NG DANCE CO.

CHOOSING THE PERFECT CLASS(ES)

Choosing the perfect class for your new dancer is sometimes confusing. All of our recreational classes are designed to give the young dancer a taste of the dance world in a fun and nurturing environment. May we make the following suggestions for the classes that would be most appropriate for your child?

AGES 2 - 4

These children are between the ages of 2 and 4 years of age. We suggest Creative Movement class which incorporates basic tumbling and dance skills in a fun environment.

AGES 5 - 6

Children who have never enrolled in a dance class do wonderfully in ballet and leaps/ turns & jazz tech combination class. These classes are designed to assist the child with gross motor skill development and to introduce them to the class environment.

AGES 5 - 12

Children with no dance experience should consider a combination classes such as ballet, leaps/ turns & jazz tech, and hip- hop.   

Children with at least one year of prior ballet and tap training may enjoy any of the classes mentioned above or they might want to try a Contemporary, Modern, or Hip Hop. Dancers who are new to the studio but who have extensive prior dance experience should call the office during office hours. We will be happy to assist you in choosing the best class(es) for your dancer.

CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

Creative Movement

Ballet for toddlers 2  to 4 years old is offered as a forty five minute class. The youngest of our students divide their class time between ballet and tumbling the first months of the program. Once gross motor skills have developed and the young student has been able to demonstrate the basic skills for early ballet training, we often introduce tap. This is a creative movement approach to early dance training developing the young dancer’s awareness of space, motor skill, and musicality.

Ballet & Leaps/ Turns

Ballet & Leaps/ Turns is offered in several level placements to dancers ages three and older. It meets on a weekly basis for one hour. We study the positions of the feet and arms. Students are taught the French terminology for the dance steps that they learn to execute. Emphasis is placed on rhythm, balance, and positive self-esteem. This is an excellent class for boys as well as girls.

NG Kids

NG kids classes are for the young dancer ages 5-10 with previous dance experience. These classes meet for one hour. Ballet, leaps/ turns and jazz are studied in these classes which feature appropriately advanced technique as a prerequisite for future performing company participation if the dancer and parent would like to investigate that path.

Jazz

Jazz is an introductory jazz technique class for the new dancer. Its high energy and upbeat music appeal to the young dancer. Basic jazz terminology and technique is introduced along with a fusion of hip hop style. Jazz classes provide  upbeat, energetic movement  with a strong emphasis on turning while gaining strength and flexibility.

Hip- Hop 

Hip Hop is offered once a week for an hour to dancers ages five and older. This class teaches popular street style dance movement using age appropriate music. It involves high energy! Beginner dancers especially enjoy this class.

Technique Levels I-V

Technique levels I-V are separate classes offered to dancers ages six and older. Individual scheduling of these classes allows for the serious young dancer to focus on one dance discipline or several throughout the term. Class level is determined by previous dance experience as well as interest and drive.

Ballet

Ballet technique is Vaganova with emphasis placed on proper body alignment. An essential barre is given to all students before they move to center floor for combinations and jumps. In the upper level classes, turns and leaps travel the students across the floor.

Modern

Modern class introduces spatial movement with an emphasis on abstract pattern, form and musicality. Students are given a floor warm up followed by progressions across the floor. Jazz and ballet students especially enjoy this method.

Contemporary/ Lyrical

Contemporary and lyrical jazz classes place a strong emphasis on utilizing jazz technique for story telling. Lyrical dance is an expressive dance form that focuses on conveying emotion through movement. Contemporary dance draws on both modern and postmodern dance as a source of inspiration.  Often dealing with social problems and the condition of human spirit, contemporary choreography…like lyrical dance…seeks to use dancers to tell a story through movement.

Vocal Technique

Voice Technique 101 is a course designed to teach you how to make your voice sound more powerful, how to use vocal technique to expand your range and expression, and how to become more confident in vocal performances. This course is a fantastic starting point for anyone wanting to make the most of their voice.

Model Prep

Whether you wish to become a professional model, or are simply seeking to develop your personal image and self-esteem, this is the course for you! Catwalk lessons cover choreographed routines, model turns and perfecting the model walk. Learn how to move, pose and be photographed to ensure the best results.