Summer Session
Summer is a great time for dancers to continue working on technical skills while keeping their bodies conditioned. Maybe you’d like to try a new style, or take class from a different teacher? Scroll down to see what Elevation Dance Center has to offer!
For our beginner dancers, please register for the beginning or Foundations level class. You will gain the fundamentals in the respective dance style. For those dancers that have more experience, please contact the studio to set up a level placement class. We would be happy to provide our expert recommendations to meet your dance goals.
Email info@elevationdc.com or call or text our studio line, 916-884-2851.
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Tiny Dancers Program (Ages 2-3 years)
- 4 week Session
Introduces your dancer to a studio setting and following instructor’s directions. Dancers have the opportunity to socialize with their peers and work on coordination and listening skills. This is done through simple and creative movements and routines, using songs, props, and games. No Class will be held the week of 7/1-7/6.
Mini Movers Program (Ages 4-6)
- Pink PJ Party: Dancing in my Dreams Camp
- DJ Dino’s Hip Hop Stomp Camp
- In My Sparkle Era Mini Movers Camp
- Passport to Royalty Camp
- Ballet & Tap Combo Class
- Hip Hop Mini Movers Class
June 18th-20th 9:30am-12:30pm
What do you get when you mix a sweet & sassy sleepover with a dreamy dance party? Pink Pajama Party: Dancing in My Dreams! Grab your pinkest PJs and your dreamiest doll for this dazzling jazz, hip hop and ballet dance camp. From delightful games and glittery crafts to enchanted dreams and pinktastic parties, dancers will make magical memories with their fancy friends doing alllll things slumber party! If your dancer loves Barbie, this will be the dance camp of their dreams!
June 18th-20th 1:00pm-4:00pm
Get ready to break it down with hip hop moves and jurassic grooves in this earthshaking hip hop dino camp! As a member of DJ Dino’s Hip Hop Crew, your energetic dino dancer will explore the land of Hip-Hop-O-Toa and star in the the annual Rappin’ Raptor Reptile Rock Out! Not only will they learn dino-mite hip hop moves (always age appropriate, of course!), they’ll also dig the supersaurus crafts and dino games each day in this fast-paced, high energy camp! It’s sure to be a prehistoric time!
July 16th-18th 9:30am-12:30pm
Drop everything now because this iconic dance camp is SPARKLING! If you love to dance, sing (karaoke) and perform with your dance besties, you will have a blast shaking it off as you launch into an era of fearless fun and fame! The glitter and glam will be off the charts, and your jazz and hip hop dancing will never go out of style! Are you ready for it? Baby, just say yes to this bejeweled summer fun, and get ready to make the whole place shimmer!
July 23rd-25th 9:30am-12:30pm
Calling all dancing princesses! Whether your favorite princess travels by air on a magic carpet or swims under the sea with her mermaid tail…lives in an enchanted forest or dwells under a spell in a charmed castle, you don’t want to miss this magical dance camp filled with adventure! Bring your favorite princess dollie along with you and, together, travel to meet four V.I.P.s (Very Important Princesses) in their magical castles as you fill your Passport to Royalty with dancing fun! You’ll go on a scavenger hunt for sparkly jewels, dance around underwater treasure chests, and create glittering crafts for both you and your princess dollie! This ballet and tap dance camp is the perfect passport offering twice the fun for you and your favorite princess dollie friend!
This class consists of both ballet and tap styles. Students will engage in simple exercises to develop balance, coordination, body strength, and dance technique. This class works on the foundation of a strong, well rounded dancer, while preparing them for our longer classes once basic skills are developed.
No classes will be held July 1st-July 6th.
Hip Hop is a high energy class, mixing fundamental technique with imaginative freedom. This class will allow children to better understand their movement through body isolations, as well as expand their knowledge and creativity through improvisation. Children will learn to count music, memorize choreography, and perform fast and intricate movement. Closed toed shoes are required for this class.
No classes will be held July 1st-July 6th.
Foundations Program (Ages 7+)
Our Foundations program is geared toward dancers that want to take 1-2 classes per week, but would also enjoy other activities. We offer classes for beginners, as well as classes that continue to grow dancers moving up from our Mini Mover program. Introducing beginner skills and technique in each style, whether you’re interested in ballet, acro, jazz, tap, or hip hop, there’s a class option and style for everyone.
Performance, Competition, and Company opportunities are possible in this program level.
- In My Sparkle Era Foundations Camp
- Acro Foundations Class
- Ballet Foundations Class
- Ballet Foundations 2 Class
- Ballet 3/4 Class
- Hip Hop Foundations Class
- Jazz Foundations Class
- Tap Foundations Class
July 16th-18th 1:00pm-4:00pm
Drop everything now because this iconic dance camp is SPARKLING! If you love to dance, sing (karaoke) and perform with your dance besties, you will have a blast shaking it off as you launch into an era of fearless fun and fame! The glitter and glam will be off the charts, and your jazz and hip hop dancing will never go out of style! Are you ready for it? Baby, just say yes to this bejeweled summer fun, and get ready to make the whole place shimmer!
Acro is a fusion of classic dance technique and the precision and athleticism of acrobatic/gymnastic elements. Dancers develop flexibility and strength, by working on balancing, limbering, tumbling, and partnering as the Acrobatic Arts syllabus is taught. Students are highly encouraged to enroll in ballet simultaneously.
No classes will be held July 1st-July 6th.
A classical dance form consisting of precise movements and body positions. Students who practice ballet develop correct posture, body alignment, grace, poise, and technical versatility. Skills gained from ballet will be used in all other forms of dance.
No classes will be held July 1st-July 6th.
A classical dance form consisting of precise movements and body positions. Students who practice ballet develop correct posture, body alignment, grace, poise, and technical versatility. Skills gained from ballet will be used in all other forms of dance.
Need teacher permission to register. Pre-requisite: Ballet Foundations 1 or equivalent experience. Students are highly encouraged to enroll in a Jazz class/clinic during our Summer 2024 Session.
No classes will be held July 1st-July 6th.
A classical dance form consisting of precise movements and body positions. Students who practice ballet develop correct posture, body alignment, grace, poise, and technical versatility. Skills gained from ballet will be used in all other forms of dance.
Need teacher permission to register. Pre-requisite: Ballet Foundations 2 or equivalent experience. Students are highly encouraged to enroll in a Jazz class/clinic during our Summer 2024 Session.
No classes will be held July 1st-July 6th.
Hip Hop is a high energy class, mixing fundamental technique with imaginative freedom. This class will allow children to better understand their movement through body isolations, as well as expand their knowledge and creativity through improvisation. Children will learn to count music, memorize choreography, and perform fast and intricate movement. Closed toed shoes are required for this class.
No classes will be held July 1st-July 6th.
A versatile dance style characterized by dynamic quality and muscle isolations. Jazz combines the basic techniques of ballet with the modern steps of pop and broadway/musical theater. Dancers develop balance, body control, strength, and flexibility in order to build technical skills for jumping, leaping, and turning. Students are highly encouraged to enroll in ballet simultaneously.
No classes will be held July 1st-July 6th.
Tap is a percussive style of dance that teaches rhythm, musicality, and timing through movements of the feet. Dancers will develop balance and coordination, with an emphasis on performance quality. Tap shoes are required for this class.
No classes will be held July 1st-July 6th.
Elevate Program (Ages 9+)
Our Elevate program is for our dancers who have some experience, and understand the importance of a strong ballet foundation. Dancers often take more than 1-2 classes per week, but might still maintain time for other activities. With a wide selection of classes to choose from, we’d love to help your dancer grow and reach their dance goals.
Performance, Competition, and Company opportunities are possible in this program level.
- Ballet 5/PrePointe Intensive
- Acro Elevate Clinic
- Jazz Elevate Clinic
- Tap Elevate Clinic
- Hip Hop Elevate Class
A classical dance form consisting of precise movements and body positions. Students who practice ballet develop correct posture, body alignment, grace, poise, and technical versatility. Skills gained from ballet will be used in all other forms of dance.
Need teacher permission to register. Pre-requisite: Ballet 4 or equivalent experience. Students are highly encouraged to enroll in a Jazz class/clinic during our Summer 2024 Session, as well as both weeks of the PrePointe Intensive.
No classes will be held July 1st-July 6th.
Acro is a fusion of classic dance technique and the precision and athleticism of acrobatic/gymnastic elements. Dancers develop flexibility and strength, by working on balancing, limbering, tumbling, and partnering as the Acrobatic Arts syllabus is taught. Dancers will learn to blend musicality, expression, line, and extension with acrobatic movements in a dance context.
Need teacher permission to register. Pre-requisite: Acro-Foundations 2 or equivalent experience. Students must also be enrolled in a ballet class/clinic during our Summer 2024 Session.
No classes will be held July 1st-July 6th.
A versatile dance style characterized by dynamic quality and muscle isolations. Jazz combines the basic techniques of ballet with the modern steps of pop and broadway/musical theater. Dancers develop balance, body control, strength, and flexibility in order to build technical skills for jumping, leaping, and turning. Need teacher permission to register.
Pre-requisite: Jazz 2 or equivalent experience. Students must also be enrolled in a Ballet class/clinic during our Summer 2024 Session.
No classes will be held July 1st-July 6th.
Tap is a percussive style of dance that teaches rhythm, musicality, and timing through movements of the feet. Dancers will develop balance and coordination, with an emphasis on performance quality. Tap shoes are required for this class.
Need teacher permission to register. Pre-requisite: Tap 2 or equivalent experience. Students are strongly encouraged to enroll in a Jazz class/clinic during our Summer 2024 Session, as well as both weeks of the tap clinic.
No classes will be held July 1st-July 6th.
Hip Hop is a high energy class, mixing fundamental technique with imaginative freedom. This class will allow children to better understand their movement through body isolations, as well as expand their knowledge and creativity through improvisation. Children will learn to count music, memorize choreography, and perform fast and intricate movement. Closed toed shoes are required for this class.
Pre-requisite: Hip Hop Foundations, or equivalent experience. Students are strongly encouraged to also enroll in a jazz class/clinic during our Summer 2024 Session.
No classes will be held July 1st-July 6th.
Elite Program (Ages 11+)
Our Elite program is for highly committed dancers who want to advance their skills at a faster rate. Dancers take multiple classes and dance styles per week, and choose dance as their main activity. Classes encompass complete education of the dancer, including health and wellness, injury prevention, and preparing to dance beyond our studio. If your dancer dreams big, let us help take them to the next level.
Performance, Competition, and Company opportunities are possible in this program level.
- PrePointe Intensive
- Acro
- Jazz
- Hip Hop
- Tap
A classical dance form consisting of precise movements and body positions. Students who practice ballet develop correct posture, body alignment, grace, poise, and technical versatility. Skills gained from ballet will be used in all other forms of dance.
Need teacher permission to register. Pre-requisite: Ballet 4 or equivalent experience. Students are required to enroll in a Jazz class/clinic during our Summer 2024 Session, as well as both weeks of the PrePointe Intensive.
No classes will be held July 1st-July 6th.
Acro is a fusion of classic dance technique and the precision and athleticism of acrobatic/gymnastic elements. Dancers develop flexibility and strength, by working on balancing, limbering, tumbling, and partnering as the Acrobatic Arts syllabus is taught. Dancers will learn to blend musicality, expression, line, and extension with acrobatic movements in a dance context.
Need teacher permission to register. Pre-requisite: Acro-Foundations 2 or equivalent experience. Students must also be enrolled in a ballet class/clinic during our Summer 2024 Session.
Enroll in Acro Elevate clinic.
No classes will be held July 1st-July 6th.
A versatile dance style characterized by dynamic quality and muscle isolations. Jazz combines the basic techniques of ballet with the modern steps of pop and broadway/musical theater. Dancers develop balance, body control, strength, and flexibility in order to build technical skills for jumping, leaping, and turning. Need teacher permission to register.
Enroll in Jazz Elevate Intensive. Pre-requisite: Jazz 2 or equivalent experience. Students must also be enrolled in a Ballet class/clinic during our Summer 2024 Session.
No classes will be held July 1st-July 6th.
Hip Hop is a high energy class, mixing fundamental technique with imaginative freedom. This class will allow children to better understand their movement through body isolations, as well as expand their knowledge and creativity through improvisation. Children will learn to count music, memorize choreography, and perform fast and intricate movement. Closed toed shoes are required for this class.
Enroll in Hip Hop Elevate class. Students must also be enrolled in a jazz class/clinic during our Summer 2024 Session.
No classes will be held July 1st-July 6th.
Tap is a percussive style of dance that teaches rhythm, musicality, and timing through movements of the feet. Dancers will develop balance and coordination, with an emphasis on performance quality. Tap shoes are required for this class.
Need teacher permission to register. Pre-requisite: Tap 2 or equivalent experience. Students are required to enroll in a Jazz class/clinic during our Summer 2024 Session, as well as both weeks of the tap clinic.
No classes will be held July 1st-July 6th.
Company Program (Ages 7+)
Our Company program is for highly committed dancers who want to advance their skills at a faster rate, and have more performance or competitive opportunities. Dancers take multiple classes and dance styles per week, and choose dance as their main activity. Classes encompass complete education of the dancer, including health and wellness, injury prevention, and preparing to dance beyond our studio.
- Company Intensive
Dancers will learn proper warm up and audition technique to prepare for competition, as well as adjust to learning and perfecting choreography in a faster pace environment. This intensive is by invite only and is required for our dancers in our Company for the 24-25 dance season.
Ballet, Strength and Conditioning, and an additional dance style class will be Company requirements during our 24-25 dance season, along with a weekly Company class. Tap class is also strongly encouraged. It is recommended to enroll in the coordinating Clinics during our Summer Session.
Adult Program (Ages 18+)
- Ballet Class
- Tap Class
- Hip Hop Class
A classical dance form consisting of precise movements and body positions. Students who practice ballet develop correct posture, body alignment, grace, poise, and technical versatility. Skills gained from ballet will be used in all other forms of dance. Class will be tailored to fit dancers at varying levels of experience and technical proficiency.
No classes will be held July 1st-July 6th, as well as June 24th and July 22nd.
Tap is a percussive style of dance that teaches rhythm, musicality, and timing through movements of the feet. Dancers will develop balance and coordination, with an emphasis on performance quality. Tap shoes are required for this class. Class will be tailored to fit dancers at varying levels of experience and technical proficiency.
No classes will be held July 1st-July 6th, as well as June 25th and July 16th.
Hip Hop is a high energy class, mixing fundamental technique with imaginative freedom. This class will allow children to better understand their movement through body isolations, as well as expand their knowledge and creativity through improvisation. Children will learn to count music, memorize choreography, and perform fast and intricate movement. Closed toed shoes are required for this class.
No classes will be held July 1st-July 6th, as well as July 10th.
Private Lessons
One on one lessons in any subject we currently offer classes in. Open to all experience levels. Please call the studio to discuss schedule.
Don’t see what you’re looking for? We have interest lists forming!
Email info@elevationdc.com or call or text us during business hours to let us know what classes you’re interested in.