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Sword fights, punches, and hair pulls abound in this exciting and athletic class. Learn why characters fight and how actors stay safe as you explore techniques for onstage violence.  No previous acting or stage combat experience is required, and this class may be repeated.

The Joy of Dance ballet curriculum follows the International Dance Acclaim (IDA) Program. In June, the students have a ballet examination that will be assessed by an international examiner. Students are awarded a performance certificate and medal that provide proof that they have attained an international standard of classical ballet appropriate to...

Explore the magic of musical theater in this fun and interactive class! Students will enjoy discovering Broadway songs and choreography.  Get your singing voices and jazz hands ready!

If you're fast like the Hare or slow as the Tortoise, make your way to this fun new class! We will explore classic tales from folklore and make them our very own.

This class fuses Hip-Hop and Step together. Students are introduced to the precise rhythmic and percussive movement of Step, mixed with the popping, locking and house elements of Hip-Hop.  Attire: sweatpants, t-shirt, sneakers

This class fuses Hip-Hop and Step together. Students are introduced to the precise rhythmic and percussive movement of Step, mixed with the popping, locking and house elements of Hip-Hop.  Attire: sweatpants, t-shirt, sneakers

The Joy of Dance ballet curriculum follows the International Dance Acclaim (IDA) Program. In June, the students have a ballet examination that will be assessed by an international examiner. Students are awarded a performance certificate and medal that provide proof that they have attained an international standard of classical ballet appropriate to...

Your child will be trained in the Royal Academy of Dance classical ballet syllabus through barre, adagio and allegro variations. They will learn tap technique to Broadway-style songs and jazz. These dancers will be members of Joy of Dance’s “Show Biz Kidz” performance troupe.

Junior Ballet I/II students focus on graceful, coordinated transitions and movements. Students will add to their previous ballet knowledge as they add complexities and artistry to their dancing. This class culminates in a Spring Concert, where students perform on the grand stage for friends and family.

Are you an astronaut lost in space trying to get rescued? Or a magical wizard on a brand new journey to a new land? You will decide your character and their fate in this class all about bringing to life the characters in your imagination.

Do you love to laugh?  Join us for a hilarious journey as we explore physical comedy, clowning, and more. You’ll be sure to leave any audience in stitches with the comedic antics you’ll learn in this side-splitting class.

Do you dream of 42nd Street? Lace up your dancing shoes and pony your way onto the stage with Encore!  Students will learn fun combinations as well as basic dance terminology to set the foundation for years of dance and movement appreciation.

Begin your adventure with imagination!  Let your little one’s creative mind expand with this new class for our youngest of actors!

Explore the magic of movement for musicals in this fun and interactive dance class!  Students will enjoy discovering new songs, rhythms, and steps as they learn creative choreography. This class may be repeated, as each session focuses on different dances.

Drawing from both Classical Ballet and Modern dance, Contemporary dance is an abstract form of movement that focuses on emotional expression and storytelling. Influenced by the likes of Merce Cunningham and Twyla Tharp, this transcendent form of dance has reached new heights of popularity thanks to T.V. shows, such as So You Think You Can Dance. A...