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BABY & PRESCHOOL
fun and healthy building block for their future years as a dancer. The
fun and healthy building block for their future years as a dancer. The
focus concentrates on rhythm, body position, counting, creative
movement, and song and dance. Each student is encouraged to be
expressive, creative, and even silly in a safe and structured
environment.
environment.
BALLET
Ballet is an important foundation for all idioms of dance. It is the
basis from which technique comes from. The ballet classes at
Center Stage do not simply focus on one specific style or ballet
technique. Instead, students are taught to be well rounded. Proper
alignment, technique, and ballet vocabulary are the main focuses.
The ballet classes follow a specific syllabus. Dancers begin at the
barre which is followed by traveling work, centre work, adagio, and
allegro.
BALLROOM/LATIN/SWING
This is an introduction to partner dancing including basics in leading
and following as well as dance floor etiquette. Whether it's waltz,
foxtrot, tango, swing, rhumba or cha-cha, you're interested in, these
exhilarating dances combine fun and exercise. Junior Ballroom,
private lessons, and wedding preparation are also available.
BOYS CREATIVE MOVEMENT
This class, with its strong style, teaches coordination, balance, body
control, and rhythm. Styles involved are tap, hip hop moves, and
beginning breakdancing. This class is sure to get the guys excited
and moving to their favorite music.
BREAKDANCING / POPPIN
This class breaks down the basic rhythm, movement, and isolation of
individual body parts. Learn how to top rock, do ground work, foot
work, and freezes. Routines include all aspects of poppin including
boogaloo. Introduction to mechanics of locking are integrated into
routines that beginner and advanced students can relate to. Be a
part of the "Center Stage Crew."
COMPETITION REPERTORY
By audition or invitation only, this class is designed for the student
interested in competing. Students will focus on learning
choreography and performance techniques. Learn routines that will
be performed at competitions as well as other venues.
HIP HOP
A high energy class that teaches the popular moves of today. Learn
the hottest street, house, and funk moves as seen in the hottest
videos. This class teaches combinations and dance routines that will
get your heart pumping, your body moving, and you closer to looking
like your favorite video.
JAZZ
Jazz class begins with floor warm-up, isolations, across the floor
techniques including jumps and turns. All aspects of jazz dance are
explored. Classical, funk, hip hop, African, Latin, and modern styles
are incorporated and blended to enhance music and choreography.
JUNIOR & SENIOR DANCE COMPANY, CHILDREN'S
ENSEMBLE
Class is by audition or invitation only. Company classes are offered
to advanced students who are interested in performance
opportunities. Company dancers perform locally for charities,
festivals, benefits, arts awareness programs, fairs, parades, and
also compete in regional competitions. Class consists of
choreography for upcoming performances. Ballet, tap, and jazz
classes are required for all company members.
LYRICAL
A beautiful combination of the strength and power of jazz with the
grace, technique, and fluidity of ballet. Movement is based on the
creative expression of the lyrics. Students are taught proper
breathing techniques integrated with various styles of modern dance.
This class gives each dancer the freedom to express all of his/her
emotions and bring them to life through movement with meaning.
MODERN
This class is designed to strengthen the core while incorporating
technique, flow, dynamics, expression, and improvisation. The styles
emphasized are a mix of post-modern technique, Límon technique,
and the choreographic ideas utilized by Cunningham. Various
movement qualities will be used to express to different emotions.
The class will begin with a warm up in the centre and will be followed
by traveling sequences, and additional centre work.
MOM & ME
MOM & ME is designed for the littlest dancers not yet ready to tackle
a class on their own. The same tools will be used as in our baby
classes specifically designed to cater to the young mind. Parents
are invited to jump in and experience their child's first
introduction to dance and music. This class focuses on giving the
parent and child quality time of learning together.
POINTE
The same principles are emphasized in pointe work as are
emphasized in the ballet class. Students are evaluated on an
individual basis as to when they are ready to go on pointe. Once
they are ready, students are allowed to get pointe shoes. All pointe
work begins at the barre. Once the students have developed strong
feet and ankles, they are allowed to travel across the floor and work
in the centre. Ballet is a prerequisite. By teacher referral only.
PROGRESSIONS & TURNS
A class for the dancer looking for an edge in the classroom and on
the competition scene. This is a class in which the students will work
primarily on proper jumping and turning technique as well as learning
exercises that will help them maintain their center and get the height
they are looking for in their big jumps. This class also focuses on
stretching and strengthening the muscles that will help the dancer
reach these goals.
TAP
Our tap classes begin with basic tap techniques and phrases and
are done with music or a capella. Students begin with Broadway
style tap and our older dancers learn the origin, history, and roots of
tap "Hoofin." Inspired by greats Jimmy Slyde, Diane Walker, and
Gregory Hines, this style is known to people from shows like "Bring in
Da Noise Bring in Da Funk," "Boot Men," and "Tap Dogs."
Open Theatre Workshop (Summer)
A beginner/intermediate acting class utilizing elementary
improvisation, pantomime, and scenario exercises. This class is for
the student looking to further their creativity and expression. The
class will be focusing on using body language as part of verbal
expression and teaching the student to be able to express
themselves on stage without using any words at all. This class is
open to students of all ages seven and older.
Open Video Dance (Summer)
Open Video Dance is a street dance class utilizing appropriate hip
hop and popular culture. Students will learn movement like that seen
in popular music videos, dance halls, and in concerts. Students will
also learn popular steps and movements from the Disney Channel
music videos and will be working on putting together their own filmed
music video.
fun and healthy building block for their future years as a dancer. The
fun and healthy building block for their future years as a dancer. The
focus concentrates on rhythm, body position, counting, creative
movement, and song and dance. Each student is encouraged to be
expressive, creative, and even silly in a safe and structured
environment.
environment.
BALLET
Ballet is an important foundation for all idioms of dance. It is the
basis from which technique comes from. The ballet classes at
Center Stage do not simply focus on one specific style or ballet
technique. Instead, students are taught to be well rounded. Proper
alignment, technique, and ballet vocabulary are the main focuses.
The ballet classes follow a specific syllabus. Dancers begin at the
barre which is followed by traveling work, centre work, adagio, and
allegro.
BALLROOM/LATIN/SWING
This is an introduction to partner dancing including basics in leading
and following as well as dance floor etiquette. Whether it's waltz,
foxtrot, tango, swing, rhumba or cha-cha, you're interested in, these
exhilarating dances combine fun and exercise. Junior Ballroom,
private lessons, and wedding preparation are also available.
BOYS CREATIVE MOVEMENT
This class, with its strong style, teaches coordination, balance, body
control, and rhythm. Styles involved are tap, hip hop moves, and
beginning breakdancing. This class is sure to get the guys excited
and moving to their favorite music.
BREAKDANCING / POPPIN
This class breaks down the basic rhythm, movement, and isolation of
individual body parts. Learn how to top rock, do ground work, foot
work, and freezes. Routines include all aspects of poppin including
boogaloo. Introduction to mechanics of locking are integrated into
routines that beginner and advanced students can relate to. Be a
part of the "Center Stage Crew."
COMPETITION REPERTORY
By audition or invitation only, this class is designed for the student
interested in competing. Students will focus on learning
choreography and performance techniques. Learn routines that will
be performed at competitions as well as other venues.
HIP HOP
A high energy class that teaches the popular moves of today. Learn
the hottest street, house, and funk moves as seen in the hottest
videos. This class teaches combinations and dance routines that will
get your heart pumping, your body moving, and you closer to looking
like your favorite video.
JAZZ
Jazz class begins with floor warm-up, isolations, across the floor
techniques including jumps and turns. All aspects of jazz dance are
explored. Classical, funk, hip hop, African, Latin, and modern styles
are incorporated and blended to enhance music and choreography.
JUNIOR & SENIOR DANCE COMPANY, CHILDREN'S
ENSEMBLE
Class is by audition or invitation only. Company classes are offered
to advanced students who are interested in performance
opportunities. Company dancers perform locally for charities,
festivals, benefits, arts awareness programs, fairs, parades, and
also compete in regional competitions. Class consists of
choreography for upcoming performances. Ballet, tap, and jazz
classes are required for all company members.
LYRICAL
A beautiful combination of the strength and power of jazz with the
grace, technique, and fluidity of ballet. Movement is based on the
creative expression of the lyrics. Students are taught proper
breathing techniques integrated with various styles of modern dance.
This class gives each dancer the freedom to express all of his/her
emotions and bring them to life through movement with meaning.
MODERN
This class is designed to strengthen the core while incorporating
technique, flow, dynamics, expression, and improvisation. The styles
emphasized are a mix of post-modern technique, Límon technique,
and the choreographic ideas utilized by Cunningham. Various
movement qualities will be used to express to different emotions.
The class will begin with a warm up in the centre and will be followed
by traveling sequences, and additional centre work.
MOM & ME
MOM & ME is designed for the littlest dancers not yet ready to tackle
a class on their own. The same tools will be used as in our baby
classes specifically designed to cater to the young mind. Parents
are invited to jump in and experience their child's first
introduction to dance and music. This class focuses on giving the
parent and child quality time of learning together.
POINTE
The same principles are emphasized in pointe work as are
emphasized in the ballet class. Students are evaluated on an
individual basis as to when they are ready to go on pointe. Once
they are ready, students are allowed to get pointe shoes. All pointe
work begins at the barre. Once the students have developed strong
feet and ankles, they are allowed to travel across the floor and work
in the centre. Ballet is a prerequisite. By teacher referral only.
PROGRESSIONS & TURNS
A class for the dancer looking for an edge in the classroom and on
the competition scene. This is a class in which the students will work
primarily on proper jumping and turning technique as well as learning
exercises that will help them maintain their center and get the height
they are looking for in their big jumps. This class also focuses on
stretching and strengthening the muscles that will help the dancer
reach these goals.
TAP
Our tap classes begin with basic tap techniques and phrases and
are done with music or a capella. Students begin with Broadway
style tap and our older dancers learn the origin, history, and roots of
tap "Hoofin." Inspired by greats Jimmy Slyde, Diane Walker, and
Gregory Hines, this style is known to people from shows like "Bring in
Da Noise Bring in Da Funk," "Boot Men," and "Tap Dogs."
Open Theatre Workshop (Summer)
A beginner/intermediate acting class utilizing elementary
improvisation, pantomime, and scenario exercises. This class is for
the student looking to further their creativity and expression. The
class will be focusing on using body language as part of verbal
expression and teaching the student to be able to express
themselves on stage without using any words at all. This class is
open to students of all ages seven and older.
Open Video Dance (Summer)
Open Video Dance is a street dance class utilizing appropriate hip
hop and popular culture. Students will learn movement like that seen
in popular music videos, dance halls, and in concerts. Students will
also learn popular steps and movements from the Disney Channel
music videos and will be working on putting together their own filmed
music video.
Our Mission
Here at Center Stage
we believe that every
child is an individual.
Our focus is to bring
that individualism out
with freedom of
expression and
creativity. Our mission
is to pass on our
passion for life through
our love for the art of
dance to the students
of Center Stage.
we believe that every
child is an individual.
Our focus is to bring
that individualism out
with freedom of
expression and
creativity. Our mission
is to pass on our
passion for life through
our love for the art of
dance to the students
of Center Stage.
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| Center Stage Dance Academy |
| Contact Us: 508-746-0991 |
116 Long Pond Road
Plymouth, MA 02360
116 State Road
Sagamore Beach, MA
02562
© CSDA 2008.
All rights reserved.
Plymouth, MA 02360
116 State Road
Sagamore Beach, MA
02562
© CSDA 2008.
All rights reserved.
