Class Descriptions
Tiny Tots Classes
Tiny Tots classes are geared for the 2-3 year old age group, more specifically brand new dancers of that age. Tiny Tots classes are creative movement based for young dancers to learn basic dance vocabulary and focus on motor skills. Creative movement classes are filled with fun props, silly songs, and a more playful approach to learning in order to get young dancers excited while learning proper class etiquette appropriate for their age.
Pre School Classes
Pre School classes are geared for the 3-4 year old age group. Dancers of age 3 should have typically taken one year of a Tiny Tots class. Dancers of age 4 are most likely brand new to dance. Pre School classes offer a mixture of creative movement and technique while providing a stricter class setting.
Pre-Ballet, Pre-Ballet/Tap, and Pre-Ballet/Tap/Jazz
Pre-Ballet, Pre-Ballet/Tap, and Pre-Ballet/Tap/Jazz Classes are geared for the 4-6 age group. Dancers of age 4 should have typically taken one year of a Pre-School dance class and show the ability to focus. Dancers of age 5 should have typically taken one year of a Pre-Ballet class or two years of Pre School classes. Dancers of age 6 in this class typically have no previous dance experience. These classes focus on technique while providing a structured dance class setting.
Level 1 Classes
Level 1 classes are geared for the 6-8 age group. Dancers of age 6 should have typically taken two years of a Pre-Ballet, Pre-Ballet/Tap, and/or Pre-Ballet/Tap/Jazz classes and should be able to focus while staying on task. Dancers of age 7 in this class should have typically taken one year of level 1 classes. Dancers of age 8 in this class typically have little to no previous dance experience.
Dress Code Requirement: Ballet 1 classes must be in appropriate attire of leotard and tights each class. Any color leotard and tights are acceptable.
Level 2 Classes
Level 2 classes are geared for the 7-10 age group. Dancers of age 7 that have taken at least one year of level 1 classes will be considered for level 2 classes depending on technical ability and level of maturity in class. Approval by Miss Jenn is needed for age 7 dancers in level 2 classes. Dancers of age 8 should have typically taken two years of level 1 classes and should be able to focus while demonstrating proper dance class etiquette. Dancers of age 9 should have typically taken 1-2 years of level 2 classes. Dancers of age 10 in this class typically have little to no previous dance experience.
Dress Code Requirement: Ballet 2 classes must be in appropriate attire of leotard and tights each class. Any color leotard and tights are acceptable.
Level 3 Classes
Level 3 classes are geared for the 10-13 age group. Dancers of age 10 that have taken at least one year of level 2 classes will be considered for level 3 classes depending on technical ability and level of maturity in class. Approval by Miss Jenn is needed for age 10 dancers in level 3 classes. Dancers of age 11 and 12 should have typically taken one or two years of level 3 classes and should be able to focus while demonstrating proper dance class etiquette. Dancers of age 13 in this class typically have no previous dance experience.
Dress Code Requirement: Ballet 3 classes must be in appropriate attire of leotard and tights each class. Any color leotard and tights are acceptable.
Beginning/Intermediate Classes
Beginning/Intermediate classes are geared for the 8-13 age group. Approval of Miss Jenn is needed for age 7 dancers to join this class. Dancers of age 8-9 should have typically taken one or two years of level 2 classes. Dancers of ages 10-11 should have typically taken one year of level 3 classes. Dancers of ages 12-13 typically have little to no experience. Dancers age 14 with no experience would most likely be placed in this class.
Pre-Pointe Classes
Pre-Pointe classes are geared for the 10-12 age group that wish to be able to dance en pointe in the future. Pre-Pointe classes focus on strengthening the feet, ankles, and muscles necessary for pointe work. Pre-Pointe dancers must be enrolled in a weekly ballet class and have good attendance. Dancers must be able to pass an assessment before earning their pointe shoes. For safety and the longevity of a dancer, this typically happens at/about age 12 once the dancer’s feet are strong enough. Pointe shoes should not be purchased until approved and must be fitted by a professional.
Dress Code Requirement: Pre-Pointe dancers should be in proper ballet attire of leotard and tights each class. Dancers must be in black leotard and ballet pink tights for this class.
Teen Classes
Teen classes are considered Level 4 and are geared for the 11-16 age group. Dancers of age 11 that have taken at least one year of level 3 classes will be considered for level 4 classes depending on technical ability and level of maturity in class. Approval by Miss Jenn is needed for age 11 dancers in level 4 classes. Dancers of age 12 -14 should have typically taken one or two years of level 4 classes and should have an understanding of dance technique. Dancers of age 15-16 in this class typically have little to no previous dance experience.
Dress Code Requirement: Teen Ballet classes must be in proper ballet attire of leotard and tights each class. Dancers must be in black leotard and ballet pink tights for this class.
Intermediate/Advanced Classes
Intermediate/Advanced classes are considered Level 5 and are geared for the 13 and above age group. Approval of Miss Jenn is needed for dancers younger than age 13 to join this class. Dancers of age 12 that have taken at least one year of level 4 classes will be considered for level 5 classes depending on technical ability and level of maturity in class. Dancers above age 14 should have typically taken one or two years of level 5 classes and should have an great understanding of proper dance technique.
Dress Code Requirement: Int./Adv. Ballet classes must be in proper ballet attire of leotard and tights each class. Dancers must be in black leotard and ballet pink tights for this class.
Pointe Classes
Pointe classes are geared for the 12 and up age group that have passed a Pre-Pointe assessment or have approval from Miss Jenn. Pointe dancers must be enrolled in the Ballet 4/5 Class. Pointe shoes should not be purchased until approved and must be fitted by a professional. Dancers will not be allowed to go en pointe or join this class based on their previous experience, they will only be allowed based off their technical ability and strength in ballet classes.
Dress Code Requirement: Pointe classes must be in proper ballet attire of leotard and tights each class. Dancers must be in black leotard and ballet pink tights for this class.
Acro Classes
All Acro Dance classes follow the Acrobatic Arts Syllabus and are taught by Miss Jenn, an Acrobatic Arts certified teacher. Pre School Acro follows the Pre School Acro Syllabus by Acrobatic Arts. Dancers will NOT be split up by age for classes.
Pre School Acro is for ages 3-4. Acro Dance is for ages 5+.
For safety of all students in class and the ability to progress at a faster pace, classes are split by level. If a student is new to Acro Dance and is in the 5-7 age range they would sign up for “Level P & 1”. If a student is new to Acro Dance and Arco Dance is in the 8+ age range they would sign up for "Level 1 & 2". Acro Dance is different from gymnastics; therefore, a dancer with a gymnastics background should attend a trial class/private placement class. Dancers with previous Acro Dance experience at OPDC will be placed in the appropriate level for them individually. All level placements are decided by Miss Jenn, no exceptions. Dancers that pass the highest level in their class may move to the next level class if they pass the level by the end of December. Teen Acro is geared for dancers of ages 11+ that would be placed in the following levels: P, 1, 2, 3, & 4 and wish to be with dancers more within their age range.
Dress Code Requirement: Acro classes must be in proper attire or they may not be permitted to tumble. Anyone with a t-shirt, baggy shorts, or a skirt will not be allowed to tumble as clothing like this gets in the way and may be a safety concern when landing tricks. Dancers should be in form fitting attire, preferably a leotard with shorts/leggings and footless/convertible tights allowing the dancer to have bare feet.