Twos! (2 yrs)
Carolina Dance Center is pleased to be one of the only studios in the Triangle area to bring the joy of dance and music to children under three years old. We believe it is never too early to introduce the magic of movement! Our Twos! class serves as a natural progression for young dancers to a creative adventure without the assistance of mom or dad. By using games, props, toys, and rhythm instruments, this early beginning class offers creative ways to challenge and inspire a child both mentally and physically. In a supportive environment students learn how to follow the teacher's directions as well as how to interact with their peers. These young dancers do not participate in the annual recital, but they will perform for their parents during their last dance class of the year.
Carolina Dance Center is pleased to be one of the only studios in the Triangle area to bring the joy of dance and music to children under three years old. We believe it is never too early to introduce the magic of movement! Our Twos! class serves as a natural progression for young dancers to a creative adventure without the assistance of mom or dad. By using games, props, toys, and rhythm instruments, this early beginning class offers creative ways to challenge and inspire a child both mentally and physically. In a supportive environment students learn how to follow the teacher's directions as well as how to interact with their peers. These young dancers do not participate in the annual recital, but they will perform for their parents during their last dance class of the year.
Creative Movement (3 yrs)
Creative movement classes are offered for three year olds interested in the softer, more graceful side of dancing. This class is best suited for children who dream of becoming beautiful ballerinas. Dancers will be introduced to the most basic ballet skills and terminology, which will serve as a solid basis upon which to build their dance training in the future. These children will participate in imaginative characterizations and mime based on familiar objects, animals, and experiences. The class will enhance their basic motor skills, improve coordination, and teach them to work with others while learning basic patterns and formations. Each child will experience the joy of movement in this exciting, fun-filled learning environment.
Hollywood Kids (3 yrs and 4 yrs)
Hollywood Kids classes are offered for students interested in trying both tap and ballet. These classes are divided into single age categories. Students will enjoy dancing to a variety of fun, upbeat songs while learning Broadway style tap technique for the first half of the class. The students will achieve a strong tap dance foundation, as well as enhanced coordination. rhythm and timing. During the second half of class, students will be introduced to creative movement and beginning ballet technique. This segment will introduce them to the beauty of classical ballet while developing poise. grace, and musicality. These classes are a great choice for children with high energy, an active imagination, and a love for performing.
Pre-Ballet (4 yrs and 5 yrs)
We offer two levels of pre-ballet classes for our beginning dancers who are not yet ready for the physical and mental demands of a traditionally structured ballet class. The first level is geared towards the cognitive and physical capabilities of 4 year olds. The next level builds on the skills from the 4 year old class while focusing on the abilities of the 5 year old student. Dancers in both levels will learn the fundamentals of classical ballet, including basic technique, vocabulary, and dance etiquette. These classes are designed to improve coordination, promote muscle strength and flexibility, and encourage creativity. All instructional material is presented in a fun, imaginative manner. Our goal for pre-ballet students is to introduce them to a strong technical foundation for future learning while encouraging a passion for the arts.
Tap/Ballet (5 yrs) and Tap/Jazz (5 yrs)
We offer a choice of two combo classes for 5 year olds. These exciting classes are the perfect way for young children to sample and learn to love different styles of dance. Children participating in the combo classes are well prepared to enter any of our Level 1 classes the following year, when each class focuses on one specific dance discipline. The Tap/Ballet combo class builds upon the skills presented in the younger Hollywood Kids classes. Children will be introduced to more complex tap and ballet techniques while enjoying a fast paced, energetic atmosphere. The Tap/Jazz class offers the same level of tap instruction while also providing young dancers with their first taste of beginning jazz technique.
Creative movement classes are offered for three year olds interested in the softer, more graceful side of dancing. This class is best suited for children who dream of becoming beautiful ballerinas. Dancers will be introduced to the most basic ballet skills and terminology, which will serve as a solid basis upon which to build their dance training in the future. These children will participate in imaginative characterizations and mime based on familiar objects, animals, and experiences. The class will enhance their basic motor skills, improve coordination, and teach them to work with others while learning basic patterns and formations. Each child will experience the joy of movement in this exciting, fun-filled learning environment.
Hollywood Kids (3 yrs and 4 yrs)
Hollywood Kids classes are offered for students interested in trying both tap and ballet. These classes are divided into single age categories. Students will enjoy dancing to a variety of fun, upbeat songs while learning Broadway style tap technique for the first half of the class. The students will achieve a strong tap dance foundation, as well as enhanced coordination. rhythm and timing. During the second half of class, students will be introduced to creative movement and beginning ballet technique. This segment will introduce them to the beauty of classical ballet while developing poise. grace, and musicality. These classes are a great choice for children with high energy, an active imagination, and a love for performing.
Pre-Ballet (4 yrs and 5 yrs)
We offer two levels of pre-ballet classes for our beginning dancers who are not yet ready for the physical and mental demands of a traditionally structured ballet class. The first level is geared towards the cognitive and physical capabilities of 4 year olds. The next level builds on the skills from the 4 year old class while focusing on the abilities of the 5 year old student. Dancers in both levels will learn the fundamentals of classical ballet, including basic technique, vocabulary, and dance etiquette. These classes are designed to improve coordination, promote muscle strength and flexibility, and encourage creativity. All instructional material is presented in a fun, imaginative manner. Our goal for pre-ballet students is to introduce them to a strong technical foundation for future learning while encouraging a passion for the arts.
Tap/Ballet (5 yrs) and Tap/Jazz (5 yrs)
We offer a choice of two combo classes for 5 year olds. These exciting classes are the perfect way for young children to sample and learn to love different styles of dance. Children participating in the combo classes are well prepared to enter any of our Level 1 classes the following year, when each class focuses on one specific dance discipline. The Tap/Ballet combo class builds upon the skills presented in the younger Hollywood Kids classes. Children will be introduced to more complex tap and ballet techniques while enjoying a fast paced, energetic atmosphere. The Tap/Jazz class offers the same level of tap instruction while also providing young dancers with their first taste of beginning jazz technique.