Classes
DANCE STYLES OFFERED
*C.A.T.S
CATS stands for Conditioning, Alignment, Technique and Strengthening. CATS class helps dancers (ages 10+) to gain strength, stamina, and agility. A great way to increase your fitness!
*non-performing class
*Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT)
PBT is an innovative body-conditioning and strengthening program developed by Marie Walton-Mahon. In PBT, dancers (ages 7-adult) learn exercises for training muscle memory and strengthening to achieve their personal best.
*non-performing class
Ballet
Ballet is the foundation of all dance forms. Ballet class offers fundamental dance training through terminology, placement, footwork, ballet technique, and musicality. Dancers will learn barre & center combinations and explore the artistry of ballet.
Ages: 7-adult
Boys Technique
This is a ballet & movement class designed just for boys! This class will offer the same fundamental training as our other ballet classes such as rhythm, terminology, placement, footwork, and technique.
Beginning: ages 6-9 Intermediate: ages 9-18
Contemporary
This is a movement interpretation style of dance. Dancers will be trained in fluidity, time, gravity, space, breath and rhythm.
Ages: 7-adult
Creative Movement
This class is designed to encourage creativity, build self-esteem, develop motor skills, and provide social interaction in a fun environment!
Ages: 2-4
Hip Hop
Hip Hop offers a combination of current dance styles and trends. Students will work on various combinations in this high energy class!
Ages: 7-adult
Hippity Hop
Early introduction and exploration for littles to the dance style, Hip Hop. Dancers will explore rhythm, tempo, and Hip Hop movement in a creative, fun environment!
Ages: 3-5
Jazz
Students will learn combinations, stretching, technique, and vocabulary while building strength and flexibility.
Ages: 7-adult
Lyrical
Lyrical is a class for students who would like to express & explore their faith through movement. The Lyrical style allows dancers to focus on the lyrics of faith driven music while learning elements of ballet, contemporary, and modern dance.
This class will include a brief discussion time about the themes and ideas in the lyrics. Students will be expected to be able to execute the level of technique that corresponds with the level.
Ages: 7-adult
Musical Theater
This class is designed for those who enjoy the combination of singing, dancing, and acting.
Beginning: ages: 6-11
Intermediate/Advanced: ages 10-18
Pointe & Pre-Pointe
Students in who are taking 2 or more Ballet classes per week (Ballet 3 and up) are eligible for Pre-Pointe. After receiving a Teacher Recommendation for Pointe shoes, dancers who are taking 2 or more Ballet classes per week may register for Pointe class.
Teacher recommendation required.
Pre Combination Classes: Pre-Hip Hop/Tap, Pre-Ballet/Jazz, Pre-Ballet/Tap, Pre-Jazz/Tap,
Pre-combination classes allow exploration and introduction to each of the specified styles.
Ages: 4-6
Pre-Ballet
This class allows exploration and introduction to Ballet.
Ages: 4-6
Pre-Hip Hop
This class allows exploration and introduction to Hip Hop.
Ages: 4-6
Tap
This class is filled with exercises, combination, and technique. Learn how to make clean, sharp, and distinct sounds and rhythms with your feet.
Ages: 7-adult
*Adult classes are non-performing
Tiny Twirlers
Introduction to dance class and learning to move and groove while following instruction in a fun and creative learning environment.
Ages: 2-4
Weekly Class Schedule - Bellingham Only
Weekly Class Schedule - Lynden Only