Styles of Dance

 

              Preschool Dance (2 - 4 years)

 Ready to introduce your child to the joy of dance?
Preschoolers are full of energy, imagination, & curiosity. Preschool Dance channels   that excitement into a fun, enriching experience that supports development & introduces   young children to dance through imaginative play, games, props, & interactive music   created & chosen especially for those in the class.

 Preschool classes provide a solid foundation for future dance training.

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  Ballet​

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 Ballet is a style of timeless elegance & artistic expression that

 has captivated audiences for generations. Baller incorporates highly structured

 steps & movements that create a graceful flow with precision, strength, & poise.

 Ballet is the foundation of all other genres of dance.

 Expressions Dance teaches ballet according to the Vaganova syllabus.

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  Pointe

 

 Pointe involves dancers performing ballet on the tips of their toes in specially designed   shoes. Because pointe technique requires dancers to support their full wight on extended   feet & pointed toes, dancers must exhibit strong technique & proper alignment of the feet,   ankles, & knees before progressing to pointe work. Thus dancers taking pointe must have   approval from the Directors.

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  Lyrical​

 

 Lyrical dance is a style that combines elements of ballet, jazz, acro, & modern,

 performed to music with lyrics. It focuses on expressing strong emotions &

 story telling through fluid graceful movements while interpreting the song's lyrics.

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  Contemporary​

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 Contemporary dance blends elements from various dance styles to convey

 an expression of raw, often intense emotion with abstract storytelling through

 dynamic movement. This genre explores the unpredictable changes in rhythm,

 speed, & direction, incorporating floor work, fall & recovery, & improvisation.

 Emotion is at the heart of every movement.

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   Jazz

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 Unleash creativity & enthusiasm in this high energy style!

 Jazz is all about taking strong technique & making them explode with dynamic movement   & exhibiting clean picture poses with just the right amount of sass!

 Expressions Dance follows the Adapt and Dance Labs curriculum.

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  Hip Hop 

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 Hip Hop is a high-energy style rooted in Street Dance & Urban Culture.

 It features dynamic movements like isolations, grooves, & free style elements

 performed to upbeat music. Classes focus on rhythm, musicality, personal

 expression, & performance quality while teaching foundational techniques &

 the latest trends: Breakdance, Stomp, & Pop & Lock to name a few.

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  Tap

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             Tap is all about creating music & rhythm while you dance.
             Tap uses the sounds from metal plates on the bottom of the shoes

              striking the floor to create infinite possibilities of sound & movement together.

             Expressions Dance follows the Adapt curriculum.

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  Musical Theatre

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 Step into the spotlight with our exciting theatre classes!

 Theatre is all about storytelling & making those stories come to life

 through the development of dance, movement, & expressive performance presentation.

 Students learn & develop confidence in their storytelling through fun exercises   and energetic pieces!

 Presentation developed in theatre transcends into and enhances all genres of dance   performance.

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  Acro Dance

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 Acro Dance combines classical dance technique with acrobatic elements

 to create an athletic fusion of artistry, flexibility, strength, & balance.

 Acro Dancers master the tricks of gymnastics & tumbling with artistry,   foundations of dance, & performance.

 Acro is incorporated into many of the dance styles.

 Expressions Dance teaches from the Acrobatic Arts Curriculum.

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  "Best dance studio ever! They let parents be present and your child doesn't have to be left alone.

   They are understanding and have good communication! Amazing prices and teachers.

   This is an Absolutely amazing studio."    Dance Mom

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  "My 3 daughters dance at Expressions. We fell in love with the play based preschool ballet classes, and my girls              continue to love every style of dance they attempt. The teachers are kind , great mentors, and foster a healthy dance environment.  I highly recommend this wholesome dance studio."    Dance Mom

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