To inspire character and confidence through the art of dance one step at a time.

General Info

The mission at Inspire Academy of Dance in Issaquah, WA is to create an atmosphere that fosters creativity and self-expression and that focuses on proper dance technique, learning and FUN! At Inspire Academy of Dance, we are committed to building character and self-confidence as well as creating strong, well-trained and well-rounded dancers. Every student is a member of our dance family, and we are committed to providing the time and exceptional instruction our dancers deserve in order to reach any goal they may have in relation to their dance training and their future.

Hours

Regular Hours

Mon - Thu:	9:00 am - 12:00 pm4:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Fri:	4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Sat:	9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Sun	Closed

Categories

Dancing Instruction, Dance Clubs, Dance Companies, Schools

Services/Products

Mini Movers (Age 2) In this class, students will be introduced to dance through movement exploration activities and basic tap steps. For the first half of class, students will wear tap shoes to make some noise and explore different rhythms and sounds! During the second half of class, students will learn creative movement and ballet steps through use of fun music and props as well as imaginative dance exercises. Ballet and tap shoes required. Dress code: dance apparel (leotards, tights, tutus, etc.) Ballet/Tap (Ages 3-4) In this class, young dancers will have the opportunity to learn and build on the basics of ballet and tap dance. For the first half of class, students will explore rhythms/sounds as well as basic tap steps and phrases. During the second half of class, students will learn ballet steps and vocabulary through use of fun music and props as well as imaginative dance exercises. Ballet and tap shoes required. Dress code: dance apparel (leotards, tights, tutus, etc.) Princess Ballerina (Ages 3-4) Does your dancer LOVE twirling and dressing up like a ballerina? This is the class for them! Dancers will learn and build on the basics of ballet, including correct terminology and technique, while dancing to fun music and with princess-themed props. Ballet shoes required. Dress code: any color leotard and tights (tutus and skirts allowed). Hip Hop/Flip Flop (Ages 4-6) Does your dancer have a TON of energy? This is the class for them! During the first half of class, dancers will learn innovative hip hop steps and routines to upbeat, high energy music. The second half of class will be an intro to tumbling – dancers will bring out the tumbling mats to practice front and back rolls, cartwheels, handstands, etc. Clean tennis shoes required for hip hop. Tumbling will be done barefoot. Dress code: form fitting dance apparel. Shorts are acceptable (no sweatpants or jeans). Combo 1: Ballet/Tap/Jazz (Kindergarten-First Grade) Combo 2: Ballet/Tap/Jazz (Grades 2-3) Combo 3: Ballet/Tap/Jazz (Grades 4-5) In this class, young dancers will build on their understanding, execution, and performance of ballet, jazz, and tap. Students will learn new ballet steps and vocabulary and practice combining steps in new ways. In tap, students will explore rhythm as well as basic tap steps and phrases. Jazz will give students the opportunity to dance to their favorite songs and learn fun, innovative dance moves! In all dance forms, students will learn to put steps together into fun, challenging combinations and routines. Ballet, tap and jazz shoes required. Dress code: dance apparel (leotards, tights, tutus, leggings, etc.) Lyrical Lyrical is a fusion of ballet and jazz, generally choreographed to slower, more emotional music involving ballad interpretation. In this class, young dancers will learn to express themselves through movement and music. Musical Theatre Dancing for the stage, Broadway style performance including various styles danced throughout the decades. This will include an introduction to singing and acting to allow the dancer to really hone their theatrical skills. Jazz Jazz covers a wide variety of techniques and styles with ballet as it’s base. It generally is performed to upbeat music that you commonly hear in music videos and on stage in musicals. Kicks, turns and leaps at various technical stages as well as fun, lively choreography will be learned throughout the season. Hip Hop This form of dance is commonly referred to as Street Dance, involving a technique all its own. Popping, locking, breakdance and funk will be taught to age appropriate high-energy music. Dress code: Clean tennis shoes, comfortable clothing (t-shirt, shorts, leggings, etc. NO jeans) BOYS ON

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Location

Near I-90 and WA-900. Located off Mall Street in Issaquah, WA

Other Link

http://inspireacademy.dance