Creative movement, preprimary & primary classes
Creative Movement (ages 2 ½ -3), PrePrimary (ages 3-4), and Primary (ages 5-6) classes are based on positive reinforcement in a nurturing atmosphere. Lessons are designed to develop music and rhythm awareness. Children participate in creative movement and singing games as their warm-up activities, followed by an energetic approach to basic ballet and tap exercises. Classes focus on teaching hand-eye coordination and body awareness. Basic ballet positions and movements, basic tap steps, and French ballet terminology are taught at this level with emphasis on creativity and imaginative learning.
jazz
Jazz has become one of the most popular dance styles in recent years due to its popularity on television, videos, movies, and commercials. This dance style consists of unique movements, footwork, leaps and turns. With its background in ballet movements, jazz encourages grace and balance while showcasing energy and originality.
hip-hop
Hip-Hop is a derision of jazz dance, with a “street attitude.” While not as structured as classical ballet or jazz, it combines a funky, modern urban-style street dance with free-flowing, rhythmic motions. Power & Grace teaches Hip-Hop in a “family-oriented” style and environment.
Ballet
Based on the Cecchetti method, Power & Grace instructors stress a specific step-by-step approach to classical ballet training. The Cecchetti method has been widely recognized as the most injury-free and adaptive ballet style, providing the dancer with skills that can be used in any ballet setting. Christy Holden is the only Cecchetti instructor certified by the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dance in the state. Our ballet students have been accepted into several national dance programs including the American Ballet Theatre and The Joffrey Ballet and received scholarship opportunities at various colleges and universities.
tap
Fun and entertaining, tap is a dance form for all ages. Basic steps, such as shuffle, ball change, etc., are combined to form rhythmic movements and fast-paced choreography as the dancer progresses. Beginning classes start with basic tap steps and combinations. Tap shoes are required for all tap classes.
dance line
Danceline classes stress teamwork for participating students. Basic jazz movements and combinations, as well as kickline exercises, are taught in a dance team approach. This is an excellent class to improve your skills for school danceline teams, or prepare for Power & Grace’s own Danceline Team.
precompany I and II
PreCompany I and II is designed for children, approximately 6 to 9 years old, who show rhythmic and musical abilities and a heightened interest and dance. Super Primary students attend classes twice weekly and receive training in ballet, tap and jazz.
Danceline Team
Danceline Team is designed for dancers trained in danceline/jazz who are interested in local and regional competitions and performances. These dancers must be at least 13 years old, have previous dance experience, and attend team classes twice each week, plus additional rehearsals as needed. Training stresses precision teamwork and includes basic ballet, jazz combinations, and kick technique, along with flexibility classes.
jazz ensemble
Jazz Ensemble is designed for young dancers, approximately ages 8 & up, who are interested in dance team training and competitions. Students attend one weekly team class, which includes basic ballet, jazz and dance team training, plus an additional weekly class of the dancer’s choice. Team members compete in a least one regional competition per year.
River Cities Dance Company
A combinations of groups of talented young dancers, ranging from the intermediate to the advanced and pre-professional levels, all members of River Cities Dance Company train at Power & Grace School of Performing Arts under the direction of Christy Holden. Acceptance into the Company provides the serious dance student with intensive training and performing experience plus opportunities to work with internationally known teachers and choreographers.
River Cities Dance Company is the resident dance company of Power and Grace School of Performing Arts. Christy Posey Holden serves as the artistic director of the dance company and all company members train locally at Power & Grace. Auditions are held each spring for membership in this strenuous and disciplined program. Training includes classical ballet, jazz, tap, modern, lyrical and hip-hop. Senior and Junior Company members are also instructed in classical pointe using the Cecchetti ballet method which reduces injuries and allows adaptability when auditioning for different choreography styles.
Starlets is designed for children, generally ages 7 to 10, who show apparent dance ability and are musically inclined. These children are usually selected by their dance instructors, or audition, to participate in this program. They attend classes twice weekly for training in ballet, tap and jazz. Starlets may perform in some local venues and participate in regional competitions.
Stars is a program designed for dancers, approximately ages 8 to 12, who are ready for the next level. These dancers are quickly developing their technical ability and becoming quite disciplined. They usually study 3 to 5 hours per week, training in ballet, tap and jazz. Stars perform in local venues and participate in regional competitions.
Junior Company, approximately ages 11 and up, begins pointe training, and intensifies the study of classical ballet, jazz, tap, and modern dance. At this level the students are able to broaden their knowledge as a dancer and as a performer. Dancing as a team member becomes a vital part of the 5 to 8 hours of weekly training that these students receive.
Senior Company, approximately ages 14 and up, trains 8 to 12 hours per week in a pre-professional environment. These dancers are aware of their own potential, and are dedicated to the art of dance. Pointe and classical ballet are studied intensely, as well as progressive training in jazz, modern dance, and tap. Dancers in Senior Company exhibit an extraordinary commitment to dance and make classes and rehearsals a priority.
