Walker’s Dance offers classes in a variety of disciplines including: Creative Dance for Toddlers, Ballet, Pointe, Variations, Modern, Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Musical Theatre, and Tap. We welcome dancers of all levels of ability.
Competitive Dance
In addition to our class program, Walker’s is proud to be represented by an award-winning Competitive Dance Troupe, which has enjoyed many successes both regionally and nationally. Our dancers experience the innumerable benefits of working with various choreographers and within several dance disciplines thus promoting versatility and the ability to work individually and as a team. Our Dance Troupe members gain important performance skills and exposure to the diverse facets of the dance world.
Dance Troupe members commit to an intense dance class and rehearsal schedule. Choreography is set late summer and the regional competition season runs January thru early May. Nationals are typically late June or early July.
Ballet
Ages 6 to 18
Ballet is the foundation of all dance training. In this class we focus on placement, the correct use of turn out and coordination. The class starts out at the ballet barre followed by center work and across the floor progressions.
Jazz | Musical Theater | Hip Hop
Ages 5 to 18
Jazz combines the styles of ballet and modern and current popular styles. The class starts with a warm-up that incorporates isolations, stretching and strengthening. The class then works on progressions across the floor were we focus on combining phrases. Classes often end with a dance combination. Students will gain confidence, coordination and endurance.
TAP
Ages 5 to 18
Tap class is all about rhythm. The class focuses on musicality, timing, coordination, and the speed of movement. The rhythmic and complex sequencing are very good for memory and overall brain health.
Modern | Contemporary
Ages 8 to 18
Modern classes focus suspension and release, fall and recovery, the use of momentum and connecting breath with movement. Dancers will explore new ways of moving in combinations, floor work and also in various methods of improvisation.
Creative Dance
Ages 2.5 to 5
In our creative dance class students learn basic locomotive, coordination, and foundational ballet principals. We focus on exploring our imagination, self expression, connection to music, and making friends! These skills are all essential in the healthy emotional development of young children.
Dedicated to the Art of Dance
For more than forty three years, Walker’s Dance has been dedicated to providing high caliber dance training in a nurturing and inspiring environment. Students are encouraged to reach their highest creative potential, supported by a caring staff of skilled artists. Our dance program not only promotes proper technique and artistry but also seeks to develop each student’s confidence, character, self-esteem and focus. Overall our goal is to provide our students with a valuable dance education that will enrich their lives for many years to come.
Our accomplished staff is committed to sharing their expertise and the love of dance with our students. They strive to make each dancer’s experience positive and rewarding by delivering personalized attention and guidance.