ContempraDance
offers an exciting program for kids in a caring, nurturing environment.
We focus on the creative aspect of movement while teaching the
fundamentals necessary for a child to further their interest in
ballet.
Ballet for Kids
Ballet 1 - This class is for ages 6 to 9 with no previous
dance experience. Students will learn the fundamentals necessary
for Ballet 1A including, proper body alignment and placement
at the barre as well as center floor. Each class meets once
a week for a 45 min each session
Ballet 1A - This class is for ages 8 to 11 or 9 to 12
with at least 1 year of experience in ballet. Students should
be familiar with the basic Ballet positions and will begin to
learn more involved sequences in preparation for Ballet 2. Each
class meets once a week for 1 hour each session. This is an
Advanced Beginner level class.
Ballet 2A - This class is for ages 11
to 16 with at least 3 years of previous ballet training. Students
focus on perfecting more intricate ballet moves, adding speed
and complexity into their routines. Students will also be
introduced to pointe work. Each class meets once a week for
1¼ hour each session. This is an Intermediate level
class.
Ballet 3 - This class is for ages 11
to 16 with at least 4 years of previous ballet training. Students
focus on perfecting more intricate ballet moves, adding speed
and complexity into their routines. Students will also be
introduced to pointe work. Each class meets once a week for
1½ hour each session. This is an Intermediate/Advanced
level class.
Ballet & Jazz 1 - This
is a class for students aged 7 to 9 who wish to get an introduction
to Jazz and Ballet dancing. Students will learn basic Ballet
and Jazz moves. Each class meets once a week for an hour each
session. This is a Beginner level class.
Ballet & Jazz 1A - This
is a class for students aged 7 to 10 with at least 1 year
of Ballet and Jazz dance experience. Students will further
their studies in Ballet and Jazz. Each class meets once
a week for an hour each session. This is an Advanced Beginner
level class.
