Classical Ballet
We teach the Vaganova Method (Russian Syllabus) developed by Agrippina Vaganova (1879-1951). It is designed to create strong and agile dancers who express the traditional artistry of Classical Ballet through each exercise. The Vaganova Method was founded on the principle that its technique would enhance the artistic quality of the dancer while developing the strength and stamina needed to perform the demanding structure of Ballet. Injury prevention is built into every exercise allowing the dancers to experience stretching and strengthening in an active state.
We teach the Vaganova Method (Russian Syllabus) developed by Agrippina Vaganova (1879-1951). It is designed to create strong and agile dancers who express the traditional artistry of Classical Ballet through each exercise. The Vaganova Method was founded on the principle that its technique would enhance the artistic quality of the dancer while developing the strength and stamina needed to perform the demanding structure of Ballet. Injury prevention is built into every exercise allowing the dancers to experience stretching and strengthening in an active state.
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Beginning
Classical Ballet Mon. 5:30-6:30 PM This is the introduction to dancing En Pointe for Classical Ballet, the Vaganova Method. The exercises will be hyper-focused on foot stability, usage, balance, and most importantly, proper body alignment for injury prevention and longevity in the art of Dancing En Pointe. |
Beginning
Classical Ballet Wed. 6:30-7:30 PM This is the introduction to Classical Ballet, the Vaganova Method. The Barré is the most important element. This Level emphases strength building and foundational training, vocabulary and positions, correct alignment and how that applies to stances, turning, and jumping -- instilling correct upper body carriage and how to coordinate Port de Bras with all movements. |
Intermediate Classical Ballet with Pointe
Wed. 7:30-8:30 PM This level includes more intricate class combinations and musicality based on the foundation from the beginning level class work. The lessons emphasize relevé on one leg at the barré and center exercises, petite allegro using beats, proper turning technique, and traveling pointe exercises. |
Advanced Classical Ballet
Mon. 6:30-8:00 PM This level encompasses all the knowledge from the beginning and intermediate class work. Most barré combinations will be on relevé emphasizing complex directional changes to challenge dancers musically and artistically. The combinations are designed with few stops inbetween to offer more endurance building exercises. The center and across the floor exercises include advanced tours (turns), allegro (jumps), and pointe (optional for dancers who are at int/adv pointe level). |
Jazz Dance
Our styles of Jazz range from Classical Broadway Jazz Dance and music to what's current and happening in Jazz Dance Culture now! Our ultimate goal for our dancers is to build strong technique and skills that produce kick-butt movers and groovers who can get down and dance to music of any style and genre.
Our styles of Jazz range from Classical Broadway Jazz Dance and music to what's current and happening in Jazz Dance Culture now! Our ultimate goal for our dancers is to build strong technique and skills that produce kick-butt movers and groovers who can get down and dance to music of any style and genre.
Adult Jazz (Open Level)
Sat. 10:30-11:30 AM
Open to adults of all levels! This class is designed to get you moving! Warm-up consists of isometric movements and dynamic stretching, followed by step sequences and technical work, finishing with a groovy combo! Move, groove, cut lose!
Sat. 10:30-11:30 AM
Open to adults of all levels! This class is designed to get you moving! Warm-up consists of isometric movements and dynamic stretching, followed by step sequences and technical work, finishing with a groovy combo! Move, groove, cut lose!
Tap Dance
Get moving and grooving in tap class! Learn the foundations of Tap Dance and fun in-class choreography. The class design emphasizes a strong foundation and skillset for safe dancing and longevity in the technique while pushing our students to the next level of skill and musicality.
Get moving and grooving in tap class! Learn the foundations of Tap Dance and fun in-class choreography. The class design emphasizes a strong foundation and skillset for safe dancing and longevity in the technique while pushing our students to the next level of skill and musicality.
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Beginning/Intermediate Tap
Sat. 9:30-10:30 AM This class is designed for dancers brand new to tap, or dancers brushing up on the basics! These lessons are designed to develop correct alignment through the body, build foot and ankle dexterity, and to teach dancers how to efficiently transfer weight from foot to foot for swift and clear tapping. You will also learn tap terminology and vocabulary, basic musical phrasing and introduction to time manipulation and syncopation. |
Intermediate/Advanced Tap
Tue. 6:00-7:00 PM Based on the foundation developed in the beginning/intermediate class, these lessons utilize complex musical phrasing and footwork patterns to create intricate combinations of steps for choreography. Building endurance for long combinations, speed, and sound quality are techniques integrated into the lesson plans from warm-up to cool-down. |
Dance Fitness
Sat. 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
Enjoy world music and movement designed to keep you injury free, flexible, and strong! Great for dancers seeking stability and overall body-awareness training. Keep your bodies healthy and happy with Dance Fitness!
This class is charged independent of KJAM Studios. Dancers, please fill out the KJAM Studios waiver. A $10 class rate payable to instructor is due at time of class. Waivers available online or at KJAM Studios' Office.
Sat. 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
Enjoy world music and movement designed to keep you injury free, flexible, and strong! Great for dancers seeking stability and overall body-awareness training. Keep your bodies healthy and happy with Dance Fitness!
This class is charged independent of KJAM Studios. Dancers, please fill out the KJAM Studios waiver. A $10 class rate payable to instructor is due at time of class. Waivers available online or at KJAM Studios' Office.
Core Classes
The focus for all of our Core Classes is to build proper posture and move through life and dance in a safe and injury free way. You will learn techniques to awaken your deep core and strengthen your body from the inside out!
The focus for all of our Core Classes is to build proper posture and move through life and dance in a safe and injury free way. You will learn techniques to awaken your deep core and strengthen your body from the inside out!
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Core Strengthening for Dancers
Tue. 7:00-8:00 PM Build-up your inner most core muscles using a safe and methodical floor/mat technique to access the deep core. Strengthen and lengthen your spine and core, improve your balance and overall agility on the dance floor and in daily life! The class work includes lying flat on the floor and moving through seated and standing positions, and holding sustained poses. Bring your own mat! |
Wake Up Your Core!
Sat. 9:00-9:30 AM Learn the foundation of proper core strengthening and awaken your deep core! This class focuses on aligning the spine and skeleton to move through dancing and your life while being supported and strong from the inside out. The class work includes breathing techniques, moving through seated (chairs) and standing positions, and holding sustained poses. Beginners are welcome! |