Divine Rhythms Dance

Class Descriptions and Attire Requirements

Intro to Dance: This 45-minute dance class is designed for our youngest students (2-3 yrs.)! Little dancers love to move and pretend; we utilize these natural tendencies to gently introduce them to the dance world. Students will learn how to work in their own body space, wait their turn, and to respect the studio and the teacher. Classes include stretching, use of props, and basic beginner ballet taught with a creative approach and lots of imagery. Welcome to dance class! Attire: Pink leotard, pink tights and pink ballet slippers. Hair must be secured back away from face.

Creative Combo: This one-hour ballet/tap combo is geared for children in the 3-4 yr. age group, this class includes a short warm-up, gentle stretching, taking turns across the floor, creative movement, and development of balance, rhythm and motor skills. These are skills that will prepare them for future dance classes in any discipline from ballet to hip-hop. We make learning fun by using props like scarves, bean bags, and instruments to keep the children engaged and active. Attire: Pink leotard, pink tights, pink ballet slippers and black patent tap shoes. Hair must be secured back away from face.

N.Y.K: Our Next Year Kindergarten class was created for student’s in pre-school who will be attending kindergarten the following September. Students will begin training in various forms of dance, learning basic to beginner steps from each technique. Parents will be given updates and evaluations from the instructor, and be provided with insight into the best dance placement for your child next year. This exciting program guides our students and parents through the world of dance, while preparing them for the expectations of their upcoming kindergarten classes. Attire: Black leotard, pink tights, pink ballet slippers and black patent tap shoes. Hair must be secured back away from face.

Ballet: As "the foundation for all dance forms" ballet serves as an excellent opportunity to enhance the students individual qualities, raise their technical level and foster their sense of artistry and grace. Emphasis is placed on understanding proper placement, coordination, musicality and the joy of moving the body through space. Beginner, intermediate and advanced placement is available. Attire: Black leotard, pink tights and pink ballet slippers. Hair must be secured in a bun. 

Pointe: By invitation only. This class is designed for students who already understand and are able to execute a wide range of ballet vocabulary. Class begins at the barre and moves to center floor, where movement phrases are aimed to develop balance and coordination. Emphasis is placed on proper alignment, correct direction of all movements, musicality and movement and transitions. Students must be at least 13 years of age to be considered for pointe work. Students must also be registered in a ballet class in order to participate in pointe classes. Attire: Black leotard, pink tights, pointe shoes, and ballet slippers. Hair must be secured in a bun.

Tap: A brisk and vibrant way for students to develop strong musical sounds as well as ease of motion. Rhythm tap vocabulary is developed using exercises which emphasize clean sounds and musicality. The class includes some straight rhythm work as well as combinations ranging in styles from Broadway to improvisation. Tap is designed to strengthen the student's technique as well as rhythm. Students will have the opportunity to work on their listening skills as well as strengthening their tap sounds and quality. Beginner, intermediate and advanced placement is offered. Attire: Black dance attire and tap shoes. Hair must be secured back away from face.

Jazz: A rhythmic and dynamic style that enhances a student’s grace, style and attitude. Focus is on breaking down turns, leaps, placement, connecting movement so it flows and building a dance vocabulary. Class begins with a comprehensive warm-up focusing on strength and technique. Floor-work emphasizes stretching and conditioning. Choreography is both expressive and vigorous. Combinations are always fun, challenging and diverse. Jazz is a great supplement to any hip-hop or ballet class. Beginner, intermediate and advanced placement is available. Attire: Black fitted dance clothes, character shoes (intermediate/advanced level), jazz shoes, and knee pads. Hair must be secured back away from face.

Lyrical: This class consists of training the body as an instrument of artistic expression. Emphasis is on development of flexibility, strength, coordination and awareness of the principles of motion. The study of dance as an art form is explored within the lyrical class. Students will learn to feel the choreography rather than simply execute the movements. This is a great companion to any jazz or ballet class. Beginner, intermediate and advanced placement is available. Attire: Black fitted dance clothes, dance paws. Hair must be secured back away from face.

Broadway Jazz: This one-hour class includes lyrics for songs, staging, entrances and exits, props and costuming. This class is a great way to enjoy another style of jazz while we re-create scenes from some of our favorite Broadway shows. Children will receive copies of show tunes and lyrics to bring home for practice as they will become more and more familiar with stage performances of the past and the present. Attire: Black fitted dance clothes, black character shoes (no taps). Hair must be secured back away from face.

Hip-Hop: This class allows the student to develop the physical strength and pure attitude of a true hip-hop dancer. Warm-up focuses on strength, stretch and isolations. These high-energy classes include a variety of techniques, including: poppin', lockin’, house, freestyle, and street moves.  This class is a necessity for any dancer who dreams of being on tour with their favorite recording artist! Beginner, intermediate and advanced levels are offered. Attire: NO STREET CLOTHES or STREET SNEAKERS. Sweatpants and shorts preferred. Sancha dance sneakers.

Competition: By invitation only. Rigorous and adrenalin pumping, this class pushes its students to meet their highest achievement. Competition classes compete in several competitions throughout the year, showcasing original choreography from its instructors. Competition entries range from tap, jazz, hip-hop, ballet and lyrical. All classes emphasize technique and strength. Warm-up includes breaking down turns, leaps, placement and musicality. This class is for the serious dancer only! Junior and senior placement is available. All students in competition classes must be registered in ballet and or lyrical, jazz and hip hop.