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School of Performing Arts
Dance

2 1/2 Years Old | 3 Years Old | 4 Years Old | Kindergarten | Grades 1 - 2 | Grades 3 - 5 | Grades 6 - 8 | Grades 9 - 12| Dance Teams |
Professional Dance Company

Rising Stars

2 1/2 Years Old

Mommy & Me Ballet
Experience the joy of your child’s first steps in ballet as you nurture your child’s love of dance.

Mommy & Me Jazz Pizzazz
Jazz up your morning with your child as you engage in dance steps with lots of energy and fun.

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3 Years Old (34-week classes)

Pre-Ballet I
An introduction to basic ballet positions and terminology without parent participation. Pre-Ballet introduces children to music and movement in a structured progression that will enable them to use their imagination to make movements graceful and creative.

Jazz Pizzazz
Use fun music to learn the basics of rhythm and coordination with jazz. (Without parent participation).

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4 Years Old (34-week classes)

Pre-Ballet II
Reinforcing concepts from Pre Ballet I, children continue to work on technique and developing ballet vocabulary while nurturing their imagination.

Jazz Pizzazz
Step it up and expand your jazz repertoire! (Without parent participation).

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Kindergarten

Kinder Combo (Ballet/Tap)
Placement, posture, rhythm and motor skills are developed in this fun combination class. Ballet and Tap shoes are required.

Kinder Jazz
Have fun with dance music that has a great beat, Learn kicks, turns, and jumps in addition to dance technique.

Rookie Rock n' Roll for Boys
Learn "cool" dance moves, hip hop, and rock n' rollin'. Students will become aware of their body and the way it moves to music that has a beat you can't resist.

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Grades 1 - 2

Tip-Tap-Toe (Ballet/Tap/Jazz)
Combine all 3 styles of dance in this class. See how the styles overlap, and what similarities they have. Perfect for the child who wants a little of everything.

Rookie Rock n' Roll for Boys
Learn "cool" dance moves, hip hop, and rock n' rollin'. Students will become aware of their body and the way it moves to music that has a beat you can't resist.

Ballet I
This is the perfect age to start training in ballet. Children will learn basic barre exercise, ballete vocabulary, body alignment, rhythm, and level-appropriate movement.

Jazz I
A great complement to ballet class. Develop a sense of style with jazz vocabulary. Dance to popular music.

Tap I
Dancers combine rhythm and movement into combinations and short dances. A great way to improve coordination.

Hip Hop I
Learn basic moves to develop rhythm, and coordination with popular music.

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Grades 3 - 5

  • Ballet II
  • Jazz II
  • tap II
  • Hip Hop II

Modern II
Modern dance technique is designed to develop the mind, body and spirit and to communicate through movmement. Body conditioning, strength, coordination and flexibility are developed. Some might refer to Modern as comtemporary ballet.

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Grades 6 - 8

  • Ballet III
  • Jazz III
  • Tap III
  • Hip Hop III
  • Modern III

Pointe III
Previous ballet training is required. Acceptance into this class will be upon Director's approval. Students will be given the opportunity to excel and progress in this advanced discipline.

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Grades 9 - 12

  • Ballet IV
  • Jazz IV
  • Tap IV
  • Hip Hop IV
  • Modern IV
  • Pointe IV

Leaps and Turns
Dedicate this time to improving your leaps and turns. Each tip and trick you receive get syou prepared and gives you confidence for the stage!

Conditioning for Dancers
This class is for the athlete/dancer who is ready to take their training to the next level. You will learn how to use your strength, coordination and muscle tone to develop your grace and elegance.

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Adult Dance Classes

  • Ballet Basics
  • Jazz
  • Tap
  • Elements of Mmodern Dance
  • Movin' and Groovin' Hip Hop
  • Ballroom Basics
  • Conditioning for Dancers

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Studio 691 Pre-Professional Dance Company
If you LOVE to dance, and LOVE to perform, audition for the COMPANY! The Pre-Professional Dance Company has a mandatory class schedule, and required attendance at dance competitions and performances at many community events. Participation in the company is by audition or Director’s approval only.

Junior Company (ages 9-11)
Teen Company (ages 12-14)
Senior Company (ages 15-18)

AUDITION CLINIC: Monday,August 16th, 6:30-8:30pm The AUDITION CLINIC is for dancers who want a “heads up” about what to expect at auditions. The clinic will consist of a ballet class and jazz class, with a mock audition at the end. Dancers should come dressed in a leotard and tights. The clinic will take place in Program Room 2.

AUDITIONS:
Tuesday, August 17th, 6:00-8:00pm, ages 9-11
Wednesday,August 18th, 6:00-9:00pm, ages 12 and up

Auditions consist of a ballet class and a jazz class that will be instructed by qualified, professional dancers, and will take place in Gym #1. Dancers must come dressed in a leotard and tights, with hair pulled back in a bun. Please wear proper dance footwear. Please call Tiffany Rolsing at 201-891-2081 with any questions.

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Spring Performances

Sat. June 4, 2011
Sun. June 5, 2011

STUDIO 691 PRESENTS…

The Nutcracker
Thursday, December 2nd, 2010

Following the Annual Tree-Lighting, come enjoy this holiday tradition at the Carl Pfeifer Performing Arts Center featuring Studio 691’s Pre-Professional Dance Company.

OPEN CALL AUDITIONS
Thursday, September 16, 6:30-9:00pm.
Callbacks Sept 17th

Please come dressed in a leotard and tights, and have hair pulled back into a bun. Audition will consist of a ballet combination.
691 Wyckoff Avenue, Wyckoff, NJ 07481, 201.891.2081


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