About Ann Parsley School of Dance in Shelby Township, MI
At Ann Parsley School of Dance, we prioritize providing the best possible dance instruction in an atmosphere that is supportive and non-competitive. We understand the importance of giving young dancers a strong foundation of technique and an appreciation for movement, as well as costumes and music that are tailored to the age of the dancer. Whether your child’s dreams involve one day becoming a professional dancer or something else entirely, the skills they learn here will be valuable for their entire life. Join us and be part of the APSD family!
At APSD, we recognize that children should be encouraged to pursue their dancing dreams in a healthy and positive environment. That’s why we strive to provide the best quality instruction with techniques and costumes that are appropriate to each dancer’s age. We want to give our students a lasting love of movement and the skills they need to succeed, no matter what path they take. Come experience the APSD family atmosphere and let us help your child reach their full potential!
Programs at Ann Parsley School of Dance in Shelby Township, MI
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Toddlers
CREATIVE MOVEMENT
This is an introductory dance class for three year olds. It is a loosely structured ballet class that teaches movement in a fun and exploratory way. Students will explore movement through music, develop physical skills, stimulate imagination and encourage creativity. Little ones will enjoy using props like bridges, rhythm instruments, ribbon bracelets and more. The curriculum is designed to gently introduce the youngest students to ballet, while instilling the physical and emotional confidence to explore and create. We focus on concepts such as perception, directionality and memory. This class participates in our year end recital.
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Ballet & Pointe
We offer 11 levels of syllabus and non-syllabus ballet in addition to pointe, pre-pointe and partnering. Our studio uses the Cecchetti Method of ballet. The Cecchetti Method is a rigorous system drawn up with to the dancer … balance, poise, strength, elevation and elasticity.
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Lyrical & Contemporary
APSD offers 6 levels of lyrical in addition to contemporary. Lyrical dance is the interpretation of the lyrics of a song. This class blends the sustained controlled movement of ballet with freedom, power, and dynamics of jazz and modern dance. It is based on the teacher's style of choreography and the song as opposed to percussive rhythms. This style of movement is often used to tell a story with strong emotional content. We offer this class on the beginner, intermediate and advanced levels for all ages. Contemporary is an expressive form of dance that also draws from ballet and jazz movements in a less structured style. Body contractions, flexed feet, asymmetrical body shapes and floor work are examples of this dance form. Currently, we only offer contemporary as an advanced level. It is required that both lyrical and contemporary classes be taken in conjunction with Ballet.
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51504 Danview Technology Court, Shelby Township, MI, 48315
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