Class Descriptions

Ballet Performance

Must be in ballet technique classes and have previous years experience in ballet. Performance classes will develop technical and artistic accomplishments.

Contemporary

An expressive style of dance that combines Modern, Jazz, Lyrical and Ballet. Contemporary dance stresses versatility and freedom of movement. Must have a stong background in Jazz, Lyrical and Ballet to qualify for this class. Performance included.

Hip Hop

An exciting and artistic dance form which originates from funk and soul music and has developed into various styles including Popping and Locking, Breaking and other styles as seen on music videos. Performance included.

Musical Theatre

Musical Theatre is a combination of drama, theatre and dance. This discipline will put a comedic and dramatic twist to any dance class.

Tap

Original rhythmic styles and Al Gilberts Syllabus offered to all levels. Enjoy creating rhythm with your feet. Performance included.

Acro

The focus on these lessons is on acrobatic floor and mat skills. Flexibility, strength and tricks are taught to enhance a dancer’s overall presentation while performing. No performance with this class.

Ballet Technique and Pointe

Step by Step is pleased to offer classes in the internationally recognized Royal Academy of Dance syllabus, developed in London England. Through the syllabus, students begin to develop the balance, posture, flexibility, strength and the discipline required for all types of dance. Additionally, dancers will obtain a solid understanding of classical technique.
Examinations may be available to eligible students.

Pointe is an advanced, specialized, ballet technique. Pointe work requires specific physical strength and flexibility in the structure of the dancer’s foot, and a strong overall ballet technique. This class is available to students in the Extreme program by invitation from our teaching staff.

Jazz

A high energy performance class where students move to up beat dance music while incorporating leaps, turns, flexibility and tricks. Performance included.

Lyrical

An expressive style of dance that combines Ballet and Jazz. Dancers use movements to express emotions and interpretation of music. Ballet and Jazz training is a pre-requisite. Performance included.

Stretch + Tech and Conditioning

A combination of stretching, strength training and technique for leaps, turns and tricks. This class is recommended for all dancers who perform. This is a non performance class.

Teen

Beginner and experienced classes in Hip Hop, Jazz, Ballet, Lyrical and Tap are offered. Class schedule is designed so Teens can take multiple classes on one night. Performance included.