CREATIVE DANCE – A beginning dance class for girls and boys. Girls wear pink leather or canvas ballet slippers, pink tights with feet and a pink leotard. Boys wear black ballet or jazz shoes, black sweatpants or tights and a white T shirt.

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. Girls wear pink leather or canvas ballet slippers, pink tights with feet and a pink leotard. Boys wear black ballet or jazz shoes, black sweatpants or tights and a white T shirt.

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. Girls wear pink leather or canvas ballet slippers, pink tights with feet and a pink leotard. Boys wear black ballet or jazz shoes, black sweatpants or tights and a white T shirt.

BALLET – Classical Ballet training is offered for students ages 7 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. Girls are to wear pink tights, black leotard and pink leather or canvas ballet shoes. Boys are to wear black sweat/dance pants, white T shirt and black ballet shoes. 

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. Girls are to wear pink tights, black leotard and pointe shoes. 

JAZZ – Students, age 7 through adult, experience a broad range of American dance styles such as Broadway, Street Jazz and Funk. Jazz students are required to take Ballet concurrently in order to build a solid technique base for their Jazz dancing. Girls wear any color of leotard, pink or tan tights and black slip-on jazz shoes. Snug fitting dance shorts or pants are optional. Boys are to wear black sweat/dance pants, white T shirt and black slip-on jazz shoes. 

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. Girls are to wear pink tights, black or pink leotard, pink leather or canvas ballet shoes. and black slip-on jazz shoes. Boys are to wear black sweat/dance pants, white T shirt and black ballet shoes and black slip-on jazz shoes. 

BALLET/TAP COMBO – An introductory dance class designed to introduce students to Tap while learning the fundamentals of classical Ballet. Combination classes allow young students to get a taste of what each form of dance is all about. As a follow up, when students’ progress beyond this level in age and ability, Ballet and Tap are split into separate classes, allowing more time for each discipline. Girls are to wear pink tights, black or pink leotard, pink leather or canvas ballet shoes. and black tap shoes. Boys are to wear black sweat/dance pants, white T shirt and black ballet shoes and black tap shoes. 

TAP/JAZZ COMBO – Similar in format to the above Ballet/Tap combo class, this introductory level class is designed to introduce the young dancer to Jazz while learning the fundamentals of  Tap. Combination classes are a great tool for young students to get their feet wet in more than one discipline.  As students progress in age and ability, Jazz and Tap are divided into separate classes, allowing more time for each discipline. Girls are to wear pink tights, black or pink leotard, black tap shoes and black slip-on jazz shoes. Boys are to wear black sweat/dance pants, white T shirt and black tap shoes and black slip-on jazz shoes. 

LYRICAL/JAZZ – Students learn to express themselves through music, lyrics and movement in this new, free flowing dance class. The curriculum of this class is a blend of Ballet and Jazz all executed to music with meaning and definition. Students can expect to jump and turn with turn out and in parallel, and develop floor work, all in this one class. Girls are to wear any color leotard, skin tone convertible tights, and skin tone lyrical shoes. Boys are to wear black sweatpants, a white T-shirt and skin tone lyrical shoes.

LYRICAL – This class is a continuation of Lyrical/Jazz I. Students learn to express themselves through music, lyrics and movement in this new, free flowing dance class. The curriculum of this class is a blend of Ballet and Jazz all executed to music with meaning and definition. Students can expect to jump and turn with turn out and in parallel, and develop floor work, all in this one class. Girls are to wear any color leotard, skin tone convertible tights, and skin tone lyrical shoes. Boys are to wear black sweatpants, a white T-shirt and skin tone lyrical shoes.

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. This level introduces a higher level of athleticism as well as more advanced dance skills. Concurrent Ballet training is highly recommended. Girls are to wear any color leotard, skin tone convertible tights, and are barefoot. Boys are to wear black sweatpants, a white T-shirt and are barefoot.

HIP HOP – Definitely a high energy dance class which has grown out of today’s pop culture, based on street dancing. Students ages 6-10 will get down and have fun as they move and groove to today’s music after a young person’s fashion. Isolations, rhythm and coordination play a big part in this new dance style. Students may wear comfortable fitted clothing to move in and a pair of sneakers. 

ADULT BALLET – These classes are targeted towards teens and 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. Center combinations are designed to prepare students for an extended combination of ballet and contemporary movement which rounds out the class. All aspects of the ballet class such as adage, small jumps through big jumps and turns are covered while dancing to a blend of classical and contemporary music. Girls are to wear pink tights, black leotard and pink leather or canvas ballet shoes. Boys are to wear black sweat/dance pants, white T shirt and black ballet shoes. 

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 in Stonehouse, at the newly renovated Long Reach Village Center. Click here for directions. Our studios are equipped with resilient flooring, barres and mirrors. Parents may observe class through glass doors. Stonehouse is easily accessible from Routes 29, 95, and 100. Well-lit parking is plentiful.

REGISTRATION

Registration is in person at Stonehouse. Tuition payments are payable to The Long Reach Community Association and are due prior to the first class meeting. There is no additional registration fee. Columbia lien payers are eligible for a discount as are families with more than one child enrolling. Adult class cards are available.

DRESS CODE

Please see under each class description. 

SCHOOL CALENDAR

Classes are held year round with fall, winter, spring and summer sessions. In August we offer dance camp, dance intensive, and dance boot camp. Prior to the fall session, a jump start mini session is offered for students who want to tone up before the fall season. Master classes are offered at various times throughout the year.

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:

Roger Carter Community Center in Ellicott City:

Harriet Tubman Cultural Arts Center in Columbia:  

Columbia Academy Elementary School in Columbia: 

For more information on these dance programs, please call 410-465-7674