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Dance Classes

 
  AGES 2-6  

 

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Dancing Princesses (2-5):

 

Students are encouraged to play dress up and come to this class to find their inner princess! Students use movement activities, stories, and games to enhance cognitive development and gross motor skills. They also learn about manners, self esteem, sharing, and functioning in a classroom setting without their parents. These are all important skills that will help children as they move into preschool. While parents do not participate in this class, they are asked to remain on the premises.

 

Little Rock Starz (3-5)

 

In the Little Rock Starz program, boys and girls ages 3-5 will learn what it takes to be a star performer! Whether they are jamming out on the microphone, playing musical instruments, or showing off their dance moves, these Triple Threat Tots will have all the foundational skills needed for a performing arts education and a lifelong appreciation of music and dance.

 

 

Funky Jazz/Tumble (3-4)

Ballet/Tap (3-4)

Ballet/Jazz/Tumble (4-6)

 

Combination classes focus on the basic dance techniques of ballet, jazz, tap, and tumbling. These introductory classes are designed to provide students with a foundation of dance skills while promoting motor development, listening skills, peer interaction, discipline, and classroom etiquette. Through FUN and structured activities and combinations, students are introduced to simple ballet positions, tap steps, jazz choreography, and/or tumbling. Above all, they are designed to give students a LOVE of dance!

 

Flip Hop (5-7):

 

Flip hop is a combination of tumbling and hip hop. In this "kid-friendly" hip hop class, students will learn the latest hip hop and breaking moves, incorporating a variety of tumbling skills. They will also work on strength and flexibility, in a safe and fun way! This is a must-take for kids interested in tumbling, hip hop, or preparing for pom and cheer.

 

Applause Musical Theater & Pop Academy (3-16):

 

Applause is our Musical Theater & Pop Academy for kids aged 3-12. In this class, students learn what it takes to be a true Broadway Performer or Pop Star! Students are introduced to dance, drama, and voice, and get a chance to learn an entire Broadway-style revue show, which they perform in the community at the end of each semester. They also learn to use professional wireless microphones, giving them that feeling of "star quality" like Hannah Montana, or the stars of movies like Camp Rock & High School Musical. Applause is a great way to start kids in the performing arts because they are able to “try out” several forms of the performing arts at once. Applause is considered one of Studio 3’s Performing Companies. 5 8 Click Here to learn more information.

 

 

 

 

AGES 6 & up  

Funky Jazz/Hip Hop (6+):

 

This high energy dance class will introduce students to the basics of hip hop and "funky jazz", including the latest hip hop trends & breaking moves, and foundational jazz skills, such as leaps and turns. Students will also learn to do isolations, and high energy movements with lots of STYLE! At Studio 3, we believe in “G-rated” hip hop for kids. All movement and costumes will be modest & age appropriate. All music will be free of questionable lyrics & content.

 

Tumbling (6+):

 

These classes are designed for students to build a foundation in tumbling and acrobatic dance. Students will practice proper warm-up and stretching techniques, and learn tumbling skills such as somersaults, headstands, handstands, backbends, walkovers, cartwheels, and roundoffs. As the level of class progresses, they will begin more difficult skills such as handsprings, partner stunting/weight share, barrels, butterflies, and other acrobatic dance moves.

 

Fitness Zone Dance Conditioning (All Ages)

 

Fitness Zone classes are the perfect combination of cardio, strength training, and flexibility to get your body in the Zone! This class is perfect for dancers wanting to tone and strengthen their body, or anyone else just looking to get a good workout. Learn how to stretch safely and efficiently, while avoiding injury. A must for the serious dancer!

 

BOYS ONLY Hip Hop/Jazz (6+)

 

This high-energy class is for BOYS ONLY! Learn the latest hip hop and break moves in a fun and supportive environment! Boys will also be introduced to basic turns and jumps, while increasing their strength, flexibility, and STYLE! This class is performing for boys interested in musical theater, dance, or just want to have a good time!

 

Showstoppers (6-18):

 

The Studio 3 Showstoppers are our elite group of “triple-threat” performers. These students are invited or auditioned into the company where they study dance, drama, and voice & perform all over the community each year.  5 8 Click Here to learn more information

 

AGES 8 & up  

 

Ballet I. II, III, & IV(8+):

 

Ballet is the foundation of all styles of dance. Through learning proper ballet technique, students are able to develop the proper alignment, balance, flexibility, and strength that is necessary for jazz, lyrical, contemporary, and other styles of dance. Students transition from barre exercises, to across the floor and center combinations, all aimed at developing proper ballet technique, styling, and performance qualities.

 

Pointe/Pre-Pointe: *audition required

 

This extension to the ballet program allows students to get a more in-depth ballet education. Pointe students will work on strengthening the ankle and leg muscles, and learning how to dance safely while en pointe. Progression will be made from barre to center work as the student is ready. Pre-pointe students may be asked to participate without pointe shoes to build strength and learn correct ballet technique, before moving on to pointe work.

 

Jazz I, II, III, & IV (8+):

 

Jazz is a stylized form of dance based strongly in ballet technique. Students focus on various techniques and skills such as turns, leaps, jumps, and other jazz steps to upbeat music with lots of style! These classes focus on using proper technique while emphasizing stage presence and performing qualities. Teachers may also choose to include lyrical, precision, or contemporary styles to increase students’ style vocabulary.

 

Tap I, II, III, IV (8+)

 

Tap is all about rhythm and style! This exciting dance form challenges dancers to create sounds, rhythms and syncopation with their feet.  Students will learn fundamental tap and time steps as well as combination step which increase in difficulty as they progress to each level

 

 

Lyrical/Contemporary (Beg/Int or Adv)

 

Lyrical is an expressive style of dance based on ballet and jazz technique. A very stylistic, emotional dance, students focus heavily on performance qualities, so previous experience in dance is strongly recommended. This is a great class for the dancer who wants to increase their stage presence and performance technique!

 

Hip Hop/Break

 

This high energy dance class will introduce students to the basics of hip hop, including the latest hip hop trends & breaking. This class is great for the student who just wants to come & get funky as well as the serious dancer looking to improve their hip hop skills. All movement will be modest & age appropriate, and music will be free of questionable lyrics and content

 

Applause Musical Theater & Pop Academy (3-16):

 

Applause is our Musical Theater & Pop Academy for kids aged 3-12. In this class, students learn what it takes to be a true Broadway Performer or Pop Star! Students are introduced to dance, drama, and voice, and get a chance to learn an entire Broadway-style revue show, which they perform in the community at the end of each semester. They also learn to use professional wireless microphones, giving them that feeling of "star quality" like Hannah Montana, or the stars of movies like Camp Rock & High School Musical. Applause is a great way to start kids in the performing arts because they are able to “try out” several forms of the performing arts at once. Applause is considered one of Studio 3’s Performing Companies. 5 8 Click Here to learn more information.

 

Studio 3 Showstoppers (6-18)

 

The Studio 3 Showstoppers are our elite group of “triple-threat” performers. Students in this audition based program study dance, drama, and voice, and have several performing experiences throughout the semester.  5 8 Click Here to learn more information.

 

Studio 3DC - Competitive Dance Company (10-18):

 

3DC is a learning-based competition level dance company. This rigorous program includes ballet, pointe/pre-pointe, jazz, tap, lyrical/contemporary, hip hop, fitness and tumbling. Students must be focused and versatile dancers to audition for the company. Participation in competitions and conventions is required.  5 8 Click Here to learn more information about Studio 3DC.

 

Dance Pro - Weekly Master Classes

 

In this weekly master class series, intermediate/advanced dancers will have the chance to work with award-winning choreographers and dancers in a variety of styles. Drop in rates apply for this class.

 

 

Adult Jazz & Lyrical (18+) & Adult Tap (18+)

 

Whether you are a seasoned dancer looking to get back into dancing, or just someone who wants to start dancing later in life, this is the class for you! Students will study the basic techniques of ballet, jazz, hip hop, tap and/or lyrical, while also getting an amazing workout! We will also do combinations to help with technique and performance qualities.

 

 

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