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Acro is a style of dance that combines a variety of dance styles with precision acrobatic elements such as contortion, inversion balances and tumbling. It teaches flexibility, balance, strength, muscle control, discipline and focus. Junior students will start learning skills such as forward and backward rolls, backbends, handstands and cartwheels. Intermediate and Advanced students will learn to combine all of their balance and skills into intricate sequences with more advanced tumbling. Junior Level Acro students will perform in a June Matinee Recital. Intermediate Level Acro students will perform in the June Evening recitals. Advanced Level Acro is offered as a technique class only with no recital performance.

The theatre program at MEMDT runs year-round, offering acting instruction, drama workshops, and performance opportunities. September thru June we offer Acting I for the younger student and Acting II for the older student. Each summer we also offer three 2-week “Summer Spotlight Theatre” camps for 7-14 year olds who are interested in all aspects of performing including: singing, dancing, acting, and more.

Ballet is the foundation of all dance. Body placement, flexibility, balance, alignment, strength and technique are methodically developed thru barre and center floor work. PMD offers exceptional ballet training from beginner thru advanced pre-professional levels. Ballet class is required for all students with the exception of Acro, Acting and Hip Hop only. Please read class levels for ballet class requirements. Classes described as ballet technique will not perform in the June Recitals.

Creative Movement (2-3 yrs.)

This exciting 45-minute movement class incorporates the usage of imagination with movement and the basic principles of dance. Dancers will use scarves, shapes and sing as they are introduced to basic ballet and dance movement fundamentals. Dancers will work on body control, listening skills, balance and coordination. This class offers a gentle introduction to a class environment. Creative Movement dancers will perform a song and dance in a June Matinee Recital.

Pre-Ballet, Tap & Tumble (3-4 yrs.) & Ballet, Tap & Tumble (4-5 yrs.)

Pre-Ballet, Tap & Tumble and Ballet, Tap & Tumble classes are each 45 minutes and help foster your child’s interest in dance while including coordination, concentration, musicality, flexibility and ability to follow instructions. Classes may incorporate free movement using props and different genres of music to give children the opportunity for self-expression. This class provides the building blocks to prepare young dancers for a more structured class. Pre- Ballet, Tap & Tumble dancers will perform a tap dance in a June Matinee Recital. Ballet, Tap & Tumble dancers will perform a tap and ballet dance in a June Matinee Recital.

Kindercombo and Primary T/B/J classes teach basic dance technique and terminology to fun and inspiring music. Combo classes are a hit with dancers 5-7 years!

Jazz dance is a high-energy, dynamic style that blends sharp, precise movements with fluid, expressive motions. Jazz was popularized on Broadway and in film, and emphasizes rhythm, improvisation, and personal expression. Dancers will explore everything from intricate footwork to leaps and turns, all set to the beat of upbeat music. Whether you’re new to dance or looking to refine your technique, jazz offers a fun and challenging experience!