Schedules

An introductory creative dance curriculum for toddlers and young dancers

1 class per week recommended

Little Movers (Ages 2.5-3.5): An independently geared toddler dance class exploring movement concepts that help lay the foundation for expression, physical development, and body/mind connections.

Sweet Pea (Ages 3.5-6): Combination Tap/Ballet or Tap/Jazz classes for dancers to explore two styles of dance in a 45 minute class.

Combo Dance/Gym (Ages 3.5-5.5): Get the best of both dance and gymnastics! Class is split equally between the studio and the gym for kiddos to do introductory skills in both practices!

Adaptive Dance: A child independent creative movement class for younger children with physical and neurological diversity. Instructed by a licensed dance movement therapist.

Dance Camps

1st Grade through 3rd Grade (Ages 6* – 9)    *6 year olds must be in 1st grade or recommended by their Primary Dance teacher
1-2 classes per week recommended

Dancers who begin in dance at level 1 are introduced to the movement concepts and somatic technique associated with the particular style of dance for which they are registered. Those moving into level 1 from Primary Dance will continue to deepen and broaden their understanding of dance with more specific expectations through our experiential and fun classes.

• • • Ballet
    • Contemporary/Modern
    • Hip Hop
    • Jazz
    • Tap

Dance Camps

4th Grade through 6th Grade (Ages 9* – 12)    *9 year olds must be in 4th grade or recommended by their Level 1 teacher

2-3 classes per week recommended

In level 2, dancers continue to expand their knowledge and comprehension of the style of dance for which they are registered. Dancers who begin in level 2 or return from a break are caught up to their peers through individually tailored information provided during class. 

• • • Ballet
    • Bollywood
    • Contemporary
    • Hip Hop
    • Jazz
    • Modern
    • Tap

7th Grade through 12th Grade (Teens)
2-3 classes per week recommended

Levels 3, 4, and 5 are skills-based classes.  Teen dancers new to our program or new to a specific technique need to begin in level 3 and are invited to progress to level 4 and 5 at the discretion of the faculty.  Our classes blend together classical training concepts with up-to-date methods for a fun, challenging, and distinctive dance class experience.

 

• • • Ballet
    • Bollywood
    • Contemporary
    • Hip Hop
    • Jazz
    • Modern
    • PrePointe
    • Pointe
    • Tap
    • MADE* Student Dance Company

      *By invitation – learn more about our MADE Student Dance Company here.

Our MADE student ensemble, for ages 7-18, accelerates dancer’s training and performance opportunities in a supportive and creative environment. Placement by audition/invitation only. Please contact company director Kaitlyn for more information: kaitlyn@mountaincontemporarydance.com

Minimum class load varies depending on placement within the company (between 3-7 hours per week).

(Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Modern, Hip Hop, Tap, Bollywood, PrePointe, Pointe, MADE Company Class)

Open level curriculum (beginners are welcome) offering tap during the August – May part of our season.