Classes

Our goal is to provide an encouraging environment where a student will build self-esteem, teamwork, and leadership skills through world-class dance instruction.

Acro

Flexibility, Strength, Balancing, Limbering Tumbling and partnering. Acro technique is based on flexibility, contortion and strength. It is a beautiful fusion of classic dance technique, the precision and athleticism of acrobatic elements. Students who take acro become stronger, more flexible and fearless. SSOD follows the Acrobatic Arts Syllabus. (non-recital class)

Mini Acro is a performance class.

Attire

One-piece unitard, leotard, gymnastic attire or tight-fitting top and dance shorts or dance leggings. Please, no tee shirts or loose-fitting shorts for student's safety. Hair must be pulled back out of the face.

Ballet

The foundation of all dance, ballet builds a beautiful and healthy body. It instills grace, poise, and self discipline. We encourage taking ballet to compliment other dance classes.

Attire

Girls: pink ballet shoes

Ages 5-8 (minis): mulberry leotard

Ages 9-11 (juniors): marine leotard

Teens 12-18: black leotard and pink tights

Any dance skirt, hair secured away from the face, bun required for Ballet.

Boys: white t-shirt, black pants, and black ballet shoes.

Twinkle Babies DanceTM - Ages 2-3

A 30 minute introductory dance class containing ballet, tap and creative movement. Young dancers will learn the basic steps while learning how to follow direction and imitate movement in a positive environment. Engaging music is used to get these little guys inspired to dance. The use of props such as Twinkle bears and hula hoops, enables the young dancers to use their imagination, creativity and, most of all, have fun!

Attire

Soft Blue Sparkle tutu dress, pink tights, pink ballet shoes, black tap shoes

Boys: White T-shirt, black shorts or pants, ballet and tap shoes.

Twinkle Stars DanceTM - Ages 3-4 & 5-6

An age specific 45 minute class containing ballet, tap and jazz/creative movement. The purpose of the class is to introduce young dancers to the three styles of dance and inspire movement and creativity within a positive environment. Dancers will also learn basic steps and terminology inall three styles. For example, all dancers will learn what a “plie” is and how to demonstrate one. The use of fun, age appropriate music engages the young dancers’ minds and bodies. The use of props such as hula hoops for the “freeze dance” makes the end of class the most fun!

Placement Notes: Twinkle Stars DanceTM (3-4) students must be at least 3 by the time class starts. (5-6) must be at least 5 by the time class starts.

Attire

Ages 3-4: Princess Pink Sparkle tutu dress

Ages 4-5: Lilac Sparkle tutu dress

Ages 5-6: mulberry leotard

Any dance skirt, pink tights, pink ballet shoes, black tap shoes.

Boys: White T-shirt, black shorts or pants, ballet and tap shoes.

Acro Dance

Choreography with acro skills incorporated in dance. Acro class is required to take Acro Dance. Dancers must first learn the skills. Acro Dance is a performance class in the Holiday and Spring Show.

Attire

Ages 5-8 (minis): mulberry leotard

Ages 9-11: marine leotard (juniors) barefoot

Contemporary

A blend of graceful ballet with jazz moves set to slower ballads. Class increases strength and flexibility as movement is slower and controlled. A solid training in ballet is recommended.

Attire

Girls: unitard or leotard with leggings or dance shorts – bare feet or foot undies, whichever you prefer.

Boys: comfortable athletic wear, bare feet or foot undies, whichever you prefer.

Show StarsTM Hip Hop - Mini & Junior

Show StarsTM Hip Hop provides a structured method of learning various Hip Hop dance movements in a fun­filled and vibrant class environment. From R&B and House to Club and Pop, Hip Hop classes utilize upbeat music from various genres, in addition to the latest Hip Hop hits. The resulting outcome is an energetic class that not only teaches you Hip Hop movements and technique, but also instills rhythm and precision in your muscle memory.

Attire

Comfortable, movable athletic wear, or leotard with shorts, or dance pants. Clean tennis shoes or split-sole dance sneakers.

Dance Technique

This class consists of stretch & strengthening, leaps & turns, and jazz technique. These disciplines are crucial for any dancer who wishes to excel in any style.

Attire

Leotard, dance pants or shorts, jazz shoes. (non-recital class)

Pre Pointe/Pointe

Pointe education is offered for advanced students who have progressed to the strength level required. A strong Ballet foundation and cultivated technical ability is required for all Pointe students.

SSOD Faculty approval required.

Show StarsTM Jazz - Mini, Junior & Teen

Our jazz and dance theater classes incorporate many styles like Broadway, Contemporary, L.A. Commercial, and more! Many drill teams and cheerleading squads perform jazz and students simply love it.

Attire

Girls: ages 5-8 (minis) mulberry leotard

Ages 9-11 (juniors): marine leotard

Teens 12-18: black leotard

Tan jazz shoes, leotard, shorts, fitted capris or dance pants.

Boys: comfortable athletic wear black jazz shoes.

Show StarsTM Lyrical - Mini, Junior & Teen

Show StarsTM Lyrical is a fusion of ballet with jazz and contemporary dance techniques. Lyrical dancing is performed to music with lyrics to inspire movements to express strong emotions. Lyrical dancing focuses on the dancers' individual approach and expressiveness than the precision of the their movements.

Attire

Ages 5-8 (minis): mulberry leotard

Ages 9-11 (juniors): marine leotard

Teens 12-18: black leotard

Fitted any dance skirt. Sole shields.

Musical Theater 5-8, 9-11 & 12-18

This class is a form of theatrical performance that combines songs, acting and dance with a Jazz basis. The story, movement, and technical aspects of the entertainment as an integrated whole. 

Attire

Girls: leotard, dance pants or shorts, or dance attire, tan jazz shoes.

Boys: athletic wear, black jazz shoes.

Tap

Tap is the fastest way to develop coordination and instill rhythm. It brings great satisfaction for children with high energy levels. Tap teaches a sense of tempo, timing and counting.

Attire

Girls: black tap shoes

Ages 5-8 (minis): mulberry leotard

Ages 9-11 (juniors): marine leotard

Teens 12-18: black leotard

Dance skirt, or dance pants. Hair secured away from the face.

Boys: comfortable athletic wear black tap shoes

Cheer

Motions, jumps, stunting and pom routines. Come work on your flexibility, motion technique, and improve your sharpness in pom dances. Come have fun with us and improve your skills. Poms will need to be purchased and will be used for performances.

Attire

Comfortable athletic wear, white cheer shoes.