What's included
12 pre-recorded lessons
12 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
Students will be required to post videos or photos of their progress each week throughout the class. Feedback will be given in response to each video with what dancers need to improve on in their technique.Class Experience
During this class we will explore Ballet and Tap Dance Techniques. Ballet is a graceful and poised form of dance that is the foundation for all other dance techniques. It is a formal dance that mixes technique, coordination and musicality. Tap dance is a form of dance that creates various rhythms and shading of sounds by using the toe and heel tap of the shoe. It is percussive allowing the dancer to create music. What’s included in this class: • Fun and engaging exercises that will wake up and stretch our bodies • Basic Ballet barre exercises that will be taught center floor • Movements that will work on basic motor skills • Various imaginative dance games through creative movement exercises • Concepts of grace, coordination and musicality • Learning patterns for growing minds and engaging rhythm games • Tap technique will be taught through upbeat music • Dancers will create percussion with their toe and heel taps • Various weekly coloring sheets A new theme will be introduced each week to keep students engaged. What will your child gain: • Confidence • A creative outlet • Exercise! • Cognitive development • Discipline • Perseverance This class does not include live meetings and does not have a set class time. This self-paced schedule allows your child to learn at a time that works best for your needs.
Learning Goals
Your child will learn beginner ballet and tap dance steps in a creative learning environment. They will also learn basic motor skills, patterns, musicality and rhythm. And most of all, learn to have fun and enjoy movement!
Syllabus
12 Lessons
over 12 WeeksLesson 1:
Garden Fairies
Ballet and Tap
Lesson 2:
Mermaids
Ballet and Tap
Lesson 3:
Frozen
Ballet and Tap
Lesson 4:
Let's Go to the Zoo
Ballet and Tap
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Please make sure your child is in an area where they can move around freely. Also, having a water bottle nearby during class is encouraged. Students will want to be in comfortable clothes that they can easily move in and hair pulled back. By signing up for this class you should understand that when participating in any exercise or dance program, there is the possibility of physical injury. If you engage in these online dance classes, you agree that you do so at your own risk, are voluntarily participating in these activities, assume all risk of injury to yourself.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Dean College
Please make sure your child is in an area where they can move around freely. Also, having a water bottle nearby during class is encouraged. Students will want to be in comfortable clothes that they can easily move in and hair pulled back. By signing up for this class you should understand that when participating in any exercise or dance program, there is the possibility of physical injury. If you engage in these online dance classes, you agree that you do so at your own risk, are voluntarily participating in these activities, assume all risk of injury to yourself.
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Self-Paced Class
$16
weekly or $189 for all content12 pre-recorded lessons
12 weeks of teacher support
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1 year of access to the content
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Ages: 5-9