M&M's
(2 years)
The “Mommy & Me” class is designed to have mommy participate with her 2 yr. old. Wear comfortable clothing because you will be on the floor most of the class. Includes gross motor skills and developmental exercises for social interaction.
Tiptoe Tots (3’s)
This class is a big hit with the 3 yr. olds but does not include “Mommy”. The emphasis in FUN and the focus is placed on early physical and social development. The core of this class is gross motor skill development & coordination such as jumping, hopping, and galloping. Incorporated are the social skills as in taking turns and learning to cooperate in a group. Musical awareness, rhythm and movement are taught through playing make believe.
Primary Ballet & Tap (K)
Students learn the basics of rhythm and enjoyment of creative dance movement through Ballet and Tap. The basics of barre will be introduced. In addition, emphasis on developing self-confidence, poise, balance, coordination and social skills are stressed. Correct dance terminology is taught as the students learn technique. Memorization skills are developed through learning simple dance routines. These classes are offered to Kindergarten age students.
Ballet & Tap Combination
(5-6 yr. olds & 7-9 yr. olds)
These classes are designed for students with little or no dance experience who show an interest in dance, but have not yet developed a focus on a particular dance form. The classes combine dance forms to build knowledge of each as they move into our more intensive levels. As we refine the basics of technique, we stress memorization of skills and terminology in each dance form. Dance routines will be taught in both ballet and tap.
Ballet ~ The Backbone of Dance
The roots of Classical Ballet can be traced back hundreds of years to France & Italy. Since ballet is the basis for all dance forms, all students are encouraged to take ballet. Our goal is to develop a disciplined dancer through barre, center floor practice and combinations suited to age and ability while developing body strength, self assurance, poise and grace. Ballet is required of all students desiring to participate on Dance Teams.
Pointe
Students will only be permitted to enroll at the discretion of the instructor. Students already en pointe transferring into Elite Dance Co. will be required to take a placement class before being permitted to continue pointe work.
Jazz ~ Stylistic and Energetic
Jazz roots come from ballet and modern. Jazz styles are ever changing and are adaptable to past and current music. Students gain flexibility, strength, balance and control of movement. Routines are taught based on ability levels. Ballet is strongly recommended.
Lyrical ~ Contemporary
Lyrical dance emphasizes strong line and emotional feeling while telling a story. Lyrical combines the grace of ballet and the strength and flexibility of Jazz and Modern. Ballet is required and Jazz is recommended.
Tap ~ The Rhythm Teacher
Starting in America in the 19th century with roots in Africa and Ireland, tap has become increasingly popular with students of all ages. Tap is also a great form of exercise especially for those with limited capability. It is energetic and produces endurance, balance and stamina. Tap has its own vocabulary and combines rhythm of footwork and clarity of sounds, patterns and progressions from the entry level to the advanced student.
Jumps, Leaps & Turns
The Jumps, Leaps and Turns class is intended for dancers at Level 3 and above. The class is taught so that dancers work at their own level. This class gives the dancer the time to perfect the more unique and difficult jumps and turns that the normal class time does not allow for.
Competition Teams
This class is designed for students that would like to participate on our competitions teams to have the opportunity to perform and compete. Elite Dance Co. does NOT focus on the competitive aspect as much as learning to work as a team, self confidence and furthering the performance skills needed transfer a student from a classroom dancer to a stage performer. We will attend one or two regional (within a 25 mile radius of Mundelein) competitions this year.
Modern
Modern teaches spatial awareness, use of center core strength and control of movement.
Adult Classes
We encourage adults that want to start exercising, but dislike exercising, to enroll in dance. It has many of the same benefits such as producing energy, stamina and balance while increasing muscle tone. FUN for all!
Our Class Sizes
Class size is vital to achievement. Extremely large classes allow for only minimal individual student-teacher time. Elite Dance Co. limits class size to allow plenty of time for individual correction and compliments. We believe if a student feels important, he or she will begin to achieve their potential. Our 2-3 year old class sizes are limited to 10. Our students’ ages 4- and older are limited to 15.
Student Concert
Our dance year culminates in a year end concert held at the beginning of June. The concert gives our students the opportunity to perform on a stage in a professional setting. They will perform a dance piece for each class they are enrolled in. Combination classes ( 2 dance forms) will perform 2 dance pieces. This is a very exciting time of year for everyone. Our concert stage is set with professional lighting and scenery. Although not mandatory, all students are invited to participate. Costumes and tickets are not included in the class tuition.
Tutu's & Taps
(3.5 - 4 years)
This class structure bridges the toddler (2.5 -3) to the pre school age student. It moves at a faster change of pace to match the attention span of the young student. Very basic fundamentals suited to this age will be taught in tap and ballet along with song and dance, finger plays and circle dances. The objective of this class is to teach fundamentals of pre - ballet and tap while socially integrating the students in cooperation, taking turns, self control and taking direction.
Ballet & Jazz Combination
This class is designed to give the beginning student an opportunity to try different dance forms in one class. Students will learn the fundamentals of ballet & jazz through barre, center floor work and progressions. Dance routines will be taught in both forms to incorporate their technique.
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