{"id":2241,"date":"2014-11-22T14:21:09","date_gmt":"2014-11-22T19:21:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.acdt.org\/?page_id=2241"},"modified":"2026-03-05T15:59:49","modified_gmt":"2026-03-05T20:59:49","slug":"new-studio-of-dance-classes","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.acdt.org\/?page_id=2241","title":{"rendered":"New Studio of Dance Classes 2025-2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Parent Portal\/Online Registration<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Download the flyer<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

View<\/strong> Class<\/strong> Policies<\/strong> Here<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tap Workshops<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Wednesdays 7:00-8:00 Spring Fast Beg. Teen\/Adult Tap Workshop 2 & 3 -$100 for 5 weeks<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dates:<\/strong> March 11th – April 15th (no class on April 8th) & April 22nd – May 20th<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teacher:<\/strong> Anita Feldman
Description:<\/strong> Rhythm Tap Dance is an American art form with African inspiration. The goal of these
workshops is for the participants to experience the joy of tap dancing – syncopated
rhythms with their feet, enjoying music, improving balance and coordination, and developing
the mental ability to learn new combinations. In each class they will do a tap warm-up to learn
the basic steps, and then work on a combination, while also gaining a little understanding of the
rich, interesting and multi-cultural history of this exciting dance form.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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4:00-5:25 Modern 6 & Senior Company Required Class – $95month<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teacher:<\/strong> Melissa Wilhoit<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Description:<\/strong> This modern dance class is informed by Jos\u00e9 Lim\u00f3n technique and Bartenieff Fundamentals, emphasizing the organic rhythms of fall and recovery, the play and contrast between gravity and suspension, and the use of breath and human gesture. Classes begin with a warm-up that integrates floorwork and standing center exercises, emphasizing the development of skills through correct technique, musicality, and spinal articulation. This is followed by moving across the floor with traveling sequences and the development of improvisation skills. For students with a minimum of 3 years of experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4:30-5:25 Jazz 5 & Junior Company Optional Class – $70month<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teacher:<\/strong> Kimberly Vasileva <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Description:<\/strong> In this Jazz class we will be strengthening our technique & flexibility, learning different styles of jazz & improving our performance skills. We will also practice learning new choreography and build on it each week, changing at the end of the month. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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5:30-6:25 Jazz 6, Senior Company Optional Class & Apprentice Optional Class – $70month<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teacher:<\/strong> Kimberly Vasileva<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Description:<\/strong> In this Jazz class we will be strengthening our technique & flexibility, learning different styles of jazz & improving our performance skills. We will also practice learning new choreography and build on it each week, changing at the end of the month.
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5:30-6:55 Modern 5 & Junior Company Required Class – $95month <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teacher:<\/strong> Melissa Wilhoit<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Description:<\/strong> This modern dance class is informed by Jos\u00e9 Lim\u00f3n technique and Bartenieff Fundamentals, emphasizing the organic rhythms of fall and recovery, the play and contrast between gravity and suspension, and the use of breath and human gesture. Classes begin with a warm-up that integrates floorwork and standing center exercises, emphasizing the development of skills through correct technique, musicality, and spinal articulation. This is followed by moving across the floor with traveling sequences and the development of improvisation skills. For students with a minimum of 2 years of experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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6:30-8:00 Ballet 6, Senior Company Required Class & Apprentice Optional Class – $95month<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teacher:<\/strong> Jerri Reeves<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Description:<\/strong> Ballet 6, Senior Ballet: A continuation on level 5 concepts as well as refining port de bra and foot articulation with more focus on center practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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7:00-8:25 Modern Teen\/Adult & Apprentices Required Class – $95month<\/strong> (This class allows drop-ins at $25 per class. Register for a drop-in through the portal prior to class)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teacher:<\/strong> Melissa Wilhoit<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Description:<\/strong> This fast paced modern dance class is informed by Jos\u00e9 Lim\u00f3n technique and Bartenieff Fundamentals through a contemporary lens, emphasizing the organic rhythms of fall and recovery, the play and contrast between gravity and suspension, and the use of breath and human gesture. Class phrases generally build for approximately a month and each class ends with small group improvisations. For students with pre\u2010professional or professional proficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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8:00-8:30 Conditioning – $55month<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teacher:<\/strong> Jerri Reeves<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Description: <\/strong>The conditioning class blends exercises and techniques from multiple disciplines to boost overall physical performance in dance. It focuses on enhancing technical skill, preventing injuries, strengthening the core, and refining a dancer’s ability to perform movements with greater control, strength, and precision.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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4:00-4:55 Aerial 1 – $80month<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teacher:<\/strong> Gillian Maurer<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Description:<\/strong> This aerial silks class focuses on introductory skills on fabrics including basic climbs, locks, and supported inversions, building these skills in progressions over the course of the year. No prior silks experience needed, suggested ages 6-9. Class may be repeated as needed. Students will work towards a silks showcase at the end of spring semester and are invited to participate in group choreography as well as create their own choreographies for solos or duets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4:00-4:55 Ballet\/Modern 2 – $70month<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teacher:<\/strong> Kimberly Vasileva<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Description:<\/strong> In this class the dancers will learn basic, beginner ballet positions and start to understand how to “listen” to music & match movement to the beat. We’ll learn how to dance together as a group & start learning how to listen for cues in music. We will occasionally work on choreographed dances but will remain having fun throughout the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4:00-4:55 Pre-Jr Ballet – $70month<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teacher: <\/strong>Melissa Wilhoit <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Description: <\/strong>Coming Soon!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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5:00-5:55 Aerial 4 – $80month<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teacher:<\/strong> Gillian Maurer<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Description:<\/strong> This aerial silks class focuses on elaboration of introductory skills on fabrics, and requires some familiarity with skills such as basic climbs, locks, and supported inversions, building these skills in progressions over the course of the year to include double footlocks, unsupported inversions, and simple compound skills. Silks 1, some aerial experience or teacher approval required, suggested ages 8-11. Class may be repeated as needed. Students will work towards a silks showcase at the end of spring semester and are invited to participate in group choreography as well as create their own choreographies for solos or duets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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5:00-6:15 Ballet\/Modern 3 – $83month<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teacher:<\/strong> Kimberly Vasileva<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Description:<\/strong> In this class the dancers will start to work more with modern movement & learning new ways of counting the music. They will be learning more choreography & we will even begin partner work this year. We will be continuing to practice our ballet warmups while adding the modern twist to the curriculum.  
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5:00-6:25 Pre-Jr Modern – $95month<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teacher:<\/strong> Melissa Wilhoit<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Description:<\/strong> This modern dance class is informed by Jos\u00e9 Lim\u00f3n technique and Bartenieff Fundamentals, emphasizing the organic rhythms of fall and recovery, the play and contrast between gravity and suspension, and the use of breath and human gesture. Classes begin with a warm-up that integrates floorwork and standing center exercises, emphasizing the development of skills through correct technique, musicality, and spinal articulation. This is followed by moving across the floor with traveling sequences and the development of improvisation skills. For students with 1\u20102 or more years of dance experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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6:00-7:25 Aerial 5 – $105month<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teacher:<\/strong> Gillian Maurer<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Description:<\/strong> This aerial silks class works with more advanced flexibility and strength based skills involving single and double footlocks, hipkeys, compound inversion skills and unlocked skills, building these skills in progressions over the course of the year with a emphasis on sequencing, endurance and technique. Silks 4, some aerial experience or teacher approval required, suggested ages 12+. Students will work towards a silks showcase at the end of spring semester and are invited to participate in group choreography as well as create their own choreographies for solos or duets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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6:30-7:55 Fencing Adult\/Teen: Foil, Saber, Epee – $95month<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teacher: <\/strong>Giles Collard<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Description:<\/strong> If you need to rent fencing equipment please also register for Fencing Equipment Rental<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4:00-5:25 Composition 5 & Junior Company Required Class – $95month<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teacher:<\/strong> Melissa Wilhoit<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Description:<\/strong> In a dance composition class, participants engage in the creative process of crafting original dance pieces. The focus is on developing choreographic skills and exploring various elements such as movement dynamics, spatial arrangements, and thematic concepts. Students learn to structure and organize movements to convey a coherent and expressive dance narrative. The class often involves experimentation with different choreographic tools, improvisation exercises, and collaborative activities. Participants receive guidance on refining their artistic vision, refining transitions, and considering the overall composition of their dance works. This class encourages individual expression, fosters a deeper understanding of choreographic principles, and provides a platform for dancers to evolve as skilled and imaginative choreographers. Students must be enrolled in a ballet or modern technique class in order to take composition.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4:00-5:25 Cuban Modern 6, Senior Company Required Class & Apprentices Required Class – $95month<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teacher:<\/strong> Diana Cabrera<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Description: <\/strong>T\u00e9cnica<\/p>\n\n\n\n

La t\u00e9cnica cubana, often abbreviated as T\u00e9cnica, is a form of Cuban contemporary dance that was founded by Ramiro Guerra Suarez in Cuba in 1959. Unlike other forms of traditional Cuban dance, t\u00e9cnica fuses many different dance forms together, such as those from Africa, Europe (Spanish-based Flamenco), and North America (Graham, Cunningham, Lim\u00f3n, Sokolov and Humphrey).  It is a highly expressive dance form, incorporating undulating movements of the torso and pelvis. Big jumps while traveling across the floor, turns and extensions are one main characteristic of T\u00e9cnica. T\u00e9cnica is demanding and dynamic, forming dancers that move with remarkable ease; it is ever changing, and the technique continues to evolve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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T\u00e9cnica class in general, involves two aspects: instruction and education. The first includes the aptitude for dance, the creation of physical and mental habits and all the technical knowledge that this implies. The other, equally important, speaks of creating artistic convictions, the appreciation for dance, developing will and character and laying the foundations of an artistic personality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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5:30-6:55 Ballet 5 & Junior Company Required Class – $95month<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teacher:<\/strong> Rebecca O’Quinn<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Description:<\/strong> A structured classical ballet class to develop technique, strength, flexibility, and coordination with a primary focus on proper alignment and technique performed at the barre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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5:30-6:55 Composition 4 – $95month<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teacher:<\/strong> Melissa Wilhoit<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Description:<\/strong> In a dance composition class, participants engage in the creative process of crafting original dance pieces. The focus is on developing choreographic skills and exploring various elements such as movement dynamics, spatial arrangements, and thematic concepts. Students learn to structure and organize movements to convey a coherent and expressive dance narrative. The class often involves experimentation with different choreographic tools, improvisation exercises, and collaborative activities. Participants receive guidance on refining their artistic vision, refining transitions, and considering the overall composition of their dance works. This class encourages individual expression, fosters a deeper understanding of choreographic principles, and provides a platform for dancers to evolve as skilled and imaginative choreographers. Students must be enrolled in a ballet or modern technique class in order to take composition.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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5:30-6:55 Composition 6, Senior Company Required Class & Apprentices Required Class – $95month<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teachers:<\/strong> Diana Cabrera<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Description:<\/strong> In a dance composition class, participants engage in the creative process of crafting original dance pieces. The focus is on developing choreographic skills and exploring various elements such as movement dynamics, spatial arrangements, and thematic concepts. Students learn to structure and organize movements to convey a coherent and expressive dance narrative. The class often involves experimentation with different choreographic tools, improvisation exercises, and collaborative activities. Participants receive guidance on refining their artistic vision, refining transitions, and considering the overall composition of their dance works. This class encourages individual expression, fosters a deeper understanding of choreographic principles, and provides a platform for dancers to evolve as skilled and imaginative choreographers. Students must be enrolled in a ballet or modern technique class in order to take composition.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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7:00-8:25 Teen\/Adult Ballet & Pointe Prep – $95month<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teacher: <\/strong>Rebecca O’Quinn<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Description: <\/strong>This dynamic class is designed for motivated teen dancers preparing for pointe work as well as adult students at an intermediate or higher level. We focus on building the strength, flexibility, and refined technique required for safe and successful point dancing–while continuing to advance artistry and musicality. For dancers who want to get stronger and see measurable progress in their technique, taking more than one ballet class per week is essential. Consistent training builds muscle memory, enhances endurance, and allows skills to solidify from week to week. Class includes barre, center work, turns, jumps, and targeted conditioning for foot, ankle, and core strength in a supportive, challenging environment tailored to help each individual reach his or her ballet goals.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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4:00-4:55 Aerial 3 – $80month<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teacher:<\/strong> Gillian Maurer<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Description:<\/strong> This aerial silks class begins to work with more advanced skills involving single and double footlocks, unsupported inversions, and hand supports, building these skills in progressions over the course of the year to include compound double footlock skills, beginning knee hook skills and unlocked skills. Silks 2, some aerial experience or teacher approval required, suggested ages 10-12. Students will work towards a silks showcase at the end of spring semester and are invited to participate in group choreography as well as create their own choreographies for solos or duets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4:00-4:55 Modern 4 – $70month<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teacher:<\/strong> Melissa Wilhoit<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Description:<\/strong> This modern dance class is informed by Jos\u00e9 Lim\u00f3n technique and Bartenieff Fundamentals, emphasizing the organic rhythms of fall and recovery, the play and contrast between gravity and suspension, and the use of breath and human gesture. Classes begin with a warm-up that integrates floorwork and standing center exercises, emphasizing the development of skills through correct technique, musicality, and spinal articulation. This is followed by moving across the floor with traveling sequences and the development of improvisation skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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5:00-5:55 Aerial 2 – $80month<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teacher:<\/strong> Gillian Maurer<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Description:<\/strong> This aerial silks class begins to work with more advanced skills requiring solid single and double footlocks, unsupported inversions, and hand supports, building these skills in progressions over the course of the year to include hipkeys, compound inversion skills and unlocked skills. Silks 3, some aerial experience or teacher approval required, suggested ages 11-14. Students will work towards a silks showcase at the end of spring semester and are invited to participate in group choreography as well as create their own choreographies for solos or duets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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5:00-5:55 Ballet 4 – $70month<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teacher:<\/strong> Melissa Wilhoit<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Description:<\/strong> This is a structured classical ballet class designed to develop technique, strength, flexibility, and coordination with a focus on proper alignment and technique performed at the barre and the incorporation of fun traveling sequences across the floor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4:00-5:25 Fencing 8-12yr: Foil, Saber, Epee – $95month<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teacher:<\/strong> Giles Collard<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Description:<\/strong> If you need to rent fencing equipment please also register for Fencing Equipment Rental<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Parent Portal\/Online Registration Download the flyer View Class Policies Here Tap Workshops Wednesdays 7:00-8:00 Spring Fast Beg. Teen\/Adult Tap Workshop 2 & 3 -$100 for 5 weeks Dates: March 11th – April 15th (no class on April 8th) & April 22nd – May 20th Teacher: Anita FeldmanDescription: Rhythm Tap Dance is an American art form with African inspiration. The goal…<\/p>\n

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