Levels
With the advancement to each level, the dancer begins more ‘serious’ training, appropriate to their physical and intellectual maturity.
Level I The level I dancer is an advanced beginner or graduate of our elementary program.
Level II Low intermediate, having completed Level I syllabus.
Level III Intermediate, having completed Levels I & II syllabus.
Level IV Advanced, having successfully completed Levels I, II & III syllabus and two years pointe technique.
Level II Low intermediate, having completed Level I syllabus.
Level III Intermediate, having completed Levels I & II syllabus.
Level IV Advanced, having successfully completed Levels I, II & III syllabus and two years pointe technique.
AcrobaticsFloor work only. Students learn the proper technique and develop flexibility for tumbling from beginner to advanced (i.e. forward/backward rolls, backbends, cartwheels, handstands, handstand backbend and many more) as they progress through the years.
DRESS CODE Dark colored leotard, pink, suntan or black tights. |
PointeDancers are promoted to pointe work at age 11, and after completion of Level I and II ballet syllabus. Dancers who attend pointe class must attend a minimum of two ballet technique classes per week on a regular basis
DRESS CODE Dark colored leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes, pointe shoes. Ballet skirts are acceptable for Ballet/Pointe. |
TapOur Tap Program is based on the Al Gilbert Tap Syllabus. The Al Gilbert Graded Tap System simply makes teaching tap easy. There are 10 levels in all beginning with simple shuffles and flaps and progressing to more advanced wings and pullbacks. Each step is broken down in a systematic, fool-proof way making learning exact and easy. Each level builds upon steps that have been learned in previous levels. This syllabus routinely and properly trains each dancer to advance from beginning exercises to advanced combinations with ease.
DRESS CODE Dark colored leotard, pink, suntan or black tights, tan tap shoes |
JazzIncludes: fast, street, theater, lyrical, contemporary jazz style based syllabus.
DRESS CODE Dark colored leotard, pink, suntan or black tights, tan or black jazz shoes. Black jazz pants, camisole shirts, and shirts which form to the body, are acceptable for tap, jazz, modern and hip hop (sneakers) |
Hip HopDescription to come
DRESS CODE To Come |
BalletDescription to come
DRESS CODE To Come |
Baggy shirts, baggy pants, sweat pants, sweatshirts, or shorts are not acceptable. When purchasing leotards please make sure they are comfortable.
We hold private lessons weekly. Please call (518) 798-5058 for scheduling and times.
- Hair must be neat and secured off the face and neck.
- No dangling earrings, necklaces, bracelets or watches.
- Please label dancewear and belongings with your name and phone number.
We hold private lessons weekly. Please call (518) 798-5058 for scheduling and times.
Please go to the SCHEDULE page for days and times offered for each class. For more information, please call the studio at (518) 798-5058 and we will be happy to help!
Additional Program Offerings
Annual Showcase Performances • Workshops with renowned teachers • Competition Opportunities
Student Choreography • Birthday Parties • Dance Education
Student Choreography • Birthday Parties • Dance Education
Our season runs from September through early June, with our annual showcase performances at the end of May.
We are closed on Thanksgiving Day, the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day. Classes are held on all other days including Monday holidays.
We are closed on Thanksgiving Day, the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day. Classes are held on all other days including Monday holidays.
Our faculty is here to teach, guide and strengthen each individual to reach their potential and most importantly, to feel good about themselves.
