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Class Description
Shay Fierce Dance Academy offers a wide range of dance classes to various levels of students, ages 2-18 years, based on their dance skill level or age.
Classes range from Level I to Level III or IV, except our Combo Classes. All level placements will be determined by Director and instructors. Dancers can be moved up or down based on the class objectives and progression. Please see our Policies for more information.
ACROBATICS
Acrobatics dance class is a fun and challenging way to improve your flexibility, strength, and coordination In this class, will learn various acrobatic moves such as flips cartwheels, and handstands, and how to incorporate them into dance routines. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced dancer this class is a way to push yourself and improve your skills. This Acrobatics class teaches the fundamentals of tumbling and acrobatics. Dancers will strengthen and stretch their muscles to better execute acrobatic tricks.
BROADWAY BABIES COMBO CLASSES
Ballet & Acrobatics
Tap & Jazz
Broadway Baby combo classes are for ages 2 to 3 years old. Baby Ballet & Acrobatics class is a fun and engaging activity for young children to learn the basics of ballet and acrobatic tumbling. The Baby Tap & Jazz class teaches preliminary movements of Tap and Jazz. In these classes, children will learn simple dance routines, improve their coordination and balance, and develop their creativity and imagination. With a focus on fun and play, Broadway Babies combo classes are a great way to introduce children to the of dance. Dancers will have fun learning loco-motor skills, coordination, and other foundational tools required for dance.
BALLET
Level I - IV
Ballet dance classes are a great way to improve your posture, flexibility, and. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced, our classes cater to all levels. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the of ballet technique, helping you to develop your skills and express yourself through graceful movement. Students will learn ballet steps, positions, and terminology as a foundation to other dance styles. Students will also learn how to gracefully move their bodies to ballet music and enhance their motor skills with various exercises. The class incorporates Barre work, jumps, leaps and turns. Join us today and discover the joy of ballet!
HIP HOP
Level I - III
Hip hop dance classes are a fun and energetic way to learn new moves and express yourself through dance. In these classes, you'll learn a variety of hip hop styles, from popping and locking to breaking and krumping. Hip-Hop includes a wide range of street styles and freestyle movements to upbeat, rhythmic music. This dance class will also focus on developing coordination, rhythm and listening skills while encouraging self-expression and individual style. Don’t be shy… this class pushes creativity in children and boosts confidence. All music and moves are age appropriate for girls and boys. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced, our classes are designed to challenge and inspire you. Join us today and let's get moving!
JAZZ
Level I - IV
Jazz is a type of dance class that focuses on the jazz dance style. It typically involves learning choreography to upbeat and dynamic music and incorporates a variety of jazz dance techniques such as isolations turns, and leaps. Jazz is a great way to improve your dance skills, get a workout, and have fun expressing yourself through dance. This class emphasizes rhythm, stretch and strengthening, and stylization within upbeat choreography. Jazz class also incorporates body isolation and alignment to expand the dancer’s leaps and turns learned in Ballet class. The style of Jazz encourages expressive movements and performance qualities in coordination with technique training.
MODERN
Horton Technique
Level I - II
The Horton Technique is a modern dance style that emphasizes strength, flexibility, and fluid of movement. In a typical class, students will engage in a series of exercises designed to improve their alignment, balance, and coordination. Through the use of dynamic movements and intricate footwork, dancers are able to express themselves in a unique and powerful way. Modern dance builds muscle strength while teaching focus and creativity through movement. Dancers will experience floor-work, jumps, partnering, and improvisation.
TAP
Level I - II
In this class, you'll learn the basics of tap dance, including rhythm, timing, and footwork. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced dancer, instructors will guide you through each and help you improve your technique. Tap dance is rhythmic tapping made by the dancer's tap shoes. This percussive dance form can be syncopated with or without music. Dancers will learn various tap dance steps along with the terminology to be able to perform complex footwork in combination with upper body movements. Tap dance teaches coordination and quick thinking skills.