What We Offer

Harmony Dance Academy offers a very progressive and advanced tap program. Tap is a style of dance characterized by the sound of the metal tap striking the floor.  Tap utilizes rhythm, syncopation, and sound in addition to movement.  An emphasis is placed on musicality, expression, and improvisation. Tap students are continually challenged with new steps and combinations at all levels. Advanced students are expected to be fluent with all core tap steps including the five basic time steps (both Buck and Rhythm variations).

Jazz dance is a fun, expressive dance style that incorporates turns, jumps, and kicks with other steps that are used for all forms of dance.  An emphasis is placed on strength, flexibility and conditioning, as well as increasing memory and stamina for progressively complex and high energy combinations. Jazz classes utilize age-appropriate movements and music. Students will learn Luigi based broadway jazz but classes may also include elements of theater and lyrical jazz.

Acrobatics is similar to gymnastics but does not include any of the apparatus (balance beam, uneven bars, vault).Students will focus on acrobatic and tumbling moves that will enhance their dance skills and routines. An emphasis will be placed on flexibility, stretch, and balance to increase technique on an individual level. Students will be taught proper technique for landing and supporting one another in partner work. In addition, acro study at Harmony relies on a strong technical foundation. Acrobatic students are expected to be fluent in dance, particularly in ballet.

Pointe is an extension of ballet training for intermediate/advanced students. Students are introduced to work in pointe shoes. Pointe or Pre Pointe work is added to regular ballet class when students have developed enough strength, balance, and technique.  Barre, center and traveling exercises challenge the dancer while working on strengthening the core and center of balance. Musicality, phrasing, and performance techniques are introduced at this level.  There is only one level of Pointe and students may repeat this level each year once approved.  Students may only take Pointe or begin Pre Pointe work with the approval of the director. Everyone is different, but in general, dancers must be a minimum of 11 years old.

Lyrical study is an expressive form of dance that incorporates elements of modern, ballet, and jazz techniques that emphasizes the storytelling quality of music . Lyrical dances are expressions of the music while relaxing some of the strict doctrines of classical study.  An emphasis is placed on grace and fluidity, musicality, and expressiveness to capture emotion through movement.

Hip Hop is a popular, high energy and fast paced type of dance that emphasizes rhythm, isolations, and self-expression. Dance combinations include unique footwork and arm movements that are often seen in current music videos, but are appropriate for the class age range.

Also known as “My Grown Up and Me.” Explore the joy of movement with your child as props and pre-school music are used in a creative, fun-filled, learning environment. A parent or guardian is asked to stay in the classroom either to participate or to encourage the new student. Toilet training is not required for this class. Wiggles and Giggles dancers are invited to perform one routine in the annual recital. Parents/guardians do not perform.

Dancers will learn the beginning steps of ballet and the rhythmic skills of elementary tap. Dancers will also be exposed to the basic elements of tumbling. Correct terminology is taught for all types of dance. This class consists of 30 minutes of ballet and 30 minutes of tap. Parents may watch from the waiting room or leave and return for pick-up at the end of class. If your child needs help using the bathroom, we ask you to stay in the waiting area if she/he needs to go during class time. Dancers will perform two routines (one ballet and one tap) in the annual recital.

An extension of our Intro to Dance 1 class, Intro to Dance 2 continues to develop the students’ love for dance while learning correct technique and terminology. This class consists of 30 minutes of ballet and 30 minutes of tap. Dancers will also be exposed to the basic elements of tumbling. Age appropriate music and props are used to encourage our dancers to explore, learn, and develop. Parents may watch from the waiting room or leave and return for pick-up at the end of class. If your child needs help using the bathroom, we ask you to stay in the waiting area if she/he needs to go during class time. Dancers will perform two routines (one ballet and one tap) in the annual recital.

Company level choreography and technique classes are available to our Harmony Elite Company Members only. In these classes, members will learn choreography needed for performances, competitions, and recitals. Production numbers and specialty are possible as well. Classes will be scheduled on an as needed basis. Harmony Elite Company Members are chosen by audition and director approval only. Elite Company members are able to take all appropriate classes for their age range at no additional cost.

Teen Beginner- The teen beginner class is for older students that are just beginning their dance studies. This class offers accelerated dance training and the opportunity to learn with students of similar age and experience. Classes may be offered in any discipline based on interest level.

Ballroom dancing is a partnership dance where couples or individuals, using step-patterns, move rhythmically, expressing the characteristics of music. Ballroom dancing consists of two styles: the Smooth, or Standard, and the Rhythm, or Latin. The Smooth, Standard style focuses on the elegance, grace and fluidity of movement. Dancers rotate in a counter-clockwise direction, moving around the entire floor. The couple is constantly moving on the dance floor, transitioning from one place to the next in a fixed pattern. The Foxtrot, Waltz, Tango, Viennese Waltz and Quickstep are danced in this manner.

The Rhythm, Latin style focuses on a display of vibrant energy and a personal flair. The couple’s dancing pattern is syncopated to the rhythm of the music. The couple usually dances in one spot on the dance floor. Included in this style are the East Coast Swing, Jive, Rumba, Bolero, Cha Cha, Mambo, Samba and Paso Doble.

Adult classes are offered for all skill levels in any discipline, beginner through advanced, based on interest and availability. The focus is on healthful exercise through the joy of dancing.

On occasion, we will be privileged to welcome master teachers into our studio for special classes. These classes may vary on discipline and level and are optional for any student. This is a great way to gain the benefits of an advanced and broad dance education without leaving home.

Private lessons are available at the discretion of the teacher and contingent upon an available studio room. Private lesson cost is negotiated between you and the teacher.

Summer Camps are held to allow dancers to continue their training over the summer in shorter sessions. Camps provide the benefit of extended, comprehensive training and can also help busy parents during summer when school is out of session. Camp offerings will be shared in the Spring.

Daycare Dance offers the ability for the youngest dancers to be introduced to dance without leaving their daycare provider. In addition to saving time for busy parents, Victoria offers a highly developed curriculum honed over her decades of teaching and managing these programs. Please let us know if you have an interest in bringing dance to your daycare.

When not otherwise occupied, studio space may be available for rental. Please let us know if you would like to rent studio space.