Class Types
Downtown Dance Factory is excited to announce the introduction of several new classes beginning in September 2010! Tap, lyrical and finally … classes for Adults! Please see below for full class descriptions.
To register for a class, click on the 'register' button next to the class name below and fill out the online registration form. If there is no register button, it means the class is full. Please send us an email to be placed on the waiting list. Currently enrolled DDF families should not fill out the registration form; please click here to access your account and register for new classes.
Please click here to see our schedule for the fall. Class times and offerings are subject to change.
Please note: K/1, 2/3, 4/5, 6/7 refer to grades, not ages.
For our Twos
Tutu Tots! (Offered for age: 2 years old with parent/caregiver)
Aimed at our 2-year old budding dancers, Tutu Tots is a dance class that the little ones can take along with their parent or caregiver. A tasting menu of different dance styles… we throw in some ballet, some jazz, some creative movement, fun dance-based games… and most importantly, a large dose of imagination!
YogiTots NEW!
For inquisitive 2 year-olds, this class introduces young children to the practice of yoga alongside their parent or caregiver. Through story telling, musical games, and other fun activities, students will work on breath work, yoga positions, and meditation. Downward Dog tunnels, the Human Teeter-Totter, and Yoga Obstacle Courses are just a part of the fun to be had here!
For our Threes and Fours
KindiHop (Offered for ages: 3 and 4 years old)
Does your 3 or 4 year old pre-schooler love moving to anything with a beat? If so, this class is custom-designed for him or her! In these 3/4 hour classes, we start learning the basic elements of our jazz/hip hop fusion technique, and explore fun, modern movement to the pop and rock hits of today! High-School Musical 4 … watch out for our KindiHoppers!
KindiBallet (Offered for ages: 3 and 4 years old)
For the 3 and 4-year old ballerinas among us, we are pleased to offer our 3/4 hour KindiBallet classes. In these classes, we learn the basics of classical ballet in a relaxed, comfortable, non-stressed environment, and lay the foundations for progression into our higher levels of classical ballet tuition. Story-telling and the imaginative use of props will help your young dancer develop the true ballet aesthetic!
KindiCombo (Tap/Ballet) NEW!
Our KindiCombo class is the perfect sampling of dance for your active 3 to 4 year-old who is ready to jump in with two feet. This is a class that allows students to experience both the gentle, imaginative, and classical world of ballet as well as the fast-paced, rhythmical, LOUD world of tap. A launching pad for the dancer who wants to do everything, KindiCombo allows students to gain experience in two disciplines at an age appropriate level and prepares them to continue with Downtown Dance Factory training as they grow.
For our Fives and Up
Jazz/Hip Hop Fusion (Offered for ages: Kindergarten through 7th grade)
Created by our Artistic Director Hanne Larsen for her highly successful Australian dance studio, Jazz/Hip Hop Fusion is the cornerstone of the Downtown Dance Factory’s offerings. Combining technical aspects of jazz dance, and fused with modern hip hop elements, this class sees students explore the style of dance used in present-day video clips, movies and on dancefloors everywhere, while always keeping within the bounds of what's age-appropriate for our young dancers! If your child is the next Zac, Vanessa, Beyoncé or Justin, this is definitely the class for you!
Please note: K/1, 2/3, 4/5, 6/7 refer to grades, not ages.
Ballet (Offered for ages: Kindergarten through 3rd grade)
Our ballet program is designed to provide students with the fundamentals of correct classical ballet technique. Students are encouraged to embrace the beauty and discipline of this traditional dance style in a nurturing and non-judgmental environment. Downtown Dance Factory is affiliated with the Cecchetti Council of America and incorporates elements of the Cecchetti syllabi, as well as a wide range of other ballet methods and influences.
Please note: K/1, 2/3, 4/5, 6/7 refer to grades, not ages.
Tap (Offered for ages: Kindergarten through 3rd grade) NEW!
Downtown Dance Factory is thrilled to be introducing tap dance to our curriculum. From the days of Fred Astaire to the rhythms of Savion Glover and beyond, tap has been an integral and ever-evolving part of the American dance landscape. Our program allows students to explore rhythm and musicality through the use of their dancing feet. In these classes, students will learn the basics of tap dance in a fun environment where noise is encouraged!
Please note: K/1, 2/3, 4/5, 6/7 refer to grades, not ages.
Lyrical Dance (Offered for ages: 2nd through 5th grade) NEW!
Combining jazz and ballet techniques, lyrical dance uses movement to interpret music and express emotion. A very passionate and emotional style of dance, its roots are based in a fusion of ballet with rock, folk, pop and alternative music. With a strong technical basis, this is a perfect class for the dancer who is seeking the benefits of classic dance technique, but with a more contemporary flavor.
Street Hip Hop (Offered for ages: 3rd Grade through teens)
The Hip Hop style of dance has become increasingly popular with both boys and girls, incorporating fast footwork, free style dance and free flowing and funky movement. This style is based mainly on street dance styles that have evolved as part of the hip hop culture. Our hip hop classes are danced to a wide range of past and present hip hop and R&B music, with all music and choreography being age-appropriate at all times. Too cool for school!
Please note: 3/4, 5/6/7 refer to grades, not ages.
Boys’ Classes (Offered for ages: Kindergarten through 4th Grade)
Of course boys are welcome in all our classes, but our special boys’ program is a real “boys club”! The classes are designed to get more boys dancing in an environment where they feel comfortable and can have fun. Taught by an energetic male instructor, this class incorporates elements of hip hop, as well as fitness, martial arts and pure athleticism! Move over Billy Elliot!
Please note: K/1, 2nd-4th refer to grades, not ages.
Musical Theater (offered for ages: Kindergarten through 4th Grade) NEW!
Residency provided by TADA! Youth Theater, the biggest thing in little kids. www.tadatheater.com
Led by two professional TADA! Teaching Artists (a Music Director and a Director/Choreographer), this new class focuses on developing the techniques of singing, dancing, and acting. Weekly classes incorporate physical and vocal warm-ups, as well as acting and improvisational games, working towards the last class of the semester, where a final Sharing showcases high-quality performances of the song & dance skills learned over the course of the semester.
Please note: K/1, 2nd-4th refer to grades, not ages.
For our Adults
Adult Dance NEW!
Do you want to get fit, but it all just seems like too much hard work? Are you jealous of your dancing children who seem to be having all the fun? Come along and dance in our one-hour adults "drop in" classes, where we'll dance the time away to the latest music - as well as some all-time classic songs - learn new dance steps, and most importantly, have some true dancing fun with Hanne in a great friendly environment.
Please note: registration is not required for adult classes. Drop in or get a package. Click here for fees.
