We are pleased to include new class options for our students ages 7yrs. and above for the 2022/23 Season.  

Please note, class schedule options for levels designed for students 7+yrs. and above will not be specified until the end of Spring due to the large amount of scheduling requests we receive.  

Applicants will select class styles from the list below of their interest.  Students will be placed into respective classes based on age, ability, and previous training at the discretion of the faculty.  An initial registration confirmation will be sent once we have received your initial class requests, registration payment.  A follow-up confirmation will be sent with your detailed class schedule and placement.

We offer trial sessions for new student applicants to determine the best class level and scheduling options available for the incoming student.  Please contact our office at frontdesk@VariationsStudio.com to begin setting up your Trial session for placement purposes. 

Ages 7+ Class Descriptions

BALLET TECHNIQUE:

Classical ballet is the foundation for all other styles of dance. This class will help students develop poise, grace, and balance. Students will progress to pointe with the teacher's guidance and approval. This course does not participate in the culminating Spring performance, as it will focus on ballet technique throughout the year.

PRE-POINTE:

Pre-pointe is designed to strengthen ballet students who wish to advance to pointe and ballet students who want to continue their pointe training. Students must also have taken this class to progress to pointe.  This course does not participate in the culminating Spring performance, as it will focus on ballet technique throughout the year. Please note, students must be registered for one of our ballet technique classes to participate in our pre-pointe class offering.

POINTE:

Pointe classes are designed for students with previous ballet training. Students must have permission prior to starting pointe. Students will utilize previously learned ballet technique while working in pointe shoes. Pointe class will include barre exercises, center floor work and across the floor combinations. These exercises focus on strengthening the feet and ankles.  This course does not participate in the culminating Spring performance, as it will focus on pointe technique throughout the year.

POINTE FUNDAMENTALS:

Pointe Fundamentals is an additional pointe technique class for students to further develop their ankle strength and alignment, for dancers ages 13+ (senior company levels). Dancers will have additional time through the class to properly train on pointe. This course does not participate in the culminating Spring performance.

2022/23 VARIATIONS COMPANY PROGRAM:

This is for the serious student who would like additional performance opportunities in addition to our culminating Spring performance.  Company members will participate in our Annual Nutcracker performance series in December and our Company Performance Series in the Spring.  All students enrolled in the Company course must also be taking the recommended ballet course at Variations. Dancers who wish to perform in the spring performance series, but do not wish to participate in The Nutcracker, can join this course beginning in January, but will have to order their costume in the Fall. 

JAZZ:

Jazz is a fun and energetic type of dance. We will work to upbeat popular music and strongly emphasize technique. We will work on strengthening and conditioning as well as learning the latest dance moves. Dancers will perform in the culminating Spring Performance with this class. 

LEAPS & TURNS:

This is an additional jazz technique class for dancers ages 10+ (junior and senior levels). Dancers will focus specifically on the techniques and fundamentals of leaps and turns throughout the year, while improving flexibility, alignment and movement quality. This course does not participate in the culminating Spring performance. 

LYRICAL:

The Lyrical classes are designed for dancers ages 7-11, as an introduction of lyrical skills through a mix of ballet and jazz technique. There is a focus on self expression through creativity and storytelling through fluid and technique movement. Dancers will perform in the culminating Spring Performance with this class. 

CONTEMPORARY:

Contemporary is a style of dance that mixes ballet and jazz steps to create fluid, yet technical movements. The contemporary classes are designed for dancers 10+. We will work on strengthening the performance quality of each student while focusing on technique. As dancers grow and mature, so does the dancing in contemporary classes, focusing on storytelling and emotion behind movement and choreography. Dancers will perform in the culminating Spring Performance with this class. 

BROADWAY:

The Broadway class for dancers ages 9-12 that incorporates jazz technique with Musical Theatre style choreography. There is a focus on performance, stage presence, and musicality. Emphasis will also be placed on learning performance skills such as connecting with the audience and telling a story. This is a great class for students interested in Musical Theatre! Dancers will perform in the culminating Spring Performance with this class. 

ACRO FOR DANCERS:

Acro for dancers will focus on fundamental acrobatic technique specific for dancers. There are four different levels for the acro classes and dancers will be placed upon skill level at the discretion of Variations Staff. Dancers will build strength and flexibility to properly perform acrobatics skills. Classes will focus on proper placement and body alignment with emphasis on strength and flexibility required to perform proper acrobatic technique. Dancers will learn the basics and progress to advancing their skills through a structured environment to develop and improve tricks. This course does not participate in the culminating Spring performance. 

HIP HOP:

The Hip Hop class is a high energy dance class teaching coordination, rhythm, and balance through age appropriate movements set to fun upbeat music. Hip Hop is an energetic form of dance, encouraging dancers' self confidence by stepping outside of the box by bringing their own individual style and personality.  Dancers will improve flexibility and coordination through fun movements and exercises. Hip Hop instills rhythm and helps dancers focus on patterning while developing muscle memory. This class has basic movement concepts such as levels, space, and tempo, while also beginning to develop muscle strength and movement awareness. Dancers will perform in the culminating Spring Performance with this class. 

TAP:

Tap class is one of the most traditional forms of dance using special shoes to create different rhythms, sounds & patterns, for dancers ages 10+ (Junior and Senior company levels). Dancers will develop an understanding of rhythm, music theory, and the mechanics that the body requires to “play” their instrument. Tap is great for developing musicality, coordination skills, pattern recognition, memorization skills, and problem/puzzle solving. We will have exercises that focus on building flexibility of the knee and ankles, coordination, and speed of movement.Encourages confidence in a welcoming and judge free environment. Dancers will perform in the culminating Spring Performance with this class. 

BALLROOM:

The Ballroom class will introduce dancers to the five styles of traditional Latin Ballroom Dance (Cha-Cha, Jive, Samba, Paso Doble, and Rumba), and create a solid technical foundation primarily focusing on Jive and Cha-Cha. The Jive is recognized as a much more energetic version of the Jitterbug with lively music and fast footwork. The Cha-Cha is one of the most popular forms of Latin Ballroom dance. It has Cuban roots and one-two-three rhythms and is nothing but and full of movement. Both styles require no level of previous experience to have fun and let the music move you!

2022/23 VARIATIONS COMPETITION TEAM:

The Competition Team is an additional competitive performance opportunity that allows for our students to travel and be exposed to various instructors in the commercial industry.  Members must be participating in the Variations Company program and be enrolled in Jazz to be considered for the Competition Team. Please select the competition team course option at registration to be added to our interest list and receive more information about the team expectations, requirements, and audition information.

If you are interested in participating in the Competition Team but have not participated in Variations dance classes previously, please contact us at CompetitionTeam@VariationsStudio.com to set up a time to discuss this opportunity. Auditions for the Competition Team will take place in Spring 2022.