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Combo 1 (ages 3 & 4):

45 minute class with 3 subjects: Tap, Ballet &Tumbling
Dresscode: black tap shoes, pink ballet shoes, and a leotard of choice
Curriculum:

Basic understanding of beginner tap steps and ballet positions
Learning the left & right
Safely learning basic tumbling such as cartwheels and summersaults
Focus on participation in class, ability to stand in line and pay attention.

Combo 2 (ages 4 & 5):

45 minute class with 3 subjects: Tap, Ballet &Tumbling
Dresscode: Black tap shoes, pink ballet shoes and a leotard
Curriculum: T

Build on the steps learned in the Combo 1 class and will progress much quicker
More attention will be placed on the proper use of the right & left feet and directional change
Tap & ballet steps will be intensified
Tumbling will include double summersaults and one-handed cartwheels
Encouragement to stay focused longer with total class participation

Combo 3 (ages 5-7):

45 minute class with 2 subjects: Tap & Jazz
Dresscode: Black tap shoes and a light tennis shoe. Black jazz shoes may be needed for the show at the end of the season.
Curriculum:

A generalized understanding and execution of both subjects
Focus will be put on directional change, placement and surroundings in relationship to other dancers nearby
Learn formations & how to move to specific places during a routine
Expected to count, know when to move and where to move on their own
All of this is preparation to move into a single subject class for the following season.

Please keep in mind that each student will progress at his/her own pace.

Some 6 and 7 year olds may be ready for a single subject class.

Single Subject Tap or Jazz (ages 7 and up):

--There are 3 levels of Tap and 3 levels of Jazz.

45 minute class focusing on 1 subject
Dresscode: Black tap shoes for Tap / a light tennis shoe or black jazz shoes for Jazz.
Curriculum:

Focusing on individual student ability and level of skill
Progress of class will be based on how quickly the students are able to master the steps presented
Encouragement to practice outside the studio

Recommendations will be made if we feel the student needs to be placed in a different class level once classes have begun and we are able to assess the student's abilities.

Adult Classes
--There are 3 levels of Tap & 2 levels of Jazz.

PARTICIPATION IN THE SHOW IS NOT REQUIRED OR EXPECTED

Tap 1: This class is for beginner tappers. No experience required. Roger will teach basic tap steps.

Tap 2: This class is for intermediate tappers. If you have tapped in the past and would like a refresher course, this is for you! Roger will advance the basic steps taught in Tap 1.

Tap 3: This class is for advanced adult tappers. The class moves at a very fast pace.

Jazz 1: This class is for adults who want to get their bodies moving! Roger works on using your core muscles to maintain balance and tone your thighs, tummy, and bootie. Steps are basic and designed to get your body moving to the rhythm of the music.

Jazz 3: This class is for adults who have previously danced and are ready to jump right back into it! Roger moves at a fairly quick pace and class is guaranteed to make you sweat!