STUDIO CLASSES

•  Ballet/Pointe (Levels I – IV) provides comprehensive training for the entire body.  Ballet at this level is a structured and disciplined dance form. It focuses on technique and knowledge of terminology.  This dance form builds strength and body tone, develops control and flexibility, and heightens the dancers awareness of overall body mechanics.  Ballet is an essential foundation for dance study. 

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• Pre-Pointe (with teacher approval) is a preparation class for dancers who plan to take Pointe.  This class emphasizes strength-building exercises and readiness of each individual dancer.  A year of Ballet at Lonestar is required in addition to Ms. Micah's permission.  The dancer must also be taking an additional ballet class.

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• Pointe I-II (with teacher approval): is a ballet class danced en pointe. Pointe shoes are required. Dancers must have completed pre-pointe received Ms. Micah's permission to enroll in pointe classes. In order to promote safe training, ankle strength and ballet technique will be evaluated before allowing dancers to dance en pointe. 

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• Leaps and Turns (Levels I – IV) is a technical class which focuses on center work and progressions across the floor.  A variety of styles is taught including theatrical, pop, funk, and lyrical. Jazz dance increases body awareness, movement range, coordination, and rhythm.  It is highly effective in building cardiovascular endurance.  This class also focuses on many different turns and leaps.  Leaps and Turns is very challenging at all levels.  A dancer will be placed at the appropriate level according to his/her technical ability.  A dancer may progress to the next level only once he/she masters all elements taught in their current class and the teacher feels they are prepared technically for the next level of training.

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• Tap (Levels I-IV) is a class devoted to quick footwork, balance, and rhythm. Tap develops dancers musically and ability to execute specific rhythm and footwork. Tap shoes are required. 

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• Street Jazz/Heels Class (9th Grade and Up) is a high energy, advanced class that incorporates hip hop, jazz, and “music video” styles.  It is the latest, up-and-coming dance style in New York and L.A. and emulates many of the top pop artist’s music videos such as Lady GaGa, Beyonce, and Britney Spears.  It’s SUPER FUN and an awesome chance to break the mold of all other “technical” and “typical” dance styles. 

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• Hip Hop (Levels I – IV) is considered a “funky” or “street” jazz dance. Hip Hop teaches new and popular dance moves requiring a definitive sense of rhythm and beat, as well as a strong performance presence within the movement​. 

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• Contemporary (Levels I – IV) teaches the expressive power of movement by exploring time, space, quality, motivation, and aesthetic elements of dance.  Improvisation is a key element incorporated in this class. Contemporary proves to be a physically and mentally challenging dance experience.  

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• Lyrical  (Levels I – IV) teaches the art of movement in coordination with powerful lyrics and musical melodies by developing stories and emotional expression through dance.

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• Drill Team  (Levels I – IV) teaches advanced skills in order to prepare dancers to stand out among peers on their school drill teams. This class emphasizes jazz technique, kick technique, pom motions and audition preparation skills to help prepare or refine skills for drill team.

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• Ballroom: dance is a type of social dancing that is performed by couples and follows prescribed steps. Our classes offer an introduction to latin dance in a fun setting. Our Latin style class is comprised of: Cha Cha, Samba, and Rumba.