This class is identical to one of our 2-3 year Creative Dance classes but Mommy, Daddy, Grandma, or another trusted adult get to participate with the child.  This class is a great first step before children start dance classes on their own and it is perfect for those children who love to dance but are a little nervous and unsure about being away from Mom/Dad. Students will gain independence and confidence as they dance, sing, make-believe, and discover the world of dance.

*No recital dance

Children:
-Same as Creative Dance noted below

Adults:
-Anything comfortable and easy to move in
-Either bare fit or socks

Creative Dance
 (2-3 years)
     AND
 (3.5-4 years)
     AND
 (4.5-5 years)

*A guardian is required to stay if the child is not fully potty-trained. 

Designed to develop children’s movement, expression, imagination and classroom skills through dancing, singing and creative play.  You will see improvements in children’s dance skills, coordination and listening skills, and you will watch their imaginations flourish.  The classes also introduce children to the basics of ballet and tap, in order to prepare them for the next level classes and to spark a love for dance.

*2-3 yr olds = 1 dance in recital
*3-4 yr olds = 2 dances in recital (tap&ballet/jazz)
*4-5 yr olds = 2 dances in recital (tap&ballet/jazz)

-Any style/color leotard, tutu, dance skirt
-Any color tights
-Pink ballet slippers (Laces pulled tight, tied, and tucked inside shoes)
-Black, patent leather tap shoes (No laces)
-Hair secured away from face
-No Jewelry other than stud earrings

**Students will change shoes once during class, but they will not change clothes. 

Creative Day Out Program
(3-4 years)

9:30am-12noon / 1-day per week

Wednesdays

*Children must be fully potty-trained

Designed to develop children’s movement, expression, imagination and classroom/social skills through dancing, singing, creative play, story-time and craft time.  You will see improvements in children’s tap and ballet skills, coordination and listening skills all while their imaginations flourish.  A snack will be provided daily.  Tap and ballet shoes are required. 

*3-4 yr olds = 2 dances in recital
(1 tap & 1 ballet)

-Any style/color leotard, tutu, dance skirt
-Any color tights
-Pink ballet slippers (Laces pulled tight, tied, and tucked inside shoes)
-Black, patent leather tap shoes (No laces)
-Hair secured away from face
-No Jewelry other than stud earrings

-Dancers should bring a bag with their name on it that holds their shoes and 1 back-up change of clothes.

**Students will change shoes during class, but they will not change clothes. 

Intro to Ballet/Tap/Jazz
-20min/20min/20min.
(5-6 years)

This class is a stepping stone class between our preschool Creative Dance classes and our more structured Level 1 ballet, tap and jazz classes.  It is ideal for 5 year olds that are too advanced for the Creative Dance classes and/or 6 year olds that have never taken dance before.  Students will practice all 3 styles of dance in each 1 hour class. These dance styles are described below. 

*1 tap and 1 ballet or jazz dance in recital

Girls  (please ask desk for boy attire)
-Non-shimmer black or pink tights
-Pink ballet shoes with laces tucked
-Hair must be secured away from face
-No tutus, only solid color ballet skirts (optional)
-Any pink or black leotard
-Black, patent leather tap shoes (Please replace laces with elastic)

**Jazz shoes may need to be purchased for recital

Jazz
(6+ years)

A stylized and technical form of dance that is best supported by a ballet foundation.  Classes will focus on strength, conditioning, flexibility, leaps, turns, jumps, learning and perfecting of choreography.

*Classes have 1 dance in recital

(Jazz/Tap 1 combo classes will have 2 dances)

-Any style/color leotard, dance top, tights, and/or leggings.
-Black or Tan, slip-on, split-sole jazz shoes
-Hair secured away from face

**Dancers may be asked to dance bare foot at times AND they may be asked to have certain color shoes for recital depending upon their costume

Lyrical & Contemporary
(7+ years)

A mix of jazz and ballet in which there is an emphasis on expressing emotions and storytelling by the individual dancer.  Classes will focus on a combo of technique and choreography.  There will be a strong focus on developing each dancer’s performance style and ability to “feel” the music.

*Classes have 1 dance in recital

-Any style/color leotard, dance top, tights, and/or leggings.
-Tan, slip-on, split-sole jazz shoes OR a lyrical sandal, such as “Foot Undeez” or “Dance Paws”
-Hair secured away from face

**Dancers may be asked to dance bare foot at times AND they may be asked to have a certain color shoe/sandal for recital

Hip Hop
(6+ years)

A structured form of street dance often found in music videos.  Hip Hop teaches coordination, strength, rhythm, quickness, agility and endurance.  Dance Xplosion uses only clean, radio-version music.

*Classes have 1 dance in recital

-Any moveable and comfortable attire
-Tennis shoes or black dance sneakers
-Hair secured away from face

**Dancers may be asked to have certain color and/or style shoes for recital

Ballet / Pointe
(6+ years)

The foundation of all dance genres.  Students are highly encouraged to study ballet first or along with other genres of dance.  All Dance Xplosion Company members are required to take ballet.  For levels that include Pointe, wearing pointe shoes requires instructor approval.

Pointe only classes – students taking pointe only classes must also take at least 1 ballet class per week and must be approved prior to enrolling in pointe.

*Ballet classes have 1 dance in recital
*Pointe classes have 1 dance in recital
*Pre-pointe has no recital dance

All Females
-Non-shimmer black or pink tights
-Pink ballet shoes with laces tucked
-Hair must be secured in a bun
-No skirts for any level except level 4+
-Ballet 1 and 2 – Any pink, black or lavender leotard
-Ballet 3,4,5 - Any solid, dark color leotard
-Ballet 3,4,5 - May wear ballet warm-ups/sweaters at the instructor’s discretion

All Males
-Fitted white or black t-shirt
-Black dance pants

Tap
(6+ years)

Tap develops rhythm, musicality and coordination.  Dancers will practice rhythmic patterns and combinations with tap shoes.

*Tap only classes have 1 dance in recital
*Combo Jazz/Tap classes have 1 jazz and 1 tap dance in recital (2 costumes)

-Any moveable and comfortable attire
-Black, lace-up, OXFORD STYLE tap shoes (NO BLACK PATENT SHOES) 
-Hair secured away from face

Cheer/Tumble
(3-4 years) 

Students will learn chants and cheers, basic tumbling skills, vocal and facial projection, correct arm placements, a variety of jumps, and at older ages, basic stunts.

*Classes have 1 routine in recital

-Any moveable and comfortable attire
-White tennis shoes
-Hair secured in a pony-tail

Boys Superhero Tumbling
(3-5 years)

Designed for pre-school age boys to learn basic tumbling skills, improve coordination, practice classroom skills such as listening, and to just have fun!  Students will let their imaginations run wild as they use props and special activities to imitate their favorite superheroes.

*Classes have 1 routine in recital

-Any moveable and comfortable attire

BOYS ONLY Hip Hop
(5.5-8 years)
    AND
(8-10 years)  

A structured form of street dance often found in music videos.  Boys-only classes will have a strong emphasis on break dancing.  Hip Hop teaches coordination, strength, rhythm, quickness, agility and endurance.  Dance Xplosion uses only clean, radio-version music. 

*Classes have 1 dance in recital

-Any moveable and comfortable attire
-Tennis shoes or black dance sneakers

**Dancers may be asked to have certain color and/or style shoes for recital

Drill Team
(6th grade +)

A form of jazz that focuses on technique with precision and placement.  This class is for dancers who aspire to be on, or who are already on, a drill/dance team and want to improve precision, placement, strength, flexibility, and control. 

-Any style/color leotard, dance top
-Any color tights, leggings, or jazz pants
-Black or Tan, slip-on, split-sole jazz shoes
-Hair secured away from face

**Dancers may be asked to dance bare foot at times AND they may be asked to have a certain color shoes for recital depending upon the costume

Musical Theatre & Intro to MT 
(5-6.5 years)
    AND
(6-8 years)
   AND
(9+ years)
   AND
(11+ years)

Designed to provide students with the opportunity to learn what it means to be a "Triple Threat" - an actor, singer and dancer.  Students will experience all aspects of musical theatre by studying acting, voice, dance, improvisational skills and to improve stage presence.  Broadway here we come!

*Classes have 1 routine in recital

-Any style/color leotard, dance top, tights, leggings and/or dance pants.
-Black or Tan, slip-on, split-sole jazz shoes
-Hair secured away from face

**Dancers may be asked to have a certain color/style shoe for recital depending upon the costume

Pre-Hop
(4.5-5.5 years)

This class is an intro to hip-hop designed with a young age group in mind.  Dancers learn hip hop dance steps, tricks and the “attitude” and showmanship that it takes to be a strong hip hop dancer.   Students learn all about style and rhythm through short dances and purposeful games.  All music is age appropriate!

*Classes have 1 routine in recital

-Any moveable and comfortable attire
-Tennis shoes or black dance sneakers
-Hair secured away from face

**Dancers may be asked to have certain color and/or style shoes for recital

Leaps, Turns, Stretch & Strength
(7+ years)

Dancers will strengthen, condition and tone as they combine fitness elements with dance techniques to become an all around stronger dancer.  Through the use of pilates, yoga, flexibility, center floor, turns, leaps and jumps, across the floor work, etc, dancers will feel more confident in their bodies and their dance skills.  This is a great class for those looking to push their dancing to the next level!

*No recital dance

-Any style/color leotard, dance top, tights, and/or leggings.
-Black or Tan, slip-on, split-sole jazz shoes
-Hair secured away from face

Hip-Hop Bop & Tumble
(3-4.5 years)

This class is a very cutesy intro to hip-hop designed with a young age group in mind AND an intro to basic tumbling.  Dancers learn hip hop dance steps/ tricks and develop rhythm through short dances and purposeful games.  From tumbling they increase coordination and body awareness.  All music is age appropriate!

*Classes have 1 routine in recital

-Any moveable and comfortable attire
-Tennis shoes or black dance sneakers
-Hair secured away from face

**Dancers may be asked to have certain color shoes for recital

Adult Classes
(post high-school)

Designed for students 18 years and older, these classes can only be attended with a Class Card.  Please see the genre descriptions above for class info.

Adults looking for a greater challenge can also attend any level 4 or 5 class

Jazz / Hip Hop
-Any moveable and comfortable attire
-JAZZ: Black or Tan, slip-on, split-sole jazz shoes
-HIP-HOP: Tennis shoes
-Hair secured away from the face
Ballet
Females-
-Non-shimmer Black or Pink tights OR leggings
-Pink ballet shoes with laces tucked in
-Any leotard
-Hair secured away from your face
-Ballet skirts, sweaters, and warm-ups are optional
Males-
-Fitted white or black t-shirt
-Black pants
-Black ballet shoes with laces tucked in

Pilates
(post high-school)

Pilates is highly effective in realigning the body and addressing postural weaknesses by targeting the small postural muscles on both sides of the spine. Strengthening the postural muscles will help support the larger muscles and bring the spine and the body into balance.  Also… firm and flatten your abs as you create a strong core and center for yourself, while at the same time practice control, healthy breathing, relaxation, and much more.  Pilates is great for all levels, dancer or non-dancer.

*No recital routine

-Fitted pants
-Comfortable top
-Bare feet
-Your own Pilates mat