Combo
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Combination class based in teaching Jazz and Tap fundamentals. This class focuses on technique, strength, coordination, exploring stylistic movement and expanding on musicality.
Tap
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A technique based class that focuses on using sounds of tap shoes striking the floor as a form of percussion. This class will expand on a Dancer’s musicality with an emphasis on rhythm and timing. Dancers will learn Tap skills and how to integrate sounds with that of the music.
Contemporary
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A movement based class that focuses on modern and “out of the box” thinking for stylistic purposes in movement. Dancers will learn organic movement, self-expression through artistry and improvisational skills.
Jazz
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A technique based class that focuses on teaching proper alignment and execution of Jazz technique with integrated stylistic movement. Dancers will learn how to execute a wide variety of Jazz skills such as but not limited to: emphasis on rhythm, groundedness, isolations, movement of hips, expanding on performance of technique skills, exploring theatrical performance of a variety of styles of Jazz, etc.
Hip-Hop
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A movement based class that focuses on fun, energetic stylized dancing. Dancers will learn fundamentals of isolations, grooves and a wide variety of backgrounds of the style through progressions across the floor, combinations in center and freestyle skills.
Acro
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A technique based class that combines classical dance technique with precision acrobatic elements. Dancers will focus on the use of athleticism, blending dance and acrobatics and endurance/strength training.
Ballet
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A technique based class that focuses on body placement and alignment while integrating grace, elegance and poise. Dancers will learn formal Ballet terminology, barre work and combinations in center
Musical Theater
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A movement based class that focuses on learning paper dance technique while exploring the various dance styles used in Broadway shows. Emphasis will also be placed on learning performance skills such as connecting with the audience and telling a story through dance and facial expressions.
Aerial
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Our Aerial Program focuses on learning the fundamental skills of aerial silks, hammocks, lyra and trapeze while building core and arm strength, coordination and confidence. In the spring, each class has the opportunity to participate in our Aerial Showcase. We offer Beginner and Intermediate classes for ages 5-18 and an Open Level Adult Aerial class.
Cheer & Tumble
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A movement based class that focuses on sharp arm movements, execution of choreographic visuals and dance team/cheer skills. Cheer & Tumble pushes dancers to expand on their high energy and entertainment skills.
Adaptive
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DPU is now offering an adaptive dance class for children with special needs! This will be a movement based class for children with developmental, physical or other disabilities. DPU strives to be an all inclusive studio that spreads the love of dance with students of all abilities.
Adult
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Adult Level Classes are open level curriculum accommodating dancers 19 years of age and up. Our Adult Program continues to grow, giving us the opportunity to offer an array of class styles: Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary & Aerial Dance. Our Adults also have the option to participate in our year end recitals, or just take class for a fun workout!
