Academy of Dance
Classic Program
In KICKS’ Classic Program students in grades 2 through 12 have the option of choosing their favorite subjects and will be challenged as they advance through each division. Dancers will find their experience the perfect outlet to enjoy music, movement, friends and fitness.
Understanding that children today are often involved with many different sports, school and church activities, this program is a fabulous way to incorporate dance into their lifestyles without having to choose it as their only activity. In addition to the obvious benefits of dance education, students will gain skills that are sure to enhance their other activities:
* Strength, Coordination & Flexibility for Sports
* Confidence, Creativity & Artistic Expression for Theater/Drama
* Presentation, Style & Attitude for Dance or Cheer Teams
Division Breakdown
Primary (Beginner 1): 2nd Graders
All Primary & Elementary classes are 1 1/2 hours long and will cover three different dance forms - you pick your favorite subjects. These divisions are designed to introduce the dance genres offered in the Classic Program and to solidify beginner skills and vocabulary. Each month the “major” subject of the class will rotate between the 3 genres, leaving the other two as “minor” focuses. Dancers are encouraged to try as many subjects as possible during these divisions - either by taking more than one class per week or by trying a different grouping each year. This will provide the most possible options to students once graduating to the Junior division. Note: To take Ballet or Tap beyond 4th grade, you must complete at least 1 full year in these divisions. (Students in these classes will perform 3 dances in the recital)
Teen (Intermediate 2): 6th-8th Graders
Senior (Advanced): 9th-12th Graders
As a progressive program, we take no beginners beyond 4th grade. Therefore, prior dance experience is required to enroll in the Junior, Teen or Senior Divisions. All of these classes are 1 1/2 hours long. Junior classes will cover three subjects, building on the skills taught in the previous levels. Teen and Senior classes will cover two different dance forms, allowing more time to challenge students in each genre. Some weeks the class may be broken up evenly between the subjects while other weeks may put the focus and emphasis on one style more than the other.
(Juniors will perform 3 dances in the recital / Teens & Seniors will perform 2)
Subject Descriptions
Ballet is the foundation of all dance forms, providing important technique and personal discipline. Students will develop grace, control, strength and fluidity in their movement.
Tap dancing offers students a great opportunity to focus on their coordination and musical awareness. The skills gained in this class will carry over to every other subject.
Jazz classes are focused on commercial and dance-team styles of movement. Jazz instruction offers dancers over-all body fitness, flexibility & technique set to their favorite “top 40” music.
Theater classes offer students a Broadway style jazz. In addition to traditional jazz technique, these classes will have an emphasis on character & performance skills - perfect preparation for school Musicals.
Hip Hop, the newest dance craze, combines funk, video and street styles of movement. Students will gain a better sense of body control & coordination while enjoying the movement to today’s most popular music.
Lyrical combines the fluidity and technique of Ballet with the style of jazz. Most frequently performed to moderate tempo vocals (“top 40” ballads), this subject is a great way to learn how to express emotion through movement.
Contemporary dance is a more advanced version of Lyrical, incorporating the abstract influences found in Modern dance. Students will gain increased body awareness and strength along with expressive skills.
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