Creative Movement
Creative Movement classes combine stories and music to help students develop motor skills, rhythm, flexibility, coordination, and confidence. Students will be introduced to beginning ballet steps, terminology, and the basics of dance in a joyous atmosphere. Perfect for little ones who just can't keep still! Classes meet once a week for 30 minutes (Ages 3-5). We have designated certain classes for three year olds and early four year olds. We also have certain creative movement classes designated for older four year olds and five year olds. Please sign your child up for the appropriate age group as this will increase the learning and success of the class. Must be three years old by Sept. 6 in order to enroll for the calendar year of Sept. 2011-May 2012.

Foundational Ballet
Our beginning level, this class is designed to establish a basic foundation in ballet. Students develop muscular self-control, basic coordination and expression through beginning ballet steps. Through clear explanations of exercises and introducing ballet vocabulary in a simple, practical way, dancers will begin to build a solid foundation for a lifelong love of dance. Classes meet once a week for 1 hour (Ages 5-8)

Intermediate I
Body placement, flexibility, balance, alignment, strength and technique are just a few of the skills dancers will learn as they build a broader dance vocabulary. Class begins with work at the barre to build strength and coordination, followed by center exercises, culminating in a grand allegro combination. Classes meet for 1 hour and we recommend students come twice a week. Adding one additional dance class of either Jazz/Tap combo or Dance as Worship is recommended (Ages 8-12).

Intermediate II
Expanding on the Intermediate I level, Intermediate II students will advance their skills through more complicated barre and center exercises. At the discretion of the teacher, students may also start strengthening exercises to prepare for eventual pointe work. Classes meet for an hour and a half twice a week. Adding one additional dance class of either Jazz/Tap combo or Dance as Worship is recommended (Ages 10 and up).

Advanced
Students in Advanced Ballet must have a minimum of 2 years of dance training and be 11 years of age or older. Classes will focus on developing a solid, complete ballet technique with emphasis on understanding correct body placement, proper use of turn out, and fluid coordination of the upper body through port de bras. We recommend that those in the advanced level take at least three ballet classes per week (all an hour and a half in length) plus one additional class.

Pointe
Students that are placed on pointe will work in their pointe shoes during normal ballet class time. Placement on pointe is at the sole discretion of the Compass teacher. Students in the Intermediate II level and Advanced level may be considered for pointe if the teacher thinks the student is ready technically and physically.

Teen
Beginning students ages 13 and up are invited to take any of our Beginning Adult classes.

Jazz
Technique and a strong understanding of body placement and center are focal points of jazz class. An emphasis will be placed on explanation of terminology, warm-up, isolations, and center while including strengthening turns, jumps, flexibility, and technical execution. Classes meet once a week for 30 minutes as part of an hour long jazz/tap combo class. (Ages 5 and up).

Tap
Tap class will provide students with a strong understanding of basic tap foundation, terminology, timing and rhythm. An emphasis will be placed on explanation of terminology, precise tap sounds, coordination, and technical execution. Classes meet once a week for 30 minutes as part of an hour long jazz/tap combo class. (Ages 3-10).

Dance as Worship
Seeks to teach the heart of a true worshipper through dance while incorporating various genres of dance technique. With an excellent heart, this class will train up dancers to participate in God's call upon their lives, whether that be in the professional dance world, personal worship, or overseas in missionary endeavors worldwide. Classes meet once a week for 1 hour. (All ages).

Adult Dance as Worship
Offers adult s with or without dance experience to move physically in worship using basic ballet/modern contemporary movement and sign language. Partnered with grace and co-ordination, adults will be developed physically, emotionally and spiritually. Through the freedom of heart and mind, adults will find a greater understanding of spiritual warfare and worship through dance.

Ballroom
Learn the waltz, foxtrot, tango, swing, cha cha and more. Limited space. A partner is recommended. (Ages 10-Adult). Call for availability as classes are generally taught in four week sessions.

Hip-Hop
A fun energetic class for those looking to learn more about hip-hop and its different styles. The class will focus on hip hop technique including quick spins, isolation's and the mixture of sharp and fluid movements. Each class will conclude with an upbeat routine. This class is also great for beginners who want to improve on their skills. Class meets once a week for one hour. (Ages 13 and up)

R.I.P.P.E.D Fitness Class
R.I.P.P.E.D. is a "Plateau Proof Fitness Formula" that masterfully combines Resistance, Intervals, Power, Plyometrics, Endurance, and Nutrition. If you are looking to sculpt lean muscles, improve your cardio vascular performance, feel your energy and strength go through the roof, and have a blast doing it, this class is for you! Geared towards anyone ages 12 and up. Classes meet twice a week on Tuesday and Thursday morning from 8:45-9:45 a.m. Payment goes to the instructor and is $40/month or $10/class. Please contact Beth@nshapetraining.com if you want to sign up.