Classes

Studio brochure/handbook

Studio Bleu Dance Center offers a full schedule of classes for ages 18 months  through adult, for beginners to advanced, from recreational to competitive. 

Class placement is at the discretion of the director or teacher and is determined by dancers' age and ability level. Dance is a cumulative learning process and everyone progresses at a different rate. It is not unusual for some students to remain in the same level for 2 or 3 years before progressing while others need only take one year of class. New students may be asked to take a placement class to determine appropriate level. All class sizes are limited to give your dancer the special attention they deserve.

• COMBO CLASS: - A full hour class designed to introduce younger students to the different styles of dance – including Ballet, Tap, and Creative Movement.
• BALLET: The foundation of all dance forms. Body placement, flexibility, alignment, strength and technique are achieved through barre and center floor work based on a variety of techniques. At the more advanced levels, students must take several classes per week. Advanced classes will include optional work en Pointe.
• TAP: This form of dance teaches the student the basic fundamentals of tap sounds and steps leading to advanced rhythms and syncopation. Students develop coordination of mind arid body and a more perceptive sense of rhythm, timing and phrasing.
• JAZZ: This popular form of dance  incorporates many styles such ascontemporary and theatrical. Jazz is the dance style of the stage, screen and music videos. The classes include a warm-up, isolations,cross-floor work, and technique ending with choreography set to contemporary music.
• LYRICAL: A beautiful contemporary dance form incorporates Ballet, Jazz, and Modern techniques while maintaining classical lines and movement.
• ACROBATICS: A unique form of movement that is similar to gymnastics.  Instruction in tumbling as well as stretching, strength, and basic dance is included.  Students are taught many skills such as forward rolls, handstands, walkovers, and handsprings.
• MODERN: Emphasizes the use of the floor for centering and grounding oneself in movement and brings its own focus on the use of breath (inhale/exhale). Concepts of over curve/under curve, contraction/release, musicality and rhythm are explored. Teachers use a blend of contemporary and post modern movement.
• HIP HOP: No prior dance training is necessary, you only need the desire to learn and love today's music, The class starts with a conditioning warm-up and teaches contemporary street dance.
• POM-PON/DANCE TEAM: Dance skills are combined with precision pom movement.
• ADULT CLASSES: Adult classes are offered in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, and Hip Hop. There are classes for beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels for ages 18 and up. Classes are fun, social, and a great way to stay in shape!
• YOGAFIT®: Come see how YogaFit® can be for EveryBody! Discover classes designed for all body types and fitness levels. No mystical chants, no pretzel poses. Work out and feel great in body, mind, and spirit.
• TURNS & LEAPS: This class will consist of a warm up that incorporates skills needed for great turns. The class will also focus on the missing elements of technique to take your leaps to a higher level.
• STRETCH & FLEX: Flexibility training is more than just injury prevention.  It will decrease soreness and improve range of motion making exercising easier and more enjoyable.  It will also increase body awareness, reduce stress - a great benefit for all ages and fitness levels.
• FITNESS CLASSES:  Other fitness classes offered throughout the year include: Turns & Leaps, Abs/Core, Pilates, Boot Camp, Kickboxing, Circuit Training, Body Sculpting, Strength& Conditioning, and Moms 'N Motion.
• COMPETITIVE CLASSES: Competitive level classes are offered for the more serious dancer.  Students enter this program through audition or upon teacher recommendation and are chosen by skill level, motivation and dedication. Being a Company member is equivalent to being on a “select” sports team, a significant commitment to dance and a great deal of extra time and effort is involved. If interested, please contact the studio director.