In this imaginative movement class, students are introduced to the most basic of “dance steps”. Students develop gross motor and listening skills and increase their independence and confidence through our imaginative lessons and Storytime Dances, which bring together favorite pre-school stories with simple costumes and props.

This enchanting first ballet class encourages our young dancers to take their first real dance steps. Students will experience the magic of ballet through creative lessons and enchanting Fairytale Ballets, which bring together classic fairytales, exquisite costumes, and props for a unique ballet experience every week.

YPAS offers its’ students a thoughtfully designed syllabus based on the techniques of the Royal Academy of Dance. The Royal Academy system encourages our students to achieve their personal best in the understanding, appreciation and performance of classical ballet, through a balanced and progressive program of study. Students must be minimum class age by their first day of class.

This class is designed as a transition between Ballet des Enfants and YPAS. Each class incorporates lessons in classical ballet technique, including barre work, floor progressions and etiquette, with stories from the great classical ballets, imaginative improvisation and choreography.

This level of the RAD syllabus focuses on the basic exercises of classical ballet training. Focus, etiquette, and mastery of basic movement are emphasized. In addition to technique, students develop memory skills while learning basic combinations and improvisation.

This level of the RAD syllabus not only focuses on classical techniques, but on musicality and expression. In addition to further developing technique, students are introduced to character dances, a stylized representation of traditional Hungarian, Russian, and Polish folk dances.

These levels of RAD syllabus continue to develop the classical dancers training. Students refine their form and technique, while continuing to develop their technical vocabulary, placement, and execution. Variations and character dances based on original classical ballets develop the musicality and presence of the student.

For the dance student who is looking for an additional challenge! These fun filled classes introduce dancers to different movement styles and techniques with concentration on rhythm, coordination, and strength.