At All For Dance, we have over three decades of expertise teaching children of all ages and abilities in dance. We think that fostering a safe, encouraging environment for kids to flourish and freely express themselves is very important. An atmosphere that values mutual respect, diversity, self-esteem, and teamwork.
We provide children with an outlet for their creativity and energy by teaching them exciting dance classes that help to increase their self-esteem and interest in the arts. Children will learn life lessons such as confidence and hard work while dancing.
All For Dance’s goal is to instill a passion for dance and confidence in each youngster that anything is achievable. Hightstown students learn at All For Dance that if they set their minds to it and work hard, they can accomplish anything!
Make sure to contact us today and register for the upcoming season!
Styles of Dance Classes in Hightstown, NJ
All For Dance is proud to provide a variety of dance lessons to you and your family. Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate, or seasoned dancer, you’ll discover something enjoyable! Some of our dance classes include:
BALLET
A combination of Classical Ballet styles including Cecchetti, Vagnova and Russian methods as well as modern Ballet styles.
POINTE
A Pointe placement audition/review must be done before accepting any students into Pointe class. The student must be at least 13 years of age.
TAP
A variation of Tap styles dating back to Old School Hoofin’ to Broadway style show tap to funky Hip Hop Tapping.
JAZZ
Jazz dancing is a form of dance that showcases a dancer’s individual style and originality.
HIP HOP
Hip-hop dance refers to street dance styles primarily performed to hip-hop music or that have evolved as part of hip-hop culture. It includes a wide range of styles primarily breaking, locking, and popping.
MODERN
A form of dance less restrictive than ballet. It is a blend of classical, contemporary and ethnic styles of dance with an emphasis on strong centrally motivated movement.
LYRICAL JAZZ
A style of jazz with a strong presence of ballet performed with emotional elements to slower, lyrical music.
MUSICAL THEATER
A jazz class which incorporates acting into dance performance. Musical Theater is often also referred to as Broadway Jazz.
CONTEMPORARY
A fluid, nebulous style of dance, establishing an emotional state with mind-body connection. Like modern, movements include balance, floorwork, fall and recovery, and improvisation.
Age Groups for Dance Classes in Hightstown, NJ
Depending on the dancer’s age, there will be different dance classes available to them. Some of our age groups and available classes include:
- Mommy & Me: Age 2 — We offer a Mommy & Me class to our 2 year old dancers. This is a 30 minute class which includes creative movement activities, dance games, songs, motor skill development, with an introduction to Ballet and Tap.
- Preschool Dance: Ages 3 & 4 — We offer a 45 minute combination class of Ballet and Tap.
- Kinder Combination Dance: Age 5 — We offer a 45 minute combination class of Ballet and Tap.
- Dancers: Ages 6 — We offer 45 minute classes in Ballet, Combination Class of Ballet & Tap and Jazz.
- Dancers: Ages 7 – 8 — We offer 45 minute classes in Ballet, Tap, Hip Hop, Musical Theater, Jazz and Lyrical.
- Dancers: Ages 9 – 12 — We offer classes in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Musical Theater, Modern and Lyrical.
- Dancers: Ages 13 & Up — We offer classes in Ballet, Pointe, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Musical Theater, Modern, Lyrical, Contemporary and Flexibility/Turns/Leaps.
Music Classes in Hightstown, NJ
IOur Fun-filled Interactive Parent/Child Music & Movement Program for Children ages Birth through 4 Years has won the prestigious “Best of Philly” Award in 2008 for Best Children’s Music Program, and Instructor Dianne Adler has been awarded the 2013 Super Service Award for excellence on Angie’s List at All For Dance, for straight “A” ratings by parents in the program.
In a mixed-age classroom, Kids’ MusicRound in Hightstown supports the basic musical abilities needed for a lifetime love of music making or dancing development. When Basic Music Competence has been mastered, children can keep time and sing in tune. This makes it simple to follow up on dance, instrument, or vocal lessons.
Benefits of Dance in Hightstown, NJ
At All For Dance, we’ve seen the advantages of dance time and time over again. Every time a youngster reaches new heights in confidence, strength, and activity, we are filled with joy and pleasure. It’s all the more satisfying to watch the frowns and worry lines on our children’s faces melt away as they lose themselves in the music and forget their daily problems.
We’ll never grow weary of watching our Hightstown kids develop confidence as members of a team. Although the appearance may suggest otherwise, everything is genuine and even demonstrated! Dancing is one of the most ancient forms of self-expression for a reason.
All For Dance students benefit in:
- Social skills
- Hand-eye coordination
- Memory and brain development
- Team work
- Meeting new people
- Introduction to the Arts
- Healthy competition
- Encourages good behavior and etiquette
- Helps with studying and focus
- Builds self confidence
- Expands creativity
- Healthy expression of emotions
- Great exercise
Start Dancing With Us Today!
Are you ready to get moving? All For Dance is ready to welcome you and your children to the rewarding world of dance. With our dance classes, students will learn invaluable lessons that they will carry throughout their life. What are you waiting for? Contact us today and register for the upcoming season!
