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TEEN: 11-19 YEARS OLDWe have a Recreational Division and a Performance Team Division.
Teens have an amazing opportunity at DCPAC! It is the largest PreTeen/Teen program from Beginning to Advanced in the East Bay Area! We have a multitude of classes in each dance subject including Jazz, Hip Hop, Ballet, Tap, Contemporary, Acro / Stretch & Strength, Technique, Turns/Kicks/Leaps and our Music Program featuring Voice & Piano. The studio regularly hosts guest choreographers from all over the world who teach classes for intermediate and advanced students. Past teachers have included Marguerite Derricks who choreographed all the Charlie Angels and Austin Powers movies as well as Mr. & Mrs. Smith and the GAP commercials. We have also had Liz Imperio who has choreographed for Madonna, Jennifer Lopez, and Cher. We strive to provide tremendous opportunities for all our students so they have the chance to truly succeed. |
BOYS ONLY HIP HOP PROGRAMWE PROUDLY OFFER A BOYS ONLY PROGRAM FOR BOYS WHO WANT TO TAKE DANCE WITH THEIR "BUDDIES"
NO GIRLS ALLOWED!! WE HAVE A LARGE GROUP OF BOYS CURRENTLY - 75+---that is quite a bit for a dance school! Mr David King has a young boys only class for ages 4.5 - 6.5 years - he has 40+ boys who take in his other Hip Hop classes! ALL OTHER CLASSES - BOYS ARE INVITED TO TAKE ANY CLASSES ON THE SCHEDULE. WE go out of our way to encourage and teach boys properly so they feel comfortable BOYS ALWAYS RECEIVE A SCHOLARSHIP - TAKE ONE CLASS PER WEEK IN A STYLE AND RECEIVE THE 2ND CLASS IN ANOTHER STYLE PER WEEK FOR FREE!! EXAMPLE - SIGN UP FOR A HIP HOP FOR THE MONTH, TAKE A TAP OR JAZZ OR BALLET OR ETC FOR FREE!! |
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CREATIVE COMBO: 2-5 YEARS OLD
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At DCPAC, we know how to teach young children and help inspire them to develop a love for dance, music and movement at a young age that will carry on the rest of their lives. They will learn the basics of ballet, jazz/hip hop, tap and motor skill development in a joyous atmosphere of learning. We use props such as fairy wands, capes, pom poms, ribbons, hoops and more! We visit the land of Disney's - Frozen, Sophia, Elena, Little Mermaid, Lion King, Mickey and Minnie Mouse and Paw Patrol plus more!
We offer teachers who are professionally qualified, experienced, enthusiastic, loving and supportive! Many were our students and have returned after college and training with us for years!
We can provide the necessary environment for a children's class to be a SUCCESS!!
All classes are tried No Obligation - just come in and take a trail class -
no long-term obligation, just month to month at DCPAC.
REGISTER but do not make payment until after the 1st class is taken!
CLASS ATTIRE: This is listed at the Class Schedule by rolling cursor over the class listing--
you will see it as a screen pop-up.
Children can wear Any Style of dancewear or playwear.
SHOES: Use Ballet slippers: Girls-Pink, Boys-Black and all use Black Tap
Clothing and Shoes: can be purchased at Payless Shoes. Target or Encore Dancewear of WCR.
For the First class-can use sneakers or soft shoe and a party shoe for tap.
Teacher may have loaner shoes in the studio--check at class.
Hair should be pulled back in ponytail or if short--clip behind ears
We offer teachers who are professionally qualified, experienced, enthusiastic, loving and supportive! Many were our students and have returned after college and training with us for years!
We can provide the necessary environment for a children's class to be a SUCCESS!!
All classes are tried No Obligation - just come in and take a trail class -
no long-term obligation, just month to month at DCPAC.
REGISTER but do not make payment until after the 1st class is taken!
CLASS ATTIRE: This is listed at the Class Schedule by rolling cursor over the class listing--
you will see it as a screen pop-up.
Children can wear Any Style of dancewear or playwear.
SHOES: Use Ballet slippers: Girls-Pink, Boys-Black and all use Black Tap
Clothing and Shoes: can be purchased at Payless Shoes. Target or Encore Dancewear of WCR.
For the First class-can use sneakers or soft shoe and a party shoe for tap.
Teacher may have loaner shoes in the studio--check at class.
Hair should be pulled back in ponytail or if short--clip behind ears
BALLET DIVISONMany people feel that in order to get great ballet training, one needs to go to a strictly ballet school. This is not true, and our studio is here to show you that actually we train dancers that are stronger in all areas of dance rather than just ballet due to the well-rounded program of dance we offer.
Our students move up excellent through the ballet program because they are cross-trained in contemporary, jazz, stretch/ strength, and hip hop. Our program features Classical and Contemporary ballet and en Pointe training. There is a ballet dress code in order to participate: Girls: wear traditional black or dark leotard, pink or black leotards for younger dancers. Pink tights or black stretch shorts, pink slippers and hair in bun. Short hair should clip behind ears. Boys: wear white T-shirt and black athletic pants or black shorts, black slippers. Feel free to watch our students to see for yourself what you can achieve! |
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Children & Pre-Teen Ages 5-12
We offer a large array of classes to our students in this age division.
Dance lessons can truly impact a child in such an amazing way, and so we recommend for students who are new to dance to try a class in the subject they most desire!!
They are also encouraged to try other styles as well if they are curious and we offer a no-obligation class trial for all of our students!!
Dance lessons can truly impact a child in such an amazing way, and so we recommend for students who are new to dance to try a class in the subject they most desire!!
They are also encouraged to try other styles as well if they are curious and we offer a no-obligation class trial for all of our students!!
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JAZZ & CONTEMPORARY PROGRAM
DCPAC offers one of the largest and finest jazz & contemporary programs in the East Bay. Instructed by our very strong and experienced faculty including Kaylee Johnson - award-winning choreographer!! Also on staff is Kiara Brown, who danced professionally since the age of just 12 on the MVA's, and Marissa Benshoof who just completed her 3rd Cruise Ship contract. Katelyn Rattaro is headed our young children's division. And Paul David, our amazing alumni who has danced for Shania Twain, Katy Perry, and Paula Abdul to name a few.
The style of Jazz is one of the most important and fundamental techniques alongside Ballet. The characteristics that make the style very unique are hard hitting, sharp, confident, and unique qualities in the movement. Our studio is here to show you that we train dancers that are stronger in all areas of dance rather than just jazz due to the well-rounded program of dance we offer. The style of Contemporary is more expressive and modern and is currently very popular due toTV shows like SYTYCD. It requires a ballet base the same as jazz for technique. It is more of a "story telling" form of dance and fun for all to study and master.
The style of Jazz is one of the most important and fundamental techniques alongside Ballet. The characteristics that make the style very unique are hard hitting, sharp, confident, and unique qualities in the movement. Our studio is here to show you that we train dancers that are stronger in all areas of dance rather than just jazz due to the well-rounded program of dance we offer. The style of Contemporary is more expressive and modern and is currently very popular due toTV shows like SYTYCD. It requires a ballet base the same as jazz for technique. It is more of a "story telling" form of dance and fun for all to study and master.
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We offer CONTEMPORARY style of dance within the Jazz Division program which goes hand in hand when it comes to training. Our students move up excellent through the jazz program because they are cross-trained in ballet, contemporary, stretch/ strength,
tap and hip hop.
JAZZ / CONTEMPORARY DRESS CODE: Girls and boys wear any style comfortable clothing-Leggings, bike shorts or athletic pants.
SHOES: Slip on jazz or half soles. Black or tan--Please No socks only
tap and hip hop.
JAZZ / CONTEMPORARY DRESS CODE: Girls and boys wear any style comfortable clothing-Leggings, bike shorts or athletic pants.
SHOES: Slip on jazz or half soles. Black or tan--Please No socks only
TAP PROGRAM
Our Tap program is one of largest in the East Bay. It carries a history of strong instructors who have contributed to developing amazing tap dancers, one who is Jonathan Mercer and is now the tap director passing on his great style and ability to young students. He has performed professionally around the world for several Cruise Lines and in the National Tour of CATS!!
Additionally we offer Marissa Benshoof, one of our alumni students and amazing tap competitor and professional performer. She remastered the tap sounds for the movie "The Cotton Club" directed by Frances Ford Coppola. Read more about both of these great instructors in our Faculty section of the website.
Tap is a great form of dance for students who want to develop a strong ear for music, increase musicality, understand complex rhythms, and MAKE MUSIC WITH THEIR FEET!! We strongly recommend tap for all dancers who want to become "triple threat" dancers and conquer every style of dance! Or -- for those who just love tap, tap class is all that is needed to become a master tapper!! DCPAC offers a program that will ensure you can become just that!
TAP DRESS CODE: Comfortable clothing and Tap shoes--no slipon style please--only tie style.
SHOES: are purchased at Encore Dancewear or Contra Costa Dancewear of WCR
Note: Young beginning level dancers can purchase at Payless Shoes or Target
Additionally we offer Marissa Benshoof, one of our alumni students and amazing tap competitor and professional performer. She remastered the tap sounds for the movie "The Cotton Club" directed by Frances Ford Coppola. Read more about both of these great instructors in our Faculty section of the website.
Tap is a great form of dance for students who want to develop a strong ear for music, increase musicality, understand complex rhythms, and MAKE MUSIC WITH THEIR FEET!! We strongly recommend tap for all dancers who want to become "triple threat" dancers and conquer every style of dance! Or -- for those who just love tap, tap class is all that is needed to become a master tapper!! DCPAC offers a program that will ensure you can become just that!
TAP DRESS CODE: Comfortable clothing and Tap shoes--no slipon style please--only tie style.
SHOES: are purchased at Encore Dancewear or Contra Costa Dancewear of WCR
Note: Young beginning level dancers can purchase at Payless Shoes or Target
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HIP HOP DIVISION
DCPAC offers the finest Hip Hop Program in the area!!! Directed by Award-Winning choreographer David King, we offer classes for beginners at every age level, including a unique Boys Only program for the younger guys!! DCPAC prides itself in offering classes that are suitable for younger dancers, with age appropriate music and techniques in hiphop that are age appropriate as well. Our teachers are enthusiastic and break down material so everyone in class has the opportunity to grow and learn. Come try a class - no obligation.
DRESS CODE: SNEAKERS--ANY STYLE AND ATHLETIC CLOTHING--LEGGINGS. TRY TO AVOID BRIGHT COLORS AND PATTERNS. THANK YOU
DRESS CODE: SNEAKERS--ANY STYLE AND ATHLETIC CLOTHING--LEGGINGS. TRY TO AVOID BRIGHT COLORS AND PATTERNS. THANK YOU
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