Creative Movement Sessions
Toddler Age 2 | Introductory level

A fun-filled child dance class that develops listening and learning skills through the use of music, creative play, and props! Many follow-along songs will be utilized to build independence in our smallest dancers! Sessions will run in 6 week increments throughout the season.

Tots Level
Ages 3-4 | Introductory Level

Tumble Tots 
A spirited class for peppy youngsters who dream of cartwheels and handstands. Students develop listening skills and basic motor skills, while building strength and coordination—and confidence as they master their first tumble! A few theme-based classes may be sprinkled in; classes are held on mats for safety. This class participates in the recital.

Twirling Tots Ballet
A fun-filled child dance class that develops listening and learning skills through the use of music, creative play, and props! This class includes basic dance and ballet skills. This class participates in the recital.

Kinder Level
Ages 4 - 5 | Preschool OR Kindergarten 

Ballet/Tap Combo
Some of our youngest students explore movement through simple ballet and tap moves, while nurturing music appreciation, listening skills and basic motor skills. Classes often incorporate props and themes—like princesses and knights, superheroes, magic wands, and more! This class performs either a ballet or a tap dance in the recital.

Jazz / Acro Combo
An upbeat class for young movers and groovers who are eager to explore their freestyle. Classes jump into jazz and hip-hop styles and will incorporate props and creative movement! This class participates in the recital.

Primary Level
Ages 5 to 6 | Kindergarten OR First Grade

Tap / Ballet / Jazz Combo
This combination class is a fun mix and introduction to three styles: ballet, tap, and jazz. Dancers are taught early dance technique and terminology in all three areas to begin to foster deep understanding of these styles. This class will perform both a tap and a jazz dance in recital. 

Jazz / Acro Combo
An upbeat class for movers and groovers who are eager to explore their freestyle. Classes jump into jazz and acro styles and begin to learn the foundational skills for both. Students develop listening skills and basic motor skills, while building strength and coordination—and confidence as they master their beginning tumble! This class participates in the recital.

Hip Hop
This high-energy class is perfect for dancers new to hip hop! Dancers will learn basic grooves, footwork, and combinations while building confidence, coordination, and style. With age-appropriate music and movement, this class focuses on having fun, developing rhythm, and exploring personal expression through dance. No prior experience needed—just bring your energy and get ready to move!

Foundations Level
Ages 6 to 8 | First OR Second Grade

Ballet / Lyrical Combo
Dancers develop a solid foundation of the fundamental techniques of ballet that span across all dance styles. Students practice traditional barre sequences, positions and alignments, and move fluidly across with both ballet and lyrical techniques. Class concludes with a lyrical combination that promotes expressive movement.

Hip Hop
This high-energy class is perfect for dancers new to hip hop! Dancers will learn basic grooves, footwork, and combinations while building confidence, coordination, and style. With age-appropriate music and movement, this class focuses on having fun, developing rhythm, and exploring personal expression through dance. No prior experience needed—just bring your energy and get ready to move!

Tap/ Jazz Combo 
This fun and energetic combo class introduces dancers to the foundational techniques of both tap and jazz. Dancers will develop rhythm, coordination, and musicality through basic tap steps, while also building strength, flexibility, and performance skills with age-appropriate jazz movement. Perfect for beginner to intermediate dancers,, this class lays the groundwork for strong dance technique in a supportive and engaging environment.

Acro
A physical class that develops strength, flexibility and tumbling ability. Students build confidence, develop goals, and increase their bodily coordination and control. Mats are used while learning and practicing tricks; mini trampolines and inclined motor skill mats may also be used. Foundations of Acro focuses on backbends and recover, cartwheels, and forward and backwards rolls.

Levels 1-5
Ages 8 to 18 | Placement by age and at the discretion of instructors

Ballet
Develop a solid foundation of the fundamental techniques that span across all dance styles. Students practice traditional barre sequences, positions and alignments, and move fluidly across the floor. All Vibe by Emerald students are encouraged to take ballet to learn basic terms, polish skills, and develop bodily awareness that prevents injury.   

Progressions
Progressions focus on the basics of dance technique including turns, turns sequences, leaps, jumps. Class starts with a warm-up, then starts working on a progression of dance technique traveling across the floor. Stretch and strengthening exercises will also be conducted throughout class. 

Jazz
A dynamic class full of big leaps, fast turns and short combinations. Students explore the exciting spirit of dance as they condition their body, increase familiarity of music and beats, and foster healthy self-expression. All classes are held to popular age-appropriate music and classical jazz dance music. 

Tap
Explore a fresh side of dance through percussion and rhythm. Students practice precision in footwork, learn the distinctions of sounds, and develop a sense of teamwork as the class practices to sound as one. Expect bustling feet, patterned claps, and lots of laughs! Students tap in the center of the room and across the floor to short choreographed patterns; tap shoes required.

Acro
A physical class that develops strength, flexibility and tumbling ability. Students build confidence, develop goals, and increase their bodily coordination and control. Mats are used while learning and practicing tricks; mini trampolines and inclined motor skill mats may also be used.

Hip Hop
These classes consist of upbeat street style dancing to age appropriate hip-hop and pop music. Students explore their freestyle, tackle basic tricks, and learn fun dance combinations!

Lyrical
A compelling class for the inquisitive, this class explores self-discovery and the use of space. Students build technique, learn expressive dance combinations, and plunge into guided improvisation. The class utilizes slower yet powerful music (artists may include Adele, Ed Sheeran, Mumford and Sons etc.)

*All classes above will be expected to perform in the end-of-season dance recital!