2026-2027 class schedule
We are excited to share the 2026-2027 dance schedule! At Stage West, we offer a diverse schedule of classes for all ages and skill levels, including ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, and more. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced dancer, our expert instructors are here to guide you every step of the way.
Check out our class schedule below to find your dancer's level and style that fits your goals.
We can't wait to dance with you!
The dance schedule is broken down by the following levels:
Mini: Ages 6 and under, beginner dancers
Petite: Ages 6 - 9, beginner dancers
Junior: Ages 8 - 10
Pre-teen: Ages 10 - 14
Teen: Ages 10-14
Senior: Ages 15 - 18
Placement is determined by our staff and can vary based on experience and ability.
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Dress code
ALL DANCERS MUST WEAR APPROPRIATE DANCE ATTIRE TO EVERY CLASS.
Leotards are preferred but not required, so long as dance attire is tight-fitting and easy to move in. Two-pieces and athletic wear such as leggings, sports bras, shorts, and tank tops are appropriate. Baggy clothes, sweatpants and street clothes will not be tolerated. Fitted warm-up layers can be worn in winter months.
Hair is required to be neatly and securely pulled back out of the face in a ponytail or bun.
Dancers are required to wear all correct shoes for each class, including:
Ballet: Capezio or Bloch pink, canvas or leather ballet slippers
Tap:
(Mini - Senior) Bloch or Capezio split-sole tap shoes with laces in black
(Tiny Tots) Capezio brand Mary-Jane tap shoes in black
Jazz: Capezio slip on jazz shoes in black
Hip Hop: Capezio or Bloch supportive dance sneakers with spin spots or any clean sneaker that does not have a black bottom.
Tiny Tots, Minis, and Petites can wear tutus/skirts.
Apple Watches/Smart Watches will not be permitted unless needed for health purposes.
Class Descriptions
Ballet
Ballet is a type of performance dance that originated during the Italian Renaissance in the 15th century and later developed into a concert dance form in France and Russia. It has since become a widespread and highly technical form of dance with its own vocabulary. Ballet has been influential globally and has defined the foundational techniques, which are used in many other dance genres and cultures.
Jazz
Jazz Dance is a performance style that originated in the U.S. in the early 20th century. It can refer to vernacular jazz, Broadway, or dramatic jazz, though the term is often used loosely and may not relate directly to jazz music. Since the 1940s, it has described the work of choreographers like Bob Fosse and Jerome Robbins in Hollywood and Broadway. By the 1990s, it also encompassed college dance classes using pop and jazz music. Some classes incorporate electroswing, blending jazz with electronic dance music.
Tap
Tap is a form of dance that uses the sounds of tap shoes striking the floor as a form of percussion; it is often accompanied by music. Tap dancing can also be performed with no musical accompaniment; the sound of the taps is its own music.
Hip Hop
Hip Hop is a range of street dance styles primarily performed to hip hop music or that have evolved as part of hip hop culture. It is influenced by a wide range of styles that were created in the 1970s and made popular by dance crews in the United States. The dance industry responded with a commercial, studio-based version of hip-hop—sometimes called "new style"—and a hip-hop influenced style of jazz dance called "jazz-funk". Classically trained dancers developed these studio styles in order to create choreography from the hip-hop dances that were performed on the street. Because of this development, hip-hop dance is practiced in both dance studios and outdoor spaces.
Gymnastics
Gymnastics is a group of sport that includes physical exercises requiring balance, strength, flexibility, agility, coordination, artistry and endurance. The movements involved in gymnastics contribute to the development of the arms, legs, shoulders, back, chest, and abdominal muscle groups. At Stage West, we primarily focus on flexibility, balance, and strength in our tricks and skills.
Interested in Competing?
Join the stage west competition team!
Competitive dance is a great way to boost a child's confidence. At Stage West, we care about equipping your child with the appropriate technique, creativity, and showmanship to succeed. We deeply care that each student feels prepared to go on stage and give it their all.
Competitive dancers are required to take class during the week and attend a rehearsal session. Students can participate in as many dances as they feel comfortable with, but are placed based on the teachers' expertise.
There are associated fees with competing, including, but not limited to: rehearsal fees, registration fees, costume fees, and more.
If your child is interested in competing or if you have any questions, contact us today!