Class Description

Classes on the Schedule that have an ® next to the class are only for the specific Competition team listed. All other classes are open to drop in students of that particular level of ability. 

 

Angel Babies-Performance team
This special program is taught in a nurturing environment designed to ignite a flame for dance in our “littlest angels” ages 2 ˝ - 4. The class is designed to teach students the basic motor skills (skipping, jumping, turning) beat and musical rhythm, flexibility skills, basic floor patterns, entry-level dance routines, and stage presence.


The Angel Babies will perform at least five times during the season to show adoring fans their progress in concepts of self-awareness, creative expression, self-confidence and teamwork!  They always steal the show at the Suns game!!  Performing Babies must attend two classes per week.

 

Performance Teams

Dancers who are on a performance team at Arizona Angels practice twice per week.  The teams are determined by age; Angel Babies 2-4, Bronze 5-7, Silver teams 8-12. Performance Teams do not compete, but they do perform a lot!  During the course of the season, Performance team members will perfect numerous routines! We love to share our talents at sporting events, charity events, schools, and of course Disneyland! 


Angels on performance teams will be exposed to a combination class format including; ballet technique, jazz floor work, hip hop, acrobatic skills and pom.  Many dancers are promoted to a competition team after only one year on a performance team.  Costuming is required for these teams.  Auditions / private evaluation are required for team placement. 

 

Ballet

Ballet is a classical form of dance that provides a strong, solid technical base for all other dance forms.  The class consists of barre, center floor, and progressions across the floor combinations and choreography.

Miss Lili is heading up our Ballet training, coming to us with years of experience from the Royal Ballet Academy of London. A special audition is required to participate in Miss Lili’s class.  Miss Drea, Miss Danielle and Miss Caitlyn and Miss Kiera are all amazing Ballet instructors as well. Ballet instruction is offered as part of the weekly curriculum for all competition team members, and as a segment of each combination class.

 

Jazz

This very popular, energetic, stylish dance form is derived from basic ballet movements and skills.  Our jazz classes incorporate; a through warm up, followed by technique, across the floor combinations and choreography. Competition dancers on a Jazz team will also rehearse their professionally choreographed routine during each class.

 

Lyrical

Lyrical dance is a highly emotional dance form that incorporates ballet and jazz movements to tell a story.  The choreography allows the freedom for each dancer to use their emotions and spirit to bring the piece to life. 

 

Hip Hop
This energy charged dance style has evolved from break dancing, free style, street dancing, urban and jazz into one of today most popular dance forms.  Hip- hop is so much fun!  We currently have five competitive hip- hop teams.  Combination classes incorporate hip- hop in each class, and Intro to hip- hop is also available.

 

 The following Classes are open to new students!  Drop In anytime!


Classes on the Schedule that have an ® next to the class are only for the specific Competition team listed. All other classes are open to drop in students. Please be advised that class size is limited to 25 dancers.  Dancers who have pre-registered have priority. Please check the “Open Class” grid on the website home page for appropriate levels. Normally dancers ages 5-7 are considers beginners, 8-10 are intermediate, and older dancers with years of experience, are Advanced Level.  We want everyone to feel comfortable in the classroom, so if you are not sure which level or class is best for you, we will advise you!

 

Angel Babies

This special program is taught in a nurturing environment designed to ignite a flame for dance in our “littlest angels” ages 2 ˝ - 4. The class is designed to teach students the basic motor skills (skipping, jumping, turning) beat and musical rhythm, flexibility skills, basic floor patterns, entry-level dance routines, and stage presence.

 

Extreme Stretch

To achieve extraordinary leaps, jumps, kicks, back bending, etc, it is imperative to isolate and concentrate on lengthening and strengthening each muscle group. Miss Amy teaches many of these classes offered on a daily basis.  The quickest way to increase your flexibility is to attend at least two stretch classes per week!

 

P/J Combo- Pom and Jazz Combo Class

This class is designed to training dancers to master skills including; high kicks, toe touches, sharp arm motions, pirouettes, leaps, and a variety of required technical skills.

 

Bar Method

This class incorporates Fitness skills with the Ballet Bar resulting in very toned and strong muscle needed to be a phenomenal dancer! Bar Method is taught by Danielle, who will absolutely challenge every participant!  Adults are invited to participate.  All levels of fitness are welcome.

 

Contemporary

Contemporary dance is a beautiful dance style that has certain principles. They are Centering, Alignment, Gravity, Breath, Contraction, Release, Fall and Recovery, Suspension, Balance and Off-Balance, Tension and Relaxation, Opposition and Emotion.  Mia Michaels is a master of this particular style of dance.

 

Power Yoga

This is a Yoga based class to upbeat music!  The emphasis is on increasing your flexibility and balance, while strengthening your muscles.  Beginners to advanced are welcome.

 

HS Pom Prep

We have included a High School Pom Preparation class, as so many of our Angels are trying-out and winning a place on their school team! In May, eight of our eight graders entering high school in the fall, made Varsity Pom at Chaparral, Xavier, and Saguaro!  Our specialized training will help you achieve the skills necessary to meet your goals!

 

 Open Hip-Hop
This is a beginning/Inter class for new students who are interested in learning the basic hip- hop moves and tricks!  Class members will learn routines that will wow their friends!

 

Leaps/Turns/Jumps- X Floor

The most fun part of doing any style of dance, are the tricks we incorporate into each routine!  Learning how to execute each skill with proper technique and style will make you a great performer!   Pirouettes, Center and Switch leaps, tilts, toe touches- and SO much more!

 

Dress Requirements “to feel like a dancer, you must look like one!”

 

For all Classes

*Hair must be pulled up and secured for all classes- ballet requires a bun.

*No t-shirts in class

*No jewelry

*Undergarments should not be visible.

*Please label all dance items with student’s name

 

 

Angel Babies

*A cute leotard and tights are recommended.  Babies will be more comfortable in clothing that fits to their body.  Ballet slippers are fine but not required. 

 

Open Drop In Classes

*You may wear any comfortable dancewear.  Please look appropriate.

 

Performance and Competition teams

* Appropriate dance wear in our team colors; red, black, white, grey, silver. Shoes are required for each style of dance.  Black leotards and pink tights for ballet/ pink split sole ballet slippers are recommended.  For Pom and Jazz, jazz shoes are recommended.  Please wear light soled hip- hop tennis shoes.  This helps prevent black marks on the dance floors.

 

 

Lyrical

*Any red, black, white or grey leotard and tights, jazz pants.  Foot thongs are recommended. For Extreme Stretch-sweatpants over the leotard is recommended.

 

Jazz

*Any red, black, white or grey leotard and jazz pants.  Jazz shoes or jazz boots are required.  Jazz pants and shorts (over tights) are allowed.

 

Hip Hop

*Any red, black, white, camouflage or grey dancewear.  Layering is convenient for competition teams.   Dance sneakers are recommended.