Performing Arts Studio
TECHNIQUE
Classes
At Set in Stone, our Technique Classes are designed to build strong, versatile, and confident dancers. Each class focuses on developing fundamental skills, clean lines, control, flexibility, and musicality. Whether your dancer is just starting their technique journey or ready for more advanced challenges, we offer structured progressions across styles and levels to ensure growth and artistry every step of the way. These classes do not participate in the end of year recital, and are mandatory for competitive team members. Classes are open to all dancers and placement is determined by evaluation or teacher recommendation.
Classes Offered
Contemporary Tech 1
A perfect entry point for dancers exploring contemporary movement! In Contemporary Tech 1, students will focus on foundational elements including floorwork, improvisation, transitions, and expressive quality. Dancers will build body awareness and emotional connection while learning to move fluidly and with intention.
Contemporary Tech 2
A fun and engaging class that introduces young dancers to two foundational styles of dance. Students will learn the grace and discipline of ballet while also exploring the rhythm and footwork of tap dance. This class is perfect for beginners, offering a balanced approach to both styles in one dynamic session that promotes coordination, musicality, and creativity.
Jazz Tech 1
This class introduces jazz technique fundamentals like isolations, across-the-floor combinations, and center exercises. Dancers will build strength, coordination, and musicality while learning the basics of classic and stylized jazz movement in a high-energy, supportive environment.
Jazz Tech 2
A continuation of Jazz Tech 1, this class is perfect for dancers ready to take their training to the next level. Emphasis is placed on proper execution, precision, stamina, and style. Dancers will explore various jazz styles—from Broadway to commercial jazz—while polishing their technique and performance quality.
Leaps & Turns Level 1
Level 1 focuses on laying a strong technical foundation in turning mechanics and basic jump execution. Dancers will work on spotting, alignment, and control while learning beginner pirouettes, chaine turns, jetés, and sautés. Perfect for dancers eager to strengthen their form and heighten their skills!
Leaps & Turns Level 2
For the dancer ready to refine and expand their leap and turn vocabulary. Level 2 introduces more advanced turn sequences (like fouettés and a la seconde turns), advanced leaps (switch leaps, turning jetés), and performance endurance drills. Dancers will be challenged to push their technical boundaries with confidence and artistry.
