Students will feel like real dancers in training in our Sapphire Level classes! They are so excited to get to do exercises at the barre, which has always been reserved for the “big kids”. Dancers will learn more feet and arm positions as well as focusing on precision, posture, placement, and turnout. Performing exercises to build their arm and leg coordination will prepare students for more difficult movements as they progress. Dancers work on stretching and strengthening their arms, legs, and core so they can execute more ambitious steps with greater ease.

This class prepares dancers for the next level, the Ruby Level, which is a pre-pointe class.

Contemporary is one of the most expressive styles of dance, incorporating modern, jazz, lyrical, and ballet. Dancers love getting to explore and convey their emotions through movement. It is many dancers’ favorite style- everyone loves it!

Contemporary isn’t easy and requires previous ballet or jazz experience. Dancers wanting to take this class must also take a technique class (ballet or jazz).

*Audition only

Contemporary is one of the most expressive styles of dance, incorporating modern, jazz, lyrical, and ballet. Dancers love getting to explore and convey their emotions through movement. It is many dancers’ favorite style- everyone loves it!

Youth Contemporary – Ages 8-11 – An additional Ballet or Jazz class is recommended
Teen Contemporary – Ages 12 & up – An additional Ballet or Jazz class is required

Contemporary is one of the most expressive styles of dance, incorporating modern, jazz, lyrical, and ballet. Dancers love getting to explore and convey their emotions through movement. It is many dancers’ favorite style- everyone loves it!

*An additional Ballet or Jazz class is recommended

If your dancer wants to take a class that is more upbeat and less structured than ballet, but also wants to learn some dance technique, Jazz is the class for them! Jazz dancers will learn leaps, kicks, turns, and fun routines to current, age-appropriate music. Jazz is seen in many Broadway shows as well as “So You Think You Can Dance”. Your dancer may just be starting their journey to the bright lights of Broadway!

Youth Contemporary – Ages 8-11:

Tuesdays 5:00-5:55pm

At ABC’s of Dance, our goal is to make sure our billing is as clear and simple as possible!

During normal Dance Seasons, we hold two beautiful performances during Winter and Spring at the beautiful Aratani Theatre Downtown. Our pricing would be inclusive and include not only your dancer’s class tuition, but also their costume and recital fees as well to make your life easier. Our families have always loved our Super Simple Pricing! This Season, while we are hopeful to be able to hold performances, we are not able to guarantee it, so our pricing will only cover weekly class tuition.

We are currently accepting new students to join us mid-season, except for our Sapphire Level Ballet Program and higher. As classes began in August, dancers will need to start with an Introductory Package so the teacher can make sure they’re up to joining an ongoing class. Dance is based on repetition, so new dancers should catch up to their classmates quickly.

The Introductory Package includes 2 classes and a prop bag for your dancer.

At ABC’s of Dance, our goal is to make sure our billing is as clear and simple as possible!

During the Dance Season, we hold two beautiful performances during Winter and Spring at the beautiful Aratani Theatre Downtown. Our pricing is inclusive and includes not only your dancer’s class tuition, but also their costume and recital fees to make your life easier. Our families love our Super Simple Pricing!

Payments:

Payments are inclusive and cover weekly class tuition, recital costumes, and performance fees. Payments are charged in 9 installments, with the first installment due upon enrollment and the subsequent 8 installments auto-billed to your credit card on the 15th of the month from September 15, 2022-April 15, 2023.

Payments are 9 monthly installments of $175 for 1 class per week

Other Fees:

Annual Membership Fee: $35

Jade & Amethyst Only: Prop Bag Fee (for new dancers): $20

Ballet Class Uniform : $75

Jazz/Tap Class Uniform: $60

Payments:

Payments are charged in 9 installments, with the first installment due upon enrollment and the subsequent 8 installments auto-billed to your credit card on the 15th of the month from September 15, 2024-April 15, 2025.

Payments are 9 monthly installments of $189 for 1 class per week

Other Fees:

Annual Membership Fee: $35

Jade & Amethyst Only: Prop Bag Fee (for new dancers): $20

Ballet Class Uniform : $75

Jazz/Tap Class Uniform: $60

New for our 2021-2022 Dance Season – we are introducing beautiful uniforms so your dancer feels part of the class from their very first day. Dancers in our Ballet Program wear a different color in each level to match their jewel color!
We will also have special days throughout the year where your dancer can wear something special to class!

Ballet Program – Girls:
Amethyst dancers wear a beautiful purple leotard and matching skirt, while Sapphire dancers will love their deep blue leotard and skirt. We stock our uniforms in most sizes, and will have it along with a pair of tights available for your dancer – no need to rush to a dancewear store!

Your dancer will also need pink ballet shoes. They can also be purchased at a dancewear store or online. Please do not purchase any color other than pink.
Hair also must be pulled back in a neat bun.

Ballet Program – Boys:
Boys wear the traditional white shirt and black pants, which will be ordered for your dancer upon their enrollment so they have a special uniform too!

Your dancer will need black ballet shoes, which can be purchased at a dancewear store (such as The Dance Store on Robertson) or online.

Encore Program:

Girls and boys in Contemporary, Jazz, and Tap classes will wear an ABC’s of Dance t-shirt and leggings. These items are provided for you!

Your dancer will also need the appropriate dance shoes – please see the list below!

Contemporary – Tan lyrical shoes

Jazz – Tan slip-on jazz shoes

Tap – Black Oxford tap shoes

Our 2021-2022 Dance Season begins August 23, 2021 and ends June 12, 2022. Enrollment in our Ballet Programs is for the full Dance Season.

Choose the class time suits your schedule best:

Pearl – Ages 3.5 & 4:

Mondays 3:30-4:25pm

Saturdays 9:00-9:55am

Opal – Ages 4 & 5:

Wednesdays 3:30-4:25pm

Sundays 9:00-9:55am

At ABC’s of Dance, our goal is to make sure our billing is as clear and simple as possible!

Tuition:

During normal Dance Seasons, we hold two beautiful performances during Winter and Spring at the beautiful Aratani Theatre Downtown. Our pricing would be inclusive and include not only your dancer’s class tuition, but also their costume and recital fees as well to make your life easier. Our families have always loved our Super Simple Pricing! This Season, while we are hopeful to be able to hold performances, we are not able to guarantee it, so our pricing will only cover weekly class tuition.

Monthly class tuition is charged in 9 installments*, with the first installment due upon enrollment and the subsequent 8 installments auto-billed to your credit card on the 15th of the month from September 15, 2021-April 15, 2022.

*Parents may also pay tuition for the entire Dance Season at the time of their registration. If you would like to utilize our Single Payment option, please let us know in the comment section of your registration.

Class tuition is 9 monthly installments of $135 for 55min/week

Other Fees:

Annual Registration Fee: $35

Prop Bag Fee (for new dancers): $20

Required Class Uniform : $COST

Possible performance fees – see “Performances” below for more information.

Performing in front of an audience is a special and thrilling moment for dancers. Their confidence soars as they get to show off everything they have learned in class! Our goal this year is to hold a Winter performance in-studio and to go back to the Aratani Theatre for a Spring performance. There may be a small costume fee for our Winter performance so your dancer can feel special for their performance. If we are able to return to the theatre for the Spring, there will be a performance package to cover your dancer’s beautiful costume and other performance fees. As soon as we have confirmed a Spring performance is happening, we will communicate all performance information and fees. Thank you for your understanding and patience.

New for our 2021-2022 Dance Season – we are introducing beautiful uniforms so your dancer feels part of the class from their very first day. Dancers wear a different color each year to match their Jewel Ballet Program level!
We will also have special days throughout the year where your dancer can wear something special to class!

For girls:
Pearls wear an adorable pink ballet dress, while Opals will love their beautiful blue ballet dress. We stock our uniforms in most sizes, and will have it along with a pair of tights available for your dancer – no need to rush to a dancewear store!

Your dancer will also need pink ballet shoes and black Mary-Jane style tap shoes, which we have for sale at the studio. They can also be purchased at a dancewear store or online. Please do not purchase different colored shoes than those listed above.
Hair also needs to be pulled back in a ponytail or bun.

For boys:
Boys wear the traditional white shirt and black pants, which will be ordered for your dancer upon their enrollment so they have a special uniform too!
Your dancer will need black ballet shoes and black Oxford style tap shoes. We do not carry these in our boutique, but they can easily be purchased at a dancewear store (such as The Dance Store on Robertson) or online.

*While restrictions are loosening, we are still cautious so we can do our part to prevent the spread of illnesses. Here’s what we’re currently doing to help keep our students, families, and staff safe:

-Masks are optional for all students.
-Teachers will wear masks during class.
-All team members are fully vaccinated and up to date with boosters.
-Parents stay outside the building unless accompanying a dancer in the Dance with Me class.
-Students use hand sanitizer upon entering and before exiting the building.
-Classes are kept small to prevent overcrowding.
-No props are shared between students.
-The dance floor and all surfaces are cleaned daily.

Due to our upcoming Winter Performance, enrollment is currently closed. Enrollment will re-open in January for classes with space available for new students. New families can save their spot to join a class in January by clicking on the “Waitlist” link next to their preferred class and filling out the form. We will reach out to let you know when your dancer can begin!

Our curriculum for each level is an accelerated year-long program that has been developed specifically for each age group. It is important to keep dancers in classes meant for their age group to keep them challenged without overwhelming them. It is also important to remember that students joining mid-season have missed several months of class.

If your child is close to the required age, such as within a month or so, contact us and we will discuss further and have your child come in for an introductory class. However, if they are more than a month or so too young for the class, we will recommend an alternative class more appropriate for their age and development.