Dance Classes in Arlington, MA

Ages 11-18

We offer a variety of classes for students and work with families to place dancers into classes that best match each student’s interest, age, and skill to foster a safe, family-friendly environment. Learning technique, having fun, and a passion for dance makes for a happy and rewarding experience for all of our students.

We offer discounts for multiple classes and siblings.

Most classes perform in our June recital and there will be additional costs for costumes.

Class schedule subject to change or cancellation due to insufficient registration.

  • Ballet Technique

    Designed to enhance body alignment, flexibility, focus, and vocabulary; students will be introduced to the basic positions, turns, and jumps through barre and centre work. This class does not perform in the recital.

    Age
    11-18

    Session
    September – June

    Day & Time
    Ages 10-12: Friday 5:30-6:30
    Ages 14+: Wednesday 3:30-5:00

    Cost
    Ages 10-12: $80 per month
    Ages 14+: $100 per month

    Dress Code

    Girls
    Bloch Style #258 split sole ballet slippers (pink) or canvas split sole
    Black leotard and caramel tights
    Black ballet skirt or shorts (optional)
    Hair: Bun

    Boys
    Bloch Style #258 split sole ballet slippers (black) or canvas split sole
    T-shirt or tank and athletic pants

    Registration Closed

  • Pointe

    For the advanced student to progress on to this classical ballet technique in which the dancer supports all body weight on the tips of fully extended feet within pointe shoes.  This class is by invitation or evaluation required.  Student must also enroll in Ballet Technique.  This is class performs one dance in the recital.

    Age
    13-18

    Session
    September – June

    Day & Time
    Wednesday 5:00-5:30

    Cost
    $37.50 per month

    Dress Code
    Bloch Style #258 split sole ballet slippers (pink) or canvas split sole
    Pointe shoes
    Black leotard and caramel tights
    Black ballet skirt or shorts (optional)
    Hair: Bun

    Registration Closed

  • Ballet

    Designed to encourage technique, agility, graceful movement, and the expression of emotion through choreography; students will learn contemporary ballet vocabulary and technique influenced by George Balanchine, considered the father of modern American ballet.  This class performs one dance in the recital.

    Age
    12-18

    Session
    September – June

    Day & Time
    Wednesday 5:00-6:15

    Cost
    $90 per month

    Dress Code
    Bloch Style #258 split sole ballet slippers (pink) or canvas split sole
    Leotard and tights or fitted tank
    Ballet skirt or shorts (optional)
    Hair: Ponytail or bun

    Registration Closed

  • Jazz

    Designed to teach various jazz styles with their energetic movements; fancy footwork, big leaps, and quick turns; students will develop aerobic fitness and increased flexibility while learning to show emotion and develop their own individual style.  This class performs one dance in the recital.

    Age
    12-18

    Session
    September – June

    Day & Time
    Tuesday 3:30-4:30

    Cost
    $80 per month

    Dress Code
    No Shoes
    Leotard and tights or fitted tank
    Jazz pants, capris, or shorts (optional)
    Hair: Ponytail

    Registration Closed

  • Tap

    Designed to teach tap techniques using musical, harmonious rhythms; students will use their feet like drums to create energetic, rhythmic patterns and timely beats.  This class performs one dance in the recital.

    Age
    12-18

    Session
    September – June

    Day & Time
    Thursday 4:00-4:45

    Cost
    $75 per month

    Dress Code
    Bloch #321 tap shoes (black)
    Leotard and tights or fitted tank
    Jazz pants, capris, or shorts (optional)
    Hair: Ponytail

    Registration Closed

  • Contemporary

    Designed to improve versatility, improvisation, and emotional expression; students will learn how to move their bodies expressively as they combine elements of jazz and ballet through floor work, complex footwork, and leaps.  This class performs one dance in the recital.

    Age
    12-18

    Session
    September – June

    Day & Time
    Wednesday 6:30-7:30

    Cost
    $80 per month

    Dress Code
    No shoes
    Leotard and tights or fitted tank
    Jazz pants, capris, or shorts (optional)
    Hair: PonytailDescription goes here

    Registration Closed

  • Hip Hop

    Designed to teach movements from various street dance styles including old school, new school, and breakdance; students with and without previous dance experience will learn to perform to upbeat, current, and popular music while having a ton of fun.

    Age
    12-18

    Session
    September – June

    Day & Time
    Monday 6:15-7:00

    Cost
    $75 per month

    Dress Code
    Designated dance sneakers (no street shoes)
    Activewear
    Hair: Ponytail

    Registration Closed

  • Acrobatics Dance

    Acrobatics is a gymnastic-based class.  In this class students will learn and gain skills through progression with a focus on conditioning, strength, balance, tumbling, and flexibility.  Students will practice on gymnastics mats and/or floor equipment with the goal of performing skills on a dance/hard floor.  At times, students may be spotted by the teacher for tricks.  Part of the class structure may consist of partner work or lifts.  This class performs one dance in the recital.

    Intermediate – This class requires prerequisite skills; handstand, cartwheel, and backbend.

    Please Note: Final placement decision will be made by the teacher/studio.

    Age
    9+

    Session
    September – June

    Day & Time
    Ages 9+: Intermediate: Monday 4:30-5:30

    Cost
    $80 per month

    Dress Code
    Bare Feet
    Leotard
    Shorts (optional)
    Hair: Ponytail

    Registration Closed