Our Tap and Ballet Classes are taught in a fun and imaginative way with creative and classical music and filled with props such as scarves, hats, crowns, and more. Our students are taught the basics of tap steps and simple combinations. While in ballet, we teach basic technique as well as center practices and creative choreography. At the same time our students can explore their creativity in a fun and nurturing environment. As an ADDED BONUS, our Annual Recitals give you an opportunity to see your child, dressed in our wonderful dance costumes, perform on stage and show you what they've learned.

Here are some of the skills that your child learns in:
(Try some at home)

Ballet class

1st Position	2nd Position	3rd Position
4th Position	<- More Advanced ->	5th Position

Pliè: a bending of the knees. A half bend is a demi pliè; a deep bend is a grand pliè.

Tendu: means to stretch (the foot).

Passe: a position in which one leg, knee turned out, slides up to the knee of the other leg, touches and slides down again.

Ararabesque: a body balanced over one foot with the other leg fully extended behind, and the arm extended, which should create a long line of symmetry from finger tips to toes.

A series of different Jumps: Sautè, Èchappè, Jetè, Changement ...

and skills Across the Floor

Tap Class

A variation of:
Toe Taps: much like tendus/ strike the foot (repeatedly) on the floor, using the ankle to raise and lower the foot.

(Heel) Digs: touch (heel) of foot to floor without putting weight on it.

Criss-Crosses: Top of right foot goes across and behind left foot and taps-alternating feet.

Shuffle (Step): Weight on one foot, brush free foot forward and then spank it back.

Shuffle-hop-Step, (Kick) Ball-Change ....

A series of different Jumps: Sautè, Èchappè, Jetè, Changement

Skills Across the Floor

And Much, Much More All To Fun Music!

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