Class Descriptions:

 
At the Eau Claire School of Dance, our talented teaching staff strives to challenge each student and help them to grow as an individual and as a dancer in a positive, fun atmosphere in all levels and in all forms of dance. The ECSOD will place each dancer into the appropriate class according to level of ability and age.

We focus on providing your dancer with a smaller class size for a better learning environment.

ECSOD reserves the right to limit class sizes to 10 dancers. If classes become too full, additional classes may be added to accommodate for our students.

18 Month - 3 Year Classes

Creative Movement is a class built for toddlers 2-3 years old, focusing on motor-development, classroom etiquette, rhythm and music in a fun, upbeat, and safe environment. Classes are 30 minutes in length.

Dance With Me! This class is for dancers age 18 months to 2 years old and a parent! Children will learn dance basics, fun dance related activities, stretches and classroom etiquette in a safe environment. Classes are 30 minutes in length.

3-6 Year Combo Classes

Combo Classes are designed to be developmental in nature. Combo classes give 3-8 year olds creative development, rhythmic skills, and a foundation for motor development. We strive to make each class new, exciting, and most importantly, FUN!!!! This class allows children to move freely and develop a love for dance. All 3/4 year old classes include both Ballet and Tap. 5/6 year olds have the choice of a Ballet and Tap Combo, a Jazz and Tap Combo, or a Ballet and Jazz Combo. 5/6 year old classes will learn and perform two separate dances at the recital. 7/8 year olds will have the option to choose between ballet, tap, jazz and hip hop. All classes are divided by age.

Ages 7 & Up

Ballet is the foundation of dance. It teaches proper placement, alignment, balance, technique and control. All of these elements are extremely important in any form of dance. Students focus on improving strength, control, and body positioning in barre and center work, as well as learning all of the vocabulary and terminology of Ballet. A great class for any student age 7 and up. Classes offered at all levels including adults.

Jazz is a stylized, fast-paced form of dance that employs many of the same concepts of ballet. This form of dance includes a variety of different skills and other technical aspects, and is paired with music that is popular and upbeat. Students focus on strength, technique, memorization, and terminology. Classes available for all levels including college! Dancers will be placed in the correct class level by age and ability.

Lyrical is a dance form based on creative expression. It is story set in motion. Lyrical is a fusion of ballet and jazz which combines one’s own expression along with technical skills. Students must have a solid dance base for this class. Dancers will be placed at the teachers discretion.

Tap is all about rhythm! This exciting and challenging form of dance is executed by creating combinations of sounds with the shoes on your feet. Students focus on rhythm, timing, and coordination. Classes offered to students age 7 and up. Adult classes also available!

Hip Hop is the style most frequently seen on television and music videos. Movements are fast, funky, and intricate at times. A Jazz background is recommended. Classes offered to students age 7 and up. Adult classes also available! Bring your spunky attitudes!

Pointe is offered to those students who have mastered the knowledge and technique of ballet and are ready for the next level. Strength and control are extremely important in this dance form. Instructor approval is necessary.

Technique classes are available to any student wishing to improve upon the technical aspects of dance including their jumps, leaps and turns. Classes available in Jazz and Ballet. Technique classes do not perform a dance in the recital and therefore do not need to purchase a costume or pay the costume deposit at registration. Classes are offered at all levels.

Boys Classes

All-Male Combo Classes are designed specifically for the uniqueness of the male dancer.  Ballet/Tap combos for dancers age 3-5; Ballet/Tap, Jazz/Tap, or Ballet/Jazz combos for dancers age 6+.  All 7+ Classes (listed above) are also open to our male dancers.

Beat Boyz all-male hip hop dance crew is just for our talented male dancers! This class focuses on the unique strength of movement and athletic power of the male dancer.  Dancers will learn hip hop technique basics including popping, locking, breaking, and more!  This class also includes performance opportunities. Ages 5 & up.

College-aged Classes

Contemporary Jazz/Lyrical college classes are for dancers age 18 and up.  This class is for advanced dancers who enjoy the art of dance and are looking for a challenge!  Dancers will work on technique as well as learn and perform 2 separate routines; contemporary jazz and contemporary lyrical.  Competitive performance opportunities are available.

Hip Hop college classes are for dancers age 18 and up.  This class is for advanced dancers.  Competitive performance opportunities are available.

Adult Classes

Hip Hop is a fun, funky, faster paced style of dance, guaranteed to give you a fabulous work-out without you even realizing it!  Age 18 +.  Recital performance is optional.

Tap is all about rhythm!  This is a beginner/intermediate level class which focuses on tap basics along with some intricate, slightly more advanced combinations.  A GREAT workout for your legs, your mind, and your heart!  Dancers wear tap shoes in order to create sound patterns with their feet.  Age 18 +.  Recital performance is optional.

Ballet is a joint friendly, classical and artistic dance form which combines grace and precision of movement with a formalized set of steps and gestures.  This is a beginner/intermediate level class.  Age 18 +. Recital performance is optional.

Intensive

Dance Team Technique classes are perfect for the dance-team bound dancer! Class will focus on Pom, Jazz, and Hip Hop techniques, teaching and encouraging proper placement and dance team style. Ages 12-17. No experience necessary.

Pre-Company Prep classes are for dancers ages 6 and up who would like to be part of our Company one day! Class will focus on jazz, ballet and tap with an emphasis on technique, stage presence and the class will have a higher expectation level. These classes are awesome for the student looking for a greater challenge. Please contact the studio if you are interested in one of these classes!

Company classes are strictly for those dancers who have a passion for dance and want to take it to the next level!! Dancers perform in a variety of shows throughout the year as well as compete with their dances in the Spring. The ECSOD staff places higher expectations on the dancers in Company in and out of the studio. Please check out the Company Information page on the website, or email the studio at ecschoolofdance@aol.com to learn more!!

Solos, Duets, and Trios Please call or email the studio for more information regarding the requirements and policies for these types of classes.

All classes run 50 minutes, meeting once per week. Combo Classes for 3 and 4 year olds run 30 minutes. Each class will have approximately 6-10 students. All Combo Classes and classes with younger students will have an Assistant Teacher in addition to their regular Instructor.