Now’s the time to learn to dance, but where do you start and how do you choose the perfect dance class? The style or genre of dance, the music used in the classes, the instructor, and class level are all reasons you might choose one class over another.
1. CHOOSE YOUR STYLE
There are thousands of different dance styles. If you’re just starting out on your dance journey, learn a bit more about different dance styles from around the world by watching this short video.
Finding a class that fits your skills and experience is next! Whether you’re just starting out, or have been dancing for years, finding the right dance class level can be really challenging and every dance studio talks about leveling a little differently. At Joy of Motion, we teach brand new and experienced dancers of all ages, learn more about how we define levels for Adults and Youth by clicking the links or scrolling.
3. FIND AN INSTRUCTOR
Choosing an instructor that helps motivate and challenge you is so important and can make all the difference in your training. Get to know our teaching artists here. We suggest trying out classes with a few different teachers until you find one that speaks to your learning style.
Classes are for adult students who are true beginners. No prior dance experience is necessary!
Some Experience: Adult Intro II (Series)
Classes are for adult students who have taken Intro I or for dancers with experience in a similar style.
Dance Fitness Classes for Everyone
Classes in conditioning, stretching, strengthening, and more for adult students. No prior experience is necessary!
Community Classes for Adults (Drop-In): 1+ years of experience, most adult dancers will be in this level!
Community classes, or classes with no level designation, are for adult students with some experience in a style and these classes appeal to the vast majority of our drop in students. Typically, students will have one or more years of experience for classes in a genre/style like African, Ballet, Contemporary, Flamenco, Jazz, Modern. The pace and difficulty will vary from class to class and descriptions will be added by the instructors soon! Formerly called Beginner/Advanced Beginner level.
Intermediate/Advanced Classes for Adults (Drop In): Moderate to extensive experience
Intermediate/Advanced classes are for adult students with moderate to extensive experience in a style. These classes appeal to dancers with rigorous recent training, pre-professional dancers, para-professional dancers, professional dancers, and dance educators. The pace and difficulty will vary from class to class and descriptions will be added by the instructors soon! Formerly called Intermediate or Advanced level.
Youth Class Levels
Kidmotion (Ages 2-5)
Teaching our youngest dancers, students Ages 2-5, how to move to music and how to be in a dance class. Students play movement and dance based games. Students also develop motor skills, physical, and spatial awareness. These students do not typically perform.
Level I
Students who are new to dance, have less than one year of experience in a style, or have not mastered the skills & competencies for level II (varies by style/genre).
Youth Level II
Students who have a minimum of 1+ years of experience in a style or have not mastered the skills & competencies for level III (varies by style/genre).
Youth Level III / IV
Students who have a minimum of 2+ years of experience in a style. Currently the highest level offered.
Youth Performance Training
Training programs in hip hop, jazz, modern, and tap for young dancers, in Grades 3-12, who love to be onstage. Training classes in the fall are open to all students, but recommended for students with a minimum of 1 year of experience in a style.
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