Classes We Offer
Keystone Ballet Academy offers classical ballet, tap and jazz classes. Our ballet technique training is based on Vaganova technique. We use a progressive syllabus, which allows every student to learn the fundamentals of classical dance, focusing on technique, grace, and strength while they improve at their own pace. All students learn proper technique in a positive and fun environment with easy-to-understand class instruction and individual corrective guidance.
Our tap and jazz classes are Broadway/Theater style allowing students to perform expressive dance numbers in our annual Spring Dance Concert. Tap is offered in beginner to advanced levels. Jazz dance requires completion of Level A1 and enrollment in Level A2.
Our studio offers classes for ages 4 – adults. There are two levels for younger students. Kinder-Barre for ages 4-5 and Pre-Ballet for ages 6 – 8. We specialize in teaching beginner ballet classes to teens and adults who have not danced before and wish to study the art and technique of ballet.
Kinder-Barre (ages 4-kindergarten)
Ballet classes for ages 4-5 introduce your child to the world of dance. The class combines fun and foundational skill-building in a highly motivated setting. Children participate in a floor warm-up and stretch followed by basic technique drills. Natural movements in skipping, hopping and galloping help to develop their coordination. Kinder-Barre classes foster social skills, discipline, and creativity, as young dancers interact with their peers and follow instructions from their teacher
Class Length: 30 minutes
Class Schedule: Wednesday 6:45-7:15pm, Saturday 12:30-1pm
Pre-Ballet (ages 6-8)
Pre-ballet classes for ages 6-8 are a wonderful introduction to the world of dance. Blending basic ballet technique in a fun and nurturing environment, this early exposure to ballet not only enhances physical development but also boosts self-confidence and artistic expression, laying a strong foundation for future dance education. Pre-Ballet classes focus on developing fundamental skills such as balance, coordination, and flexibility, while also fostering a sense of rhythm and musicality.
Class Length: 45 minutes
Class Schedule: Wednesday (Combo with Jazz) 5:30-6:30, Saturday 11:30am-12:15pm
Ballet (ages 8-adult)
Keystone Ballet Academy offers a comprehensive training program in classical ballet unique to the Greater Hazleton Area. Beginner students in Level A will develop a fundamental technique vocabulary while training the body to build strength, flexibility, coordination and musicality.
Students on a path to study pointe are required to take classes 2X a week in Level A1, A2 and B1. Students ages 11 – adult can be considered for pointe.
Beginner levels for children are offered to student ages 8 – 12. Beginner levels for teens and adults are offered to students 12 – adult. At the intermediate levels, all ages are combined. Progress is based on ability, attendance, and demonstrating understanding of technique foundations.
Class Schedule: varies by level, check current schedule page
Pointe
Dancing in pointe shoes is the dream and goal of many students in ballet class. Dancing on pointe is quite different than dancing in flat ballet shoes. With proper training, correctly fitted pointe shoes, and the guidance and care of an experienced ballet teacher, we hope to make it a well-remembered and cherished experience.
Dancing on pointe must be done following certain criteria because it carries risk of injuries. We strive to make sure our students dance safely on pointe by following strict criteria, including age, years of ballet training, and a test for strength in the legs and torso that assesses readiness for pointe. Students learn proper care of their feet and toes and are required to tell us of any pain they are experiencing.
Class Schedule: varies by level, check current schedule page
Tap (ages 11 & up)
Tap dancing is great for rhythm, timing and counting. It will improve balance and memorizing patterns. Tap classes are the perfect dance class to complement ballet.
All tap classes are taught in a progressive manner beginning with single tap sounds and advancing to two and three tap sounds. Students are taught the proper way to hold their legs and strike the floor. We teach a Jazz-Tap style which is used in musical theatre.
Students in Pre-Ballet or Level A1 ages 6-8 who wish to take a tap class are required to attend at least one ballet class per week.
Teen-Adult Students are welcome to drop-in or purchase a 5-class card. Teen-Adult Students must be signed up with a monthly tuition to participate in our Spring Dance Concert
We sell Capezio tap shoes that are required for the class, made of aluminum, that minimizes damage to our dance floor.
Class Length: 75 minutes
Class Schedule: Wednesday 7:30-8:15pm
Jazz (ages 11 & up)
Students in Pre-Ballet have jazz as part of a Ballet/Jazz Combo class.
Students studying ballet for 2 or more years take Jazz Dance Level 1. Students taking jazz class are required to take at least one ballet class per week.
Miss Brittany of Keystone Ballet Academy will be teaching a jazz dance style known today as “Theatrical Jazz,” based on two of her most inspiring classic jazz dance artists, choreographers, and founders of “Theatrical Jazz” - Gus Giordano and Bob Fosse. With 30+ years of continuous jazz dance experience and her ongoing ballet training at Keystone Ballet Academy, they are the best Jazz Dance classes available.
Exceptional ballet training is essential to obtain great jazz style and technique. Keystone Ballet Academy has both and Miss. Brittany!
Class Length: 45 minutes
Class Schedule: Monday 5:30-6:15pm (level 1), Monday 6:30-7:15pm (level 2)
Teen & Adult Classes
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Class Schedule: varies by level and class type, check current schedule page