Early Years
Lake Forest Dance Academy is a member of the National Dance Education Organization and as such employs and implements the set of standards developed by the organization . These standards provide a continuum of learning and teaching dance for infants through professionals . The Standards for Dance in Early Childhood are based on neurological development , motor development , social development , and cognitive development as well as artistic learning . We base our program for infants through six years of age on these guidelines of what children should know and be able to do in the arts-making processes of performing , responding to , and interconnecting dance .
Tiny Tots ( 2Y by 9 / 1 ): Tiny Tots Dance is interactive movement , dance games and wonderful music making this a perfect introduction to dance class . Nannies , daycare givers , moms and dads participate with their child in this fun class .
Tippy Toes captivates children and their love of movement in a wonderful exploratory dance course . Children must be three years old by 9 / 1 .
Ballet Jazz Combo will introduce both new dancers and previously Preschool level dancers to the style of jazz and the structure of the Graded Level classes .
Ballet Tap Combo provides a technical foundation for the beginning tap dancer with a focus on the sounds that make up various tap steps . Students will develop an understanding of rhythm and musical skills . They will learn basic tap steps such as shuffles , flaps , and paradiddles through a variety of center , across the floor exercises , and choreographed combinations .
Pre Hip Hop is for children who love music videos and can ’ t stop moving to the beat ! Children must be four years old by 9 / 1 .
Lunch Connection - Pack a lunch and twirl your way to dance class ! Our staff will supervise your little dancers as they enjoy their lunch before and / or after dance class .
Adult
Our Adult program offers classes suited to the beginner wanting to explore the world of movement as well as the experienced dancer wanting to get back into class . Our instructors teach flexible material suited to the needs and abilities of the participants .
• Intermediate Adult Ballet is for adults ages 18-60 years old with previous ballet experience .
• Adult Tap will provide a foundation in basic vocabulary of tap steps and terminology .
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