Ballet I - II - III
Classes include classical ballet training—barre and center work. Class offers an overview on ballet vocabulary, proper alignment, and training needed to stabilize the body in order to allow it to move as an instrument of artistic expression. Students learn classical ballet technique through barre and floor exercises while building muscular strength and mental acuity. Proper dance posture and class etiquette are emphasized.

Pre-Ballet
A combination of ballet and tap of forty-five minutes.
An introduction to the feet position, arms, basic ballet Vocabulary, and basic tap steps. Proper dance posture and class etiquette are emphasized.

Jazz I - II- III - IV
A combination of stretches and fundamental movements of American jazz dance. Class format includes a standing warm-up, floor stretches, across the floor progressions, work on balance, turns, and combinations.

Modern
Modern dance is a contemporary dance form that has its roots in ballet. Classes include floor and center work that incorporates the use of gravity and sense of weightlessness the body on top of technique work. The movement vocabulary and range of motion used is endless and draws on each student’s personal expression. Classes may includes improvisation and creative exercises.

Tap
Classes emphasize the development and strengthening of basic tap technique and terminology highlighting the importance of rhythm and sound.

Tumbling
Develops gross motor skills and fine motor skills through basic gymnastics.

Hip Hop
Hip Hop is one of the newest forms of club dance. Hip Hop is a blend of today's high energy "street style" movement. Typically performed to "popular rap music," this style of dance has been very sought after by teens, preteens and the "young at heart." The style boasts that everyone is capable of taking part and having fun! Sometimes percussive and other times it incorporates "house or club" dancing, making Hip Hop the latest dance phenomenon.

Flamenco
No dance experience is required.
Technique appropriate level includes arms, hand and footwork, castanet work, palmas, turns, traveling steps.

Belly Dance
This class is required of everyone regardless of previous dance training in Belly Dance or any other dance form
Belly dance is a dynamic and diverse art form, incorporating a wide array of styles and movements from the folk, social and classical traditions of numerous Middle Eastern Cultures. This class will teach the basics of belly dance technique and terminology with age appropriate movement.

Salsa
No dance experience is required
Danced to the sexy, pulsating Latin rhythms, Salsa has patterns similar to Cha Cha, but is danced much more quickly with lots of hip motion. This Class will give you the basic dance foundation: Posture, lead, follow, footwork, stance, style and Salsa dance steps. You advance to the next level by instructor permission only

Musical Theater
Classes introduce dance forms found in musical theater, incorporating elements of ballet, jazz and modern. Age appropriate routines will be studied from musicals such as Annie, Chicago, Grease, Carousel and many more.

Acting
Perfect for the aspiring young actor, or those looking for a fun theater experience. Explore characterization, improvisation, concentration, movement, voice and diction. This dynamic class will help build confidence and presentation.

Angel Voices
Angel Voices is a musical theatre company, a training program and a competition team for children ages 6 through 17. We also offers private instruction in the areas of voice, drama, stage movement, guitar and general music. The company is available for performances at banquets, conventions, community events and other functions from September through June. Angel Voices is proud to be the the Musical Theatre Program at Utopia Performing Arts Academy.

Modeling/Etiquette
Students are taught principles of posture and how to apply them through exercises shown in class Proper sitting, standing, walking and pivoting techniques are not just for models, but for all young ladies who want to be poised and graceful.
Different Steps: Visual Poise, Social Etiquette, Style and Grooming, Five Course Dinner, and a Graduation Fashion Show.

Zumba
Zumba combines high energy and motivating music with unique moves and combinations that allow the Zumba participants to dance away their worries. It is based on the principle that a workout should be "FUN AND EASY TO DO" in order for Zumba participants to stick to the Zumba fitness program to achieve long-term health benefits. Zumba is not only great for the body, but is also great for the mind. It is a "feel-happy" workout.

Painting

Students are taught the basics of drawing, perspective, composition and color. We teach the student not only to draw and paint but what is most important, TO SEE. There will be two levels: first: one hour class for children up to 13 years old which will include drawing witn pencil, charcoal, color pencils and markers. Then they will be instructed in painting with pastel and watercolor. The second level is for teens 14 and older and adults. In this level we will also include acrylic and oil color painting. Painting is a great tool for developing and expressing our creativity and inner feelings. Enjoy yourself while you create and release your emotions!.