NLC Dance Company's Recreational Dance Programs are the perfect place for dancers to begin their journey within a positive, supportive space. We offer a wide range of classes for all ages and experience levels, allowing dancers to explore different styles, build confidence, and develop new skills!
At NLC, we believe every dancer should feel encouraged and valued. We focus on the personal growth, creativity, and development of every dancer who walks through our doors. NLC Dance Company strives to change the landscape of Recreational Dance training — with smaller class sizes, every dancer receives the attention, training, and experience they deserve. Each class is designed to help dancers feel confident, capable, and excited to come back each week!
We are proud to offer a range of programming for dancers of all ages — from 18 months to adult! Whether your child is stepping into the studio for the first time, exploring different dance styles, continuing to grow their skills, or if you're interested in joining us, we have a class designed for everyone!
Take a look at our programs below to find the right fit for your dancer!
(30-minute class)
Our creative movement class will be an introduction to young dancers to both ballet and jazz. Parents are welcome to sit in on this class and take it with their dancer. Dancer’s in this class will listen to fun songs where they will learn actions such as skipping, marching, and galloping, etc. This is where dance begins for our youngest dancers!
PRE-REQUISITE REQUIRED?
No, this class is a beginner-level class.
(45-minute class)
Our Kinder Ballet/Jazz Combo Class will be a continuation from our Creative Movement Class where dancers will add-on to their knowledge of ballet technique and begin learning the foundations of Jazz Dance. This class will focus on flexibility and introduction to the RAD Ballet Syllabus, as well as the Artistic Dance Educator’s Jazz Syllabus.
PRE-REQUISITE REQUIRED?
No, this class is a beginner-level class.
(45-minute class)
Our Kinder Jazz/Tap Class will be a continuation from our Creative Movement Class where dancers will add-on to their knowledge of jazz, as well as learn the basics of tap. Dancers in this class will begin to learn more intricate dance movements and techniques. This class is suitable for all levels of dancers. This class will follow the Artistic Dance Educator Jazz & Tap Syllabus.
PRE-REQUISITE REQUIRED?
No, this class is a beginner-level class.
(45-minute class)
Our Kinder Hip-Hop/Tumble Tot Class will be an introduction to the basics of hip-hop dance as well as basic tumble/acro foundation. This class will focus on finding rhythms, the “groove” of hip-hop and the basic understanding of safe ways to tumble with the assistance of teachers.
PRE-REQUISITE REQUIRED?
No, this class is a beginner-level class.
(45-minute class)
Our Kinder Acro class will be where dancers will begin and continue to develop their Acro Dance skills through the Acrobatic Arts Syllabus. Dancers in this class will begin learning more intricate ways of stretching as well as improving strength and flexibility through safe techniques. Dancers will begin learning the basics of: front & back walkovers, one handed cartwheels & balances.
PRE-REQUISITE REQUIRED?
No, this class is a beginner-level class.
(45-minute class)
Our 7 & Under Musical Theatre class will be an introduction to Musical Theatre Dance. This class is rooted in the diverse history of Broadway Musicals where techniques from ballet, tap and jazz are prominent. Dancers in this class will learn basic dance technique as well as a vast history of Broadway and will utilize acting components, such as; music interpretation and character development to combine both acting and dancing together.
PRE-REQUISITE REQUIRED?
No, this class is a beginner-level class.
(60-minute class)
Our Junior Acro/Hip-Hop Combo class will be a continuation from our Kinder Level classes where dancers will continue to focus on the Acrobatic Arts Syllabus for their Acro Skills. Skills focused on in this class will be: Cartwheels, 1-Handed Cartwheels, Front & Back Walkovers, Bridge from Standing & Balances. In our Hip-Hop portion of class, dancers will continue focusing on Hip-Hop ‘grooves’ and the basic understanding of rhythms through dance.
PRE-REQUISITE REQUIRED?
No, this class is a beginner-level class.
(45-minute class)
Our Junior Jazz/Tap Combo Class will continue to teach dancers the foundation of dance through proper technique, posture and a thorough understanding of one’s body and how it moves as both one-piece and individualized parts. Dancers will be studying the Artistic Dance Educator’s Jazz & Tap Syllabus.
PRE-REQUISITE REQUIRED?
No, this class is a beginner-level class.
(45-minute class)
Our 8+ Musical Theatre class will be a more in-depth look and understanding of Musical Theatre Dance. This class is rooted in the diverse history of Broadway Musicals where techniques from ballet, tap and jazz are prominent. Dancers in this class will learn basic/intermediate dance technique as well as a vast history of Broadway and will utilize acting components, such as; music interpretation and character development to combine both acting and dancing together.
PRE-REQUISITE REQUIRED?
No, this class is a beginner-level class.
(60-minute class)
Our Junior/Intermediate Acro will be a continuation from our Beginner Acro class and a continuation in the Acrobatic Arts syllabus. Dancers will continue to learn safe warm-up and stretching techniques when preparing for their tricks. Dancers will also continue their knowledge of their previous tricks learned in beginner acro as well as build on those tricks by learning other elements such as: split somersaults, cartwheels, 1-handed cartwheels, round-offs, handstands, elbow stands, chest stands, headstands, and possibly back/front walkovers.
PRE-REQUISITE REQUIRED?
Yes, Dancers who register for this class must have acro experience and understanding of basic acro techniques. Please reach out to us with any questions or concerns regarding your dancer's ability.
(60-minute class)
Our Pre-Teen/Teen Jazz/Lyrical Class will be a continuation of the Artistic Dance Educators jazz syllabus work. Working on both flexibility as well as more intricate center and traveling sequences. This class will also introduce older dancers to lyrical dance - a mix of jazz and ballet dance that focuses on story-telling and slower movements, with great attention to proper technique and placement.
PRE-REQUISITE REQUIRED?
No, this class is a beginner-level class.
(60-minute class)
Our Pre-Teen/Teen Ballet/Acro/Hip-Hop Class will be a combination of RAD Ballet Syllabus, Acrobatic Arts Acro Training & continuing in developing a deeper understanding of the roots of hip-hop & finding the ‘groove’ of hip-hop. This class will focus on the continuation of proper technique, stretching methods and dancers in this class will be required to memorize exercises from the RAD Syllabus. Our Acro portion of this class will focus on safe Acro Techniques through the Acrobatic Arts Syllabus. Dancers will learn safe warm-up and stretching techniques when preparing for their tricks. Dancers will begin their knowledge of basic acro skills such as: split somersaults, cartwheels, 1-handed cartwheels, round-offs, handstands, elbow stands, chest stands, headstands, and possibly back/front walkovers.
PRE-REQUISITE REQUIRED?
No, this class is a beginner-level class.