Registration is now open for spring classes! During our spring session, which runs February 1st - May 31st, our dance students continue to expand their technique while meeting new challenges posed by our stellar faculty of teachers. Additionally, much of the spring semester will be spent learning choreography that will be performed at our end-of-season recital. (Participation in the performance is not mandatory, but it's a lot of fun!)
JANUARY MASK POLICY
Masks were required for everyone last week, but moving forward, we will return to our mask optional policy for vaccinated students, parents, and teachers through the end of January.
PROMOTIONS: PARTIES
Hold a birthday party at Steppin' Out! After taking a few years off due to the pandemic, we're excited to get back to throwing great parties for our students and other young dance lovers. We strive to keep our parties affordable and to offer unique options that you can choose from. Learn more.
MOVEMENT OF THE MONTH: CLAP ALONG TO THE MUSIC
An important part of remembering choreography and dancing with a group is counting the music you're dancing to, and a good way to practice this is to clap along to your favorite song. Many of the songs we dance to in class have 4 counts, or beats, per measure. In dance, a measure is usually musically paired with a second measure. These two measures equal a total of 8 counts, which is why dancers often count in sets of 8. One set of 8 is like a sentence. After every 8 count, another 8 count begins, then another, and another. Put on a song and try clapping on every beat of the music 1 through 8. Then try clapping on only the odd counts: 1, 3, 5, and 7. If you're up for more, switch it up and try clapping only on the even numbers. It can help to say the numbers aloud while clapping, but if you're ready for a challenge, try clapping without counting out loud.
Hope you're having a happy new year!