WE'RE BACK IN STUDIO!
REGISTRATION FOR SUMMER CLASSES IS OPEN!
Our four week summer session begins Monday, July 5. Weekly classes are available for ages 3+ in Creative Movement, Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Modern, and Musical Theatre. Dancers must wear masks at all times and maintain 6 feet distance between classmates and instructors. Please review all BDA COVID-19 Policies and Procedures prior to attending classes in studio.
Review class descriptions, scheduling info, and tuition below:
Our four week summer session begins Monday, July 5. Weekly classes are available for ages 3+ in Creative Movement, Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Modern, and Musical Theatre. Dancers must wear masks at all times and maintain 6 feet distance between classmates and instructors. Please review all BDA COVID-19 Policies and Procedures prior to attending classes in studio.
Review class descriptions, scheduling info, and tuition below:
CREATIVE MOVEMENT
CREATIVE MOVEMENT (Ages 3-5)
Thursdays 5:15-6:00pm, $35 summer
Younger students are introduced to the basics of dance in a fun, creative way focusing on the joy of dance through imaginative stories, music and games, while also providing developmentally focused movement experiences that will be used later in formal ballet classes. Classes are narrative in nature as students are led through a series of movement stories and ballet/tap based activities that appeal to both girls and boys. (Instructor: AC Gregg)
CREATIVE MOVEMENT (Ages 3-5)
Thursdays 5:15-6:00pm, $35 summer
Younger students are introduced to the basics of dance in a fun, creative way focusing on the joy of dance through imaginative stories, music and games, while also providing developmentally focused movement experiences that will be used later in formal ballet classes. Classes are narrative in nature as students are led through a series of movement stories and ballet/tap based activities that appeal to both girls and boys. (Instructor: AC Gregg)
INTRO TO BALLET & TAP
PRE - BALLET / TAP (Ages 5+, must have started Kindergarten)
Thursdays 4:15-5:15pm, $45 summer
Younger students are introduced to the basics of dance in a fun, creative way focusing on the joy of dance through imaginative stories, music and games, while also providing developmentally focused movement experiences that will be used later in formal ballet classes. Classes are narrative in nature as students are led through a series of movement stories and ballet/tap based activities that appeal to both girls and boys.
The goal of the ballet portion of class is to impart the fundamentals of classical ballet and is a prelude to formal ballet instruction. Classes will introduce children to music and movement through a structured classroom that emphasizes creativity and group interactions. Students will understand turn-out, coordination, proper body alignment, French terminology, and musicality. Students will also be presented to elementary barre and center work.
Tap class is often characterized by rhythm, dynamics, and varying sounds created by the dancer. The class emphasizes proper tap technique, producing clear tap sounds, and having fun. Exercises in this class will focus on building flexibility of the knees and ankles, coordination, and speed appropriate movement. (Instructor: AC Gregg)
PRE - BALLET / TAP (Ages 5+, must have started Kindergarten)
Thursdays 4:15-5:15pm, $45 summer
Younger students are introduced to the basics of dance in a fun, creative way focusing on the joy of dance through imaginative stories, music and games, while also providing developmentally focused movement experiences that will be used later in formal ballet classes. Classes are narrative in nature as students are led through a series of movement stories and ballet/tap based activities that appeal to both girls and boys.
The goal of the ballet portion of class is to impart the fundamentals of classical ballet and is a prelude to formal ballet instruction. Classes will introduce children to music and movement through a structured classroom that emphasizes creativity and group interactions. Students will understand turn-out, coordination, proper body alignment, French terminology, and musicality. Students will also be presented to elementary barre and center work.
Tap class is often characterized by rhythm, dynamics, and varying sounds created by the dancer. The class emphasizes proper tap technique, producing clear tap sounds, and having fun. Exercises in this class will focus on building flexibility of the knees and ankles, coordination, and speed appropriate movement. (Instructor: AC Gregg)
BALLET
BALLET I (By placement)
Thursdays 5:45-6:30pm, $35 summer
Dancers will couple learning proper terminology and reasoning for ballet exercises and positions, with the fun of dancing combinations. New vocabulary continues to be introduced and more challenging exercises are developed. Each exercise is designed to strengthen a specific area of the body and create musculature necessary for the demands of classical ballet. Correct turnout and posture are expected from students in this level. (Instructor: Elisabeth Bartholomew)
BALLET II (By placement)
Tuesdays 4:15-5:00pm, $35 summer
As with each level, students are invited to this class after they have demonstrated a full understanding of the previous level. Body alignment and muscle awareness will determine progress. This class will focus on positions of the arms, direction of the body, increased movement vocabulary, and repetition and retention. Special attention is paid to the proper extension of the legs and shape of the feet and developing movement sequences. Students will see an increase in difficulty in barre and center work. (Instructor: Christina Muñoz Madsen)
BALLET III (By placement)
Tuesdays 5:30-6:30pm, $45 summer
Training at this level will become more serious and students are invited to this class once they have demonstrated full understanding of the previous level. This class will pay attention to fine details, use of the upper body, breath of movement and expression, as well as an increasingly advanced repertory of steps. Students will increase their skills in flexibility, strength, and rounding out their ballet vocabulary. Repetition and slow careful work is emphasized, with the students learning discipline and control of their bodies. (Instructor: Christina Muñoz Madsen)
PRE-POINTE (By placement)
Tuesdays 5:00-5:30pm, $25 summer
Pointe shoes require incredible strength in both the ankles and feet. Special exercises will be used to pinpoint the appropriate muscles so that dancers can ascend onto their toes safely and descend with control. The majority of the time spent in this class is at the barre. The curriculum allows ample time to help students build the strength and alignment necessary for pointe work. It also helps instructors assess readiness, which lessens the risk of injury once students are in their shoes. This class can be taken on flat or in pointe shoes at the instructor's discretion. (Instructor: Christina Muñoz Madsen)
POINTE (By placement)
Tuesdays 6:30-7:0pm, $25 summer
Dancing en pointe is a major goal in a dancer's journey and requires a tremendous amount of strength. Readiness for pointe work is determined by each student's personal strength and physical development. Students will utilize previously learned ballet technique while working in pointe shoes and will build control through the feet as well as proper shape and dexterity. Each class includes barre exercises, center floor work, and across the floor combinations. (Instructor: Christina Muñoz Madsen)
ADULT BALLET (Ages 18+)
Mondays 5:45-6:30pm, $35 summer
Wednesdays 11:30am-12:15pm, $35 summer
Ballet has a great number of physical, mental, and social benefits for students. Along with its many health advantages, ballet improves energy, cognitive development, posture, and even a student's artistic development. This class introduces the fundamentals of classical ballet through barre work, center combinations, and across the floor sequences. Classes are slow and thorough to ensure proper alignment and understanding. Maybe you took dance classes when you were young, maybe you never have and are thinking about starting as a beginner. No matter who you are, you don't have to be a professional ballerina to reap the benefits of this class. (Instructor: Katherine Greer)
BALLET I (By placement)
Thursdays 5:45-6:30pm, $35 summer
Dancers will couple learning proper terminology and reasoning for ballet exercises and positions, with the fun of dancing combinations. New vocabulary continues to be introduced and more challenging exercises are developed. Each exercise is designed to strengthen a specific area of the body and create musculature necessary for the demands of classical ballet. Correct turnout and posture are expected from students in this level. (Instructor: Elisabeth Bartholomew)
BALLET II (By placement)
Tuesdays 4:15-5:00pm, $35 summer
As with each level, students are invited to this class after they have demonstrated a full understanding of the previous level. Body alignment and muscle awareness will determine progress. This class will focus on positions of the arms, direction of the body, increased movement vocabulary, and repetition and retention. Special attention is paid to the proper extension of the legs and shape of the feet and developing movement sequences. Students will see an increase in difficulty in barre and center work. (Instructor: Christina Muñoz Madsen)
BALLET III (By placement)
Tuesdays 5:30-6:30pm, $45 summer
Training at this level will become more serious and students are invited to this class once they have demonstrated full understanding of the previous level. This class will pay attention to fine details, use of the upper body, breath of movement and expression, as well as an increasingly advanced repertory of steps. Students will increase their skills in flexibility, strength, and rounding out their ballet vocabulary. Repetition and slow careful work is emphasized, with the students learning discipline and control of their bodies. (Instructor: Christina Muñoz Madsen)
PRE-POINTE (By placement)
Tuesdays 5:00-5:30pm, $25 summer
Pointe shoes require incredible strength in both the ankles and feet. Special exercises will be used to pinpoint the appropriate muscles so that dancers can ascend onto their toes safely and descend with control. The majority of the time spent in this class is at the barre. The curriculum allows ample time to help students build the strength and alignment necessary for pointe work. It also helps instructors assess readiness, which lessens the risk of injury once students are in their shoes. This class can be taken on flat or in pointe shoes at the instructor's discretion. (Instructor: Christina Muñoz Madsen)
POINTE (By placement)
Tuesdays 6:30-7:0pm, $25 summer
Dancing en pointe is a major goal in a dancer's journey and requires a tremendous amount of strength. Readiness for pointe work is determined by each student's personal strength and physical development. Students will utilize previously learned ballet technique while working in pointe shoes and will build control through the feet as well as proper shape and dexterity. Each class includes barre exercises, center floor work, and across the floor combinations. (Instructor: Christina Muñoz Madsen)
ADULT BALLET (Ages 18+)
Mondays 5:45-6:30pm, $35 summer
Wednesdays 11:30am-12:15pm, $35 summer
Ballet has a great number of physical, mental, and social benefits for students. Along with its many health advantages, ballet improves energy, cognitive development, posture, and even a student's artistic development. This class introduces the fundamentals of classical ballet through barre work, center combinations, and across the floor sequences. Classes are slow and thorough to ensure proper alignment and understanding. Maybe you took dance classes when you were young, maybe you never have and are thinking about starting as a beginner. No matter who you are, you don't have to be a professional ballerina to reap the benefits of this class. (Instructor: Katherine Greer)
JAZZ – must be enrolled in a ballet class to take these classes
JAZZ I, JAZZ II, JAZZ III (By placement)
Jazz I - Thursdays 5:00-5:30pm, $35 summer
Jazz II - Tuesdays 6:15-7:00pm, $35 summer
Jazz III - Mondays 6:30-7:15pm, $35 summer
Jazz dance is energetic and fun, consisting of unique moves, fancy footwork, big leaps, and quick turns. To excel in jazz, dancers need a strong background in ballet, as it encourages grace and balance. These classes will give students an opportunity to push themselves technically while further developing their performative range and individual artistic voice. The warm-up, progressions, and combinations will use classic jazz techniques to develop students’ musicality, athleticism, alignment, and performance. Jazz styles include classical, jazz funk, street, and lyrical/contemporary.
JAZZ I, JAZZ II, JAZZ III (By placement)
Jazz I - Thursdays 5:00-5:30pm, $35 summer
Jazz II - Tuesdays 6:15-7:00pm, $35 summer
Jazz III - Mondays 6:30-7:15pm, $35 summer
Jazz dance is energetic and fun, consisting of unique moves, fancy footwork, big leaps, and quick turns. To excel in jazz, dancers need a strong background in ballet, as it encourages grace and balance. These classes will give students an opportunity to push themselves technically while further developing their performative range and individual artistic voice. The warm-up, progressions, and combinations will use classic jazz techniques to develop students’ musicality, athleticism, alignment, and performance. Jazz styles include classical, jazz funk, street, and lyrical/contemporary.
TAP
TAP I, TAP II, TAP III (By placement)
Tap I - Thursdays 6:30-7:15pm, $35 summer
Tap II - Tuesdays 5:30-6:15pm, $35 summer
Tap III - Mondays 4:15-5:00pm, $35 summer
Tap class is often characterized by rhythm, dynamics, and varying sounds created by the dancer. Students will continue to develop tap technique and terminology and will further develop skills including musicality and sound clarity with an added focus on increasing speed and developing style. (Instructors: Rosalyn Williams (Tap I, II), Katherine Greer (Tap III))
ADULT TAP I (Ages 18+)
Mondays 11:30am-12:15pm, $35 summer
Mondays 5:00-5:45pm, $35 summer
Get on your feet and make some noise! This beginner level class will focus on proper instruction of how to articulate your feet and ankles as well as explore musicality, rhythm, and syncopation. Students will work toward establishing fundamental tap movements, vocabulary, and will work on basic steps that progress into fun and lively dance combinations. (Instructor: Katherine Greer)
ADULT TAP II (Ages 18+ with at least two years of recent tap training)
Mondays 6:30-7:15pm, $35 summer
Tap dance uses the sound of the tap shoes hitting the floor as a percussive instrument. This class focuses on sharpening reflexes and improving memory skills and coordination through more intricate rhythms and combinations. Tap dancing is a great way to develop musicality, timing, and balance. (Instructor: Katherine Greer)
TAP I, TAP II, TAP III (By placement)
Tap I - Thursdays 6:30-7:15pm, $35 summer
Tap II - Tuesdays 5:30-6:15pm, $35 summer
Tap III - Mondays 4:15-5:00pm, $35 summer
Tap class is often characterized by rhythm, dynamics, and varying sounds created by the dancer. Students will continue to develop tap technique and terminology and will further develop skills including musicality and sound clarity with an added focus on increasing speed and developing style. (Instructors: Rosalyn Williams (Tap I, II), Katherine Greer (Tap III))
ADULT TAP I (Ages 18+)
Mondays 11:30am-12:15pm, $35 summer
Mondays 5:00-5:45pm, $35 summer
Get on your feet and make some noise! This beginner level class will focus on proper instruction of how to articulate your feet and ankles as well as explore musicality, rhythm, and syncopation. Students will work toward establishing fundamental tap movements, vocabulary, and will work on basic steps that progress into fun and lively dance combinations. (Instructor: Katherine Greer)
ADULT TAP II (Ages 18+ with at least two years of recent tap training)
Mondays 6:30-7:15pm, $35 summer
Tap dance uses the sound of the tap shoes hitting the floor as a percussive instrument. This class focuses on sharpening reflexes and improving memory skills and coordination through more intricate rhythms and combinations. Tap dancing is a great way to develop musicality, timing, and balance. (Instructor: Katherine Greer)
HIP HOP
HIP HOP I, HIP HOP II, HIP HOP III (By placement)
Hip Hop I - Tuesdays 5:00-5:30pm, $25 summer
Hip Hop II - Mondays 7:15-8:00pm, $35 summer
Hip Hop III - Tuesdays 7:00-7:45pm, $35 summer
Hip hop is an upbeat urban style of dance that is forever evolving. This will be a high-energy class that infuses the latest styles of street dancing, breaking, popping, and locking. Classes will encourage students to step outside of the box by bringing their own individual style and personality to the movements. Hip hop dance requires students to have the strength and stamina to successfully perform moves. Therefore, class includes upper and lower body conditioning as well as a rigorous warm-up to help prepare students for more intense movements.
HIP HOP I, HIP HOP II, HIP HOP III (By placement)
Hip Hop I - Tuesdays 5:00-5:30pm, $25 summer
Hip Hop II - Mondays 7:15-8:00pm, $35 summer
Hip Hop III - Tuesdays 7:00-7:45pm, $35 summer
Hip hop is an upbeat urban style of dance that is forever evolving. This will be a high-energy class that infuses the latest styles of street dancing, breaking, popping, and locking. Classes will encourage students to step outside of the box by bringing their own individual style and personality to the movements. Hip hop dance requires students to have the strength and stamina to successfully perform moves. Therefore, class includes upper and lower body conditioning as well as a rigorous warm-up to help prepare students for more intense movements.
MODERN – must be enrolled in a ballet class to take these classes
MODERN (Ages 10+ or placement)
Thursdays 7:15-8:00pm, $35 summer
Modern dance focuses on movement as a physical expression of emotion. These classes will incorporate and eclectic blend of post-modern movements including suspension and release, fall and recovery, and the use of momentum and movement. Modern dance allows students to explore their individual dance style outside of the structure of traditional ballet and jazz classes. (Instructor: Rosalyn Williams)
MODERN (Ages 10+ or placement)
Thursdays 7:15-8:00pm, $35 summer
Modern dance focuses on movement as a physical expression of emotion. These classes will incorporate and eclectic blend of post-modern movements including suspension and release, fall and recovery, and the use of momentum and movement. Modern dance allows students to explore their individual dance style outside of the structure of traditional ballet and jazz classes. (Instructor: Rosalyn Williams)
TURNS & PROGRESSIONS
TURNS & PROGRESSIONS (Ages 12+)
Mondays 5:45-6:30pm, $35 summer
Our Turns & Progressions class allows the dancer to focus on technical development outside of their weekly Ballet, Jazz, Modern, or Musical Theatre classes. This class will focus on the proper technique and execution for a variety of turns, leaps, jumps, and technical skills often utilized in jazz and contemporary styles. Part of the class will be spent with warm-up exercises designed to increase your muscle memory and understanding of how to approach the technical elements, while part of the class will combine various elements in across-the-floor combinations. This class will be taught by guest instructor, Jennie McNulty.
TURNS & PROGRESSIONS (Ages 12+)
Mondays 5:45-6:30pm, $35 summer
Our Turns & Progressions class allows the dancer to focus on technical development outside of their weekly Ballet, Jazz, Modern, or Musical Theatre classes. This class will focus on the proper technique and execution for a variety of turns, leaps, jumps, and technical skills often utilized in jazz and contemporary styles. Part of the class will be spent with warm-up exercises designed to increase your muscle memory and understanding of how to approach the technical elements, while part of the class will combine various elements in across-the-floor combinations. This class will be taught by guest instructor, Jennie McNulty.
MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE
MTD I (Ages 7-9*) - Tuesdays 4:30-5:00pm, $25 summer
MTD II (Ages 10-12*) - Mondays 4:15-5:00pm, $35 summer
MTD III (Ages 13+*) - Mondays 5:00-5:45pm, $35 summer
Adult MTD (Ages 18+) - Tuesdays 7:00-7:45pm, $35 summer
(*Or by placement)
Musical Theater Dance is the study of Broadway dance and dance styles. Emphasis will be placed on learning performance skills such as connecting with the audience and telling a story through dance by learning choreography from selected musicals. Jazz technique, stylization, and conditioning are also taught and will enhance students' dance education and future performing opportunities. (Instructors: Rosalyn Williams (MTD I), Antonio Horne (MTD II, III, Adult))
MTD I (Ages 7-9*) - Tuesdays 4:30-5:00pm, $25 summer
MTD II (Ages 10-12*) - Mondays 4:15-5:00pm, $35 summer
MTD III (Ages 13+*) - Mondays 5:00-5:45pm, $35 summer
Adult MTD (Ages 18+) - Tuesdays 7:00-7:45pm, $35 summer
(*Or by placement)
Musical Theater Dance is the study of Broadway dance and dance styles. Emphasis will be placed on learning performance skills such as connecting with the audience and telling a story through dance by learning choreography from selected musicals. Jazz technique, stylization, and conditioning are also taught and will enhance students' dance education and future performing opportunities. (Instructors: Rosalyn Williams (MTD I), Antonio Horne (MTD II, III, Adult))
ADULT DANCE CLASSES (18+)
ADULT BALLET
Mondays 5:45-6:30pm, $35 summer
Wednesdays 11:30am-12:15pm, $35 summer
Ballet has a great number of physical, mental, and social benefits for students. Along with its many health advantages, ballet improves energy, cognitive development, posture, and even a student's artisitic development. This class introduces the fundamentals of classical ballet through barre work, center combinations, and across the floor sequences. Classes are slow and thorough to ensure proper alignment and understanding. Maybe you took dance classes when you were young, maybe you never have and are thinking about starting as a beginner. No matter who you are, you don't have to be a professional ballerina to reap the benefits of this class. (Instructor: Katherine Greer)
ADULT TAP I
Mondays 11:30am-12:15pm, $35 summer
Mondays 5:00-5:45pm, $35 summer
Get on your feet and make some noise! This beginner level class will focus on proper instruction of how to articulate your feet and ankles as well as explore musicality, rhythm, and syncopation. Students will work toward establishing fundamental tap movements, vocabulary, and will work on basic steps that progress into fun and lively dance combinations. (Instructor: Katherine Greer)
ADULT TAP II (Requires at least two years of recent tap training)
Mondays 6:30-7:15pm, $35 summer
Tap dance uses the sound of the tap shoes hitting the floor as a percussive instrument. This class focuses on sharpening reflexes and improving memory skills and coordination through more intricate rhythms and combinations. Tap dancing is a great way to develop musicality, timing, and balance. (Instructor: Katherine Greer)
ADULT MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE
Tuesdays 7:00-7:45pm, $35 summer
Musical Theater Dance is the study of Broadway dance and dance styles. Emphasis will be placed on learning performance skills such as connecting with the audience and telling a story through dance by learning choreography from selected musicals. Jazz technique, stylization, and conditioning are also taught and will enhance students' dance education and future performing opportunities. (Instructor: Antonio Horne)
ADULT BALLET
Mondays 5:45-6:30pm, $35 summer
Wednesdays 11:30am-12:15pm, $35 summer
Ballet has a great number of physical, mental, and social benefits for students. Along with its many health advantages, ballet improves energy, cognitive development, posture, and even a student's artisitic development. This class introduces the fundamentals of classical ballet through barre work, center combinations, and across the floor sequences. Classes are slow and thorough to ensure proper alignment and understanding. Maybe you took dance classes when you were young, maybe you never have and are thinking about starting as a beginner. No matter who you are, you don't have to be a professional ballerina to reap the benefits of this class. (Instructor: Katherine Greer)
ADULT TAP I
Mondays 11:30am-12:15pm, $35 summer
Mondays 5:00-5:45pm, $35 summer
Get on your feet and make some noise! This beginner level class will focus on proper instruction of how to articulate your feet and ankles as well as explore musicality, rhythm, and syncopation. Students will work toward establishing fundamental tap movements, vocabulary, and will work on basic steps that progress into fun and lively dance combinations. (Instructor: Katherine Greer)
ADULT TAP II (Requires at least two years of recent tap training)
Mondays 6:30-7:15pm, $35 summer
Tap dance uses the sound of the tap shoes hitting the floor as a percussive instrument. This class focuses on sharpening reflexes and improving memory skills and coordination through more intricate rhythms and combinations. Tap dancing is a great way to develop musicality, timing, and balance. (Instructor: Katherine Greer)
ADULT MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE
Tuesdays 7:00-7:45pm, $35 summer
Musical Theater Dance is the study of Broadway dance and dance styles. Emphasis will be placed on learning performance skills such as connecting with the audience and telling a story through dance by learning choreography from selected musicals. Jazz technique, stylization, and conditioning are also taught and will enhance students' dance education and future performing opportunities. (Instructor: Antonio Horne)
PRIVATE INSTRUCTION
Dates and times based on Instructor availability
$30 / 30 minute lessons
$42 / 45 minute lessons
$55 / 60 minute lessons
If you are looking for in-depth instruction and customized training, private dance lessons are a great option! Whether you are a beginner who is not quite ready to dance in a class setting or you are an advanced dancer seeking to improve your artistry, private instruction offers undivided attention and an accelerated rate of learning techniques. Private instruction is available in all genres of dance offered at BDA.
Dates and times based on Instructor availability
$30 / 30 minute lessons
$42 / 45 minute lessons
$55 / 60 minute lessons
If you are looking for in-depth instruction and customized training, private dance lessons are a great option! Whether you are a beginner who is not quite ready to dance in a class setting or you are an advanced dancer seeking to improve your artistry, private instruction offers undivided attention and an accelerated rate of learning techniques. Private instruction is available in all genres of dance offered at BDA.