The Dance Co.
Class Descriptions

Preschool (Ages 3-4): This class consists of Ballet, Tap and introduction to jazz. The focus is on balance and coordination. Preschool classes are presented in a fun format that encourages learning while maintaining discipline. Children in this class will do two dances in our annual recital.

Kindergarten (Ages 5-6): This class consists of Ballet, Tap and Jazz. Students will learn new and different steps for each subject while increasing their flexibility and ability to dance. Children will do two dances in our annual recital.

Level 1, 2, and 3 Combination (Ages 6-9): Combination classes are continuing Ballet, Tap and Jazz. The emphasis is on more technical studies as they develop further poise, balance and coordination. Children will do two or three dances in our annual recital.

Ballet (Levels 1-6, Ages 10 and up): Ballet is the foundation of all dance subjects. It is recommended that all children study ballet to polish and perfect a higher degree of dancing skills. Ballet students will perform one dance in our annual recital.

Jazz (Levels 1-6, Ages 10 and up): Emphasis is on learning more difficult combinations while working on showmanship and becoming a more stylized dancer. Correct technique is stressed while performing more difficult choreography. Jazz dancers will perform one dance in our annual recital.

Tap (Levels 1-6, Ages 10 and up): Tap skills are stressed such as clarity of sound and the speed at which the steps are performed. Tap students will perform one dance in the annual recital.

Lyrical (Levels 1-6, Ages 10 and up): Students work on balance and extensions while dancing in an expressive, modern style. Students in lyrical are required to take ballet. Lyrical students will perform one or two dances in the annual recital.

Hip-Hop (Levels 1-6, Ages 7 and Up): This is a signature Dance Co. class! We have been offering hip hop classes since 1993, and we keep up with the trends! Cool street moves and choreography performed to the latest urban and hip-hop music. Lots of energy required!

Poms (Levels 1-2, Ages 7 and Up): Students in this class learn routines similar to those taught to local high school dance teams.

Adult Classes: Jazz and Hip Hop for adults.

Contemporary Jazz (Levels 5&6): A style of dance combining jazz and lyrical movements that expresses complex emotions and abstract ideas.

 


The Dance Co, 1115 7th Ave, Marion IA, 52302   (319) 377-2086


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