Class Information

Acrobatic Dance:

This is a style of dance that is defined by it athletic character. Classical dance technique is combined with precision acrobatic elements. Unique choreography is seamlessly blended with both dance and acrobatics. The Acro student must also be enrolled in a technique class with Rhythm Studio. 

Level 1 - Beginner - Ages 7 - 11 - CANCELLED

Level 2 - Beginner/Experienced - Ages 10 & Up (This class has been combined with the Level 1)

Level 3 - Teacher placement.  Previous experience with gymnastics or cheer required. - CANCELLED

This class will include extensions and jumps and turns. This class is for the Intermediate/Advanced dancer.

Creative Movement: Ages 3.5 - 5 years old - Pre-Kindergarten 

This class is a breakdown of primary motor skills. Movements are fun through exciting activities. Children learn cooperation, patience, gross motor skills, and self-esteem. 

(The student must be 3.5 years old by September 1st. Younger children will only be placed in the class per the instructor's discretion).

 MUST BE POTTY TRAINED. NO EXCEPTIONS!!

Pre-Ballet ([4] 5 - 6 years old - Kindergarten)

8/18/2021 PLEASE NOTE - THIS CLASS  CURRENTLY DOES NOT HAVE ANY OPENINGS. WE HAVE STARTED A LIST AND WHEN WE HAVE ENOUGH INTERESTED STUDENTS WE WILL PUT IN ANOTHER 

PRE-BALLET CLASS
This class incorporates Creative Movement and Pre-Ballet skills. It's an introduction of basic ballet steps and vocabulary while continuing primary motor skills to build self-assurance and confidence.
(The student must be 5 years old by September 1st.
Students who are 4 by August 1st and who have had one year of Creative Movement with Rhythm Studio may be accepted into this class per the instructor's discretion).

Ballet 1:

(6 - 7 years old - Kindergarten - Grade 1). Basic Ballet terminology  will be explored while developing technique. Performance quality and  execution of steps will be focused on.

Ballet 2:

(7 - 8 years old - Grade 1 - Grade 2). This class is for the  intermediate dancer with previous ballet training. Class will explore  more complicated routines while still perfecting quality and knowledge  of Ballet terminology. Other students may be accepted into this class  with the Ballet Director's permission.

(PLEASE NOTE THAT OUR BALLET 2 AND BALLET 3 ARE COMBINED THIS YEAR).

Ballet 3:  (Grades 2 - Grades 3).

This class is for the experienced dancer with 2 - 4 years of experience.

Ballet 4: (Grades 4 - Grades 5). 

This class is for the experienced dancer with 3 - 5 years of experience.

Ballet 5: 

Teacher placement. 

Intermediate/Advanced Ballet:

By Recommendation Only.

Pointe:   (Ballet 5 and up). 

This class is designed to give the serious dancer  more time on Pointe.  Dancers can expect a very traditional feel from  this class. Classes will include barre work, center and across the floor  activities, in addition to strengthening activities specifically  designed for dancers working on Pointe. This class is to be taken in  addition to a level ballet class. There is not a costume fee for this  class, as this is not a performing class. 

Contemporary:

(PLEASE NOTE THAT OUR CONTEMPORARY CLASS IS COMBINED WITH THE LYRICAL CLASS THIS YEAR).

A popular form of dance which developed during the middle portion of  the twentieth century and has since grown to become one of the  dominating performance genres for formally trained dancers throughout  the world. Although originally formed by and borrowing from classical,  modern, and jazz styles, it has since come to incorporate elements from  many styles of dance. 

(12 & Up) The student must have previous Ballet experience and must be enrolled in another technique (Ballet/Jazz) class with Rhythm Studio. Other students may be placed in the class at the instructor's discretion.

Beginner Tap (6 - 7 years of age). 

No experience. 

Tap 1  / 2:
1 - 3 year's experience. 

Teen/Advanced Tap:

Teacher placement.

Beginner Jazz:

 (6 - 8 years old). No experience.
(We currently are not offering this jazz class).

Jazz 1/2: 

 7 - 10 years old. 

 Teen Jazz:

 Teacher placement

Lyrical:

(This class is combined with the Contemporary class this year).

(12 years old and up). 

This class is strongly influenced by ballet with an emphasis on expressive dance technique. 1 year of Ballet required. This class is set to today's music and uses elements of Ballet, Modern  and Jazz. The student must be enrolled in a technique class with Rhythm  Studio (Ballet/Jazz).

Musical Theater: CANCELLED

(10 years old and up). 

This class brings the exciting world of Broadway  to life. It combines dance, acting, and drama. Learn basic music  theater technique as well as dances to Broadway musicals. The student  must be enrolled in a technique class with Rhythm Studio (Ballet/Jazz). 

 Modern 1: 

(1st grade - 3rd grade). No experience.

Modern 2: 

(4th grade - 6th grade). Or teacher invitation.

Modern 3: 

(7th grade - 12th grade). Or teacher invitation.

Modern 4: 

Teacher recommendation only.

(We are not offering this class this year).

Little Shakers:

(5 - 6 years old). No experience.

Beginner Hip Hop:

(6 - 7 years old). No experience. 

Hip Hop 1:

(8 - 10 years old). Beginner/1 year experience.

Hip Hop 2:

Teacher placement.

Hip Hop 3:

Teacher placement.

Hip Hop 4:

Teacher placement.

Intermediate Hip Hop:

Teacher placement.

Advanced Hip Hop:

Teacher placement.