Class Descriptions

Introduction to Dance
Introducing dance to young children is an honor and a responsibility we assume with joy, enthusiasm, and professionalism.   We respect each child’s individuality and strive to make the first experiences with dance POSITIVE and FUN!  We offer 3 different levels based on age.   Each class is designed to meet the individual needs of its students while taking into account their emotional maturity, attention span, and developmental stage. 

GOALS
The primary goals for our pre-school program are for each child to . . .

• Love dance and feel joy in movement,
• Feel inspired to explore dance as a form of personal expression,
• Master basic coordination skills,
• increase their musical awareness,
• Acquire basic rhythm skills,
• Appreciate dance as an art to be enjoyed and embraced,
• Improve overall wellness through participation in activities that challenge body and mind, and
• Grow in self-esteem!

CLASS FORMAT
A typical pre-school class is divided into several short FUN activities.  Learning about proper dance etiquette results in self-discipline, friendly cooperation and an important sense of security and trust in the teacher.  A variety of music, props, musical instruments, and dance activities are used to reinforce the goals of each lesson and to make dance class EXCITING!

To participate in the 3 yr. program, dancers should be 3 by September 1 and be toilet-trained.
To participate in the 4 yr. program, dancers should be 4 by September 1.

KINDERGARTEN Dance is open only for students who will be age 5 and in Kindergarten in September. 

T/J/B (Levels I – V) includes instruction in tap, jazz, and ballet technique and results in two (2) recital performance routines. T/J/B combination classes progress from Level I through Level VI. Middle and High School classes in Tap and/or Jazz progress from beginner to Advanced.  Satisfactory completion of one level is necessary before progressing to the next.

The Legacy Dance Company Program is a three-day-a-week program that includes instruction in all areas of dance with some of the region’s most respected master teachers. Placement is based on audition. Contact the studio for further information: office@thedanceinn.com

Hip-Hop classes are labeled based on experience in hip-hop.  Acceptance into higher level classes is based on teacher recommendation.    Hip Hop classes for grades 3 – 12 progress from Levels I through IV. Each level’s curriculum typically takes two to three years to complete.

Adult Classes begin September 17th and are offered in Tap, Jazz and Hip Hop.  Class Cards can be purchased for 5, 8, or 10 classes.  Cards can be used in any adult tap or Hip Hop class and will expire 4 months from the date of purchase.  If unsure of the appropriate level, call the studio for more information.  Pilates and Conditioning  are also offered on a “pay-the-teacher” basis.  See our schedule on reverse side for days/times.

Pilates
A mat conditioning class designed to strengthen and elongate muscles with emphasis on abdominal strength, full body control, greater efficiency of movement, and flexibility.

Conditioning
Personal training sessions for people who share similar fitness goals and would like fun and interesting ways to achieve these goals in an intimate group setting.