CLASS DESCRIPTIONS.
CLOGGING:
Clogging is a high energy dance form with Appalachian roots that go back to the 1700s! It is the North Carolina State Folk Dance and is gaining popularity all over the United States! At Sole Impact, you can learn both traditional style clogging to good 'ol bluegrass music and the modern, contemporary clogging to popular tunes that everyone loves!
What to wear: comfortable clothes or dancewear that you can move in and clogging shoes.
Read about the history of clogging here!
HIP HOP:
From popping and locking to break dancing, Hip Hop is really in a class of its own! Hip Hop is truly an American dance form starting in New York City as a way for dancers with no formal training to express themselves with their own original moves. It it now one of the most popular (and fun!) styles of dance!
What to wear: comfortable clothes or dancewear that you can move in and tennis shoes.
Read about the history of Hip Hop here!
JAZZ & CONTEMPORARY
Using a foundation of ballet and incorporating jazz and contemporary styles, dancers will express themselves in a non-judgmental environment, building confidence and self-esteem in an and out of the studio. This is a fun and upbeat class with an emphasis on proper body movement, awareness and alignment.
What to wear: fitted clothing, jazz or ballet shoes.
CREATIVE MOVEMENT & BALLET I:
Creative Movement is a fun and energetic dance class just for Preschoolers. Together we will explore ballet movement and terminology while allowing children to be creative and use their imaginations.
Ballet I is the next level of ballet instruction where dancers will continue learning ballet movement and terminology.
What to wear: Dance wear that you can comfortably move in and ballet shoes.
QUICKFIT:
QuickFit is a high intensity, full-body workout in just 30 minutes! Each class involves 20 different exercises, designed to target cardiovascular fitness, strength, and endurance. Each exercise can be modified for those needing a less intense exercise. All fitness levels welcome!
What to bring: water bottle, mat (if you want to use your own-we have some to use too).
SOLE IMPACT ALL-STARS
Sole Impact All-Stars is a fun and inclusive dance class for kids, teens and adults with special needs. We will dance to all kinds of music and learn some simple choreography to perform at local events and recitals. We have friendly volunteers of all ages ready to build friendships and dance with our All-Stars! This is a free class that meets once a week and is open to dancers of all abilities (including wheelchairs!).