Mariana's Dancing Studio of Ipswich Massachusetts

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Junior Ballet 1, 1A- Ages 6-9

This class is designed for dancers who have graduated from our Twinkle Toes Program or for those who are a bit older, possibly more experienced or simply ready to dive into the ballet world more! While this class still incorporates play, dance games, and many fun learning activities, this class prepares the dancer for a true ballet class! Junior Ballet 1A is for dancers who have taken Junior Ballet with us for a minimum of 1-2 years.

Ballet 2 - Have Taken 1-3 Years of Ballet After the Age of 7

Dancers continue learn the exercises necessary for mastering the placement of the body, the legs, the arms, and the head. They work in class on the development of skills and the coordination of steps. The classes become increasingly complex as students advance through systematic development. As their training progresses emphasis is placed on developing strength, stability, and grace. Ballet is absolutely vital to learn proper technique and posture to achieve an excellent performance. Ballet class adds gracefulness, connectivity and precision to all dance skills.

Ballet 3 - Have Taken 4-6 Years of Ballet After the Age of 7

Dancers continue learn the exercises necessary for mastering the placement of the body, the legs, the arms, and the head. They work in class on the development of skills and the coordination of steps. The classes become increasingly complex as students advance through systematic development. As their training progresses emphasis is placed on developing strength, stability, and grace. Ballet is absolutely vital to learn proper technique and posture to achieve an excellent performance. Ballet class adds gracefulness, connectivity and precision to all dance skills.

Ballet 4 - Have Taken 7-8+ Years of Ballet After the Age of 7

Dancers continue learn the exercises necessary for mastering the placement of the body, the legs, the arms, and the head. They work in class on the development of skills and the coordination of steps. The classes become increasingly complex as students advance through systematic development. As their training progresses emphasis is placed on developing strength, stability, and grace. Ballet is absolutely vital to learn proper technique and posture to achieve an excellent performance. Ballet class adds gracefulness, connectivity and precision to all dance skills.

Injury Prevention & Strengthing - Ages 9+

For dancers, regular conditioning becomes a must, as dance is a competitive sport and is very demanding. Dance requires dancers to stay fit, strong and flexible. This class is structured to build stamina, strength for specific skills required in dance, and overall conditioning of the muscles for the dancers to gain complete control over their body to help them achieve better technique as well as prevent injuries.

Junior Hip Hop - Ages 6-9

Hip hop is a high-energy class that infuses the latest styles of street dancing, breaking, popping, and locking. Hip hop dance requires students to have the strength and stamina to successfully perform moves. A super-fun, fast paced class for those wanting to learn the latest trends. Hip Hop derived from Street Jazz and has become a prevalent style within all dance styles , that students love to perform given its versatility, fast rhythms, modern style and less rigorous technique.

Hip Hop 2 - Ages 9-12

Hip hop is a high-energy class that infuses the latest styles of street dancing, breaking, popping, and locking. Hip hop dance requires students to have the strength and stamina to successfully perform moves. A super-fun, fast paced class for those wanting to learn the latest trends. Hip Hop derived from Street Jazz and has become a prevalent style within all dance styles, that students love to perform given its versatility, fast rhythms, modern style and less rigorous technique.

Hip Hop 3 - Ages 13-18

Hip hop is a high-energy class that infuses the latest styles of street dancing, breaking, popping, and locking. Hip hop dance requires students to have the strength and stamina to successfully perform moves. A super-fun, fast paced class for those wanting to learn the latest trends. Hip Hop derived from Street Jazz and has become a prevalent style within all dance styles, that students love to perform given its versatility, fast rhythms, modern style and less rigorous technique.

Junior Jazz & Lyrical 1 - Ages 6-9

This class is a wonderful base for Jazz and Lyrical dance education, as it explores introducing segments of choreography and dance vocabulary in addition to encouraging self expression and freedom of movement, flexibility, coordination, strength, artistry and stage presence are main components of this class. The social aspect of this class encourages and generates new friendships while sharing a fun filled learning experience. While each style is unique, we find that combining the styles encourages the technique to remain consistent throughout. This usually leads to a better comprehension of class material given.

Jazz & Lyrical 2 - Ages 9-11

A fun, fast-paced moving class for with basic dance experience, or who wish to learn the basics and more. Jazz and Lyrical technique, flexibility, coordination, combinations across the floor, stylized routines. Exploring emotional expression and storytelling through the art of dance. Use of popular songs which kids are familiar with, while learning excellent technique, discipline and style.

Jazz & Contemporary 3 - Ages 1-14

A fast-paced Jazz and Lyrical class emphasizing connections and stylized movement. Emotional expression, storytelling and creativity are vital elements of this class. This class not only works on these styles but on the technique underneath all of it.

Jazz & Contemporary 4 - Ages 15-18

A fast-paced Jazz and Lyrical class emphasizing connections and stylized movement. Emotional expression, storytelling and creativity are vital elements of this class. This class not only works on these styles but on the technique underneath all of it.

Pre-Teen & Teen Ballroom - Ages 10+

This exciting new class will teach students the elements of partnering, and first level of techniques for different styles like Salsa, Waltz, Foxtrot, Swing, Jive, Tango, Merengue and more. Ballroom amongst young students is becoming HUGELY popular. It allows kids of all ages to interact with each other on the basis of cooperation and respect, as well as consideration for others, since they are sharing space and steps. It is a versatile class where students will be exposed to a rich variety of rhythms and dancing, making it fun, exciting an always changing, while keeping technicality and form intact. Your kids are sure to have fun with this new addition to our program!

Mommy & Me Dance Class - All Ages

If you are looking for something to do with your little one that introduces them to music, moving, connecting, and much more, this class is for you! You are you little one will be in your own little Mommy & Me world when you come to our class. Welcome them into the world of dance and music and share all it has to offer with them!

Musical Theatre - Ages 12-18

Intermediate - Advanced Class: Who doesn't love Broadway?! This class gives the student a chance to learn Broadway based dance styles, using real Musical Theatre pieces, allowing dancers to explore parts of acting while dancing and story telling using emotional expression and role playing. This class will explore the fun of drama, music, dance, theatre games and improvisation.

Pre-Pointe/Pointe 1 - Minimum Age 12

This class is designed for dancers who wish to strengthen both their feet and technique be able to soon progress to pointe shoes. This class is for dancers who have a strong passion for ballet, wish to improve their technique, and have not danced en pointe yet, but wish to or have, but took some time off.

Pointe 2 - Minimum Age 12

Pointe is for dancers who truly have a passion for ballet and furthering their technique. Pointe requires very strong ankles and feet, therefore, we must evaluate dancers who join this class to ensure that it is safe. This class is for students who have already been en pointe for 2 years minimum.

Junior Tap 1 - Ages 6-9

This class is all about rhythm and precision! Tap is an exciting art and an excellent foundation in dance education. In addition to learning the dance steps basic to most tap instruction, we encourage a full body approach which encompasses all forms of dance as a means of enhancing the overall technique. Tap 1 is built to teach everyone how to"tap their toes" in the right way!

Tap 2 - Ages 9-12 OR 1-3 Years of Tap Experience

This class is all about rhythm and precision! Tap is an exciting art and an excellent foundation in dance education. In addition to learning the dance steps basic to most tap instruction, we encourage a full body approach which encompasses all forms of dance as a means of enhancing the overall technique.

Tap 3 - Ages 13-18 OR 4+ Years of Tap Experience

This class is all about rhythm and precision! Tap is an exciting art and an excellent foundation in dance education. In addition to learning the dance steps basic to most tap instruction, we encourage a full body approach which encompasses all forms of dance as a means of enhancing the overall technique.

Team Choreography (All Classes)

This class is teaches the official choreography that will be performed at each competition and scored by judges. This choreography is chosen based on the team's strengths and it is renewed or perfected as the year goes on and dancers become more accomplished in their skills. It is a highly technical class, where precision, good technique, acting elements, overall skill and performance talents get showcased not only in each Recital, but also in each competition and Showcase.

Junior Technique & Tricks 1 - Ages 6-9

Beginner+ - Int+: This class is designed to improve flexibility, stamina, strength and technique level of the hardest tricks in dance. Multiple turns, high jumps, and many other special skills needed for today's competition world requirements are provided in a progressive manner to all students for best results. This class focuses on the technical requirements needed to do well in competition. While this class is mandatory for our company members, all dancers are welcome!

Technique & Tricks 2 - Have competed in dance for 0-3 Years Past the Age of 7

Beginner+ - Intermediate: This class is designed to improve flexibility, stamina, strength and technique level of the hardest tricks in dance. Multiple turns, high jumps, and many other special skills needed for today's competition world requirements are provided in a progressive manner to all students for best results. This class focuses on the technical requirements needed to do well in competition. While this class is mandatory for our company members, all dancers are welcome!

Technique & Tricks 3 - Have competed in dance for 3-6 Years Past the Age of 7

Intermediate - Intermediate+: This class is designed to improve flexibility, stamina, strength and technique level of the hardest tricks in dance. Multiple turns, high jumps, and many other special skills needed for today's competition world requirements are provided in a progressive manner to all students for best results. This class focuses on the technical requirements needed to do well in competition. While this class is mandatory for our company members, all dancers are welcome!

Technique & Tricks 4 - Have competed in dance for 7+ Years Past the Age of 7

Intermediate+ - Advanced: This class is designed to improve flexibility, stamina, strength and technique level of the hardest tricks in dance. Multiple turns, high jumps, and many other special skills needed for today's competition world requirements are provided in a progressive manner to all students for best results. This class focuses on the technical requirements needed to do well in competition. While this class is mandatory for our company members, all dancers are welcome!

Junior Tumbling & Acrobatics 1, 1A, 1B - Ages 6-9

Junior Acro 1 is for dancers who have taken 0-1 year of acrobatics. Junior Acro 1A is for dancers who have taken 1-2 years of acrobatics and can demonstrate somersaults, bridges, cartwheels and somersaults properly. Junior Acro 1A is for dancers who have taken a minimum of 3 years of acro and can confidently demonstrate skills with proper technique: front limber, front walkover, back walkover, roundoff rebound, pre-side aerial, front and back Arabian. This class is for those wishing to accomplish or improve their gymnastics skills. This class is taught by an Acrobatic Arts certified teacher and follows their class regimen. With elements such as beam, flexibility, acrobatics and tumbling, our class is very comparable to any gymnastics program that focuses on floor exercises. 

Tumbling & Acrobatics 2 - Ages 9+ (Skill based for safety)

Skills Needed:
Handstand, Cartwheel/Roundoff, Bridge/Backbend

This class is for those wishing to accomplish or improve their gymnastics skills. This class is taught by an Acrobatic Arts certified teacher and follows their class regimen. With elements such as beam, flexibility, acrobatics and tumbling, our class is very comparable to any gymnastics program that focuses on floor exercises. For maximum results, focus, improvement and more, each acro class will meet twice a week.

Tumbling & Acrobatics 3 - Ages 9+ (Skill based for safety)

Skills Needed:
Front Walkover, Backbend Walkover, Roundoff, Pre-Side Aerial, Front Handspring, Back Handspring Drills

This class is for those wishing to accomplish or improve their gymnastics skills. This class is taught by an Acrobatic Arts certified teacher and follows their class regimen. With elements such as beam, flexibility, acrobatics and tumbling, our class is very comparable to any gymnastics program that focuses on floor exercises. For maximum results, focus, improvement and more, each acro class will meet twice a week.

Tumbling & Acrobatics 4 - Ages 9+ (Skill based for safety)

Skills Needed:
Side Aerial, Back Handspring, Valdez, All Skills from 2 &3, Pre Front Aerial Drills

This class is for those wishing to accomplish or improve their gymnastics skills. This class is taught by an Acrobatic Arts certified teacher and follows their class regimen. With elements such as beam, flexibility, acrobatics and tumbling, our class is very comparable to any gymnastics program that focuses on floor exercises. For maximum results, focus, improvement and more, each acro class will meet twice a week.

Twinkle Toes - Ballet & Tippity Tap Combo- Ages 2-5

Part of our Twinkle Toes program, this is an introductory class that combines the basic elements of Ballet and Tap dance utilizing creative play, games, and exercises geared to motivate young students in a playful and engaging class. The class is fun and activity pack, using props for learning as well as role play, while introducing the very important and fundamental bases for both styles. While sometimes ballet seems very calm and realxed, we have found a way to make it fun, interactive, upbeat and a wonderful experience for all personalities! Combinations across the floor, jumps, flexibility and coordination development, listening and moving to the music, and for those of them who are stage inclined, performing opportunities are part of the program! This class is the perfect opportunity to get 2 classes in 1!

Twinkle Toes - Hippity Hop & Movement- Ages 2-5

If your little one is filled with energy and just loves to move and dance around to the beat of the music, this class if for them! By teaching them the basics of hip hop and tumbling while incorperating in fun games and activities, your upbeat little dancer will be having the time of their life! The class is fun and activity pack, using props for learning as well as role play, while introducing the very important and fundamental bases.

Twinkle Toes - Tumbling & Acrobatics 1 - Ages 2-4

Little tots will love this class and feel like superheroes! Young dancers wanting to add acro skills to their dance education will take their dancing to a new level. We will work on the basics of gymnastics and teach them proper technique, drills, and get them flipping as best as they can. Part of our Twinkle Toes program, this is a great class for the little ones to release lots of energy.

Twinkle Toes - Tumbling & Acrobatics 2 - Ages 3-5

Little tots will love this class and feel like superheroes! Young dancers wanting to add acro skills to their dance education will take their dancing to a new level. We will work on the basics of gymnastics and teach them proper technique, drills, and get them flipping as best as they can. Part of our Twinkle Toes program, this is a great class for the little ones to release lots of energy.

Adult Classes
Ballroom (Latin,Tango, Salsa, Merengue, ChaCha, Waltz, Foxtrot)

This on-going class is for Adult Beginners who are interested in the different styles of Ballroom. The class will expose you to varied rhythms, each with their own style and technique, footwork and cadences. A great class to stay active, challenge your memory (yes! remembering new dance steps is exercise for your brain!), socialize and learn how to look great on a dance floor... even if the dance floor is your living room floor! Weddings, social events, cruises, office parties... you will look great and have confidence to get up there and enjoy the music! (instead of sitting at the adult table, wishing you were younger to join in the fun!). We will also have some special ADULT NIGHTS to have fun, relax and share what we learn.

Adult Classes (upon request)
Hip Hop, Tap, Ballet , Jazz/Contemporary, Musical Theatre also available

Private and semi-private classes for adults are taught on request. Adults have busy schedules which change often, making it harder to commit fully to a consistent schedule Private, semi-private and group classes are available for all adults from beginner to intermediate and intermediate/advanced. If you are interested in taking an adult class in any of the styles mentioned above, please email us with your request. We can offer you different packages which can make sense for your needs and schedule.

 

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