Ballet
Adult /Teen Pointe Barre, Intermediate (Youth)* NEW!
Adult & Teen Ballet with optional pointe....and hour and one half class with optional pointe work. This class is for late beginner and/or intermediates. If you choose to wear pointe shoes you should have experience with them.
Adult Ballet Basics, Ultra-Beginner (Adult)*
These classes are for the adult student with no previous dance experience. It is an introduction to basic skills with emphasis on strength, flexibility, and musicality. In these classes, students learn basic exercises at the barre and center floor.
Adult Ballet Beginning, Beginner (Adult)*
These classes are for the adult student with at least two years of dance experience. It is a continuation of the study of basic skills with emphasis on strength, flexibility, and musicality. In these classes, students learn basic exercises at the barre and center floor.
Adult Ballet Beginning Intermediate, Intermediate (Adult)*
These classes are for the adult student with at least four years of dance experience. It is a continuation of the study of intermediate skills with emphasis on strength, flexibility, and musicality and performance quality. In these classes, students execute extended exercises at the barre and center floor.
Adult Ballet-Barre Only, Beginner (Adult)* NEW!
A great workout with a traditional ballet barre, no center work. If you are just getting back to dance, want to start with basics or need another class, this class is perfect. Exercises are kept fairy simple but physically energetic. For beginners to advanced.
Ballet A1 (6-8yo), Ultra-Beginner (Youth)
For students with no prior training. This class emphasizes the development of classical ballet skills with a focus on proper placement, alignment and coordination of port de bras with leg and footwork. Students will learn ballet vocabulary through barre and center work while building strength and flexibility. Since ballet vocabulary is used in all dance forms, it is highly recommended that all youth division students take a ballet technique class in addition to another dance discipline.
Ballet A1/A2, Parent & Child (3 -5 yrs.)
Ballet A2 (8-11 yo), Beginner (Youth)
For students 8-11 years old with no prior training. This class emphasizes the development of classical ballet skills with a focus on proper placement, alignment and coordination of port de bras with leg and footwork. Students will learn ballet vocabulary through barre and center work while building strength and flexibility. Since ballet vocabulary is used in all dance forms, it is highly recommended that all youth division students take a ballet technique class in addition to another dance discipline.
Ballet A3 (12+ yo), Beginner (Youth)
For students 11 years old and above with no prior training. This class emphasizes the development of classical ballet skills with a focus on proper placement, alignment and coordination of port de bras with leg and footwork. Students will learn ballet vocabulary through barre and center work while building strength and flexibility. Since ballet vocabulary is used in all dance forms, it is highly recommended that all youth division students take a ballet technique class in addition to another dance discipline.
Ballet B1 (6-8yo), Beginner (Youth)
For students with at least 2 years of dance training. This class emphasizes the development of classical ballet skills with a focus on proper placement, alignment and coordination of port de bras with leg and footwork. Students will learn ballet vocabulary through barre and center work while building strength and flexibility. Since ballet vocabulary is used in all dance forms, it is highly recommended that all youth division students take a ballet technique class in addition to another dance discipline.
Ballet B1/B2 Technique, Intermediate (Youth)
By Invitation from Mr. Barriskill, serious dance students will be asked to join this technique class. This class is required of all company members.
Ballet B2 (8+yo), Beginner (Youth)
This class emphasizes the development of classical ballet skills with a focus on proper placement, alignment and coordination of port de bras with leg and footwork. Students will learn ballet vocabulary through barre and center work while building strength and flexibility. Since ballet vocabulary is used in all dance forms, it is highly recommended that all youth division students take a ballet technique class in addition to another dance discipline.
Ballet B3 (12+yo), Intermediate (Youth)
This class emphasizes the development of classical ballet skills with a focus on proper placement, alignment and coordination of port de bras with leg and footwork. Students will learn ballet vocabulary through barre and center work while building strength and flexibility. Since ballet vocabulary is used in all dance forms, it is highly recommended that all youth division students take a ballet technique class in addition to another dance discipline.
Ballet B3 with Pointe (12+yo), Intermediate (Youth)
For the intermediate student, this class emphasizes the development of classical ballet technique with a focus on proper placement, alignment and coordination of port de bras with leg and footwork. After barre and center work, student will practice pointe technique. We recommended that all B3 students take three ballet technique classes per week in addition to another dance discipline.
Ballet C2, Intermediate (Youth)
With permission of Artistic Director only, this serious ballet class requires the student to take at least two ballet technique classes per week in addition to at least one other discipline.
Ballet C2 Technique by Invitation, Advanced (Youth)
By Invitation from Mr. Barriskill, serious dance students will be asked to join this technique class. This class is required of all company members.
Beg. Ballet (6-11 yo), Beginner (Youth)
For students with no prior training. This class emphasizes the development of classical ballet skills with a focus on proper placement, alignment and coordination of port de bras with leg and footwork. Students will learn ballet vocabulary through barre and center work while building strength and flexibility. Since ballet vocabulary is used in all dance forms, it is highly recommended that all youth division students take a ballet technique class in addition to another dance discipline.
Company Class/Rehearsal, Intermediate (Adult) NEW!
By invitation from Mr. Barriskill, serious and committed students are asked to join this special performance repertory class. Performing opportunities will be available throughout the year. This class requires the student to take the appropriate level technique class on Fridays from 5:15-6:15. Participants will be required to attend all classes and rehearsals.
Intermediate Ballet (8-12 yo), Beginner (Youth)
For students with at least two years of training. This class emphasizes the development of classical ballet skills with a focus on proper placement, alignment and coordination of port de bras with leg and footwork. Students will learn ballet vocabulary through barre and center work while building strength and flexibility. Since ballet vocabulary is used in all dance forms, it is highly recommended that all youth division students take a ballet technique class in addition to another dance discipline.
Combination Classes
Ballet/Jazz Combo A2, Beginner (Adult) NEW!
A perfect combination class for kids with busy schedules. A slow ballet barre focusing on placement and terminology will be followed by a jazz center floor exercises.
Ballet/Jazz Combo A3 Teen, Beginner (Youth) NEW!
A great class for teens wanting to get the basic skills in ballet and jazz technique. Ballet barre work will focus on alignment and terminology followed by a jazz warm-up and exercises across the floor.
Discover Dance (5-7 yo), Beginner (Youth)
The perfect combo class to introduce the young dancer to three of the most popular dance forms; Ballet, Tap and Jazz. Age appropriate training for the three different disciplines.
Dance Fitness
Dance Fit-Monday, Ultra-Beginner (Adult)* NEW!
Improve your overall fitness level with this 10-week session of 1 hour classes that combine jazz, hip-hop, and Latin dance techniques with flexibility training and total body toning to create a complete strength and cardiovascular workout!. burn 650-1000 calories in just one class (Dance experience not necessary) 10 week session Sept 8 to Nov 17 with no class Oct 13 & 18.
Dance Fit-Saturday, Ultra-Beginner (Adult) NEW!
Improve your overall fitness level with this 10-week session of 1 hour classes that combine jazz, hip-hop, and Latin dance techniques with flexibility training and total body toning to create a complete strength and cardiovascular workout!. burn 650-1000 calories in just one class (Dance experience not necessary) 10 week session Sept 8 to Nov 17 with no class Oct 13 & 18.
Pilates Mat, Beginner (Adult)* NEW!
Hip-Hop
Adult Hip-Hop Beg, Ultra-Beginner (Adult) NEW!
This class is designed for the absolute beginning adult who wants to sample the fun of Hip Hop.
Adult Hip-Hop Interm, Intermediate (Adult)*
Get a fierce workout with the hottest hip-hop teachers around, J. Wess. Geared for the intermediate dancer.
Hip-Hop Kids Beg, Ultra-Beginner (Youth)
This high-energy class for kids 8+ uses the latest sounds in Hip-Hop, R&B and pop music together with movements influenced by some of today's hottest video choreographers presented in an age-appropriate manner. The class begins with a basic warm-up to stretch and tone the body, followed by a fun and energetic routine.
Hip-Hop Kids Beg/Int, Intermediate (Youth) NEW!
Approval needed. This high-energy intermediate level class for kids 8+ uses the latest sounds in Hip-Hop, R&B and pop music together with movements influenced by some of today's hottest video choreographers presented in an age-appropriate manner. The class begins with a basic warm-up to stretch and tone the body, followed by a fun and energetic routine.
Hippity Hop Kids, Ultra-Beginner (Youth) NEW!
Learn all the Hop Hop moves the big kids know!
Jazz
Adult Jazz Intermediate, Intermediate (Adult)*
Geared for the adult returning student with at least 2 years of dance experience. Jazz is an exciting and ever evolving dance form full of rhythm, syncopation, passion and life. Classes explore body isolations of the head, shoulders, ribcage, hips, feet and arms and encourage individual expression and the development of personal style.
Jazz A2/A3, Beginner (Youth)
For the Beginning student, these classes will cover basic jazz dance technique, terminology and movement quality. Instructors will focus on teaching basic body isolations of the head, shoulders, ribcage, hips, feet and arms and will layer jazz style over the traditional technique of ballet. Students will also learn about the history of jazz dance and will learn movement that is in pace with today but rooted in the traditions of yesteryear. As the student progresses to the next level, emphasis will be placed on developing rhythmic awareness, individual expression and the use of the body as a rhythmic percussive instrument.
Jazz B2, Beginner (Youth)
For the Beginning student, these classes will cover basic jazz dance technique, terminology and movement quality. Instructors will focus on teaching basic body isolations of the head, shoulders, ribcage, hips, feet and arms and will layer jazz style over the traditional technique of ballet. Students will also learn about the history of jazz dance and will learn movement that is in pace with today but rooted in the traditions of yesteryear. As the student progresses to the next level, emphasis will be placed on developing rhythmic awareness, individual expression and the use of the body as a rhythmic percussive instrument.
Jazz B3, Intermediate (Youth)
Ballet B3 Required to take this class. For the Intermediate student, these classes will cover jazz dance technique, terminology and movement quality. Instructors will focus on teaching body isolations of the head, shoulders, ribcage, hips, feet and arms and will layer jazz style over the traditional technique of ballet. Students will also learn about the history of jazz dance and will learn movement that is in pace with today but rooted in the traditions of yesteryear. As the student progresses through this level, emphasis will be placed on developing rhythmic awareness, individual expression and the use of the body as a rhythmic percussive instrument.
Modern
Modern II (9-12 yo), Beginner (Youth) NEW!
Pulling from her training in Limon technique and body centered therapies, Hannah facilitates a class that strengthens the body while fueling the soul. Center exercises, guided expolrations, and across the floor combinations address alignment, breath, focus, and expressive communication. Appropriate for the ultra beginner as well as the advanced student.
Music Together
Music Together, Parent & Child (Youth) NEW!
CLASS BEGINS SEP 10 Music Together is an internationally recognized early childhood music program for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, kindergarteners, and the adults who love them. First offered to the public in 1987, it pioneered the concept of a research-based, developmentally appropriate early childhood music curriculum that strongly emphasizes and facilitates adult involvement. Music Together classes are based on the recognition that all children are musical. All children can learn to sing in tune, keep a beat, and participate with confidence in the music of our culture, provided that their early environment supports such learning.
Musical Theatre
Acting Workshop, Beginner (Youth) NEW!
Character Studies for the musical theatre performer. Instruction in diction, projection, stage direction and theatre etiquette.
Adult Broadway Theatre Dance, Beginner (Everyone)*
No experience necessary. Release your inner Broadway Gypsy as you learn basic dance skills and perform musical theatre show stoppers!
Broadway Kids Section A, Ultra-Beginner (Youth)
Only one section per week required. Acting, dancing and singing for your little "stars." Mr. Mistoffelees has leapt from Broadway to Durham and is now teaching musical theatre in a fun and low-pressure environment. Kids from 5-7 years old with no prior training but lots of enthusiasm are welcome to join!
Broadway Kids Section B, Ultra-Beginner (Youth)
Only one section per week required. Acting, dancing and singing for your little "stars." Mr. Mistoffelees has leapt from Broadway to Durham and is now teaching musical theatre in a fun and low-pressure environment. Kids from 5-7 years old with no prior training but lots of enthusiasm are welcome to join!
Broadway Stars Section A, Beginner (Youth)
Only one section per week required. This class introduces the student to basic vocal technique, acting exercises and dance skills for the Broadway stage taught by former star of CATS, Mr. Barriskill. We recommend that students also take at least one dance technique class in addition to this class.
Broadway Stars Section B, Beginner (Youth)
Only one section per week required. This class introduces the student to basic vocal technique, acting exercises and dance skills for the Broadway stage taught by former star of CATS, Mr. Barriskill. We recommend that students also take at least one dance technique class in addition to this class.
Broadway Teens, Beginner (Youth)
For the serious student who wants to explore the musical theatre repertoire. This class focuses on vocal technique, scene study and dance performance. We recommend that students also take at least two dance technique classes per week in addition to this class.
Theatre Dance Workshop, Beginner (Youth) NEW!
Dance styles for the musical theatre stage will be explored in this Barriskill School exclusive class. Great for the teen actor and/or singer wishing for more dance study in a safe and nurturing environment.
Pre-Ballet/Creative Dance
Broadway Babies, Ultra-Beginner (Youth) NEW!
A combination of pre-ballet & pre-jazz with fun Broadway style music. Basic rhythm, coordination and teamwork are introduced. Girls wear pink leotards, pink tights and pink ballet slippers. Boys wear white tee shirts, black shorts and white or black ballet slippers. Jazz shoes are not necessary for this class. Students must have acceptable ballet footwear to attend this class.
Mommy & Me (18-36 months), Parent & Child (Youth) NEW!
This is a fun introduction to dance and movement uses activity songs, instruments, scarves and story telling to develop listening and moving skills.
Pre Ballet I/II (3-5), Ultra-Beginner (Youth)
Pre-Ballet I/II is for children three to five years of age. The class explores both the creative and physical dimensions of each child as they gain awareness of music, rhythm, and movement. Activities are designed to develop strength, coordination, creative thinking, and expression. Through classroom activities, children refine motor skills and develop the creative process through the use of props and imagery.
Pre-Ballet I (3-4 yo), Ultra-Beginner (Youth)
Pre-Ballet 3-4 is for children three to four years of age. The class explores both the creative and physical dimensions of each child as they gain awareness of music, rhythm, and movement. Activities are designed to develop strength, coordination, creative thinking, and expression. Through classroom activities, children refine motor skills and develop the creative process through the use of props and imagery.
Pre-Ballet II (4-5 yo), Ultra-Beginner (Youth)
Pre-Ballet 4-5 is for children four to five years of age. The class explores both the creative and physical dimensions of each child as they gain awareness of music, rhythm, and movement. Activities are designed to develop strength, coordination, creative thinking, and expression. Through classroom activities, children refine motor skills and develop the creative process through the use of props and imagery.
Pre-Ballet III (5-6 yo), Ultra-Beginner (Youth) NEW!
This class provides a bridge between pre-ballet and the school's first level of ballet. Children are introduced to the structure and discipline of a ballet class, as well as music awareness and basic dance terminology. Pre-ballet emphasizes creative expression through movement to music.
Special Needs Classes
Special Needs Dance (5-8 yo), Ultra-Beginner (Youth) NEW!
Taught by Registered Dance Therapist, Susan Saenger, this class is for kids ages 5-8 who have cognitive deficits. All children crave movement and these kids are no exception. Many children who have trouble expressing themselves verbally find they can express themselves physically. This can be enlightening and joyful. While the kids are having fun jumping and twirling, they are also building self esteem, creatively solving problems, forming social relationships with peers, and improving their motor skills. This class is designed to meet the needs of special children, so it is flexible and responsive to the developmental level of each child.
Special Needs Dance (8+yo), Ultra-Beginner (Youth) NEW!
Taught by Registered Dance Therapist, Susan Saenger, this class is for kids ages 8-12 who have cognitive deficits. All children crave movement and these kids are no exception. Many children who have trouble expressing themselves verbally find they can express themselves physically. This can be enlightening and joyful. While the kids are having fun jumping and twirling, they are also building self esteem, creatively solving problems, forming social relationships with peers, and improving their motor skills. This class is designed to meet the needs of special children, so it is flexible and responsive to the developmental level of each child.
Tap
Adult Tap Basics, Ultra-Beginner (Adult)* NEW!
For the beginner tap student with no previous experience. Class emphasizes the development and strengthening of basic tap technique and terminology highlighting the importance of rhythm and sound.
Adult/Teen Tap Open Mixed Levels, Beginner (Adult)*
This is a continuation of Adult Tap Basics or for those who have had at least one year of tap recently.
Pre-Tap (4-6yo), Ultra-Beginner (Youth)
Class encourages free expression, while introducing the basic elements of tap dance technique and terminology highlighting the importance of rhythm and sound.
Pre-Tap 3-5 yo, Ultra-Beginner (8-15 yrs.) NEW!
Tap B2/B3 (8-15yo), Intermediate (Youth)
This intermediate class is for students with at least one to two years of tap dance experience. Class introduces elements of tap dance technique and terminology highlighting the importance of choreographic styling and performance quality. Back to Top
Tap Beg/Int, Beginner (Youth)
Pre-requisite: Beginning Tap. This class continues technique and terminology learned in beginning class. Appropriate for students with at least one year of tap dance experience.
Tap-Beginners 6-8 yo, Ultra-Beginner (Youth)
World Dance
Irish Dance Classes by Inis Cairde, Beginner (Everyone)
Please contact Inis Cairde School of Irish Dance at (919) 844-8002
Latin Styles, Beginner (Adult)* NEW!
Latin Styles will focus on Merengue, Salsa and Cumbia. No need to bring a partner. Start your weekend off right!
