Class Descriptions
and Attire
Class Description & Class Attire:
  • Beginning Combo- Ages 3-4:  This is a creative movement based program, incorporating both imagination and props
    with basic dance fundamentals.  This class will be 50 minutes and the students will study Tap, Jazz, Ballet, and
    Tumbling preparation.  Class attire: leotard and tights, pink ballet slippers, and tan tap shoes.
  • Jr. Combo- Ages 5-6:  This is a combination class offering instruction in Tap, Jazz, Ballet.  Students will review and
    strengthen basic technique along with learning new steps. Class attire: leotard and tights, pink ballet slippers, and tan
    tap shoes.
  • Shining Star-Ages 7-8: This is a combination class offering instruction in Tap, Jazz, and Ballet. Students will review
    briefly and learn new steps. Class attire: leotard and tights, pink ballet slippers, and tan tap shoes.
  • Rising Star-Ages 9-11: This is a combination class offering instruction in Tap, Jazz, and Ballet. This class is one hour
    and will review and strengthen basic technique and learn new steps.   Class attire: leotard and tights, pink ballet
    slippers, and tan tap shoes.
  • Tap/Jazz Combo-(Intermediate Ages 10-13):  This class offers instruction in both Tap and Jazz only.  An Additional
    ballet class is strongly recommended for this class. It is one hour long.  Class attire: leotard and tights, jazz pants, or
    bike shorts, tan gore boots, and tan tap shoes.
  • Hip-Hop- (I is for ages 6-10)(II is for ages 11-14)(III is for ages 15 & up) This class offers the latest fads in West Coast
    Street Dancing and music video moves!  The class meets for one hour.  You may be moved between levels based on
    Teachers approval.  Class attire:  sweats or any loose fitting comfy clothes and tennis shoes.
  • Pom Poms- (Mini: Ages 3-5) (I is for ages 6-11) (II is for ages 12 & up): This class offers professional style dance
    instruction and preparation for drill team poms!  It is an hour long.  Class Attire:  Any style dance attire and tan gore
    boots.  There is also a $15.00 pom rental fee for the season.  Each student attending a pom class is required to pay
    this rental fee.
  • Ballet- Classical Ballet instruction including the strengthening of muscles and muscle control.  Ballet also develops
    poise and grace in dancers of all ages.  This class is an hour long.  Class attire: Black leotard and pink tights with pink
    ballet slippers. Pointe/Pre-Pointe is by teacher approval, written, and physical exam.
  • Tumbling: (Mini ages3-6)  Throughout this class students will increase their flexibility and learn the latest acrobatic
    moves.  Class attire:  leotard or bike shorts and footless tights.  Students will be barefoot.
  • Cheerleading Class: (Level I & II) This class is designed to teach the basics of cheerleading and preparation for
    tryouts. This class is an hour long. Class attire: Jazz pants or shorts with T-shirt or tank top and tennis shoes.
  • Mini Cheer & Tumble: This class is for ages 4-6 and will include cheering and tumbling.  It is an hour long.  Class
    attire: any style dance attire and tan gore boots.
  • Pop Princess: Ages 5 and up. This is a themed class with a jazz emphasis. Some of the themes include Hannah
    Montana, Cheetah Girls, and Disney Princess.
  • Musical Theater  (I-ages 5-10)(II-ages 11 & up): This class incorporates singing, dancing, and acting for the theatrical
    student. This class is an hour long.  Class attire: any style dance attire and gore boot.
  • Vocal-During this class students will not only learn how to improve their singing, they will also learn how to read and
    follow sheet music, recognize different keys and pitches, plus much more. Scheduled as a private lesson.
  • Lyrical: This is a modern style of dance which combines both ballet and jazz.  The class is 1 hour long.  Class attire:
    any style dance attire and dance paws.
  • Jumps & Turns: This is a 1 hour class that focuses only on jumps and turns (must have teacher approval before
    signing up).  Class attire: any style dance attire.
  • Stretching: This is a 1 hour class which is designed to increase your child's flexibility by combining many different
    stretches and stretching techniques.  Class attire: any style dance or work out clothes and barefoot.
  • Boot Camp: A one hour workout class that offers cardiovascular and weight interval training.
  • Zumba: One hour aerobic workout combining Latin styles of Salsa and Cha-Cha.
  • Jazz Funk: One hour class combining the latest jazz and hip hop moves together.
  • D-TEAM: All Classes with these letters are classes for the members of DYNAMIC EDGE Competition team. Members
    will be placed in appropriate classes by staff after a successful audition. Class attire is competition wear and is
    outlined in detail at the beginning of the season.
DYNAMIC EDGE DANCE CENTER 400 Biltmore Dr. Suite 520 Fenton, MO 63026 636-305-9898
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