Tap Jazz & Ballet Combo

COMBO CLASSES

Beginner Combo for ages 6-8.

Intermediate Combo for ages 9 and up.

Advanced Combo (placed by director)

Each 55 minute class includes instruction in ballet, tap and jazz. Form and technique are emphasized to stress building a good dance foundation in ballet, tap and jazz. Class will begin with a brief warm up, followed by a follow me stretching exercize. The first half of class will focus on ballet and/or jazz. The second half of class will focus on tap. Terminology such as plie, chasse, chaine, echappe, tendu, balance, degage, etc. will be introduced repetitivley to help memorization for the first half of the class. During the second half of the class, tap terminology will also be introduced such as a shuffle, flap, cramp rolls, toe and heel taps, etc. Each class will focus on a combination in either ballet, tap or jazz. Lesson plans vary to maintain student interest. Students are placed in class based on age and/or skill level. The goal of this class is for students to be able to learn combinations and further their technique in ballet, tap and jazz.

Attire: Leotard, tights, ballet and tap shoes (any color allowed)