Dance Programs for Youth

Enrollment is still open for the 2011-2012 Dance Season
Call for class availability or to register: (610) 363-8679

*Ask about our multiple class and multiple student discounts!

New classes begin:  January 9, 2012

 

AT BLUE MOON DANCESPORT  -  KIDS SHINE!

Blue Moon Dancesport provides training for beginner to advanced students and opportunities for technical growth and artistic achievement. We offer a well-rounded curriculum designed to expose students to the diverse world of dance. We are dedicated to building strong, beautiful dancers from age 3 to adult in a positive, family-oriented environment that develops self-esteem and self-discipline.

WHY CHOOSE US?

Our Facility - Our facility offers two bright, large dance studios equipped with state-of-the-art sound equipment, floor-to-ceiling mirrors, and professional “floating” Marley dance floors to help reduce fatigue and prevent injuries. We also offer a comfortable waiting area for parents to wait. We are located at street level with no stairs to climb. Parking is convenient and close.

 Our Facility

Trained Instructors - We are proud to provide our students with talented, qualified, and experienced dance instructors who are supportive and friendly. They make it their priority to encourage and train our dancers to be the best they can be, while keeping in mind the most important aspect of the school  -  learning to dance should be fun!

Customer Service - Our helpful office staff is available to answer questions during most studio hours, by phone and email.

Group & Individual Attention - Our instructors work with their students to create a dynamic team, and provide individualized attention when needed.  We have a closed door policy, which ensures students receive a focused learning experience without distractions.

Wholesome Learning Environment -  We use only family-friendly music and age-appropriate dance routines.

Innovative Choreography -  We offer our dancers new and innovative choreography that is fun and fresh, as well as teach students the proper skills and techniques that will help them excel in the dance world.  

Performance Opportunities -  We have annual dance recitals and other performance opportunities.



 

Dance Divisions

 

Listed below are dance styles offered at Blue Moon Dancesport, as well as class descriptions and attire information. To view the upcoming 2011-2012 Dance Season class schedule, please click on the button below.

 

Class Schedule

 

Class Placement: All students are placed by the instructor according to ability, age and training. Promotion is considered on individual achievements.

 

Attire: Neatness of appearance is required by all students to assist with discipline and standard of BMD. A Dress Code creates equality amongst students, and makes the dancer take the training we provide more seriously. Therefore, all students must abide by the "Required Class Attire" for their level.  Please click on the link below to find the attire requirements for the desired class.

 

Attire

 

 

Twinkle Toes Ballet   (ages 3 to 4)

Twinkle Toes Ballet dance classes gently introduce little girls to the wonderful world of dance through movement, music, and imagination. The instructor combines the basic skills of ballet dance with props and musical instruments to create a fun learning environment for children to thrive.

 

 

Little Stars Ballet & Tap   (ages 3 to 5)

Little Stars dance classes introduce children to ballet and tap, focusing on developing fundamental motor skills, spatial awareness, imagination and expression through movement. Children also learn about music and rhythm through creative exercises with props and musical instruments. Emphasis is placed on fun and the development of positive self-esteem as the child enters one of his or her earliest classroom situations. 

Levels:      Little Stars 1:   3 to 4 years
                 Little Stars 2:   4 to 5 years

 

 

Jr. Hip Hop   (ages 4 to 6)

Jr. Hip Hop classes introduce boys and girls to hip hop and pop through cool, upbeat dance patterns and steps. Children will gain rhythm and coordination while learning hip hop techniques such as popping and locking and even some break dancing. Emphasis is placed on having fun while children develop early dance skills helping to increase positive self-esteem.

*Our children's Hip Hop classes use only child-friendly music and dancing (Disney-style hip hop and pop dancing).

 

 

Jr. Breakers   (ages 5 to 8)     NEW!

Jr. Breakers is a fun and energetic hip hop / break dance class designed for boys and girls. This class will introduce students to basic footwork, freezes, and styles of break dancing, and allow students to develop their own dance combinations. This is a comfortable class great for all levels to explore the world of breakin'.

 

 

Pre-Ballet   (ages 6 to 8)

Pre-Ballet dance classes offer young dancers an excellent and fun introduction to classical ballet by teaching students basic shapes, positions, postures, and traditions of the dance. This program is a prelude to formal ballet instruction and introduces children to music and movement through a structured class that promotes creativity and group interaction.
            
Recommendation: It is strongly recommended that all students, no matter what dance discipline they decide to pursue, should also take ballet.

 

 

 

Ballet

Classical Ballet is known as a beautiful art form and is the foundation of all dance styles. It is considered essential to the training of any dancer, no matter what age. With its graceful and precise movements, ballet focuses on building strength, control and flexibility. It also improves coordination, builds proper posture, poise, grace and confidence. Ballet improves a student's ability and performance in all other forms of dance as well. With a solid ballet foundation, dancers can transfer their skills into jazz, modern, or any other dance they might pursue.

Recommendation: It is strongly recommended that all students, no matter what dance discipline they decide to pursue, should take ballet. Ballet students are encouraged to take 2 classes of ballet a week to master technique.


Classical Division of ballet is for students 6 years and up. Students are placed in levels according to their age
and ability level upon enrollment. Each level is designed to help a student master the techniques of ballet.

Beg. Ballet:     Ballet 1A  /  Ballet 2A  /  Ballet 3A
Int. Ballet: 
     Ballet 1B  /  Ballet 2B  /  Ballet 3B
Adv. Ballet & Pointe:
     Ballet 1C  /  Ballet 2C  /  Ballet 3C
Teen & Adult Level:     
 All ability levels welcome

 

 

Hip Hop

Hip Hop is a popular dance style that is featured in music videos seen on MTV. Classes are designed to break down stylized combinations of Street Funk, Hip-Hop, and Pop and will teach students to dance patterns used by professional dancers, all while listening to the latest hits of Hip Hop, Pop and R&B. Students will also learn technique, rhythm, coordination, and body isolations.

Levels:       Hip Hop 1:   7 to 11 years
                  Hip Hop 2:   12+ years
                  Hip Hop & Funk:   Age 17 to adult

 

 

Break Dancing     NEW!

Break Dancing is a form of hip hop that many people enjoy watching, with its cool moves and quick spins. Boys and girls will enjoy learning classic footwork, freezes, and styles of break dancing, and even get to develop their own dance combinations. This is a comfortable class great for all levels to explore the world of breakin’.

 

 

Jazz

Jazz is a showy form of dance that can be seen anywhere from Broadway to TV, and can be danced to many styles of music. Classes are designed to teach students various leaps and turns, as well as a solid core of technique in areas such as isolations, rhythm and coordination, expression, and performance through exercises and fun dance routines. Because proficient dancers must utilize ballet technique, we recommend that all jazz students enroll in a ballet technique class.

Levels:       Jazz 1:   6 to 8 years
                  Jazz 2:   9 to 11 years
                  Jazz 3:   12 to 15 years
                  Teen / Adult Jazz: 
16 to adult

 

 

Tap

Tap is a fun style of dance that anyone can learn! It combines the theatrical upper body movements of jazz with the upbeat, rhythmic steps of tap. Classes provide instruction in tap technique, terminology, clarity of sounds, tempo, and theatricality. In class, students will also learn stylish Broadway dance combinations that incorporate the steps learned at each lesson.

Levels:       Tap 1:   6 to 8 years
                  Tap 2:   9 to 11 years
                  Tap 3:   12 to 15 years
                  Broadway Tap: 
16 to adult

 

 

Theater Dance

Theatre Dance is an important aspect of musical theatre which helps a show and its' characters come to life. With this program, students will learn dance choreography from a variety of popular Broadway musicals, as well as receive instruction in acting. Emphasis will be placed on performance qualities and character development throughout the program. This program is highly beneficial for students getting ready for school plays! For boys & girls.

Levels:      Theatre Dance 1:
   6 to 8 years
                 Theatre Dance 2:    9 to 15 years



 


TO REGISTER

Call the studio at (610) 363-8679 or email: info@dancebluemoon.com to determine class availability. 

Download and complete both sides of our Registration Form below and return it to the studio
with payment at the following address:

Blue Moon Dancesport, 319 E. Lincoln Hwy., Exton, PA 19341

Registration Form

 


 


Contact Us Today!

 

Blue Moon Dancesport
School of Dance

319 E. Lincoln Hwy.,  Exton, PA 19341
Located in the Exton East Shopping Center near the Exton Mall 

Email: info@dancebluemoon.com
Phone:  610-363-8679

 

 

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