Class Descriptions
Pre-Ballet I (2-5 year olds)
Pre-Ballet I, for children ages 2 - 5, awaken the children to music and dance, coordination, and spatial/motor skills. Gentle guidance helps the beginner develop rhythm, enhances academic learning, cooperation, playful creative dance, and basic ballet skills. The classes offer an atmosphere of fun within discipline so the children can gain a sense of accomplishment as well as exploring their love of dance and music.
Pre-Ballet II (4-6 year olds)
This program is a prelude to formal ballet instruction and further introduces children to music and movement through a structured progression that stresses creativity and group interaction. An excellent and fun introduction to classical ballet and fine arts, Pre-Ballet II introduced at a time when fine and gross motor skills are becoming more refined. By introducing students to the basic shapes, positions, postures and traditions of classical ballet, the Pre-Ballet II curriculum enhances both cognitive and physical development at this important time.
Ballet I (7-9 year olds)
Beginner ballet technique. Open to continuing Pre-Ballet II students and new students to Beachfront. Previous formal training recommended but not required.
Ballet 1X (9-10 year olds)
Advanced-beginner ballet technique. Open to continuing Ballet 1 students and new students through class audition. 1 full year of classical ballet training (not including Pre-Ballet levels) required.
Ballet 2 (10-12 years olds)
Beginner-Intermediate ballet technique; including pointe preparation. Open to continuing Ballet 1X students and new students through class audition. 2 full years of classical ballet training (not including Pre-Ballet levels) required. Workshops and summer intensive are strongly recommended.
Ballet 2X (11-12 year olds)
Advanced-Intermediate ballet technique including beginning pointe work. Open to continuing Ballet 2 students and new students through class audition. 2-3 full years of classical ballet training (not including Pre-Ballet levels) required. Workshops and summer intensive are strongly recommended.
Ballet 3 (12-13 year olds)
Preparatory pre-professional ballet technique and advanced-beginner pointe work. Open to continuing Ballet 2X students and new students through class audition. 3-4 full years of classical ballet training (not including Pre-Ballet levels) required. Workshops and summer intensive are strongly recommended.
Ballet 3X (13-14 year olds)
Preparatory pre-professional ballet technique and Intermediate pointe work. Open to continuing Ballet 3 students and new students through class audition. 3-6 full years of classical ballet training (not including Pre-Ballet levels) required. Workshops and summer intensive are strongly recommended. Mature dancers may explore student teaching at this level.
Ballet 4 (14-15 year olds)
Pre-Professional ballet technique and Advanced-Intermediate pointe work. Open to continuing Ballet 3X students and new students through class audition. 5-7 full years of classical ballet training (not including Pre-Ballet levels) required. Workshops and summer intensive are required to reach either a professional and/or collegiate dance career. Mature dancers may explore student teaching at this level.
Ballet 5 (15-18 year olds)
Pre-Professional ballet technique, partnering, advanced pointe work. Open to continuing Ballet 4 students and new students through class audition. 6-8 full years of classical ballet training (not including Pre-Ballet levels) required. Workshops and summer intensive are required to reach either a professional and/or collegiate dance career. Mature dancers may explore student teaching at this level.
Jazz Dance (Must be at least 7 years old)
Isolations, floor work, combinations, across the floor; the Giordano Technique is the primarily method taught. Broadway jazz styles are also incorporated. Dancers learn choreography from Fosse, Robbins, and Bennet. (We have three levels Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced)
Modern Dance (Must be at least 7 years old)
This style explores one’s relationship to the floor with and range of motion. Increase flexibility using different tempos, isolations, shapes, expressions, and improvisation. Dancers learn technique from Graham, Cunningham, and Limon. (We have two levels Beginner and Intermediate/Advanced)
Tap Dance (Must be at least 7 years old)
Rhythm and sound are explored using tap using tap shoes. (We have two levels Beginner and Intermediate/Advanced)
Hip-Hop (Must be at least 7 years old)
Urban, street dance mixed with popular music. Break dancing also introduced.
Praise Dance (Must be at least 7 years old)
Christian Worship Dance. Dancers have class devotions and learn dances that they can do as a part of their church’s worship service.
Lyrical/Contemporary Dance (Must be at least 7 years old)
Fusing the stylized and seamless movements of jazz with the elegance and grace of ballet.
Tumbling (Must be at least 6 years old)
Dancers learn gymnastics movement without the use of apparatus. Dancers learn forward and backwards rolls, front and back walk overs, front and back handsprings, back tucks, etc.
Pilates (Teen and Adults)
Shape your body with this popular Pilates based class. This class emphasizes the connection of breath to every movement and combines the traditional and evolving movement forms to produce a challenging workout that promotes balanced muscular groups and self confidence. Reshapes and elongates the body. Bring a mat.
Belly Dance (Teens and Adults)
Egyptian-style raqs sharqi (translated dance of the orient in Arabic) is based on Baladi, a folk style of dance from the Arab Tribes who settled in Upper Egypt. Dancers learn belly rolls, undulations, snake arms, hip shimmy, shoulder shimmy, figure eights, camel step, hip drops, etc.
Class Attire
Girls are required to tie or pin back their hair away from the face.All ballet class students must wear black leotards, pink tights and pink shoes
All jazz and Tap students must wear black leotards, black jazz or tap shoes and jazz pants.
All Modern students must wear black leotards And jazz pants.
All male dancers must wear white T-shirts Black ballet shoes and black sweat pants.
If a dancer is not in proper attire, the dancer will be asked to sit and watch class. Not having the proper attire can cause injury, and observing is another form of learning.
4 THINGS EVERY PARENT SHOULD ASK BEFORE CHOOSING A DANCE SCHOOL
Most dance schools/studios are very similar. They offer friendly teacher, a variety of classes, and a show at the end of the year. Does it really matter which studio you decide to attend? Yes!!There are 4 points that can make a difference in the quality of instruction each dancer receives, the amount of opportunities available to each dancer, and the overall enjoyment and satisfaction of being involved in a dance Program. Here are 4 things that every parent should consider before deciding on a dance school/studio for their child.
WHAT IS THE SIZE OF THE CLASS
If the class has fewer students in it, each child will receive more personalized attention, learn more and have more fun. With younger dancers it is easier for a teacher to maintain control over the class and make sure each student understands the concept are being missed.WHAT TYPE OF DANCE FLOOR IS USED?
A vinyl composite "Marley" floor is accepted worldwide as the best surface layer for recreational and professional dnce. Beachfront Dance School’s marley floor allows dancers to slide with a degree of controlled slip, but is not slippery so there is less risk of slips and falls.CAN I GET IMMEDIATE ASSISTANCE AND CUSTOMER SERVICE
In many schools/studios the teacher of studio owner conducts classes and does the administration. By trying to do two jobs at once the class may suffer, as the teacher has to use class time for customer service issues, or the school my have not customer service available if the teacher is in class. To have a good experience it is important to choose a studio that can assist you with details like costumes or schedules, even if a teacher is occupied in a class. Our studio has office staff on hand during all regular class times, so you can get immediate assistance.ARE THERE PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE?
Beachfront Dance School offers all dancers an opportunity to perform and show case what they've learned at our Spring Performance and sometimes Christmas Show. There are also opportunities to perform at local events and NBA games. Additional performance opportunities are also available through Beachfront's Studio Company.
