Class Descriptions:
			Pre-ballet/Pre-Jazz (Baby Ballerinas,Tutu Toddlers, Starlettes): (Ages 2 1/2- 5) This program encourages children to have fun with movement, rhythm, and creativity, while developing coordination, balance, flexibility, musicality as well as some pre-ballet/jazz steps and skills.
		Ballet:(Ages 5-up) Raquel Lake places strong emphasis on classical ballet training. While ballet is not required of all dancers, it is strongly recommended to build the proper alignment, posture and placement that advanced dance technique requires. The class format emphasizes correct development of both the technical and artistic elements of classical ballet and is a clear reflection of pure traditional training. Pre-Pointe and Pointe are also part of the curriculum.
	Jazz/Hip-Hop: (Ages 5-up) Classes teach traditional jazz movements, terminology and technique with an emphasis on proper execution of jazz isolation, rhythms and style. Combining the strength and flexibility of ballet, jazz employs body shapes which are more natural, and movements which are angular and percussive. Emphasis is on quick, clean movements to popular music. Many styles of jazz are taught, including hip hop (popular "street style" often seen in today's music videos).