Class Descriptions

  Level 1 – Foundation

Our beginner Classical Jazz class introduces students to the essentials of jazz technique. Dancers will explore isolations, jazz walks, chassés, step-ball-changes, and pivot turns while focusing on posture, musicality, and coordination. Strength and flexibility are developed in a supportive environment that builds confidence and lays a strong technical foundation for future growth.

Level 2 – Development

In this intermediate level, dancers deepen their technical skills and begin to explore more stylistic aspects of jazz. Leaps, turns, and extended progressions challenge students to refine precision, stamina, and control. Musicality and performance quality are emphasized as dancers learn to connect movement with expression, preparing them to take on choreography inspired by Broadway, concert dance, and pop culture.

Level 3 – Artistry & Performance

The advanced level combines technical mastery with expressive artistry. Students train in complex turns, jumps, and layered choreography that demands endurance and versatility. Emphasis is placed on storytelling, musical interpretation, and stage presence. This level is designed for dancers who are ready to bring together their technique, style, and passion for performance, preparing them for auditions, productions, and pre-professional opportunities.

Contemporary Ballet Program

Our Contemporary Ballet Program combines the structure and discipline of classical ballet with the fluidity and expressiveness of contemporary dance. Students build strong technique through traditional barre and center work while exploring grounded movement, floorwork, off-center balances, and dynamic transitions. Each level fosters artistry, versatility, and the confidence to perform with emotional depth.

Level 1 – Foundations

Experience: Beginner to Early Intermediate

Level 1 introduces the core elements of ballet technique while incorporating contemporary movement qualities. Students work on posture, turnout, balance, and coordination through barre and center exercises, as well as explore basic floorwork, spirals, and weight shifts. Emphasis is placed on musicality, storytelling through movement, and building confidence in creative expression.

Level 2 – Development

 Experience: Intermediate

Level 2 expands technical skills with more complex barre combinations, adagio and allegro sequences, and increased flexibility and strength training. Contemporary elements become more integrated, with focus on sustained and suspended movements, use of breath, and fluid floor-to-standing transitions. Dancers also explore improvisation and collaborative choreography projects to deepen artistic voice.

Level 3 – Performance & Artistry

 Experience: Intermediate to Advanced

Level 3 challenges dancers with advanced ballet technique and demanding contemporary phrases that test stamina, control, and versatility. Students explore intricate partnering work, expansive floorwork sequences, and contrasting movement qualities. Choreography is layered with complex musical phrasing and emotional depth, preparing dancers for pre-professional opportunities or advanced performance settings.

Our Hip Hop Program brings the energy and creativity of street dance into the studio, blending the latest commercial styles with strong technical foundations. Students train in rhythm, musicality, coordination, and performance quality while exploring a wide variety of hip hop styles — from old-school grooves to modern commercial choreography. Each level is designed to build confidence, encourage individuality, and inspire dancers to bring their own personality to the movement.

Level 1 – Foundations

Ages: 8–11 | Experience: Beginner to Early Intermediate

Level 1 introduces basic hip hop vocabulary and grooves, focusing on rhythm, coordination, and musicality. Students learn foundational movements such as isolations, step touches, slides, and basic footwork patterns. Choreography is fun and upbeat, allowing dancers to build confidence while exploring their personal style in a supportive environment.

Level 2 – Development

Ages: 10+ | Experience: Intermediate

Level 2 builds on the foundations with more complex footwork, body isolations, and dynamic direction changes. Dancers learn to layer movements, hit musical accents, and perform with greater stage presence. Choreography blends various hip hop styles, including street, commercial, and lyrical hip hop, encouraging versatility and creative expression.

Level 3 – Performance & Artistry

Ages: 12+ | Experience: Intermediate to Advanced

Level 3 challenges dancers with advanced combinations, faster tempos, and intricate musical phrasing. Students explore freestyle techniques, battle-style drills, and choreography that demands precision, stamina, and individuality. This level prepares dancers for high-level performance opportunities, encouraging them to bring authenticity, confidence, and personality to every movement.

Our Performance Stretch Program is designed to help dancers improve flexibility, mobility, and body alignment to enhance both technique and performance quality. Through a combination of dynamic warm-ups, active stretching, and deep flexibility training, students increase their range of motion while maintaining strength and control. The program focuses on safe stretching practices tailored for dancers, ensuring long-term improvement without risk of injury.

Tap

Level 1 – Foundation

This beginner level introduces dancers to the fundamentals of tap technique. Students learn basic steps, rhythms, and terminology while focusing on clarity of sound, coordination, and timing. Emphasis is placed on building a strong foundation of simple combinations and musical awareness, giving dancers confidence to create rhythm through movement.

Level 2 – Development

At the intermediate level, dancers expand their vocabulary with more complex rhythms, syncopation, and traveling steps. Students refine their articulation, speed, and dynamics while exploring combinations that challenge musical precision. Greater emphasis is placed on performance quality and the development of individual style, as dancers begin to connect rhythm with expression.

Level 3 – Artistry & Performance

The advanced level focuses on technical mastery and expressive artistry. Students train in intricate rhythms, improvisation, and challenging choreography that demand control, stamina, and versatility. Emphasis is placed on musical interpretation, performance quality, and stage presence. Dancers at this level combine technical skill with creativity, preparing them for auditions, productions, and professional opportunities.

This playful and creative class introduces young dancers (ages 3-5) to the basics of movement, rhythm, and coordination in a fun, encouraging environment. Through simple steps, imaginative games, and age-appropriate music, the young dancers will explore balance, flexibility, and self-expression while learning how to follow instructions and work together as a group. The focus is on building confidence, developing motor skills, and sparking a lifelong love for dance- all while having lots of fun!

This class introduces young dancers to the beauty of ballet in a playful and fun way. Children will learn the basic ballet positions and movements while exploring rhythm, coordination, and creative expression through age-appropriate music and imaginative activities. With a focus on building balance, posture, and confidence these young dancers will develop fundamental motor skills while experiencing the joy and gracefulness of ballet.

(Ages 8–11)

For kids who love to sing, dance, and act, Broadway Kids is the perfect introduction to the magic of musical theatre! This high-energy class allows young performers to explore all three elements of the stage — learning how to tell stories through movement, voice, and character.

Level 1 – Foundation

Students are introduced to the building blocks of musical theatre: basic stage movement, simple choreography, ensemble singing, and acting through imagination. Focus is placed on building confidence, stage presence, and teamwork in a supportive, playful environment.

Level 2 – Development

At this stage, young performers begin combining their skills into short musical numbers. They learn to coordinate singing with movement, strengthen vocal projection, and explore character work through simple scripts and songs. Emphasis is placed on memorization, timing, and expressive storytelling.

Level 3 – Artistry & Performance

Students refine their performance skills by working on full ensemble numbers and short scenes inspired by Broadway shows. They are challenged to connect dance, singing, and acting with greater polish and confidence. The focus shifts toward stage presence, musical interpretation, and performing as part of a cast.

Broadway Kids is designed to spark creativity, build confidence, and nurture a love of performing — whether students dream of being on Broadway or simply want to have fun expressing themselves.

We host special events and performances throughout the year, giving our dancers the opportunity to showcase their skills and talents.

Looking for one-on-one coaching? Our instructors offer private lessons for dancers who want to improve their skills at their own pace.

At Taylor Made Dance and Theatre Dance School, we're more than just a dance studio. We're a community of dancers who support and encourage each other every step of the way.