The Artist program represents levels II-IV; the most advanced level of training at ASA. Artist classes expand on proper fundamental training learned in previous programs, while pushing for higher technical skill and artistic expression.
This program is specifically designed to help foster a technically sound and well-rounded dancer.
Artist program dancers are required to take at least 2 classes per week, but 3 is preferred. Teacher approval is required for all Artists Program classes.
Artist dancers must participate in the end of year recital.
Ballet II/Pre-Pointe
Fall Classes: Wednesday 7:15-8:30
Attire: Teal camisole leotard, pink ballet tights, split sole leather or canvas ballet shoes, hair in secure bun.
Ballet III
Fall Classes: Wednesday 7:30-8:45
Attire: Royal blue (level III) or Black (Level IV) camisole leotard, pink ballet tights, split sole canvas ballet shoes, hair in secure bun.
Pointe I & II
Fall Classes: 8:45-9:15
Attire: Assigned level leotard, pink ballet tights, approved Pointe shoes, hair in secure bun. Ballet skirts allowed.
Contemporary II
Fall Classes: Wednesday 6:15-7:15
Attire: Form-fitting athletic gear, lyrical shoes, socks or barefoot, hair in secure ponytail.
Contemporary III & IV
Fall Classes: Monday 7:45-8:45
Attire: Form-fitting athletic gear, lyrical shoes, socks or barefoot, hair in secure ponytail.
Leaps/Turns II
Fall Classes: Tuesday 6:30-7:30
Attire: Form-fitting athletic gear, jazz or lyrical shoes, hair in secure ponytail.
Leaps/Turns III & IV
Fall Classes: Tuesday 6:45-7:45
Attire: Form-fitting athletic gear, jazz or lyrical shoes, hair in secure ponytail.
Jazz II
Fall Classes: Tuesday 7:30-8:30
Attire: Form-fitting athletic gear, black or tan jazz shoes, hair in secure ponytail.
Jazz III & IV
Fall Classes: Tuesday 7:15-8:15
Attire: Form-fitting athletic gear, black or tan jazz shoes, hair in secure ponytail.
Hip Hop II
Fall Classes: Tuesday 4:45-5:30
Attire: Form-fitting athletic gear, clean gym shoes, hair in secure ponytail.
Hip Hop III
Fall Classes: Wednesday 6:15-7:00
Attire: Form-fitting athletic gear, clean gym shoes, hair in secure ponytail.
Tap II/III
Fall Classes: Monday 6:00-6:45
Attire: Form-fitting athletic gear, black or tan tap shoes, hair in secure ponytail.
Acro II
Fall Classes: Thursday 5:45-6:30
Attire: Form-fitting athletic gear or leotard & shorts, no shoes or socks, hair in secure ponytail.
Contact us to schedule a FREE trial class for proper placement
at 630.326.9600 or info@astepaboveacademy.net