All dancers participating in a summer dance camp or intensive will perform this summer August 9th 6:00 PM Lewiston Middle School! https://www.facebook.com/thedancecenterla/videos/461377649570807
Looking for our Fall 2022-2023 schedule? It can be found here.
Summer classes run for 6 weeks from June 18th through July 25th, 2024.
For summer tuition rates, click here.
No classes on July 4th, make-up date Thursday, August 1st.
Summer Dance Camp information, please click here
Summer Dance Intensive information, please click here
Click each heading below for a description of each class.
Intro to Dance: 2-5 years
Our Intro to Dance levels include ballet, jazz, tap, and modern dance technique appropriate to the child’s age and level. The program introduces children to rhythm, choreography, stretching and strengthening. A great deal of emphasis is placed on enjoyment of the art of dance while maintaining the discipline required for any artistic endeavor. Attire: Girls – Leotard, skirt or fitted shorts, split sole canvas pink ballet slippers. Attire: Boys – White fitted shirt, black tights or stretchy pants, black ballet slippers
intro to technique: ballet, hip hop & tap
In this level students begin to build a strong foundation in technique. Each class will consist of a Ballet Barre, Ballet Centre, Hip Hop, and finishing with Tap. In addition to the variety of Dance Techniques they will learn, this level will also focus on core elements of strengthening and flexibility, dance conditioning, musicality, character dance, ballet positions, proper ballet alignment, and dance etiquette delivered in a fun and inviting environment. *Tap shoes are optional and not required to participate in the class
Ballet/Pointe Technique
Ballet classes are designed to expose students to the disciplined beauty of classical ballet. Proper body alignment as well as strengthening and stretching are emphasized. We use an Americanized ballet curriculum focused on the well-being and artistry of the individual dancer, drawing from the best of the Russian, French, and Italian traditions. Attire: Girls – Leotard, skirt, fitted shorts, black or pink tights, split-sole pink canvas slippers. Attire: Boys – White Fitted Shirt, black tights, black canvas ballet slippers. Students must have permission from staff and studio before going on pointe
Pilates
Pilates / Progressing Ballet Technique is a form of exercise specifically created to benefit a ballet dancer and come along aside their technical trianing. The combination of conditioning, stretching and creating awareness of the body improves technique, flexibility and posture as well as elongating lines and muscles to create a more sculptured physique.
Modern
Modern classes build strength and flexibility through experimentation with the full range of movement possibilities. Techniques from the traditions of Graham, Humphrey, Horton, Limón, and others build upon a foundation of ballet technique. Students are encouraged to develop an individual style driven by their experiences and specific to each dancer’s body. Attire: Girls – Leotard, leggings, bare feet, ballet slippers, or suede jazz shoes. Attire: Boys – Fitted Shirt, stretchy pants, bare feet, ballet slippers or jazz shoes
Hip-Hop
Hip Hop classes build stamina, strength, and flexibility while moving to high energy music. Skills including crew style movement, body isolations, popping, and a great sense of rhythm will be put into practice each class. Attire: T-shirt, leggings or fitted shorts, and clean sneakers not worn outside