Curriculum

Music and Movement (4 year olds)	An exciting dance preparatory program for 4 year olds. This is an outgrowth of work done by the Directors as Artists-in-Residence for the Wolf Trap Institute for Early Learning Through the Arts. This program uses music, dance, and creative drama techniques to accomplish the following objectives with the children: improve self-awareness and build self-motivation; foster group awareness and social competencies; develop gross and fine motor skills; increase motivation and enthusiasm for learning; improve ability to concentrate and observe; foster individual artistic creativity through music appreciation. (Attire: Girls—pink leotard and tights; Boys—tee shirt and shorts)
Pre-Ballet (Kindergarten)	A delightful class where “learning to learn” is the order of the day. It is an extension of the class described above with the addition of group direction in Pre-Ballet, rhythm and coordination, and singing and memory building. (Attire: Girls—pink leotard, tights, and pink ballet shoes; Boys—white tee shirt, black tights or gym shorts, and black ballet shoes)
Primary Division	Basic beginning level ballet and tap technique. Emphasis is placed on building confidence, strength, and poise. Learning to cooperate and work in a classroom environment is not only a good way to channel untapped energy, it is also an important first skill for a young dancer to acquire as dance is one of the few true community arts. (Attire: Girls—sky blue leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes, and black tap shoes; Boys—white tee shirt, black tights or gym shorts, black ballet shoes, and black tap shoes)
Primary I	Age 6 years (1^st grade)
Primary II	Age 7 years (2^nd grade)
Primary III	Age 8 years (3^rd grade)
Elementary Ballet	From this point, ballet students begin to broaden their horizons. Their education in ballet terminology, technique, anatomy, and placement increase extensively. Classes are needed to assure proper alignment, muscular development, and proficiency in movement. Placement within this classification is with the approval of the instructors. At least a year of prior training is required. (Attire: Girls—Plum leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet shoes; Boys—white tee shirt, black tights or gym shorts, and black ballet shoes)
Intermediate Ballet and Beginning Pointe	Acceptance into this level and placement within this level is with the approval of the Directors. Students at this level must attend 2 classes weekly. (Attire: Girls—Black leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes; Boys—white tee shirt, black tights, black ballet shoes)
Advanced Ballet	Admission to this level is with the approval of the Directors. Participants must attend at least 2 classes weekly. (Attire: Girls—Solid classical color leotard, pink or black tights, pink ballet shoes; Boys—white tee shirt, black tights, black ballet shoes)
Theater for Teens	From Improvisation to Scene Study and back again, this class works on developing confidence on stage.
Junior Tap (age 9 – 12 years)	A chance to learn the essentials or expand your knowledge of this very popular American dance form. Combines well with Elementary Ballet for a complete dance experience.
Child Jazz (age 8 – 11 years)	This represents a good introduction to some of the more basic jazz movements.
Junior Jazz (age 10 – young teens)	A very popular class using the terrific contemporary music and fun that jazz involves, but on a younger, more suitable scale for this age group.
Senior Jazz (Teens to Adults)	An exciting, popular class to further jazz skills and to HAVE FUN DANCING!! Some experience preferred.

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