Class Descriptions
Baby Ballet
(Age 2 1/2 to 3)		 Baby Ballet is the perfect transition class for your growing toddler. We bridge the gap from Toddler Time to Creative Movement.Dancers will learn ballet movements, tap basics, and still use props like scarves, balls, and the parachute to develop body awareness.
Creative Movement
(Age 3 & 4) 		Creative Movement introduces dance and movement using many types of music and props. Students will learn dance vocabulary and age appropriate motor skills in a structured and fun way. We learn both ballet and tap basics which develop body awareness.
Pre-Ballet
(Age 5 & 6) 		Pre-Ballet builds skills such as musicality, coordination, and self-confidence.  Your student will learn dance vocabulary, technique, and beginning level ballet and tap.  Students will develop a foundation on which they will base their dance training.
Ballet
(Age 7 & up) 		Ballet is truly the foundation of all dance. Ballet technique is a structured syllabus which builds upon itself and teaches coordination, grace, strength, and artistry. We teach classical ballet of the Vaganova and Cecchetti tradition. We place our emphasis on sound anatomical training so you can dance for years to come. We encourage proper alignment and kinesiology to prevent injury.
Jazz
(Age 7 & up) 		Jazz is a truly American art form which incorporates many forms and styles of dance.  We teach a classical approach to Jazz which uses the body mechanics of ballet and creates a versatile dancer by sampling such styles as Contemporary, Hip-Hop, and Musical Theatre.
Tap
(Age 7 & up) 		Tap is a rhythmic dance form which focuses on fine-motor movements. Students will discover the joy of creating both sounds and shapes as they study. We offer a Broadway style of tap, which is classical in origin and accessible to
non-dancers.
Musical Theatre
Academy
(Age 7 & up) 		This class is the ultimate training for your future Broadway star. We focus on character dance, voice, and acting. Students will prepare for auditions, learn choreography, and learn about performance technique.
Pointe
(Age12 & up) 		Pointe shoes are a pinnacle of accomplishment for any young dancer.  Pointe dancers must be twelve and have proper technique and muscular development.  Students will be examined to determine if they are ready for this important step in their dance training.  It is highly recommended that the dancer’s doctor x-ray their feet to ensure their growth plates are fully formed.  Once students are ready to train on pointe, they will receive an instructional packet on proper fitting, sewing, and care of their new investment.
NOTE: by invitation only
Hip Hop
(Ages 6 & up)

Teen Hip Hop
(Ages 13 & up) 		This contemporary Jazz style is funky, upbeat, and energetic. We dance to popular music while learning fun combinations.
Bollywood/Bharatanatyam
(Ages 6 & up) 		This dance class incorporates Bollywood and Classical Indian dance. Students will dance to Bhangra music while learning this exciting cultural art form.
Boy’s Movement
(Ages 4-7) 		This class will focus on the fun and energy of boy’s dance! We will learn jazz, tap, and ballet to work on coordination, balance, flexibility and strength. Athletic attire required.
Dance Conditioning
(Teen/Adult)		 This class will focus on strengthening your core as well as improving overall muscle tone, flexibility, coordination, balance and postural alignment. This class is designed for dancers but will give non-dancers great results too!
Cascade Dance Academy
Company		 Please audition for our performing troupe.