
Programs
DROP-IN CLASSES
Ages 16+
Drop in classes allow YOU to add more dance to your fast-paced life. We offer a variety of classes for beginner & intermediate adults who are looking to find a fun way to incorporate exercise into their lives. Drop-in classes offered:
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Adult Tap
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Stretch & Conditioning
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Variety Class
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Offered both in person & on ZOOM
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Different styles rotating weekly (Jazz, Lyrical & Contemporary)
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Find out which styles are happening each week on our schedule page
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RECREATIONAL
Ages 3 -19
Our Recreational program allows part-time dancers the freedom to take as many classes as desired without the commitment of competition. In these classes, students will focus on learning new skills and enjoying movement while still being held to the standards & structure of a competitive class. A year-end routine for each class will be performed at our annual recital.
Dancers aged 3-6 can take our "Tiny Dancers" class which will focus on learning basic movements from the foundations of ballet and Jazz or "Tiny Tappers" which will provide a fundamentals for tap dancing, or have fun in our "Tiny Hoppers" class learning all the new hip hop moves.
Students aged 7-19 may take classes in styles such as tap, jazz, acrobatics , hip hop, ballet, lyrical, contemporary, musical theatre and/or stretch and conditioning.
COMPETITIVE
Ages 6 - 19
Our Competitive program is geared towards students with a growing passion and dedication for dance. Competitive dancers will learn discipline, time management, sportsmanship and confidence when enrolling on our team. Competition is a substantial commitment and dancers will be expected to put the team before all other extra-curricular activities. Students are required to compete in two competitions annually (one local & one out of town) as well as the year end recital. Dancers will receive high-end technical training and creative choreography.
We are an inclusive team and have NO TRYOUTS for our competitive program although one year of previous dance experience is mandatory.
Tuition for Competitive members is an all inclusive rate which allows access to UNLIMITED classes (within their age range). Dancers may take as many classes as they please although the minimum required classes must be met.
Required Classes include:
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Ballet
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Stretch & Conditioning
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Technique
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Acro
Optional Styles include:
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Tap
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Jazz
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Contemporary
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Hip Hop
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Musical Theatre
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Lyrical
ADULT COMPETITIVE
Ages 20+
We believe dance is an all ages sport and provide the perfect opportunity for any new or past dancer to learn in a positive and safe space while preparing to compete as a team in competitions. Students are required to compete in two competitions annually (one local & one out of town) as well as the year end recital.
We are an inclusive team and have NO TRYOUTS for our competitive program although one year of previous dance experience is mandatory (drop-in classes taken at Devotion do count towards previous experience).
Tuition for Competitive members is an all inclusive rate which allows access to UNLIMITED classes (including drop in's). Dancers may take as many classes as they please although the minimum required classes must be met.
Required classes include:
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Adult Technique (1 hour)
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Comprised of stretching, down the room exercises, center and barre work
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Adult Combination (1 hour)
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Students will learn different pieces of choreography which will be used in competitive routines. Dancers will learn different styles of dance in this class but may choose which routines/styles they wish to compete in.
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Optional styles include:
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Lyrical
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Jazz
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Contemporary
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Ballet
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Tap
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Hip Hop
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Musical Theatre
Dancers have the option to compete in solos, duet/trios or small groups. Small groups are typically three separate routines in the styles of Lyrical, Jazz and Contemporary although other styles may be performed as groups if there is enough participants.
LOW MOBILITY CLASSES
Ages 6 to adult
We believe dance is not just for the young and flexible! We are devoted to getting all ages and mobility levels involved with the sport we are most passionate about. Providing the perfect opportunity for learning in a positive and safe space for anyone looking to incorporate more exercise and fun into their lives.
Our low mobility classes are instructed by the teacher from a wheelchair who may have an assistant available to demonstrate moves outside of the wheelchair for any participants able to stand.
These sessions use our drop-in class format and can be done in-person or virtually on zoom. Participants are more than welcome to stop by for a single class or purchase a membership to use throughout the year.