Class Descriptions
Below find descriptions of the classes we offer for ages 3+. Listed by age group, we offer pre-ballet, ballet, contemporary, hip-hop, jazz/musical theater, tap/musical theater.
For adults, we offer a ballet and a tap class.
Classes for ages 3-6
35 mins
Offered in 6 week sessions, little ones will have fun learning ballet basics to princess and seasonally themed music. Showcase for the parents during the last class! Enroll Here
35 mins
Offered as part of our 10 month program, little ones will have fun learning ballet basics to princess and seasonally themed music. Dancers are part of our Spring Performance in May. Enroll Here
45 mins
Offered as a 14 week session or as part of our 10 month program, Pre-Ballet / Tap A is a perfect next step for those who have completed our Dancing Princess classes. Students will be introduced to Ballet and Tap basics. 14 week session includes a showcase for the parents during the last class and the 10 month program participates in our Spring Performance in May. Enroll Here
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45 mins
Budding ballerinas and danseurs will have a 45 minute ballet class. Exercises are designed to build strength and flexibility in a fun, nurturing environment. This class is offered in both 14 week and 10 month sessions. Dancers in the 10 month session participate in the Spring Performance in May. Dancers have the option to take a 20 minute tap “add on” class. Tap add on does not have a dance in the Spring Performance. Enroll Here
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Classes for ages 7-11
45 mins – 1.50 hrs
Ballet originated in the 15th Century Italian Renaissance Courts characterized by grace, poise, placement and precision of movement. Our ballet program is designed to develop, inspire, and sustain a love of ballet in every student. We have a progressive age appropriate curriculum which affords students the opportunity to develop a strong technique, discipline, creativity, artistry, musicality, and confidence. We provide a complete training program for recreational dancers as well as those aspiring to pursue a professional ballet career. Students new to DCA should contact us to see what level would be appropriate for them. Enroll Here
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Our Jazz / Musical theater classes teach students how to convey a message to the audience with their dancing. Jazz dance is a form of dance commonly used in Broadway shows and and by the Rockettes. A variety of jazz styles will be taught including Luigi, Matt Maddox, West Coast, Fosse and Giordano. Students will gain strength, flexibility and coordination through technical jazz exercises (based on ballet technique). Enroll Here
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30 – 60 mins
Our Tap / Musical theater classes teach students how to convey a message to the audience with their tapping. Tap dance uses hard soled shoes with aluminum taps screwed on the bottoms and is a rhythmic type of dance using the feet to make clicking sounds on the floor. Tap can be seen on many Broadway stages and is one the primary dance styles performed by the Rockettes. Enroll Here
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Hip-Hop is a very fun, energetic and encourages individuality! Hip-hop is based on street dance and is frequently used by “back up dancers” in concerts and on T.V. Lots of body isolations and “earthy” type movements. The music is often R & B, pop, rap or a mixture. Our music is chosen carefully. No bad language or suggestive lyrics are used. We often use Christian Hip-Hop music, music with a positive message or instrumental only. Enroll Here
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1hr
Contemporary, or Modern dance is a less defined technique that encourages creativity and individuality. Sometimes a story is told through the movement while other times the choreographer is working with an abstract idea. We provide a complete syllabus to advance students through the pre-professional level. Several of our graduates have gone on to major in dance and /or dance professionally. Although contemporary is a less restrictive style, a strong ballet foundation is needed to be successful in the technique and we recommend all Contemporary dancers take Ballet as a supplementary class. Enroll Here
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Students will learn how to worship through movement. Class begins with a Devotion and concludes with a Praise Dance Choreography Combination. Please note that this is a choreography only class that utilizes Ballet and Contemporary dance styles. Ballet and Contemporary technique is not taught in this class. Praise Dance should be viewed as a supplemental class and additional Ballet and/or Contemporary class is highly recommended. Enroll Here
The Repertory Company is open to dancers ages 7 and up. It was designed for those who absolutely love dance, want more performing opportunities beyond the annual performance and may be interested in pursuing a dance career. We perform ballet, contemporary and jazz choreography. The company performs at assisted living facilities, churches, the annual Spring performance and other community events. Annual auditions for the DCA Repertory Company are each Spring and dancers will sign a one-year contract. For more details, please CLICK HERE
Classes for ages 12+
1-1.25 hr
Ballet originated in the 15th Century Italian Renaissance Courts characterized by grace, poise, placement and precision of movement. Our ballet program is designed to develop, inspire, and sustain a love of ballet in every student. We have a progressive age appropriate curriculum which affords students the opportunity to develop a strong technique, discipline, creativity, artistry, musicality, and confidence. We provide a complete training program for recreational dancers as well as those aspiring to pursue a professional ballet career. Students new to DCA should contact us to see what level would be appropriate for them. Enroll Here
Click here to see an example of ballet choreography
1hr
Our Tap / Musical theater classes teach students how to convey a message to the audience with their tapping. Tap dance uses hard soled shoes with aluminum taps screwed on the bottoms and is a rhythmic type of dance using the feet to make clicking sounds on the floor. Tap can be seen on many Broadway stages and is one the primary dance styles performed by the Rockettes. Enroll Here
Click here to see an example of tap choreography
1hr
Our Jazz / Musical theater classes teach students how to convey a message to the audience with their dancing. Jazz dance is a form of dance commonly used in Broadway shows and and by the Rockettes. A variety of jazz styles will be taught including Luigi, Matt Maddox, West Coast, Fosse and Giordano. Students will gain strength, flexibility and coordination through technical jazz exercises (based on ballet technique). Enroll Here
Click here to see an example of jazz choreography
1hr
Hip-Hop is a very fun, energetic and encourages individuality! Hip-hop is based on street dance and is frequently used by “back up dancers” in concerts and on T.V. Lots of body isolations and “earthy” type movements. The music is often R & B, pop, rap or a mixture. Our music is chosen carefully. No bad language or suggestive lyrics are used. Enroll Here
Click here to see an example of hip hop choreography
1-1.25 hrs
Contemporary, or Modern dance is a less defined technique that encourages creativity and individuality. Sometimes a story is told through the movement while other times the choreographer is working with an abstract idea. We provide a complete syllabus to advance students through the pre-professional level. Several of our graduates have gone on to major in dance and /or dance professionally. Although contemporary is a less restrictive style, a strong ballet foundation is needed to be successful in the technique. Enroll Here
Click here to see an example of contemporary choreography
The Performing Company is open to dancers ages 7 and up. It was designed for those who absolutely love dance, want more performing opportunities beyond the annual performance and may be interested in pursuing a dance career. The company performs at assisted living facilities, churches, the annual Spring performance and other community events. Annual auditions for the DCA Repertory Company are each Spring and dancers will sign a one-year contract. For more details, please CLICK HERE
Classes for Adults
1hr
Our adult ballet classes are perfect for beginners or those returning to dance after a long hiatus. Ballet improves posture, strength, flexibility and grace. It’s also an excellent work out! Adult students may wear any clothing that allows for a full range of motion. Enroll Here
1hr
Our adult tap classes are a lot of fun! Beginning Tap is designed for beginners or those returning to dance after taking a long hiatus. Intermediate Tap is designed for those with previous experience. Tap dance improves overall fitness and is a great mental work out as well! Adult students may wear any clothing that allows for a full range of motion. Enroll Here