Our recreational program provides dance classes in a variety of styles including Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Combo, Lyrical, Hip Hop and Core Fitness. These classes are designed for students of all ages, skill levels, and experience. At the end of our season, we host a recital featuring both our recreational and competitive teams. It’s an exciting way to wrap up the dance season! The performance takes place annually on a Saturday, mid-May. This event is a fun and rewarding highlight that everyone looks forward to, and we encourage all RDC dancers to be a part of it.
Combo 1 (Age 3)
Combo 1 is a combined class of tap, ballet, and creative movement for 3-year-olds. Children in this class learn basic dance terminology as well as develop their social and cognitive skills. Time in class will be spent exploring dance through creative expression, structured and free movement, as well as interaction with their peers.
Dancers are required to wear proper dance attire. This includes a leotard and tights or fitted athletic clothing that will not obstruct movement. Hair should be pulled away from the face. Combo 1 requires tap and ballet shoes.
Dancers are required to wear proper dance attire. This includes a leotard and tights or fitted athletic clothing that will not obstruct movement. Hair should be pulled away from the face. Combo 1 requires tap and ballet shoes.
Combo 2 (Age 4)
Combo 2 is for 4-year-olds. The class consists of tap, ballet, and creative movement. This class helps students discover dance through both independent movement and group choreography. Combo 2 employs many of the same activities as Combo 1 but with more of an emphasis on the coordination and physical development of the child.
Dancers are required to wear proper dance attire. This includes a leotard and tights or fitted athletic clothing that will not obstruct movement. Hair should be pulled away from the face. Combo 2 requires tap and ballet shoes.
Dancers are required to wear proper dance attire. This includes a leotard and tights or fitted athletic clothing that will not obstruct movement. Hair should be pulled away from the face. Combo 2 requires tap and ballet shoes.
Combo 3 (Age 5)
Combo 3 is a combined class of tap, ballet, and introductory jazz for 5 year olds. This class works on the dancer's development as a whole, focusing on dance terminology as well as using movement as a way to express themselves. Structured exploration of different styles of dance will build your child's confidence and their love for the art.
Dancers are required to wear proper dance attire. This includes a leotard and tights or fitted athletic clothing that will not obstruct movement. Hair should be pulled away from the face. Combo 3 requires tap and ballet shoes.
Dancers are required to wear proper dance attire. This includes a leotard and tights or fitted athletic clothing that will not obstruct movement. Hair should be pulled away from the face. Combo 3 requires tap and ballet shoes.
Ballet (Ages 5+)
Ballet builds strength, flexibility, and technique in a dancer that is applicable to all styles.
Ballet is a great addition to Combo, Tap and Jazz classes.
Ballet is a great addition to Combo, Tap and Jazz classes.
Tap (Ages 5+)
Tap class is energetic, rhythmic, and focused on developing footwork and musicality. Tap emphasizes creating sound and rhythm through the feet.
Any student taking tap is recommended to also take ballet for strengthening.
Any student taking tap is recommended to also take ballet for strengthening.
Jazz (Ages 5+)
Jazz is all about energy, expression, and fluidity. The style combines strong technique with a sense of fun and improvisation.
Jazz students are highly encouraged to take ballet and tap in addition to their jazz class.
Jazz students are highly encouraged to take ballet and tap in addition to their jazz class.
Hip Hop (Ages 5+)
Hip hop is a high-energy, expressive dance style that emerged from urban street culture and has evolved into a major part of the global dance scene. It’s known for its fluidity, creativity, and emphasis on individual style, all set to the beat of hip hop music.
Hip hop students are encouraged jazz and/or ballet to work on strengthening and technique.
Hip hop students are encouraged jazz and/or ballet to work on strengthening and technique.
Lyrical (Ages 6+)
Lyrical combines the expressive movements of ballet and jazz with the emotional storytelling of modern dance.
Lyrical students are highly recommended to also take ballet.
Lyrical students are highly recommended to also take ballet.
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