Twinkle Stars – This class is filled with technique in jazz, ballet and tap for children ages four and five. Students will enjoy this structured class that promotes proper technique, choreography and social skills. Tan slip on Jazz, Pink Ballet and Black cross strap tap shoes are required for this class. Students will use all three types of shoes in every class they attend. This is an hour long class.
Tap/Jazz – At Jill’s Dance we offer Tap/Jazz dance classes for ages six and up. Our program focuses on teaching a strong base that can be added to as the student advances. Tap/Jazz is a great class for increasing flexibility and building memory skills. The Tap/Jazz class includes techniques and choreography in the area of tap and jazz dance. Tan slip on jazz and tan slip on tap shoes are required. This is an hour long class.
Ballet/ Pointe/ Baby Ballet – In this class students develop grace, musicality, and elegant lines as they learn ballet technique and terminology. We draw from traditional and contemporary methodologies focusing on anatomically sound principals and the joy of moving. This class provides a strong foundation for continued training in ballet and other forms of dance. Classes are offered for ages two through eighteen (only 12+ for Pointe). Pink ballet shoes are required for Ballet and Baby Ballet/ Pointe Shoes are required for Pointe. These are hour long classes.
Cheer– The Cheer class teaches arm movements, jumps, chants, stunts and choreography. Upper level classes will do tumbling. Cheer is also great for building lasting friendships and learning how to work together as a team. Classes are offered for ages six and up. Tennis shoes are required. This is an hour long class.
Broadway– Broadway is a combination dance class that focuses on Broadway dance styling. This class uses Broadway music and teaches children ages six and up how to use dance to act out their favorite musicals! Black jazz sneakers. This is an hour long class.
Hip-Hop/ Hip-Hoppers- Very fast moving class consisting of strengthening, cardio and the latest dance moves. With the integration of R & B, street jazz and different styles of hip-hop, this class is a fun and energetic experience that is geared toward all age levels. Hip-Hop classes are for students ages six and up. Hip-Hoppers is for ages two through five, only 2 two year olds per class. Black jazz sneakers are required. Both classes are one hour long.
Dance Company – Dance Company is made up of two teams, an intermediate team called the Douglas Darlings and an advanced team called the Douglas Dolls. Both Dance Companies will perform at different events within the community. Students will also be expected to do volunteer work and participate in extra fundraisers for performing costumes and competition fees. Tan slip on jazz shoes, pink ballet shoes and tan dance paws are required. Both dance companies have two one hour classes each week. Advanced company has two half hour private lessons each month for solos, duets, trios and small groups.
Baby Tap -Tap is a style of American theatrical dance, distinguished by percussive footwork and rhythms. Our tap classes stress the basics of tap while also teaching musicality and rhythm. Black tap shoes are required, black cross strap shoes for girls, slip on back tap shoes for boys. This class is one hour long for ages two through five, only 2 two year olds per class.
Ballroom - Ever want to learn to do the tango? How about the foxtrot? The salsa? If so this is the class for you. Students learn a new dance style each week. Put on those dancing shoes and come on in for a blast! Typical attire for this class is anything comfortable! You may wear whatever you might wear out on the town or just your comfy cozy clothes! We suggest that you wear the type of shoes you would wear out dancing at night! This hour long class is offered for adults in September, January and June.
Country Swing - The class will cover the basic two step as well as swing dance transitions, spins, and dips. Students will be able to dance at social events and local dancing establishments with ease at the conclusion of the class. This will be a very relaxed setting with lots of one-on-one instruction. Partners are required for the class. This hour long class is offered for adults in October, February and June.
Tap/Jazz – At Jill’s Dance we offer Tap/Jazz dance classes for ages six and up. Our program focuses on teaching a strong base that can be added to as the student advances. Tap/Jazz is a great class for increasing flexibility and building memory skills. The Tap/Jazz class includes techniques and choreography in the area of tap and jazz dance. Tan slip on jazz and tan slip on tap shoes are required. This is an hour long class.
Ballet/ Pointe/ Baby Ballet – In this class students develop grace, musicality, and elegant lines as they learn ballet technique and terminology. We draw from traditional and contemporary methodologies focusing on anatomically sound principals and the joy of moving. This class provides a strong foundation for continued training in ballet and other forms of dance. Classes are offered for ages two through eighteen (only 12+ for Pointe). Pink ballet shoes are required for Ballet and Baby Ballet/ Pointe Shoes are required for Pointe. These are hour long classes.
Cheer– The Cheer class teaches arm movements, jumps, chants, stunts and choreography. Upper level classes will do tumbling. Cheer is also great for building lasting friendships and learning how to work together as a team. Classes are offered for ages six and up. Tennis shoes are required. This is an hour long class.
Broadway– Broadway is a combination dance class that focuses on Broadway dance styling. This class uses Broadway music and teaches children ages six and up how to use dance to act out their favorite musicals! Black jazz sneakers. This is an hour long class.
Hip-Hop/ Hip-Hoppers- Very fast moving class consisting of strengthening, cardio and the latest dance moves. With the integration of R & B, street jazz and different styles of hip-hop, this class is a fun and energetic experience that is geared toward all age levels. Hip-Hop classes are for students ages six and up. Hip-Hoppers is for ages two through five, only 2 two year olds per class. Black jazz sneakers are required. Both classes are one hour long.
Dance Company – Dance Company is made up of two teams, an intermediate team called the Douglas Darlings and an advanced team called the Douglas Dolls. Both Dance Companies will perform at different events within the community. Students will also be expected to do volunteer work and participate in extra fundraisers for performing costumes and competition fees. Tan slip on jazz shoes, pink ballet shoes and tan dance paws are required. Both dance companies have two one hour classes each week. Advanced company has two half hour private lessons each month for solos, duets, trios and small groups.
Baby Tap -Tap is a style of American theatrical dance, distinguished by percussive footwork and rhythms. Our tap classes stress the basics of tap while also teaching musicality and rhythm. Black tap shoes are required, black cross strap shoes for girls, slip on back tap shoes for boys. This class is one hour long for ages two through five, only 2 two year olds per class.
Ballroom - Ever want to learn to do the tango? How about the foxtrot? The salsa? If so this is the class for you. Students learn a new dance style each week. Put on those dancing shoes and come on in for a blast! Typical attire for this class is anything comfortable! You may wear whatever you might wear out on the town or just your comfy cozy clothes! We suggest that you wear the type of shoes you would wear out dancing at night! This hour long class is offered for adults in September, January and June.
Country Swing - The class will cover the basic two step as well as swing dance transitions, spins, and dips. Students will be able to dance at social events and local dancing establishments with ease at the conclusion of the class. This will be a very relaxed setting with lots of one-on-one instruction. Partners are required for the class. This hour long class is offered for adults in October, February and June.
