Dance ClassesThe experienced instructors at Ms. Patricia’s strive to develop each child’s natural abilities and also develop in them a love of movement and a love of dance that will last a lifetime. A wide range of classes are offered from the Creative Movement Classes for 18 month-2 ½ year olds, to ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, hip hop, pre-pointe and pointe classes for older students.
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Tot & Me |
This 30-minute class is for ages 18 months to 2 ½ years old, along with a parent or guardian. You and your tot will enjoy a fun obstacle course experiencing different pieces of equipment in our gym, spend some time in the dance room learning coordination and some introductory ballet moves such as plie and tendu. Most of all, this class focuses on strengthening the bond between you and your child!
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2 1/2 Year Olds |
This fun-filled class is a combination class that introduces students to dance and gymnastics. It includes colorful props and equipment, parachute fun and games. The class is 30 minutes, and extended to 45 minutes after Christmas.
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Baby 1 |
This class is for ages 3-4 and is a combo class of ballet and gymnastics, with tap added after Christmas. Students will learn basic dance skills such as plie, tendu, taps, and shuffles.
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Baby 2 |
This class is for 4-5 year olds and is where students will begin to take a separate hour-long ballet/tap class. Students will begin to learn a more varied skill set and perform longer dances.
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Primary |
These classes range from ages 5-11, through elementary and into middle school. Each class has a curriculum that is structured specifically for the needs of each age group. Classes are fun while presenting the dance steps and concepts such as direction, spatial awareness, and technique. Lively warm-up routines create confidence and teach musical timing while students begin to learn more advanced work.
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Level I |
Level I classes are the beginning of the Intermediate/Advanced skillset. Students typically reach this level between the ages of 12-13, but may be moved up at a younger age depending on skill level. Level I focuses on becoming familiar with the foundations of technique, terminology, and basic choreography. Students will remain in Level I until they complete all specifications to move on to Level II. Specifications can be found here.
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Level II |
Level II classes are the next step of the intermediate/advanced skillset. Students will move into these classes after meeting the specifications of Level I. Level II focuses on mastering the basics and learning multiple turns, more complex choreography, advanced technique, and performance skills, as well as introducing students to basic “tricks" in lyrical and jazz, such as shoulder rolls and illusions. Students will remain in level II until they have reached all specifications in order to move on to Level III. Specifications can be found here.
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Level III |
Level III is the most advanced level of dance. Students will move into these classes after meeting the specifications of Level II. Level III is for students who have mastered the basic skills of technique and are ready for fast, complex choreography, advanced tricks, complex turn sequences, and mastering the art of performance.
Only students in Level III may receive an invitation to the Aspire Dance Company. |
Pointe |
Pointe classes are for intermediate to advanced ballet dancers interested in performing in pointe shoes. A teacher must evaluate the student and deem their technique and strength adequate to ensure their safety while practicing and performing. Pre-pointe classes are available to those interested in gaining the strength and technique required for Pointe.
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210 Moseley Road
Byron, GA 31008 (478) 945-4512 |