Classes for Ages 7-18
Class Placement
The appropriate class and level for each student is entirely determined by the Footnotes staff. Correct placement for each dancer is individualistic and specific to that dancer’s needs and abilities.
Please remember that all students do not learn at the same rate. Students who start in the same class together will not always progress in the same way and therefore may be placed in different levels based upon the evaluation of their progress.
New students with no or little dance experience will be placed in beginner classes of the appropriate age group in the subject of their choice.
New students with prior dance instruction may have to try a few different classes and levels to find the appropriate fit at Footnotes.
Returning students are generally kept with their group for the new dance season. However, each student is evaluated at the end of each year and may therefore be placed in a different level in accordance with their progress.
Ballet 1, 2, 3
Ballet is offered to all ages in various levels, ballet is the foundation of dance. Body placement flexibility, balance, alignment, strength and technique are achieved through barre and center floor work. Should ballet technique is essential for strength power and execution for each dancer.
Ballet classes are designed for those students with prior dance experience. Dancers will be placed in one of these classes based on previous dance experience and ability shown in class. More focus will be placed on technique, strengthening muscles and appreciating the aesthetics of good dance. Students will learn to express themselves when performing and present themselves with a positive self image in all areas of life.
Ballet classes vary for 30 to 45 minutes and are offered for student 7 to 18 years old. These classes are divided into 5 levels and student are placed by skill level. Younger students are encouraged to take a Combo Class such as Twinkle Toes or Tiny Dancers for early ballet training.
Ballet
Ballet (levels 1-3 for ages 7+) is the foundation of dance. Body placement flexibility, balance, alignment, strength and technique are achieved through barre and center floor work. More focus will be placed on technique, strengthening muscles and appreciating the aesthetics of good dance. Students will learn to express themselves when performing and present themselves with a positive self image in all areas of life. Ballet classes range from 30-45 minutes in length.
Pre Pointe
Pre-Pointe (age 10+) is a ballet class for the more experienced ballet students. This class meets twice a week and will prepare students to go en pointe by building the strength required for pointe work. Dancers may choose to not go en pointe but will still enjoy the more frequent classes and challenges that Pre-Pointe brings. This class meets for 60 minutes, twice a week.
Pointe
Pointe (age 11+ with instructor approval) is a class where the ballet dancer supports all their body weight on the tips of fully extended feet. Dancing en pointe makes the dancer appear weightless; this is done by wearing special box toed pointe shoes. Dancers will continue working on their ballet technique in flat shoes as well. Students are recommended for pointe based on age and ability. Pointe is a 60 minute class that meets twice a week.
Lyrical
Lyrical dance (for ages 7+) is a modern dance form which fuses modern dance, jazz, and ballet. Lyrical dance has similarities to contemporary dance. Lyrical dance uses dramatic motion to interpret music and express emotion. We currently offer 3 lyrical classes (level 1-2, 3, and 4) that range from 30-45 minutes.
Jazz
Jazz class (levels 1-5 for ages 7+) feature a concentration in jazz technique. Through proper warm up, effective stretching, body isolation and floor work incorporating center floor and across the floor combination, each level builds on the previous one and leads to greater understand and proper execution of the many styles of jazz dance. Jazz is a style of dance that is structured in technique while taking many shapes and forms. It can be performed to a vast variety of music styles from Broadway to pop. Our jazz classes range from 30-45 minutes in length.
Tap
Tap (for ages 5+) is an exciting dance style that is fun to watch and hear. It’s a great way to increase the coordination and develop musicality. Tap classes range from 30-45 minutes in length. We also offer an adult tap class that is great for beginners and adults with some experience.
Acro
Acro Dance (Levels 1-5, for age 7+) is a fusion of the artistic movement of dance and the athleticism of acrobatics. It focuses on the fundamental elements of strength, flexibility, balancing, limbering, and tumbling. All dancers entering a level two acro class or higher must be evaluated by the instructor for safe and proper placement. Levels 1-3 are 45 minutes and levels 4 & 5 are 1 hour.
Dance Cirque
Dance Cirque (for ages 7+) class follows the Dance Cirque and Aerial Acrobatics syllabuses and will include lessons in aerial silks, lyra, aerial hammock, hula hoops, juggling, and more to come. Dance Cirque is a 45 minute class currently split into two levels.
Musical Theater
Musical Theater (for ages 7+) is a fun energetic class that combines jazz technique with other genres of dance to create a "Broadway" style of dance. Musical Theater will be a combination of original and sometimes zany choreography; often combining ballet, jazz, tap and modern dance. Music of all genres will be used and interpreted providing a truly theatrical experience. Be ready to have some fun! This class is a great workshop for students wishing to develop their musical theatre skills for fun and self expression. Musical Theater is a 45 minute class.
Performance Team
Performance Team (for ages 5+) is a class for dancers who love to be on stage. It gives dancers extra opportunities to perform in our various productions throughout the year. Performance team is taken in addition to one of the following classes: Ballet, Jazz, or Lyrical. Performance team operates in two sessions (Aug-Dec & Jan-May), you can sign up for one or both sessions. Talk to a studio director for class times and placement.