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Please read more about our class offerings below.  If you have questions on registration, scheduling, or class availability, contact us!

Dance

Mommy-n-Me Class

Offered for children 18 months to 2.5 years of age and their caregiver.  The class is an exciting opportunity for your child to explore and learn about the wonderful world of ballet and tumbling. We combine creative movement with beginning ballet skills and terminology, along with fun obstacle courses and beginning tumbling skills.  The class is great for socialization and listening skills all while gaining trust in a new teacher, being supported by a caregiver!

  • 18 months – 2.5 Year Old Classes = 45 minute class focusing on Ballet and Tumbling
Mommy n Me Class

Combination Classes

Offered for students 2-8 years of age, teaching the fundamentals of Ballet, Tap and Tumbling or Jazz all in one class. Dancers will learn and master the basic elements and terminology of each style of dance in addition to Music Movement, Rhythm, Coordination, Motor Skills and Fitness. We are proud to offer a 10-12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio for all combination classes! 

  • 2-3 Year Old Classes = 45 minute class focusing on Ballet, Tap and Tumbling
  • 2-4 Year Old Classes = 45 minute class focusing on Ballet, Tap and Tumbling
  • 3-5 Year Old Classes = 45 minute class focusing on Ballet, Tap and Tumbling
  • 4-6 Year Old Classes = 45 minute class focusing on Ballet, Tap and Jazz
  • 5-7 Year Old Classes = 45 minute or 1 hour class focusing on Ballet, Tap and Jazz
  • 6-8 Year Old Classes = 45 minute or 1 hour class focusing on Ballet, Tap and Jazz
Combination Classes

Ballet

The basis of all dance forms. The basic technique consists of a strict code of rules regarding posture and movement based on French, Italian and Russian Schooling.

  • 7-9 Year Old Classes = 45 minute class arranged by level:
    • Beginning (0-1 year of ballet training)
    • Intermediate (1-2 years of ballet training)
  • 8-10 Year Old Classes = 45 minute class arranged by level:
    • Advanced (3+ years of ballet training)
  • 10-13 Year Old Classes = 45 minute class arranged by level:
    • Beginning/Intermediate (0-2 years of ballet training)
  • 11-13 Year Old Classes = 45 minute class arranged by level:
    • Intermediate/Advanced (3+ years of ballet training)
  • 13-18 Year Old Classes = 1 hour class for dancers with 2 years of previous ballet experience
  • Adult (18+) Classes = 1 hour class for dancers of all levels
  • Competitive Level Ballet Classes are by audition placement ONLY!

We also offer Pre-Pointe and Pointe—an advancement of ballet technique in which a ballet dancer supports all body weight on the tips of fully extended feet. Placement is offered by instructor referral to dancers 12 years of age and older, taking a weekly ballet class at Premiere Dance Center.  Must have 4 or more consecutive years of ballet training to be evaluated.

Ballet Classes

Tap

A rhythmic combination of sounds using the toes and heels, wearing shoes fitted with metal taps.

  • 7-9 Year Old Classes = 45 minute class arranged by level:
    • Beginning (0-1 year of tap training)
    • Intermediate (1-2 years of tap training)
  • 7-10 Year Old Classes = 45 minute class arranged by level:
    • Intermediate/Advanced (2+ years of tap training)
  • 10-16 Year Old Classes = 45 minute class arranged by level:
    • Beginning/Intermediate (0-2 years of tap training)
  • 11-18 Year Old Classes = 45 minute class arranged by level:
    • Intermediate/Advanced (3+ years of tap training)
  • Adult (18+) Classes = 45 minute class for dancers of all levels
  • Competitive Level Tap Classes are by audition placement ONLY!
Tap Classes

Jazz

A living art form, influenced by cultural trends, technique and personalities. Emphasis is placed on isolations, style, technique, music and athleticism.

  • 7-9 Year Old Classes = 45 minute class arranged by level:
    • Beginning (0-1 year of jazz training)
    • Intermediate (1-2 years of jazz training)
  • 8-10 Year Old Classes = 45 minute class arranged by level:
    • Advanced (3+ years of jazz training)
  • 10-13 Year Old Classes = 45 minute class or 1 hour class arranged by level:
    • Beginning/Intermediate (0-2 years of jazz training)
  • 11-18 Year Old Classes = 1 hour class arranged by level:
    • Intermediate/Advanced (2+ years of jazz training)
  • Competitive Level Jazz Classes are by audition placement ONLY!
Jazz Classes

Hip Hop

A dance form based on isolations, funk based movement and high energy grooves. 

  • 4-6 Year Old Classes = 45 minute class for dancers of all levels
  • 5-7 Year Old Classes = 45 minute class for dancers of all levels
  • 6-8 Year Old Classes = 45 minute class for dancers of all levels
  • 7-9 Year Old Classes = 45 minute class for dancers of all levels
  • 8-10 Year Old Classes = 45 minute class for dancers with 0-2 years of hip hop training
  • 8-12 Year Old Intermediate/Advanced Classes = 45 minute class for dancers with 2+ years of hip hop training
  • 10-12 Year Old Classes = 1 hour class for dancers with 0-2 years of hip hop training
  • 13-18 Year Old Classes = 1 hour class for dancers of all levels
  • Adult (18+) Classes = 45 minute class for dancers of all levels
  • Competitive Level Hip Hop Classes are by audition placement ONLY!
Hip Hop Classes

Musical Theatre

This class focuses on the essentials of musical theatre, perfect for those who are interested in exploring the magic of Broadway musicals.  Students will explore the foundational skills necessary to perform musical theatre through singing, dancing, stage movement, and acting, all while gaining self-confidence and coordination. 

  • 6-9 Year Old Classes = 45 minute class for students of all levels
  • 10-13 Year Old Classes = 1 hour class for students of all levels
Musical Theatre Classes

Contemporary

An advanced combination of creative discovery, modern dance, ballet technique and jazz movement.

  • 10-12 Year Old Classes = 45 minute class arranged by level:
    • Intermediate/Advanced (3+ years of contemporary, jazz, or ballet training)
  • 10-13 Year Old Classes = 45 minute class arranged by level:
    • Beginning/Intermediate (0-2 years of contemporary, jazz, or ballet training)
  • 13-18 Year Old Classes = 1 hour class for dancers with 2+ years ballet, jazz, or contemporary experience
  • Competitive Level Contemporary Classes are by audition placement ONLY!
Contemporary Classes

Stretch & Strengthen

A perfect combination of flexibility and conditioning to aide and assist dancers in gaining full body strength and flexibility necessary for all dance styles. Pairs perfectly with Turns and Progressions.

  • 8-10 Year Old Classes = 45 minute class for dancers with at least 1 year of dance experience
  • 11-13 Year Old Classes = 1 hour class for dancers with at least 1 year of dance experience
  • 14-18 Year Old Classes = 1 hour class for dancers with at least 1 year of dance experience
Stretch & Strengthen Classes

Turns & Progressions

Based on Ballet and Jazz technique, focus is put on technical skills consisting of pirouettes, leaps and jumps. Pairs perfectly with Stretch and Strengthen.

  • 8-10 Year Old Classes = 1 hour class for dancers with at least 2 years of jazz or ballet training
  • 11-13 Year Old Classes = 1 hour class for dancers with at least 2 years of jazz or ballet training
  • 14-18 Year Old Classes = 1 hour class for dancers with at least 2 years of jazz or ballet training
Turn & Progressions Classes

Technique

Focuses on ballet and jazz techniques, with a concentration on pirouettes, leaps, jumps, and kicks.

  • 11-13 Year Old Classes = 1 hour class for dancers with at least 2 year of Jazz training. Class focus on Drill team technique.
  • 14-18 Year Old Classes = 1 hour class for dancers with at least 2 years of Jazz training.  Class focus on Drill team technique
  • Competitive Level Technique Classes are by audition placement ONLY!
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Tumbling For Dancers

Focuses on strengthening and conditioning for tumbling skills commonly used in dance, such as aerials, front aerials, back handsprings, etc. Classes are available by level beginning at age 4.

  • 4-5 Year Old Classes = 45 minute class for tumblers with 0-2 years of tumbling training 
  • 4-6 Year Old Classes = 45 minute class for tumblers with 0-2 years of tumbling training 
  • 6-7 Year Old Classes = 45 minute class for tumblers with 0-3 years of tumbling training 
  • 6-8 Year Old Classes = 45 minute class for tumblers with 0-3 years of tumbling training 
  • 7-11 Year Old Beginning/Intermediate Classes = 45 minute class for tumblers with 0-3 years of tumbling training
  • 7-11 Year Old Intermediate/Advanced Classes = 45 minute class for tumblers with 3+ years of tumbling training*
  • 8-9 Year Old Beginning/Intermediate Classes = 45 minute class for tumblers with 0-3 years of tumbling training
  • 10-14 Year Old Beginning/Intermediate Classes = 45 minute class for tumblers with 0-3 years of tumbling training
  • 10-18 Year Old Intermediate/Advanced Classes = 45 minute class for tumblers with 3+ years of tumbling training*
  • 12-18 Year Old Beginning/Intermediate Classes = 45 minute class for tumblers with 0-3 years of tumbling training
  • 12-18 Year Old Intermediate/Advanced Classes = 45 minute class for tumblers with 3+ years of tumbling training**

*Students are required to have mastered the following skills to join this class:  Cartwheel, One-handed Cartwheel, Round-off, Handstands, & Bridge-kickover.

**Students are required to have mastered the following skills to join this class:  Cartwheel, One-handed Cartwheel, Round-off, Handstands, Back-walkover, Front-walkover, Back handspring, & Aerial.

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Private Lessons

One-on-one half hour private lessons with a qualified PDC faculty member to focus on technique and skills. Paired with group classes, private lessons are a great way to encourage growth and development to further a dancers training (group classes are not required, only encouraged). Available for dancers ages 8-18. Private lesson rates available on the Tuition & Registration page.  Email [email protected] to set-up private lessons.

*Private lessons are payable by cash or check to Premiere Dance Center, in advance.  Once lesson times and dates are arranged, 24 hours notice of cancelation is required to avoid being charged for the lesson.  Please contact the office to cancel lesson. 

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