Types of Classes

Preschool Classes

That’s Dancing is dedicated to making sure that our youngest dancers have fun. We teach proper technique while keeping an upbeat pace in all of our preschool classes. We strive to inspire the love of dance in all of our preschoolers. These classes are for 3-5 year olds (potty trained, please) and are 45 minutes long. Some 2 and ½ year olds are ready; you would be the best judge. The classes include a combination of tap, jazz, and ballet.

  • Any type of leotard and tights is acceptable

    No distracting jewelry

    Avoid wearing anything that may be distracting in class

  • Pink ballet shoes

    Black patent tap shoes

  • Please pull the hair off of the face

  • Gym type clothing

    Black ballet shoes

    Black oxford tap shoes

 

Recreational Classes

We offer many fun and challenging classes for our recreational students. These classes include tap, jazz, and ballet. Most classes are 1 to 1½ hour(s), but we do offer some that are longer for older, more advanced students. Recreational students will perform in our annual recital, as well as in our Christmas performances at local nursing homes.

  • Any color leotard and tights is acceptable

  • Pink ballet shoes

    Black patent or black lace up split-sole oxford tap shoes

  • Pulled away from the face, preferably in a bun

  • Gym type clothing

    Black ballet or jazz shoes

    Black oxford tap shoes

 

Competitive Classes

We have a strong yet fun competitive program at That’s Dancing. These classes are available for students who choose dance as their primary activity, have a strong desire to learn, grow and compete as a dancer, are willing to practice and dedicate more time to classes and who progress quickly. Our competitive students are required to take ballet classes.

We normally attend three competitions each spring. Costumes, shoes, and general requirements are greater for these classes. Students with interest in comptetive classes should make the instructor aware and the instructor will recommend a class or best course of action for the student.

  • Black leotard

    Light suntan tights

    Black booty shorts

    Black sports bra (if needed)

  • Pirouette shoes (canvas or leather)

    Black oxford split-sole tap shoes

    Pink split-sole canvas ballet shoes

  • Pulled back away from face, in a bun

 

Production Teams

That’s Dancing is very proud of our award-winning production teams. These fast-paced, high-energy classes are for our more advanced students of different age levels. Our Production Teams include our Mini Minis, Mini, Junior, Senior Prep, and Senior Tap Teams, a Jazz Production, a Ballet Production, and occasionally other productions.

These classes are formed through invitations or auditions. Please understand that we cannot possibly invite all students and we try to be fair about the invitation process. We love all of our students, but Production Teams are not appropriate for every student.

 

Solos, Duets, Trios

With over 275 students, it is impossible for us to accommodate the needs of every student who wishes to do a solo, duet, or trio. Therefore, we utilize a waiting list for these. These dances can be performed at competition or recital, not both. All solo, duet, and trio students must take regular technique classes throughout the summer and fall; no exceptions.

Students ask their instructor of choice to teach the routine. Together, the student, parent, and instructor determine the schedule. Classes are usually 30 minutes a week and are scheduled around our regular classes. Parents will pay the instructor directly; please ask for their rate, as they vary among teachers.