When should I arrive?

  • Please arrive a few minutes before class starts so you have time to put your things in the lockers or change if you need to.

  • If you are doing a drop in for the class give yourself enough time to register and pay at the front desk.  10 Minutes.

  • If you are just starting and have not been to the studio please come 15 minutes before your class starts.

  • Please give your child time for a bathroom break before they enter class.

How old are you?

Age Breakdown:

Ages are determined as of September 1st when the season starts. 

 

First Steps- Ages 2 to 4

Twinkle Tots Ages 2

Shinning Stars Age 3

Shooting Stars Age 4

 

Elementary  - Ages 5 to 8

Ages 5-6; Kindergarten and 1st Grade

Ages 7-8; 2nd and 3rd Grade

 

Juniors - Ages 9 to 11; 4th to 6th Grade

Teens - Ages 12 to 14; 7th to 9th Grade

Seniors - Ages 15+; High School

Adult = Beginner Adult Classes (Look for Adult on the Class Description)

 

What is your experience?

Class placement is based on your age and ability/level.  Staff will evaluate students upon entry to ensure they are all placed in the correct level class for the season.   Teachers will issue evaluations at the end of each season for placement/level changes. 

Experience Levels:

Beginners = Level I

Beginners / Intermediate = Level I/II

Intermediate = Level II

Intermediate / Advanced = Level II/III

Advanced - Level III (All Advanced level classes are a part of the competitive program)

  • Beginner Teen Ages 12+

    = Beginner Teen Classes.  This level class is geared towards the late starter.   Someone who is older but does not have that much experience. 

What are you looking for?

  • Recreational

    • Participate in our non-recital classes.
    • Adults participate in our Beginner Adult classes.
  • Recital Program

    • Most of our classes perform in the June Recital.  These classes are highlighted in Pink on the "Schedule by Day" file on the Fall/Spring Schedule page.
    • Our Beginner Teen Classes participate in the June Recital.
    • Looking to perform once a year without the competition commitment the recital program is for you. 
    • Train for the season from August to June to perform in the recital. 
  • Technical Training

    • Come to any of our Level I to III classes for Hip Hop, Turns/Tech, Jazz, Lyrical and Ballet for technical training.  
    • You can Drop into a class anytime during the season and pay the drop in rate.
    • Register for the term and attend the class for the season to work on your technique.
  • Competitive Dance

    • We have two competitive teams.
      • Xtreme Dance Force
      • Xtreme Dance Center All-Stars
    • Auditions are in June and August
    • Visit the Company page for more information
  • Beginner Teen Dance Program

    • This program is for the dancer that is older but at the beginner level. It's never too late to start learning how to dance. 
  • Summer Dance Programs

    • Summer Camps - Recreational Beginner Level Dance Classes
      • Camps are a week long Monday to Friday
    • Summer Classes
    • Summer Competitive Intensive.
    • Pop-Up Theme Dance Classes with a craft for Ages 3 and up. 
    • X-Factor - Intermediate / Advanced Level Hip Hop Convention
    • Thrive - Intermediate / Advanced Level Jazz Convention

 

What styles of dance are you interested in taking?

Classes Ages 2 and up

  • Ballet

    • Work at the Barre and Combinations Across the floor.
  • Tap

    • Work on Tap technique 
  • Jazz

    • Learn turns, leaps, jazz technique, and Jazz Style Choreographed Combinations.
  • Lyrical

    • Learn Turns, Leaps, Lyrical style Choreographed Combinations.
  • Combo Dance Class

    • This class covers 2-3 styles (Hip Hop, Tap and Ballet)
  • Kinder Combo

    • Combination class for ages 5-6 focuses on the core developmental skills of Jazz, Tap and Ballet. 
  • Tumbling

    • Work on your gymnastics tumbling beginner levels.  
  • Breakdancing

    • Learn Basics to advanced levels in breaking technique and skills. 
  • Hip Hop

    • Learn Choreographed combinations with hip hop style of dance.
  • All Boys Hip Hop

    • Work with an instructor learning the hip hop style of dance in an all boys setting.
  • Contemporary

    • Learn Choreographed Contemporary style Combinations at the level of the class.
  • Lyrical ( Level I to III)

    • Learn Choreographed Lyrical style Combinations at the level of the class. Technical progressions at the level of the class. 
  • Jazz (Level I to III and Beginner Teen)

    • Learn Turns, Leaps, Kicks, Across the Floor Combinations, and Choreographed Jazz Combinations
  • Hip Hop (Level I to IV and Beginner Teen)

    • Learn Choreographed combinations with hip hop style of dance at the level of the class. 
  • Breakdancing (Level I to III)

    • Beginner to Advanced breakdancing footwork and style along with head stands, helicopters, coffee grinders etc..and many more fun breakdancing tricks and moves.  Classes for ages 6 to 19.

  • Tumbling (Level I to III)

    • Learn Gymnastics tumbling from beginner to advanced levels.
  • Stretch 

    • Work on your flexibility and your splits.
  • The Ellove Technique

    • The Ellové Technique® is a conditioning and cross-training class taught by certified dance specialists and educators. The pure techniques of ballet, yoga, fitness, and Pilates are set to music in a seamless movement sequence that improves strength, flexibility, and control. Incorporating principles of dance medicine and science, The Ellové Technique reduces injury risk by targeting muscle imbalances, refining alignment, increasing endurance, and practicing safe stretching techniques.
  • Pre-Pointe / Pointe

    • Pre-Pointe - Learn Ballet Technique at the Barre to strengthen your feet to prepare you for Pointe.
    • Pointe - Ballet Technique at the Barre and combinations across the floor on Pointe. 
  • Turns Tech (Level I to III)

    • Learn Jazz Turns and Technique at the level of the class.
  • Leaps | Jumps (Level I to III)

    • Learn Jazz Technique leaps and jumps at the level of the class. 
  • Tap (Level I to III)

    • Basic to Advanced tap technique is taught with rhythmic and detailed combinations given to challenge every dancer. Learn tap skills and techniques and progress as you move up levels. 

 

What happens in dance class?

  • Only water bottles are allowed in the Class Room.

  • Please have your child bring a water bottle to put at the front of the classroom so they can stay hydrated.  

  • The first 10-15 minutes of class will consist of stretching to prevent injury.

  • Your child will be given bathroom breaks each class varies based on the age.  Please give your child a bathroom break before entering class.

  • No Gum please. 

CLASS BREAKDOWN:

  • Ballet / Pointe
    • Barre Work
    • Floor Barre
    • Combinations across the floor
  • Hip Hop
    • After the warm up and stretches class will learn the choreography for the day.
    • Hip Hop Technical Training. 
  • Tap
    • Combinations across the floor.
    • Choreography for the day.
  • Jazz / Lyrical / Contemporary
    • Progressions across the floor.
    • Combinations across the floor.
    • Choreography for the day.
  • Breakdancing
    • Warm up and Stretch
    • Learn to perform different breakdancing activities such as 6 step, crab pose, hand stands, Counter Balances,Coffee Grinders and many more combinations which become more challenging as you increase in levels.
  • Tumbling
    • Beginner Tumbling
      Class will consist of...
      Warm-up/Stretch
      Stationary Skills
      Across the Floor/Tumbling Drills
      Conditioning
    • Class Objectives
      Learn Basic Tumbling Skills- that will act as building blocks to advanced skills
      Build Core Strength
      Gain Flexibility
      Enhance Agility
      Learn Proper Falling Techniques
      Learn how to Control Movements
    • Elementary Skills
      Forward/Backward Rolls-Bridges-Backbends-Backbend Kick Overs
      Donkey Kicks-Handstands-Walking Handstands-Handstand Front Limber-Front Walkover
      Tripods/Head Stand-Cartwheels (Rt./Lft.)
    • Intermediate Skills
      Back Extension Rolls-Flip Flops-Back/Front Tucks
      Round Offs-Aerial Cartwheels
    • Advanced Skills
      Any sequence of combining skills!!!