Progressions Beginner Classes
Ages 6-10
Our progressions program is designed to continue or introduce a love of dance and music to ages 6+. This program is carefully crafted with both age and skill level in mind. Classes run on a 10 month calendar and students are highly encouraged to participate in our spring recital.
Progressions Program Includes:
Monthly In-Class Director/Student Evaluations
Monthly Technique & Skills Curriculum Overview
Take Home Exercise Suggestions
Minis Prep
Beginner Level 1
Ages 6-10 years or Grades 1st-4th
A perfect next step for young dancers! Minis Prep is designed for kids who love to dance but may not be ready for a full hour of one style. Classes are 55 minutes and split two styles of dance.
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Young dancers graduating from Pre-Dance or just starting out will love this class!! Minis Prep Ballet/Tap is designed for kids who love to dance but may not be ready for a full hour of one style. In this fun and supportive class, dancers will spend 25 minutes on ballet and 25 minutes on tap, building a strong foundation in both styles. With a focus on technique, terminology, and movement skills, this class keeps dancers engaged, confident, and excited to keep learning!
Mondays 5:05-6:00pm
$72/month per class
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A perfect next step for young dancers! Minis Prep Jazz/Hip Hop is designed for kids who love to dance but may not be ready for a full hour of one style. In this fun and supportive class, dancers will spend 25 minutes on jazz and 25 minutes on hip hop, building a strong foundation in both styles. With a focus on technique, terminology, and movement skills, this class keeps dancers engaged, confident, and excited to keep learning!
Wednesdays
5:05-6:00pm$72/month per class
Minis
Beginner Level 2
Ages 6-10 years or Grades 1st-4th
Classes are 50 minutes in length to maximize the attention span of this age group while reinforcing proper alignment and building movement vocabulary.
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Minis Ballet is perfect for those who have completed Minis Prep or our Pre-Dance program and are excited to focus on ballet in a more structured class. Dancers will refine their technique, improve body alignment, and build confidence as they progress beyond basic steps. With a mix of graceful movement and focused learning, this class helps dancers shine as they grow in their ballet journey!
Thursdays
4:15-5:05pm
$72/month per class
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High energy and full of fun! Minis Jazz is perfect for dancers who have completed Minis Prep or our Pre-Dance program and are ready to focus on jazz technique. This upbeat class builds strength, rhythm, and style while introducing sharp lines, kicks, leaps, and turns. With exciting choreography and dynamic movement, dancers will gain confidence, improve their technique, and develop their performance skills in a fun and supportive environment!
Tuesdays
4:15-5:05p.m.$72/month per class
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Groove, stomp, and shine! Minis Tap/Hip Hop is perfect for dancers who have completed Minis Prep or our Pre-Dance program and are ready to focus on rhythmic footwork and expressive street-style movement. This high-energy class splits 25 minutes of tap with 25 minutes of hip-hop, helping dancers build musicality, coordination, and confidence. With fun choreography and dynamic movement, this class keeps dancers engaged and excited to move!
Tuesdays
5:10-6:00p.$72/month per class
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Gymnastics for dancers! In this class dancers will work on the following skills/tricks as well as incorporating these skills into graceful acrobatic dance routines.
Handstand Variations, Bridge Variations, Rolls, Cartwheels (1 Arm Variation), Stands (Head, Chest, Elbow), Bridge Kick Over, Walk Overs + Across the Floor, Splits, Partner WorkThursdays
5:10-6:00p.m.$72/month per class
Intro to Dance (Juniors Prep)
Beginner Level 2/Intermediate Level 3
Ages 10-14 or Grades 5th-8th
Our Juniors Prep program is the perfect starting point for dancers ages 10-14 who are new to dance or looking to continue their development of skills in an unhurried and supportive environment.
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This class focuses on fundamental technique, coordination, and musicality in a fun and encouraging environment. Dancers will learn basic ballet positions, turns, leaps, and jazz combinations that enhance strength, flexibility, and confidence. Whether your child is stepping into the dance studio for the first time or refining their skills, Juniors Prep is a great way to develop grace, rhythm, and a love for movement!
Wednesdays
6:00-7:00pm$72/month per class
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A great introduction to "gymnastics for dancers," this beginner-level class teaches the fundamentals of Acro in a safe and supportive environment. Dancers will build strength, flexibility, and confidence as they learn foundational skills like cartwheels, bridges, needles, and more. With a focus on proper technique and injury prevention, this class is perfect for students ages 10+ who want to develop their acrobatic abilities while enhancing their overall dance skills. Whether your dancer is brand new to Acro or looking to refine their basics, Intro to Acro 101 is the perfect place to start!
Wednesdays
7:00-7:50pm$72/month per class
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Dancers looking for the "music video" or "LA/New York" experience will eat this class up! New combos taught each week in varying styles. Pushing dancers to learn at a faster pace and increasing their adaptability to new choreography. This is the class for dancers to really hone their performance skills! Truly best supported by ballet and/or jazz technique classes.
Mondays
6:55-7:35pm$67/month per class
Tempo Dance Studio is dedicated to empowering young people through high-quality dance education in a fun, safe, and inclusive environment.
Our dance programs introduce dancers to the athletic art form through an engaging approach, combining creative movement with an organized structure. We are committed to fostering an atmosphere that instills confidence and leadership skills while cultivating the potential of each student.
Our curriculum provides students with foundational knowledge, giving them an intimate understanding of dance that goes beyond simple dance steps.
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