CREATIVE DANCE – A beginning dance class for girls and boys. 

PREBALLET – A preparatory class for ages 3 and 4. Children are introduced to classroom etiquette, basic floor and free-standing exercises, geometric shapes as they relate to dance, the mastery of gross loco motor skills and creative movement. Children enjoy the use of bright visuals, props and lively music.

KINDERBALLET – This class covers Ballet basics for beginners through those with 1 year of experience for ages 4 and 5. We have devised our own syllabus, tailored to the needs of our student body, largely influenced by the Vaganova method. Our belief is that sound Classical Ballet training is the solid foundation for all forms of dance. 

BALLET/JAZZ COMBO – Students will build on the skills in classical Ballet terminology. The Jazz portion will incorporate kid-oriented pop culture and contemporary, upbeat dance moves. Coordination, flexibility, musicality and enhanced loco-motor skills will be explored. 

BALLET/TAP COMBO – Students will build on the skills in classical Ballet terminology. The Tap portion will incorporate kid-oriented pop culture upbeat Tap sounds. Coordination, flexibility, musicality and enhanced loco-motor skills will be explored. 

TAP/JAZZ COMBO – Students will build skills through kid-oriented pop culture upbeat Tap sounds. The Jazz portion will incorporate kid-oriented pop culture and contemporary, upbeat dance moves. Coordination, flexibility, musicality and enhanced loco-motor skills will be explored. 

BALLET – Classical Ballet training is offered for students ages 6 through adult. We have devised our own syllabus, tailored to the needs of our student body, largely influenced by the Vaganova method. We believe that sound Classical Ballet training is a solid foundation for all forms of dance. 

POINTE – Pointe technique is offered to Ballet students ages 12 and up, only upon the recommendation of their Ballet teacher. Pointe students are required to take a minimum of two Ballet technique classes per week in addition to Pointe. 

JAZZ – Students, age 6 through adult, will experience a broad range of American dance styles such as Broadway, Street Jazz and Funk. 

TAP – Students, age 6 and up, will experience a broad range of Tap sounds working on syncopation, improvisation and upper body movements. 

LYRICAL – Students learn to express themselves through music and lyrics by free flowing movement. The curriculum of this class is a blend of Ballet and Jazz all executed to music with meaning and definition. 

LYRICAL/CONTEMPORARY – Students learn to express themselves through music and lyrics by free-flowing movement and learn an introduction of contemporary style. The curriculum of this class is a blend of Ballet and Jazz all executed to music with meaning and definition. 

CONTEMPORARY – The curriculum of this class is a blend of American Modern dance, ballet, and Jazz all executed to contemporary music with meaning and definition. Experienced high school dancers can expect to jump and turn with turn out and in parallel, and develop floor work, all in this one class. 

HIP HOP – Definitely a high energy dance class which has grown out of today’s pop culture, based on street dancing. Students will get down and have fun as they move and groove to today’s music. Isolations, rhythm and coordination play a big part in this new dance style. 

ADULT BALLET – These classes are targeted towards adults with a very beginner, elementary or intermediate understanding of Ballet. Students learn floor exercises that help promote strengthening core muscles, turn out, dexterity of feet, flexibility and turn out. The center barre enhances finding one’s center and is very strength building. 

ADULT JAZZ – This class is targeted towards adults with a very beginner, elementary or intermediate understanding of Jazz. Students will experience a broad range of American dance styles such as Broadway, Street Jazz and Funk. Students learn floor exercises that help promote strengthening core muscles, turn out, dexterity of feet, flexibility and turn out. 

ADULT 10 OR 5 CLASS CARD – Adult students, 18 and up, may purchase a class card for 10 lessons to be used at their convenience. Cards may be picked up at the front desk. Please bring your card to class and have it punched by the instructor before class begins. Cards are good for up to one year after purchase and are nontransferable from one student to another. 

ADULT SINGLE CLASS – Adults, 18 and over, may purchase a class to be used at the time of purchase. New students under the age of 18 may purchase a single class to try out a class for the first time.

NUTCRACKER AND COMPETITION CLASSES – These classes are offered as a supplement to technique classes to those qualified students who desire a more intensive performance experience. Participating students are selected by audition. These students perform our annual Nutcracker, participate in competitions throughout the Baltimore/Washington area, and make local public appearances within our community (see “Performing”).

PRIVATE AND SEMI PRIVATE LESSONS – are available upon request. To schedule, call 410-465-7674

LOCATION AND FACILITY 

Classes are located at 9147 Red Branch Road, Suite D, E, F Columbia, MD 21045. Our studios are equipped with resilient flooring, barres and mirrors. Parents may observe class through our two- way mirrors. Our studio is easily accessible from Routes 29, 95, and 100. Well-lit parking is plentiful.

REGISTRATION

Registration is in online through your parent portal (account set up online). Payment can be made online. 

DRESS CODE

Please see under each class description. 

SCHOOL CALENDAR

Classes are held year-round. In August, we offer dance camp and princess camp. 

INCLEMENT WEATHER

We do not follow public school or recreation and parks in this regard. Information will be posted on our school web site and voice mail. If class is cancelled, the student may make up the class by attending another class at their convenience.

RECOMMENDED DANCE SUPPLIES STORES

Dance Supplies Etc. www.dancesuppliesetc.com Severna Park; phone 410-647-8727

Foootlights www.dancefootlights.com in Frederick and Sliver Spring; phone 301-696-1558.

Artistic Dance Fashions www.artisticcostumes.com in Towson; phone 410-321-1121.

For online or phone orders contact Discount Dance Supply at www.discountdance.com, or call 800-328-7107 and enter teacher code TP30788 to receive a discount.

PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES 

Students desiring a more intensive performance experience may audition for our annual Nutcracker Production and/or Competition Teams.

DANCE PLACEMENT

Students are placed according to age, experience, performance, ability and work ethics. For placement questions call the school office at 410-465-7674.

SATELLITE PROGRAMS are available at the following locations:

Columbia Academy Elementary School in Columbia: 

Roger Carter Community Center in Ellicott City:

Harriet Tubman Cultural Arts Center in Columbia:  

For more information on these dance programs, please call 410-465-76