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Acro

Acro-Dance combines classical dance technique with acrobatic elements. Includes contortion, tumbling, partnering, and dance such as jazz, musical theatre, contemporary, and ballet; guaranteed to increase flexibility and strength! Jr. Acro is for  age 7-9 and Acro Begining is for ages 10 & up.  Acro Intermediate/Advanced is by placement. New students with acrobatic/gymnastic experience can be evaluated for placement.

Ballet

Ballet is the foundation of many dance forms and a core part of the Cuppett PAC curriculum, combining the Russian and Italian (Cecchetti) methods. Progression starts at age 7 with Ballet I–II, then Ballet 3 with Cecchetti I, to Pre-Pointe with Cecchetti, and then Pointe A with Cecchetti. Advanced levels, Pointe B and C, require three weekly ballet classes, including Cecchetti and a pointe class at the student’s level. Second-year Pointe B and C dancers may become contract dancers. Ballet 3 and up perform in The Spring Ballet instead of the June Recital.

For detailed information about our ballet program, please visit our Ballet Program Information page.

Character

Character is a stylized modification of ethnic dance forms using the ballet discipline. The preparation for this form includes unique barre and floor exercises designed to build strength and technique. Many of the combinations and dances are designed to emphasize the sounds and rhythms of the music. Students are accepted into Character at age 10 and at least PrePointe ballet level. A separate Ballet class is required.

Modern

Primarily focused on the study of Martha Graham’s technique, enhanced with exercises and selected repertory from other modern masters such as Paul Taylor, Merce Cunningham, Mark Morris, and Twyla Tharp. Continued study of Modern dance provides students with an unmatched level of strength and technique that will also enhance performance in other dance forms. Students are accepted into this class at age 10 and at least Ballet III level. A separate Ballet class is required.

Jazz Funk

A street jazz/fusion dance style that blends jazz, hip-hop, and funk elements. High energy, lyrical and expressive, it emphasizes storytelling through movement. No prerequisites and no concurrent ballet required.

Jazz

Jazz is a stylized theatrical dancing, conceived in America, given birth by the established and varied techniques of dance, and influenced by the musical styles of each succeeding decade. Students are accepted into Jazz I at the age of 8 and after they have completed one full year of ballet. All students must take a separate ballet class to supplement the jazz class. Those students who complete Jazz I will continue to progress with Jazz II, III, IV, A, B, and C. The only exceptions for no additional ballet class are the Pre Teen (ages 9-11) & Teen Jazz (11+ & up) series, which incorporate some ballet barre into the classes.

Contemporary

Contemporary/Lyrical is a movement-focused class incorporating a blend of styles. Students will develop their musicality, creativity, and dynamics through choreography and improvisation. Open to students in PrePointe & up; concurrent ballet class required.

Musical Theatre

Our Musical Theatre program incorporates theatrical skits and performances from Broadway or Musical Movie shows. This class teaches improvisation, dance and movement, theatrical skills and use of stage props.

Tap

Tap classes develop a keen sense of rhythm, coordination, timing and style. For students age 9 to 11 who are just beginning their tap training, we offer a Pre-Teen Tap class. Students who have completed Tap I through III progress to level IV, V, VI, and on to Tap A, B/C. Teen levels are available for Ages 12+.

Stretch & Conditioning

Focusing on strength training necessary for maintaining healthy joints and muscles, our stretch and conditioning class includes dynamic stretching and conditioning exercises. Required for all Company dancers.