CLASS DISCIPLINE DESCRIPTIONS
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Ballet
This technical class will help the student develop a strong base and foundation for all dance genres and styles they may come across.
Ballet training and knowledge helps in all areas and disciplines of dance.
Students will learn basic positions, terminology based on french vocabulary, and how to lengthen, strengthen, and control their bodies appropriately.
As the class levels increase, the students are introduced to more complex movements and positions.
We strongly encourage both boys and girls to take these classes.
Ballet training and knowledge helps in all areas and disciplines of dance.
Students will learn basic positions, terminology based on french vocabulary, and how to lengthen, strengthen, and control their bodies appropriately.
As the class levels increase, the students are introduced to more complex movements and positions.
We strongly encourage both boys and girls to take these classes.
Contemporary
This style of dance is the new "modern" dance of our time.
It incorporates ballet, modern, jazz, and improvisation and uses a wide range of music genres and rhythms.
It is considered to be more of a concert type style of dance.
It incorporates ballet, modern, jazz, and improvisation and uses a wide range of music genres and rhythms.
It is considered to be more of a concert type style of dance.
Jazz
This discipline incorporates the foundation and fundamentals of ballet, but has a higher energy with more upbeat and dynamic music.
The students learn different body positions and learn how to create lines with their bodies.
They will work on isolating the body parts and memorizing patterns and sequences of steps by doing progressions across the floor as well as learning a combination of steps in the center of the room.
We strongly encourage both boys and girls take these classes.
The students learn different body positions and learn how to create lines with their bodies.
They will work on isolating the body parts and memorizing patterns and sequences of steps by doing progressions across the floor as well as learning a combination of steps in the center of the room.
We strongly encourage both boys and girls take these classes.
Hip Hop
This street style of dance is brought into the studio environment to give the student a sense of style and creativity about themselves.
They will learn basic movements that can then be interpreted into more complex, fast-paced intricate movements and develop some freestyle/improvised abilities as well as being able to follow and repeat street style routines.
They will learn basic movements that can then be interpreted into more complex, fast-paced intricate movements and develop some freestyle/improvised abilities as well as being able to follow and repeat street style routines.
Musical Theatre
This class focuses on developing dancing/singing/acting skills in a variety of musical theatre performing styles. (Vocal ability is not a requirement for this class.)
While engaging with broadway-style show material and participating in creative activity, our young performers will explore strength and vulnerability, honor identity, embrace self, and celebrate each other.
While engaging with broadway-style show material and participating in creative activity, our young performers will explore strength and vulnerability, honor identity, embrace self, and celebrate each other.
Acro
Acro combines classic dance technique with precision acrobatic elements and is not the typical tumbling or gymnastics class.
Each class will guide students in increasing flexibility, balance, strength, muscle control, discipline and concentration.
Each class will guide students in increasing flexibility, balance, strength, muscle control, discipline and concentration.
Latin Jazz
Latin Jazz will introduce the dancer to the basics of this entertaining ballroom style. It combines the rhythms and steps of American Latin dance styles along with the technique and lines of jazz. Dancers find this class to be fun, energetic, and an excellent way to express their creativity and push their boundaries.
Stretch, Strength, and Conditioning
This class will focus on exercises to benefit the overall training of the dancers. Taught by a certified pilates instructor who is also a working professional dancer, this class will cover injury prevention, body awareness, and strengthening the body as a whole to provide dancers a strong base to carry with them into all of their classes. This class is recommended for dancers taking multiple class per week.
Jazz Funk
Jazz Funk is best described as a fusion of Jazz, Contemporary, & Hip Hop. It incorporates the techniques and lines of jazz, the expressive movement of contemporary, and the strong isolations and rhythms of hip hop.
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ATTIRE
Masks are not required but a family's masking choices will be respected by all. We will follow state, county, & city recommendations and will update our mask policy as required. Discovery Program Classes (2-5 yrs) *Most importantly, we want our youngest dancers to feel comfortable so please use your discretion and use the below as a guideline. • Leotard & tights, dance dress (above the knees), leggings, jazz pants, fitted shorts, tank tops, or fitted t-shirt. • Please avoid baggy clothing & costumes that may cause a distraction. • Attire should be easily removed for bathroom breaks if needed. • Ballet or jazz shoes. Socks or tights alone can be slippery on our floors and we prefer dancers not to be barefoot. • Hair secured in bun or off the face. Ballet Girls: • *Leotard (any color) & tights. • Split sole ballet shoes. • Hair secured in bun. • For 13+ yrs classes, an alternative dress code is available and will be discussed in class at the start of the season. • At the discretion of each instructor, warm-ups (sweatpants, sweatshirts, etc.) must be removed when asked. Boys: • Black leggings, white t-shirt or tank. • Split sole black ballet shoes. Jazz • Form fitting clothing (i.e. leggings, jazz pants, fitted shorts, leotards, tank tops, crop tops). • No baggy clothes. • Hair out of face. • Jazz shoes or half-soles. Hip Hop • Baggy clothing such as t-shirts, sweatshirts/hoodies, sweatpants, etc. are OK. • No jeans or booty shorts. Jazz Funk • Jazz or street shoes. • Comfortable clothing similar to jazz. • Baggy clothing such as t-shirts, sweatshirts/hoodies, sweatpants, etc. are OK. • No jeans or booty shorts. Contemporary • Form fitted clothing. No baggy clothes. • Half-soles, paws, or bare-feet. Musical Theater • Comfortable form fitted clothing, similar to jazz requirements. • Sneakers you can point your feet and move in, jazz shoes, or character shoes at the discretion of the instructor. Latin Jazz • Comfortable form fitted clothing, similar to jazz requirements. • Jazz shoes until approved by instructor to wear ballroom heels. • Hair may be worn down if you wish. Acro • Form fitted clothing. • No baggy clothes. • For safety, students with long hair must arrive with it pulled back and they will not be able to participate until their hair is tied up. • Bare-feet. Stretch, Strength, & Conditioning • Form fitted clothing. • No baggy clothes. • Hair pulled back. • Bare-feet. • Bringing your own Yoga Mat is preferred. |
CLASS ETIQUETTE
The Floor Dance Academy prides itself on creating a welcoming and supportive environment for dancers of all ages and ability levels. We expect all of our students to respect the space they are dancing in and all of the people they encounter while at the studio whether it be a fellow student, an instructor, or staff member. Our goal is for all students to thoroughly enjoy their time at the studio and create a love for dance that lasts a lifetime! Please review the below expectations and always feel free to express any concerns to our faculty, staff, or studio director. • Students over 10 minutes late will not be allowed in class AND class credit will not be given. • Cell phones are not allowed during class time, including on water breaks. In case of an emergency or personal situation that requires you to use your phone, please let our office staff know. • Only water is permitted in the studio rooms. No food or other drinks. • Food is allowed only in the lobby areas and NOT in any classroom. • Parents/caregivers are asked to drop off students and allow them to check-in on their own. To avoid congestion in the lobby areas, parents/caregivers, siblings, are asked to wait outside for dancers to be dismissed from class. • Students must respect their instructors & likewise, show respect & support towards other students at the studio. • Excessive talking or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated. • The Floor Dance Academy™ reserves the right to refuse service to anyone. Links to wardrobe items:
*You do not need to buy these exact items but you can use them for reference.
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