accelerated training
For the dancer ready to commit!
If you’re looking for a more committed and accelerated training, we recommend 2hr to 4hr per week (level 1-3) and 5+ hours a week for level 4 and higher: At this level of commitment, your dancer will learn, and maintain skills, with slightly quicker progression in technique.
Advancement is based on correct placement, skill mastery, and instructor recommendation-not by age-which means all classes have a variety of age levels. Students spend an average of two years at each level before mastering the skills to advance. Students receive annual skills tests.
ACRO 3,4,5,6
Students who are placed in acro 3 or higher are strongly encouraged to take 2 or more hours of dance training a week.
Level 3 is defined as students who are completely confident with all of the following skills:
Bridge recover (3 in a row), Rocking bridges, Bridge to chest roll, Fish flop, Arabian handstand forward roll (pike) Back roll extension, Flying cartwheel (right and left) optional entrance (right or left) Front walkover (right and left), Back walkover (right and left), Hurdle roundoff (right and left)
Level 4 TWO TECHNICAL CLASSES REQUIRED TO ENROLL
level 4 is defined as: Students who are completely confident with all of the following skills:
Back walkover to chest roll (right or left), Chest roll to bridge, Arabian limber (pike), Reverse illusion (right or left), Valdez (right or left)
Front walkover from one knee (right or left), One hand, opposite hand, front walkover (right and left) Step hop, side aerial (right or left), 3 Continuous round offs with half turn (right or left) Standing back handspring
Level 5 TWO TECHNICAL CLASSES REQUIRED TO ENROLL
Level 5 is defined as Students who are completely confident with all of the following skills:
Handstand walking, 20 feet, Headstand press to handstand (step out), Handstand (leg position optional), Back walkover to chest roll (right and left), Arabian front walkover from knees (straddle) (right or left) Scorpion (right or left), Reverse illusion (right and left), Valdez (right and left), Continuous chest rolls (3) to standing
Front aerial walkover, Standing side aerial (right or left), Roundoff back handspring.
Required attire: form-fitting dance clothing - jazz pants or capris, tights, leotards, tanks OK. Hair must be pulled back.
Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT)
Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) is an innovative body-conditioning and strengthening program that has been designed to enhance students' technique by focussing on training the muscle memory required in each exercise in all forms of dance. PBT focuses on core strength, weight placement and alignment of the body with a gradual approach of carefully designed exercises and repetitions of these exercises that trigger their muscle memory.
Required attire: Any color Leotard, convertible Tights, and hair pulled away from dancer's face and off dancer's neck.
Special Note: A PBT Equipment Kit can be purchased at our front desk. You will also need a yoga mat and a yoga ball specific to your dancers height.
Height Recommended ball size
Under 4'8" 45 cm ball
4'8" to 5'3" 55 cm ball
5'4" to 5'10" 65 cm ball
5'10" to 6'4" 75 cm ball
For children who are 5 years and younger, always use a 45 cm ball.
Ballet 3,4,5,6
Students registered in Ballet 3 or higher must be placed by a Turning Point Certified Instructor.
Ballet 3
Emphasis on leg strength and flexibility while continuing knowledge of steps
Ballet 4 & 5
Emphasis on mastering combinations while increasing leg and ankle strength and flexibility
Pre Pointe/ Pointe
Students in level 3 or higher are invited to participate in our pre pointe program. Dancers must go through our evaluation examination to dance en pointe.
Required attire: Any color Leotard, Tights, and ballet shoes and hair pulled away from dancer's face and off dancer's neck.
Contemporary 3,4,5
Students registered in Contemporary 3 or higher must be placed by a Turning Point Dance certified instructor. We recommend that students take at least one additional class.
Contemporary 3
Emphasis on leg strength and flexibility while continuing knowledge of steps
Contemporary 4 & 5
Emphasis on mastering combinations while increasing leg and ankle strength and flexibility.
Attire: Any colored leotard and tights or leggings, socks or half soles.
Hip Hop 3,4,5
Students registered in Hip Hop 3 or higher must be placed by a Turning Point Dance certified instructor.We recommend that students take at least one additional class.
Hip Hop level 3 and higher
Choreography is taught fast, and students should start to master how to pop, tut, wave, groove, tick, dime stop, warp etc. Students should start to master textures, explore individual style and make style choices. Students should be able to dance by themselves in front of the class, can motivate selves to warm up, practice, help each other, and even give each other corrections (positively). We will work on matching others as if you were on a team together. Not only is performance is taught, but expected.
Required Attire: We encourage stylish, trendy attire and clean sneakers. Examples would be joggers, track pants, sweatpants, tees, tank tops, hoodies, basketball shorts, leggings, etc.
Jazz 3,4,5
Students registered in Jazz 3 or higher must be placed by a Turning Point Dance certified instructor. Students registered in Jazz 3 or higher are encouraged to enroll in at least 1 other technique class (Preferably ballet).
Jazz 3
Emphasis on leg strength and flexibility while continuing knowledge of steps
Jazz 4 & 5
Emphasis on mastering combinations while increasing leg and ankle strength and flexibility.
Attire: form-fitting dance clothing - jazz pants or capris, tights, leotards, tanks OK. Skin Toned Jazz Shoes. Hair must be pulled back. Please make sure your dancer has ample room for movement.
Tap 3,4,5
Students registered in Tap 3 or higher will be working on mastering increased difficult rhythms.
Instructor approval is required.
Attire: any comfortable stretchy clothing that allows you to move freely and of course Tap-shoes! Please no split-sole tap shoes. Hair should be kept out of the face.
Turning Point Dance Company Goals and Mission
All company members are required to take 4 to 7 hours of training a week.
The main objective to Turning Point Dance Company is to give dancers who want to take dance to the next level the training, guidance and opportunities to do so. The Company program is designed to encourage individual progress through their dance education, providing sound technical training and numerous performing opportunities. The Company also serves as a guide for older dancers on their path toward a professional dance-related career or college. We will achieve these goals by requiring that each dancer trains in weekly technique classes and rehearsals, participates in local performances, attends professional dance conventions and maintains a passion and love for the art of dance!
Goals
To perform representing Turning Point Dance Studio
To share our passion for dance with our community
To achieve excellence and professionalism in all classes and at conventions
To display superior dance technique, style, and stage presence at all events
To be dedicated to weekly training
To work hard, be dedicated, and fulfill all commitments
To maintain our skills and improve them throughout the year
To be good role models and set good examples for all dancers
To have fun and enjoy every moment of our season!