Discover the Joy of Dance
Quality dance classes for all ages and skill levels. Join us today!
Discover the Joy of Dance
Quality dance classes for all ages and skill levels. Join us today!
About RA and Classes Offered
Ballet
Ballet is the foundation of all dances and involves the entire body and mind. It consists of a highly stylized progression of exercises and movement combinations. Ballet training increases strength, flexibility and rhythm. Proper terminology and alignment are emphasized. Pink ballet shoes are required for all ballet students.
Baton/Pom
Baton twirling involves the movement and coordination of fingers, hands, arms, feet and legs. Baton twirlers must keep the baton in motion as the body moves in a graceful manner. Students will learn to handle the baton smoothly, fluidly, and to release it into the air with speed, as they express their body through dance movements. Students will need tan jazz shoes and a baton.
Pom - A movement-based class that focuses on sharp arm movements, execution of choreographic visuals and dance team/cheer skills. Dancers will learn fundamentals of Pom positions, performance skills and pushes dancers to expand on their high energy, entertainment skills. Students will need tan jazz shoes.
Clogging
Clogging is a truly American dance form that began in the Appalachian Mountains and now enjoys widespread popularity around the world. The word “clog” is Gaelic and means “time”. Clogging is a dance that is done in time with the music – to the downbeat – usually with the heel keeping the rhythm. Clog students will need black clogging shoes.
Creative Dance
Creative Dance is an introduction to dance and tumbling for preschoolers with no previous dance or tumbling exposure. Children will develop basic locomotors skills, gross and fine motor skills and flexibility through our fun-filled system. Students will need pink ballet shoes.
Hip-Hop
Hip Hop is a high-energy class that combines the latest street dance styles with rhythm, coordination, and personal expression. Dancers will learn age-appropriate choreography set to fun, popular music while developing strength, agility, and confidence. This style encourages creativity, individuality, and performance quality, making it a favorite for kids and teens who love to move!
Jazz
Jazz class reflects many diverse styles from classic jazz for funk, hip-hop and lyrical. Jazz utilizes techniques and movements of ballet. Therefore, all students of jazz must be students of ballet. Jazz dancers must have tan, slip-on style jazz shoes.
Tap
Tap is a form of dance that is a favorite of many. Rhythms are produced with the feet and complimented by the rest of the body. Tap terminology is taught, as well as learning how to listen, reproduce and create various sounds and rhythms. Tap students must have tan, baby-doll or slip on style tap shoes.
Tumbling
Tumbling develops strength, flexibility and coordination. Proper form and execution of skills are taught. Through coached repetition, tumblers set goals and progress through basic to advanced skills. No shoes are required for tumbling.
Expert Instructors
Our experienced instructors are not just experts in dance, but also in teaching. They know how to bring out the best in each student and help them reach their full potential. With their guidance, you can become the dancer you've always wanted to be.
Discover Your Passion
Dance is more than just a physical activity - it's an art form that allows you to express yourself in ways you never thought possible. At Rhythm Avenue, we help you discover your passion for dance and unleash your inner dancer.
Performance Opportunities
At Rhythm Avenue, we believe that dance is meant to be shared. That's why we offer performance opportunities for our students, from recitals to competitions. It's a chance to showcase your skills and share your passion with others.
Competition Teams
Do you love to dance? Join our Rhythm Avenue Dance Teams!
We dance competitively and represent Rhythm Avenue at community events. We are committed to dance, teamwork, studio spirit, and having lots of fun together. Our teams performs a variety of skills including tap, jazz, ballet, clogging and hip-hop–style routines.
Placement on Rhythm Avenue's Dance Team is by audition only, held throughout our June summer classes. Many factors contribute to team placement including physical, emotional and psychological development, and degree of personal commitment to training.
Please note that while an audition does not guarantee placement on a specific team, most dancers who audition will be placed within our program at an appropriate level. The audition process allows us to assess each dancer’s skills and ensure they are placed in the environment best suited for their growth and development.
Please reach out if you have any additional questions!