Starz Dance School

Ages 2 1/2 through 4 1/2

☆ Minis in Motion
Age 2½ by September 2023:

This inspiring and exciting class is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of dance. Boys and girls learn the basics of movement and rhythm as well as social skills. Age-appropriate material is presented to help children develop gross motor skills, self-expression, and self-confidence. Basic ballet terminology will be introduced as dancers embark on a special dance adventure weekly.

REQUIRED CLASS ATTIRE
Tights and Shoes: Pink tights, Pink ballet slippers
Leotard: Purple or Black studio leotard
Hair: Bun or ponytail
Boys: Black sweatpants or shorts, fitted black or white tee shirt, black ballet slippers. 

☆ Creative Motion I
Age 3 

 A wonderful introduction to dance for our youngest students. Fundamental ballet and tap exercises are taught, and basic motor skills and rhythm exercises are reinforced. Dancers are encouraged to explore the use of their creative minds in relation to movement.

REQUIRED CLASS ATTIRE
Tights and Shoes: Pink tights, Pink ballet slippers, tan tap shoes
Leotard: Purple/ Black studio leotard
Hair: Bun or ponytail
Boys: Black sweatpants or shorts, fitted black or white tee shirt, black ballet slippers. 


☆ Creative Motion II
Age 4 

An extension of Creative Motion I and the next step in your dancer’s development. This class will add jazz technique in addition to expanding on ballet and tap fundamentals. Gross motor skills continue to be taught, and fine motor skills are introduced, with plenty of opportunity for creative self-expression.

REQUIRED CLASS ATTIRE
Tights and Shoes: Pink tights, Pink ballet slippers, tan tap shoes
Leotard: Purple/ Black studio leotard
Hair: Bun or ponytail
Boys: Black sweatpants or shorts, fitted black or white tee shirt, black ballet slippers

Classes for Age 5 to Adult

☆ Acrobatics/Tumbling 
Acrobatic training teaches flexibility, balance, strength, muscle control, and above all, discipline and concentration. Basic tumbling skills such as cartwheels, walkovers, handsprings as well as more challenging tucks and aerials will be incorporated with strength training and conditioning.

REQUIRED CLASS ATTIRE
Shoes: Bare feet
Attire: Black leggings / shorts and studio tee shirt, black leotard, or tank top. 
Hair: Low ponytail
Boys: Black sweatpants or shorts, fitted black or white tee shirt.

 

☆ Ballet 
Classical yet vibrant, traditional yet evolving, the technical training of ballet is the basis and foundation of all dance movement. Ballet training is essential to all other dance styles, and develops strength, grace, poise, posture, and musicality. It is our belief and recommendation that ballet should be studied by every dancer at all ages and levels.

REQUIRED CLASS ATTIRE
Tights and Shoes: Pink tights, Pink ballet slippers (8+ Split Sole Ballet Shoes)
Leotard: Purple or Black  studio leotard, ballet skirt optional
Hair: Bun
Boys: Black sweatpants or shorts, fitted black or white tee shirt, black ballet slippers.

 

☆ Boys Only Hip Hop 
Dance is a great activity for BOTH boys and girls, but it’s important to give boys instruction that is tailored specifically for them to keep their interest and make it fun. The studio features Boys Only classes that teach hip-hop with macho moves and steps that boys enjoy. Boys who can dance are in demand at high school proms and dances, so now is the time to learn how to move! Register for our Boys Only classes and, with a little instruction and practice, you can become the star of the dance floor!

REQUIRED CLASS ATTIRE
Shoes: Black and white low top sneaker similar to Converse Chuck Taylor
Attire: Studio tee shirt, black sweatpants or basketball shorts. 

 

☆ Combination Classes 
Two styles of dance in one hour.

REQUIRED CLASS ATTIRE
Tights and Shoes: Tan tights, pink ballet slippers and tan tap shoes (Ballet/Tap), pink ballet slippers and tan jazz shoes (Ballet/Jazz), tan tap shoes and black and white sneakers (Tap/Hip Hop).
Attire: Purple/ Black studio leotard (Ballet/Tap and Ballet/Jazz). 
Studio Tee shirt, black leggings or dance shorts (Tap/Hip Hop). 
Hair: Bun or ponytail
Boys: Black sweatpants or shorts,  studio tee shirt, appropriate shoes for the style of class

☆ Contemporary 
Faster than ballet but slower than jazz, Contemporary teaches dancers to move their bodies in a variety of non-traditional ways as they find an emotional connection to the movement in addition to the physical movement. Dancers are strongly encouraged to attend a ballet class in addition to a contemporary class.

REQUIRED CLASS ATTIRE
Tights and Shoes: Tan footless or stirrup tights, Tan Leather BLOCH Eclipse SO609
Attire: Purple studio leotard or studio tee shirt, black leggings or dance shorts
Hair: Bun or ponytail. 

 

☆ Hip Hop:
A funky, contemporary form of jazz with a sharp, street-smart edge that will add another dimension to your level of performance. This high energy class will focus on musicality and style as well as the history and culture of hip hop dance.

REQUIRED CLASS ATTIRE
Shoes: Black and white low top sneaker similar to Converse Chuck Taylor
Attire: Studio tee shirt, black sweatpants, dance shorts or leggings.
Hair: Ponytail
Boys: Studio tee shirt, black sweatpants or basketball shorts.

☆ Pom Squad

 While dance performance based, this class incorporates the use of poms with an emphasis on formations and precision for a dynamic, hard-hitting style. Dancers will focus on upper body and core strength, turns, jumps, and acrobatics. Our new Pom Squad will have you ready for halftime in no time! 

REQUIRED CLASS ATTIRE
Shoes: Black and white low top sneaker similar to Converse Chuck Taylor
Attire: Studio tee shirt or tank top, black sweatpants, dance shorts or leggings.
Hair: Ponytail
Boys: Studio tee shirt, black sweatpants or basketball shorts.

☆ Jazz:
Jazz dance ranges in style from the excitement of funk to the bravura of Broadway. Jazz technique develops strength, coordination, and the controlled movement of each part of the body.

REQUIRED CLASS ATTIRE
Tights and Shoes: Tan tights, Tan jazz booties
Attire: Studio tee shirt or tank top, black leggings or dance shorts
Hair: Ponytail or bun

 

☆ Jazz / Funk:
A fun and funky take on jazz, incorporating street styles and hip hop with classic jazz.

REQUIRED CLASS ATTIRE
Tights and Shoes: Tan tights, Tan jazz booties
Attire: Studio tee shirt or tank top,  black leggings or dance shorts
Hair: Ponytail or bun.

 

☆ Lyrical
A beautiful blend of ballet technique, jazz rhythms, and modern style create dances that reflect the emotions and lyrics of today’s contemporary music. Lyrical dance encourages natural, spontaneous movement and personal interpretation.

REQUIRED CLASS ATTIRE
Tights and Shoes: Tan footless or stirrup tights, Tan Leather BLOCH Eclipse SO609
Attire: Studio tee shirt,  black leggings or dance shorts
Hair: Bun or ponytail

 

☆ Musical Theatre 
This dance style incorporates jazz technique, musicality and acting. Dancers will learn a variety of Broadway choreography from shows like West Side Story, Hairspray, and Annie, as well as the stylized technique of legendary theater choreographers. Singing or lip-syncing may also be included in the class.

REQUIRED CLASS ATTIRE
Tights and Shoes: Tights and Shoes: Tan tights, Tan jazz booties
Attire: Studio tee shirt, black leggings or dance shorts
Hair: Ponytail or bun


☆ Pointe

The technique of performing on pointe for classical and contemporary ballet. For advanced students with several years of ballet technique, upon recommendation of the instructor only. Students must be enrolled in a ballet class in addition to pointe.

REQUIRED CLASS ATTIRE
Tights and Shoes: Pink tights, pointe shoes
Leotard: Black leotard, ballet skirt optional
Hair: Bun

☆ Tap:
Tap works the ears as well as the feet. Rhythm skills are essential to building a solid dance education. Emphasis is placed on precision, speed, and clarity of sound with an upbeat and fun approach to rhythm and dance.

REQUIRED CLASS ATTIRE
Tights and Shoes age 5-7- Tan tights, tan Capezio style #3800 Velcro shoe or similar style
Tights and Shoes age 8 and up- Tan tights, tan lace up oxford style tap shoe
Attire: Studio tee shirt, black leggings or dance shorts
Hair: Ponytail or bun

☆ Technique, Jumps & Turns 
Take your dancing to the next level. This technique only class will reinforce the basics of balance, strength and placement while focusing on a variety of jumps and turn. (This class does not participate in our Spring Performance).

REQUIRED CLASS ATTIRE
Tights and Shoes: Tan tights, Tan jazz booties, 
Tan BLOCH Eclipse SO609
Attire: Studio tee shirt or black leotard, black leggings or dance shorts
Hair: Ponytail or bun

☆ STARZ IN MOTION DANCE COMPANY 
The companies at Starz In Motion Dance School provide an outlet for all of our aspiring young dancers to perform as much as possible. For complete information on company class schedules and requirements, go to the Dance Company tab on our website. 

Free Trial Classes

Starz Dance School offers a free trial class for new dancers. This will help you find the style, class and level that is right for you! We are thrilled that you are interested in our studio!

Email the studio at [email protected] requesting your free class. In your email, be sure to include your name, phone number, dancer’s name and age, and the styles of class you are interested in. We will contact you to set up the free trial class.

Starz Dance Company

The companies at Starz In Motion Dance School provide an outlet for all of our aspiring young dancers to perform as much as possible. Dance company members learn teamwork and commitment. They build confidence and learn to set (and reach) realistic goals. And they have great fun with great teachers and new friends, too!!!!

Starz In Motion Dance School offers opportunities for our dancers to participate in performing and competitive Dance Companies. An audition is required for participation in the companies.

The company was created with the goal of providing quality dance training focusing on technical excellence and performance skills. Dancers are required to attend specific classes for each company, will perform at several events (parades, festivals, etc.), and will participate in regional competitions/ conventions and every other year attend nationals. 

Company dancers are required to attend the classes that are specific to their group.
In addition they’re encouraged to enroll in additional classes. 

To schedule an audition, email the studio at [email protected]m

Schedule

Starz In Motion Dance School provides a wide variety of creative and challenging classes for ages 2½ to adult at levels from Beginner through Advanced.

  • Students are placed in class by ability and not by age alone or previous years’ experience.
  • Proper class placement is essential in the continual progress of students.
  • Starz In Motion Dance School reserves the right to make a final determination of each dancer’s level.
  • The insignia of the class is for identification only. The pace of each class is geared to the ability of the class as a whole.
  • To safeguard the physical development of each dancer, it is important that they attend class with students of similar abilities and experience. Please do not sacrifice correct class placement for carpools, other activities.
  • New students with prior experience should call the studio for proper class placement.
  • Although previous ballet training is not required for admission to our jazz, tap, lyrical and musical theatre classes, the technical training of ballet provides a strong foundation for all other dance forms. Students will enhance and improve their progress in other dance styles by attending a ballet class.

Summer Schedule

If you are unsure of your level or don’t see a class that works for your schedule, email us at [email protected] or call us at 

480-300-5620 to discuss options!

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2023-2024 Schedule

If you are unsure of your level or don’t see a class that works for your schedule, email us at [email protected] or call us at 

480-300-5620 to discuss options!

CLASSES BY AGE DAYTIME
Minis In Motion Ages 2-3Tuesday3:45-4:15pm
Minis In Motion Ages 2-3Saturday8:45-9:15am
Creative Motion I/II Ages 3-4Tuesday4:15-5:00pm
Mini Acrobatics Ages 3-5Thursday3:15-4:15pm
Creative Motion I/II Ages 3-5Saturday9:15-10:00am
Tumble Hop Ages 4-6Saturday9:15-10:00am
Hip Hop I Ages 5-7Monday4:00-4:45pm
Ballet I Ages 5-7Monday4:15-5:00pm
Jazz I/II Age 5-7Monday5:00-6:00pm
Tap/Ballet I Ages 5-7Tuesday5:00-6:00pm
Ballet/Jazz I Ages 5-7Wednesday5:15-6:15pm
Beginning Contemporary I Ages 5-7Wednesday6:15-7:15pm
Tap/Hip Hop I/II Ages 5-7Friday4:15-5:15pm
Ballet I/II Ages 5-7Friday5:15-6:15pm
Ballet/Tap I/II Ages 5-8Saturday10:00-11:00am
Pom Squad I/II 6-8Wednesday6:15-7:15pm
Lyrical I Ages 6-9Monday4:15-5:00pm
Acrobatics I Ages 6-18Tuesday4:00-5:00pm
Ballet II Ages 7-9Monday6:00-7:00pm
Boys Only Hip Hop I Ages -12Thursday4:30-5:30pm
Strength & Conditioning I/II Ages 7-12Friday 6:15-7:00pm
Ballet II Ages 8-10Tuesday5:15-6:15pm
Beginning/Intermediate Technique & Turns Ages 8-10Wednesday5:15-6:15pm
Jazz I/II Ages 8-11Wednesday4:15-5:15pm
Hip Hop I/II Ages 8-11Thursday5:30-6:30pm
Contemporary II Ages 8-11Wednesday7:15-8:15pm
Musical Theatre I/II Ages 8-12Tuesday7:15-8:15pm
Jazz I/II Ages 8-12Thursday7:30-8:30pm
Hip Hop II/III Ages II/IIISaturday10:00-11:00am
Jazz II/III Ages 8-12Saturday11:00-12:00pm
Ballet/Lyrical II/III Ages 8-12Saturday12:00-1:00pm
Acro/Tumbling II Ages 8-16Wednesday6:00-7:00pm
Tap I Ages 8-18Wednesday3:15-4:15pm
Breakdancing I/II Ages 8-18Saturday11:00-12:00pm
Pom Squad I/II Ages 9-11Wednesday7:15-8:15pm
Acrobatics I Ages 9-13Wednesday4:00-5:00pm
Ballet/Lyrical I/II Ages 9-14Thursday6:30-7:30pm
Tap II/III Ages 10-14Tuesday6:15-7:15pm
Improvisation/Choreography Ages 10+Wednesday8:15-9:00pm
Progressive Ballet Technique I Ages 11-14Wednesday8:15-9:00pm
Dance Team Prep. Ages 11-18Thursday5:30-6:30pm
Teen Contemporary Ages 11-18Thursday7:30-8:30pm
Teen Jazz I/II Ages 11+Monday7:00-8:00pm
Early Morning Yoga/Stretch Ages 14-18Thursday6:30-7:15am
Early Morning HIIT Ages 18+Tuesday6:30-7:30am
Early Morning HIIT Ages 18+Tuesday7:30-8:30am
Early Morning Yoga/Stretch Ages 18+Thursday7:15-8:00am
Early Morning Yoga/Stretch Ages 55+Thursday8:00-9:00am
CLASSES BY DAYDAYTIME
Hip Hop I Ages 5-7Monday 4:00-4:45pm
Jazz I/II Ages 5-7Monday5:00-6:00pm
Ballet II Ages 7-9Monday6:00-7:00pm
Teen Jazz I/II Ages 11+Monday7:00-8:00pm
Acrobatics I Ages 6-18Tuesday4:00-5:00pm
Creative Motion I/II Ages 3-4Tuesday4:15-5:00pm
Tap/Ballet I Ages 5-7Tuesday5:00-6:00pm
Ballet II Ages 8-10Tuesday5:15-6:15pm
Tap II/III Ages 10-14Tuesday6:15-7:15pm
Musical Theatre I/II Ages 8-12Tuesday7:15-8:15pm
Acrobatics I Ages 9-13Wednesday4:00-5:00pm
Jazz I/II Ages 8-11Wednesday4:15-5:15pm
Beginning/ Intermediate Technique & TurnsWednesday5:15-6:15pm
Ballet/Jazz I Ages 5-7Wednesday5:15-6:15pm
Acro/Tumbling II Ages 8-16Wednesday6:00-7:00pm
Pom Squad I/II Ages 9-11Wednesday7:15-8:15pm
Hip Hop I/II Ages 8-11Thursday5:30-6:30pm
Ballet/Lyrical I/II Ages 9-14Thursday6:30-7:30pm
Teen Contemporary Ages 11-18Thursday7:30-8:30pm
Tap/Hip Hop I/II Ages 5-7Friday4:15-5:15pm
Ballet I/II Ages 5-7Friday5:15-6:15pm
Strength & Conditioning I/II Ages 7-12Friday6:15-7:00pm
Minis in Motion Ages 2-3Saturday8:45-9:15am
Creative Motion I/II 3-5Saturday9:15-10:00am
Ballet/Tap I/II Ages 5-8Saturday10:00-11:00am
Jazz Funk I/II Ages 8-12Saturday11:00-12:00pm
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