Academy of Dance

The TJC Academy of Dance offers pre-professional level training in a progressively graded program of ballet and other dance forms to students of all ages and levels; ranging from three to adult.

Our students have gone on to dance in professional dance companies around the United States, as well as receive scholarships to study dance in major universities.

Emphasis is placed upon correct body alignment, discipline, strength development, coordination, and flexibility through knowledge of proper technique, terminology, musical awareness and artistry. We offer classes in Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Tap, Pilates and Dance Conditioning.

LEVEL 1 : LAVENDER BLOCH LEOTARD

• Ballet: Ballet 1 Pre-Pro on Mon/Wed
• Modern: Modern 1 Pre-Pro on Mondays
• Optional: Conditioning 1

LEVEL 2: AUBERGINE BLOCH LEOTARD

• Ballet: Ballet 2 Pre-Pro on Tues/Thur
• Modern: Modern 2 Pre-Pro on Thursdays
• Optional: Conditioning 2, Jazz/Open Movement, *LL

LEVEL 3: NAVY BLOCH LEOTARD

• Ballet: Ballet 3 Pre-Pro on Tues/Thur
• Modern: Modern 3 Pre-Pro on Thursdays
• Optional: Conditioning 3, Jazz/Open Movement, *LL

LEVEL 3/4: NAVY/BURGUNDY BLOCH LEOTARD

• Ballet: Ballet 3/4, Thur Ballet 3 or Wed 4 (determined by Dir.)
  Pointe classes determined by Ballet Mistress
• Modern: Modern 3/4 Pre-Pro on Thursdays
• Optional: Conditioning 3, Jazz/Open Movement, *LL

LEVEL 4: BURGUNDY BLOCH LEOTARD

• Ballet: Ballet 4 Pre-Pro on Wed, two Ballet 4/5 classes
  Pointe classes determined by Ballet Mistress
• Modern: Modern 4 Pre-Pro on Mondays
• Optional: Conditioning 4/5, Jazz/Open Movement, Modern 4/5 determined by Director, *LL

LEVEL 5: BURGUNDY BLOCH LEOTARD

• Ballet: Take two level 4/5 pre-pro ballet classes
  Company Class, Variations
  Pointe classes determined by Ballet Mistress
• Modern: Modern 4/5 Pre-Pro, Modern 5 Pre-Pro
• Optional: Conditioning 4/5, Jazz/Open Movement, *LL

*LL = Levels 2-5 are encouraged to take additional lower level classes, as available, each week.

Pre-Professional Division Director: Shurrell Wiebe | swie@tjc.edu | 903-705-2882

Download This Information as a PDF File

Enroll in classes or call 903-510-2900. If there's no answer, leave a message.

These classes are exclusively for members of our Pre-Professional Division, which requires invitation and/or level placement. For more information, please contact Pre-Professional Division Director: Shurrell Wiebe | swie@tjc.edu | 903-705-2882.

Ages 3-4

All 3 year olds and younger 4 year olds are encouraged to start with Pre-Ballet 1. This class teaches ballet basics and meets developmental needs of littles with social and spatial awareness, creative play for gross motor skills; and even lessons in counting, colors, shapes and anatomy.

Ages 4-5

For students who have already taken two semesters of Pre-Ballet 1 or who will turn 5 before May 2025, we have two class options: Pre-Ballet 2 OR Combo 1. Pre-Ballet 2 is an age-appropriate continuation of coursework in skills and ballet basics. Combo 1 offers similar skill work, but technique work is split between ballet and tap. Combo students will need both ballet 5:30-6:30pm slippers & tap shoes.

Age 5-6

For students who have already taken two semesters of Pre-Ballet 2 or Combo 1 or who will turn 6 before May 2025, we have two class options: Pre-Ballet 3 OR Combo 2. Pre-Ballet 3 is an age-appropriate continuation of coursework in skills and ballet basics. Combo 2 offers similar skill work, but technique work is split between ballet and tap. Combo students will need both ballet slippers & tap shoes.

Age 6-7

For students who have already taken two semesters of Pre-Ballet 3 or Combo 1 or who will turn 7 before May 2025, we have two class options: Pre-Ballet 4 OR Combo 2. Pre-Ballet 4 is an age-appropriate continuation of coursework in skills and ballet basics. Combo 2 offers similar skill work, but technique work is split between ballet and tap. Combo students will need both ballet slippers & tap shoes.

Age 7-8

For students who have already taken two semesters of Pre-Ballet 4 or Combo 2 or who will turn 8 before May 2025, we have two class options: Intro to Ballet 1 OR Combo 3. Intro to Ballet 1 is recommended for students who wish to join the Pre-Professional Division- it is a longer class with more focus on technique. Combo 3 offers the same technique work with more advanced skills than Combo 2. Hip Hop is also available for boys and girls, ages 7-12. Combo students will need both ballet slippers & tap shoes.

Ages 8 & up

After Intro to Ballet 1, students who are interested, may ask to join our Pre-Professional Division. However, for everyone else, we offer plenty of recreational classes for students who want to dance for fun and continue to learn basic technique. This age group has several options: Recreational Ballet 1&2 (ballet basics), Recreational Modern 1 (modern basics), Musical Theater (jazz and theatrical movement), Combo 3 (ballet, tap & jazz) & Hip Hop.

Differently Abled Population

For students with different abilities and special needs, we offer the inclusive Differently Abled Dance class, open to all ages. This class works closely with our teacher, Ms. Anne, her assistants and parents to create a safe environment that introduces ballet, tap, and jazz technique, in addition to working on gross motor skills, music recognition, social skills & more.

 Enroll in classes or call 903.510.2900. Leave a message, if no answer.

Academy Director: Carolyn Hanna | chan3@tjc.edu

Download This Information as a PDF File