Programs & Placement

Students are placed in class according to age and level of dance achievement. Transfer students with previous training will be reviewed and placed according to level structures of the Broadway Dance Academy. Students may be shifted to move appropriate class levels throughout the months of September and October upon teacher recommendation.

Recreational Programs:

Open to all students. Our recreational programs focus on fun, self-esteem and the simple joy found in movement. Students are encouraged to progress at their own pace in a stress free environment.
 

Dance Track:

For the less experienced student looking to explore the excitement of dance competition. No auditions are required. Class requirements are jazz, style & repertory class. No vacation rehearsals. Students participate in 2 competitions at the end of the season. Tuition includes 1 large group routine.
 

Pre-Professional / Competitive Programs:

The Broadway Dance Academy competitive program has been cited as one of the finest training grounds for young dancers in New England. Students are accepted into the program by audition or invitation only. Class programs are tightly structured, dress code is strictly enforced and attendance is monitored closely. The program is designed for serious dancers willing to aim for high achievement.
 

 

Course Descriptions:

Pre-School Creative Movement (Ages 3-5):

Invites young children to explore the excitement of dance through songs, imaginative game and expressive movement. Introduces basic rhythm, coordination and listening skills as well as pre-ballet and tap concepts.
 

Elementary Ballet & Tap I & II (Ages 5-7):

A lively class offering a strong foundation in the basic techniques of ballet & tap.
 

Elementary Jazz & Tap I & II (Ages 7-9):

Introduces pre-jazz concepts to youngsters set to today's popular music as well as a continuation of tap progression.
 

Ballet (Ages 7-Adult):

Ballet is the critical foundation for all forms of dance and helps build grace, control and poise through its discipline. Class consists of barre work, center technique and classical dance combinations. Students advance to Pointe work at directors recommendation.
 

Jazz (Ages 8-Adult):

Jazz is America's contribution to the dance world, having borrowed from modern, ballet, theatre, and street dance to emerge in the ever changing contemporary styles of today. Jazz students learn technique through isolation, bare and floor stretches, turns, jumps, and combinations. Intermediate/Advanced level students are encouraged to study ballet as well.
 

Hip Hop (Ages 8-Teen):

If you are inspired by the movements of MTV & VH-1, this is the class for you! You'll learn all of today's hottest moves in this high energy dance party set to the sounds of top 40!
 

Tap (Ages 8-Adults):

Rhythm is in, and tap has evolved from the stepping kicklines of the Rockettes into the urban sounds of Tap Dogs and Stomp - where any surface will do and rhythm is everywhere. Basic exercises and rhythm techniques are explored within varied musical styles.