7591 Mentor Ave Mentor, OH 44060

Contemporary

Our Contemporary & Lyrical classes blend fluid movement, expressive storytelling, and strong technique drawn from ballet, modern, and jazz styles. Dancers explore emotional connection, musical interpretation, and dynamic choreography that encourages creativity and individuality. This class helps build strength, flexibility, control, and artistry, making it a favorite for dancers who love to move with feeling and purpose. ----------------------------------------------------------------------
Dress Attire for Contemporary & Lyrical - Fitted dancewear such as a leotard with leggings, dance shorts, or a form-fitting tank top. - Footwear: Bare feet, half-sole lyrical shoes, or foot undies (as required by instructor). - Hair must be pulled back securely away from the face in a bun or ponytail. Avoid loose or baggy clothing that may restrict movement or cover alignment.

Beginning Jazz: Introduction to basic Jazz technique, with an emphasis on stylized movement.

Jazz 1: Strong foundation is built with emphasis on proper technique.

Jazz II: This class is designed for the intermediate student who has gained a strong technical foundation.

Jazz III: A challenging class for students who have excelled in Jazz.

Jazz IV-V: This is a professional style dance class for our most advanced Jazz students.

Broadway Jazz: Broadway Jazz is also known as “Theater Dance”.  Think of Bob Fosse, and “All that Jazz” to get an idea of this unique style of Jazz.  This class is different from other Jazz styles because it combines  fusion of ballet, jazz and modern.

Dress Attire: Students should wear leotards and Jazz shoes