Descriptions

Dance Classes

Ballet

The Foundation of classical dance training.

Ballet is one of the most disciplined dance forms. Students who train in ballet will learn many components that develop over time, such as class parts (barre, center, jumps, reverence, etc.), ballet history, and general appreciation for the art of dance.

At SDC students typically base their other dance levels off of their corresponding ballet level. We strive to teach the students to have a strong work ethic through ballet training.

Levels Offered

• Ballet L1-4
• Pre-Pointe & Pointe
• Teen Beginner Ballet

Jazz

An upbeat dance style combining the fundamentals of ballet with early urban/hip-hop inspiration. Jazz studies isolated movements, rhythm, and stylistic movement along with a technical foundation.

At SDC, Jazz has a co-requisite of Ballet -meaning a student must also be enrolled in a ballet class, to enroll in a jazz class.

Levels Offered

• Jazz L 1-2

Lyrical

An elegant dance style inspired by Ballet, and Jazz dance technique.

Lyrical dances typically portray the lyrics of their song with movement, however over time the style has developed, and can also be performed to instrumental music.

At SDC, Lyrical has a co-requisite of Ballet -meaning a student must also be enrolled in a ballet class, to enroll in a lyrical class.

Levels Offered

• Lyrical 1-3

Acro

Acro Dance incorporates acrobatic skills, with dance. In this class students will focus on balance, flexibility, strength, and coordination.

At SDC we offer Acro beginning with our 5-6 age range and then progress to leveled classes.

Levels Offered

• Acro 5-6
• Level 1-3

Hip-Hop

Hip-Hop is an upbeat, stylistic dance style. In this class students will focus on rhythm, shapes, and style performed to hip-hop music. Hip Hop can range from hard hitting large body movements, to intricate isolations of hands & feet. It is a wide-range dance style, that has many different styles within its frame.

Levels Offered

• Hip-Hop 5-6
• Level 1-2

Technique & Tone

Tech & Tone is a challenging skill-drill style class. In this class students will work on fine tuning their dance technique, as well as flexibility and coordination. This class values posture, definition, articulation, and consistency over style.

At SDC Tech & Tone is a non-recital class geared toward improving over-all technique, strength, and flexibility.

Levels Offered

• Level 1-3

Tap/Ballet

Our most popular classes! Tap/Ballet is a great introductory class for little dancers. In this class dancers learn the basic foundations of ballet according to their age & level, and focus on rhythm, coordination, and performance through tap. This class is typically “magical”, teaching through imagination, song & dance, and re-calling information.

At SDC Tap/Ballet develops from age 3-6 to transition dancers into level classes.

Levels Offered

• Tap/Ballet 3-6 years

Performance Progressions

A new class this year! The primary goal of this class is to improve performance dynamics, and give students a real understanding of dance as entertainment. Additionally, this class will expand the palates of performing dancers with different dance styles and principles they might not typically take, such as Musical Theater, Modern, Hip-Hop, Contemporary, Jazz-Funk, Improv, and others!

Though this class is primarily designed for SDC companies, it is open to any dancers also registered in a level ballet class.

Levels Offered

• Level 1-2

Musical Theater

Musical Theater is a fun dance style, incorporating acting with Broadway style choreography. This class also dives into the basics of theater education. Students will learn about different musicals, parts of the theater, stage directions, and even some history of theater and musicals.

Levels Offered

• Level 1-2

Tap

Tap is a syncopated type of dance that allows students to increase coordination, develop motor skills and enhance rhythm.

At SDC Tap is introduced in our Tap/Ballet classes for ages 3-6 and can be continued in level classes!

Levels Offered

• Level 1-2

Silhouette Stars

Our Silhouette Stars class is designed specifically for students with learning differences, allowing exploration of creative movement in an environment tailored for their needs.

Special care is taken to accommodate all abilities!

Cross Train

A new class this year! Crosstrain for Dancers is designed to help dancers develop the strength they need to succeed in a variety of dance styles! A combination of strength training and cardio.

Though this class is primarily designed for SDC companies, it is open to any dancers.

Levels Offered

• Ages 6 & up

First Steps

First Steps is a class for some of our littlest dancers at SDC. Designed to be an introduction to creative movement, First Steps uses creative imagery, fun music, and colorful props to engage all parts of the student’s brain! In this class, students will develop coordination and nurture their confidence so that they can are prepared for a life-long love of dance! 

Levels Offered

• Ages 18 months – 2 yrs

SDC Playgroup

A new class this year! SDC Playgroup is designed to act as a Mommy & Me playgroup, allowing time for mothers to gather together for time with their little ones! The playgroup will have creative movement and story time components and will allow for socialization between both mothers and babies! 

Levels Offered

• Crawlers – 18 months

Adult Dance Sessions

Whether you’re returning to dance after a long time or continuing after graduation, our Adult Dance Sessions is the perfect opportunity to continue your dance education and have a blast while doing it!

Check back often for our 6-Week Session schedule throughout the season!

6 Week Sessions

Our 6-Week Sessions are offered on a rolling basis, offering the option for students to enroll in a short-term class! 

Check back often for our 6-Week Session schedule throughout the season!