Let’s Dance! Classes for our youngest dancers focus on teaching the art of dance in a safe, encouraging, and caring environment.
Early Childhood Dance
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| Class | Description | Ages/Grades | Session | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Sign Up |
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| Ballet/Tap | Combination classes are developed to allow students the opportunity to begin study in both disciplines and create an early foundation in which to build upon. The tap portion provides fast footwork and rhythm through sound. Dancers will learn proper technique, terminology, and movement performed to classic and contemporary music with an emphasis on FUN! Ballet/Tap is designed to be a combination of ballet study and beginning tap sounds and movements, devoting half the time to each on a regular basis. | 3.5-5.5 years | Fall 2019 | 2-3pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=90&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Hip Hop: Boyz | Boyz Hip Hop is designed specifically for boys who love music, love to move, and want to develop their own sense of style. In Boyz Hip Hop, students will learn movements that have elements of poppin’, locking, and breaking, as well as freestyle movement. Hip Hop gives the dancer a freedom of expression while learning technique that defines the dance. | 3.5-4.5 years | Fall 2019 | 2-3pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=90&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Hip Hop: Boyz | Boyz Hip Hop is designed specifically for boys who love music, love to move, and want to develop their own sense of style. In Boyz Hip Hop, students will learn movements that have elements of poppin’, locking, and breaking, as well as freestyle movement. Hip Hop gives the dancer a freedom of expression while learning technique that defines the dance. | 4-6 years | Fall 2019 | 5-6pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=90&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Hip Hop/Poms | In Hip Hop/Poms, students will learn movements that have elements of poppin’, locking, and breaking, as well as freestyle movement to give students the opportunity to develop their own sense of style. This combination class will include one Hip Hop dance and one Poms dance each session. | 3.5-4.5 years | Fall 2019 | 4-5pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=90&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Kidz Bop | Learn today’s hottest dance moves from your favorite videos! This dance class incorporates Jazz and Hip Hop together into one fun party. Set to the tune of the popular Kidz Bop series of music, students will learn beginning jazz and hip hop techniques and routines. All music and dance steps are child-appropriate and great fun. The class culminates in a short performance for family and friends at the end of the session. Dress code for the class is comfortable clothes and gym shoes. | 3.5-4.5 years | Fall 2019 | 9:30-10:30am | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=90&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Mommy & Me Ballet | Mommy and Me classes are an exciting way for parents and toddlers to connect with each other in a playful environment while learning foundational dance skills. Join us for a 45-minute class full of creative movement and music in Pre-Ballet. You both come ready to dance as we warm up together, pretend to be princes and princesses, build strength and flexibility, and learn very basic dance vocabulary. This class is a great precursor to our Princess Ballet classes. Parents will actively participate in class to help the teacher guide our littlest ballerinas in their first dance class. Register child only. Class Benefits: Learning to follow directions; Bonding experience between child and caregiver; Improving social skills; Appreciation of music and song; Introduction of classical ballet technique; Learn basic dance vocabulary; Social time with other ballerinas. | 1.5 - 2.5 years | Fall 2019 | 10:35-11:20am | 9:30-10:15am | 9:30-10:15am | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=90&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||
| Mommy & Me Dance | Mommy and Me classes are an exciting way for parents and toddlers to connect with each other in a playful environment while learning foundational dance skills. Join us for a 45 minute class full of creative movement and music. This high energy class uses elements of dance to stimulate coordination, balance, music interpretation, motor development, and creative movement. We encourage imagination and energy along with the use of props to have a lot of fun as we explore grown up themes in a clever, child-friendly way. Parents will actively participate in class to help the teacher guide our youngest dancers in their first dance class. Register child only. Class Benefits: Learning to follow directions; Bonding experience between child and caregiver; Improving social skills; Appreciation of music and song. | 1.5 - 2.5 years | Fall 2019 | 9:30-10:15am | 10:35-11:20am | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=90&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | |||||
| Princess Ballet | Dreams really do come true in Princess Ballet! The class will explore movement through music, stimulate students’ imagination, and promote creativity through stretching and entertaining exercises. In this unique class, students will enhance their balance & poise as well as hand/feet coordination through basic ballet skills. At the end of class, we will dress up and dance at the Magic Ball with all our favorite Princesses! This class builds confidence and an appreciation for dance, while creative play encourages children to express themselves through movement and music. Attire for class: leotard, pink or white tights, and ballet slippers. Class Benefits: Gaining independence from caregivers; Development of fine motor skills; Learning to follow directions; Cooperation and participation; Introduction of classical ballet technique; Learn basic dance vocabulary; Creative expression and creative movement. | 2.5-3.5 years | Fall 2019 | 10:35-11:25am | 9:30-10:20am | 9:30-10:20am | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=90&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||
| Tot Hop | Dance like your favorite pop stars! In this high-energy, age-appropriate class, your tot will bop ’til they drop in this fun, upbeat, creative dance class. Dancers will learn fun pre-hip hop moves and combinations, performed to their favorite music. Along the way, our dancers will build their self-confidence, increase motor coordination and develop classroom etiquette. Kids are encouraged to use their imagination while developing a love for dance, making new friends and building strong, fundamental skills. It’s time to bust a move! | 2.5-3.5 years | Fall 2019 | 10:35-11:25am | 9:30-10:20am | 10:35-11:25am | 10:35-11:25am | 9:30-10:20am | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=90&session=52&day=&filters=Submit |