Classes We Offer
Our Dance Studio offers a large variety of dance classes for all skill levels. Our experienced instructors are passionate about helping each dancer achieve their highest potential, while also having as much fun as possible. Have a look at our class schedule below to find the one that best fits your needs.
Ballet for ages 3 to Adults
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Ballet is the foundation of all genres of dance and is an important component of a student’s dance education. Classes taught at Rising Star focus on proper technique and alignment, while fostering a love of this art. Classes are taught with a motivational and caring approach, helping students reach their goals. Classes followthe American Ballet Theater National Training Curriculum ABT®.
Pre Ballet 1 Age 3
Pre Ballet 2 Age 4
Pre Ballet 3 Age 5
Ballet 1 A Ages 6-7
Ballet 2 Ages 8-11
Ballet 3 Open to students who have completed Level 2
Ballet 4 Open to students who have completed Level 3
Ballet 5 Open to students who have completed Level 4
Intermediate/Upper level students: faculty Advanced recommendation
PBT 1* Open to Ballet 4 and 5 students
PBT 2 * Advanced Ballet students
Pre Pointe Advanced students; Faculty recommendation only
Pointe Advanced students; Faculty recommendation only
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*PBT (Progressing Ballet Technique) is a program developed to help students advance in all dance forms by training muscle memory. PBT focuses on corestability, weight placement, and alignment.
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Broadway Jazz for ages 7 - Adult
This fast-paced class introduces students to the exciting genre of Broadway-style theater jazz. A cardio warmup, strength exercises, and stretching help students prepare for a class that focuses on proper technique, alignment, and building their Jazz vocabulary. Students will have the opportunity to learn choreography inspired by some of their favorite Broadway musicals, learn additional styles of jazz, and will also explore the importance of performing and being in character.
Jazz Intro Ages 6-8
Broadway Jazz 1 Ages 9-12
Broadway Jazz 2 Open to students who have completed level 1
Broadway Jazz 3 Open to students who have completed level 2
Broadway Jazz 4 Open to students who have completed level 3
Intermediate Upper level students; faculty recommendation
Advanced Upper level students; faculty recommendation *must take Ballet
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Tap for ages 4 - Adult
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This high energy style of dance is a favorite among students. Classes focus on understanding and executing precise rhythmical patterns, as well as understanding the rich history of tap. Students will also work on proper alignment, building strength, and learning the language of tap all while having fun and getting a great cardio workout.
Tap Intro Ages 4-5
Tap 1 Ages 6- 8
Tap 2 Open to students who have completed
level 1
Tap 3 Open to students who have completed
level 2
Tap 4 Open to students who have completed level 3
Tap 5 Open to students who have completed level 4
Beginner Tap Ages 10 and up
Intermediate Upper level students; faculty recommendation
Advanced Upper level students; faculty recommendation
Adult Tap Open level class