Training Programs

The Studio School of Dance believes that dance provides a foundation for success in life. The skills learned in the dance classroom transfer to other areas of a student’s life. Dance classes increase the child’s well-being by improving his/her physical development and intellectual skills and by increasing self-discipline. The Studio offers a holistic approach to movement discovery, including pre-professional training and classes for those new to dance. The Studio also offers adult classes, workshops, and fitness classes for everyone to enjoy. 

Petite Dance Program

This program merges creativity and dance techniques as well as helps younger dancers gain the following skills: Physical: Coordination, refinement of gross and fine motor skills, understanding of space and their bodies; Social: Listening, responding, taking turns, working cooperatively, sharing with others; Cognitive: Recognizing, recalling, identifying, differentiating, and sequencing. Students must reach the class age by September 1st.

• Creative Movement (Ages 2-4)- The children are introduced to the basic concepts of rhythm and movement using creative games that expand their individual creativity. They will learn special awareness, listening skills, group socialization, and structure. They will strengthen their bodies and learn coordination to ready themselves for the next level in dance. Our goal is to make sure we are building the love of dance in each child, nurturing their natural creativity in a fun and loving atmosphere. Our goal is to awaken interest, enthusiasm, and self-confidence through dance.

• Pre-Ballet Level I (Ages 3-6)- This class is an introductory class. The class begins with conditioning, stretching, and strengthening exercises. They will learn to pattern and will have opportunities in each class where they dance alone, and in groups. Basic Ballet vocabulary and class etiquette are introduced. Pre-Ballet Level I meets 1-2 times a week.

The Academy

Developed with the highest level of artistic excellence, our program supports dancers interested in taking multiple dance classes per week in different styles. The Academy program is centered around a strong ballet curriculum but will allow dancers to explore other genres of dance. This program offers the opportunity to tailor schedules based on their age and technical needs. Although this program offers some “flexibility” to the dancers’ schedule, a certain level of commitment will be expected for the dancer to gain something from their training. A placement class is required

Level II (Ages 6-9)- The class more closely follows the structure of a ballet technique class. The class begins with conditioning, strengthening, and stretching exercises to help students use, and isolate, certain muscle groups pertaining to dance. Students will use the ballet barre and will learn ballet vocabulary. Body placement and alignment will be discovered. Class etiquette is part of classroom practice and expectations. This class focuses on Musicality and how movements correspond with the music. Small jumps and exercises across the floor will be practiced building strength and endurance. Level II is recommended to attend Ballet 2 times a week.

Level III (Ages 7+)- Stretching, Conditioning, and Strengthening of the dancer’s muscles will continue and students will begin to incorporate more use of the upper body. Barre work becomes more complex as we introduce musicality, accuracy, and strength into the combinations. Ballet vocabulary continues to be reinforced, along with the execution and advancement of proper technique. Artistry and Performance quality is also introduced. Some pre-pointe exercises/classes may be given towards the end of the year to strengthen the feet and ankles to prepare the students for pointe shoes, and more advanced techniques. Level III should attend Ballet 2-3 times a week & optional Improv/Contemporary 1-2 a week.

Level IV (Ages 9+)- Pre-pointe exercises/classes will strengthen the feet and ankles to prepare the students for pointe shoes, and more advanced techniques. Barre work becomes more complex as we continue to add musicality, accuracy, and strength into the combinations. Ballet vocabulary continues to be reinforced, along with the execution and advancing of proper technique. Stretching, Conditioning and Strengthening of the dancer’s muscles will continue and students will incorporate more use of the upper body. Level IV is recommended to attend Ballet 3-4 times a week, Pointe class 1-2 times a week (should dance qualify) Pre-Pointe, Improv/ Modern, Contemporary, Progressive Ballet Technique & Dance Conditioning 1- 2 times a week.

Level V & VI (Ages 12+)- Level V&VI is recommended to attend Ballet/ Pointe 4-6 times a week Improv/ Modern, Contemporary, Progressive Ballet Technique & Dance Conditioning 1- 2 times a week.

Adult Dance/ Fitness Program

It’s never too late to learn dance, get back into dance or even join a fitness class. We are proud to introduce our new Adult Dance/ Fitness Program.  This live and virtually instructed program will provide our members with a variety of dance and fitness classes during the week. If you are looking to learn Ballet, Latin, or Hip Hop or need some moral support to take virtual fitness classes, we can provide that. Click here to register

Art Program

The Art Program is a partnership between The Studio School of Dance and Barnitz Art. The weekly Saturday morning sessions are an ideal environment for making art. It supports kids ‘creativity, builds their self-esteem, and rewards their parents with artwork created by their children. Our course will cover a range of mediums & techniques. The lessons are broken down into two-week lessons. Our classes will max out at 8-10 students to ensure an intimate learning environment.