Moving into these levels implies that a dancer is dedicated and has a strong sense of ballet alignment and stability on their standing leg. They should be able to maintain placement during the entire class. Each level usually takes two to three years to complete (when attending ballet 2-3X's a week). Stamina will be built while maintaining clean lines and placement. Dancers will also show greater independence in taking correction and applying it. Increased flexibility, ability to find balance, and consistent double pirouettes area mark of readiness to advance to the next level. In order to execute the skills required in the High School Program, it is recommended that students attend ballet two to three times a week at these levels.

Forevermore’s Pointe Program is a specialized opportunity for students to further their interests in Ballet and help them reach their full artistic potential. Admission into the Pointe Program is initiated by a recommendation from a Forevermore Instructor. Students must have previous ballet experience, and display talent and commitment to their training. Requires enrollment in Pointe Technique class and co-enrollment in two Ballet Technique classes per week.

Pointe is a specialized extension of ballet training where ballerinas dance on the tips of their toes in specially designed shoes. It was first incorporated in Classical Ballet to create an illusion of flight and mysticism for the ethereal creatures in story ballets; such as angels, ghosts, fairies, and other magical beings.

Jazz is the fire of contemporary dance! It utilizes techniques and movements inherent in Ballet and Modern Dance and spices it up with style and attitude designed to develop the expression of music through creative and fun choreography. These classes reflect many diverse styles of Jazz Dance ranging from Classical and Lyrical Jazz, Hip-Hop, and Musical Theatre Dance, while emphasizing the development of stage presence, alignment, and technique.

Tap is a form of dance developed in the 1900’s and has been a favorite for audiences and dancers alike. It’s like playing a musical instrument with your feet and once you get the rhythm in your body you can’t stop moving. Dancers produce different rhythms by making intricate sounds with flaps, shuffles, slaps, and scuffles. Proper tap terminology is taught while learning how to listen and reproduce various sounds and rhythmical patterns all while having a great time.

A group of dancers who serve as ambassadors in expos, community showcases and competitions. Audition only. Auditions are open to students age 9 and older and take place at the end of each school year. (Co-enrollment in Ballet and Jazz Technique required.)

A funky, fast-paced style of dance for Jazz Technique students.

Modern appeals to the creative, artistic soul in everyone because of its expressiveness and freedom of individuality. Students are introduced to elements of Horton, Graham, & Limon techniques and focus on movement from the inside out, encouraging use of breath, energy, and connection. A warm up of breath and energy work, followed by exercises that emphasize extension, release, weight, momentum, and force, culminate in long movement phrases and improvisation exercises that playfully explore movement possibilities. The goal is to develop strong, versatile dancers that can intelligently handle any dance style.

Our Musical Theatre Class is designed to help students become a Triple Threat -an actor who can sing, dance, and act. Perfect for students actors who love musicals and want to increase their chances of being cast in their school shows or community theatre productions. Sometimes an actor may feel confident in one or two of these areas, but less so in another -this class will help students develop their skills and build confidence in all areas of musical theatre performance. Students will study vocal techniques, learn choreography, and be given acting coaching while staging up to two Broadway musical theatre production numbers.

Learn how to safely and properly perform tricks and specialty leaps and turns used in competitive and commercial dance. Improve strength and flexibility through skills and drills. The 360 Total Dancer is a technique class for dancers looking to dig deeper and explore their potential. Dancers must be enrolled in Elementary or higher Ballet and/or Jazz to participate.