The BMDC Dance Program is designed for children of all ages who have the desire to learn the disciplines and enjoyment of dance. Barbara Miller Dance Center embraces both the serious and recreational dance student, providing a quality dance education in all disciplines. Our student philosophy is to strive for one's personal best in our fun and nurturing atmosphere. They value the importance dance
plays in their lives and the artistic community at large. Studying dance at BMDC promotes self confidence, passion, and goal-oriented success through performing. Special classes for Ice skating and gymnastics routine. Mommy and me:: 30 minute class fo 18 months- 2.5 year olds (introduces pre-ballet technique)
Pre- ballet I:: 45 minute class for 3 year olds (introduces basic ballet technique, also introduces tap half way through the year)
Pre- ballet II: 45 minute class for 4 year olds (half tap, half ballet)
Kinder dance 1 hour class for 5 year olds. This class was designed for the Kindergarten Student. Students develop a solid foundation for dance. They study Tap, Ballet, and Jazz, while acquiring basic skills to promote strength and flexibility. Ballet: Ballet is the foundation of all forms of dance. It is strongly encouraged that all students participate in Ballet. This form of dance helps dancers to gain strength, flexibility, coordination, and balance, which are necessary in all forms of dance. This technique is also great at enhancing students’ athletic abilities in various sports. Tap: Tap is a rhythmic form of dance that allows students to create specific sounds through intricate movements of their feet. They also develop an understanding of counting music and make noise. Jazz: Jazz is a contemporary form of dance that is usually performed to highly energetic music. There are many different styles that can be incorporated into this technique.This class focuses on coordination, balance, flexibility, strength and performance. Hip Hop: Hip Hop is a street style form of dance that is performed to energetic music. Learn how to isolate parts of your body, tricks, strength and choreography to today's hottest most popular music.