Classes

DancExplosion offers classes in 2's Dance Too, ballet, tap, jazz, clogging, hip hop, lyrical, contemporary, and yoga. We have adult classes in clogging, Yoga, and Zumba! We enforce limited class sizes which allow one-on-one attention and instruction. We also focus on age appropriate terminology and technique for each dance style.

NEW for 2010! Zumba classes!
Zumba® combines easy to follow dance steps based on Latin and other international moves and rhythms, including salsa, samba, merengue, cumbia, and African dance. The music and moves are so much fun that you will get a great workout without even realizing it! The class is open to all fitness levels and all levels of dance experience from none to professional! The music and moves are designed for adults of all ages and youth ages 15 and up. Enrollment is always open, and monthly preregistration is prorated each week. So preregister now at www.drzumba.com/preregistration and get ready for Fun Fitness!

Ballet/Tap

This combination class is designed for students 3-5 years old. At this age, children absorb so much, including rhythm. Special attention is given to this age because it is such an impressionable group. We do more than creative dance, we introduce students to basic terminology, the foundations of dance, and a "first love" of dance. We accomplish this by incorporating familiar songs, props, and imagination into the class. As a result, students build coordination and confidence, interact with peers, and have fun!

Ballet 

Ballet is identified by its graceful and flowing movements. Emphasis is put on building strength mostly in the lower body, particularly the legs, and the core. By strengthening the body, the dancer develops better posture and increases flexibility. Ballet class is recommended for every dancer. Ballet is the foundation upon which all other dance forms are based.

Tap

The name comes from the tapping sound made when metal plates on the dancer's shoes hit the floor. Tap dancers use syncopation and improvisation to produce lively performances.

Jazz

Jazz dance is a form commonly used in Broadway shows and movies. It is a more contemporary dance as compared to ballet. To excel in jazz dancing, the dancer needs to develop ballet techniques. Movements are big in jazz and there is usually an attitude conveyed to the audience.

Clogging

Clogging is a traditional type of percussive folk dance. At DancExplosion, you will recognize the Appalachian style of clogging as well as the contemporary style. In contemporary clogging, movements are high-energy and precise. (On a side note, clogging is the official state dance of North Carolina!) Clogging instruction is offered to ages 4 and up. 

Hip Hop

Hip hop is a street dance style that evolved out of the hip hop movement. You can identify hip hop dancing in many artists' music videos such as Justin Timberlake, Janet Jackson, etc.

Yoga

These classes are great for muscle toning and flexibility!  Our yoga instructor will guide you through warm-ups, stretches, and cool down.

Lyrical

Lyrical dance is a fusion of ballet and jazz techniques.  It challenges the dancer to use motion to interpret music and express emotion.  Dance and mean it!

Contemporary