Creative Dance - Age 5-6 Abstract ideas such as colors,
shapes, and feelings are brought alive through dance, often with the
use of props and costumes. Dancers are presented with variety of
musical styles rhythms. Floor exercises stretch and strengthen and help
to develop good posture. Students become acquainted with dance class
etiquette. Creative movement activities stretch the mind and the
imagination.
Elaine Sisler's Creative Dance class dancing to "Carnival of the Animals"
Pre-Ballet & Ballet 1 - Age 6-8 In the Pre-ballet and
Ballet 1 levels we continue to cultivate and nurture a joy for dancing
while introducing children to the basics of classical ballet technique.
Classes will retain the imaginative aspects elements of creative dance
class with the addition of simple ballet steps at barre and in center.
Students learn basic beginning ballet vocabulary. The introduction of
steps across the floor and in formation develops coordination and
spatial awareness.
Beginner through Advanced Ballet
Pointe
Adult Ballet
Modern / Jazz
Pilates - Private sessions by apointment
Modern/ Jazz This beginner/intermediate class
combines modern and jazz techniques that help the dancer to understand
space, time (rhythm), shape, movement dynamics, alignment and
centering.
The modern aspect explores fall/recovery, shaping the surrounding space, expression and imagery. Jazz dance involves learning to cut through the space using staccato movement, body isolations and lateral movement/turns
The class starts off with technical warm-up exercises and floor barre to condition the body/mind for strength, flexibility, coordination and memory. We explore movement further with longer combinations in the center floor. With the teacher’s guidance, dancers learn to listen to their bodies, become grounded/connected with the earth, and explore different ways of moving. Class goals include fuller, more expressive movement, and the confidence that comes from being strong and centered - things that greatly improve performance skills.
Alexander Technique The Alexander Technique is an
invaluable tool for dancers and non-dancers alike. Study of the
Alexander Technique helps to prevent injuries and reduce tension, as it
improves awareness, coordination, placement, balance, and stage
presence. Cathy Hazeltine Fallon applies her extensive knowledge of the dancer's anatomy to help dancers with "less than perfect ballet bodies" to gain an understanding of how to access more turnout, to lengthen their classical line, and to dance with greater freedom through improved alignment. www.alexandertechnique.org www.alexandertechnique.com
Workshops Workshops with guest teachers are offered throughout the year to Intermediate and Advanced students.
Studio Ballet Pre-professional dancers in Pas de Deux class taught by Sandy Fallon
Beginner through 
The modern aspect explores fall/recovery, shaping the surrounding space, expression and imagery. Jazz dance involves learning to cut through the space using staccato movement, body isolations and lateral movement/turns
