Dance Classes at Powerhouse Dance Complex

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At our studio, we are certified in acrobatic arts and dedicate ourselves to building and enhancing each dancer's skills to their fullest potential. Incorporating acrobatics into our ballet classes, hip hop dance, and jazz dance programs provides an excellent foundation for developing strength, flexibility, power, and tumbling abilities. Dress Code: Students do not need footwear for this class, but they must wear tight-fitting clothing such as leotards, sports tops, and dance shorts or pants. Hair should be tied back to prevent any tangling or catching during their acrobatic tricks. Absolutely no t-shirts, shorts, or sweats are allowed.

Our tap classes focus on the fundamental building blocks of dance, much like ballet classes, acrobatic arts, hip hop dance, and jazz dance. Tap dance teaches dancers to use their feet as instruments, emphasizing rhythm, counting, musicality, and timing. Engaging in tap helps develop weight and balance skills while also teaching students to manipulate sounds and tempo. Dress Code: Students are required to wear black tap shoes, which can be purchased through us or at Dancewear Corner. For their uniform, students may wear any combination of leotards, biketards, crop tops, shorts, or dance pants. Hair must be pulled off the face, and any loose hair should be clipped back. Absolutely no t-shirts, shorts, or sweats.

In our jazz dance classes, we focus on essential jazz techniques such as isolations, turns, leaps, and musicality. To create an energetic and upbeat environment for our dancers, we inject fun and movement into all our jazz classes, featuring a variety of music and cultural influences. Additionally, for those interested in exploring different styles, we also offer ballet classes and hip hop dance options. Dress Code: Dancers are required to wear black stretch leather jazz shoes and can choose any style and color of dance wear. Tights or socks may be worn with jazz shoes, but absolutely no t-shirts, shorts, or sweats are permitted.

Ballet serves as the foundation and structure for all forms of dance, including acrobatic arts, hip hop dance, and jazz dance. Our ballet classes feature barre work, across-the-floor exercises, and combinations. Engaging in ballet helps develop muscle memory, enhance movement, and foster artistic expression. We strive for our dancers to master the best ballet technique, discipline, and terminology to set them up for success in all areas of life. Dress Code: Ballet students must wear pink canvas crossover ballet shoes (NO TIES), which can be purchased from us or at Dancewear Corner. You will also need pink or white ballet stockings (excluding combo classes) and a leotard. Hair must be clipped or pinned up during all full-hour ballet classes. Absolutely no dance shorts, dance pants, crops, two-pieces, t-shirts, shorts, or sweats.

Our Hip Hop dance classes are high-energy, freestyle sessions that focus on rhythm, coordination, and personal expression. In addition to hip hop dance, we also offer ballet classes and jazz dance, providing a comprehensive dance education. Hip hop dance requires students to have the strength and stamina to successfully perform various moves. Therefore, this class includes upper and lower body conditioning as well as a rigorous warm-up to prepare students for more intense movements. We encourage our students to explore their self-expression and improvisational skills, essential for advancing in this dynamic style of dance. Dress Code: Students are required to wear black dance high-top sneakers, which can be purchased at the front desk. For their uniform, students may wear any combination of leotards, biketards, crop tops, shorts, or dance pants. NO SWEATS, T-SHIRTS, or JEANS. Hair must be pulled off the face, and loose hair should be clipped back.

In our Musical Theater classes, dancers will combine high-energy dance with acting and expression to create a performer with good stage presence. We encourage our dancers to learn basic stage direction and character building, alongside an overview of popular songs from American musical theater. Important skills from ballet classes, tap, and jazz dance are integral to success in Musical Theatre, as this style of dance incorporates elements of acrobatic arts and hip hop dance as well. Dress Code: Dancers are to wear black stretch leather jazz shoes, and they may choose any style or color of dance wear. Dancers can opt to wear tights or socks with their jazz shoes, but absolutely no t-shirts, shorts, or sweats.

Contemporary dance is a style of interpretive dance that combines elements from various genres, including hip hop dance, jazz dance, modern jazz, lyrical, and classical ballet. It emphasizes expressive movement and encourages dancers to connect their mind and body through fluid dance movements. In addition, students interested in acrobatic arts may find this style enriching. Dress Code: Students can wear bare feet or ballet shoes for this class. As they advance, we suggest getting some foot undeez. For their uniform, students may wear any combination of leotards, biketards, crop tops, shorts, or dance pants. Hair must be pulled off the face, and loose hair should be clipped back.