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Class Descriptions and Weekly Class Schedule
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Class Descriptions:
Many of the classes offered at JOM combine two or more dance genres, therefore allowing students to experience dance on a broader more encompassing manner. This method of class planning also allows students to decide which types of dance they enjoy the most. Below you will find a description of the various dance subjects offered at Joy of Movement Dance Center.
Someone Special and Me (ages 2-3)
Children will learn fun dance-related activities, basic dance steps, stretches and classroom etiquette in a fun, safe environment with Mom or Dad.
Preschool Dance – Creative Moments (ages 3-4)
This is an introduction to dance and movement for our youngest dancers, with the primary goal of fostering a love of movement in our students. In Preschool Dance, music, props and stories are used to engage your children in the art of dance and introduce them to basic ballet movements. Through this experience, students develop basic motor skills, a sense of rhythm and they become more coordinated. In addition, they learn about taking direction and participating in a group.
Kindergarten Dance – Ballet/Tap/Tumbling (ages 4-5)
A combination of ballet and tap are taught with an introduction to more formal dance training emphasizing proper technique and terminology. Students continue to explore and experience the joy of movement through these two introductory styles of dance that are intended to develop a dancer’s appreciation for the world of movement, rhythm and fun! Students will also experiment with some tumbling like front rolls and cartwheels during this energetic and exciting class.
Ballet
Through the classic art of ballet, students will develop grace, coordination, poise, a disciplined control of the body, an appreciation for art and music, and a wonderful sense of accomplishment. Emphasis is placed on proper technique, posture, and body position. We believe that ballet is the basis and structure from which all other dance styles build.
Jazz/Hip Hop
Jazz is a stylistic, energetic form of dance that emphasizes freedom of movement and creative self-expression. Some characteristics of jazz dance include using syncopated rhythms and isolated body parts while incorporating leaps, kicks and turns. Jazz is a form of dance that has and will continue to evolve over time because it is largely influenced by popular culture. There are many different styles of jazz dance, including Hip Hop, which can be viewed anywhere from television shows, to movies, to Broadway, and even music videos.
Acrobatic Jazz
This dance style combines basic gymnastic and acrobatic movements with popular jazz style dancing for a fast-moving, high energy class.
Tap
Students learn tap movements and terminology while developing rhythm, coordination, balance, and agility. We begin by teaching basic tap movements before progressing to the more complicated technique of tap. Whether beginning level or advanced, tap is a fun, fast-paced class that is also very challenging.
Popstars/Musical Theater (ages 6-10)
Children will have a great time singing, dancing, and acting with their friends. They will learn routines from some of thier favorite musicals/movies and get to play fun theater games. Students will also get to sing along and dance to their favorite age-appropriate pop music!
Ballroom Dance
The following dance styles are covered in our ballroom class: Cha Cha, Samba, Sumba, Paso Doble, Jive, Salsa, Waltz, and Tango. Be the hit at your next party by learning these fun, social dances!
Lyrical/Contemporary
This dance style is very expressive in nature and fuses modern, ballet and jazz techniques together to create a very unique performance. Lyrical/Contempoary dance is often performed on the popular show “So You Think You Can Dance”.
Monthly Tea/Dance Parties (ages3-6)
Once a month we will hold a tea/dance party. During the hour long party there will be story time, dancing, a tea party with juice and cookies and fun! The cost is $16 per child. Please call the studio for dates and to reserve your spot!
Class Schedule:
| Monday | |
| 4:30 – 5:15pm | Kindergarten Dance – Ballet/Tap/Tumbling(4-5) |
| 5:15 – 6:15pm | Jazz/Hip Hop/Tap I & II (6-8) |
| 6:15 – 7:15pm | Tap III (10 and up) |
| 7:15 – 8:15pm | Teen Jazz/Ballet/Lyrical (11 and up) |
| Tuesday | |
| 3:45 – 4:30pm | Preschool Dance (3-4) |
| 4:30 – 5:30pm | Jazz/Ballet I (5-6) |
| 5:30 – 6:30pm | Pop Stars/Musical Theater (6-10) |
| 6:30 – 7:30pm | Acrobatics/Jazz (6-10) |
| 7:30 – 8:15pm | All Boy’s Hip Hop (6-10) |
| Wednesday | |
| 3:45 – 4:30pm | Kindergarten Dance (4-5) Dance/Song/Tumbling |
| 4:30 – 5:30pm | Kid’s Hip Hop I (6-8) |
| 5:30 – 6:30pm | Hip Hop II (9 and up) |
| 6:30 – 7:30pm | Jazz/Hip Hop/Tap I & II (6-9) |
| Thursday | |
| 3:45 – 4:30pm | Someone Special and Me (2-3) |
| 4:30 – 5:15pm | Preschool Dance, Song, and Tumbling (3-4) |
| 5:15 – 6:15pm | Tap I & II (6-10) |
| 6:15 – 7:15pm | Ballet/Lyrical I and II (6-10) |
| 7:15 – 8:15pm | Adult Ballroom Dance |
| Saturday | |
| 10:00 – 10:45am | Preschool Dance (3-4) |
| 10:45 – 11:30am | Kindergarten Dance (4-6) |
| 11:30 – 12:30pm | Ballet/Tap I & 2 (5-7) |
| 12:30 – 1:30pm | Kid’s Ballroom Dance |
| 1:30 – 2:30pm | Monthly Tea Party (Story/Ballet/Tea Party) ages 3-6 |