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BALLET

Ballet I (lv. 1) ages 4-6, 5-7 Ballet students will be introduced to the theme of the day and explore this theme through ballet terminology, exercises at the barre, movement across the floor, ballet positions and ballet steps. Ballet I is for the new ballet student.

Ballet II/III (lv. 2) ages 6-9 Ballet II/III is for the continuing
ballet student. Students will deepen their movement
vocabulary while gaining technique.

Ballet IV (lv. 3) ages 7+ For the serious ballet student
interested in perfecting their technique.

Ballet/Tap (lv. 1) ages 4-6 Vocabulary and movement skills will be developed using Rhythm, Rhymes and Stories.

Pre-Pointe – ages 11-Teens [ CURRENTLY NOT OFFERED ] Must be enrolled in a ballet class at INTUIT. This class will get you stretched out and strong enough for pointe work.

CONTEMPORARY

Contemporary (Modern) Dance (lv. 1+2) ages 5-7, 8-12 Students will learn dance technique while learning about Body, Energy, Space and Time. Students will improvise and create dances. Great class for students new to INTUIT or new to dance.

Dance for Children (lv. 1) ages 2-5 These very popular level one classes are grouped according to your child’s age. The Dance for Children classes are designed to capture your child’s imagination and love of movement. They will enter the world of dance and never want to leave.

Dance Technique I, II + III (lv. 2+3) ages 7-9 Director Diane VanDerhei created the perfect curriculum for this age group. Study major theatrical dance forms (ballet, modern, jazz) in 4 week units of study. Keep it interesting while gaining technique.

HIP HOP

Boys Hip Hop (lv. 2) ages 7-12 You will learn basic rhythms and technique while you practice Hip Hop dances. Students improvise and make up their own dances as well.

Hip Hop (lv. 1+2) ages 5-7 You will learn basic rhythms and technique while you practice Hip Hop dances.

Hip Hop/Jazz (lv. 1, 2+3) ages 8-12 You will learn basic rhythms and technique while you practice Hip Hop dances. Students improvise and make up their own dances as well.

JAZZ

Contemporary Jazz (lv. 2+3) ages 8+ [ CURRENTLY NOT
OFFERED ] See Dance Technique I, II + III for a good alternative.

Jazz Funk – ages 11+ A little jazz and a whole lot of funk. Move and groove with Elisa – she is amazing.

Jazz/Hip Hop (lv. 1, 2+3) ages 8-12 A fusion class to keep the fun in dance technique.

Jazz/Tap (lv. 1+2) ages 5-7, 8-11 A combo class to keep the fun in dance technique. Children will have fun learning the elements of jazz dance while perfecting motor skills needed to develop in dance.

Little L.A. Jazz – ages 8-11 L.A. Jazz for teens and adults was so popular we added one for the little sisters!! Join us for a fun, fast learn-all-the popular-moves class.

TAP

Tap/Ballet (lv. 1) ages 4-6 Vocabulary and movement skills will be developed using Rhythm, Rhymes and Stories.

Tap/Jazz (lv. 1+2) ages 5-7, 8-11 A combo class to keep the fun in dance technique. Children will have fun learning the elements of jazz dance while perfecting motor skills needed to develop in dance.

PERFORMANCE / WORKSHOPS

Performance Workshop (lv. 2+3) ages 7-10, 10-14
This semester students will be working on the elements of how to create a dance piece. Using the collaborative approach, the students will work under director Diane VanDerhei to create an original work for the stage. Students will present their pieces:

:: May 19–20 / INTUIT Dance! Studio 1, 237 Harrison Street

:: May 31–June 1 / Open Door Theater, 902 South Ridgeland

:: June 2–3 / Julian Middle School, 416 South Ridgeland

All Children's Classes Include: A warm-up that patterns the body; introduction and exploration of the dance theme of the day; application of the theme through technical skill development, dancemaking and interpreting children’s literature; cool down and reflection.