Exceptional Dance Training for Every Dancer
Give your child the gift of movement, confidence, and creativity through our General Dance Program. At Nor Cal Dance Arts, dancers receive the same high-quality instruction from our professional faculty in a supportive and encouraging environment—without the time commitment required for competitive training.
Our classes are designed to help dancers build strong technical foundations while developing coordination, musicality, and confidence. Students explore a variety of dance styles and learn the discipline, creativity, and teamwork that help them grow both in and out of the studio.
In a fun, safe, and welcoming atmosphere, dancers are encouraged to express themselves, challenge their abilities, and discover a lifelong love of dance.
Whether your child is stepping into their very first class or continuing to grow as a dancer, our program provides a positive training experience that supports every student’s individual journey.
Learn more about our class styles and attire….
Combo (Jazz & Tap)
This combo class introduces dancers to both jazz and tap in a fun and engaging format. Students build coordination, rhythm, musicality, and foundational technique while exploring two exciting styles of dance.
Attire:
Leotard or dance top with leggings or shorts. Jazz shoes and tap shoes required. Hair secured away from the face.
Combo (Ballet & Jazz)
This class combines foundational ballet technique with the energy and performance style of jazz. It is a great introduction to dance training while helping dancers build strength, coordination, and confidence.
Attire:
Leotard and tights or fitted dancewear. Ballet shoes and jazz shoes recommended. Hair secured away from the face.
Ballet
Ballet is the foundation of all dance training. Dancers develop posture, strength, flexibility, balance, and discipline through structured barre and center exercises while learning classical ballet vocabulary and technique.
Attire:
Leotard and tights with ballet shoes. Ballet skirts or fitted dance shorts optional. Hair secured in a bun when possible.
Hip Hop
Hip Hop is a high-energy class that focuses on rhythm, coordination, freestyle movement, and performance style. Dancers learn foundational hip hop grooves and choreography while building confidence and musicality.
Attire:
Comfortable athletic wear such as joggers, shorts, or leggings with a t-shirt or dance top. Clean sneakers designated for studio use.
Acro & Tumbling
Acro combines elements of classical dance technique with acrobatic skills to build strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination. Dancers learn safe progressions for skills such as balances, limbering, tumbling, and partner work while maintaining strong dance technique and control. Acro training helps dancers develop body awareness, confidence, and athletic ability that supports many styles of dance.
Attire:
Leotard or fitted dancewear with leggings or shorts. Barefoot recommended. Hair secured away from the face.
Jazz
Jazz is an energetic and dynamic style that focuses on rhythm, musicality, strength, and performance quality. Classes include technique exercises, turns, jumps, and stylized choreography designed to build confidence and stage presence.
Attire:
Leotard, dance top, or fitted athletic wear with leggings or shorts. Jazz shoes or half-sole turners. Hair pulled back.
Contemporary
Contemporary dance blends elements of ballet, jazz, and modern dance to create expressive and emotional movement. Dancers explore fluidity, control, floor work, and storytelling while developing strong technique and artistic expression.
Attire:
Fitted dancewear such as a leotard, dance top, or sports bra with leggings or dance shorts. Hair secured away from the face. Barefoot or contemporary socks.
Leaps & Turns
This specialty technique class focuses on developing strong turns, jumps, and aerial skills used across many styles of dance. Dancers work on balance, coordination, strength, and proper technique to safely execute advanced skills.
Attire:
Fitted dancewear such as a leotard or dance top with shorts or leggings. Jazz shoes or turners recommended. Hair secured away from the face.
Technique
Technique class focuses on strengthening the fundamental skills needed for all styles of dance. Dancers work on flexibility, strength, alignment, coordination, and control to support overall dance development.
Attire:
Fitted dancewear such as a leotard, dance top, or athletic wear with leggings or shorts. Jazz shoes, ballet shoes, or bare feet depending on the class focus. Hair secured away from the face.
Master the fundamentals of dance while developing critical life skills
Get high-quality dance instruction that helps your child thrive in and beyond the studio. Register for our general dance program today.