Dance introduces the basic technical skill of various dance forms including, but not limited to ballet, jazz, tap, hip-hop, Pilates and lyrical jazz.  Students increase their coordination, concentration, flexibility, strength, postural alignment, self discipline, musicality and appreciation for dance as a live art form.  Safe use of the body is emphasized in order to prevent injuries and to assure a life-long ability to enjoy dance.  Basic dance vocabulary and history are also taught.  Students are required to perform at scheduled concerts.  Additionally, they will have the opportunity to audition their own choreography.