Class Descriptions for Reflections School of Dance

Class Descriptions
Mom & Me \| Creative Dance \| Pre Dance \| Ballet \| Hip Hop / Jazz \| Tap \| Cheer & Pom \| Jazz \| Teams and Company
	MOM & ME CLASS - Age 2 and early 3s with Mommy or Caretaker. Maximum participants of 8 "couples". A 30 minute class that enhances motor skills, creativity and musicality.
	CREATIVE DANCE - Fun and expressive movement for the 3 and early 4 year olds. A 30 minute class that increases rhythm, coordination and movement awareness.
	PRE DANCE- Specifically for 4 and 5 year olds, dance class experience in a fun, yet structured atmosphere preparing dancers for ballet technique. Barre work and basic terminology included.
	BALLET, PRE POINTE and POINTE - All ballet classes are set according to student's age and previous training by the teacher. All ballet classes include stretching, barre work, and center combinations set for class level. Pre Pointe: at least 2 years previous training is preferred and it is the prerequisite for any Pointe class. Teacher placement required for Pre-Pointe and Pointe.
	HIP HOP / JAZZ - Technical Jazz Technique with a funky Hip Hop mix that keeps the dancer improving quickly and thinking on her feet. All music and choreography is current, tasteful, and age appropriate.
	ADVANCED JAZZ TECHNIQUE - Previous Jazz training and teacher placement required. Jazz choreography, turns, jumps and floor work for the intermediate/advanced dancer.
	LYRICAL JAZZ - Fluid expression, using gravity pull and natural movement. This class is a fusion of Modern, Jazz and Ballet technique for the experienced dancer and the committed beginner. Bare feet.
	BROADWAY JAZZ - Teen and Adult Jazz technique with Broadway flair. Work in heeled character shoes.
	CHEER & POM - Strong movement style routines to current music preparing the dancer for cheerleading and drill teams. Open age.
	TAP BASIC and OPEN TAP- Rhythmic, fun drumming with the feet! Tap Basic is a 30 minute class for beginners and Open is for all ages working at an intermediate level.
	TEAMS and DANCE COMPANY – By Audition Only: "CERULEAN DANCE COMPANY” - A professional and training group for intermediate/advanced dancers using styles and choreography carefully selected to reflect those characteristic to the Christian lifestyle. For approx. ages 14 - 20. These students gain leadership training, performance opportunities, involvement in the creative choreographic process and the option of taking part in the Company trip & Outreach. THURSDAY JUNIOR PERFORMANCE TEAM - A spirited fast paced group of dancers passionate about what they do best. Group strengths line in Ballet, Jazz and Hip Hop. Approx. ages 10-14. The JUNIOR "FRIDAY CREW" -Funky energetic high level dancers with a Hip Hop Flair. Approx. Ages 8-12. The "Sparkettes" Jr. Performance Team Level 1. Approx. ages 6-7. OPEN 07-08 AUDITIONS - Sat Aug. 25, 2-5PM Click these documents below for more info. 1 AUDITIONS 2 AUDITIONS 3 AUDITIONS

	Teachers Instructing what classes: See Individual Instructors section for listing of each. Note: The following symbols relate to the pdf 07-08 schedule. Classes require a minimum of 7 students. Classes and times are subject to change. Ages are approximate and depend upon experience and level ability. + 90 min class, “ 30 min class, all others are 60 min classes. / Teen / Adult Beginner Ballet may come Tues 7-8pm. * Requires Teacher placement and Level Dance Experience. / # Jr. Teams require at least 1 other technique class. ** Ballet / Pointe Class require both Tues. 8-9 / Thurs. 7:30-9 and teacher placement & encouraged to take Tues 7-8. Early Registration on a 1st come basis will guarantee placement and as classes fill up we will be adding names to a waiting list for when space opens, more classes are added or you are recommended to another class. Multiple classes in various forms are encouraged for individuals to enhance training and achieve excellence. Note: “Cerulean Dance Company” meets Sun 6-9 PM twice a month. Email or call if you have any other questions.