Recreational Program

The Recrational dance program is our most popular program at Studio X. It is designed for dancers ages 18months+, beginner through advanced who want to experience dance on a recreational basis; in a friendly, non-competitive environment. Most students in this program attend class one - three times a week and participate in classes consisting of ballet, lyrical, hip hop, modern, tap, acro, and jazz. Class lesson plans are structured with age appropriate choreography and music, but class participation allows for lots of fun and self expression. These classes are first divided by age, then by skill level. This provides classmates with approximately the same mental and physical maturity as your child and helps to nurture friendships that can last for years.

If you are considering enrolling your child in a class providing maximum exposure to the dance arts with minimal time commitment and little expense, this would be your best choice. All students in our recreational program also participate in one or two Studio X productions or recitals per year. Students are welcome to participate in other Studio X productions as well but will only be included after attending an open audition.

Benifits of the Recreational Program
Our program will enhance the dancers ability to perform with style and showmanship in a fun and non-competitive atmosphere. We emphasize correct terminology, technique, and great training.

 Recreational Classes

Creative Movement Ages 3 - 5
45 Minute Class Per Week- Class consists of basic movements utilizing ballet positions. Emphasis is on basic locomotor development, rhythm, and creative expression. Our little ones learn to enter the world of dance in a playful, imaginative and non-competitive manner.

Hip Hop Ages 12 & Under Ages 6 -12
1 Hour Class per week.
Class consists of introduction to hip-hop technique focusing on basic hip-hop steps and isolations. Students will develop an appreciation of dance in a non-competitive and self-esteem building environment while looking at all styles of hip hop including pop & lock, break dancing, liquid, grunge, and krumping. This is one of the most popular classes at Studio X.

Level I Ages 6 - 8  
1 Hour Class(es) in selected dicipline: Ballet, Lyrical, Hip Hop, Acro and Jazz.
Classes consists of ballet with emphasis on more technical studies as they develop further poise, balance and coordination. Jazz technique is stressed and more basic jazz steps and combinations are introduced in a more disciplined classroom environment. Basic Hip hop technique and sturcture are introduced in a very up beat age appropriate atmosphere. Acro class is also offered to beginners offering basic tumbling, ariel, and handstand tricks are introduced. All classes begin to place more emphasis on floor combinations, proper body placement, showmanship and style. Students will begin developing the strength, flexibility, stamina, coordination and discipline required to become a well rounded dancer.

Level II Ages 9 - 11
1 1/4 Hour Class(es) Per Week, Lyrical, Ballet, Hip Hop, Acro, and Jazz.
Emphasis is on perfecting and polishing a higher degree of ballet, lyrical, acro, hip hop, and jazz technique. Ballet technique is stressed in the area of body control and finding their center or base of control for the purpose of perfecting pirouettes and basic jazz and ballet turns.

 Level III/IV Ages 12+:
1 1/2 Hour Class(s) Per Week in Jazz, Lyrical, Hip Hop, and Acro.
Class consists of further development in all areas of dance. Further emphasis on turns and well executed jumps and leaps. Class structure is primarily geared toward a well rounded and stylized dancer who can perform with showmanship, style and grace. Note: Some classes may attend a regional competition.