2024 Summer Camps

MONDAY 3:15-4:00

STUDIO A

ADVANCED TAP (level-based)

*Students will perform in our annual recital.

This class is designed for students who have cultivated vocabulary of tap and have developed a strong foundation of tap technique. Focus will be on tap variations, rhythmic quality, syncopation and clear/crisp sounds.   

MONDAY 4:15-5:00

STUDIO A

Dance Team Turns & Leaps 2

This class is designed for high intermediate to advanced level turn and leap technique. Emphasis will be on form, quality, and execution of advanced level turns and jumps. !

MONDAY 4:15-5:00

STUDIO D

PRINCESS PLIES (ages 4-6)

*Will perform in our annual recital

A class designed to work on ballet fundamentals such as barre, center and across the floor all set to different princess music and theming!  A creative and fun approach to ballet for beginning dancers! 

  MONDAY 5:10-6:00 

STUDIO A

Dance Team Ballet and Lines Tech 2

This team class will focus on ballet lines, technique and body form. Emphasis will be placed on position of port de bras, turn-out, alignment, stretching through the knees and legs and proper body alignment and placement. 

 MONDAY 5:10-6:00 

STUDIO B

Dance Team Ballet and Lines Tech 1

This team class will focus on ballet lines, technique and body form. Emphasis will be placed on position of port de bras, turn-out, alignment, stretching through the knees and legs and proper body alignment and placement. 

MONDAY 5:10-6:00 

STUDIO C

PETITE ACRO & TUMBLE Technique (age 5-7)

This class is focused on our young tumblers and acro students! Work on perfecting your bridge, bridge to standing, cartwheels, round-offs, walkovers, hand springs, rainbows and more! *This is not a recital class and focuses solely on technique and skill-building 

MONDAY 6:00-6:50 

STUDIO A

Dance Team Conditioning, Acro and Tumble

This team class will emphasize strength, endurance, muscle building and control, core work and cardio. Focus will also be on acro and tumbling skills at an high intermediate-advanced level.

MONDAY 6:00-6:50  

STUDIO B

Dance Team Conditioning, Acro and Tumble

This team class will emphasize strength, endurance, muscle building and control, core work and cardio. Focus will also be on acro and tumbling skills at a high intermediate level. 

  MONDAY 6-6:50 pm

Ballet/jazz (ages 6-9)

Will perform in our annual recital

A combination class designed for dancers to learn and work on the fundamentals of ballet and jazz  technique. This is a wonderful class for dancers who want to try multiple styles, learn ballet barre, positions and skills and work on jazz fundamental skills, musicality and more. This class is a great pathway into more specific genres as it provides dancers with a well-rounded foundation of dance skills and technique. 

*Directors favorite! 

   MONDAY 7:00-7:45 

STUDIO A

PERFORMANCE TUMBLING (ages 8+)

*Will perform in our annual recital.

This class is focused on the beginner-intermediate tumbler! If you love to tumble and flip, this is the class for you! From rolls, to cartwheels, walkovers, balancing stands and handsprings! Work at your personal individual level!   

 MONDAY 7:00-7:45 

STUDIO B

LEGS, LINES, FEET & STRETCH 

(ages 10+) 

Do you want those long, beautiful extensions and kicks? 

This class is technique based only and will focus on flexibility, long lines, kicks, extensions and feet/ankle strength and alignment, straight legs and knees, hip flexor strength to hold developes, rotation and turn-out. 

TUESDAYS 3:15-4:00

Homework Room

TPS WELLNESS & LIFE SKILLS (ages 11+)

Join us for a weekly "check-in". This has been a class we added that has been valuable to our dancers.  In this class, we work on strategies to balance responsibilities of being a student, athlete, friend and family member. Focus is on strategies to help with time management, goal-setting, handling pressure, study habits, how to handle conflicts, social awareness, learning mindfulness techniques and more! This is a class where students can set aside one hour a week to focus on personal growth in a fun environment with peers.

TUESDAYS 4:15-5:00

STUDIO A

BEGINNER AERIAL SILKS (ages 8+)

**Warm-up, stretch and strength, conditioning skills utilizing aerial silks. Dancers will be introduced to terminology, climbing and base position techniques and beginning level aerial technique such as foot locks, climbs and upside down skills!  There will be a parent viewing performance at the end of the season and dancers will be presented on our slide show at the recital!   .

TUESDAYS 4:15-5:00

STUDIO B

**NEW! COMMERCIAL DANCE 

(ages 11+)

*Will perform in our annual recital

Rooted in the entertainment industry, commercial dance is a prominent form of artistic expression and career paths for many dancers! From music videos, to live performances to commercials and stage productions, this class is designed for high-energy and fun! Come learn the latest dance trends. Skills, and variations of commercial, theatre, and tv!  

TUESDAYS 4:15-5:00

STUDIO C

**NEW! MINI MUSICAL BROADWAY BABIES! (ages 5-7)

*Will perform in our annual recital 

Does your child love to make-believe? Is your child imaginative and expressive? Are they always singing and dancing even down the aisles of the grocery store? If so, this is the class for you! Focus will be on self-expression, performance, musical theatre jazz technique, singing along and acting!  

  TUESDAYS 4:15-5:00

STUDIO D

TOPSY TURVY TUMBLERS (ages 2.5-4)

*Will perform in our annual recital

Let’s get rockin’ and rollin’! A fun class designed for preschoolers who love to roll, flip, climb and jump! Focus is on balance, alignment, safety, strength, posture while learning somersaults, head and hand stands, bridges, splits, back-rolls, cartwheels and more in a safe environment with instructors and spotters, mats, beams and more!  

  TUESDAYS 5-5:50

STUDIO A

CONTEMPORARY MODERN FUSION

(ages 12+ or approval)

Focus is on the fusion of multiple styles such as modern, jazz, ballet and lyrical connecting emotion, technique and groundedness in movement quality. 

  TUESDAYS 5-5:50

STUDIO B

GLVP TUMBLING PERFORMANCE APPLICATION

ANY TPS DANCER CAN PARTICIPATE!

NO COSTUME REQUIRED FOR GLVP CLASSES!

 (Ages 7-17)

*Will perform in annual recital

This application focuses specifically on acrobatics and tumbling only. Learn and perfect rolls, back bends, handstands, cartwheels, aerials, hand springs, contortion, power skills, flexibility, and strength. Will focus on each individual and their own personal level. *Those signed up for the first session will work primarily on tumbling technique 

*Those signed up for the second session will focus on technique as well as a stage routine for recital. *We suggest taking this class for both semesters but students have the option of taking just one session as well.   

  TUESDAYS 5-5:50

STUDIO C

BALLET/TAP (ages 7-9)

*Will perform in annual recital

A combination class designed for dancers  to learn and work on the fundamentals of ballet and tap technique. This is a wonderful class for dancers who want to try multiple styles, learn ballet barre, positions and skills and work on basic tap skills, musicality and rhythm in a fun, encouraging environment.  

  TUESDAYS 5-5:50

STUDIO D

HAPPY HIP HOPPERS (Ages 4.5-7)

*Will perform in annual recital

This is a class for busy, energetic and fast moving dancers! Get wiggling, shaking, jumping, rolling and moving to fun, appropriate music while learning hip hop basics! 

  TUESDAYS 6-6:50

STUDIO A

**NEW! CONVENTION CLASS 

(approval required)

*Not a recital performance class

This class takes dance class to another level! Instead of spending hundreds of dollars on multiple conventions every season, take your weekly convention class here! Dancers will be taught different styles and different combinations each week. Emphasis will be understanding how to adapt to different styles, pick up choreography and more! We will explore many styles such as jazz, jazz funk, hip hop, ballroom, latin, musical theatre, technique and more! If you like elements of surprise and change each week and love a challenge, this class is designed for you! 

 THURSDAYS 4:15-5:00

STUDIO A

INTERMEDIATE SILKS (approval required)

*Will perform in class for parents at the end of the season and will be represented on our recital slide show

This class will be focus on i to new terminology, climbing and position techniques and intermediate level aerial technique. *Minimum of one year of acre/tumbling classes or silks necessary in order to sign up for this class as this class builds off beginner silks and requires significant upper body strength for more developed skills. Must be able to fully climb a silk in order to participate in this level. If not, another season of beginner silks is required in order to advance levels. 

 THURSDAYS 4:15-5:00

STUDIO B

HIP HOP FUNK 2 (ages 8-11)

*Will perform in annual recital

Focus placed on strength and core,  hip hop technique skill sets, rhythm, stylization, footwork, tricks, musicality and choreography. Fast-paced and fun! 

  THURSDAYS 4:15-5:00

STUDIO D

CREATIVE MOVERS & GROOVERS (ages2-4)

Let’s get those wiggles out in our preschool movement class! This class focuses on basic dance skills, coordination, balance and more through the use of props, instruments, hoops, mats, climbing, music and more!  A perfect class for active toddlers that are new to class structure!

THURSDAYS 5-5:50

STUDIO A

MUSICAL THEATRE PRODUCTION 

(must be at least 7 years of age to enroll)

Join us for a journey through theatre, acting, dancing, singing and the ability to put together a “mini stage production” that will be presented on the TPS recital stage!!

We provide professional theatre and voice coaches along with dance and stage instructors while putting together a full production featuring leads as well as ensembles. Be a part of the stage performance AND learn what it is like to work behind the scenes by creating stage props and scenery as well! Performers will work together to put together a comprehensive theatre production while having the option to “audition” for parts they choose (optional auditions for leads, singing and more). We also provide theatre activities and games that help our performers develop character and more! 

  THURSDAYS 5-5:50

STUDIO B

OPEN MATS (approval required)

This class is designed for self-motivated and disciplined dancers/tumblers who want to have an extra hour to focus on personal goals! Dancers/tumblers will create tumbling/tricks goals sheets and break down elements to help them achieved those goals with a professional “spotter/instructor” who will guide them in their success. If your dancer wants to take their skills to the next level while focusing on individual and personal goals, this is the class for you!

THURSDAYS 5-5:50 

STUDIO C

Boogey Boppers (age 4-6)

*Will perform in annual recital

Because this is a student favorite, we are bringing in another tumbling combo class similar to funky tumblers.  Students will learn a combination of jazz fundamentals while also developing  tumbling skills! Come learn two styles in one class and showcase those skills on our big stage! 

THURSDAYS 5-5:50 

STUDIO C

Ballet/Hip Hop (ages 6-9)

*Will perform in annual recital

A combination class designed for dancers to learn and work on fundamentals of ballet and hip hop technique.  This is a wonderful class for dancers who want to multiple styles, learn ballet barre, positions and skills and work on hip hop footwork, stylization, isolations, tricks and more. This class offers a great balance of control and focus as well as fun and energy.

  THURSDAYS 6-6:50

STUDIO D

STORYBOOK BALLET (ages 3-5)

*Will perform in annual recital

This class is focused on the beginner ballet dancer who loves to be part of the story! Come learn ballet technique while dancing in town with Belle, in Arendelle with Elsa, in New Orleans with Tiana, with wands at the ball with Cinderella, on stage with Angelina Ballerina and more! Storybooks will be incorporated in this ballet class designed for your tiny dancer in mind! 

   THURSDAYS 6-6:50

STUDIO A

CLASSICAL BALLET TRAINING

 (ages 10+ or approval)

*Will perform a set variation that will only be worked on the last 6 weeks of class to put all skills together and showcase.

Don’t skip out on your ballet class! This class is a MUST for dancers looking to improve their overall lines, strength and dance technique. Emphasis is on fluidity and grace, arms, correct form and turn-out. This class is also a prerequisite into pre-point and point which will be offered next season again. Don’t miss your chance to expand your ballet vocabulary, technique!  

  THURSDAYS 6-6:50

STUDIO B

LYRICAL 2/3 (ages 9-14)

*Will perform in annual recital

A  dance style that embodies various aspects of ballet, jazz, flexibility, and modern dance technique while emphasizing other aspects of performance, such as improvisation, storytelling, and choreography! Focus is on intermediate-advanced technique, leg lines, port de bras, floor work and more. Very popular with our dancers and fills up quickly! This class is recommended for those with multiple years of combo classes or have already taken lyrical 1 & 2.

*For advanced class focusing solely on technique, see our legs, lines and feet offered on Mondays. 

  THURSDAYS 6-6:50

STUDIO C

LYRICAL 1 (ages 8-13)

*Will perform in our annual recital

A  dance style that embodies various aspects of ballet, jazz, flexibility, and modern dance technique while emphasizing other aspects of performance, such as improvisation, storytelling, and choreography! Focus is on beginning-intermediate technique, leg lines, port de bras, floor work and more. Very popular with our dancers and fills up quickly! This class is recommended for those who are aging out of combo classes and are ready to try full hour classes focused on adding stylization and emotion to ballet technique!