Turning Pointe Theatre
Koln, Germany
(The Dome)

Turning Pointe Centre for the Arts 

 Class  Description

Ballet                            
     
     Ballet is the base of all dance forms; at Turning Pointe we use the Vaganova teaching method.  In the early 1990's  Russian ballerina Agrippina Vagonva developed the style that bears her name ( Vaganova Technique).  Madam Vaganova taught the method in St.Petersburg, Russia at the Kirov Theater School.   This technique result in more lyrical upper body movements and increased strength, precision, and agility. In turn,we will teach student to dance with their whole body, acquire harmonious movements and develop into a more graceful and powerful performer.

Ages: 7yrs  thru Professional & Adult Program
Levels: Level I - Level VI
Length:  1 hr to 1.5 hr classes

Pointe & Variations & Adagio
                            
      Pointe is for the more serious student wanting to further their technique and knowledge of Ballet. Each pointe student is required to take two 1.5 hr technique classes per week.  This ensures enough class time to strengthen the dancers feet and placement.  It is vitally important that the student is strong enough to go on pointe and not get injured.
     Variations classes teaches students classical and contemporary choreography to broaden the students repitoire.
     Adagio classes teach students how to properly partner in variations and pas de deux choreography.

Ages: 9yrs thru  Professional
Levels: Level II (pre-pointe) through Level VI
Length:  30 min. to 1 hr classes

Jazz & Lyrical               
                          
      The only true American dance form was formed in the late 1950's early 1960's through the influence of the blues era.  Gus Giordano's Jazz technique has developed into the leading jazz standard and he is
considered Father of Jazz in America.
     The Giordano technique incorporates elements of classical ballet technique into the jazz dance style and format. Strict attention is focused on alignment, technique and style. 
    Today, Jazz comes in many styles from Broadway, Musical Theater, Funk, and Lyrical.
   We at TPCA proudly offer all styles of jazz but focusing on true technical skills to educate the dancer which will prepare them for career opportunities or dance just for fun.

Ages: 6yrs  thru Professional & Adults
Levels: Kinderdanze through Level VI
Length:  30 min. to 1 hr classes

Hip-Hop                          
                      
     Hip-Hop is a form of dance that is 30 years old and has become a popular urban youth culture style of dance.  It's roots began in 1974 in the streets of the Broncs.  This innovative style of dance is a fusion of
all forms and styles of dance where the freedom of expression is revealed.  Students are encouraged to get out of their "comfort zone" and MOVE!  You will learn how to glide, pop, lock and break - the 4 components of hip-hop movement.  It combines funk and street styles along with jazz technique and freestyle.
 
Ages: 7yrs thru Professional & Adults
Levels: beginner - advanced
Length:  1hr - 1.5 hrs classes

Tap                                 
                   
     Our program instructs students in both Classical and Rhythm Tap styles.  Classical tap emphasizes more upper body movements along with makeing traditional tap sounds.  Styles vary from Swing to Broadway. Rhythm tap employs close footwork with syncopated
rhythmic beats. We teach technique from a variety of styles but our focus is the Al Gilbert method.

Ages: 6yrs thru Professional  & Adults
Levels: beginner - advanced
Length:  .30 min. - 1hr classes

Musical Theater & Acting          

            This program is for students interested in singing, dancing, and acting - which incorporates all aspects of Musical Theater.  This class will introduce musical shows, plays, movies, choregraphy, songs,and even creative style theater.  Students will learn the components of staging, make-up, costuming, and lighting. Each student will be expected to keep a notebook for literature, sheet music, and other information that will be handed out.  Evaluation will be needed for proper
placement. Private lessons are offerd in dance, voice, acting
and piano.

Ages: 6yrs thru Advance & Adult Program
Levels: beginner - advanced
Length:  .30 min. - 1hr classes

Combo I-II-III                              
                    
     This program introduces the young child to the wonderful world of dance (ballet & tap), theater, music, tumbling - which enriches the imagination.  TPCA triesto open the childs creative talents while challenging them to develope fundamentally. Combiantion classes teach muscle skill coordination, balance, rhythm, flexibility and fine motor skill development. Fun begins with music, dance and your child's imaginiation.

Ages: 3yrs  thru 5yrs
Levels: Level I - II - II
Length: 1hr classes

Kinderdanze                  
   
     This program is uniquely developed to help the transition from combination classes to the hour class.Children should transition by age and physical development and not pushed into classes that will cause joint damage and muscle pain.  Our belief is that the physical well being of our students is vitally important, therefore we developed the Kinderdanze program to suite the develpment levels of a 6yr old.  We teach ballet, tap, tumbling, stretching, musical theater, creative learning and introduction to jazz at this age.  This class is uniquely an hour and half to better suite the develpment stages of our students.  After completing this program children are much better prepared physically and emotionally for hour classes.

Ages: 6yr old program
Levels:  Kinderdanze
Length: 1.5 hr classes

Praise & Worship 
                               
      Worship in the Arts is our gift from the Father to Glorfy Him.  TPCA offers classes to teach technique, mime, movement, and choreography to inspire the worshiper in their gifts.  Dance is a tool to bring honor, joy,
 fight battles and to free our souls from bondage.  Our expression of freedom..Classes are offerd for kid's through Adults and no dance experience is needed to participate, just a heart of worship.

Ages: 6yrs  thru Adult
Levels: Kid's Praise - Professional
Length: 1hr classes

Teen / Adult Program      

         Our Teen / Adult programs offer classes in all dance disciplines: Ballet, Tap. Jazz, Hip-Hop, Ballroom, Stretching & Conditioning, Body Sculpting (Dancercize), and Praise & Worship.

No experience needed, just come and enjoy the sweat
and fellowship.
 
Ages: Teen/ Adult
Levels: beginner - professional
Length: 1hr classes

Dancercize  (Body Sculpting) & Bible Study
                              
   Dancercize is a fun way to loose weight and get in shape... your health is your most precious gift.  Let us help you feel better. We use light weights for body sculpting, stretching, simple aerobic dance moves, floor and barre work.  Each week we have a Bible study and prayer time at the end of each class.  Come join our program today and let us be part of your encouragment team.

Ages: Adult
Levels: ANY
Length: 1hr classes

Stretching & Conditioning                
                        
     This class focuses on the fundamental ways to get your body more flexible and stronger for a healthier you.   Class will start with warm-up excercizes to get the muscles moving and ready for strengthening.  The
last portion of the class focuses on stretching and lengthening the muscles for overall better health.  No experience is needed to take this class.

Ages: Adult
Levels: ANY
Length: 1hr classes

Ballroom & Open Style   

     Ballroom is the craze today thanks to "Dancing with the Stars" and shows that promote the love and joy of dance.  This class offers a variety of styles from, Waltz, Cha Cha, Shag and the list goes on.  We focus
 on the joy of movement and styles that dance has given us through the decades.  It's a fun and easy way to get in shape or just enjoy the friends you will make. Teens and Adults only for this class and no experience needed, just willing feet... to move, move, move....!

Ages: Teen / Adult
Levels: ANY
Length: 1hr classes

Vocal, Choir and Private Classes             

      Vocal training begins with technique and music skill development and moves into the repertory vocal exercises.  The instructor can develope the student's ability to match pitch, vocal range, and his or her ability to sing legato and staccato.  The abilty to hear and understand correction, match pitch and rhythms, and to make adjustments will be taught during your sessions. Students will learn a simple song so the
instructor can judge how accurately and expressivley  the text is pronounced. Students will be required to keep a notebook for literature and sheet music. 

 Private and group classes are offered.

Ages: 9yrs  thru Professional
Levels:  ALL
Length:  30 min. to 1hr classes

Piano Lessons
              
      The student will recieve 1/2 hour to an hour private piano lessons are availble, contact our office for set times.

Ages: 5yrs  thru  Adults
Levels: begginer - advanced
Length:  30 min. to 1hr classes


Woodwind Instruments

    Begginner through Advance classes taught, group and private times available.

Modeling & Etiquette    
        
      Students 3-5 years old will recieve a 30 min. private sesssion and kids 6 and up will be offered group classes.We offer beginner through Advanced Modeling.  See TPMT Agency page for details. 

Pageant Training             

       All phases of pageant competition are offered: Interview, Talent, Wardrobing, Make-up, ImageConsulting, Walking, Stances, and Swim suite.

Turning Pointe Centre for the Arts
Turning Pointe Models & Talent Agency
Turning Pointe Theatre
4732 Augusta Road, Suite-A
Lexington, SC  29073

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