All Dance classes begin in the fall and progress through the spring and summer session. Do not register for a higher level in the spring or summer. For beginner and lower-level classes, new students should enroll according to the age requirements specified below. New students with previous training and any student with questions regarding proper class placement should call Carolyn Hanna at 903-510-2483 or email chan3@tjc.edu for information and director’s approval before enrolling.
Be sure to check out the Dance Academy Bundles for dance courses suggested to take together.
Career Tracks
On-Campus
Calling our adult students! Have you ever wanted to try ballet? Or maybe it’s been a few (or several) years since you’ve stood at the barre. All adults, regardless of experience, are welcome to take this fun-paced class guaranteed to get you working out with some fun along the way.
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Entry-Level
Academy of Dance
1-2Months
On-Campus
This is a continuation of Intermediate/ Advanced Pointe, with emphasis on more challenging center work and across the floor combinations. Please only register with the director’s approval.
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Advanced
Academy of Dance
3-4Months
On-Campus
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Advanced
Academy of Dance
3-4Months
On-Campus
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Advanced
Academy of Dance
3-4Months
On-Campus
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Advanced
Academy of Dance
3-4Months
On-Campus
Your dancer must have permission from the Ballet Mistress to register for this class. The shoes must be checked by the teacher before they are worn to make sure they are fitted properly. At least two ballet classes are required in addition to this class.
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Advanced
Academy of Dance
3-4Months
On-Campus
Your child will learn more extensive ballet, jazz, and tap exercises. This is a combination class for your child for ages 4 & 5 and up- both ballet and tap shoes are required.
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Entry-Level
Academy of Dance
3-4Months
On-Campus
Your child will learn more extensive ballet, jazz, and tap exercises. This is a combination class for your child for ages 5 & 6 and up- both ballet and tap shoes are required.
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Entry-Level
Academy of Dance
3-4Months
On-Campus
Your child will learn more extensive ballet, jazz, and tap exercises. This is a combination class for your child for ages 6 & 7 and up- both ballet and tap shoes are required.
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Entry-Level
Academy of Dance
3-4Months
On-Campus
Your child will learn more extensive ballet, jazz, and tap exercises. This is a combination class for your child for ages 7 and up- both ballet and tap shoes are required.
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Entry-Level
Academy of Dance
3-4Months
On-Campus
Beat the hump-day low with a morning high in this fun and fancy-free cardio class. Beginner movers are welcome. All you need to bring is a smile while we bust a move and break it down, one simple step at a time.
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Entry-Level
Academy of Dance
3-4Months
On-Campus
Students will be instructed in Pilates techniques and concepts to help facilitate a more rounded approach to their pre-professional training.
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Entry-Level
Academy of Dance
3-4Months
On-Campus
This class is for all of our amazing students with disabilities. We would love to explore movement potential in a safe space surrounded with friends. Come and enjoy the possibilities!
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Entry-Level
Academy of Dance
3-4Months
On-Campus
Come one, come all to this exciting, dynamic class open for everyone! Ages 7-12 can take this hip-hip class designed to give your dancer an introduction to this upbeat style of dance!
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Entry-Level
Academy of Dance
3-4Months
On-Campus
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Entry-Level
Academy of Dance
3-4Months
On-Campus
Furthering their work at the barre and across the floor, your dancer will become more comfortable with complex pointe work.
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Advanced
Academy of Dance
3-4Months
On-Campus
This Pointe class is designed for your serious student looking to further develop their pointe technique. Your dancer must be enrolled in the Ballet and Modern Pre-Professional classes.
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Advanced
Academy of Dance
3-4Months
On-Campus
This class teaches your dancer fundamental concepts and the structure of a ballet class. *Dancers MUST be at least 7 yrs old at the start of the semester to register, no exceptions.
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Entry-Level
Academy of Dance
3-4Months
On-Campus
This is an advanced technique class that pushes your serious dancer. Only level 5 students should register for this class based on Graham and Horton techniques.
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Advanced
Academy of Dance
3-4Months
On-Campus
This is an advanced technique class that pushes your serious dancer. Only level 5 students should register for this class based on Graham and Horton techniques.
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Advanced
Academy of Dance
3-4Months
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