Summer Elementary

Ballet

Ballet
Enrollment:
Ages: 6 and up (younger ages by recommendation only)

Sessions available:

S2 "Emerald Grace":Ballet Technique intermediate (ages 8-12) on Mondays from 5:15 - 6:15

S19 "Heart Echos":Fundamentals of Ballet and Lyrical on Thursdays from from 5:00- 6:00

Ballet or “technique” classes (for students age 6 and up) are the core foundation at Interpretations Dance Academy for all styles of dance. They focus on developing a solid ballet technique with emphasis on understanding correct body placement, proper use of turn out, coordination of the upper body (epaulement), and use of arms (port de bras).

Interpretations Dance Academy exposes students to aspects of traditional Vaganova (Russian), Cecchetti (Italian), and American techniques. Class begins with work at the barre to build strength and coordination, followed by center exercises, culminating in a grand allegro combination or variation. Clear explanations of exercises and theory help students use the ballet vocabulary in a simple, practical way that leads to increased technical understanding, healthy physical development, and lifelong enjoyment.

It is not uncommon for students to participate in the same level for 2 years.

Attire: Black leotard, pink tights, pink ballet slippers and hair in a bun. No skirts or lyrical shoes permitted.

Jazz

Jazz
Enrollment:
Ages: 6 - 10
A Ballet class is strongly recommended.

Sessions available:

S11 "Wicked Funk": Jazz/HipHop ages 6-9 on Wednesdays from 5:45 - 6:30

S24 "Wicked Sass":Jazz Intermediate ages 8 - 12) on Thursdays from 6:10 - 6:55

S26 "Dancing Through Life":Intro to Dance ages 9 and up on Thursdays from7:00 - 7:45

Jazz is a true American dance form that appeals to everyone because of its energy, variety, and vitality. Jazz Dance classes exploring different styles such as Broadway, Latin, Classical Jazz Funk, Swing, Rhythm, Bollywood and more! Chosen music varies including jazz, swing, blues, pop, soul and funk.

Classes begin with a warm-up to develop strength, flexibility, correct alignment coordination and body isolations. Turns leaps and progressions are included (as appropriate and safe per level), and culminates in extended dance combinations.

The goal is to develop dancers who are expressive, dynamic, musical and passionate. It is not uncommon for students to participate in the same level for 2 years.

Attire: any form fitting dance clothing such as leotards, tights, leggings, dance shorts. Jazz= tan jazz shoes

Tap

Tap Combinations
Enrollment:

S21 "Wicked Stop": Tap Intermediate ages 8 - 12) on Thursdays from 5:20- 6:05

S22 "Rhythm in Ruby Slippers" ages 6 - 9 on Thursdays from 6:05 - 6:35

Tap Dance is a timeless art that combines dance and percussion. Tap dancers in musicals, movies, television, commercials, and concerts inspire us with their infectious rhythms. Tap Dance classes (for students 8 and up) explore the two traditions of rhythm tap (hoofing) and Broadway tap. Class begins with warm up exercises in the center that increase control, proper tap technique, coordination, and rhythm, followed by across the floor exercises that teach dynamics, shading, phrasing, and musicality, concluding with extended rhythmic phrases and improvisation exercises. The goal is to develop tap dancers that are equally strong musicians, dancers, and performers. May also involve some tap dance history, learning about such legendary greats such as Fred Astaire, the Silver Belles, The Nicholas Brothers, Sammy Davis, Jr., Gregory Hines, Jimmy Slyde, Bill “BoJangles Robinson, Ann Miller, Charles “Honi” Coles and Donald O’Connor. It is not uncommon for students to participate in the same level for 2 years.

Attire: any form fitting dance clothing such as leotards, tights, leggings, dance shorts and Tap Shoes.

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Lyrical

Enrollment:

Sessions available:
S18 "For Good":Lyrical Intermediate ages 8 - 12) on Thursdays from 4:30 - 5:15 (ballet required)

S19 "Heart Echos":Fundamentals of Ballet and Lyrical on Thursdays from from 5:00- 6:00

Lyrical dance is emotion-based movement that is inspired directly from music lyrics while telling a story. Movement can be fluid or abstract. This class is designed for intermediate to advanced students with previous training in ballet. Students will explore partnering and weight sharing exercises combined with basic techniques and skills from ballet, jazz and modern. As students progress through each level the curriculum will become increasingly more complex and intricate. It is not uncommon for students to participate in the same level for 2 years.

Contemporary dance encourages dancers to be versatile in their expressions, being able to portray a wise array of movement styles and emotion. It focuses on spacial and body awareness, use of body weight, floor works, leaps, turns, efficiency of muscle usage and safe body alignment.

Attire: any form fitting dance clothing such as leotards, tights, leggings, dance shorts. Lyrical or contemporary= lyrical shoes or dance paws

Hip Hop

Enrollment:

Sessions Available:

S11 "Wicked Funk": Jazz/HipHop ages 6-9 on Wednesdays from 5:45 - 6:30

Hip Hop is a high-energy class that infuses the latest styles of street dancing, breaking, popping, and locking. Classes will encourage students to step outside of the box by bringing their own individual style, personality, face animation, and expression to the movements.

Hip-hop dance requires students to have the muscle control, strength and stamina to successfully perform moves. Therefore the class may include upper and lower body conditioning as well as a rigorous warm-up to help prepare students for more intense movements.

Attire: Any comfortable clothing, and any clean pair of tennis shoes.

Acro

Enrollment:

Sessions available:

S8 "Monkeying Around":Acro ages 6 - 9 on Wednesdays from 4:45 – 5:30

S10 "Acro in Oz":Acro ages ages 10 and up on Wednesdays from 5:35 - 6:20

Acro is designed to teach a range of tumbling, condition and flexibility skills to help improve dancer strength, balance and agility.

Attire:
Students: Dance short or capris and any leotard. Bare feet.

Musical Theater

Enrollment:

Sessions available:

S29 "Shiz University":A Musical Theater Experience ages 6 - 9. Classes are M-F the week of July 16 -20. This workshop is billed separately.

Where Stars Find Their Magic!

Participants will be invited to defy gravity and dive into the whimsical world of Wicked! In this enchanting camp, young performers will sing, dance, and act their way through the Land of Oz—channeling Glinda’s sparkle, Elphaba’s courage, and all the magic in between. Campers will enjoy themed games, creative crafts, and even a Wicked-inspired movie night complete with popcorn and magic!
No experience needed—just big imaginations and a love for fun!
Spots are limited—enroll now before they vanish into thin air!

Pom Pom

Enrollment:

Sessions available:

S12 "Which Witch":The Ultimate Green vs Pink Pom Pom Battle for ages 6 - 8. Classes are July 9 and July 16 from 6:35 - 7:35. This workshop is billed separately.

Which Witch: Pom Pom Battle!
Which Witch are you? Are you sweet and sparkly with pink poms, or fierce and fiery with green poms? In this high-energy Pom class, dancers will split into teams for a fun and friendly battle of the witches! Learn sharp motions, clean formations, and sassy choreography that brings both good witch glam and wicked style to life. With magical music, team challenges, and lots of spirit, this class is full of movement, laughter, and pom-tastic fun. May the most spellbinding squad win!

Summer 2022 Classes for the Elementary Ages

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