
CREATING DANCERS IS WHAT WE DO BEST.
What We Offer
Click on an age range to see our available classes. Class age requirements are based on dancer's age as of October 1st.
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TINY TOTS
This 30 minute class is an introduction to basic movement. It consists of ballet and tumbling and focuses on timing, coordination, and creativity. This class is designed with the youngest dancers in mind.
Girls Attire: Pink tights, leotard, tutu if desired
Boys Attire: Athletic t-shirt, athletic shorts or pants
Shoes: Leather ballet shoes (color recommendation: pink for girls, black for boys)
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TINY DANCERS
This is the perfect introductory class to dance. This class combines ballet, tap, and light acrobatics. It really gets the little ones moving. Dancers will learn coordination, develop rhythm, and promote creative expression.
Girls Attire: Pink tights, leotard, tutu if desired.
Boys Attire: Athletic t-shirt, athletic shorts or pants
Shoes: Leather ballet shoes (color recommendation: pink for girls, black for boys), tap shoes (color recommendation: white for girls, black for boys)
TINY TUMBLERS
This class will focus on tumbling, balance, agility, and coordination. Tumblers will begin working on flexibility and strength exercises. This class will not participate in recital.
Attire: Leotard or athletic clothing
Shoes: None. Dancers will go barefoot.
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TIPPY TOES & TAPPY FEET
This class is an extension from the tiny dancers program. It offers a combination of ballet and tap with light jazz and acrobatic techniques. Its purpose is to introduce students to different disciplines, which will guide them into the areas of dance they may wish to pursue. Dancers will perform either a ballet, jazz, or tap routine in our recital.
Girls Attire: Pink tights, leotard, tutu if desired.
Boys Attire: Athletic t-shirt, athletic shorts or pants
Shoes: Leather ballet shoes (color recommendation: pink for girls, black for boys), tap shoes (color recommendation: white for girls, black for boys)
BITTY BOPPERS & FLIP FLOPPERS
This class if for those high energy little ones that are always ready to show off their dance moves and who love to flip around. It combines the basics of hip hop (only age appropriate movement and music – we promise!) with basic acrobatic and tumbling skills. Dancers will perform one routine with a mixture of both styles in our spring recital.
Attire: Stylish, trendy attire or a leotard. No tights.
Shoes: Tennis shoes. Tumbling portion will be done barefoot.
KINDERGARTEN JAZZ
Stylistic class that focuses on technique, conditioning, musicality, and flexibility. In this popular class, students are taught upbeat routines to popular music.
Attire: Tight fitting dance attire, no t-shirts allowed
Shoes: slip-on jazz shoes (color recommendation: tan)
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BALLET
The classical form of dance. This class promotes a strong technical base for all other dance forms. Barre, center floor, and progression are all used to develop ballet technique.
Girls Attire: Pink tights, black leotard, ballet skirt if desired
Boys Attire: White t-shirt, black pants
Shoes: Split-sole ballet shoes (pink for girls, black for boys)
JAZZ
Stylistic class that focuses on technique, conditioning, musicality, and flexibility. In this popular class, students are taught upbeat routines to popular music.
Attire: Tight fitting dance attire, no t-shirts allowed
Shoes: slip-on jazz shoes (color recommendation: tan)
TAP
A fun, upbeat class that emphasizes rhythm, technique, footwork and timing through sound.
Attire: Tight fitting dance attire, no t-shirts allowed
Shoes: Oxford-style tap shoes (black oxford solid sole tap shoe for advanced classes)
ACROBATICS
A structured tumbling program that focuses on flexibility, strength, balance, and tumbling skills. Students must be enrolled in another discipline.
Attire: Tight fitting dance attire, no t-shirts allowed
Shoes: slip-on jazz shoes (color recommendation: tan) or barefoot
HIP HOP
A funky, fast-paced form of street dancing that combines cutting edge moves with age appropriate music and choreography.
Attire: Baggy t-shirt and baggy pants. No tight clothing or shorts.
Shoes: Clean tennis shoes or hip hop shoes
CONTEMPORARY
This fresh new class is based on emotion, interpretation, and musicality. It is a take from modern and lyrical techniques.
Attire: Comfortable dance attire, no t-shirts allowed
Shoes: Any jazz shoe, socks, or students can go barefoot
*We also offer Pre-Ponte & Pointe by invite and evaluation only.
OUR COMPANIES
Company Sidekicks
Director: Emily Davis
Sidekicks is our youngest performing company comprised of dancers ages 6 to 8. You will see our sidekicks perform and compete around the southeast! This is a fun, high energy group, working towards a goal of creating a love for dance and a strong, disciplined work ethic. Parent interest meeting will be held in the Spring. Contact Miss Anna for inquiries on financial requirements.
Requirements:
Attendance of two conventions/competitions
Master class requirements
Performances around the city
Performance at recital
Attendance of choreography intensive
Enrolled in jazz and ballet
Two years of previous dance training
Weekday rehearsals
Dance is your focus and priority!
Company Connection
Director: Emily Jenkins and Shelby Buchanan
Connection is a company comprised of dancers ages 9 and up. They represent Soles Dance Center in competitions and performances around the city and state. This group is a dedicated group of dancers, who love dance and love performing. Parent interest meeting will be in the fall. Contact Miss Anna for inquiries on financial requirements.
Requirements:
Attendance of two conventions/competitions
Master class requirements
Performances around the city
Performance at recital
Attendance of choreography intensive
Enrolled in jazz, ballet, and two electives
Two years of previous dance training
Sunday afternoon rehearsals
Dance is your focus and priority!
The Soles Company
Director: Anna Ward
Soles Company is our highest level competition group. It is comprised of dancers ages 8 and up. Our company represents Soles Dance Center in competitions and performances around the Southeast. This group requires our highest level of dedication, time, and financial commitment. This group is chosen by audition only.
Requirements:
Attendance of 3-4 conventions/competitions
Master class requirements
Performances around the city
Mandatory choreography intensives
Performance at recital
Attendance of choreography intensives
Enrolled in 4 classes (jazz and ballet are required)
Sunday afternoon rehearsals
Dance is your focus and priority!