iDance Disciplines and Dress Code
iDance Class Descriptions
Ballet
Ballet is the foundation for almost all other styles of dance! The language of classical ballet was written in French; therefore we learn and speak French in our Ballet classes. Ballet technique is extremely important. Technique is learned by focusing on poise, posture and placement. Dancers become stronger, more flexible and have increased balance and endurance.
Hip Hop
Hip Hop is a style derived from African dance and encompasses everything from popping and locking to breakdancing, footwork and jumps. Hip Hop dance is a balance of letting go and being loose with your body and movements, yet controlling them as well. Whether it is fast or slow, Hip Hop is a style of dance that is filled with attitude and fun!!
Jazz
Jazz dance has developed in parallel to popular music and has been influenced by African American, Carribean and modern U.S. culture. Jazz is medium paced and is based on style, utilizing both full body flexibility and isolated moves.
Modern/Contemporary
Modern/Contemporary dance is a dance style that rejects many of the strict rules of classical ballet, focusing instead on the expression of inner feelings and emotions
Tap
Timing and rhythm are essential in learning tap. Students learn to make sounds they never thought were possible with only their feet! Dancers learn to be quick on their feet, enabling them to gain coordination, control, speed, balance and agility.
Pointe
Pointe dance is an advanced version of ballet dance by dancing "en pointe" or on your toes.
Acrobatics
Acrobatic dance is a style of dance that combines usually jazz dance technique with precision acrobatic elements. Flexibility is important in this class and a lot of focus will be spend on stretching and holding in Acrobatic poses.
Musical Theater
Musical theatre dancing is a style of dance that is rooted in the diverse history of Broadway musicals. It combines Jazz dance and telling the story of the musical through movement.
Irish Step
Irish stepdance is a style of performance dance with its roots in traditional Irish dance. It is generally characterized by a stiff upper body and fast and precise movements of the feet.
Dress Code by Class
All female dancers (except hip hop classes) MUST wear a leotard and tights! If comfortable, dancers are allowed to wear a sports bra and leggings. Please follow the Ballet dress code if it is a combination class, however dance shoes for each dance discipline will be needed. Boys must wear a t shirt and sweatpants. Color and fabric does not matter, except for shoe colors for recital. More details per class are given below:
Ballet: Hair must be in a ponytail or bun! Ballet skirts, fitted shorts or a fitted cami top may be worn over a leotard and tights. Older dancers are allowed to wear a sports bra and leggings. Pink Ballet shoes are required for recital, however any color Ballet shoe can be worn in class
Hip Hop: Hair must be worn pulled back off of the face. Comfortable clothing, i.e. t-shirts, tank tops, yoga pants, can be worn. however we do not recommend shorts. Black Jazz shoes (ages 2-6) or Hip Hop sneakers (ages 7 and up) are required for class and recital
Jazz: Hair must be in a ponytail or bun! Jazz pants or capris may be worn over a leotard and tights. Older dancers are allowed to wear a sports bra and leggings. Tan jazz shoes (any type) are required for recital, however any color jazz shoe can be worn in class
Modern/Contemporary:
Hair must be in a ponytail or bun! Fitted shorts, capris or a fitted cami top may be worn over a leotard and tights. Older dancers are allowed to wear a sports bra and leggings. Lyrical half-sole shoes required for class and recital.
Tap: Hair must be pulled off of the face. Jazz pants or capris can be worn over a leotard and tights, however make sure they are not too long! Older dancers are allowed to wear a sports bra and leggings. Tan tap shoes are required for recital, however any color can be worn in class.
Acrobatics: Hair must be in a ponytail or bun! Fitted shorts, leggings or a fitted top can be worn over a leotard and tights. Older dancers are allowed to wear a sports bra and leggings. No shoes required for class or recital
Pointe: Hair must be in a ponytail or bun! Ballet skirts, fitted shorts or a fitted cami top may be worn over a leotard and tights. Pink pointe shoes are required for recital, however any color pointe shoe can be worn in class
Musical Theater: Hair must be a ponytail or bun! Ballet skirts, fitted shorts or a fitted cami top may be worn over a leotard and tights. Black jazz shoes are required for class and recital
Irish Step: Hair must be a ponytail or bun! Ballet skirts, fitted shorts or a fitted cami top may be worn over a leotard and tights. Black Ballet shoes or ghillie shoes are required for class and recital
