Classes Category: Choosing A Style

Create Magical Dance Moments Together!  Transform ordinary moments into extraordinary memories as you and your little one embark on a dance adventure together! Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, aunt, uncle, or special caregiver, this class offers a precious opportunity to bond through movement and music. Watch your child’s eyes light up as they twirl, hop, and ...Read More

Our Pre-Level Dance classes are unique programs designed for the imagination and energy of active 3-year olds!  These programs blend specific dance styles with creative role-playing and fun props.  The music is fun, age-appropriate and familiar to your child, making the experience enjoyable and engaging. These classes build on the techniques learned in our Dance ...Read More

Acro Dance classes offer a dynamic blend of gymnastics and jazz movements, designed to develop a wide range of physical skills and artistic expression.  Our Acro program is based on the Acrobatic Arts Curriculum, which focuses on Safely, Technique and Progressions. Our program teaches flexibility, agility, balance, strength, muscle control, discipline & concentration. This class ...Read More

Ballet is the foundation of all dance styles, and technique from this style compliments and strengthens all other dance style training.  Body awareness, technical training and coordination are stressed throughout the class, and students are taught correct terminology.  Learn the five positions of the feet and exercises such as pliés, tendues and sautés.  Students will ...Read More

Not sure which form of dance is right for your child? Try one of our combo classes! Jazz/Ballet – Our Jazz/Ballet Combo class is an energetic and engaging experience that introduces students to the dynamic art forms of both Ballet and Jazz.  In this class, students will enjoy a blend of Ballet and Jazz techniques, allowing ...Read More

Immerse yourself in the fluid and expressive world of Contemporary dance, a genre that beautifully intertwines the elegance of ballet, the soulfulness of jazz, and the innovation of modern dance techniques. Our Contemporary dance class is not just about mastering steps; it’s an exploration of personal expression and creativity. The class places significant emphasis on ...Read More

We’re so thrilled to introduce you to Dancely™, a program that provides education and entertainment through original music, dance and movement for children. The preschool aged dance program has always been a passion of ours at NJADS and we are delighted to be a Dancely™ Licenced Studio!  This amazing program is a mix of Ballet, ...Read More

Hip Hop/Jazz Funk class is a cute, fierce and powerful style of dance with a diva-like dance quality.  It takes elements from both Hip Hop and Jazz.  This high energy class gives students a chance to release their sassiness and dance fiercely!  They will also explore free style improvisation.  Students will develop their sense of rhythm ...Read More

Students are introduced to rhythm and coordination through jazz dance steps, while developing their sense of musicality. Energetic and upbeat jazz dance is combined with funky fast movements.  Leaps, Jumps, Turns and Stretching are some of the fundamentals taught in this class. Combinations are taught to today’s hottest music, and we always ensure that songs ...Read More

This class focuses on developing the strength, power, flexibility, and technique necessary for more advanced jumps and turns.  Working progressively, dancers will learn to perfect a variety of elements used in jumps and turns technique such as; proper posture, core strength, balance, and spotting techniques.  A great add on to your dance class regime! ...Read More

Lyrical dance is a dance style that blends elements of Ballet and Jazz.  Lyrical dance is generally a little more fluid than ballet and also somewhat faster — although not as rapidly executed as jazz dance.   Lyrical dance is characterized by fluidity and grace, and has a poetic, expressive quality.  This class challenges students to ...Read More

By the end of the nineteenth century, modern dance emerged as a new performing art that rebelled against the tight structure of traditional ballet. In the late 1800s and early 1900s, dancers Isadora Duncan and Loie Fuller popularized the dance form as a new style of artistry and entertainment with their lyrical, emotional performances.  Many ...Read More

This performance oriented Musical Theatre class will allow you to shine like a star…sing…act…dance!  Become a triple threat!  The class will build self-esteem and stress the importance of teamwork within an acting/dance class setting. Improvisation, drama exercises, dance and script work will be explored. This class is ideal for students interested in expressing themselves through ...Read More

Do you find in class that you “Can’t feel the stretch?” Are you concerned that you may be stretching incorrectly? Do you worry that you are “pushing the stretch too far?” Do you have a new year’s resolution to work on developing your flexibility this year? Then the Alixa Flexibility Program is for you! With ...Read More

Students will learn the basics of tap technique while developing a sense of rhythm, coordination and timing. Shuffle, ball change and stomp your way through a fun class that combines rhythm, sound and movement. Increasing footwork speed, sound clarity, and terminology are just a few of the skills that students will learn in this class. ...Read More

Step into a uniquely supportive space where adults of all backgrounds can explore movement with confidence and joy. Our classes celebrate every body type, ability level, and movement style, fostering an environment where you can truly be yourself. We believe in empowering adults to rediscover their bodies’ capabilities and potential through dance. Whether you’re returning ...Read More

Tumbling classes work on tumbling skills, and more importantly, drills for those skills. In addition to breaking skills down into parts for progressive learning, strength and flexibility stations increase an dancer’s total fitness and lead to more success as a tumbler. This strong foundation leads to the ability to learn new skills at an appropriate ...Read More

Unlock your Performance Potential! Join us as you journey to discover how acting can not only amplify your dancing, but also your self-confidence, and create unforgettable performances that showcase your true artistic talents. Through this class tailored to the unique needs of dancers, you will learn to be authentically yourself while on stage, unlocking a ...Read More

Aerial hoop (also known as lyra) is an apparatus-based circus art that brings acrobatic training into the air! Most times, hoop skills are performed spinning to allow your audience a perfect 360degree view. Skills can be performed below, in, or above the hoop. During this workshop you will learn a variety of poses, practice a ...Read More

At Not Just Another Dance Studio we believe in creating positive experiences and memories that will last a lifetime! The Daddy/Daughter Dance is a wonderful opportunity for Dad to spend quality time with his daughter. Together they will spend time at rehearsal and working through choreography. The memories in class, in fact, are as significant ...Read More

Elevate Your Dance Experience with Personalized Training at Not Just Another Dance Studio! Ready to take your dance skills to new heights? Whether you’re aiming for perfected turns, soaring jumps, or building strength and flexibility, our exclusive 1-on-1 private lessons are designed just for you! Meet Our Expert Instructors:  Miss Alyssa, Mr Chris, Miss Jussara, ...Read More

Experience the Joy of Dance: Your First Class is On Us! At NJADS, we’re so confident that your child will fall in love with dancing that we’re offering the chance to try a class before you officially register. It’s an opportunity to explore the magic of our studio, meet our wonderful instructors, and immerse yourself ...Read More

Try as many styles of dance as you like within a 7-day period (pending room in the class) for only $7!  Find out what being a part of the NJADS Family is all about and find out which classes are the perfect fit for your dancer before enrolling! ...Read More

Around the world, RAD is recognized for their quality, and their ability for their exams and assessments to motivate and reward students of all ages and abilities.  ...Read More

The Acrobatic Arts examination process is designed to motivate dancers. Having defined and achievable goals is a proven way to motivate dancers to excel. Dancers work through twelve exam levels, each designed to create a well-balanced acrobat, including elements of flexibility, strength, balance, limbering and tumbling. Examiners evaluate dancers against a set universal standard, allowing dancers ...Read More