The Dance Corner - Killingworth, CT: Dance Classes

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The Dance Corner is dedicated to providing its students with a well-rounded education in all facets of dance. Our classes emphasize correct technique, fundamentals and a familiarization of the dance vocabulary.

Classes for Toddlers, Pre-School and Kindergarten Dancers

Twinkle Babies: Saturdays 9:00-9:30am
Ages 2-3
A thirty minute introductory dance class for toddlers containing ballet and creative movement. Young dancers will learn the basic ballet steps while working on classroom skills such as following directions, listening and working with others in a positive environment. The use of fun, age appropriate music engages the young dancers’ minds and bodies. The use of props such as scarves, hula hoops and maracas, enables the young dancers to use their imagination, creativity and, most of all, have fun!
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Twinkle Stars: Wednesdays, 3:30-4:30pm, Thursdays 9:30-10:30am or Saturdays 9:30-10:30am
Ages 3-4
A one-hour class for pre-schoolers containing ballet, tap and creative movement. This class introduces young dancers to two styles of dance and inspires them to explore their own movement style in a positive environment. Dancers will also learn basic steps and terminology in ballet and tap. Dancers in this class will improve flexibility and coordination through fun, age appropriate movement games and exercises designed to keep engage young dancers’ minds and bodies. The use of props such as scarves for the “freeze dance” makes the end of class the most fun!
Placement Notes: It is highly recommended that Twinkle Stars students be at least 3 ½ at the start of the dance year. Students younger than this should consider the Twinkle Babies class for their first dance experience.
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Mini Hip Hop- Wednesdays 3:45-4:30pm
Ages 4-6
This high energy class teaches rhythm, coordination, and balance through age-appropriate movements set to fun upbeat music. Hip Hop instills rhythm and helps young dancers develop muscle memory. This style is upbeat and great for girls and boys who like to move and are not excited about the traditional ballet and tap classes.
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Classes for Dancers Ages 5 and Up

	Ballet
	The the foundation of most modern day dance forms. This beautiful and demanding technique is a necessity for all young, aspiring dancers. Ballet classes are offered for beginning through advanced levels.

	Jazz, Hip Hop, Broadway Jazz & Lyrical
	Classes offer students the chance to explore a variety of music and dance styles from Theatrical Jazz to more urban styles while developing strength, coordination and correct body alignment.

	Kung Fu Hip Hop™
	Kick, punch and dance your way to fitness and fun with this innovative program found only at The Dance Corner, taught by the program creator, Apollo Smile. Kung Fu Dance is a high energy mix of martial arts and hip hop dance for boys and girls.

	Pointe
	Offered for students who are twelve years old or older, have studied dance for a number of years, are taking two or more dance classes a week, and have received instructor permission.

	Irish Step
	Offered for boys and girls of age 7-Adult. Students will learn the traditional Irish dances made popular by "River Dance." Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced classes.

	Boys Tap & Jazz
	Boys of all ages and levels of experience are encouraged to join our studio. We offer a variety of classes for boys to increase coordination and dexterity while building confidence in a positive and interactive group-learning environment.

	Tap dance
	A style of American theatrical dance, distinguished by percussive footwork, that marks out precise rhythmic patterns on the floor. Classes are offered for all dancers age 3- Adult.

Modern Dance

An expressive style of dance developed in the early 20th century as a rebellion against the strict structure of ballet. Students will use the movement vocabulary they've learned in other dance classes to explore new areas of movement and arrange and invent steps to create their own dances. Modern Dance allows students to explore their individual dance style outside of the structure of traditional ballet and jazz classes.