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Class Descriptions


Pre-Ballet/Tap (Suzie)Ages: 3 & 4
For this class, children must not be afraid of being separated from their parent(s). They must have a good attention span, listening skills and be potty trained. This class explores rhythm and movement. It allows children to develop their imagination in a structured environment while working on motor development. They will also practice good social skills and make new friends! No children under three are permitted to join the class.



Ballet/Tap (Suzie)Ages: 5-7
No prior dance experience is necessary. This class is recommended for children who have already taken Pre-Ballet/Tap and show a readiness for a more challenging class. This class focuses on some of the basic positions and rhythms of ballet and tap technique.



Beg/Int Jazz (Melissa)Ages: 7-12
The basics in Jazz technique are learned and mastered before moving into the adult class or company class. There is a warm up focusing on flexibility and strength followed by across the floor honing in on technique. This class will close with a routine.



Beg/Int Ballet (Palma)Ages: *Teen/Adult
This class focuses on advancing the student from beginning positions and steps into intermediate work. Technical growth, musicality and artistry will be taught through combinations.



Int/Adv Ballet (Palma)Ages: *Teen/Adult
This class focuses on developing the student from intermediate steps to advanced work. More complex combinations and strenuous work are given throughout the barre and center. Students are expected to pick up combinations easily and work at a faster, more advanced pace with musicality and artistry.



Int/Adv Ballet with Pointe (Palma, Suzie)Ages: *Teen/Adult
This class is similar to the Int/Adv Ballet, allowing the last fifteen minutes are given for pointe work. Bring pointe shoes and padding for toes(if needed). Suzie's class will begin with a Pilates warm up.



Pilates (Consuelo, Suzie)Ages: *Teen/Adult
Pilates group mat classes work on strengthening our core working on alignment, stretching and proper body mechanics to apply to our everyday lives. Extra work is provided with exercise balls and thera-bands.



Gymnastics/Creative Movement (Stacy)Ages: 2-3 & 4-5
This class will focus on motor development while learning gymnastics, rhythm, and dance skills. Games, gymnastics equipment and musical instruments are used to help teach the children. Parents are welcome to participate if children need additional assistance.



Hip-Hop (Miguel)Ages: 7-12
This class focuses on the beginning techniques, stretches, turns, jumps and popular street styles of Hip-Hop. Dance to your favorite popular songs in this hour long class.



Beginning Ballet (Consuelo, Suzie)Ages: *Teen/Adult
This class focuses on advancing the student from beginning positions and steps into intermediate work. Technical growth, musicality and artistry will be taught through combinations.



Adult Ballet (Suzie)Ages: Adult
This is a ballet class for adults. Incorporating Pilates and the traditional class format you are sure to sharpen your technique. This class is accessible to all levels.







Beg/Int Ballet (Suzie)Ages: 7-12
This class starts with a Pilates warm up, then continues with a classical ballet class format focusing on the basic and necessary fundamentals of ballet.



Int/Adv Ballet (Suzie)Ages: *Teen/Adult
This class starts with a Pilates warm up, then focuses on advancing the student from beginning positions and steps into intermediate work. Technical growth, musicality and artistry will be taught through combinations.



Beg/Int Jazz (Melisssa)Ages: *Teen/Adult
This class starts with an extensive full body warm up and stretch going across the floor focusing on technique and traveling combinations. The class will close with a jazz or lyrical routine.



Int/Adv Jazz (Melissa)Ages: *Teen/Adult
This class is similar to the Beg/Int class however you will be challenged to your full potential while moving at a faster pace. (The 1 hr class may or may not include a routine at the end of class.)



Pilates Sculpt (Jana)Ages: *Teen/Adult
Sculpting workout with props (weights, bands, etc.) followed by mat Pilates.



Pilates Fusion (Jana)Ages: *Teen/Adult
Soft cardio warm-up, followed by mat Pilates with thera-bands.



Cardio Core (Jana)Ages: *Teen/Adult
30 Min High/Low cardio followed by 30 Min of total body/core sculpting.



Gymnastics/Acro (Stacy)Ages: 5-7 & 8-11
This class will focus on fundamental gymnastics and acrobatic skills. Children will learn basic ideas of balance, flexibility and strength along with even specific skills on Vault, Bars, Beam, and Floor Exercise.



Enroll for classes in our store or call (310) 833-7538 for more information.