Sahuarita Dance Center Class Descriptions
Creative Dance (3-4 years old)

Movement to music and the use of props offer a fun and imaginative introduction to dance. This class helps develop basic dance skills through songs and dance. At this young age, basic ballet is taught without focusing on technique. Children are encouraged to express themselves in individual ways through dance. This is a fun, creative environment and an excellent way to introduce your young child to music and movement.

Ballet I (5-6 years old)

Ballet I focuses on learning the structure of a ballet class. Students will be introduced to barre work, center work and simple variations while still having a lot of fun. Primary ballet positions and terminology will be covered. Rythm is introduced along with the beginning fundamentals of ballet in a creative atmosphere.

Ballet II (7-8 years old) and Ballet III (9-11 years old)

Classical Ballet is a beautiful and theatrical form of dance, and is the base of almost every type of dance. This class assists with balance, body placement, and alignment in dance. Theory of body movement, alignment and terminology will be emphasized. French terminology is used in all levels. A combination of ballet techniques, such as Cechetti, Russian, and Royal Academy Dance (RAD) is taught. Ballet is beneficial to many types of sports, and helps to develop postural alignment, strength and flexibility. Pointe Class (12 and up by invitation only) Advanced Ballet class on pointe. Due to the advanced nature of the class, attendance is by invitation ony.

Jazz/Tap I (5-6 years old)

An introductory class to jazz and tap that teaches increasingly more challenging combinations.

 
Jazz II (7-8 years old) and Jazz III (9-11 years old)
 

A technique class that combines traditional jazz with the ever-changing styles of today. Each class consists of a warm up, across the floor progressions and upbeat dance combinations. This class is high-energy and is for anyone who wants to have fun!

Hip-Hop

A fun energetic class with the latest hip-hop music and moves. Hip Hop class is a very stylized form of jazz dance using isolations, popping, and free styled movement. These upbeat high tempo classes aim to develop not only technique, but self confidence and stage performance as well. Sure to get your blood pumping!

 

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