CLASS SESSIONS: LDC offers two sessions – one that begins each fall in September and one that begins each winter in January. Each session ends with a full recital performance. Every class performs a practiced routine at the end of session recital. Our fall session concludes with a recital in mid-December while our winter session concludes with a summer recital in mid-June.

COMBO CLASSES: These classes are specially designed for younger children and focus on teaching the basics of dance (ballet, jazz & tap) while also incorporating fun & games. Introduces the basic ballet vocabulary and movement skills while building a foundation for future progression in the study of ballet and encourages free expression. Introduces the basic elements of jazz and tap dance technique and terminology highlighting the importance of rhythm and sound.

VARIETY CLASSES: These classes focus on the fundamentals of dance and include ballet, jazz, and tap. Emphasizes the development of classical ballet skills with a focus on proper placement and alignment. Students will learn ballet vocabulary through barre and center work while building strength and flexibility. Teaches basic jazz dance technique, terminology and movement quality with an emphasis on proper execution of jazz isolations, rhythms and style performed to contemporary music. Develops basic tap technique and terminology highlighting the importance of rhythm and sound.

TEEN CLASSES: These classes are for teens of all ages and abilities. Generally, these are jazz and hip hop classes though content may vary depending upon the interest of the class. Classes teach basic jazz dance technique, terminology and movement quality with an emphasis on proper execution of jazz isolations, rhythms and style performed to contemporary music. Hip hop encompasses movement that has elements of poppin', locking, and breaking as well as freestyle movement to give students the opportunity to develop their own sense of style.

ADULT CLASSES: These classes are for those over the age of 18. Like all of our classes, all abilities are welcome. Generally, these are jazz classes but content may vary depending upon the interest of the class. Classes teach basic jazz dance technique, terminology and movement quality with an emphasis on proper execution of jazz isolations, rhythms and style performed to contemporary music.

HIP HOP CLASSES: Hip hop encompasses movement that has elements of poppin', locking, and breaking as well as freestyle movement to give students the opportunity to develop their own sense of style.

COMPETITION TEAM: In addition to our regular studio classes, LDC offers those who are interested in competitive dance the opportunity to join our competition team. The competition team typically begins practices in late August and performs at the recital in December. Beginning in February and ending in April, the competition team attends regional workshops, performances, and/or competitions. In general, competition team members can expect to be involved in one regional workshop and two to three regional competitions and/or performances during this time. These are generally held during the weekends and usually take place in Boulder, Longmont, Denver or Colorado Springs. In addition to these regional events, the competition team generally ends its season by attending one annual national competition or performance in July. National events are out of state. In previous years, the competition has traveled to Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Chicago, Orlando, and this year to San Diego (pictured) for its national event. The competition team also performs at the summer recital each June. Competition team is a wonderful activity to keep kids involved, motivated and goal oriented. The friendships they make and the skills they learn are invaluable and help to build confident and responsible individuals.

PRIVATE CLASSES: Private instruction is also available for individuals, duos and trios. Private instruction is available in all dance styles and diciplines.