Children's Ballet Ages 3-6 Creative Movement, Basic Primary, Pre-Primary. Interplay's philosophy for teaching young children to dance is simple--let each child find a way to enjoy movement. Through structured and free movement our teachers guide the students, allowing each to discover his or her body's capabilities and potential. By stimulating mental and physical creativity (musically, spatially and rhythmically) children discover the magical world of dance, how their bodies react to the music and how much fun they can have trying to master it. Royal Academy of Dance Ballet (RAD) Ages 6 & up, Primary and higher Interplay offers ballet training following the Royal Academy of Dance syllabus. The Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) is one of the largest and most influencial dance education and training organizations in the world with over 17,000 members spread across 84 countries. Each year the examination syllabus is taught to more than a quarter of a million students worldwide. Students wishing to be considered for a Royal Academy of Dance examination must attend class consistently twice a week. This is to enable students to be thoroughly prepared. Examinations are not compulsory. For more information on the Royal Academy of Dance, visit their website: Royal Academy of Dance Senior Ballet Program, Repertoire Ages 10 & up Pre-Elementary to Advanced Our senior division is designed for the more serious dancer. Students attend both technique and pointe classes. Intermediate and Advanced students have the opportunity to learn and perform various classical repertoire. Even though pointe work is incorporated at these levels students should not purchase pointe shoes until their ballet teacher advises them that they are ready for the challenge both physically and technically. Intensive Dance Programs are offered to serious, talented students (by audition only). Teen Ballet Ages 12 & up This class is an introduction to basic ballet with an emphasis on terminology, body alignment, weight placement and use of the ballet barre. The focus is on the enjoyment of dance and the development of basic ballet technique, flexibility and strength. If you have no ballet experience or are unfamiliar with ballet terminology then Teen Ballet is for you. Adult Ballet Interplay offers adult ballet for all levels of experience. Whether you have never stepped inside a dance studio or have never had previous training, Interplay welcomes all ages and abilities. Modern Dance Ages 9 & up Modern dance has developed through an intimate understanding of the body as an expressive instrument moving in space. Modern is characterized by the use of the floor, working with gravity, and contemporary movement. Dancing in bare feet is important to retain the sense of contact and 'groundedness'. At Interplay students are introduced to Graham and Limon styles. Jazz Ages 7 & up Jazz dance, like jazz music, relies strongly on rhythm. A major element in music theatre and motion pictures this dance is energetic with dancers using different parts of their body, such as shoulders, pelvis and head in isolated movements. It has its foundation in ballet and therefore all jazz students are strongly encouraged to enroll in ballet class. Students will learn a variety of styles from 'Broadway' to contemporary. Hip Hop Ages 7 & up Hip Hop classes incorporate the latest 'street style' dance forms. This is the high energy, upbeat style of dance seen in many music videos (Justin Timberlake and Outkast). It is highly recommended that students also enroll in jazz or ballet. Tap Ages 7 & up Tap dancing relies almost totally on footwork. The feet become musical instruments, marking out complex rhythms with heels and toes. Tap dancing was born around the time of the mid-1800s 'Minstrel Shows'. In the 20th Century, Vaudeville, Broadway and motion pictures all helped to make Tap dancing one of the most fun and popular dance forms. The focus here is on performance technique and includes styles from Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers right up to today's Savion Glover. Musical Theatre Ages 7 & up Musical Theatre combines music, song, dance and dialogue. Back to Top

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