Ages 8+

I can say with confidence that the level of instruction my daughter is receiving at ESD is absolutely amongst the best in the city. The talent at this studio is amazing, and the care and attention they give each student is something you just don’t find anywhere.

Dancers in the Regular Division are committed to a full year of classes (September to June), and wish to expand upon and refine their technique and vocabulary. Classes are offered in a variety of dance genres to appeal to many interests, and students are encouraged to register in multiple classes to enhance their technique and stamina. All students enrolled in the 10 month program have the opportunity to perform at the year end recital in June.

* Each dancer registered in our Pre-Intermediate classes and lower are required to purchase an Individual ESD Prop Bag for their classes. These cost $10 and will be automatically added to your first month's tuition. Props are integral part of our program, and due to current health restrictions, we will not be sharing props or housing them in our studio. Your individual ESD Prop Bag includes commonly used dance props inside an ESD dance bag, such as: a scarf, tool for musicality, magic wand, ribbon & more. Each bag will differ slightly depending on level.

REGULAR DIVISION

Classical ballet is characterized by its graceful and fluid movements. Being the foundation of many dance forms, ballet is a disciplined art form in which dancers are taught specific technique and movements.

We follow the Cecchetti syllabus in our ballet classes. The Cecchetti Method of Classical Ballet was developed to educate and prepare dancers with material that is appropriate to their growing bodies. Dancers are required to learn concepts and theories of movement, through a syllabus that teaches the basic structure of each individual step and musical phrasing. Students will learn syllabus from the Cecchetti method, which originated in Italy and is used as standard training in some of the most prestigious ballet schools in the world.

Tuesday 6:10-7:10pm

Pre-Intermediate Ballet Class 1

Pre-Intermediate Ballet Class 2

Thursday 5:50-6:50pm

2020/2021 Schedule of Classes:
Pre-Intermediate Ballet Syllabus (Ages 8+)

CLASSICAL BALLET SYLLABUS

Jazz 1/2 Technique

Monday 5:15-6:00pm

*Previous experience is necessary to register in these classes

** Please note that dancers must be registered in one weekly Jazz Syllabus/Technique class in order to register in Jazz or Lyrical Performance Division classes

JAZZ SYLLABUS/TECHNIQUE

Jazz technique is the result of many different influences, including African-American jazz music from the 1950’s. One of the most popular styles of dance, jazz is technical, entertaining, and lively!

Urban Grooves Level 2

Thursday 6:25-7:10pm

URBAN GROOVES

Street dance, like jazz, has had a number of cultural and societal influences, making its style and technique unique. Street dance has evolved over time into a somewhat technical style of dance, while still encouraging individuality and style.

* Please note that all ballet classes from the Pre-Intermediate level and up are 2x/week. ** Please register for the first class only and students will automatically be registered in the second class

2020/2021 Schedule of Classes:
Intermediate 1 Ballet Syllabus & Pre-Pointe/Pointe (Ages 10+)

Intermediate 1 Ballet Class 1

Intermediate 1 Ballet Class 2

Wednesday 7:20-8:50pm

Friday 6:50-7:50pm

2020/2021 Schedule of Classes:
Intermediate 2 Ballet Syllabus &
Pointe (Ages 11+)

Intermediate 2 Ballet Class 1

Intermediate 2 Ballet Class 2

Wednesday 5:40-7:10pm

Friday 5:40-6:40pm

2020/2021 Schedule of Classes:Senior Ballet Syllabus & Pointe (Ages 12+)

Senior Ballet Class 1

Tuesday 7:10-8:40pm

Senior Ballet Class 2

Wednesday 5:00-7:00pm

2020/2021 Schedule of Classes Jazz 2 Technique (Ages 8+)

2020/2021Schedule of Classes
Jazz 3/4 Technique & Conditioning (Ages 10+)

Jazz 3 Technique & Conditioning

Thursday 5:55-7:10pm

Jazz 4 Technique & Conditioning

Monday 5:45-7:00 pm

2020/2021 Schedule of Classes
Urban Grooves 2 (Ages 8+)

ACROBATIC DANCE (AGES 8+)

With strength and flexibility as the foundation, Acrobatic Dance is a style of dance that combines classical dance with acrobatic elements. Safety is of the utmost importance to us at Evolutions School of Dance, so acrobatic elements are taught in conjunction with stretching, strength building and conditioning so dancers are safe and comfortable as they develop their skills.

2020/2021 Schedule of Classes
Acrobatic Dance Technique (8+)

Acrobatic Dance Technique

Thursday 5:00-5:45pm

* Previous dance or gymnastics training is required to register for this class (please list your training on the registration form)

Dancers will be automatically registered in both Cecchetti Syllabus classes
Previous experience is necessary to register in these classes

DANCE FUSION

* Please note that this is a beginner level class for those newer to dance (1-2 years of previous experience)

This class focuses on jazz, modern and lyrical dance techniques. It is an exciting way to experience various styles of dance, their history and evolution over time.

This is a a beginner level class.
No dance experience is required.

Register in one class only

MODERN TECHNIQUE

Modern dance explores movement elements including floor work, fall and recovery, space, shape & more. This is a codified technique class based off of modern dance pioneer's movement, and is a complementary to ballet and jazz techniques.

2020/2021 Schedule of Classes Modern Technique 3 (Ages 10+)

Modern Technique 3

Saturday 2:10-2:55pm

Modern Technique 4

Friday 6:45-7:45pm

2020/2021 Schedule of Classes
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2020/2021 Schedule of Classes Modern Technique 4 (Ages 12+)

Jazz 2 Technique

Friday 5:05-5:50pm

CHOREOGRAPHY ELEMENTS & DANCE EDUCATION

* Dancers must have previous dance training to register in this class

* This class is beneficial for those dancers interested in teaching dance or becoming dancers in their future *

This class focuses on on the elements of choreography. Dancers will work with our faculty and guest faculty on choregraphic elements, and spend time learning about the history of dance and concepts within dance education.

2020/2021 Schedule of Classes
Choreography Elements & Dance Education

Choreo Elements & Dance Ed

Wednesday 8:20-9:00pm

Jazz 2 Technique

Saturday 11:50-12:35pm