YOUTH DANCE PROGRAM - AGES 6+
This program is designed specifically for young dance students six years of age and older who want to take the next step in their dance training. Summer Dance begins on June 18 and continues for 9 weeks. To register, simply click on the name of the class and follow the registration instructions.
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REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
Summer 2018 Schedule
Please note that "A" and "B" under each day refer to the studio in which classes will held.
SUMMER DANCE CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
(subject to change based on enrollment)
Ballet A
Ages 3 - 5 (or current pre-ballet and primary students)
Students must be able to use the restroom independently.
Meets for 45 minutes, once per week.
Ballet A is designed to introduce our youngest dancers to dance concepts including terminology, movements and musicality in a fun and safe environment. Using imaginative play and games, students develops skills such as core strength, balance, and flexibility.
Ballet B
*To Register for Modern, Jazz, or Tap, please click Ballet B link above
Ages 6 and older (or current Ballet 1 and Ballet 2 students)
Ballet B introduces ballet movements, terminology, and combinations; including barre and center work to new students as well as challenge returning students with more difficult combinations. Ballet B is a one-hour technique class that meets two times per week.
Students in Ballet B have the option to enroll in Jazz B or Tap B to expand their dance horizons.
Ballet C
Current Ballet 3 & 4 Students (*New Students by Placement)
Ballet C introduces more advanced dance concepts and combinations for the intermediate level dancer.
Ballet C includes a two hour technique class that meets four times per week and a Pointe class.
Students in Ballet C have the option to add Jazz C, Contemporary C, and/or Tap C/D to expand their dance horizons and/or Intermediate/Open Technique, and/or yoga/Pilates to focus on technique and increase flexibility, stamina, and core body strength.
Ballet D
New students by placement or current Ballet 5, Studio Prep & Studio Company.
Ballet D is designed to increase the stamina, strength and versatility of the advanced dancer.
Ballet D includes a two hour technique class that meets five days per week and a Pointe class.
Exception: Monday is a 3.5 hour technique class.
Students enrolled in Ballet D have the option to add Variations*, Jazz D*, Contemporary D*, Tap D/C,* and/or yoga/Pilates D/C*.
*These classes are mandatory for Studio Company & Studio Prep dancers.
OPTIONAL CLASSES
Tap
Available to students enrolled in Ballet B through Ballet D. (Level B registers through Ballet B link.)
Teaches terminology, steps and combinations used in Tap.
Tap is a one-hour class that meets one time per week.
Jazz
Available to students enrolled in Ballet B through Ballet D. (All students may register through their Ballet Level link.)
Teaches movements and terminology used in jazz and meets one time per week.
Jazz B is a 45 minute classes, Jazz C meets for one hour, and Jazz D is a one and a half hour class.
Contemporary
Available to students enrolled in Ballet C through Ballet D. (All students may register through their Ballet Level link.)
Teaches movements and terminology used in contemporary and modern - Horton, Graham, and Limon styles.
Contemporary is a one hour class that meets one time per week.
Intermediate/Open Technique
An intermediate technique class for those students enrolled in Ballet C or new students thirteen and older. Intermediate level adults are also welcome to enroll for increased focus on basic technique. ADULT STUDENTS MUST PURCHASE A PUNCH PASS.
Students learn proper technique at the barre and work to develop flexibility, balance and core body strength.
INT/Open Technique is a one and a half hour class that meets one time per week.
Yoga/Pilates
Available to students enrolled in Ballet C or D. All adults welcome. ADULT STUDENTS MUST PURCHASE A PUNCH PASS. Suitable for all yoga and Pilates levels. Yoga/Pilates aims at building muscle strength and re-balancing the body as well as improving posture, flexibility, coordination, concentration, and control of the body. This class alternates weekly between yoga and Pilates. Yoga and Pilates are each a one hour class.
Adult/Student Punch Passes
Punch passes may be used by adults for INT/Open Technique, or yoga/Pilates classes. Current students may also use punch passes to supplement their summer registration. PASSES EXPIRE AT THE END OF THE SUMMER SESSION REGARDLESS OF WHEN PURCHASED.
BALLET CALIENTE SUMMER INTENSIVES
Week 1: July 30 - August 3
Week 2: August 6 -10
The Ballet Caliente Summer Intensive guides students in their ballet technical skills as well as other dance forms that compliment a ballet artist. The program is held from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Ballet Caliente's beautiful studio in California, Maryland. Unlike big company intensives, our summer students are exposed to exceptional individual attention and corrections. This program offers unparalleled training by a distinguished staff of Ballet Caliente instructors and well-known in-state and out-of-state guest teachers.
Intermediate Intensive
Encouraged for students enrolled in Ballet C or by invitation.
The Intermediate Intensive is a comprehensive curriculum of 30 classes per week that bring together technique, strengthening and artistry. Courses include: Technique, Pre-Pointe, Repertoire, Ballroom, Improvisation, Jazz, Performance, Modern, Latin, Broadway, Contemporary, Yoga, Hip Hop, Allegro, Character, Pirouettes, Pilates, Port De Bras, Basic Foundation, and Acting. Also included are lectures on various topics such as Injury Prevention, Nutrition, Foot Care, History of Dance, Famous Ballets, Ballet Music, Famous Choreographers, Summer Intensives, Pointe Shoe Fitting and Care. (Classes and lecture topics subject to change.)
Advanced Intensive
Encouraged for students enrolled in Ballet D.
The Advanced Intensive is a comprehensive curriculum of 30 classes per week that bring together technique, strengthening and artistry. Courses include: Technique, Pre-Pointe, Repertoire, Ballroom, Improvisation, Jazz, Performance, Modern, Latin, Broadway, Contemporary, Yoga, Hip Hop, Allegro, Character, Pirouettes, Pilates, Port De Bras, Basic Foundation, and Acting. Also included are lectures on various topics such as Injury Prevention, Nutrition, Foot Care, History of Dance, Famous Ballets, Ballet Music, Famous Choreographers, Career Opportunities, and Stress Management. (Classes and lecture topics subject to change.)
(subject to change based on enrollment)
Ballet A
Ages 3 - 5 (or current pre-ballet and primary students)
Students must be able to use the restroom independently.
Meets for 45 minutes, once per week.
Ballet A is designed to introduce our youngest dancers to dance concepts including terminology, movements and musicality in a fun and safe environment. Using imaginative play and games, students develops skills such as core strength, balance, and flexibility.
Ballet B
*To Register for Modern, Jazz, or Tap, please click Ballet B link above
Ages 6 and older (or current Ballet 1 and Ballet 2 students)
Ballet B introduces ballet movements, terminology, and combinations; including barre and center work to new students as well as challenge returning students with more difficult combinations. Ballet B is a one-hour technique class that meets two times per week.
Students in Ballet B have the option to enroll in Jazz B or Tap B to expand their dance horizons.
Ballet C
Current Ballet 3 & 4 Students (*New Students by Placement)
Ballet C introduces more advanced dance concepts and combinations for the intermediate level dancer.
Ballet C includes a two hour technique class that meets four times per week and a Pointe class.
Students in Ballet C have the option to add Jazz C, Contemporary C, and/or Tap C/D to expand their dance horizons and/or Intermediate/Open Technique, and/or yoga/Pilates to focus on technique and increase flexibility, stamina, and core body strength.
Ballet D
New students by placement or current Ballet 5, Studio Prep & Studio Company.
Ballet D is designed to increase the stamina, strength and versatility of the advanced dancer.
Ballet D includes a two hour technique class that meets five days per week and a Pointe class.
Exception: Monday is a 3.5 hour technique class.
Students enrolled in Ballet D have the option to add Variations*, Jazz D*, Contemporary D*, Tap D/C,* and/or yoga/Pilates D/C*.
*These classes are mandatory for Studio Company & Studio Prep dancers.
OPTIONAL CLASSES
Tap
Available to students enrolled in Ballet B through Ballet D. (Level B registers through Ballet B link.)
Teaches terminology, steps and combinations used in Tap.
Tap is a one-hour class that meets one time per week.
Jazz
Available to students enrolled in Ballet B through Ballet D. (All students may register through their Ballet Level link.)
Teaches movements and terminology used in jazz and meets one time per week.
Jazz B is a 45 minute classes, Jazz C meets for one hour, and Jazz D is a one and a half hour class.
Contemporary
Available to students enrolled in Ballet C through Ballet D. (All students may register through their Ballet Level link.)
Teaches movements and terminology used in contemporary and modern - Horton, Graham, and Limon styles.
Contemporary is a one hour class that meets one time per week.
Intermediate/Open Technique
An intermediate technique class for those students enrolled in Ballet C or new students thirteen and older. Intermediate level adults are also welcome to enroll for increased focus on basic technique. ADULT STUDENTS MUST PURCHASE A PUNCH PASS.
Students learn proper technique at the barre and work to develop flexibility, balance and core body strength.
INT/Open Technique is a one and a half hour class that meets one time per week.
Yoga/Pilates
Available to students enrolled in Ballet C or D. All adults welcome. ADULT STUDENTS MUST PURCHASE A PUNCH PASS. Suitable for all yoga and Pilates levels. Yoga/Pilates aims at building muscle strength and re-balancing the body as well as improving posture, flexibility, coordination, concentration, and control of the body. This class alternates weekly between yoga and Pilates. Yoga and Pilates are each a one hour class.
Adult/Student Punch Passes
Punch passes may be used by adults for INT/Open Technique, or yoga/Pilates classes. Current students may also use punch passes to supplement their summer registration. PASSES EXPIRE AT THE END OF THE SUMMER SESSION REGARDLESS OF WHEN PURCHASED.
BALLET CALIENTE SUMMER INTENSIVES
Week 1: July 30 - August 3
Week 2: August 6 -10
The Ballet Caliente Summer Intensive guides students in their ballet technical skills as well as other dance forms that compliment a ballet artist. The program is held from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Ballet Caliente's beautiful studio in California, Maryland. Unlike big company intensives, our summer students are exposed to exceptional individual attention and corrections. This program offers unparalleled training by a distinguished staff of Ballet Caliente instructors and well-known in-state and out-of-state guest teachers.
Intermediate Intensive
Encouraged for students enrolled in Ballet C or by invitation.
The Intermediate Intensive is a comprehensive curriculum of 30 classes per week that bring together technique, strengthening and artistry. Courses include: Technique, Pre-Pointe, Repertoire, Ballroom, Improvisation, Jazz, Performance, Modern, Latin, Broadway, Contemporary, Yoga, Hip Hop, Allegro, Character, Pirouettes, Pilates, Port De Bras, Basic Foundation, and Acting. Also included are lectures on various topics such as Injury Prevention, Nutrition, Foot Care, History of Dance, Famous Ballets, Ballet Music, Famous Choreographers, Summer Intensives, Pointe Shoe Fitting and Care. (Classes and lecture topics subject to change.)
Advanced Intensive
Encouraged for students enrolled in Ballet D.
The Advanced Intensive is a comprehensive curriculum of 30 classes per week that bring together technique, strengthening and artistry. Courses include: Technique, Pre-Pointe, Repertoire, Ballroom, Improvisation, Jazz, Performance, Modern, Latin, Broadway, Contemporary, Yoga, Hip Hop, Allegro, Character, Pirouettes, Pilates, Port De Bras, Basic Foundation, and Acting. Also included are lectures on various topics such as Injury Prevention, Nutrition, Foot Care, History of Dance, Famous Ballets, Ballet Music, Famous Choreographers, Career Opportunities, and Stress Management. (Classes and lecture topics subject to change.)
