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Dance FUNdamentals

Music & Movement

Dance FUN(damentals) 1 & 2 is for ages 3 & 4 respectively. It provides an excellent foundation for the study of all forms of dance.

Music & Movement invites preschool students to explore and experience foundational elements of music and movement through play-based activities. This class follows Dr. John Feierabend’s First Steps in Music curriculum, an 8-part musical workout consisting of pitch exploration, fragment singing, simple songs, improvisation, movement exploration, movement for form and expression, beat motion activities, and song tales. The movement portion of the class is based on Rudolf von Laban’s framework of movement, which includes awareness of body, effort, shape, and space.

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Pre-ballet:

 is for ages 5-7. Based more on ballet principles, but still emphasizes the “fun” aspects of dance.

Ballet 1: 

is for ages 8 and up with no dance experience or for age 7 with previous dance training. Beginning ballet technique includes barre, center, and traveling exercises.

Ballet 2 - 8:

 Placement by ability. Each level increases strength, ease of movement, and knowledge of ballet vocabulary.

Adult Ballet:

Whether you’re an absolute beginner or have past experience, we have a class for you!

Pointe 1: 

is for dancers who have completed ballet through level 5 and have passed a pointe assessment.

Pointe 2 -  4: 

follows Pointe 1 as dancers improve skills and are placed by ability.

Ballet & Pointe

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Partnering class teaches the art of the pas de deux, focusing on trust, communication, and proper technique between partners. Students learn essential mechanics for supported balances, pirouettes, and lifts. This training builds vital technique while fostering a collaborative connection between dancers. These classes are provided tuition free by a generous grant from Arts Huntsville to all participants.

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Boy’s & Men’s Ballet

A separate class for male students interested in ballet. Classes are available for children as well as teens and adults. Male specific ballet classes are tuition free thanks to a generous grant from Arts Huntsville.

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We offer a wide range of classes for teens (13+) and adults. Whether you are just starting your ballet journey or have past experience, these classes are specifically designed for you! 

Teen/Adult Ballet

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A highly expressive form of dance, modern 1 serves children ages 8+ with no dance experience, while modern 2 - 5 class placements are based on abilities.​

Modern

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Beginning Tap 1 & Jazz 1: Ages 6 & up with no previous Jazz or Tap experience.

Jazz 2 - 5: Follows Jazz 1. Dancers are placed by ability.

Beginning Tap 2, Intermediate Tap, & Advanced Tap: Offered sequentially after the completion of Beginning Tap 1 based on ability.

Adult Tap

Beginner and Intermediate levels

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Tap & Jazz

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This style of dance focuses on movement that tells a story, such as might be seen in Broadway productions.​

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Theatrical

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Foundational skills are introduced in sean nos, ceili, and social dancing.  Reel, hornpipe, and social dance tunes are used in class.  Live musician accompaniment is present whenever possible, in order for dancers to experience the connection between the musician and the dancer, both in sean nos and ceili dancing. 

Irish Dance

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Additional Classes

Beginner Hip Hop:

Have fun and learn the basics of this street dance style. 

Int./Adv. Hip Hop 

Grow in your knowledge and expand on the principles learned in Beginner Hip Hop. 

Contemporary

This style of interpretive dance embraces innovation, blending techniques from various genres, including classical ballet, jazz, modern, and lyrical dance.

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Drop-In Classes

Not ready to commit to a full registration? We offer flexible drop-in options to fit your schedule.

Your first drop-in class is $25, and additional drop-in classes are $20 each. Simply scan the QR code in the lobby before class to get started.

If you choose to officially register after your first class, your initial drop-in fee will be applied toward your registration tuition.