Bluegrass Dance Center Modern or Creative Dance

This class introduces the world of modern dance to kids. They will have a great time learning
about how their bodies move and getting to know the different techniques of modern pioneers.
Children’s Class Style Descriptions This is an interactive class in which students find themselves creating improvisational works of
their own to incorporate into their dances.

Ballet/Hip-Hop Parent and Me (18 months-3 years)

A great pairing for your child’s dance experience, this class combines the structure of ballet and This class presents a great opportunity to introduce toddlers to socialization. This class not only
the freedom of hip-hop. The concepts and movements learned are level appropriate for young prepares them for dancing, it also prepares them for any classroom environment. Children can
growing bodies. Students will learn both ballet and hip-hop and have fun stretching their bodies expect to dance, sing, and play in these movement classes right along with mom and/or dad!
and minds while learning traveling movements, dance combinations, and increased body
control. Pre-Dance Ballet/Tap & Pre-Dance Ballet/Creative
Dance at this age is about exploration and awareness. Students will learn how to work well with
Ballet/Jazz others and self-control as the year progresses. Cognitive skills and muscular and skeletal
Taught together in a single class, the refinement of ballet and the diversity of jazz dances create development are the number one foundation for what is taught in these classes. This class offers
a well-rounded dance experience. Students will be taught correct alignment, efficient movement ballet positions, posture, grace, and age appropriate concepts and movements. Many teachers
patterning and various traditional forms of jazz and ballet through barre, center and across the incorporate creative movement; play dance, and acrobatics at this young age. Children will
floor exercises. Students will begin to learn more about each dance style and will learn explore the joys of dance, song, and more. The children will have fun while learning fundamental
appropriate techniques for their age, level, and ability. steps and terms. The teachers use a variety of aids to help capture kids attention like props,
special music, stories and more.
Ballet/Tap and Ballet/Creative
In these classes, ballet partnered along with tap or creative dance, these combination classes Urban Tap Hip-Hop
teach children the many possibilities of dance movement. Students will learn and review the This tap class is influenced by current music and dance styles. Tap dance movements paired
elements of both ballet tap and or ballet/creative. Age appropriate material will be covered based with the high energy and athleticism of Hip-hop creates a unique tap dance form. Students will
on student age and physical development. Music, theme based teaching, and utilization of props learn about musicality, timing, and coordination in this high energy dance class!
and other dance material may be used. The students exposure to varied elements paired with
weekly repetition and practice help create capable dancers that enjoy coming to dance class! Preparatory Program
The Prep Program is an invitation only comprehensive dance-training program. All students in
Ballroom & Latin Dance this program are required to study ballet, jazz and tap technique. Students must be actively
Perfect for kids who love Dancing with the Stars. This class combines the elements of dance participating in dance classes, here at Bluegrass Dance Center for at least six (6) months in
such as balance, coordination, timing and musicality but in the form of a partnership dance. order to qualify for consideration.
Students will have the opportunity to investigate the rhythms and detailed styling of both
ballroom and Latin dancing. The instructor will decide upon specific dances such as Cha Cha,
Rumba, or Waltz as the year progresses. Good manners and respecting yourself and dance
Family Tuition 2008 – 2009 Children’s Dance Program
partner are fundamental to this dance class. Partnership dancing requires self-awareness, but 45 Minutes $35 5 Hours & 15 minutes $165
also partner awareness. Team building, music, and partnering skills will be a strong component 1 Hour $44 5 Hours & 30 minutes $171
of this class. 1 Hour & 30 Minutes $60 5 Hours & 45 minutes $176
1 Hour & 45 Minutes $64 6 Hours $182
Jazz/Hip-Hop 2 Hours $77 6 Hours &15 minutes $187
A great pairing for your child’s dance experience, this class combines the flexibility, stretch and
2 Hours & 15 minutes $84 6 Hours & 30 minutes $193
softness of jazz and the freedom and athleticism of hip-hop. The concepts and movements
learned are level appropriate for young growing bodies. Students will learn both jazz and hip- 2 Hours & 30 minutes $90 6 Hours & 45 minutes $198
hop and have fun stretching their bodies and minds while learning traveling movements, dance 2 Hours & 45 minutes $97 7 Hours $203
combinations, and increased body control. 3 Hours $103 See yearly schedule for tuition payment
A well structured class that incorporates the elements of both jazz and hip-hop. Music and 3 Hours & 15 minutes $109 dates. Tuition is due on first class of the 4-
moves will focus on dance, fitness and musicality. The students will learn coordination and week session.
3 Hours & 30 minutes $110
dance movements that are age appropriate.
3 Hours & 45 minutes $121
4 Hours $128 $5 late fee applied week #2
$10 late fee applied week #3
Musical Theatre 4 Hours & 15 minutes $133 Yearly Registration Fee
This class combines classic kids musical theatre with fairytales, and newer stories, and other 4 Hours & 30 minutes $139 • Single Student $15
interesting artistic concepts. Students will increase their memorization skills, stage presence, 4 Hours & 45 minutes $144 • Family $20
basic stage direction, improvisation, roll playing, songs, stage movement and more. Dance
5 Hours $160 • Summer Participants save $5
movements that improve balance, coordination, and musicality are also a fundamental
component of this dance style.