Dance Programs
We offer dance classes for ages 18 months - adult. Whether you're a beginner, advanced, or somewhere inbetween, we have a class for you!
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DIMENSIONS KIDS: Ages 6 and under
TALLS-N-TOTS
Ages 18mo - 24mo
30 minutes weekly
Stretch the imagination through creative dance to support language development and social interaction. This is a great introduction to dancing for children just developing their coordination. The teacher guides the Tall and Tot team in a way that makes discovering movement, balance and listening skills easy and fun. This class is an excellent first group activity.
An adult (Tall) must accompany their little one (Tot) for this class. Bare-feet or socks required.
Classes limited to 8 students (Tots).
DANCE IS FUN
Age 2 years old
30 minutes weekly
Fast paced, fun and creative class. Basic dance is taught in a class structure that our two-year-olds thrive in! Basic ballet and terminology will be covered.
Classes limited to 6 students.
TINY TOTS
Ages 3 - 4 years old
45 minutes weekly
Introduction to dance with an emphasis on dance foundations, coordination, incorporation of props, and having fun in a highly energized and upbeat class! Basic ballet and jazz are covered. Use of correct ballet terminology is incorporated.
Classes limited to 12 students.
DANCE KIDS
Ages 5 - 6 years old
45 minutes weekly
Continued introduction to Dance with an emphasis on dance foundations, coordination, basic dance terminology, learning dance etiquette, incorporation of props. We focus on an introduction to ballet, jazz, hip hop and pom in a fast paced and creatively challenging atmosphere.
Classes limited to 12 students.
LITTLE HIP HOP
Ages 5 - 6 years old
45 minutes weekly
Learn all the basics of hip hop in this fun fast paced class! Stylish choreography to age appropriate music provides an energized class. If your child loves to dance at home and make up their own “moves,” then this is the perfect class!
Classes limited to 12 students.
LITTLE MONKEYS (NEW!)
Ages 3 - 5 years old
45 minutes weekly
Little Monkeys Circus Classes are a super fun class for ages 3-5. Watch your little one gain confidence and learn new skills. Classes include interactive circuits, balance beams, silks, juggling, hula hoops and more all under the supervision of our certified Dance Cirque instructors.
LITTLE TAP / KID TAP
Ages 3 - 6 years old
45 minutes weekly
Rhythm, noise and funk! Learn the basics of tap and begin combos as well as across-floor combinations in this high paced class!
Classes limited to 12 students.
COMIC BOOK HIP HOP
(Summer Only)
Ages 3 - 6 years old
45 minutes weekly
Our Superhero program is designed to create an environment for our age 3-6 students to use their creativity and teach them to love dance. Each week we will highlight a different superhero such as Captain America, Batman, Spider-man, Superman, Thor & Iron Man! We will read a story before costumes and props are handed out to dance out a routine inspired by these characters. Basic hip hop steps, stalls, and tricks will be taught. More info available upon request.
Classes limited to 12 students.
PRE-BALLET
Ages 5 - 6 years old
45 minutes weekly
Ballet is the core of all dance. Classical ballet focuses on body placement, proper technique, body alignment, flexibility, strength and skills. This class is a great way for those students who really want to focus on ballet at a younger age. Class is creative and challenging.
Classes limited to 12 students.
BROADWAY BABY
(Summer Only)
Ages 3 - 6 years old
45 minutes weekly
Our Broadway Baby program is designed to create an environment for our age 3-6 students to learn the basics on acting, dance, and music in this musical theatre inspired class. Each week we will highlight a different kid friendly musical and learn a short dance to a popular song from it. Lion King, Annie, Mary Poppins, Grease, Aladdin and Newsies will be introduced. If your child loves to sing and dance- this is the class for you!
More info available upon request.
Classes limited to 12 students.
TUMBLING TOTS / ACRO KIDS
Ages 3 - 6 years old
45 minutes weekly
Tumbling at its best! This class is an introduction to all the fun tumbling exercise that our little ones love in a safe environment. Students will learn several different acrobatic skills which build in difficulty as the class progresses. Cartwheels, forward roll, somersaults, back-bends, back walkovers, and so much more!
Safety mats are provided.
Classes limited to 12 students.
FAIRYTALE BALLET
(Summer Only)
Ages 3 - 6 years old
45 minutes weekly
Our fairytale program is designed to inspire imagination and creativity for our age 3-6 students while teaching them to love dance. Each week we highlight a different fairytale such as Tangled, Beauty and the Beast, Little Mermaid, Frozen, Moana, Encanto, and more! Story time is included in each class before costumes and props are handed out to dance out the story. Basic ballet dance steps such as plié, tendu and chassé are introduced as well as some fun choreography to fairytale inspired music. More information is available upon request.
Classes limited to 12 students.
DIMENSIONS CORE: Ages 7 - 18
BALLET
Ages 7 - 18
1 hour weekly
Ballet is the core of all dance. Classical ballet focuses on body placement, proper technique, body alignment, flexibility, strength and skills. You must take ballet to become a well-rounded dancer. As you progress through Intermediate and Advanced levels, more choreography, style, interpretation and skill difficulty will be introduced.
PREREQUISITES:
Foundation: open to anyone ages 7 - 18.
Intermediate: 2 years in Ballet Foundation and between 9 - 18 years old.
Advanced: 2 years in Ballet Intermediate, between 11 - 18 years old, instructor/director endorsement, and enrolled in another Foundation/Intermediate class.
JAZZ
Ages 7 - 18
1 hour weekly
Jazz is a combination of dance movements with an emphasis on technique, body placement, personal style, and technical skills such as leaps, turns, kicks, and formation changes. This class is for those dancers looking for a challenging and fun way to develop personal style within a group atmosphere.
PREREQUISITES:
Foundation: open to anyone ages 7 - 18.
Intermediate: 2 years in Jazz Foundation and between 9 - 18 years old.
Advanced: 2 years in Jazz Intermediate, between 11 - 18 years old, instructor/director endorsement, and enrolled in another Foundation/Intermediate class.
HIP HOP
Ages 7 - 18
1 hour weekly
Hip Hop is a more contemporary form of dance. It utilizes complex rhythms and the most current video/street dance styles. Dancers will master these funky synchronized skills in an upbeat and fun environment. This class is a cardiovascular workout as well as teaching hip hop routines. If you want to get a great workout and have fun doing it, this is the class for you!
PREREQUISITES:
Foundation: open to anyone ages 7 - 18.
Intermediate: 2 years in Hip Hop Foundation and between 9 - 18 years old.
Advanced: 2 years in Hip Hop Intermediate, between 11 - 18 years old, instructor/director endorsement, and enrolled in another Foundation/Intermediate class.
LYRICAL / MODERN
Ages 7 - 18
1 hour weekly
Lyrical dance is expressive, focused on conveying musicality and emotion through movement. It is a combination of intricate, highly technical, and pedestrian/naturalistic moves. Lyrical inspires choreographers and dancers to use movement to interpret music and express emotion.
PREREQUISITES:
Foundation: open to anyone ages 7 - 18.
Intermediate: 2 years in Lyrical Foundation and between 9 - 18 years old.
Advanced: 2 years in Lyrical Intermediate, between 11 - 18 years old, instructor/director endorsement, and enrolled in another Foundation/Intermediate class.
TAP DANCE
Ages 7 - 18
1 hour weekly
Rhythm, noise and funk! Tap teaches the art of percussive strikes on the floor using different parts of the foot. After learning the basics of tap, you'll begin simple combinations and across-floor combinations in this high paced class!
PREREQUISITES:
Foundation: open to anyone ages 7 - 18.
Intermediate: 2 years in Tap Foundation and between 9 - 18 years old.
Advanced: 2 years in Tap Intermediate, between 11 - 18 years old, instructor/director endorsement, and enrolled in another Foundation/Intermediate class.
MUSICAL THEATRE
Ages 7 - 18
1 hour weekly
Diversify your dance training! Musical theatre training can truly benefit dancers of other styles and genres. Musical theatre focuses on storytelling through dance, dialogue, lyrics, choreography to communicate a message to the audience. Join us for a Broadway/Disney inspired class!
PREREQUISITES:
Foundation: open to anyone ages 7 - 18.
Intermediate: 2 years in Musical Theatre Foundation and between 9 - 18 years old.
Advanced: 2 years in Musical Theatre Intermediate, between 11 - 18 years old, instructor/director endorsement, and enrolled in another Foundation/Intermediate class.
CONTEMPORARY
Ages 7 - 18
1 hour weekly
Contemporary is a form of modern ballet that lets go of dictionary definitions of movement. Contemporary normally is performed barefoot. Its foundations are ballet, jazz, hip-hop, breaking, and even capoeira /martial arts and folk dances.
PREREQUISITES:
Foundation: open to anyone ages 7 - 18.
Intermediate: 2 years in Contemporary Foundation and between 9 - 18 years old.
Advanced: 2 years in Contemporary Intermediate, between 11 - 18 years old, instructor/director endorsement, and enrolled in another Foundation/Intermediate class.
POM
Ages 7 - 18
1 hour weekly
Due to popular demand, we have brought this fun class back! Pom incorporates strong, precise arm movements with poms. Style includes jazz, kicks, acro, clocks, memorization, flexibility, formations, jumps, leaps and turns.
PREREQUISITES:
Foundation: open to anyone ages 7 - 18.
Intermediate: 2 years in Pom Foundation and between 9 - 18 years old.
Advanced: 2 years in Pom Intermediate, between 11 - 18 years old, instructor/director endorsement, and enrolled in another Foundation/Intermediate class.
DANCE ACRO
Ages 7 - 18
1 hour weekly
Learn how to do skills and tricks that you can incorporate into your dance routines. Learn the basics and progress to harder skills in a safe environment. Back layout, back tuck, back walkover, cartwheel, front and back somersaults, chest stand, elbow stand, front aerial, handspring, handstand, hand walking, kip up, round off, side aerial, valdez and strength training will be included in these classes. Safety mats will be provided. Classes taught by certified tumbling instructors.
OPEN TECHNIQUE WORKSHOP
Ages 7 - 18
1 hour weekly
FREE for current students
These classes are designed to reinforce the basics to students that are either brand new to dance or need additional work to help them in their current classes. It is highly recommended that you take one of these classes if you have never danced before in conjunction with the class of your choice. Instructors may also recommend this class to students throughout the year. For existing students, consider this valuable structured practice time on an actual dance floor.
DANCE CIRQUE (NEW!)
Ages 6 - 18
1 hour weekly
Looking for something new and different? Check out our new Dance Cirque class where students learn circus (or cirque) style skills from our certified Dance Cirque instructors. No dance experience necessary and no circus experience necessary!
Classes are structured as a circuit (stations) in a leveled curriculum that allows each student to progress at their own pace. Students will learn juggling, hoops, lyre, silks, and more!
DIMENSIONS TEAMS: Ages 5 - 18
DIMENSIONS NEXT
Ages 5 - 18
2-3 days/week + performances
NEXT teams are performance only teams for age 5-18 (age as of August 31). No audition is required. This program runs from August-May.
This is a higher level of commitment to dance than our Core/Kids program but without the intensity of competition. Expect to be at the studio 2-3 days a week.
NEXT dancers have one team rehearsal per week and are required to take one weekly ballet and one weekly jazz class. This group will have a minimum of 4 local performances each year.
Monthly tuition includes, team rehearsal, open technique, ballet, jazz, team jacket and 2 NEXT performance costumes.
DIMENSIONS ALLSTARS
Ages 7 - 18
3-5 days/week + performances and competitions
If you are looking for competitive opportunities, we are a great - and unique - choice. Most competitive dance teams will fit into the category of either studio-based dance team or collegiate dance team. We have evolved over the years to bridge the gap between the two and offer our dancers experience with both. Our Allstar program is Nationally ranked and consistently in the top 5 (often in first) in local, regional and National competitions.
Allstars is an audition required, time intensive program open for dancers age 7-18. Auditions are held in June of each year for the upcoming season. We travel and compete both locally and out of state. For more information, please see our Allstar Tab.