Dance Classes
2024-2025
Ages 3-6 Classes
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Pre-Acro & Gymnastics: Mondays 3:30-4:15pm Ages 3-6
Pre-Acro & Gymnastics class is a fun, upbeat class introducing beginner gymnastics and acro skills, such as handstands, somersaults, cartwheels, backbends, and more! All Dancers will perform in our end-of-session Dance Show!
**All Dancers must be fully potty-trained to participate in the class. *Dress code: View/Purchase dress codes here
Location: OCR 14400 Old Cutler Rd, Miami, FL 33158
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Pre-Ballet: Wednesdays 3:30-4:15pm
Ages 3-5Our little Ballerinas will explore the magical world of ballet in this creative approach to beginning foundational dance technique. Focusing on rhythm, movement, and music, Ballerinas will develop coordination and connection to the art and expression of dance. Engaging imagination, this program is designed to introduce the building blocks of a strong ballet foundation and knowledge of formal French terminology, while providing a fun environment for instructional techniques and creative expression. See your child on stage--a show will be performed by all students at the end of each semester in the MC Dance Miami Performance.
** All Students must be fully potty trained to participate in the class.
*Dress code:View/Purchase class uniform here
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Pre-Flamenco & Latin Dance: Thursdays 3:30-4:15pm
Ages 3-6
Our Flamenco & Latin Jazz combo class, introduces the foundational and expressive techniques of both art forms. Dancers will explore the magical world of salsa and flamenco styles in this creative approach to beginning foundational dance technique. Focusing on compa’s (rhythm), movement, and musicality, Dancers will develop coordination and connection to the art and expression of dance. Engaging imagination, this program is designed to introduce the building blocks of spatial awareness, body posture, and the characteristic of “zapateado”! See your child on stage--a show will be performed by all students at the end of each semester in the MC Dance Miami Performance.
*Dress code:View/Purchase class uniform hereLocation: OCR 14400 Old Cutler Rd, Miami, FL 33158
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Preschool Hip Hop:
Tuesdays 3:30-4:15pm
Ages 3-5Shake, groove, and move to you favorite pop music in this upbeat, high-energy dance class! This class is designed to increase confidence and encourages a brave space for dancers to enrich rhythm and self-expression. Dancers will increase strength, flexibility, and musicality, as they begin to learn the fundamentals of turns, leaps, and tricks, all while keeping on the beat to age-appropriate music. See your child on stage--a show will be performed by all students at the end of each semester in the MC Dance Miami Performance.
**All Dancers must be fully potty-trained to participate in the class.
*Dress code: View/Purchase class uniform hereLocation: OCR 14400 Old Cutler Rd, Miami, FL 33158
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Beginner Tap & Ballet Combo, Saturdays 11:30am-12:15pm
Ages 3-5
Beginner Tap & Ballet is the perfect combo class for beginner Dancers. Dancers will begin class twirling and leaping with ballet basics. Our second half of the class invites Dancers to switch into their tap shoes to learn the fundamentals of tap dance, such as flaps, shuffles, cramp rolls, and ball change.
**All Parents/Guardians must stay if their enrolled dancer is not fully potty trained**
See your child on stage--a show will be performed by all students enrolled in this class at the end of each session with MC Dance Miami!
*Costume fee is included in registration fee.
*Location: Palmer Trinity School Dance Studio Location
*Dress code: https://www.mcdancemiami.com/dress-codes
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*Peewee Competition Team:
Fridays 3:30-5:00pm
Audition Only. Ages 4-8
Entry into this Team is by audition only. Competition Dancers will be required to also enroll in 1 additional Preschool Dance class with MC Dance Miami at minimum to participate in the Competition Team to strengthen dance training and technique. Competition Dancers will travel locally in the spring to regional competitions and must be available on weekends to participate. One year commitment is required.*Dress code: View/Purchase dress codes here
Location: 14850 SW 67th Ave, Miami -
Private Lessons
By appointment only.
Pricing Per Dancer:
10 min check-in: $25/dancer
Solo: $70/30min
Duo: $50/30min
Trio: $35/30min
Ages 6-8 Classes
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Acro & Tricks
Thursdays 5:00-5:45pm
Ages 6-12
Acro & Tricks is a class designed to give Dancers extra opportunity to work on acro/gymnastics style tricks to incorporate into their dance training. This is the class where Dancers get to learn and build upon skills to master tricks like aerials, back and front walkovers, needles, handsprings, and more!
Dancers enrolled in Acro & Tricks will not perform in the end-of-session Performance; this is a training class.
*Dress Code: Athletic sneakers, dance shoes, and fitted dance/fitness attire (any style). -
Acting & Musical Theater
Thursdays 3:30-4:15
Ages 6-11
In this upbeat Acting Class, students will focus on stand up comedy skills and character development through classic techniques, modern stage exercises and improvisational games. Students will perform in group scene work to further explore the interpretation of reading scripts and how this translates into characterization. Through high-energy acting games, Actors will enrich reading skills and build preparation for on-stage performance. Each actor or actress will find their own unique interpretation and creative expression, building self-esteem and teamwork among friends.
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All Star Company
Thursdays 5:15-6:15pm
By audition only.
(Entry into this class is by Audition only). The Company is a highly advanced dance class built for dancers that desire a professional atmosphere and rigorous training. Choreography is taught at a rapid pace and students must already possess advanced Ballet technique along with Contemporary and Jazz knowledge. Company Dancers must also be enrolled in other dance class offerings with MC Dance Miami to strengthen their training. Company members will perform in community events locally throughout the year.
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Ballet II
Mondays 3:30-4:15pm
Ages 6-8
An introduction to Ballet with beginning development of ballet concepts including turn out, coordination, spatial awareness and a specific focus on class etiquette. Students will begin positions of the feet, and introductory movement vocabulary. Class will focus on basic ballet technique, proper body alignment, French terminology and musicality. Students will be introduced to elementary barre and center work.
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Broadway Jazz: Thursdays 4:30-5:15pm Ages 6-11
Broadway Jazz dance is an upbeat class focusing on Broadway style choreography and show-stopping stage presence. Building on Musical Theater techniques, dancers will learn song-and-dance numbers from a variety of Broadway productions. This class combines dance with acting, and is the perfect class to build any dancer into a triple threat!
See your child on stage--a show will be performed by all students enrolled in this class at the end of each session with MC Dance Miami!Dress Code: View/Purchase class uniform here
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Dance Contemporary/Lyrical
Tuesdays 3:30-4:15pm
Ages 6-11
Contemporary & Lyrical dance is the perfect class for any level dancer to develop skills between both Contemporary and Improv styles. Each class will rotate between lyrical and contemporary to build upon fundamentals and learn fun dance combinations in each style. Contemporary dancers learn to connect mind, body, and soul to the movements and interpretation of music. Students will begin to develop improvisation and composition techniques.See your child on stage--a show will be performed by all students enrolled in this class at the end of each session with MC Dance Miami!
*Costume fee is included in registration fee.
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Dance Team, Wednesdays 3:30-4:15pm
Ages 6-11
Non-competitive Dance Team. Dancers learn in an upbeat environment that focuses on teamwork and mixed dance styles, including jazz, hip hop, and contemporary.
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Hip Hop
Mondays 3:30-4:15pm
Ages 8-11
In this upbeat Jazz Funk and Hip Hop Dance class, dancers will learn a mix of popular dance styles mixed with age-appropriate pop music. Jazz Funk and Hip Hop Dance is a perfect class for beginner and intermediate levels, designed to introduce a combination of new, cool routines each class. Come dance to your favorite Pop Stars with this popular commercial style of movement, while learning basic grooves and techniques in this high-energy combo class!
Dress code: View/Purchase class uniform here -
*Mini Competition Team
Thursdays 3:30-4:30pm
Audition Only
Entry into this Team is by audition only. Competition Dancers will be required to also enroll in a minimum of 3 additional classes (including mandatory Ballet, technique, and company) with MC Dance Miami to participate in the Competition Team to strengthen dance training and technique. Competition Dancers will travel locally in the spring to regional competitions and must be available on weekends to participate. One year commitment is required.*Required Dress Code: View/Purchase class uniform here
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Technique II, Thursdays 4:30-5:15pm
Ages 6-11
Dance Technique class is a high-energy and physically demanding class, designed to strengthen each dancer to their fullest technical and physical fitness potential. Technique class is a way for dancers to take their dance training to the next level, optimizing strength, flexibility, balance, and skill set to advance dance tricks, turns, and leaps. Focusing on body conditioning for Dancers, we will begin each class with a combination of Pilates, floor barre and other exercise techniques to improve balance, strength, placement, flexibility, and coordination. This is an opportunity to work exclusively on dance tricks, turns, and leaps specific to each dancers’ skill level. Students will learn to connect muscle development to strengthen their technique and increase flexibility in class and on stage to improve overall dance development and athleticism.
*Dancers in Technique do not perform in the end-of-season show. This is a training class only.
*Technique is a requirement for all Competition Dancers and is open to all non-competition dancers.
*Dress Code: View/Purchase class uniform here
SIGN UP HERE!
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Private Lessons
By appointment only.
Pricing Per Dancer:10 min check-ins: $25/dancer
Solo: $70/30min
Duo: $50/30min
Trio: $35/30min
SIGN UP HERE!
Ages 9-12 Classes
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Acro & Tricks
Wednesdays 5:00-5:45pm
Ages 6-12
Acro & Tricks is a class designed to give Dancers extra opportunity to work on acro/gymnastics style tricks to incorporate into their dance training. This is the class where Dancers get to learn and build upon skills to master tricks like aerials, back and front walkovers, needles, handsprings, and more!Dancers enrolled in Acro & Tricks will not perform in the end-of-session Performance; this is a training class.
*Dress Code: Athletic sneakers, dance shoes, and fitted dance/fitness attire (any style).
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Acting & Musical Theater
Thursdays 3:30-4:15pm
Ages 6-11
In this upbeat Acting Class, students will focus on stand up comedy skills and character development through classic techniques, modern stage exercises and improvisational games. Students will perform in group scene work to further explore the interpretation of reading scripts and how this translates into characterization. Through high-energy acting games, Actors will enrich reading skills and build preparation for on-stage performance. Each actor or actress will find their own unique interpretation and creative expression, building self-esteem and teamwork among friends.
*Children enrolled in Acting will not participate in an end-of-session performance. -
Ballet III & IV
Mondays 4:30-5:15pm
Ages 9-13
As with each level, students are invited to Ballet Level III or Level IV after they have demonstrated full understanding of the previous level. Body alignment and muscle awareness will determine progress. This class will focus on positions of the arms, direction of the body and increased movement vocabulary. In Ballet Level III and IV, attention is paid to the proper extension of the legs and shape of the feet, developing movement sequences, port de bras and balance. Students will see an increase in difficulty in barre and center work.
*Dress code: Purchase/view class uniform here -
Broadway Jazz
Thursdays 4:30-5:15pm
Ages 6-11
Broadway Jazz dance is an upbeat class focusing on Broadway style choreography and show-stopping stage presence. Building on Musical Theater techniques, dancers will learn song-and-dance numbers from a variety of Broadway productions. This class combines dance with acting, and is the perfect class to build any dancer into a triple threat!
*Dress code: View/Purchase class uniform here -
Dance Team, Wednesdays 3:30-4:15pm
Ages 6-11
Non-competitive Dance Team. Dancers learn in an upbeat environment that focuses on teamwork and mixed dance styles, including jazz, hip hop, and contemporary.
You are invited to join our inaugural Alexander Montessori Wildcats Performance Dance Team!
As a member of this team, you will have the opportunity to perform at school events such as the Spring Carnival, Greek Olympics, Family Fun Day, and more! You will learn multiple routines in different styles including Jazz and Hip Hop!
This is not a competition team; this is a performance team for Alexander Montessori School. No travel beyond Miami is required and attendance at all events is optional, but strongly encouraged. Please stay tuned for a schedule of events.
*Dress Code: Jazz shoes (tan) and dance attire. Hair pulled neatly back.
*Dress Code: View/Purchase class uniform here
SIGN UP HERE!
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Pointe I & Pre Pointe
Tuesday 4:45-5:30PM
Teacher Approval Only
(Based off of teacher approval & must be enrolled in Ballet to participate). Pointe is an advanced level of ballet with the use of pointe shoes. Students will continue to advance their skills on pointe. Dancers will use the barre to strengthen feet and learn balance, while achieving a comprehensive understanding of proper pointe shoe mechanics. Barre work will continue to strengthen technique and balance, and students will begin center work and across the floor variations.
*Required: Pointe shoes & ballet uniform -
*Elite Company Wednesdays 4:45-5:30PM
By Audition Only
(Entry into this class is by Audition only). The Principle Company is a highly advanced dance class built for dancers that desire a professional atmosphere and rigorous training. Choreography is taught at a rapid pace and students must already possess advanced Ballet technique along with Contemporary and Jazz knowledge. Company Dancers must also be enrolled in other dance class offerings with MC Dance Miami to strengthen their training. Company members will perform in community events locally throughout the year.
*Dress Code: View/Purchase class uniform here -
Jazz Funk
Mondays 3:30-4:15pm
Ages 8-11
In this upbeat Jazz Funk and Hip Hop Dance class, dancers will learn a mix of popular dance styles mixed with age-appropriate pop music. Jazz Funk and Hip Hop Dance is a perfect class for beginner and intermediate levels, designed to introduce a combination of new, cool routines each class. Come dance to your favorite Pop Stars with this popular commercial style of movement, while learning basic grooves and techniques in this high-energy combo class!
Dress code: View/Purchase class uniform here -
*Junior Competition Team
Wednesdays 3:30-4:15PM
Audition Only
Entry into this Team is by audition only. Competition Dancers will be required to also enroll in a minimum of 3 additional classes (including mandatory Ballet, Technique, and Company) with MC Dance Miami to participate in the Competition Team to strengthen dance training and technique. Competition Dancers will travel locally in the spring to regional competitions and must be available on weekends to participate. One year commitment is required.*Dress code: View/Purchase class uniform here
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*Mini Competition Team
Thursdays 3:30-4:30pm
Audition Only
Entry into this Team is by audition only. Competition Dancers will be required to also enroll in a minimum of 3 additional classes (including mandatory Ballet, Technique I, and All Star Company) with MC Dance Miami to participate in the Competition Team to strengthen dance training and technique. Competition Dancers will travel locally in the spring to regional competitions and must be available on weekends to participate. One year commitment is required.*Required: View/Purchase class uniform here
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Technique II, Thursdays 4:30-5:15pm
Ages 6-11
Dance Technique class is a high-energy and physically demanding class, designed to strengthen each dancer to their fullest technical and physical fitness potential. Technique class is a way for dancers to take their dance training to the next level, optimizing strength, flexibility, balance, and skill set to advance dance tricks, turns, and leaps. Focusing on body conditioning for Dancers, we will begin each class with a combination of Pilates, floor barre and other exercise techniques to improve balance, strength, placement, flexibility, and coordination. This is an opportunity to work exclusively on dance tricks, turns, and leaps specific to each dancers’ skill level. Students will learn to connect muscle development to strengthen their technique and increase flexibility in class and on stage to improve overall dance development and athleticism. *Technique is a requirement for all Competition Dancers and is open to all non-competition dancers.*Dress Code: View/Purchase class uniform here
SIGN UP HERE!
*Technique II is a requirement for all Competition Team level dancers, and is open to non-competitive dancers.
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Palmer JV Dance Team
Palmer Trinity School Dance Team JV
Thursdays 3:30-4:15pm
Grades 6th-8th
Palmer Trinity JV Dance Team proudly represents PTS as a non-performance group. Dancers will train in a combination of hip hop and jazz funk styles weekly. JV Dancers will build upon dance technique and train to advance leaps, turns, and tricks, while conditioning strength and flexibility to enhance skill level.
Located at Palmer Trinity High School.Dress Code: View/Purchase class uniform here
Sign up at Palmer Trinity School
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Private Lessons
By appointment only.
Pricing Per Dancer:
10 min check-ins $25/dancer
Solo: $70/30min
Duo: $50/30min
Trio: $35/30min
Ages 13-18 & Adult Classes
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Technique III
Tues & Wed 4:15-4:45PM
Ages 9-18
Dance Technique class is a high-energy and physically demanding class, designed to strengthen each dancer to their fullest technical and physical fitness potential. Technique class is a way for dancers to take their dance training to the next level, optimizing strength, flexibility, balance, and skill set to advance dance tricks, turns, and leaps. Focusing on body conditioning for Dancers, we will begin each class with a combination of Pilates, floor barre and other exercise techniques to improve balance, strength, placement, flexibility, and coordination. This is an opportunity to work exclusively on dance tricks, turns, and leaps specific to each dancers’ skill level. Students will learn to connect muscle development to strengthen their technique and increase flexibility in class and on stage to improve overall dance development and athleticism.
*Technique III is a requirement for all Teen & Senior Company & Competition Team level dancers.
*Dress Code: View/Purchase class uniform here -
Pointe I & Pre Pointe
TUESDAYS 4:45-5:30pm
Teacher Approval Only
(Based off of teacher approval & must be enrolled in Ballet to participate). Pointe I is an advanced level of ballet with the use of pointe shoes. Students will continue to advance their skills on pointe. Dancers will use the barre to strengthen feet and learn balance, while achieving a comprehensive understanding of proper pointe shoe mechanics. Barre work will continue to strengthen technique and balance, and students will begin center work and across the floor variations.
*Required: Pointe shoes and ballet uniform -
Ballet V & VI
Tuesdays 4:45-5:30pm
Ages 12-18
As with each level, students are invited to Ballet Level V & VI after they have demonstrated full understanding of the previous level. Body alignment, muscle awareness, and vocabulary/skill comprehension will determine progress. This class will focus on positions of the arms, direction of the body and increased movement vocabulary. In Ballet Level V & VI, attention is paid to the proper extension of the legs and shape of the feet, developing movement sequences, port de bras and balance. Students will see an increase in difficulty in barre and center work.
*Dress code: View/Purchase class uniform here -
*Elite Company Tuesdays
Wednesdays 4:45-5:30PM
By Audition Only (Entry into this class is by Audition only).
The Elite Company is a highly advanced dance class built for dancers that desire a professional atmosphere and rigorous training. Choreography is taught at a rapid pace and students must already possess advanced Ballet technique along with Contemporary and Jazz knowledge. Company Dancers must also be enrolled in other dance class offerings with MC Dance Miami to strengthen their training. Company members will perform in community events locally throughout the year.
*Dress Code: View/Purchase class uniform here -
Senior Competition Team
Tuesdays 5:30-6:15PM,
Audition Only
Entry into this Team is by audition only. Competition Dancers will be required to also enroll in a minimum of 3 additional classes (including mandatory Ballet, Technique II, and Principle Company) with MC Dance Miami to participate in the Competition Team to strengthen their training and technique. Competition Dancers will travel locally in the spring to regional competitions and must be available on weekends to participate. One year commitment is required.
*Dress code: View/Purchase class uniform here -
*Teen Competition Team
Wednesdays 5:30-6:15PM
Audition Only
Entry into this Team is by audition only. Competition Dancers will be required to also enroll in a minimum of 3 additional classes (including mandatory Ballet, Technique II, and Principle Company) with MC Dance Miami to participate in the Competition Team to strengthen their training and technique. Competition Dancers will travel locally in the spring to regional competitions and must be available on weekends to participate. One year commitment is required.*Dress code: View/Purchase class uniform here
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Palmer JV School Dance Team
Palmer Trinity School Dance Team JV
Thursdays 3:30-4:15pm
Grades 6th-8th
Palmer Trinity JV Dance Team proudly represents PTS as a non-performance group. Dancers will train in a combination of hip hop and jazz funk styles weekly. JV Dancers will build upon dance technique and train to advance leaps, turns, and tricks, while conditioning strength and flexibility to enhance skill level.
Located at Palmer Trinity High School.Dress Code: View/Purchase class uniform here
Sign up at palmer Trinity School
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Private Lessons
By appointment only.
Pricing Per Dancer:
10min check-ins $25/dancerSolo: $70/30min
Duo: $50/30min
Trio: $35/30min
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Adult Tap dance class. Wednesdays 6:30-7:15PM. Located within our Palmer Trinity School studio location. 15 week session: January 17-May 8, 2024.