Dance Academy of Colchester

Dance Academy of Colchester
Located in the CVS Plaza at 119 South Main Street
Colchester, CT 06415 (2nd Floor/Rear of Building)
860-537-3888

860-537-3888

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Classes are available for everyone who loves to dance......all ages......all levels......adults & kids!

Million Dollar Babies ages 2-3
Creative Rhythm & Movement ages 4-5

New Classes Forming Now!
Call 537-3888 to Register.

Ballet A - F
Ages 6 - Adult

Student is placed according to her/his level. Focus on Ballet technique and development. Classes are influenced by the Vaganova (Russian) ballet technique. Students will progress through the curriculum, acquiring proficiency in the craft of ballet. Emphasis on proper placement, alignment, form and fun!
Creative Rhythm & Movement
Ages 4-5
A fun and interactive class focusing on rhythmic movement and coordination through the use of imagery and inspired play. Fundamentals of ballet are introduced. Great for pre-kindergarten and kindergarten!

Million $Dollar Babies
Ages 2-3
Parent and child can experience the world of dance together in this six-week workshop. Children will be introduced to dance through rhythmic games, basic dance vocabulary, and spacial awareness exercises. Musical rhythm and loco-motor movements are explored in a fun and interactive way.

Modern (Contemporary)
A grounded and exhilarating form of dance. Drum beats and bare feet! Classes are influenced by a wide range of movement techniques, including Graham, Cunningham, African, various cultural dances, as well as current artists.

Hip-Hop

Fun and fast paced. Classes will focus on learning the latest moves from the clubs and videos. Students can expect high energy and great music! A good way to get moving and enjoy dance. All contemporary music played in class will be edited for content.

Note: In order to protect the studio floor no street shoes are allowed. Hip-Hop sneakers are to be worn only for dance, not as street shoes. Thank you.

Jazz

The jazz of today combines contemporary moves with the great influences of Broadway dance. a dance vocabulary will be developed. Emphasis on technique and a wide range of music will be explored.
Jazz / Hip-Hop

Ccombination classes allow the dancer to develop a familiarity with dance terms while learning the latest moves from the clubs and videos.

Ballroom Dancing

Group Lessons: During each six-week session, instructor will focus on two specific types of dance. Types of dance may include, but not limited to, Cha-Cha, Rhumba, Salsa, Waltz, Swing, Tango, Foxtrot, Hustle, and more! No partner required. No experience required....just come and have fun! (The final class of each session will be a fun Ballroom party with refreshments.)
*Ballroom Footwear: Ballroom shoes are recommended and can be ordered through The Dance Academy of Colchester. Socks or specifically made dance footwear can also be worn. In order to protect the studio floor, please no street shoes or sneakers.

Cardio Latin Fusion
Cardio Lain Fusion fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms with easy-to-follow moves to create a fun aerobic workout that burns calories and energizes the body.  Great companion to Pilates to achieve overall body-toning and fitness.  (Light comfortable clothing and bare-feet or socks.)

Pilates w/ Body-Toning
(The Overall, body-Toning, Not just for Dancers Workout!)
The body of a dancer without all those hours of training! Includes Pilates, light weights, music, and fun! develop overall body toning while you strengthen core abdominal muscles. Get those long lean muscles you've always wanted. Bring your own mat and 2lb.or 3lb. weights for an extra arm-workout! (Light comfortable clothing and bare-feet or socks)

*Clothing: (Shoes, leotards, tights, etc. can be ordered through The Dance Academy of Colchester.

(Pilates & Zumba: barefeet or socks and comfortable light clothing.)



Girls....
Creative Rhythm & Movement: Pink tights, pink leotard, pink ballet slippers
Ballet A-F: Pink tights, black leotard, pink ballet slippers.
Jazz: Leotard, tights (or dance pants)
Modern: Solid colored leotard, footless or convertible tights.

Boys.....
All Classes: Black dance pants or dance shorts &white t-shirt or white tank-top. (black or white ballet slippers for ballet)

The Dance Academy of Colchester now offers Birthday Parties for all ages!
Call now to book your party.
Child does not need to be a registered student. 860-537-3888

Jazz The jazz of today combines contemporary moves with the great influences of Broadway dance. a dance vocabulary will be developed. Emphasis on technique and a wide range of music will be explored.	Jazz / Hip-Hop Ccombination classes allow the dancer to develop a familiarity with dance terms while learning the latest moves from the clubs and videos.
Ballroom Dancing Group Lessons: During each six-week session, instructor will focus on two specific types of dance. Types of dance may include, but not limited to, Cha-Cha, Rhumba, Salsa, Waltz, Swing, Tango, Foxtrot, Hustle, and more! No partner required. No experience required....just come and have fun! (The final class of each session will be a fun Ballroom party with refreshments.)	*Ballroom Footwear: Ballroom shoes are recommended and can be ordered through The Dance Academy of Colchester. Socks or specifically made dance footwear can also be worn. In order to protect the studio floor, please no street shoes or sneakers.
Cardio Latin Fusion Cardio Lain Fusion fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms with easy-to-follow moves to create a fun aerobic workout that burns calories and energizes the body. Great companion to Pilates to achieve overall body-toning and fitness. (Light comfortable clothing and bare-feet or socks.)	Pilates w/ Body-Toning (The Overall, body-Toning, Not just for Dancers Workout!) The body of a dancer without all those hours of training! Includes Pilates, light weights, music, and fun! develop overall body toning while you strengthen core abdominal muscles. Get those long lean muscles you've always wanted. Bring your own mat and 2lb.or 3lb. weights for an extra arm-workout! (Light comfortable clothing and bare-feet or socks)
Clothing: (Shoes, leotards, tights, etc. can be ordered through The Dance Academy of Colchester.* (Pilates & Zumba: barefeet or socks and comfortable light clothing.)	Girls.... Creative Rhythm & Movement: Pink tights, pink leotard, pink ballet slippers Ballet A-F: Pink tights, black leotard, pink ballet slippers. Jazz: Leotard, tights (or dance pants) Modern: Solid colored leotard, footless or convertible tights. Boys..... All Classes: Black dance pants or dance shorts &white t-shirt or white tank-top. (black or white ballet slippers for ballet)