Dance Classes

What does a typical class include?

Your 2 and 3 year olds will take the entire class in the ballet shoes, learning to interact through movement, music, listening, and cooperation in 30 minutes. I have a large assortment of music and materials to keep this age group hopping and smiling, not to mention tumbling too. 4 and 5 year olds will begin with tap steps and tap routines, and continue the class with fun ballet movement and routines, finishing with tumbling in their 45 minute class. Those 6 and older may incorporate jazz with tap and ballet in their class.

Your child will only have to come once a week to learn tap, jazz, and/or ballet. Older students desiring more focus on technique, advancement, or competition may choose to take an additional weekly class.

Will I be able to observe my childs dance lesson?

There is always room for positive, encouraging family and friends in our studio lobby. Parents of youngest children are also welcome to come in to help younger children with restroom visits if needed.

What is the typical class size?

3 & "younger" 4 year old groups are limited to between 6 and 10 students per class.  Four and five year olds average 12 students per class and often smaller.  Kindergarten and up will have 12 to no more than 18 students. We have a number of class demonstrators and assistants who will also be on hand to work with the children.

Who will be teaching my child?

I will. Because teaching is the part of my work that I most enjoy, I am there for your child. In some classes (primarily evenings,) we will also have assistants on hand. These assistants may demonstrate steps, work with children on dance combinations, and more.   We also have Tasha Kauten, a senior a UNI, on hand to fill in when needed.  In the event that I need to be absent from class an older, trained assistant, such as Tasha may teach in my place.