Through dance, we believe each student can improve their overall physical condition while also experiencing the pure joy that accompanies movement.

First Steps
Children ages 2 and 3 explore basic rhythmic activities and locomotor skills using props and unique apparatuses. Designed for a parent and tot to attend together (siblings not enrolled in the class cannot be accommodated). Children at this level do not perform on stage. A visitor’s day presentation is planned for the last class of each session.

Creative Movement
Children ages 3 and 4 are taken on a fun-filled educational journey into the world of dance stimulating their imagination and introducing them to musicality, locomotor skills and group movement activities using bright visuals and a variety of music. Child participates without parent. Children at this level do not perform on stage but are acclimated to the performance process by presenting class work on visitor’s day on the last class of each session.

Preballet
A preparatory course designed for the young dancer ages 4 through 6. Students are introduced to classroom etiquette, basic floor and freestanding exercises, musicality, imagination, mastery of gross locomotor skills and patterning in choreography. This class is conducted in a friendly atmosphere of fun discipline and learning. Preballet may be taken in combination with Tap. Children at this level are invited to perform in Harford Ballet Company’s Spring Production.

Ballet
Classical Ballet training is offered to students ages 6 through adult. Class technique centers predominantly around the Russian Vagonova system. The course offers barre work, center floor work, flexibility and endurance exercises, choreographic challenges, musicality and terminology. Students at this level are invited to perform in Harford Ballet Company’s Spring Production.

Pointe Technique
Pointe is offered to students ages 12 through adult upon recommendation of the instructor. It is only offered to students enrolled in the academic program due to the strenuous physical demands on the body. Classical variations and original choreographic excerpts may be taught.

Jazz
Jazz dance improvises on basic, defined ballet movements. This popular contemporary dance form is taught from a traditional approach. Instruction to basic jazz positions, exercises, foundation steps, turns, jumps and isolations are taught while working with rhythm using popular and cultural music. Working with particular styles such as musical theatre/Broadway, hip hop/street, and lyrical are introduced after the basic technique is established. Students taking class in this dance form are invited to perform in Harford Ballet Company’s Spring Production.

Tap
Tap is considered a secondary dance form at DCM. Learning to focus on rhythm, sound and silence using a variety of musical selections is introduced at an early age. Basic instruction involves learning steps, hops, brushes and gradually proceeds to slaps, shuffles, cramp rolls, pullbacks, wings, etc… Students taking class in this dance form are invited to perform in Harford Ballet Company’s Spring Production.

Workshops
These are offered in shorter sessions or single days periodically throughout the year, some sponsored by the Harford Ballet Company. Workshop topics may include modern, adagio (partnering), composition, and social and cultural dance forms.

Private Coaching
Only for academic study students enrolled at DCM. Available by appointment in one-hour sessions. Contact the school office for scheduling and studio availability at 410-877-3281. At least 24 hours notice of cancellation must be given or student will be charged the rate of the lesson.

Birthday Parties
An enchanting experience for children 4 through 8 years. Costumes, stage make-up, and a performance centered around a theme. Available on Sundays or weekday mornings. Contact the school office for a brochure and scheduling at 410-877-3281.

Guest Faculty
In addition to DCM’s own gifted faculty, highly qualified instructors from Maryland and surrounding states will offer instruction in various dance forms. More complete biographies of guests are available upon request.

DANCE DISCOVERY Ages 3-5 yrs.

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
9:30- 11:30am, see dates below
Cost: $84 per session
Activities include: Dance, Theater, Crafts and Games

Dance Discovery for boys and girls ages 3- 5 introduces them to the enchanted world of dance and theater. This mini camp provides children with a variety of experiences including a daily dance class that stimulates their imagination and introduces them to basic musicality, loco motor skills and group movement activities. Activities are planned each week around a creative theme and incorporate the use of child friendly props and music. Crafts and games are also incorporated into each day’s agenda. Snack is included.

Choose one of the following sessions, or try them all for a summer filled with fun!

Session I July 7th, 8th and 9th
9:30- 11:30am
DISNEY PRINCESSES

Session II July 14th, 15th and 16th
9:30- 11:30am
LITTLE EINSTEIN’S

Session III July 21st, 22nd, and 23rd
9:30- 11:30am
BALLERINA BARBIE

Please bring an art smock or T- shirt for arts and crafts

DANCE DISCOVERY Ages 6- 9 yrs.

Monday- Friday
9:00- 11:30am, see dates below
Cost: $125 per session

Activities include Dance, Theater, Arts and Swimming

Dance Discovery for boys and girls ages 6- 9 is a week of focused dance in the disciplines of jazz, ballet, stretch and strength. This is a fun and focused experience that affords returning students the opportunity to refine their skills while all students have the chance to explore a variety of music. Each week’s dance curriculum is planned around a theme bringing a sense of drama and theater to the experience. Students will learn all aspects of putting on a dance production including choreography and making their own costume. Students are responsible to pack a snack. Swimming is part of the curriculum on Tuesday and Thursday, weather permitting.

Choose one of the following sessions, or try them all for a summer filled with fun!

Session I July 13th- 17th
9:00- 11:30am
MAGIC DISNEY DAYS

Session II July 20th- 24th
9:00- 11:30am
HANNAH MONTANA

SUMMER SAMPLERS

BALLET I/II: Ages 6- 10 yrs.

Classical ballet classes to maintain or increase strength, flexibility, musicality and terminology. The class will be centered around the Russian Vaganova system.

*Strongly encouraged for DCM Ballet Select students

Tuesdays 5:30- 6:30pm, June 23rd- July 28th
Cost: $84 for 6 weeks, $16 per class

JAZZ/ HIP- HOP: Ages 6- 10 yrs.

Jazz will encompass musical theater and basic technique skills. The Hip- Hop portion will focus on the popular dance form seen in music videos and on TV.

Thursdays 5:30- 6:30pm, June 25th- July 30th
Cost: $84 for 6 weeks, $16 per class

JAZZ III/ IV/ V: Ages 11- adult

An intermediate/ advanced jazz technique class. This is a popular contemporary dance form and teaches foundation steps, turns, jumps and isolations. Must be at jazz level III or higher at DCM or receive director approval.

Tuesdays 6:30- 7:30pm, June 23rd- July 25th
Cost: $84 for 6 weeks, $16 per class

HIP- HOP II: Ages 11- Adult

A high energy, high impact class exploring current styles of movement seen on TV and in music videos.

Thursdays 6:30- 7:30pm, June 25th- July 30th
Cost: $84 for 6 weeks, $16 per class

TAP IV/ V: Ages 11- adult

A tap class designed for the more advanced tap dancer. Students will focus on more advanced sounds and movements while refining the basics. Must be at tap level IV or higher at DCM or receive director approval.

Wednesdays 6:30- 7:30pm, June 22nd- July 27th
Cost: $84 for 6 weeks, $16 per class

DCM BALLET WORKSHOP

Ages 10- adult (with director approval)

These classes are designed to maintain strength and endurance and improve your technique. Strongly encouraged for pre- pointe/ pointe students.

Intermediate/ Advanced Ballet Technique

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
5:00- 6:30pm
6 weeks, June 23rd- July 30th
Cost: $378 for 6 weeks, $28 per class

For Intermediate and Advanced Ballet IIx, III, IV and V, highly recommended for students not attending an out of state program.