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Summer Program
Video Audition accepted
till April 15, 2010

Former ISCB student
Miles Pertl
interviewed in Stuttgart
Germany for en l'air

Curriculum

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  3-year-old BaIIet/Tap
(age 3 by September 1, offers two classes per week)
Designed for the youngest students, this class stresses coordination, large motor skill development, musical awareness, spatial awareness and listening skills.
   
  4-year-old BaIIet/Tap
(age 4 by September 1, offers two classes per week)
This class further develops large motor skill development, musical awareness, and classroom etiquette, while introducing memory skills and increased coordination exercises.
   
  5-year-old Ballet/Tap
(age 5 by September 1, offers two classes per week)
 An early introduction for classical ballet, this class focuses on exercises to strengthen and improve coordination, flexibility, musical rhythm and counting, direction and space use. Very basic ballet hand and foot positions are learned in conjunction with short improvisation and set dances.
   
  6-year-old BaIIet/Tap
(age 6 by September 1, offers two class per week)
 This class further develops the beginning ballet movement skills with the addition of the basic ballet positions, primary steps and movement combinations.
   
  Ballet I
(ages 7-8, two classes per week recommended)
 Ballet I features introductory ballet classes in barre technique and improvisation. Other forms of dance begin (Tap).
   
  Ballet II
(ages 8-9, by instructor placement, at least one year of ballet experience required, two classes per week recommended.)
 Students begin a more formal study of classical ballet through age-appropriate skill development, creative expression, and music appreciation to develop the self-discipline necessary to continue the study of classical ballet. Other forms of dance begin (Jazz, Character).
   
  Ballet III
(ages 10-11, by instructor placement, two classes per week required, three classes per week recommended)
 Ballet III features barre technique, floor technique and improvisation. Students develop practical skills, muscular self-control and basic coordination. Other forms of dance begin (Modern).
   
  Ballet IV
(ages 12-13, by instructor placement, three classes per week required, four classes per week recommended)
 Students are exposed to a variety of more advanced skills, including muscle control, proper posture, balance and expressiveness. Pointe work begins.
   
  Ballet V
(ages 13-14, by instructor placement, four classes per week required, five classes per week recommended)
 Ballet V concentrates on the mastery of more complex movements and combinations. The ongoing development of performance skills is stressed.
   
  Ballet VI
(ages 15, by instructor placement, five classes per week required)
 This level continues mastery of increasingly complex movements. Basic partnering begins.
   
  Ballet VII
(ages 16, by instructor placement, five classes per week required)
 Training is in further development. The mastery of style and performance skills is refined.
   
  Pas De Deux
(ages 15 and up by instructor permission)
   
  Variations
(ages 15 and up by instructor permission)
   
  Men's Class
(ages 15 and up by instructor permission)
   
  Pointe
(ages 12 and up by instructor permission)
   
  Character Dance
(ages 8 and up)
 Character dance takes folk dances from all over the world and combines them with elements of classical dance. Students learn original dances from many countries including Poland, Hungary, Russia and Spain, as well as character dances from various classical ballets.
   
  Flamenco
(ages 8 and up and enrolled in Character Dance)
 Flamenco is the traditional song and dance of the Gypsy people of Andalucía in southern Spain. It developed over several centuries from a fusion of various eastern cultures and is a means of powerful expression. Students will be immersed in this living art form by learning beginning technique choreography incorporating arm movements, footwork, body positioning, and basic Flamenco rhythms.
   
  Jazz Dance
(ages 10 and up)
 Based on the well-known Luigi jazz technique, students learn jazz oriented movement and dance using extension and strength. These skills blend together to produce a very sophisticated and fun dance style for all ages.
   
  Modern Dance
(ages 10 and up)
 Modern technique classes provide a unique and challenging approach to dance. Students learn how to strengthen and develop natural movement into artistic expression. Classes include the foundations of the Graham (percussive qualities), Limone (circular qualities) and Cunningham (angular qualities) techniques. Classes are appropriately designed for different ages and skill levels.
   
  Tap Dance
(ages 7 and up)
 Tap technique classes are based on the traditional elements of Broadway tap, Al Gilbert tap, and rhythm tap techniques. The beginning levels of tap focus on the basic elements and steps of the Al Gilbert technique. Students learn basic combinations and steps appropriate for beginners. The mid and upper levels of tap continue with the Al Gilbert technique and learn Broadway as well as the more advanced rhythm tap techniques.
   
  Open Teen/Adult Ballet | Character | Jazz | Modern | Tap | Conditioning classes
(ages 12 and up)
 These classes are designed to accommodate a wide range of ages and physical skills. Teens and Adults gain joy, flexibility and strength through the study of dance. The only requirement for these classes is the desire to dance.
   
  Conditioning Class
(ages 10 and up)
 Build balance and strength using various equipment such as stability balls, foam rollers, elastic bands and hand weights. Add in a touch of Pilates and yoga for spice and you have a well-rounded class that will increase your overall fitness for any activity.
   
  "Into the Arts"
(ages 4 to 21, with special needs)
 "Into the Arts" is a program that offers children with special needs the opportunity to participate in performing arts activities. This unique program provides an individualized, specially designed curriculum encompassing dance, creative movement, musical theatre, and singing activities for students aged 4 to 21 years. Activities are carefully selected and appropriately modified by the Occupational Therapist instructor to enable participation at various skill levels in each class. Also, through the use of instructional assistants, a low ratio of students per instructor is maintained in each class. For additional information about this program, call Jody Fridenstine, OTR/L at 425-885-1405.