Charlotte Dance Alliance is the culmination of over 32 years of dance tradition and strong family values. Fancy Feet Dance Studio, under the direction of Ms. Paula Mann, has been serving the Matthews and surrounding Charlotte areas, and with the alliance of talented instructors, fantastic families, and years of dance education, Charlotte Dance Alliance was created. This cutting edge studio offers a wide range of classes, from Mommy and Me starting at 18 months, to Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Contemporary, Pointe, Floor gymnastics/Acro, Leadership Skills, Improv, competitive teams, and more. There is something for everyone, from beginner to the most advanced adult.
Programs
The classes, camps and experiences this business offers.
Beginner Preschool
Beginner preschool are amazing classes to introduce dancers to ballet & tap in a family friendly environment. The main focus of combination classes is on students having fun and enjoying dance as an everyday activity and is a great beginner class for young dancers. Students can join this group as at 2 years old. See office for class colors and shoes needed.
Ballet, Tap, Jazz
Combination classes are a great way for students to experience different types of dance in a short amount of instructional time. The main focus of combination classes is on students having fun and enjoying dance as an everyday activity. This combination class focuses on getting students ready to transition from combination type classes to full hour classes in a specific style of dance. Ballet class will include more challenging barre exercises while emphasizing basic terminology. The tap portion of the class will concentrate on developing intricate patterns and rhythms, while the jazz portion of class will begin to develop student’s flexibility and balance skills. See office for class colors and shoes needed.
Teen & Adult Beginner Tap & Jazz, Lyrical
Beginner Teen & Adult – class is designed to challenge the older beginner student. Jazz & 7Lyrical class has a warm up, across the floor exercises, leaps, and turning with an emphasis on spotting. Combinations incorporating various styles of classical jazz movement is taught to create routines with turns, leaps and jumps. Tap is taught using heel work and alternate foot patterns and of course technique of the basics is taught.
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