Registration for the 2023 - 2024 season is now open!
2023 - 2024 Dance Classes & Schedule
Please see the class options below for the 2023-2024 dance season. Ages are based on the child’s age as of Dec 31, 2023. Classes are scheduled back-to-back for your convenience! Class descriptions are listed below the schedule.
If you need any help finding the perfect classes for your child, or you don’t see a class or time that suits your schedule, please contact us. More classes may be added as needed.
*Please note the schedule is subject to change*
Age 2
Two’s + You (30 mins) 10 week sessions
Sundays 9:30am - Oct 1 to Dec 3
Saturdays 9:15am - Oct 7 to Dec 9
Age 3
Creative Movement (30 mins)
Tuesdays 5:15pm
Saturdays 9:30am
Sundays 10:15am
Age 4
Pre-Dance (45 mins)
Wednesdays 4:45pm
Saturdays 10:00 am
Sundays 11:00 am
Ages 5 - 6
Tuesdays - Jazz 5:00pm, Ballet 6:00pm
Saturdays - Ballet 10:00am, Jazz 11:00am
Sundays - Tap 12:00pm, Hip Hop 1:00pm
Ages 7 - 9
Tuesdays - Hip Hop 5:00pm, Jazz 6:00pm
Tuesdays - "4 The Boys" 6:00pm
Wednesdays - Tap 6:00pm, Hip Hop 7:00pm
Thursdays - Lyrical 5:15pm
Saturdays - Ballet 11:00am, Jazz 12:00pm
Ages 10 - 12
Mondays - Lyrical 5:00pm, Jazz 6:00pm
Tuesdays - Ballet 7:00pm, Broadway Bound 7:00pm, Hip Hop 8:00pm
Saturdays - Tap 12:00pm, Jazz 1:00pm, Hip Hop 2:00pm
Ages 13+ (Teen classes)
Mondays - Tap 7:00pm, Jazz 8:00pm
Tuesdays - Hip Hop 7:00pm
Thursday - Lyrical 6:15pm, Ballet 7:15 pm, Jazz 8:15pm
Sessions
Acro - ages 6+ | 12 week sessions
Sundays 10:00am, 11:00am, 12:00pm
**NEW to this season** All dancers will be asked to come to an assessment during their first class to determine their skill level. They will then be placed in their appropriate level and class times will be confirmed.
Adult Classes
Tuesdays - Jazz 8:00pm
Wednesdays - Barre Bootcamp 8:30pm
If you need any help finding the perfect classes for your child, or you don’t see a class or time that suits your schedule, please contact us. More classes may be added as needed.
*Please note the schedule is subject to change*
Age 2
Two’s + You (30 mins) 10 week sessions
Sundays 9:30am - Oct 1 to Dec 3
Saturdays 9:15am - Oct 7 to Dec 9
Age 3
Creative Movement (30 mins)
Tuesdays 5:15pm
Saturdays 9:30am
Sundays 10:15am
Age 4
Pre-Dance (45 mins)
Wednesdays 4:45pm
Saturdays 10:00 am
Sundays 11:00 am
Ages 5 - 6
Tuesdays - Jazz 5:00pm, Ballet 6:00pm
Saturdays - Ballet 10:00am, Jazz 11:00am
Sundays - Tap 12:00pm, Hip Hop 1:00pm
Ages 7 - 9
Tuesdays - Hip Hop 5:00pm, Jazz 6:00pm
Tuesdays - "4 The Boys" 6:00pm
Wednesdays - Tap 6:00pm, Hip Hop 7:00pm
Thursdays - Lyrical 5:15pm
Saturdays - Ballet 11:00am, Jazz 12:00pm
Ages 10 - 12
Mondays - Lyrical 5:00pm, Jazz 6:00pm
Tuesdays - Ballet 7:00pm, Broadway Bound 7:00pm, Hip Hop 8:00pm
Saturdays - Tap 12:00pm, Jazz 1:00pm, Hip Hop 2:00pm
Ages 13+ (Teen classes)
Mondays - Tap 7:00pm, Jazz 8:00pm
Tuesdays - Hip Hop 7:00pm
Thursday - Lyrical 6:15pm, Ballet 7:15 pm, Jazz 8:15pm
Sessions
Acro - ages 6+ | 12 week sessions
Sundays 10:00am, 11:00am, 12:00pm
**NEW to this season** All dancers will be asked to come to an assessment during their first class to determine their skill level. They will then be placed in their appropriate level and class times will be confirmed.
Adult Classes
Tuesdays - Jazz 8:00pm
Wednesdays - Barre Bootcamp 8:30pm
Class Descriptions
TWO'S + YOU - (Age 2) - 10 week sessions
Children will be introduced to the wonderful world of dance through creative movement, song and stories in this fun 30 minute class. Dancers will have fun alongside their caregiver in this gently structured class. Caregiver participation is required. Moms, dads, nannies, grandparents and all caregivers are welcome! (Two's + You students do not perform in the year-end performance).
CREATIVE MOVEMENT (Age 3)
In this 30 minute class, students will be introduced to the joy of dance through movement exploration. It is a great introduction to the fundamentals of dance using imagination, props, and creative dance games.
PRE-DANCE (Age 4)
This 45 minute class teaches coordination, body awareness and musicality through movement to music. This level is an introductory dance class that combines Creative Movement, Jazz, Ballet and Tap dance. Students begin the first half of the class in their tap shoes and then switch to dance slippers halfway through (with the teachers' assistance).
BALLET (AGES 5+)
A classical form of dance and a strong technical base for all other dance forms. Ballet teaches poise, body awareness, alignment, muscle control, grace and flexibility. EDC follows the ISTD Imperial Classical Ballet syllabus.
JAZZ (AGES 5+)
A stylish, fast-paced, energetic form of dance! Each jazz class will consist of a warm up incorporating a variety of dynamics and body isolations, across the floor progressions and choreography set to upbeat age appropriate music! Our jazz classes are designed to improve self-confidence, flexibility, coordination and stamina.
HIP HOP (AGES 5+)
Hip Hop is a popular and energetic dance style. Age appropriate music and movements are used in each class allowing dancers to improve coordination, endurance and musicality.
TAP (AGES 5+)
A style of dance focusing on different rhythms, sounds and intricate footwork, creating a percussion instrument out of the dancer's feet. Great for developing musicality and coordination skills!
LYRICAL (AGES 7+)
An expressive dance style that focuses on technique, gratefulness and poise. Lyrical dance portrays emotions and feelings through beautiful movement inspired by music and lyrics.
BROADWAY BOUND (AGES 10+)
Broadway Bound is a fun, interactive class that focuses on acting, singing and dance! Students will learn performance skills through music, movement and storytelling. Broadway Bound will be taught by Tyrell Witherspoon. Mr. Tyrell has been working in the entertainment industry for 20+ years including many productions at Rainbow Stage!
4 THE BOYS (Ages 7 - 9)
“4 The Boys” is a combination class where dancers will learn hip hop, basic breaking, jazz and acro skills. This class designed for boys will be taught by Mr. Tyrell and will include fun lessons prepared for this age group and interests, all while focusing on class structure and dance discipline.
ACRO (Ages 6+) - 12 week sessions
Acro is extremely beneficial to a dancers' training as it promotes flexibility, balance, strength, muscle control, discipline & concentration. Basic acrobatic technique will be taught in a safe environment. Handstands, cartwheels, back bends, walkovers and aerials are just some of the tricks dancers may learn. This class is great for students looking to enhance their agility, flexibility, & strength. Please note, this is a non-performance class and there will not be a routine in the year-end performance.
Children will be introduced to the wonderful world of dance through creative movement, song and stories in this fun 30 minute class. Dancers will have fun alongside their caregiver in this gently structured class. Caregiver participation is required. Moms, dads, nannies, grandparents and all caregivers are welcome! (Two's + You students do not perform in the year-end performance).
CREATIVE MOVEMENT (Age 3)
In this 30 minute class, students will be introduced to the joy of dance through movement exploration. It is a great introduction to the fundamentals of dance using imagination, props, and creative dance games.
PRE-DANCE (Age 4)
This 45 minute class teaches coordination, body awareness and musicality through movement to music. This level is an introductory dance class that combines Creative Movement, Jazz, Ballet and Tap dance. Students begin the first half of the class in their tap shoes and then switch to dance slippers halfway through (with the teachers' assistance).
BALLET (AGES 5+)
A classical form of dance and a strong technical base for all other dance forms. Ballet teaches poise, body awareness, alignment, muscle control, grace and flexibility. EDC follows the ISTD Imperial Classical Ballet syllabus.
JAZZ (AGES 5+)
A stylish, fast-paced, energetic form of dance! Each jazz class will consist of a warm up incorporating a variety of dynamics and body isolations, across the floor progressions and choreography set to upbeat age appropriate music! Our jazz classes are designed to improve self-confidence, flexibility, coordination and stamina.
HIP HOP (AGES 5+)
Hip Hop is a popular and energetic dance style. Age appropriate music and movements are used in each class allowing dancers to improve coordination, endurance and musicality.
TAP (AGES 5+)
A style of dance focusing on different rhythms, sounds and intricate footwork, creating a percussion instrument out of the dancer's feet. Great for developing musicality and coordination skills!
LYRICAL (AGES 7+)
An expressive dance style that focuses on technique, gratefulness and poise. Lyrical dance portrays emotions and feelings through beautiful movement inspired by music and lyrics.
BROADWAY BOUND (AGES 10+)
Broadway Bound is a fun, interactive class that focuses on acting, singing and dance! Students will learn performance skills through music, movement and storytelling. Broadway Bound will be taught by Tyrell Witherspoon. Mr. Tyrell has been working in the entertainment industry for 20+ years including many productions at Rainbow Stage!
4 THE BOYS (Ages 7 - 9)
“4 The Boys” is a combination class where dancers will learn hip hop, basic breaking, jazz and acro skills. This class designed for boys will be taught by Mr. Tyrell and will include fun lessons prepared for this age group and interests, all while focusing on class structure and dance discipline.
ACRO (Ages 6+) - 12 week sessions
Acro is extremely beneficial to a dancers' training as it promotes flexibility, balance, strength, muscle control, discipline & concentration. Basic acrobatic technique will be taught in a safe environment. Handstands, cartwheels, back bends, walkovers and aerials are just some of the tricks dancers may learn. This class is great for students looking to enhance their agility, flexibility, & strength. Please note, this is a non-performance class and there will not be a routine in the year-end performance.
