Dancers are placed by ability not age or school grade level. Age groups are references for parents/guardians.

PRE-PRIMARY LEVELS  I-II-III     Ages 1-4

The primary objectives; to build a love for dance, discover how to use movement as a form of self-expression, basic developmental skills, social interaction, basic dance terminology and to introduce musical awareness. Their imaginations will be stimulated and coordination skills will improve. The atmosphere is fun, loving, nurturing and structured. Creative Movement/Voice, Ballet and Tap
Pre-Primary Level I: Ages 1-2 (45 mins)  Pre-Primary Levels II-III: Ages 3-4 (1 hr)

BABY FUNK    Ages: 3-4

Baby Funk is a style exclusive to CCS. It’s a combination between hip-hop moves and just a little touch of jazz. Age appropriate music and choreography. Class time-1/2 hr.

PRIMARY LEVEL I     Ages: 5-7

Consistency in class structure provides an atmosphere that will give dancers a feeling of control and accomplishment. Opposition of legs, arms and balance are utilized. Rhythmic patterns become longer and more complex. Weight transfers are taught in more complex patterns. This class is divided into half hour segments of Ballet and Tap. Concentrating on fundamentals, rhythm, and dance terminology, along with positioning and body placement. Hip-Hop and Acrobatics may also be taken at this level.

PRIMARY LEVEL II    Ages: 8-10

Our goal is to introduce students to a more traditional structured class. This is the transition level between combination classes and separate subject classes. We will be expressing to dancers the many benefits of each style of dance as a way to prepare them for choosing their own subjects the following year. A foundation of strong fundamental skills, dance terminology and body alignment is the emphasis in these classes. Subjects offered: Ballet (45mins) Tap (45mins) Hip-Hop (1hr) Acrobatics (1hr) Musical Theatre & Acting (1.5 hrs)
*It is mandatory for Primary Level II to take Ballet

PRIMARY LEVEL III & IV    Ages: 8-10

The dancer may choose from Ballet, Tap, Hip-Hop, Acrobatics, Musical Theatre & Acting. Our goal is to structure and develop the dancer in technique, terminology, poise, placement, balance, grace, and simplified turns plus realizing their own body strengths. Students will be gently guided into longer activities demanding self-discipline, focus and control.
*Ballet is highly recommended at this level

INTERMEDIATE LEVEL    Ages: 10-up

Greater use of technique, body alignment and terminology. Emphasis will be placed on core strengthening, barre’ work and flexibility. Increase difficulty in across the floor progressions and combinations, guiding students towards an understanding of; confidence, poise and self image. Subjects offered: Flex-Leaps-Turns, Ballet Technique, Lyrical-Contemporary, Jazz,
Hip-Hop, Acrobatics, Tap, Pre-Pointe’ and Pointe’.
*It is mandatory to attend Ballet Technique when enrolled in Lyrical-Contemporary and Pre-Pointe'

ACROBATICS    Ages: 5-up

Acrobatics involves many styles of dance all combined into tricks and stunts. It is a subdivision of gymnastics and dance. The difference between gymnastics and acrobatics is that acrobatics is an art rather then a skill.
*Ballet Technique is highly recommended when enrolled in Acro IV-V

HIP-HOP (Free Tuition for Boys ages 5-11)    Ages: 5-up

These classes are extremely popular, exciting and fun-filled. Focus is set on powerful movements which are intertwined with style and high-energy. All music and choreography is age appropriate and tastefully done. Each instructor has their own style with a commercial or contemporary twist.

MUSICAL THEATRE & ACTING    Ages: 7-up

These sessions provide a window to the world of theatre.
Musical Theatre offers the students the opportunity to learn and apply the essential techniques. This class focuses on taking the strengths of each student including audition skills, voice performance, dance, and musical theatre fundamentals will all be covered.
Acting will develop the students creativity, timing, balance and a sense of humor. Pulling their body, mind and soul together as one. This class focuses on teaching the student to build on their own instincts and learn to take risks. They will discover new realms of personal achievement and self confidence. Their creative spirit will emerge and take flight. Hallmark of the program; one-on-one attention, guidance and instant feedback.

PREMIER LEVEL - By approval     

Dedication and commitment are a must. Dancers need to have a strong technical background in all fields of dance, especially ballet. Demanding technical combinations as well as intricate stylized choreography will be incorporated at this level.
*It is mandatory to attend Ballet Technique when enrolled in this level

THE ART OF BALLET

Ballet is essential. It is the basis of all Dance Disciplines.
The basic principles and rules of ballet have remained constant, but over the years differences in quality, temperament, and emphasis have created different methods of teaching, producing styles with different “accents”. The most prevalent methods today are; Russian, Cecchetti, RDA (Royal Academy of Dancing), Soviet (Vaganova), Bournonville, and American. Here at CCS the faculty is trained on a syllabus developed in accordance with the methods of Agrippina Vaganova. The system stresses the creation of lightness and charm coming from all aspects of the body. In ballet you must go through all forms of exercise in a specific order to teach you how to use and develop the muscles and your body properly. Every exercise has a beginning, middle and an end; just like projects and learning situations one faces in life. All dance training will never be wasted, for it nurtures good breathing action, coordination, poise, discipline, quick reaction, memory, stamina, and an air of self-confidence and presence. All these qualities are important to young people setting out in life, as well as those already on the journey.