Class Descriptions

Mommy & Me (ages 18 month – 3 years)

A great class for a new, young dancer!  Children will discover the excitement of dance as well as share a special time between Mother and child. 

This 45 minute class will actively involve Mommies and children by giving all participants the opportunity to play games, stretch, sing and take part in creative movement as well as learn ballet and tap basics with the security of Mom!

Attire
Girls: Black or pink leotards with pink tights (skirts and legwarmers can be worn as well) along with pink ballet shoes.
Boys: Black jazz pants and a white t-shirt with black ballet shoes. 
Mommies: Workout pants, a t-shirt or fitted top and socks.  Ballet and tap shoes are recommended but not required.

>> Click here to view the complete curriculum for Mommy & Me

Ballet & Gymnastics Combo (ages 3 - 5)

Introducing the young athlete to dance AND gymnastics, this class is the perfect combination of grace and athleticism. Thirty minutes of ballet includes stretching, fundamental techniques and movements. Please see our Curriculum for more details. Class members go to gymnastics immediately following ballet. The gymnastics class is determined by age.

Age 3 years, 30 minutes ballet; 45 minutes gymnastics Tumble Toads class.
Age 4 and 5 years, 30 minutes ballet; 60 minutes gymnastics Flipadillos class.

Attire
Girls: Black or pink leotards with pink tights (skirts and legwarmers can be worn as well) along with pink ballet shoes.
Boys: Black jazz pants and a white t-shirt with black ballet shoes. 

>> Click here to view the complete curriculum for ages 3 - 5

Ballet & Tap Combo (ages 3 - 6)

This one-hour class offers the basics of dance to the littlest dancer; half of the class is dedicated to ballet, and the other to tap!

Attire
Girls: Black or pink leotards with pink tights (skirts and legwarmers can be worn as well) along with pink ballet shoes.
Boys: Black jazz pants and a white t-shirt with black ballet shoes. 

>> Click here to view the complete curriculum for ages 3- 5

>> Click here to view the complete curriculum for ages 5 - 7

Ballet & Jazz Combo (ages 5-8)

For the new dancer, this one-hour combination class of ballet and jazz offers a perfect introduction to the world of dance.

Attire
Girls: Any color leotard with pink or tan tights (skirts, legwarmers, and jazz pants can be worn as well) along with pink ballet shoes and black jazz shoes. 
Boys: Black jazz pants and a white t-shirt with black ballet shoes and/or black jazz shoes. 

>> Click here to view the complete curriculum for ages 5 - 7

Ballet, Tap, & Jazz Combo (ages 5-8)

The trio (ballet, tap, jazz) introduces the young dancer to the staple genres of dance. This 90 minute class is for the new dancer who wants to try it all!

Attire
Girls: Any color leotard with pink or tan tights (skirts, legwarmers, and jazz pants can be worn as well) along with pink ballet shoes, black tap shoes and black jazz shoes. 
Boys: Black jazz pants and a white t-shirt with black ballet shoes and/or black jazz shoes and black tap shoes. 

>> Click here to view the complete curriculum for ages 5 - 8

Ballet (ages 8+) - Beginner and Intermediate

Perhaps the most traditional of all dance disciplines, ballet is the most formal of all dance styles and the basis for all other forms of dance. This class is recommended for every dance student. Ballet classes are open to dancers ages 8 and older.

Attire
Girls: Pink or black leotard with pink (skirts, legwarmers, and hot shorts can be worn as well) along with pink ballet shoes (canvas or leather).
Boys: Black jazz pants and a white t-shirt with black ballet shoes.

>> Click here to view the complete curriculum for Beginner Ballet

>> Click here to view the complete curriculum for Intermediate Ballet

Cardio Ballet (Adult)

Come catch a phenomenon that is hitting Hollywood….cardio ballet!   Celebrities like Melissa Joan Hart, Amanda Bynes, Neve Campbell, and Melissa Gilbert love doing cardio ballet!  Participants will take basic ballet movements and incorporate them into a cardio combination.  No dance experience is necessary. 

**Childcare is available during this class at no additional charge!

Attire
Workout pants and a fitted top.  No shoes are required (barefoot is recommended).

Jazz (ages 8+) - Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced

This basic technique class reaps optimum benefit when coupled with ballet. Students are exposed to the different influential styles of jazz dance including Broadway, modern/contemporary, and lyrical. Jazz classes are open to dancers ages 8 and older.

Attire
Girls: Any color leotard or fitted top with jazz pants (skirts, legwarmers, and hot shorts can be worn as well) along with black lace less jazz shoes.
Boys: Black jazz pants and a white t-shirt with black jazz shoes.

>> Click here to view the complete curriculum for Beginner Jazz

>> Click here to view the complete curriculum for Intermediate and Advanced Jazz

Tap (ages 8+) Beginner, Intermediate & Adult

One of the oldest forms of dance, tap is great for developing coordination and rhythm. Beginner and Intermediate/Advanced Tap classes are open to students ages 8 and older. The Adult Tap class is open to adults 18 and older. No experience is required for the Adult Tap class.

Attire
Girls: Any color leotard or fitted top with jazz pants along with black tap shoes.
Boys: Black pants and a white t-shirt with black tap shoes.
Adults: T-shirt, workout pants and black tap shoes.

>> Click here to view the complete curriculum for Beginner Tap

>> Click here to view the complete curriculum for Intermediate Tap

Hip Hop (ages 8+) - Beginner & Intermediate

This class continues to be one of the most popular dance styles. Hip-Hop increases space awareness, quickness, coordination, and endurance. Hip-Hop classes are open to students ages 8 and older.

Attire
Girls: T-shirt or tank top with workout pants and tennis shoes or dance sneakers
Boys: T-shirt with workout pants and tennis shoes or dance sneakers

Cardio Hip-Hop (Adult)

Get a great workout while dancing! This class will have a 45-minute cardio hip-hop workout and a 15-minute conditioning. Come prepared to work it! This class is open to adults ages 18 and older. No dance experience required.

**Childcare is available during the AM class at no additional charge!
Attire
T-shirt or tank top with workout pants and tennis shoes or dance sneakers

Drill Team Prep (ages 8+)

Teens (grades 7th – 11th): Drill Prep classes for the teens will focus on upcoming high school drill team auditions.  Classes will start with a long stretch and instructors will teach drill team style combinations and kicks.  All classes will be taught by former Kilgore College Rangerettes and all participants will receive one on one feedback.  During certain classes, current high school drill team members will stop by to share their about their drill team experiences and share helpful hints for auditions!

Elementary (Grades K-3rd): These classes will teach drill team basics and focus on how to stretch properly.  This class is great for all levels of dancers in that it will focus on technique while being in a relaxed, fun environment so, come ready to shake your pom pons! This is also a great class for girls thinking about auditioning for the Dazzlers team in May!  All classes will be taught by Dazzlers Director, Lindsay Han. 

Elementary (Grades 4th – 6th) : These classes will teach drill team basics, including drill team kicks and will focus on how to stretch properly as well as improve flexibility.  This is a great class for girls thinking about auditioning for the Wranglerettes team in May!  All classes will be taught by the Wranglerettes Director, Lindsay Han.

Attire
Workout pants or hot shorts (no biker shorts please), tights (no panty hose), a fitted top or leotard and tennis shoes, dance sneakers, jazz shoes or foot undeez.

College Pom Squad Prep Classes (ages 16+)

This class prepares those wanting to audition for a college pom squad.  Current high school Juniors or Seniors and current College Students are recommended to take this class.  Classes will be taught by current pom squad members at SFA, UNT and more!  All participants will receive one on one feedback from the instructors. 

Attire
Workout pants, fitted top and tennis shoes or jazz shoes. 

College Drill Team Prep Classes (ages 16+)

This class prepares those wanting to audition for a college drill team.  Current high school Juniors or Seniors and current College Students are recommended to take this class.  Classes will be taught by former Kilgore College Rangerettes and all participants will receive one on one feedback from the instructors.

Attire
Workout pants, fitted top and tennis shoes.

Lyrical (ages 13+)

Lyrical dance is a modern dance form that fuses modern dance, jazz & ballet. Movements are precise, deliberate, and interpretive to evoke emotion. Lyrical classes are open to students 13 and older.

Attire
Form fitting top and pants or tights and hot shorts with dance paws or bare feet

Contemporary Modern (ages 13+) - Beginner and Intermediate/Advanced

Modern is an expressive and creative form of dance. It is typically performed in bare feet and displays new ways of interpreting or appreciating different kinds of music. Modern techniques offer dancers the opportunity to move more freely than other dance styles and to experiment with new ways of moving the body - all while learning a new kind of structure and vocabulary. Modern classes are open to students 13 and older.

Beginner:  A great start for a teen dancer interested in Modern dance.  All participants will learn basic Modern movements and techniques.  Dance experience is required (Modern dance experience not necessary). 

Intermediate/Advanced:   A class based on building upon basic Modern movements with the addition of turns and more intricate movement.  Modern dance experience is required.

Attire
Loose clothing and bare feet or socks. 

Leaps & Turns (ages 8+)

This technique class focuses on the precision of turns and leaps. The class consists of strictly "across the floor" technique, working proper body placement, and alignment. Leaps and Turns classes are open to students ages 8 and older. All combinations will have a Beginner and Intermediate/Advanced level to incorporate all dancers.

Attire
Form fitting top and pants or tights and hot shorts with dance paws, jazz shoes or bare feet.

Dance Conditioning (ages 8+)

Dance Conditioning is a blend of many movement disciplines including Ballet, Jazz, Modern, stretching and strengthening techniques Yoga, and Pilates. This class is appropriate for any level of fitness and dance training, as movements can be easily modified to accommodate ability levels. Students do not have to have experience in ballet, jazz, or modern dance to benefit from this class. This class is open to all students ages 8 and older.

Attire
Form fitting top and pants with dance paws, jazz shoes, socks or bare feet (legwarmers are encouraged but not required).

Dance for Actors (ages 10+)

Every musical audition includes a dance element. Actors will learn a new combination each week and practice "auditioning" with a dance coach. Perfect for those "non-dancers!"

Wranglerette Rehearsal (grades 5th - 9th)

This rehearsal is exclusively for Wranglerette Dance & Drill Team members only. Auditions for the 2009-2010 team will be held on Friday, May 1st and Saturday, May 2nd, 2009. Please visit the Wranglerettes website for more details!

For any questions, contact Director, Lindsay Han for information at thedancestudio@everybody-fits.com.

Dazzler Rehearsal (grades 1st - 4th)

This rehearsal is exclusively for Dazzler Dance & Drill Team members only. Auditions for the 2009-2010 team will be held on Saturday, May 30th, 2009. Please visit the Dazzlers website for more details!

For any questions, contact the Director, Lindsay Han for information at thedancestudio@everybody-fits.com.

Sweethearts Rehearsal (ages 3 - 6)

This rehearsal is exclusively for Sweetheart Dance Team members only. Sign-ups for the 2009-2010 team will start in May 2009 and continue until early August 2009. Please visit the Sweethearts website for more details!

For any questions, contact the Director, Lindsay Han for information at thedancestudio@everybody-fits.com.