CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
At the Eau Claire School of Dance, our talented teaching staff strives to challenge each student and help them to grow as dancers 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.
Combo Classes are designed to be developmental in nature. Combo classes give 3-6 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 3-5 year old classes include both Ballet and Tap. At age 6, you have the choice of a Ballet and Tap Combo or a Jazz and Tap Combo. All classes are divided by age.
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.
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.
