His Feet Dance
Class Descriptions

As a recreational dance studio, we have a gentle, encouraging approach to teaching, but we also focus on technique and proper form in all areas of dance. We strive to give the first fruits of our talents to worshiping God with our whole selves and to show the world His truth and goodness through beauty.

Our curriculum is based on the Cecchetti method for classical ballet. Beginners and experienced dancers will be placed as well as we are able and will be asked to give their very best in class and to show sportsmanship to their classmates no matter where they are placed, as though their classmates were Christ. Please Contact Miss Carissa if you are unsure about the placement for your student.

Please note that where multiple classes are listed (e.g. Ballet and Lyrical), enrollment in both or all is not necessary. We simply list all the classes offered at a given level.

Please also note that for the Christmas recital, only lyrical and contemporary classes, along with Ballet 1, perform. For the Spring recital, every registered student has the chance to perform.

Baby Ballet

This class is for our littlest dancers, and its syllabus was designed by our founder, Hannah Manwiller. Designed for ages 2 and 3, this class focuses on creative movement, complete with props and fun music.

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Class offerings in this level:
Baby Ballet: 30 minute class
Baby Tap: 30 minute class


Level 1 (Cecchetti Primary 1)

This level is designed for the young beginner dancer, ages 3-6. Focus will be on learning basic terms, simple beginning movements, and proper technique and stretches. We model our curriculum on Cecchetti Primary 1.

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Class offerings in this level:
Ballet: 45 minute class
Tap: 30 minute class

Level 2b (Cecchetti Primary 2)

This level is designed for the older beginner, ages 6-8. Students will begin learning ballet barre technique, intermediate movements, and a broader terminology vocabulary. We model our ballet curriculum on Cecchetti Primary 2.

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Class offerings in this level:
Ballet: 45 minute class
Lyrical: 30 minute class
Tap: 45 minute class

Level 2a (Cecchetti Primary 3)

This level is designed for the young intermediate dancer, ages 6-8. Students will continue technique, intermediate movements, and a broader terminology vocabulary. We model our ballet curriculum on Cecchetti Primary 3.

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Class offerings in this level:
Ballet: 45 minute class
Lyrical: 30 minute class
Tap: 45 minute class

Level 3b (Cecchetti Grade 1)

This level is designed for the pre-/teen beginner or returning student ages 9-13. Students will continue strengthening, conditioning, and technique exercises. More advanced movements and terminology will be added to the students' repertoire. Students may be asked to remain in this level for more than 2 years. We model our ballet curriculum on Cecchetti Grade 1.

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Class offerings in this level:
Ballet: 45 minute class
Pre-Pointe: 30 minute class
Lyrical: 45 minute class
Tap: 45 minute class

Level 3a (Cecchetti Grade 2)

This level is designed for the younger teen with at least 1 year previous dance experience who is serious about training and is ready to prepare for the leap into Level 4. Students admitted to this class may be eligible for pointe, and those who are not are invited to join the pointe students for stretching and strengthening exercises. We model our ballet curriculum on Cecchetti Grade 2.

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Class offerings in this level:
Ballet: 45 minute class
Pre-Pointe: 30 minute class
Lyrical: 45 minute class
Tap: 45 minute class

Level 4b (Cecchetti Grade 3)

This level is designed for the teen beginner or returning student ages 13-15. Students will continue strengthening, conditioning, and technique exercises. Advanced movements and terminology will be added to the students' repertoire. Students may be asked to remain in this level for more than 2 years. We model our ballet curriculum on Cecchetti Grade 3.

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Class offerings in this level:
Ballet: 1 hour class
Pointe Technique: 30 minute class
Pointe Performance Choreography: 45 minute class
Lyrical/Contemporary: 45 minute class
Tap: 1 hour class

Level 4a (Cecchetti Grade 4)

This level is for serious students ages 13-15 with at least 1 solid year of previous dance experience. Students will focus on comprehension, more advanced steps, and proper ballet placement. A desire to progress in class and a serious focus must be displayed to remain in this level. Students are encouraged (but not required) to start en pointe. We model our ballet curriculum on Cecchetti Grade 4.

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Class offerings in this level:
Ballet: 1 hour class
Pointe Technique: 30 minute class
Pointe Performance Choreography: 45 minute class
Lyrical/Contemporary: 45 minute class
Tap: 1 hour class

Pre-Professional (Grade 5) (Level 5)

Not only is Level 5 the most technically advanced of all our class levels, it is also the most intensely ministry-focused. Two years prior training, diligent focus, and above all a heart that desires to worship are prerequisites for this class. Our curriculum is modeled on the pre-professional Cecchetti Grade 5.

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Class offerings in this level:
Ballet: 1 hour 15 minute class
Pointe Technique: 30 minute class
Pointe Performance Choreography: 45 minute class
Lyrical/Contemporary: 1 hour class
Tap: 1 hour class

Adult Ballet

Adult Ballet has offerings for beginners or advanced adults alike. In beginner classes, our focus will be on beginning movements, coordination, gentle stretches, and basic terminology. We will cover barre, center, and progression exercises. In intermediate classes, we advance to quicker combinations, broaden both terminology and repertoire, and learn more advanced choreography. We model our curriculum on Cecchetti Grades 1-3.

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Class offerings in this level:
Beginner Ballet: 45 minute class
Intermediate Ballet: 45 minute class
Tap: 1 hour class
English Country Dancing
Jane Austen did it and so can you--yes, actually. This class dabbles not only in modern country dancing but also in its historic beginnings, including cotillions and quadrilles.

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1 hour class

Aerobics

Aerobics is a fun, exhilarating, heart-pumping workout to uplifting music. Aimed specifically at older children and adults, this class is a perfect way to increase your stamina and endurance and keep your heart healthy.

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45 minute class