Class Descriptions
We're excited to tell you a little bit about our amazing classes at 7DC. You will find class descriptions for everything from ballet to hip-hop to acro. We also provide some suggestions on how to place your dancer in specific classes. If you have questions at any time, just get in touch and we can discuss what's best.
Each class, unless otherwise specified, will perform at the end of the year in our 7DC dance recital.
COMBINATION CLASSES
MY GROWN UP & ME (AGES 2-3)
This class is perfect for toddlers who love spinning and dancing at home. Each tiny dancer has a grown up accompany their little ones to class, to dance, play and move together. This is a great way to spend time with your child, create healthy exercise habits and explore the possibilities of dance.
BALLET/TAP/TUMBLE COMBO (AGES 3-5)
Your little dancer can experience making music with their feet. We start the class with 30 minutes of tap and then have the dancers change shoes to continue with ballet. The class will end with 30 minutes of structured tumbling. They will learn different beginning tap, ballet and tumbling techniques. This class will perform a tap dance and a ballet dance (2 dances) at the end of the year in our dance recital.
BALLET/TAP/JAZZ LEVEL 1 (AGES 5-6)
Your little dancer can experience making music with their feet! We start the class with 30 minutes of tap and then have the dancers change shoes to continue with ballet. They finish the class with 30 minutes of jazz. They will learn different beginning tap, ballet and jazz techniques. This class will perform a tap dance, a ballet dance, and a jazz dance (3 dances) at the end of the year in our dance recital.
BALLET/TAP/JAZZ/TUMBLE LEVEL 1 (AGES 5-6)
Your little dancer can experience making music with their feet! We start the class with 30 minutes of tap and then have the dancers change shoes to continue with 30 minutes of ballet. They then move in to 30 minutes of jazz, finishing the class with 30 minutes of structured tumbling. They will learn different beginning tap, ballet, jazz and tumbling techniques. This class will perform a tap dance, a ballet dance, and a jazz dance (3 dances) at the end of the year in our dance recital.
JAZZ/HIP-HOP COMBO CLASS (AGES 5-8)
This class explores the different styles of jazz, from classical, theatrical, funky and everything in between. This class will also learn the basics of hip-hop and the art of attitude. This is a very upbeat, high-intensity dance class for those that are a little bit sassier. This class will perform 1 dance in our end of year recital.
BALLET
MINI BALLET (AGES 5-8)
This class introduces the technique of ballet and discipline. Ballet is the core class that will improve all other dance forms and is strongly recommended. This class will start out working on the fundamentals of ballet barre exercises and transition into center floor and across the floor. They will focus on core, balance, turn and strengthening exercises that will increase their strength and technique for their other classes.
**This class is best suited for dancers ages 5-6 who have already taken a Ballet Combo class, and/or dancers ages 6-8 who have no previous dance experience.**
RECREATIONAL LEVEL 1 BALLET
This class introduces the technique of ballet and discipline. Ballet is the core class that will improve all other dance forms and is strongly recommended. This class will start out working on the fundamentals of ballet barre exercises and transition into center floor and across the floor. They will focus on core, balance, turn and strengthening exercises that will increase their strength and technique for their other classes.
**This class is best suited for dancers 8 and up who have no previous dance experience.**
LEVEL 1 BALLET
This class introduces the technique of ballet and discipline. Ballet is the core class that will improve all other dance forms and is strongly recommended. This class will start out working on the fundamentals of ballet barre exercises and transition into center floor and across the floor. They will focus on core, balance, turn and strengthening exercises that will increase their strength and technique for their other classes. **This class is best suited for dancers 8 and up who have previous Ballet experience, but are not yet ready for Level 2 Ballet.**
LEVEL 2 Ballet
This class is the next step up from Ballet I in terms of difficulty. They will continue to work on basic steps and technique while expanding into more challenging steps and combinations.
LEVEL 3 Ballet
Increasing the difficulty from Ballet II to III, we push our Ballet III dancers to the next level and so they can become the best dancer and performer they can be.
LEVELS 4 & 5 Ballet
These are the highest levels of ballet we offer. The instructor will evaluate interested students to determine if their skills and technique will meet the demands of these classes.
JAZZ
MINI JAZZ (AGES 5-8)
This class introduces the technique of jazz in all of its forms, from theatrical to pop to classical and more. This class will touch on all styles and focus on building strength and endurance that dancers need to perform. **This class is best suited for dancers ages 5-6 who have already taken a Combo class, and/or dancers ages 6-8 who have no previous dance experience.**
JAZZ 1
This class introduces the technique of jazz in all of its forms, from theatrical to pop to classical and more. This class will touch on all styles and focus on building strength and endurance that dancers need to perform.
JAZZ 2
This class is the next step up from Jazz I in terms of difficulty. They will continue to work on basic steps and technique while expanding into more challenging steps and combinations.
JAZZ 3
Increasing the difficulty from Jazz II to III, we push our Jazz III dancers to the next level and so they can become the best dancer and performer they can be. This class will perform at the end of the year in our 7DC dance recital. Students must wear the following: Leotard and tights (jazz pants, tight shorts, bikers, sports bra optional), tan slip-on jazz shoes.
JAZZ 4 & 5
This is the highest level of jazz we offer. The instructor will evaluate interested students to determine if their skills and technique will meet the demands of this class.
CONTEMPORARY
RECREATIONAL LEVEL 1 CONTEMPORARY
This class introduces the technique of contemporary, lyrical and improvisation. We will challenge dancers’ movement quality, timing and expression, encouraging them to explore these facets on different levels. **This class is best suited for dancers 8 and up who have no previous dance experience.**
LEVEL 1 CONTEMPORARY
This class introduces the technique of contemporary, lyrical and improvisation. We will challenge dancers’ movement quality, timing and expression, encouraging them to explore these facets on different levels. **This class is best suited for dancers 8 and up who have previous dance experience, but are not yet ready for Level 2 Contemporary.**
LEVEL 2 CONTEMPORARY
This class is the next step up from Contemporary I in terms of difficulty. They will continue to work on basic steps and technique while expanding into more challenging steps and combinations.
LEVEL 3 CONTEMPORARY
Increasing the difficulty from Contemporary II to III, we push our Contemporary III dancers to the next level and so they can become the best dancer and performer they can be.
LEVELS 4 & 5 CONTEMPORARY
This is the highest level of contemporary we offer. The instructor will evaluate interested students to determine if their skills and technique will meet the demands of this class.
TAP & CLOGGING
MINI TAP (AGES 5-8)
This is an introductory class into the tap world and its different styles. Students will learn the various fundamentals that are so important to becoming a well-rounded tapper. They will learn how to use the different parts of their shoes to make different sounds. **This class is best suited for dancers ages 5-6 who have already taken a Combo class, and/or dancers ages 6-8 who have no previous dance experience.**
TAP 1
This is an introductory class into the tap world and its different styles. Students will learn the various fundamentals that are so important to becoming a well-rounded tapper. They will learn how to use the different parts of their shoes to make different sounds.
TAP 2
This class is the next step up from Tap I in terms of difficulty. They will continue to work on basic steps and technique while expanding into more challenging steps and combinations.
TAP 3
Increasing the difficulty from Tap II to III, we push our Tap III dancers to the next level and so they can become the best dancer and performer they can be. This is the highest level of tap we offer. The instructor will evaluate interested students to determine if their skills and technique will meet the demands of this class.
CLOGGING
In this class, students will learn the fundamentals of clogging basics, concentrating on rhythm and timing. We will also introduce drag/slide, and possibly more intricate rhythms and footwork, including the basics of buck clogging.
HIP-HOP
HIP-HOP 1
In this high-energy class, students will combine the art of attitude with street-inspired dance and funky jazz.
HIP-HOP 2
This class is the next step up from Hip-Hop I and includes more challenging combinations.
HIP-HOP 3
This is the highest level of hip-hop we offer and focuses on building challenging combinations, footwork and athleticism.
ACRO
ACRO 1-4
Acrobatics is a combination of balance, agility and motor coordination. It involves flexibility through movement. Depending on your child’s level, they will learn a variety of skills, from cartwheels and backbends to aerials and back handsprings and much more. Class placement may be determined based on the instructor’s evaluation of the student.
ADULT CLASSES
We offer a variety of adult classes to appeal to dancers of all styles. Looking to have some fun, meet some friends and burn a few calories? Looking to reacquaint yourself with the dance you grew up doing? We have fun options for you!
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ADULT TAP
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ADULT CLOGGING
ABOUT PLACEMENTS
Unless otherwise stated, 7DC recommends Level 1 classes for ages 6 and up; Level 2 classes for ages 8 and up; Level 3 classes for ages 10 and up, and Level 4-5 classes ages 13 and up.
Acro students are required to have specific skills to be placed in higher level classes. See requirements listed above.
NOTE: THE AGES POSTED ARE ONLY SUGGESTIONS. STUDENT PLACEMENT CAN CHANGE BASED ON THE INSTRUCTOR’S EVALUATION OF A DANCER.
Please feel free to contact 7DC to discuss the appropriate level for your dancer.
TESTIMONIALS
"Jenna and the company at 7 Dance Centre instilled a love of dance in our four-year-old daughter during her first year of classes, while at the same time teaching her a great deal about the fundamentals of tap and ballet. When we asked her if she wanted to take dance another year, we received an enthusiastic, 'YES!'"
Mary Tiger