1st and 2nd Grade
In the Tap & Broadway Jazz dance class for 1st & 2nd grade, students have the opportunity to develop and build upon their tap and jazz dance technique in our fun and creative theatre space.
The Broadway jazz portion of class focuses on flexibility and strength, building upon technical dance skills like kicks and leaps while focusing on storytelling through movement. The tap portion of class works toward developing coordination, balance and rhythm using fundamental tap steps while exploring expression through music.
Saturdays / 10:30am - 11:30am
Classes begin: September 20, 2025
Tuition: $750 for the entire year (September-May)
Payment plans are available during registration.
No additional costs for registration, costumes, or showcase tickets.
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Building foundational dance skills that develop confidence in movement
Learning basic dance vocabulary and terminology
Strengthening coordination and balance
Understanding rhythm and staying in time with the music
Working toward clear movement quality, especially for crisp sounds in tap
Working both as individuals and as an ensemble toward a finished piece
Gaining performance skills through movement and choreography
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Clothing that is comfortable to move in and not restrictive of movement.
Examples: leotard & tights, dance skirt, leggings, athletic shorts, fitted t-shirts, athletic top
Not Acceptable: jeans, baggy clothing, dresses/skirts
Ballet shoes (for Pre-K & K classes only): Ballet Pink Full Sole or Split Sole Ballet Shoes (Suggested Brand: Capezio)
Tap shoes: Black Lace Up Tap Shoes (Suggested Brands: Capezio, Bloch or SoDanca)
Jazz shoes: Black Split Sole Slip On Jazz Shoes (Suggested Brands: Theatricals, Bloch, Capezio or SoDanca)
Check our What to Wear page for more information about shoes and where to purchase HERE
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Observation week for all dance classes will be the week of December 1st-6th. This is for families of enrolled students as well as students interested in joining halfway through the year.
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All dance classes will culminate with a final showcase in May 2026 (specific date to come) for family and friends! Each group will share the following: a glimpse into some technique they learned in class as well as one to two fully choreographed pieces based on the class style and age group.
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If a student wishes to join The Dance Studio program mid-way through, they are welcome to do so up until January 16, 2026. After that date, no new registrations will be accepted as classes will be working toward their final performances at that time.
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