Level placement is decided by instructors and is based on several factors including age, maturity, and experience.
Levels
Twinkle Buddies - Children 18 months through 2.5 will dance alongside a parent, relative, or caregiver and will engage in a variety of music and movement activities together. This class is great for a young child who is not ready yet for a teach/student class setting. Adult “buddies” will be expected to move/dance along their little. This is a non-performing introduction to dance class.
Twinkle Babies - Children ages 2-3 will love this teacher/student age-appropriate 30-minute class containing ballet and creative movement. Dancers will learn basic steps and terminology in these styles while gaining confidence and creativity within a positive environment. This is a non-performing introduction to dance class.
Twinkle Stars - Children ages 3-6 will love this program which teaches jazz, tap, ballet, and creative movement. Children are placed by age and learn a curriculum that will get them ready for the next level. Dancers will use their "Twinkle Bear" and class props like hula hoops, scarves, and magic wands to help foster their dance technique. Dancers will have two performances a year December and June.
Show Stars (Mini & JR. Levels) - Students continue to develop their technique and begin to prepare for upper-level classes in that genre. Dancers are placed according to their age and prior dance experience.
SR. (Levels I-III) - Students in Middle/High School learn basic to advanced dance techniques in that genre. Upper levels offer a challenging curriculum to serve dedicated dancers seeking an in-depth experience or interest in pursuing dance and theatre professionally. So levels/classes do require director approval to join. Dancers will spend at least 2-3 years in each level before moving “up”.
Genres
Ballet - A form of classical dance, usually graceful and precise, that uses formal steps to create expression.
Jazz - Dance that is usually upbeat and characterized by rhythms and a number of different styles.
Tap - Rhythms are made with the feet using special shoes with taps on the toes and heels.
Contemporary/Modern - Drawing from all dance techniques, contemporary is mostly expressive and dynamic and challenges the limitations of other types of dance.
Hip Hop - An energetic style of dance that is rhythmic and free and often uses quick, sharp movement.
Acro - A style of dance that combines classical dance technique with precision acrobatic elements.
Drama- Students will receive instruction in character dance and acting. Improvisation and theatre games will be utilized to improve acting technique.
(Top Hats & Tails) Boys Combo Class - Students will learn Tap, Jazz and Hip Hop throughout the year.
Conditioning - Through a series of strengthening and stretching exercises, students will improve overall body strength, tone, and flexibility.
Musical Theater/Theater Jazz/Creative Movement - This class concentrates on character dancing from famous Broadway musicals. Students will use improvisation and theater games to explore the world of acting and movement.
Private Lessons - One on one training is available in all genres. Time available dependent on teacher/studio availability. Please contact the director for pricing and details.
Adult Classes- Dust off those dance shoes or try something new! All adult classes can be combine with child classes for studio multi-class discount!