(Ages 1.5-2)

These tiny dancers will learn the basics of Ballet alongside their moms. The majority of the class time will be focused on introducing them to a classroom setting, simple instructions, and skills. The instructor will hone in on key developmental topics such as: colors, numbers/counting, memorization games, and much more. This class will not have a dance to perform at this time.

(Ages 3 - 4.5)

Students will be introduced to simple Ballet movement through the use of imagery and creativity, while also beginning the journey of learning how to follow instructions in a group setting. This is paired with an Intro to Acro class in which they will learn and practice the fundamentals of Acro skills. Students will learn a simple ballet dance to perform in our end-of-season performance.

(Ages 4.5 - 5)

This class continues to use creative imagery and play to lay early foundations for musicality and ballet technique, as well as furthering growth in following instructions in a group setting. Students will learn how to execute simple ballet movements. This is paired with an Intro to Acro class in which they will learn and practice the fundamentals of Acro skills. Students will learn a simple ballet dance to perform in our end-of-season performance.

(Approximately ages 6 - 7)

This class begins to lay further foundations for proper ballet technique, introducing proper alignment and positioning in both upper and lower bodies. Students will begin to gain a sense of accomplishment and joy in learning as they grow in their skills and learn their dance to perform in our end-of-season performance.

(Approximately ages 8 - 9)

Dancers in this class will begin more challenging ballet conditioning, with emphasis on proper fundamental ballet technique as they start to learn more challenging steps. Students will learn a dance to perform in our end-of-season performance.

(Approximately ages 10+)

Dancers in this class will gain a strong base for technique by learning more about how their muscles and alignment can help them control their movements. They will be challenged with musicality and memorization of level-appropriate exercises. This level will also introduce a greater use of the entire body while dancing, using the head, arms, and legs simultaneously. Students will learn a dance to perform in our end-of-season performance.

Approximately ages 10+ *by instructor’s approval only*

Dancers in this level will have multiple ballet classes per week (2 per week required, 3 per week encouraged). There will be a greater expectation and emphasis on maintaining technique through entire movements and a greater ability to memorize class exercises. Conditioning & strengthening will increase as students begin to learn more difficult movements and are challenged & equipped to attain an increased range of flexibility. Dancers will enjoy the new challenges this level brings, and will learn a dance to perform in our end-of-season performance.

• Ballet 2/Flex-Class

• This class will typically be a ballet technique class, however we will also use this hour as “flex” hour for when extra rehearsal time is needed, extra conditioning, or even Bible study/worship time at the instructor’s discretion.

(For dancers ages 10+ who are also enrolled in Ballet 1)

Students will begin to advance into a bit more in-depth contemporary technique within their center warm-up, across the floor exercises, floor work, and guided improvisation/worship. Students will begin to use more abstract concepts to inform their movement, will be encouraged to utilize greater force in their contract & release movements, and there will be a strong emphasis on dance as worship. Students will learn a dance to perform in our end-of-season performance.

(For dancers enrolled in Ballet 2)

There will be a greater expectation and emphasis on maintaining proper technique while executing more difficult contemporary movements. Classes will include a center warm-up, across the floor exercises, floor work, and guided improvisation/worship, and quicker choreography. Students will be expected to exude more emotion within their movement, stretching the boundaries of their movement, and exploring more elements of their movement such as speed & directional changes, more jumps & turns, fall & recovery, etc. A heart of worship will be essential to carrying out the vision and style of the dances learned for our end-of-season performance. Dancers in Contemporary 2 will likely have more than 1 contemporary dance, and may also have other opportunities to perform their pieces other than just our end-of-season performance.

(Ages 6-9 for Acro 1A ——— Ages 8+ for Acro 1B)

Students will be introduced to more in depth conditioning and stretching exercises. They will advance to more challenging tumbling skills and elaborate choreography, that may include stunts and more advanced dance movements. Students will learn a dance to perform in our end-of-season performance.

*Instructor’s Approval Needed*

This class is our highest level of Acro. As stated above, this level requires instructor’s approval. This level is typically for those who have been in Acro for several years and/or have had previous experience in Acro/Gymnastics/Dance. It is not required, yet recommended that students that’re enrolled in Acro 2 take Ballet. Fundamentals are very important and play a huge part in Acro, considering the fact that dance movements, musicality, and choreography is frequently incorporated. Students will learn a dance to perform in our end-of-season performance.

This class is for adults (18+), and past experience is not required. Dancers will get a good work-out while also learning/reviewing Ballet basics, and will also have an opportunity to explore dance as worship. The environment will be fun, encouraging, challenging, & rewarding! This class will NOT have a dance in the end-of-season performance, however there may be opportunities for dancers who want to perform to be a part of our performances!

At New Day Dance Academy, we offer Private/Semi-Private lessons for all style/levels. This is for anyone looking for more class time, one-on-one attention, and improvement. If you are interested, please contact us!