Cecil Dancenter offers a variety of classes for students of all ages and all skill levels. The following is a list of descriptions of each class.

Class Descriptions

Toddler Dance (ages 18 - 35 months) is a 30 minute class with adult participation required. Children will dance and sing along to classic children's music and nursery rhymes. Movement games and props such as scarves, ribbons, instruments, hoops and parachutes will be introduced.
Attire: dance wear or comfortable clothing, bare feet or ballet slippers

Creative Dance (age 3) is a 30 minute class designed to introduce children to the joy of dance through fun exercises, dances and improvisation. Traveling steps are introduced to students through a variety of age appropriate music with the use of fun props. Students will develop coordination and creative expression while having a great time!
Attire for girls: leotard & tights, pink ballet slippers
Attire for boys: shorts/sweats, t-shirt, black slippers

Dance Basics (age 4) is a 45 minute class created to teach children the basics of dance through a variety of inspiring music. Children are taught proper techniques for stretching as well as traveling combinations, simple exercises, and short group dances. Skills that may otherwise be difficult or boring to a young child are disguised through the art of imagination and use of props.
Attire for girls: leotard & tights, pink ballet slippers
Attire for boys: shorts/sweats, t-shirt, black slippers

Dance Fundamentals (Kindergartners) is a high energy, 45 minute class designed to help children grow in the areas of muscle control, coordination, flexibility, rhythm, and strength. Students will work on these areas through warm-up exercises, group dances and traveling combinations. A variety of fun music and props will be included.
Attire for girls: leotard & tights, pink ballet slippers
Attire for boys: shorts/sweats, t-shirt, black slippers

Children's Combination Medley (1st grade) is an exciting hour long class that teaches introductory ballet, tap and jazz skills. Students have a blast working on combinations and learning the proper form in each of these dance styles. Students will develop coordination, flexibility, strength, rhythm and muscle control, while having fun at the same time!
Attire for girls: leotard & tights, black tap shoes, and pink ballet slippers
Attire for boys: t-shirt, black tap shoes and black ballet slippers

Ballet (ages 7 & up) Students not only learn classical barre work, ballet positions and steps, but will develop an appreciation for the arts and an inner confidence. The advantages of good posture, poise and body awareness are life-long benefits. Taking ballet will also increase a student's capacity to advance in all other styles of dance.
Attire: solid color leotard (skirts may be worn), pink/black tights, pink ballet slippers - (boys/adults may wear comfortable clothing)

Jazz (ages 7 & up) Whether you want to feel like a music video star or just get a great work out, you'll enjoy this high energy class! Students will kick, turn, jump, and leap to the popular hits of today and yesterday. Students will learn exciting choreography that will make them yearn for more!
Attire: leotard, tights or jazz shorts/pants, black jazz shoes (boys and adults may wear comfortable clothing)

Tap (ages 7 & up) This lively and fun dance form is for anyone who wants to get moving and make some rhythmic noise! Students will work on timing, form, clarity, and style. Your feet will tap to the beat in these fun and exciting classes.
Attire: dance attire with flat black tap shoes

Hip-Hop (ages 8 & up) Feel the energy and jam to the funky beat as you learn this street-style dance form to today's urban music. Hot choreography will motivate students to work hard and develop their personal expression. Warning: Once you start, you'll never want to stop!
Attire: street/dance clothes, sneakers or hip-hop shoes

Modern/Contemporary (ages 9 & up) Students will discover their movement potential to dramatic music in this expressive and creative art form. Dancers will develop an artistic eye as they explore the elements of time, space and movement dynamics through traveling exercises and combinations.
Attire: dance attire and bare feet

Ballroom (for beginning adults) This timeless dance style offers a blend of fun and fitness in a relaxed and positive atmosphere. Grab a partner or fly solo and meet new people! Get motivated to learn the Tango, Swing, Fox Trot, Rumba, Cha-Cha, Waltz, and more!
Attire: Comfortable clothing, dress shoes or character shoes

Pre-Professional Opportunities

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