CLASS DESCRIPTIONS




CLASSES

Pre-Ballet

Ages 3-5

In Pre-Ballet, students will have fun exploring basic ballet positions and terminology while cultivating creativity to build self-confidence, poise and grace, and learn classroom etiquette. This class meets 1x a week.

 

Pre-Ballet II 

Ages 4-6 Pre-requisite Pre-Ballet

In Pre-Ballet II, students have taken Pre-Ballet and will continue to build on basic ballet positions and terminology while cultivating creativity to build self-confidence, poise and grace.  This class changes yearly based on those returning. This class meets 1x a week.

 

Ballet

In Ballet, students learn basic to intermediate fundamentals of ballet, furthering their education of terminology and technique and continue to practice poise, grace, and self-discipline. 

 

Ballet/Jazz Combo

In Ballet/Jazz, students will learn elements of Ballet and Jazz to build a solid foundation of beginning terminology and technique. These two dance genres, though stylistically different, complement each other by strengthening technique in each.  The use of poms will sharpen their use of their upper body to create clean and precise movements while incorporating other dance styles. We use a mix of both classical music and current upbeat music. Students will perform one dance style in our Nutcracker and the others in our Spring Show. 

 

Jazz/Hip Hop/Poms
This high-energy class introduces dancers to the exciting styles of jazz, hip hop, and poms. Students will develop coordination, flexibility, strength, and musicality while learning foundational jazz technique, including kicks, jumps, turns, and isolations. Hip hop elements add creativity and rhythm, while poms help dancers build strong upper-body awareness and sharp, precise movements. Music and choreography are always age appropriate. Students will showcase Jazz/Poms in our Nutcracker production and Hip Hop in our Spring Performance.

 

Broadway Jazz/Hip Hop
This fun and energetic class combines the performance quality of Broadway jazz with the dynamic style of hip hop. Dancers will build flexibility, coordination, strength, and confidence while learning jazz technique, expressive movement, and rhythmic hip hop combinations. Music and choreography are always age appropriate. Students are encouraged to develop their stage presence and performance skills in a supportive environment. Students will perform one dance style in our Nutcracker production and the other in our Spring Performance. 

 

Modern/Contemporary
This expressive and creative class explores movement through both modern and contemporary dance techniques. Students will develop a deeper understanding of alignment, parallel and turned-out positions, balance, and the relationship between the spine and movement. Emphasis is placed on artistic expression, musicality, improvisation, and storytelling through dance. Dancers are encouraged to explore their individuality while building strength, flexibility, and technical skills in a supportive and inspiring environment.

 

Hip Hop

This is a high energy class combining street dance with funk. Hip Hop teaches, coordination, strength, flexibility, rhythm, and endurance. Music and dance steps are age appropriate. 

 

Dance A, B, C, D (Intermediate to Advanced Dancers)

Students enrolled in Dance A, B, C, D will continue to advance their ballet knowledge while developing the strength needed for their pointe work. They are also eligible for our Performance Company & Competition

  • Dance A, B, C class meets 2x per week. One day will focus on technique and on the other day we will learn various styles of choreography after a full warm up.
  • Dance D meets 1x a week for technique plus picks any additional class on our schedule for 1st-3rd graders.
  • Dance A, B, C, D dancers are able to join our Performance Company & Competition groups.
  • Studio director/owner approval is needed to enroll. 
  • Pointe work is optional, however, if a student chooses to do pointe they must do it all season to perform on pointe. 

Dance D

Grades 1st-3rd

Ballet Technique on Thursdays & you choose any additional class within your dancers grade level. 

 

Dance C

Grades 4th-6th

Pre-Pointe/Ballet/Lyrical

We also highly recommend adding an additional Tuesday class option. 

 

Dance B

Grades 6th-8th

Pointe/Ballet/Lyrical 

We are very selective about who is ready for pointe for the dancers’ safety. We start very slowly. We also highly recommend adding an additional Tuesday class option. 

 

Dance A

Grades 9th-12th

Pointe/Ballet/Lyrical

We also highly recommend adding an additional Tuesday class option. 

 

Performance Company

If you are one of those dancers that loves to DANCE WITH YOUR HEART, please join our Performance Company! Performance Company members need to be enrolled in a Dance A, B, C, or D class. Our company creates extra opportunities for those who have a passion for dance and brings a meaningful message to the community thru the art of dance. We bring our performances to the schools, daycares, and/or nursing homes in our community. Company members can sign up for Competition. 

 

Competition

We bring group, solos, duos and trios to a dance competition in the spring. 

Must be enrolled in our Performance Company to compete.

 

PRIVATE LESSONS

Private lessons or semi-private lessons are a great way to get one on one attention with Minocqua Dance Faculty. 

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Private lessons are designed to work on a dancer's needs. Each class is uniquely individualized to fit their needs to improve technique and/or improve their confidence with choreography. 

 

Please email minocquadanceblog@gmail.com to schedule a private lesson with your instructor of choice.


SESSIONS & WORKSHOPS

My Mini & Me

Ages 18m-3yr & Caregiver

This is a fun and loving environment to encourage your child to learn and love the art of dance with the aide of your child’s caregiver. This class was designed to cultivate creativity and basic classroom etiquette and social skills (i.e. taking turns, following directions, listening and playing with others). We ignite your child's imagination with props and practice basic dance movement. No dress code.

 

 

Adult Ballet & Toning
In Adult Ballet & Toning, we will learn the basics of ballet barre, with a focus on posture & alignment, along with a section of class dedicated to dance conditioning to lengthen & strengthen, followed by 20minutes of center movement to get our heart rate moving.