Summer Mid and HS

Pointe & Ballet

Ballet and Pointe

Enrollment:
Class Time: 45 min to 1 hour (depending on class)

Sessions available:

#S9 – Progressing Ballet Technique Int/Adv on Tuesdays from 4:45 – 5:45

#S17 – Teen / Adult Ballet (ages 15 and up) on Tuesdays from 7:00 - 8:00

#S20 – Teen / Adult Pointe (by approval) on Tuesdays from 8:00 – 8:30

#S30 – Ballet Intermediate/Advanced (12 and up) on Thursdays from 7:00 - 8:00

#S35 –Pointe (by approval only) on Thursdays from 8:00 - 8:30

#S36 – Teen / Adult Ballet (ages 15 and up) on Thursdays from 8:30 - 9:30

Ballet
Ballet or “technique” classes (for students age 6 and up) are the core foundation at Interpretations Dance Academy for all styles of dance. They focus on developing a solid ballet technique with emphasis on understanding correct body placement, proper use of turn out, coordination of the upper body (epaulement), and use of arms (port de bras). Interpretations Dance Academy exposes students to aspects of traditional Vaganova (Russian), Cecchetti (Italian), and American techniques. Class begins with work at the barre to build strength and coordination, followed by center exercises, culminating in a grand allegro combination or variation. Clear explanations of exercises and theory help students use the ballet vocabulary in a simple, practical way that leads to increased technical understanding, healthy physical development, and lifelong enjoyment.

Students who are on pointe will participate in this class in pointe their shoes.

It is not uncommon for students to participate in the same level for 2 years.

Attire: Black leotard, pink tights, pink ballet slippers and hair in a bun. No skirts or lyrical shoes permitted.

Pointe
This class is for students who completed our pre-pointe program and are recommended to begin Pointe training. Students must be enrolled in New Pointe class twice a week as well as a regular ballet class a minimum of twice a week.

Jazz

Jazz
Enrollment:
Class Time: 45 min - Ballet class recommended
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Sessions available:

#S16 – Jazz Combinations and Leaps, Turns and Jumps Int/Adv on Tuesdays from 6:45 - 7:45

Jazz Styles
A true American dance form that appeals to everyone because of its energy, variety, and vitality. Jazz Dance classes exploring different styles such as Broadway, Latin, Classical Jazz Funk, Swing, Rhythm, Bollywood and more! Chosen music varies including jazz, swing, blues, pop, soul and funk. Classes begin with a warm-up to develop strength, flexibility, correct alignment coordination and body isolations. Turns leaps and progressions are included (as appropriate and safe per level), and culminates in extended dance combinations. The goal is to develop dancers who are expressive, dynamic, musical and passionate. It is not uncommon for students to participate in the same level for 2 years.

Attire: any form fitting dance clothing such as leotards, tights, leggings, dance shorts. Jazz= tan jazz shoes, Lyrical or contemporary= lyrical shoes or dance paws

Tap

Tap Combinations
Enrollment:
Class Time: 45 min

Sessions available:

#S13 – Tap Combinations Int/Adv on Tuesdays from 5:45 - 6:30

Tap Dance is a timeless art that combines dance and percussion. Tap dancers in musicals, movies, television, commercials, and concerts inspire us with their infectious rhythms. Tap Dance classes (for students 8 and up) explore the two traditions of rhythm tap (hoofing) and Broadway tap. Class begins with warm up exercises in the center that increase control, proper tap technique, coordination, and rhythm, followed by across the floor exercises that teach dynamics, shading, phrasing, and musicality, concluding with extended rhythmic phrases and improvisation exercises. The goal is to develop tap dancers that are equally strong musicians, dancers, and performers. May also involve some tap dance history, learning about such legendary greats such as Fred Astaire, the Silver Belles, The Nicholas Brothers, Sammy Davis, Jr., Gregory Hines, Jimmy Slyde, Bill “BoJangles Robinson, Ann Miller, Charles “Honi” Coles and Donald O’Connor. It is not uncommon for students to participate in the same level for 2 years.

Attire: any form fitting dance clothing such as leotards, tights, leggings, dance shorts and Tap Shoes.

Contemporary and Lyrical

Enrollment:
Class Time: 45 min - Ballet class required.

Sessions available:

#S26 – Contemporary / Lyrical Combinations Int/Adv on Thursdays from 5:15 - 6:00

Lyrical
Lyrical dance is emotion-based movement that is inspired directly from music lyrics while telling a story. Movement can be fluid or abstract. This class is designed for intermediate to advanced students with previous training in ballet. Students will explore partnering and weight sharing exercises combined with basic techniques and skills from ballet, jazz and modern. As students progress through each level the curriculum will become increasingly more complex and intricate. It is not uncommon for students to participate in the same level for 2 years.

Attire: any form fitting dance clothing such as leotards, tights, leggings, dance shorts. Lyrical shoes or dance paws

Contemporary
Contemporary dance is a style of expressive dance that combines elements of all styles of dance. Contemporary dancers strive to connect the mind and the body through fluid dance movements.

This class will explore the development of Contemporary works through creative movement and improvisation, unlike the strict, structured nature of ballet.

Attire: any form fitting dance clothing such as leotards, tights, leggings, dance shorts. Lyrical shoes or dance paws

Musical Theater

Enrollment:
Class Time: 45 minutes

Sessions Available:

#S19 – Broadway Musical Theater (12 and up) on Tuesdays from 7:45 - 8:30

Musical theatre dancing is less of a particular style, and more of a description of dancing that is rooted in the diverse history of Broadway musicals. Musical theater students will need to use their knowledge of ballet, tap, and jazz. Musical theater choreography and dancers incorporate acting and place a high focus on musical interpretation.

Attire:
Students: Dance short or capris and any leotard. Any soft jazz or ballet slipper.

Hip Hop

Enrollment:
Class Time: 45 min

Sessions Available:

#S29 – Hip Hop (ages 12 and up) on Thursdays from 6:05 - 6:50

Hip Hop is a high-energy class that infuses the latest styles of street dancing, breaking, popping, and locking. Classes will encourage students to step outside of the box by bringing their own individual style, personality, face animation, and expression to the movements. Hip-hop dance requires students to have the muscle control, strength and stamina to successfully perform moves. Therefore the class may include upper and lower body conditioning as well as a rigorous warm-up to help prepare students for more intense movements.

Attire: Any comfortable clothing, and any clean pair of tennis shoes.

Competition Team

Sessions Available

Competition Team ages 9 - 18 (by audition only) on Mondays - times to be determined

New to Dance?

Sessions Available

#S24 - New to Dance Sampler on Wednesdays from 6:55 - 7:40

Dance Sampler
This fun class is designed for the middle school and up aged student who is interested in dance but has minimal dance experience. Enjoy exploring Jazz, HipHop and Lyrical styles over this six week session.

Summer 2022 Classes for Middle and High School

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