Joyful Motion Dance Studio
Savage, Maryland
410-696-2542
Fun, motivational dance classes for all ages and abilities.
BEGINNING & YOUNG DANCER CLASSES HIP HOP DANCE AGES 6+: The latest moves and groves are explored in this 45 minute funky video / street style class set to popular yet appropriate music. Explore different styles of hip hop from past to present .... smooth to street. This engergetic and free moving style of dance is sure to please! Movements are always kept age appropriate for all of our students in this fresh and fun class broken into the smaller age groups of 6-8 & 8-10. We also offer Hip Hop 2 for students age 10 + with 2 or more years of Hip Hop experience. HIP HOP DANCE AGES 11+: Join us for this popular and fun street style funky dance class. Explore different styles of hip hop from smooth to street. A great class for teens who are interested in the hottest trend to hit the dance studio since breakdancing! As always our movements and choice of music are kept modest and age appropriate.
CARDO HIP HOP FOR ADULTS: A great work out for adults with dance experience or the beginner dancer. Isolations, stretching, toning and cardio work will all be a part of this fun and funky class based on the style of Hip Hop dance. The best part is leotards are not required!! :-) Only comfy clothing and clean tennis shoes.
TOT BALLET, TAP & TUMBLING AGES 2.5 - 3: A great class for children who do not quite meet the age requirements for our pre class, or for the child who is not yet potty trianed. Gross motor movement, imagery, rhythm games and more will teach the youngest of dancers basic ballet, tap and tumbling skills. Pull ups are acceptable and may be worn under leotoards. Must be 2 years 6 months on or before the first day of class.
PRE BALLET, TAP & TUMBLING AGES 3 to 5: These 45 minute classes especially designed with the preshcooler in mind approach dance in a playful manner. Movement to music and song is designed to emphasize coordination, rhythm and motor skill development. Props, imagery and familair tunes are utilized creating an enjoyable experience for little ones. Must be potty trained and be the required age for the class by October 1st.
ELEMENTARY OR BEG. BALLET, TAP & TUMBLINGAGES 5 to 7: These 50 minuteclasses have an upbeat, fun and energetic atmosphere where students will gain confidence and knowledge through ballet, tap and tumbling basics. Barre, center and locomotive movement are explored in each class. Upbeaat music, fun activities and energetic movement fill this class that is sure to please this age group. Must meet required age guidelines by October 1st.
LEVEL I BALLET, TAP & JAZZAGES 8+ : This 70 minute class is designed to give students a firm foundation in ballet, tap and jazz dance and prepare them for our Intermediate Level Program. Level I is open to all children age 8 and up. This fast paced fun class will cover the basics of barre, center and across the floor work in each dance style. Terminology, proper technique and musicality will all be incoorporated into this great class. Must meet required age guidelines by October 1st.
BEGINNER CLASSES FOR TEENS & ADULTS
TEEN TAP & JAZZ AGES 11 +: Expore the styles of tap and jazz in this class geared towards older beginners. Barre, center and across the floor work will all be incorportated into this fun and fast paced class. Basic terminology and a firm foundation in proper technique will be introduced. This is a great class for the older child with limited or no dance experience!
Classes for Intermediate & Advanced Level Dancers
Intermediate & Advanced-Intermediate
As our students progress we offer intemediate level classes in all dance diciplines. Usually students enter the intermediate program anywhere between the ages of 8 and 10 with prior dance experience. (Until then children are placed in classes according to age.) Intermediate and Advanced-Intermediate classes are comprised of 90 minute combination classes that cover ballet, tap and jazz all within one class. Previously learned skills are built upon and perfected while new techniques are introduced.
Advanced Level Classes
At our Advanced Level of classes students are offered a variety 45 to 1 hour long classes each devoted to one dicipline of dance: Tap, Jazz, Ballet or Pointe. With these classes students are able to explore the more difficult techniques of each dance style. Students are invited into the Advanced Program when deemed ready by our staff.
The Joyful Motion Dance Troupe
The Joyful Motion Dance Troupe is comprised of our competitive dance teams who compete in three regional competitions a year and who are also offered other special performance opportunities. Past performance opportinites and ranged from participating in a National competition to traveling to places such as Walt Disney Word, Universal Studios and Sea World to perform. Students in this program have even had the opportunity to perform upon a Carnival Cruise Ship!
Currently we offer competition teams for ages 6 and up which are formed on an invitational basis with current Joyful Motion students being evaluated by thier teachers in the early spring for possible placement on Troupe during thier regular technique classes. Competition team takes a great deal of commitment and requires taking classes anywhere from 2-3 days a week depending on age and level.
Students already enrolled in a Joyful Motion class will be evaluated for placement each spring. Experienced dancers who are not current students that are interested in joining our classes and competition teams may contact the office for more information.
For more information on the JMDT and updates on thier current accomplishments please visit the Troupe Page.
