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Classes for ages 3-5
Dancing Princesses
ages 3-5
35 mins
Offered in 7 week sessions, little ones will have fun learning ballet basics to princess and seasonally themed music. Showcase for the parents during the last class!
ages 3-5
35 mins
Offered in 7 week sessions, little ones will have fun learning ballet basics to princess and seasonally themed music. Showcase for the parents during the last class!
Performing Princesses
ages 3-5
35 mins
Offered as part of our 10 month program, little ones will have fun learning ballet basics to princess and seasonally themed music. Dancers are part of our Spring Performance in May.
ages 3-5
35 mins
Offered as part of our 10 month program, little ones will have fun learning ballet basics to princess and seasonally themed music. Dancers are part of our Spring Performance in May.
Pre-Ballet / Tap
ages 4-5
45 mins
Offered as a 14 week session or as part of our 10 month program, Pre-Ballet / Tap A is a perfect next step for those who have completed our Dancing Princess classes. Students will be introduced to Ballet and Tap basics. 14 week session includes a showcase for the parents during the last class and the 10 month program participates in our Spring Performance in May.
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ages 4-5
45 mins
Offered as a 14 week session or as part of our 10 month program, Pre-Ballet / Tap A is a perfect next step for those who have completed our Dancing Princess classes. Students will be introduced to Ballet and Tap basics. 14 week session includes a showcase for the parents during the last class and the 10 month program participates in our Spring Performance in May.
click here to see examples of BALLET & TAP
Pre-Ballet
ages 5-6
45 mins
Offered as a 9 month class, budding ballerinas and danseurs will have a 45 minute ballet class. Exercises are designed to build strength and flexibility in a fun, nurturing environment. This class is offered in both 14 week and 10 month sessions. Dancers in the 10 month session participate in the Spring Performance in May.
click here to see an example of ballet choreography
ages 5-6
45 mins
Offered as a 9 month class, budding ballerinas and danseurs will have a 45 minute ballet class. Exercises are designed to build strength and flexibility in a fun, nurturing environment. This class is offered in both 14 week and 10 month sessions. Dancers in the 10 month session participate in the Spring Performance in May.
click here to see an example of ballet choreography
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Classes for ages 6-11
Ballet
ages 5+
45 mins - 1.50 hrs
We strongly recommend all of our dancers take ballet. It is the foundation of all dance forms, characterized by grace, poise, placement and precision of movement. Our ballet program is designed to develop, inspire, and sustain a love of ballet in every student. We have a progressive age appropriate curriculum which affords students the opportunity to develop a strong technique, discipline, creativity, artistry, musicality, and confidence. We provide a complete training program for recreational dancers as well as those aspiring to pursue a professional ballet career. Students new to DCA should contact us to see what level would be appropriate for them.
click here to see an example of ballet choreography
ages 5+
45 mins - 1.50 hrs
We strongly recommend all of our dancers take ballet. It is the foundation of all dance forms, characterized by grace, poise, placement and precision of movement. Our ballet program is designed to develop, inspire, and sustain a love of ballet in every student. We have a progressive age appropriate curriculum which affords students the opportunity to develop a strong technique, discipline, creativity, artistry, musicality, and confidence. We provide a complete training program for recreational dancers as well as those aspiring to pursue a professional ballet career. Students new to DCA should contact us to see what level would be appropriate for them.
click here to see an example of ballet choreography
Jazz / Musical Theater
ages 6+
1hr
Our Jazz / Musical theater classes teach students how to convey a message to the audience with their dancing. Jazz dance is a form of dance commonly used in Broadway shows and and by the Rockettes. A variety of jazz styles will be taught including Luigi, Matt Maddox, West Coast, Fosse and Giordano. Students will gain strength, flexibility and coordination through technical jazz exercises (based on ballet technique).
click here to see an example of jazz/musical theater choreography
ages 6+
1hr
Our Jazz / Musical theater classes teach students how to convey a message to the audience with their dancing. Jazz dance is a form of dance commonly used in Broadway shows and and by the Rockettes. A variety of jazz styles will be taught including Luigi, Matt Maddox, West Coast, Fosse and Giordano. Students will gain strength, flexibility and coordination through technical jazz exercises (based on ballet technique).
click here to see an example of jazz/musical theater choreography
Tap / Musical Theater
ages 6+
30 - 60 mins
Our Tap / Musical theater classes teach students how to convey a message to the audience with their tapping. Tap dance uses hard soled shoes with aluminum taps screwed on the bottoms and is a rhythmic type of dance using the feet to make clicking sounds on the floor. Tap can be seen on many Broadway stages and is one the primary dance styles performed by the Rockettes.
click here to see an example of tap/musical theater choreography
Hip Hop
ages 6+
45 mins - 1hr
Hip-Hop is a very fun, energetic and encourages individuality! Hip-hop is based on street dance and is frequently used by "back up dancers" in concerts and on T.V. Lots of body isolations and “earthy” type movements. The music is often R & B, pop, rap or a mixture. Our music is chosen carefully. No bad language or suggestive lyrics are used. We often use Christian Hip-Hop music, music with a positive message or instrumental only.
Click here to see an example of hip hop choreography
ages 6+
45 mins - 1hr
Hip-Hop is a very fun, energetic and encourages individuality! Hip-hop is based on street dance and is frequently used by "back up dancers" in concerts and on T.V. Lots of body isolations and “earthy” type movements. The music is often R & B, pop, rap or a mixture. Our music is chosen carefully. No bad language or suggestive lyrics are used. We often use Christian Hip-Hop music, music with a positive message or instrumental only.
Click here to see an example of hip hop choreography
Contemporary ages 8+
1hr
Contemporary, or Modern dance is a less defined technique that encourages creativity and individuality. Sometimes a story is told through the movement while other times the choreographer is working with an abstract idea. We provide a complete syllabus to advance students through the pre-professional level. Several of our graduates have gone on to major in dance and /or dance professionally. Although contemporary is a less restrictive style, a strong ballet foundation is needed to be successful in the technique.
click here to see an example of contemporary choreography
1hr
Contemporary, or Modern dance is a less defined technique that encourages creativity and individuality. Sometimes a story is told through the movement while other times the choreographer is working with an abstract idea. We provide a complete syllabus to advance students through the pre-professional level. Several of our graduates have gone on to major in dance and /or dance professionally. Although contemporary is a less restrictive style, a strong ballet foundation is needed to be successful in the technique.
click here to see an example of contemporary choreography
Praise Dance
7+
Students will learn how to worship through movement. Ballet and Contemporary styles will be utilized and there will be a devotion each week. Additional Ballet class encouraged but not required.
7+
Students will learn how to worship through movement. Ballet and Contemporary styles will be utilized and there will be a devotion each week. Additional Ballet class encouraged but not required.
Performing Company
7+
The Performing Company is open to dancers ages 7 and up. It was designed for those who absolutely love dance, want more performing opportunities beyond the annual performance and may be interested in pursuing a dance career. We perform ballet, contemporary and jazz choreography. The company performs at assisted living facilities, churches, the annual Spring performance and other community events. Annual auditions for the DCA Repertory Company are each Spring and dancers will sign a one-year contract. For more details, please CLICK HERE
7+
The Performing Company is open to dancers ages 7 and up. It was designed for those who absolutely love dance, want more performing opportunities beyond the annual performance and may be interested in pursuing a dance career. We perform ballet, contemporary and jazz choreography. The company performs at assisted living facilities, churches, the annual Spring performance and other community events. Annual auditions for the DCA Repertory Company are each Spring and dancers will sign a one-year contract. For more details, please CLICK HERE
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Classes for ages 12+
Ballet
ages 12+
1-1.25 hr
We strongly recommend all of our dancers take ballet. It is the foundation of all dance forms, characterized by grace, poise, placement and precision of movement. Our ballet program is designed to develop, inspire, and sustain a love of ballet in every student. We have a progressive age appropriate curriculum which affords students the opportunity to develop a strong technique, discipline, creativity, artistry, musicality, and confidence. We provide a complete training program for recreational dancers as well as those aspiring to pursue a professional ballet career. Students new to DCA should contact us to see what level would be appropriate for them.
click here to see an example of ballet choreography
ages 12+
1-1.25 hr
We strongly recommend all of our dancers take ballet. It is the foundation of all dance forms, characterized by grace, poise, placement and precision of movement. Our ballet program is designed to develop, inspire, and sustain a love of ballet in every student. We have a progressive age appropriate curriculum which affords students the opportunity to develop a strong technique, discipline, creativity, artistry, musicality, and confidence. We provide a complete training program for recreational dancers as well as those aspiring to pursue a professional ballet career. Students new to DCA should contact us to see what level would be appropriate for them.
click here to see an example of ballet choreography
Tap / Musical Theater
12+
1hr
Our Tap / Musical theater classes teach students how to convey a message to the audience with their tapping. Tap dance uses hard soled shoes with aluminum taps screwed on the bottoms and is a rhythmic type of dance using the feet to make clicking sounds on the floor. Tap can be seen on many Broadway stages and is one the primary dance styles performed by the Rockettes.
click here to see an example of tap choreography
12+
1hr
Our Tap / Musical theater classes teach students how to convey a message to the audience with their tapping. Tap dance uses hard soled shoes with aluminum taps screwed on the bottoms and is a rhythmic type of dance using the feet to make clicking sounds on the floor. Tap can be seen on many Broadway stages and is one the primary dance styles performed by the Rockettes.
click here to see an example of tap choreography
Jazz / Musical Theater
12+
1hr
Our Jazz / Musical theater classes teach students how to convey a message to the audience with their dancing. Jazz dance is a form of dance commonly used in Broadway shows and and by the Rockettes. A variety of jazz styles will be taught including Luigi, Matt Maddox, West Coast, Fosse and Giordano. Students will gain strength, flexibility and coordination through technical jazz exercises (based on ballet technique).
click here to see an example of jazz choreography
12+
1hr
Our Jazz / Musical theater classes teach students how to convey a message to the audience with their dancing. Jazz dance is a form of dance commonly used in Broadway shows and and by the Rockettes. A variety of jazz styles will be taught including Luigi, Matt Maddox, West Coast, Fosse and Giordano. Students will gain strength, flexibility and coordination through technical jazz exercises (based on ballet technique).
click here to see an example of jazz choreography
Hip Hop
12+
1hr
Hip-Hop is a very fun, energetic and encourages individuality! Hip-hop is based on street dance and is frequently used by "back up dancers" in concerts and on T.V. Lots of body isolations and “earthy” type movements. The music is often R & B, pop, rap or a mixture. Our music is chosen carefully. No bad language or suggestive lyrics are used. We often use Christian Hip-Hop music, music with a positive message or instrumental only.
Click here to see an example of hip hop choreography
12+
1hr
Hip-Hop is a very fun, energetic and encourages individuality! Hip-hop is based on street dance and is frequently used by "back up dancers" in concerts and on T.V. Lots of body isolations and “earthy” type movements. The music is often R & B, pop, rap or a mixture. Our music is chosen carefully. No bad language or suggestive lyrics are used. We often use Christian Hip-Hop music, music with a positive message or instrumental only.
Click here to see an example of hip hop choreography
Contemporary
12+
1-1.25 hrs
Contemporary, or Modern dance is a less defined technique that encourages creativity and individuality. Sometimes a story is told through the movement while other times the choreographer is working with an abstract idea. We provide a complete syllabus to advance students through the pre-professional level. Several of our graduates have gone on to major in dance and /or dance professionally. Although contemporary is a less restrictive style, a strong ballet foundation is needed to be successful in the technique.
click here to see an example of contemporary choreography
12+
1-1.25 hrs
Contemporary, or Modern dance is a less defined technique that encourages creativity and individuality. Sometimes a story is told through the movement while other times the choreographer is working with an abstract idea. We provide a complete syllabus to advance students through the pre-professional level. Several of our graduates have gone on to major in dance and /or dance professionally. Although contemporary is a less restrictive style, a strong ballet foundation is needed to be successful in the technique.
click here to see an example of contemporary choreography
Performing Company
7+
The Performing Company is open to dancers ages 7 and up. It was designed for those who absolutely love dance, want more performing opportunities beyond the annual performance and may be interested in pursuing a dance career. The company performs at assisted living facilities, churches, the annual Spring performance and other community events. Annual auditions for the DCA Repertory Company are each Spring and dancers will sign a one-year contract. For more details, please CLICK HERE
7+
The Performing Company is open to dancers ages 7 and up. It was designed for those who absolutely love dance, want more performing opportunities beyond the annual performance and may be interested in pursuing a dance career. The company performs at assisted living facilities, churches, the annual Spring performance and other community events. Annual auditions for the DCA Repertory Company are each Spring and dancers will sign a one-year contract. For more details, please CLICK HERE
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Classes for Adults
Ballet
18+
1hr
Our adult ballet classes are perfect for beginners or those returning to dance after a long hiatus. Ballet improves posture, strength, flexibily and grace. It's also an excellent work out! Adult students may wear any clothing that allows for a full range of motion.
18+
1hr
Our adult ballet classes are perfect for beginners or those returning to dance after a long hiatus. Ballet improves posture, strength, flexibily and grace. It's also an excellent work out! Adult students may wear any clothing that allows for a full range of motion.
Tap
18+
1hr
Our adult tap classes are a lot of fun! Beginning Tap is designed for beginners or those returning to dance after taking a long hiatus. Intermediate Tap is designed for those with previous experience. Tap dance improves overall fitness and is a great mental work out as well! Adult students may wear any clothing that allows for a full range of motion.
18+
1hr
Our adult tap classes are a lot of fun! Beginning Tap is designed for beginners or those returning to dance after taking a long hiatus. Intermediate Tap is designed for those with previous experience. Tap dance improves overall fitness and is a great mental work out as well! Adult students may wear any clothing that allows for a full range of motion.
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