Pointe is offered on the Elite Level for students with several years of classical ballet
training. In order to be considered for this class, key components of the Advanced
Level ballet syllabus must be mastered and students must possess adequate ankle
and foot strength as well as proper body alignment and placement. Students
admitted with teacher approval only.
training. In order to be considered for this class, key components of the Advanced
Level ballet syllabus must be mastered and students must possess adequate ankle
and foot strength as well as proper body alignment and placement. Students
admitted with teacher approval only.
Ballet is the foundation for all forms of dance and is offered on the Pre, Kinder,
Beginning, Intermediate, Teen, Advanced and Elite Level. Classical technique is taught
through the use of French terminology that is appropriate to each level. A series of barre
exercises, progressions across the floor and combinations in center encourage proper
technique, correct placement and body alignment, muscle development, strength,
flexibility, grace, poise and agility. With consistent participation in and dedication to this
class, students will excel more rapidly in additional dance disciplines. On the Pre and
Kinder Level, the use of props and learning games are incorporated to inspire creative
movement and master required motor skills.
Beginning, Intermediate, Teen, Advanced and Elite Level. Classical technique is taught
through the use of French terminology that is appropriate to each level. A series of barre
exercises, progressions across the floor and combinations in center encourage proper
technique, correct placement and body alignment, muscle development, strength,
flexibility, grace, poise and agility. With consistent participation in and dedication to this
class, students will excel more rapidly in additional dance disciplines. On the Pre and
Kinder Level, the use of props and learning games are incorporated to inspire creative
movement and master required motor skills.
Jazz is offered on the Beginning, Intermediate, Teen, Advanced and Elite Level and
incorporates a variety of Jazz Dance styles. After completing a series of warm-ups and
stretches, students participate in a series of progressions across the floor and
combinations in center. Learn to execute those impressive jumps, leaps and turns while
gaining flexibility, increasing muscle control and developing physical stamina. This class
is taught in an energetic, fast-paced environment... and all that jazz!
incorporates a variety of Jazz Dance styles. After completing a series of warm-ups and
stretches, students participate in a series of progressions across the floor and
combinations in center. Learn to execute those impressive jumps, leaps and turns while
gaining flexibility, increasing muscle control and developing physical stamina. This class
is taught in an energetic, fast-paced environment... and all that jazz!
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Hip Hop is offered to students age 10 and up who want to learn the coolest moves to
the hottest grooves! This class promotes, creativity, coordination, stamina, rhythmic
body isolations, musicality and energetic movement while incorporating the popular
street dancing styles of today. Parents... never fear! Age-appropriate choreography
and music suitable for weekly classes, performances and family viewing/listening is
used at all times. No previous dance training required!
the hottest grooves! This class promotes, creativity, coordination, stamina, rhythmic
body isolations, musicality and energetic movement while incorporating the popular
street dancing styles of today. Parents... never fear! Age-appropriate choreography
and music suitable for weekly classes, performances and family viewing/listening is
used at all times. No previous dance training required!
Modern is offered on the Advanced and Elite Level. This contemporary form of dance
utilizes body isolations, contractions, releases, as well as fall and recovery. Students are
encouraged to "think outside the box". Learn to incorporate the techniques of noted
Modern Dance pioneers (Isadora Duncan, Martha Graham and Twyla Tharp) while
exploring abstract concepts and shapes, unconventional body lines and freedom of
movement. Previous training in Ballet, Lyrical and/or Jazz required for admission into this
class.
utilizes body isolations, contractions, releases, as well as fall and recovery. Students are
encouraged to "think outside the box". Learn to incorporate the techniques of noted
Modern Dance pioneers (Isadora Duncan, Martha Graham and Twyla Tharp) while
exploring abstract concepts and shapes, unconventional body lines and freedom of
movement. Previous training in Ballet, Lyrical and/or Jazz required for admission into this
class.
Lyrical is offered on the Advanced and Elite Level. Experience the art of storytelling
without ever speaking a word! Orchestral scores and song lyrics inspire fluid movement
combined with explosive accents. Designed to encourage and develop an
understanding of musicality, expression and emotion, this fusion of Ballet and Jazz
techniques makes this form of dance beautiful to watch and exciting for students to
explore. Previous training in Ballet, Modern and/or Jazz required for admission into this
class.
without ever speaking a word! Orchestral scores and song lyrics inspire fluid movement
combined with explosive accents. Designed to encourage and develop an
understanding of musicality, expression and emotion, this fusion of Ballet and Jazz
techniques makes this form of dance beautiful to watch and exciting for students to
explore. Previous training in Ballet, Modern and/or Jazz required for admission into this
class.
Tap is offered on the Pre, Kinder, Beginning, Intermediate, Teen, Advanced and Elite
Level. An age/level-appropriate syllabus is used to introduce/master tap skills in both
Broadway and Rhythm Tap styles. Percussive movement, creation of sound, manipulation
of the feet and intricate patterns promote musicality, coordination, rhythm and timing
while developing style, stage presence and confidence in every performer. On the Pre
and Kinder Level basic elements of Song & Dance are incorporated into this class.
Level. An age/level-appropriate syllabus is used to introduce/master tap skills in both
Broadway and Rhythm Tap styles. Percussive movement, creation of sound, manipulation
of the feet and intricate patterns promote musicality, coordination, rhythm and timing
while developing style, stage presence and confidence in every performer. On the Pre
and Kinder Level basic elements of Song & Dance are incorporated into this class.
Musical Theatre is offered on the Beginning, Intermediate and Advanced Level for
students 6 years old and up. The syllabus includes proper singing techniques, exercises
and activities to encourage honest presentations of monologues/scene work and
explores Broadway dance styles and theatrical movement. Students are able to
individually present and perfect age-appropriate songs and monologues for their
audition repertoire and will develop the auditioning skills that are needed to get cast in
any theatrical production. This is the class for the student who wants to do it all!
students 6 years old and up. The syllabus includes proper singing techniques, exercises
and activities to encourage honest presentations of monologues/scene work and
explores Broadway dance styles and theatrical movement. Students are able to
individually present and perfect age-appropriate songs and monologues for their
audition repertoire and will develop the auditioning skills that are needed to get cast in
any theatrical production. This is the class for the student who wants to do it all!
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Order it A La Carte! These sessions are designed to supplement our core curriculum and
afford students additional instruction beyond their regularly scheduled lessons/classes.
Since these are on an "as needed" basis, it allows for scheduling flexibility and is a great
way for students to work individually with any of FAOTA's qualified instructors in the areas
of Dance, Piano, Voice or Acting. Students can spend the session time improving
technique, staging a number for vocal performance, choreographing a dance for a
showcase, competition or school talent show, preparing a piece for an upcoming
audition, mastering a specific skill or "trick" they've been struggling with, increasing their
flexibility, brushing up on stage presence and more. It's YOUR choice!
afford students additional instruction beyond their regularly scheduled lessons/classes.
Since these are on an "as needed" basis, it allows for scheduling flexibility and is a great
way for students to work individually with any of FAOTA's qualified instructors in the areas
of Dance, Piano, Voice or Acting. Students can spend the session time improving
technique, staging a number for vocal performance, choreographing a dance for a
showcase, competition or school talent show, preparing a piece for an upcoming
audition, mastering a specific skill or "trick" they've been struggling with, increasing their
flexibility, brushing up on stage presence and more. It's YOUR choice!
| CLICK HERE for DRESS CODE & REQUIRED SUPPLIES CLICK HERE for COMPETITIVE DANCE OPPORTUNITIES |
| CLICK HERE for PRIVATE LESSONS OFFERED CLICK HERE for THE FOLSOM FOLLIES (song & dance troupe) |