Recreational Program

At the School of Modern Dance, you can take one or more classes for fun and leisure while enjoying a relaxed atmosphere

Recreational Program

At School Of Modern Dance, you may take one or more classes for fun and leisure and enjoy a more relaxed atmosphere
Designed for students who prefer a casual, creative, and non-competitive dance environment. Dancers will not participate in competitions but will have a year-end showcase. No minimum class or previous dance experience is required.

We accept new students year-round with prorated fees

ACADEM STYLES: Fusion of Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Lyrical, and more. Our classes cater to dancers aged 6 and older, including Adults.

STREET STYLES: Dive into the dynamic world of Hip Hop, House, Dancehall, Popping, Jazz Funk, and beyond. Open to dancers aged 6 and older, including Adults.

ADULT BALLET: Discover the elegance of classical ballet. From mastering ballet barre to perfecting center work, jumps, turns, and more.

TAP: Unleash your rhythm in our Tap classes, designed for kids aged 6 and up as well as Adults. Get ready to create music with your feet!

Musical Theater: For dancers aged 5 and above, including Teens, our Musical Theater classes offer a platform to explore the world of performance arts through song, dance, and drama.

ACRO & TECHNIQUE: Whether you're a beginner looking to build a strong foundation in Acro or a seasoned practitioner aiming to take your skills to new heights, our Acro & Technique classes are tailored to meet your needs.

YEAR END SHOWCASE - Saturday June 15th, 2024
DRESS REHEARSAL - Thursday June 6th, 2024

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Academ Styles (R)

Academ Styles (R)


Explore Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Lyrical, and more in this dynamic class. Starting with ballet barre and stretching, we move into jumps and turns, refining technique. The second part focuses on choreography for our end-of-year showcase. Join us for artistic expression and skill development!

Dance Experience: No experience required

Footwear:

  • 6 - 9 yr. group: Nude or black ballet or Jazz shoes
  • Others: Black Ballet or Jazz shoes. Bare feet or non-slip socks are acceptable.

Attire:

  • Form fitting, stretch clothing you can sweat in. Must be black.
  • Hair must be up!


STREET STYLES (R)

Barre-Fitness

Experience the best of Hip Hop, House, Dancehall, Popping, Jazz Funk, and more. Enhance coordination, boost confidence, and join thrilling performances. Class begins with a dynamic warm-up, progress to skill development, and finish with engaging dance routines. Groove to incredible music while mastering fantastic dance moves.

Dance Experience: No experience required

Footwear: Clean indoor running shoes/sneakers.  No outdoor shoes will be permitted in the dance studio. 

Attire: Loose, stretch clothing you can sweat in.

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Street Styles

Street styles (R)


Mix of Hip Hop, House, Dancehall, Popping, Jazz Funk and more. Improve your coordination, build confidence and be a part of exciting performances and competitions.

The class begins with a warm up, progresses on to skills development, then concludes with dance routines. Along with the great dance moves comes the great music .

Experience: No dance experience required

Footwear: Clean indoor running shoes/sneakers.  No outdoor shoes will be permitted in the dance studio. 

Attire: Loose, stretch clothing you can sweat in.

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Acro & Technique

Acro & Technique (R+C)


Join our exhilarating class, perfect for both Recreational and Competitive dancers. Whether you're a beginner or a competitive dancer, you'll delve into the fundamentals of Acro and elevate your skills to the next level.

Develop your splits, backbends, cartwheels, walkovers, head/arm stands, conditioning, balance, and dance technique. Everything you need to become a more accomplished dancer awaits. Get ready to leave class soaking wet!

Footwear: Black Ballet or Jazz Shoes. Bare feet or non-slip socks are acceptable.

Attire:

  • Form fitting, stretch clothing you can sweat in. Must be black.
  • Hair must be up!



tap (R+C)

tap (R+C)


We're thrilled to introduce our newest program for kids of various ages, teens, and adults. Tap dance is all about rhythm, syncopation, and creating sound through movement. We prioritize musicality, expression, and technique in this class. It's highly recommended for all skill levels and age groups.

Footwear: Black Tap shoes

Attire: Form fitting, stretch clothing you can sweat in



Jumps & turns (R+C)

jumps & turns (R+C)


Join our class dedicated to building strength, power, flexibility, and technique for jumps and turns at every level. We prioritize proper body alignment, spotting, and turnout. Students will learn combinations that enrich their dance repertoire across various styles. You'll enjoy this class and be thrilled by the progress you make throughout the year!

Footwear: Nude or black ballet/jazz shoes, half souls or turners

Attire: Form fitting, stretch clothing you can sweat in. Hair must be up



musical theater(R+C)

Musical theater(R+C)


Super fun and creative class! Musical theater is a jazz-based class filled with Broadway style dancing and music. Classes incorporate the style of dance you would typically see on a Broadway stage. This form of dancing emphasizes learning performing skills such as connecting with the audience and acting.

Footwear: Black or nude jazz shoes or bear foot/non-slip socks.

Attire: Form fitting, stretch clothing you can sweat in. Must be black