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Class Descriptions
Curriculum
Toddler
Children ages 20 months - 3 years can MOVE AND GROOVE in a fun-filled class which provides an opportunity to interact with other children. Using wide variety of music, dancers begin to learn rhythm and patterns. Many types of movement characterizations are used to develop both movement quality and imagination. Movement both builds coordination and balance while enhancing learning. Great fun for parents too!
Programs Age Requirements
Early Childhood Program
It is very important to remember that physical skills that seem quite simple to us as adults are often quite complicated for young children. At Dance Creations Dance Studio classes in the early childhood levels are grouped into age appropriate categories for 3- 6 year olds. These classes meet once a week and last either 45 or 60 minutes depending on age.
Many types of movement characterizations are used to develop both movement quality and imagination. Students participate in a variety of free movement exercises that teach listening skills (responding to the tempo and mood of the music), levels (High, Medium, Low), and direction. Young dancers who are consistently exposed to this type of activity in class are generally more creative later in life and are consistently freer in their movement styles as they develop.
Programs Age Requirements
Elementary Level
For children ages 7-10 a more technical level is introduced. Dancers now begin learning terminology and taking the concepts used in the early childhood program and begins to put them into the higher level. The student learns to discipline both the body and the mind. At DCDS, we believe in maintaining an environment coupled with positive reinforcement and discipline, which is necessary for the progress and growth of any student. In this age category Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, and Pre-Pointe are introduced.
Programs Age Requirements
Now having gained a strong technique background, dancers can take it to the next level. Classes geared at this level include, Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop and a technique class that is required with enrollment in any class with the exception of Hip Hop. These classes offer an outlet for a dancer’s energies and emotions with a strong emphasis on dance. DCDS takes great pride in our unique choreography and the versatility of our students.
Programs Age requirements
Gymnastics
DCDS offers several recreational gymnastic classes. The curriculum focuses on the safe development of motor skills, flexibility and confidence. Essential gymnastic skills are taught helping gymnasts develop a sound foundation from which higher-level skills can be learned. Attention to body form and control is emphasized enabling the gymnast to perform safe and correct skills in a challenging and rewarding class atmosphere.
Competition Team
The opportunity of competing with a competition team can be a very rewarding experience. It is intended that through participation, dancers will learn the fundamentals of teamwork, how to strive for goals and reach a personal best.
DCDS has won countless regional and national awards including Best Choreography, Best Concept, Most Entertaining and Top Studio.
Curriculum
Toddler
Children ages 20 months - 3 years can MOVE AND GROOVE in a fun-filled class which provides an opportunity to interact with other children. Using wide variety of music, dancers begin to learn rhythm and patterns. Many types of movement characterizations are used to develop both movement quality and imagination. Movement both builds coordination and balance while enhancing learning. Great fun for parents too!
Programs Age Requirements
- Move and Groove 2-3 years accompanied by parent/guardian
Class Name Day / Studio Time Move & Groove Monday/Studio D 9:45 – 10:15AM Move & Groove Thursday/Studio B 6:30 – 7:00PM
Early Childhood Program
It is very important to remember that physical skills that seem quite simple to us as adults are often quite complicated for young children. At Dance Creations Dance Studio classes in the early childhood levels are grouped into age appropriate categories for 3- 6 year olds. These classes meet once a week and last either 45 or 60 minutes depending on age.Many types of movement characterizations are used to develop both movement quality and imagination. Students participate in a variety of free movement exercises that teach listening skills (responding to the tempo and mood of the music), levels (High, Medium, Low), and direction. Young dancers who are consistently exposed to this type of activity in class are generally more creative later in life and are consistently freer in their movement styles as they develop.
Programs Age Requirements
- Creative Movement I 3 years
Class Name Day / Studio Time Creative Movement I 3’s Tuesday/ Studio A 5:15 - 6:00PM Creative Movement I 3’s Wednesday/Studio C 10:00-10:45AM Creative Movement I 3"s Wednesday/Studio C 5:30 - 6:15PM - Creative Movement II 4 years
Class Name Day / Studio Time Creative Movement II 4’s Monday/ Studio D 5:45 - 6:30PM Creative Movement II 4’s Tuesday / Studio D 5:30 - 6:30PM Creative Movement II 4’s Wednesday / Studio D 6:15 - 7:00PM Gymnastics Wednesday / Gym 5:30 - 6:15PM Creative Movement II 4's Thursday / Studio D 10:00-10:45AM - Kinderdance 5-7 years
Class Name Day / Studio Time Kinderdance Monday / Studio C 5:30 - 6:15PM Kinderdance Wednesday / Studio C 6:15 - 7:00PM Kinderdance Thursday / Studio D 5:30- 6:15PM Gymnastics Monday / Gym 5:00 - 5:30PM Gymnastics Wednesday / Gym 5:30 - 6:15PM - Kinderdance 7-8 years
Class Name Day / Studio Time Kinderdance II Tuesday / Studio D 6:15 - 7:15PM Gymnastics Tuesday / Gym 5:30 – 6:15PM - Hippitty Hop 5-7 years
Class Name Day / Studio Time Hippitty Hop Tuesday / Studio B 5:30 – 6:15PM Hippitty Hop Wednesday/Studio B 6:15 - 7:00PM - Boys
Class Name Day / Studio Time Boyz Hip Hop ages 5-7 Tuesday / Studio A 6:15 - 7:00PM Boyz Hip Hop ages 8-12 Tuesday / Studio A 7:00 – 8:15PM Boyz Hip Hop ages 13 & up Tuesday / Studio A 8:30 – 9:30PM
Elementary Level
For children ages 7-10 a more technical level is introduced. Dancers now begin learning terminology and taking the concepts used in the early childhood program and begins to put them into the higher level. The student learns to discipline both the body and the mind. At DCDS, we believe in maintaining an environment coupled with positive reinforcement and discipline, which is necessary for the progress and growth of any student. In this age category Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, and Pre-Pointe are introduced.
Programs Age Requirements
- Combination I 8-9
Class Name Day / Studio Time Combination I Tuesday / Studio C 6:15 – 7:15PM Combination II Wednesday / Studio C 5:00 – 6:15PM Gymnastics Tuesday / Gym 5:30 – 6:15PM Gymnastics Wednesday / Gym 6:15 – 7:00PM Hip Hop Wednesday / Studio D 7:00 – 7:45PM - Combination II 9-11
Class Name Day / Studio Time Combination II Thursday / Studio C 5:00 – 6:30PM Gymnastics Tuesday / Gym 6:15 – 7:15PM Hip Hop Tuesday / Studio B 6:15 - 7:15PM Hip Hop Tuesday / Studio B 7:15 - 8:00pm
Intermediate / Advanced Level
Now having gained a strong technique background, dancers can take it to the next level. Classes geared at this level include, Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop and a technique class that is required with enrollment in any class with the exception of Hip Hop. These classes offer an outlet for a dancer’s energies and emotions with a strong emphasis on dance. DCDS takes great pride in our unique choreography and the versatility of our students.
Programs Age requirements
- Intermediate / Advanced Intermediate Ages 11-14
Class Name Day / Studio Time Technique ages 10-12 Monday / Studio B 5:30 - 6:30PM Technique ages 10-12 Thursday / Studio D 5:45 - 6:45PM Combination III 10 -12 Monday / Studio C 6:30 - 8:00PM Combination III10-12 Tuesday / Studio C 4:45 - 6:15PM Gymnastics Tuesday / Gym 6:15 - 7:00PM Hip Hop 10-12 Tuesday / Studio B 7:15 - 8:00PM Combination II ages 12-14 Tuesday / Studio C 7:15 - 8:45PM Hip Hop ages 13-14 Monday/Studio A 5:30 - 6:30PM Technique ages 13-14 Wednesday / Studio A 6:30 – 7:30PM Combination III ages 13-14 Wednesday / Studio A 7:30 – 9:00PM Hip Hop ages 13-14 Monday / Studio A 5:30 – 6:30PM Pre-Pointe 10-13 Thursday / Studio B 6:45 – 7:45PM Pointe Thursday / Studio D 6:15 - 7:45PM Gymnastics* Tuesday / Gym 7:15 - 8:45PM *Must be approved by Director - Seniors Ages 14-up
Class Name Day / Studio Time Jazz / Contemporary * Monday / Studio A 8:30 – 9:30PM Hip Hop Advanced * Wednesday / Studio D 7:45 – 8:30PM Technique * Thursday / Studio B 5:45 – 7:15PM Tap * Thursday / Studio D 7:15 – 7:45PM Pointe II * Thursday / Studio D 7:45 – 9:15PM Jazz/Lyrical Tuesday 7:15 - 8:45PM Hip Hop Tuesday / Studio B 8:45 – 9:30PM *Must be approved by Director
Gymnastics
DCDS offers several recreational gymnastic classes. The curriculum focuses on the safe development of motor skills, flexibility and confidence. Essential gymnastic skills are taught helping gymnasts develop a sound foundation from which higher-level skills can be learned. Attention to body form and control is emphasized enabling the gymnast to perform safe and correct skills in a challenging and rewarding class atmosphere.
Competition TeamThe opportunity of competing with a competition team can be a very rewarding experience. It is intended that through participation, dancers will learn the fundamentals of teamwork, how to strive for goals and reach a personal best.
DCDS has won countless regional and national awards including Best Choreography, Best Concept, Most Entertaining and Top Studio.
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Adaptive Dance Classes
Come join a class devoted to exploring dance concepts and skill development that will adapt and work with each child’s ability and needs. This class will promote self-confidence and enhance self-esteem while inspiring a true love of dance. Children will explore movement patterns, individual expression and social interaction in a supportive, nurturing environment.
Class 1 10:00-10:30 ages 5-10
Class 2 10:30-11:00 ages 10 and up
