Programs & Classes
Programs
DNA Dance Collective offers structured dance programs for all ages, from beginner foundations to competitive company training. Each pathway is designed to strengthen technique, build confidence, and give dancers clear opportunities to grow within a supportive studio environment.
The Collective
Our most competitive program comprised of dancers pushing themselves to the limits of their technique and artistry. Genres include jazz, contemporary, hip-hop and tap. Members participate in community performances, 2 regional competitions (advanced or elite level), 2 conventions and 1 national competition. We offer three levels: petite, pre-teen, and teen. Dancers will be placed in their appropriate category based on age, or talent.
Pre-Collective
An introduction to a competitive program designed for students who wish to embellish their technique in areas that promote style, consistency and movement quality. Genres include jazz, contemporary, and hip hop. Members participate in community performances, 1 regional competition (at the novice level), and are invited to join The Collective at conventions. This specific program will enable those to continue enhancing their craft, as well as challenge their artistry and performance qualities. This program is for those ages 11 and under only.
Foundations
A dance program focused on building students’ basic technical acumen across tap, jazz, lyrical/contemporary and hip-hop styles. This is a non-competitive and performance program. Dancers have opportunity to perform in two shows per year, one in December and one in June. Ages are split into the following groups: #foundations 1 – Ages 6-8 #foundations 2 – Ages 9-11 #foundations 3 – Ages 12+
Mini-Movers
An introduction to dance for our tiniest of artists. Ages 3.5 5. We ask that Kindergartners explore our #Foundations program. Genres include: ballet/tap combination, jazz, tap and hip-hop.
Classes
Our class lineup supports dancers at every stage—from tiny movers to teens sharpening their technique. With a mix of foundational, technical, and specialty classes, families can choose the options that best match their dancer’s age, goals, and interests, all within a supportive and well-structured studio setting.
Hip Hop Technique
A class geared towards understanding foundations of certain hip hop styles including but not limited to (popping, locking, animation, grooving and krump). This specific training model will help technique needed for The Collective competitive pieces. Baggy pants, shorts, sneakers.
Jazz Technique
A class structured to enhance a student’s technical acumen in select skills including but not limited to (turns, leaps, extensions, flexibility, movement quality and lines). This class has required items that will be used every week (see purchase list). Fitted clothing, half-soles or jazz shoes.
#DNACombo
Convention styled class where students learn a choreography combination every week in varying styles. This class will help improve choreography retention, execution and performance quality in small groups. Students are expected to bring ALL shoes to every class.
Ballet
A ballet class focused on providing ballet technique for competitive training for jazz and contemporary dancers. Work at the barre for flexibility, strength and lines will be complemented by center floor work. Pointe is not offered. Required to wear pink ballet shoes, leotard, and pink tights.
#DNAsolos
A space and time provided for individual students to rehearse their solo and duo/trio choreography with an instructor in a small group setting. Most likely the instructor is NOT your choreographer – this is a time for rehearsal, not cleaning and changing choreography.
Collective Rehearsals
Collective rehearsals are for reviewing and cleaning of competitive pieces. Multiple pieces will share the rehearsal time to maximize learning and performance objectives.
#Foundations (All Styles)
This class will focus on building students’ basic technical acumen across jazz, contemporary and hip-hop styles. This is a non-competitive class. Use age range on class schedule to find the appropriate fit. No required class uniform except in Ballet classes.
#MiniMovers
An introduction to dance for our tiniest of artists. We ask that Kindergartners explore our #Foundations program. Genres include: ballet/tap combination and hip-hop. Use age range on class schedule to find the appropriate fit.
Mommy & Me
A parent participation class that focuses on music, rhythm, coordination and play!
Stretch & Strength
A class focused on building the flexibility and strength required to be a successful dancer. Strongly suggested for members of our Jazz and Contemporary Collective groups.