Class Descriptions
Because ballet is the foundation for all forms of dance, all CAPA pre-academy, academy and intensive academy dance students are required to take at least one weekly ballet class per year. This can be a combination or technique class. Those enrolled in classes in the open academy and/or classes designated tumbling/acrobatics, hip hop, boys, pre-teen and teen are strongly encouraged to study ballet, but are not required. If you would like help determining your child’s schedule, please contact us at 805-383-6446 to make an appointment.
Pre-Academy
Classes in the Pre-Academy are specifically designed for CAPA dancers ages three to six. Pre-Academy students are introduced to basic technique, terminology and artistry in a fun, nurturing environment.
| P1-P3 | 1 hour preschool combination class consisting of 30 minutes ballet, 10 minutes tumbling and 20 minutes tap. P2 and P3 students are also eligible for preschool voice and preschool hip hop. |
Academy
Classes in the Academy are offered for students ages six and up.
| FUNdamentals of Dance |
1 hour combination class consisting of 30 minutes ballet and 30 minutes tap. FUNdamentals of Dance is a perfect introduction for new dancers wishing to learn the basics of ballet and tap. This class also prepares them for future classes at CAPA. FUNdamentals students are also eligible for hip hop kids, tumbling/acrobatics and group voice. |
| Primary |
1 hour 15 minutes combination class consisting of 45 minutes ballet and 30 minutes tap. Primary students are also eligible for hip hop kids, tumbling/acrobatics and group voice. |
| Level 1 |
1 hour 30 minutes combination class consisting of 1 hour ballet and 30 minutes tap/jazz. Level 1 students are also eligible for level one ballet technique, level one jazz technique, level one tap technique, level one lyrical, hip hop, tumbling/acrobatics and group voice. Suggested Classes: one additional level one ballet technique class |
| Level 1 Invitational “I” |
1 hour 30 minutes combination class consisting of 1 hour ballet and 30 minutes tap/jazz. A teacher’s recommendation is required for enrollment. Level 1 “I” students are also eligible for level one ballet technique, level one jazz technique, level one tap technique, level one lyrical, hip hop, tumbling/acrobatics and group voice. Required Classes: One additional level 1/1i ballet technique class and one additional jazz, lyrical or tumbling/acrobatics class |
| Level 2 |
1 hour 30 minutes combination class consisting of 1 hour ballet and 30 minutes tap/jazz. Level 2 students are also eligible for level two ballet technique, level two jazz technique, level two tap technique, level two lyrical, hip hop, tumbling/acrobatics, group voice and drama. Suggested Classes: One additional level two ballet technique class and a level two tap or jazz technique class |
| Level 2 Invitational “I” |
2 hour combination class consisting of 1 hour ballet and 1 hour tap/jazz. A teacher’s recommendation is required for enrollment. Level 2 “I” students are also eligible for level two ballet technique, level two jazz technique, level two tap technique, level two lyrical, hip hop, tumbling/acrobatics, group voice and drama. Required Classes: One additional level 2/2i ballet technique class and one additional jazz or lyrical class. |
| Level 3 |
2 hour combination class consisting of 1 hour ballet and 1 hour tap/jazz. Level 3 students are also eligible for level three ballet technique, level three jazz technique: leaps and turns, level three tap technique, level three lyrical, hip hop, tumbling/acrobatics, group voice and drama. Suggested Classes: One additional level three ballet technique and a level three tap or jazz technique class |
| Level 3 Invitational “I” |
Three hour combination class consisting of 1 hour ballet, 1 hour jazz and 1 hour tap. A teacher’s recommendation is required for enrollment. Level 3 “I” students are also eligible for level three ballet technique, level three jazz technique: leaps and turns, level three tap technique, level three lyrical, hip hop, tumbling/acrobatics, group voice and drama. Required Classes: Two additional ballet technique classes and one additional jazz/lyrical class |
| Level 4 |
Three hour combination class consisting of one hour ballet/pre-pointe, one hour jazz and one hour tap. A teacher’s recommendation is required for enrollment. Level 4 students are also eligible for level four ballet technique/pre-pointe, level four jazz technique: leaps and turns, level four tap technique, level four lyrical/contemporary, hip hop, tumbling/acrobatics, group voice and drama. Required Classes: One additional level four ballet technique class |
| Level 4 Invitational “I” |
Three hour 15 minutes combination class consisting of one hour 15 minutes ballet, one hour jazz and one hour tap. A teacher’s recommendation is required for enrollment. Level 4 “I” students are also eligible for level four ballet technique/pre-pointe, level four jazz technique: leaps and turns, level four tap technique, level four lyrical/contemporary, hip hop, tumbling/acrobatics, group voice and drama. Required Classes: Two additional level four ballet technique classes and one additional jazz/lyrical class. |
| Level 5 Invitational “I” |
Three hour 15 minutes combination class consisting of one hour 15 minutes ballet, one hour jazz and one hour tap. A teacher’s recommendation is required for enrollment. Level 5 “I” students are also eligible for level five ballet technique/pointe, level five jazz technique: leaps and turns, level five tap technique, level five lyrical/contemporary, modern/contemporary, hip hop, tumbling/acrobatics, group voice and drama. Required Classes: Two additional level five ballet technique classes and one additional jazz/lyrical class |
| Pointe |
For the safety and well-being of our dancers, pointe classes are by invitation only. Invitations are based upon age, experience, physical and technical development of the dancer and overall classroom behavior and attendance. New Pointe students are recommended in both the fall and spring of each school term. To maintain proper technique, all CAPA Pointe students must attend a minimum of THREE weekly ballet classes in addition to their weekly pointe class. |
Intensive Academy Classes
| Intensive 1, 2 & 3 |
While dancers are strongly encouraged to enroll in ALL classes designated as “Intensive”, a minimum of three weekly ballet/Pointe classes is a requirement. Students wishing to perform in a jazz/lyrical piece must also be enrolled in the appropriate Intensive Jazz leaps and turns technique. |
Open Academy Classes
The Open Academy offers our dancers fun and classes of exceptional quality at CAPA. This is a wonderful option for students who love to learn and perform but due to time constraints are unable to complete the requirements in the “academy” or “intensive academy” programs. CAPA offers classes for pre-teens (ages 8-12) and teens (ages 13 and up). Also included in the OPEN ACADEMY are tumbling/acrobatics and hip hop classes.