Class Descriptions

Twirl Division Classes
Dancers will be introduced to the basic dance terminology of ballet. A balance of focus and fun, spatial awareness, flexibility, coordination, balance, expression, and hearing music/rhythm are explored through the joy of movement while worshipping God.

Enrichment Division Classes
Turning Pointe offers a carefully constructed curriculum which introduces ballet steps and concepts at an age-appropriate pace.  Our teachers are warm, caring Christians who lovingly instruct your child and provide excellent role models of Godly young women and men.  Recreational Division students have an in-studio performance at Christmas time, and a formal recital in May.

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Ballroom
This class will introduce the basics of the American Smooth style of ballroom dancing and will introduce the basics of the American Rhythm style of ballroom dancing.. Students will develop posture, coordination, balance and control through a series of steps designed to carry each couple effortlessly across the dance floor. Upon completion, each student will have the ability to recognize and match each style of dance to the appropriate style of music and perform the basics and beginning supplemental steps of waltz, foxtrot and tango. Upon completion, each student will have the ability to recognize and match each style of dance to the appropriate style of music and perform the basics and beginning supplemental steps of east coast swing, salsa, cha-cha and rhumba. Perfect to prepare for weddings, social dancing, or a unique workout. No partners necessary!

Combo Classes
Students will increase their understanding of ballet while developing coordination and rhythm through tap dance. Half of the class time will be focused on ballet, and the other half on tap! Combo classes are a great way to try new styles and decide what you like best.

Contemporary
Is a style of expressive dance that combines elements of several dance genres including modern, jazz, lyrical, classical ballet, and even hip-hop.
The concurrent enrollment requirement for Contemporary Teen is a Ballet or Jazz class, or at least one full year of previous Ballet or Jazz training.
The concurrent enrollment requirement for  Contemporary 3-5 is a Ballet or Jazz class, level 3 or above, or at least one full year of previous Ballet or Jazz training at level 3 or above.

Creative Collaborators
This is a 45 minute class, ages 6+, fully accessible and open to all levels and abilities. Creative cooperation and exploration of contemporary dance forms and movement qualities. Learn to think and move creatively as an individual dancer and with partners or groups. This class is tuition free!

Ellovè 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.

Hip-Hop
In our hip hop classes, we will be teaching the students isolation, rhythm, control, intricacy, and fluidity in their movements. Students will learn to hear beats and move in ways that will benefit all forms of dance. Students will learn the various sub-styles that make up hip hop dance, including popping, waving, tutting, jerk, house, lyrical hip hop, break dance, freestyle, and many others.  Through class, students will find their sense of movement, add their personal style, and even learn how to choreograph their own pieces.

Irish
Irish Step Dance is a fun and fast-paced dance style that emphasizes the rhythms of beautiful celtic music and has a unique technique all it’s own. Dancers will learn that technique through warm up exercises, across the floor work and traditional folk dances including the jig, reel and hornpipe, which all focus on very specific footwork. They will also participate in group dances called Ceilis, which develop teamwork skills and coordination. Students will also learn choreographed work that combines all the elements they learn within the class.

Jazz
Students are introduced to a jazz dance vocabulary including: stretches, isolations, turns, jumps, and combinations. Students will gain a better understanding of rhythms, all choreographed to wholesome music. In this class you will learn the fundamentals of jazz, muscle isolation, and movement to different beats. This class is a fun way for boys and girls to learn a different style of dance that is very popular with a different energy.  Be ready to let loose and have fun!
In order to enroll in Jazz 3-5, students must have been promoted from another Jazz level or have been placed by an instructor after evaluation at a Placement Day. 

Leaps/Turns
This class is a specialized class designed for Int/Adv dancers who want to improve and broaden their skills in both leaping and turning. Not only is this a fun, fast paced class, but it also helps dancers become well rounded for the future!

Modern
Modern, based on the broad ideas of “opposite of ballet”, is focused on the use of space, time and energy.  Classes are based off of Limon technique with infusions from other masters.  Modern is its own unique technique, not to be confused with contemporary or jazz.  While ballet is ethereal and other worldly, modern is grounded and current.  While jazz is presentational, modern is about your own internal voice.  If you are one to learn something new, this is the class!  Come explore all ways we can dance using the air, the floor and each other!
In order to enroll in Modern 3-5, students must have been promoted from another Modern level or have been placed by an instructor after evaluation at a Placement Day.

Musical Theater and Twirl Showtime
This combo-style class is designed to bring the Triple Threat skills of singing, dancing & acting together! The Musical Theater Classes progressively build upon skills learned and provide students the opportunity to explore storytelling, musical theater-style choreography and ensemble singing technique. Through class combos, Christmas dances & recital performances, students will be introduced to a variety of selections from Golden Age to Contemporary Age musicals.

Primary and Ballet Levels 1-5
Dancers will develop rhythm, coordination, flexibility, listening skills, balance, and musicality through activities such as: stretching, strengthening muscles by doing ballet barre exercises, and learning center floor progressions. They will also be encouraged in creative worship and improvisation, unleashing the grace and creativity that God has put in them.
The concurrent enrollment requirement for Ballet 4 and 5 is a second weekly Ballet class.

Pre-Pointe
The Pre-Pointe class is a pre-requisite for pointe work and is designed for students ages 11 and up who have had at least 2-3 consecutive years of ballet training. Students will need to bring these items to class: yoga mat, beach/bath towel, foam roller, and tennis ball. Students will be assessed by our team of pointe teachers in April to determine if they are ready to move into Beginning Pointe. Taking a minimum of 2 weekly ballet technique classes along with pre-pointe is preferred.

Progressing Ballet Technique
An innovative program developed by Marie Walton-Mahon for students to understand the depth of training muscle memory in achieving their personal best in dance. This program has outstanding success with the use of muscle memory to improve students understanding of core stability, weight placement, and alignment. Students must provide: two racquet balls and bring $5 for a 9ft TheraBand. All other equipment will be provided by the studio.

Acting
This class will include improv games, actor's warm-ups, body position (while on stage), and projection. Other things that will be covered are basic auditioning, stage terms, writing down and learning blocking, working with props, line memorization, timing and delivery, character development, staying in character while on stage and performance basics.

Vocal Classes
Will cover good singing technique including posture, breath, projection, intonation, and rhythm. Students will also work on blending and harmony in a choir using both worship and musical theater music! Taught by Kristi Hill.

Swing Dance
Swing dancing is a fun, social dance that involves easy to learn movement, exciting steps and great music. It dates all the way from the Jazz Age, the 1920s, and has continued to be a popular form of dancing. There are many different styles of swing dancing, each has it’s own tempo, steps and tricks. In this class, we will be learning the basics of East Coast, Lindy and Charleston styles. Come join us as we dance the summer away by learning this fun style of social dancing! Bring a partner, or show up solo.

Tap
From the old style of vaudeville and hoofers, to the modern-day hitters, tap spans the decades and the globe.  We will explore historical dances and even put our own twist on the traditions. Technique and body alignment are the central focus of class while building on choreography. Music from every generation will help us to work on musicality, tone, shading, counterpoint and, of course, style!
In order to enroll in Tap 3-5, students must have been promoted from another Tap level or have been placed by an instructor after evaluation at a Placement Day.

Worship Dance
Lyrical/Worship is a fusion of ballet with jazz and contemporary techniques. It emphasizes interpretation of music lyrics while telling a story with movement that can be fluid or abstract. The dancer is taught to interpret his or her movement with feeling, motion and style. They will learn to tell a story or create the picture of the song. This style combines the fluid beauty of ballet with the more sharp moves in jazz. An emphasis is placed on personal prayer and exploration of God’s Word through improvisation time in class. We will focus on cultivating individual expression and innovation through creative worship while also learning to dance lyrically and using Scripture and words to worship songs as motivation for our movement.
In order to enroll in Worship 3, students must meet the age requirement.  Additionally, the concurrent enrollment requirement for Worship 3 is a Ballet, Jazz, Modern, or Contemporary class, level 3 or above, or at least one full year of Ballet, Jazz, Modern, or Contemporary training within the last two years, level 3 or above.  This is what differentiates a Worship 3 student from a Worship Teen student.