Our Spring session has already started, but registration will remain open through Saturday, January 25th!

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Spring 2025 Schedule

Studio A
 Studio B
5:00 – 5:45
Beg. Hip Hop (7+)
Mr. Kyle
  
5:45 – 6:15
Beg./Int. Hip Hop (11+)
Mr. Kyle
5:45 – 6:15
Beg. Lyrical (7+)
Miss Jen
 
6:15 – 6:45
Beg. Jazz (7+)
Miss Jen
 
6:45 – 7:15
Beg. Tap (7+)
Miss Jen
 

7:15 – 8:15
Adult Combo (Six-Week Sessions)**
Learn More and Register

**Please note that our adult class now has its own registration and pricing structure, as it is available as a drop-in class and runs in 6-week sessions. Click “Learn More and Register” in the table above for more information.

Studio A
 Studio B
5:00 – 5:45
Musical Theater* (7+)
Miss Brieanna
 
5:45 – 6:15
Int. Lyrical (10+)
Miss Brieanna
5:45 – 6:15
Beg./Int. Lyrical (11+)
Miss Jen
6:15 – 6:45
Int. Jazz (10+)
Miss Brieanna
6:15 – 6:45
Beg./Int. Jazz (11+)
Miss Jen
6:45 – 7:15
Int. Hip Hop (10+)
Miss Brieanna
6:45 – 7:15
Beg./Int. Tap (11+)
Miss Jen
7:15 – 7:45
Int. Tap (10+)
Miss Brieanna
 
Studio A
 Studio B
4:00 – 4:45
My Grown Up and Me (18 months – 3 years)
Miss Holly
 
5:00 – 5:45
Pre Peewee Combo (3 – 4)
Miss Holly
5:00 – 5:45
Voice (7 – 10)
Miss Danielle
5:45 – 6:30
Acting (7 – 10)
Miss Serena
5:45 – 6:30
Voice (11+)
Miss Danielle
6:30 – 7:15
Acting (11+)
Mr. Dave & Miss Aubrey
 
Studio A
 Studio B
5:00 – 5:45
Peewees (Ages 5-6)
Miss Brieanna
  
5:45 – 6:15
Adv. Lyrical (10+)
Miss Brieanna
5:45 – 6:30
Ballet I
Miss Holly
6:15 – 6:45
Adv. Jazz (10+)
Miss Brieanna
6:30 – 7:15
Acro (Ages 7+)
Miss Jen
6:45 – 7:15
Adv. Tap (10+)
Miss Brieanna

*All students enrolled in Musical Theater or Acro must also take another dance class.

Our resident music director, Miss Danielle, also teaches private voice lessons on Wednesdays and Fridays!

Private Voice Lessons

Class Descriptions & Prerequisites

In general, our beginner/intermediate classes that are listed for ages 11+ (taught by Miss Jen) are meant for students with more than 3 years’ experience in the respective style of dance. Students who are over the age of 11 but newer to dance should join our beginner-level classes that are listed for ages 7+. Teachers will notify students when they believe they are ready to move into an intermediate or advanced level class. Any student who believes they are ready to move into a more advanced level class may request an audition by emailing info@j-dapa.org. During the audition, students will be tested on dance terminology and asked to learn and perform a short combination with their parent present.

More details about each class type, as well as prerequisites for intermediate and advanced classes, are available below. If you are interested in an upper-level class, or unsure what class is the best fit for your child’s age and/or ability level, please contact us at info@j-dapa.org and we will work together to find the best fit for your student.

A beginner level acrobatics class. Acrobatics uses strength and flexibility to perform gymnastic-based tricks. In this class, students work towards increasing their flexibility, balance, strength, and coordination. Students work to master skills such as cartwheel, front roll, back roll, back bend from a standing position.

This class will introduce students to the techniques used by actors who play musical and straight play theater scenes. Basic acting techniques will be taught through theater games as well as skits. Students will be given lessons in freeing the body of nervous tension, projection, articulation as well as developing confidence, presence, and emotional expressiveness. Theater classes have been proven to enhance a child’s confidence, public speaking, teamwork, poise, conversation, social skills, and more!

Acting classes perform in a Showcase at our studio that is separate from our normal recitals.

Ballet is the foundation for many forms of dance. Ballet classes help people of all ages and genders work on posture, strength, flexibility, musicality, fitness and much more. During class, students will work on body alignment, barre and center work, and across the floor combinations. Ballet is a fantastic class to take in conjunction with other dance classes if you are looking to improve your technique.

Ballet I

An introductory ballet class for students age 7+ with less than 3 years ballet and/or lyrical experience. 

Beginner Hip Hop 7+

A beginner level hip hop class for dancers ages 7+. Hip hop dance is a fast-paced and energetic dance style set to hip hop music. Classes include a warm up, across the floor, center combinations, freestyle exploration, and an introduction into hip hop foundations such as popping and locking.

Intermediate Hip Hop 10+

An intermediate/advanced hip hop class for dancers ages 10+. Students must have 5+ years hip hop and/or jazz experience.

Jazz combines techniques of ballet, modern and popular dance. Jazz is a fun, upbeat and expressive style of dance. Classes focus on increasing strength, flexibility, rhythm, isolations and personal expression.

Beginner Jazz 7+

An introductory jazz class for dancers ages 7+. This class is a good fit for dancers with less than 3 years experience. 

Beginner/Intermediate Jazz 11+

A beginner/intermediate class for students 11+ and/or 3+ years of jazz experience. This class is a great option for students who have some jazz dance experience and are working towards intermediate and advanced level classes. This class is also a great option to take in conjunction with another jazz class to boost technique.

Intermediate Jazz 10+

A jazz class for students with 3+ years of jazz dance experience. Students must have prerequisite knowledge of dance terminology and ability to independently execute skills such as kick ball change, chasse, chaine, 5 positions of jazz, jete, pirouette, etc.

Advanced Jazz 10+

An advanced level jazz class for students with 5+ years of experience in jazz. Combinations and routines in this class differ from intermediate level classes both in the speed movements are taught and the way they are performed. To enroll in this class, students must have prerequisite knowledge of dance terminology and ability to independently execute skills using proper technique such as chaine, 5 positions in jazz, chasse, lindy, pas de bourree, battement, jete, pique turns etc. Students must be able to perform at least a single inside and outside pirouette on the right and left.

Lyrical dance is a fusion of ballet and jazz techniques where the choreography utilizes movement that expresses the emotions of the lyrics in the song.

Beginner Lyrical 7+

An introductory lyrical class for dancers ages 7+. This class is a good fit for dancers with less than 3 years experience. 

Beginner/Intermediate Lyrical 11+

A beginner/intermediate class for students 11+ and/or 3+ years of lyrical experience. This class is a great option for students who have some lyrical dance experience and are working towards intermediate and advanced level classes. This class is also a great option to take in conjunction with another lyrical class to boost technique.

Intermediate Lyrical 10+

A lyrical class for students with 3+ years of lyrical dance experience. Dancers must have prerequisite knowledge of dance terminology and ability to independently execute skills such as chaine turn, plie, pose, 5 positions of ballet, chasse etc. Students without knowledge or ability to perform these steps will be asked to join the beginner level class.

Advanced Lyrical 10+

An advanced level lyrical class for students with 5+ years of experience in lyrical dance. Dancers must have prerequisite knowledge of dance terminology and ability to independently execute skills such as chaine turn, plie, passe, 5 positions of ballet, chasse, pique turn, etc. Students must be able to perform inside/outside pirouettes on the right and left, maintain proper technique when holding passe, tendu, and coupe.

One of our most popular classes! This jazz-based class incorporates the style of dancing one would see on a Broadway stage. Students work on their storytelling ability by connecting their movements and facial expressions to enhance their performance skills. A typical Musical Theater class includes a warm up, acting, movement and improv games and dance combinations. This class fills up FAST so don’t wait to register! 

A music and movement class for children (18 months-3 years) and their parents/guardians. Students will be introduced to basic dance steps, rhythm and following directions. This class helps students develop gross motor skills, coordination, confidence and self-esteem.

Pre Peewee (Ages 3-4)

In this class, dancers will be introduced to a variety of dance styles such as jazz, tap, ballet, hip hop and acrobatics. Students will begin to learn basic dance technique while participating in creative movement and using their imagination. This is a great class to help our youngest dancers improve their gross motor skills and self confidence.

Peewee (Ages 5-6)

Peewee Class Ages 5-6: In this class, dancers will be introduced to a variety of dance styles including jazz, tap, ballet, hip hop and acrobatics. The purpose of this introductory class is to help students develop motor skills through a variety of movements. This combo class focuses on learning basic dance vocabulary, improving flexibility, balance and learning choreography helping to boost dancers’ confidence both on and off the stage.

Beginner Tap 7+

An introductory tap class for dancers ages 7+. In beginner tap class, dancers will learn a variety of steps that focus on timing, musicality, rhythm and basic tap terminology. This class is a good fit for dancers with less than 3 years experience.

Beginner/Intermediate Tap 11+

A beginner/intermediate class for students 11+ and/or 3+ years of tap experience. In this tap class, students will work on basic tap technique, rhythm and musicality. Dancers will work on mastering tap steps such as shuffle, flap, Irish, buffalo, maxi ford, cramp roll, paradiddle, drawback, waltz clog, and Shirley Temple. This class is a great option for students who have some tap dance experience and are working towards intermediate and advanced level classes. This class is also a great option to take in conjunction with another tap class to boost technique.  

Intermediate Tap 10+

A tap class for students with 3+ years of tap dance experience. Dancers must have prerequisite knowledge of dance terminology and ability to independently execute tap steps such as flaps, shuffles, Irish, running flaps, riff walks etc.

Advanced Tap 10+

An advanced level tap class for students with 5+ years of experience in tap. Combinations and routines in this class differ from intermediate level classes both in the speed movements are taught and the way they are performed. To enroll in this class, students must have prerequisite knowledge of dance terminology and ability to independently execute tap steps such as single, double and triple time steps, waltz clog time step, draw backs, Buffalo, irish, maxi ford, paradiddle, shim sham, back essence etc.

Voice class provides students with the basic foundations of singing technique along with an introduction to vocal performance, repertoire, and appreciation. Vocal lessons help you, as a singer, achieve a finer grasp of a musical style, performance techniques, focus, proper articulation, and delivery. You will learn how to use proper breath support, increase vocal range, sing with ease and clarity and learn to project your voice.

Tuition and Fees

Tuition is calculated according to the number of weeks and classes and is billed on the 5th of each month. A late fee of $15 will be applied to any payment not received by the 10th. If payment is not received by the 12th of the month, students will not be permitted to attend classes until any outstanding bill is paid. Please contact us if your family is experiencing financial hardship and we will do our best to help! Prices listed are per class, per week.

Class Length/Type
 Price Per Week
30 Minutes $8
45 Minutes
$10
Private Voice Lesson (30 minutes)
Pricing available on request

New students will be charged a $15 registration fee. In addition, ALL students will be charged $20 for a T-shirt that will be worn in the finale of our Spring Recital. This fee is charged per student, not per class.

Additional Information and Policies

Please read the information below carefully. In addition, when registering within our Parent Portal, please read the Waivers & Policies thoroughly as they include important information about our rules, procedures, and recital costumes.

  • January 6th, 2025: First day of Spring classes
  • January 25th, 2025: Last day of registration

More information will be available soon regarding the date of our Spring Recital!

Please note that all students (both new and returning) will be charged a $20 fee at the time of registration for Spring classes. This will cover the cost of a t-shirt to be worn during the finale of our Spring recital.

If you are not sure if classes are being held on a certain date (i.e. a holiday or school vacation), you can check our Class Calendar by visiting the Parent Portal. After logging in, click ‘Calendar’ and use the arrows to navigate to the date in question. If you are still unsure, please contact us: info@j-dapa.org.

  • No jeans, jeggings, jean shorts, dresses or skirts (does not included skirted leotards) are allowed in class
  • Dance clothing should not be baggy/loose fitting so that instructors are able to see and correct the dancer’s alignment and proper placement
  • Clothing should not cover the dancer’s hands or feet
  • Baggy long sleeve shirts/hoodies are permitted only during warm up and should not be worn throughout class 
  • Clothing should not have any offensive language or images
  • Hair must be tied back securely in a bun, ponytail or braids and remain tied back for the duration of class. No hair should be in the dancer’s face. Dancers who arrive with their hair down will be asked to put hair up before they are allowed into class.
  • No jewelry, especially earrings (studs are fine)
  • No street shoes are allowed inside studio A or B.

Pre Peewee, Peewee, Jazz, Tap, Musical Theater Hip Hop

Any of the following are acceptable:

  • Leotard/biketard (tank, long sleeve or short sleeve)
  • Stretch pants/leggings
  • Stretch shorts
  • T-shirt

Acro

  • A leotard or biketard MUST be worn
  • Students may wear leggings or bike shorts over leotard 

Lyrical

Any of the following are acceptable:

  • Leggings 
  • T-shirt/Tank
  • Dance shorts
  • Leotard 
  • If wearing tights, stirrup or convertible tights ONLY 
  • Feet must be bare under pirouette shoes in order to participate in lyrical class
  • Students with more than 3 consecutive absences may be removed from class.
  • Students with more than 6 total absences may be be removed from class.
  • Students without proper attire will not be allowed to participate in class.
    • This includes proper shoes, clothing, and appropriate hair styling (tied back). Please see the Class Attire tab for more information.
    • This will count as an absence.

Bullying will not be tolerated and will result in immediate dismissal from J-DAPA without a class or costume refund. If your child is a victim of bullying in class, please bring it to the attention of their dance teacher or Donna Tellier as soon as possible so that it can be handled.