The focus and intent of Turning Pointe Dance Studio is to provide Cape Cod and beyond the highest quality of dance training to students who wish to achieve a professional career in dance as well as to those who simply want to enjoy dance on a recreational level and receive all the benefits of exercising the mind and body. With this mission, Turning Pointe aims to provide each of its students with lifelong meaningful and enriching skills and an appreciation for the arts.
YOUNG CHILDREN'S DIVISION
The Young Children’s Division is divided into two sections for children ages 3-9. Class size is limited. All students receive the opportunity to perform in the annual Spring Showcase.
Introduction to Dance I and II - Ages 3-6
This fun creative-movement class focuses on coordination, motor skills, sensitivity to music, listening skills and spatial awareness through the use of imagination and props. Students learn some of the very beginning steps and vocabulary in ballet.
Beginning Ballet Levels 1, 2, and 3 – Ages 6-9
Beginning Ballet students begin to learn the basic fundamentals of ballet technique and terminology, while building muscular strength and proper dance posture. Classroom etiquette and discipline are emphasized in a positive, creative, and energetic atmosphere.
OPEN DIVISION
This division is offered to children, teens, and adults with previous dance training or to those just becoming acquainted with the art of dance. The Open Division offers a flexible schedule to those that do not wish to or are unable to fulfill the requirements of the Intensive Division. Open Division students may choose classes to fit their particular dance and fitness goals. Students receive the opportunity to perform in Turning Pointe’s annual Spring Showcase. Classes to choose from are ballet, jazz, modern, hip-hop and body conditioning.
Body conditioning classes are a revitalizing body workout combining ballet, yoga, and pilates, and low-impact aerobics. Body conditioning classes are an excellent way to get in shape and to gain flexibility and strength.
INTENSIVE DIVISION
The Intensive Division offers an exclusive curriculum for serious dance students ages 8 and up. Classes are carefully chosen to advance the technique and performance skills needed to progress into a professional career in dance. However, the Intensive Division is not only geared towards students seeking a professional career in dance. All students gain self-discipline, strong work ethic, selfmotivation, improved confidence, and an appreciation for high standards of excellence. Intensive Division students receive the opportunity to perform in the annual Spring Showcase, and other dance-related activities and to work with guest teachers and choreographers. Acceptance into the Intensive Division is by audition or invitation only. Level placement is at the sole discretion of the Artistic Faculty. Students must fulfill all the class requirements.
Requirements
Level 4: 2 ballet classes per week
Level 5: 3 ballet classes w/ pointe per week
Level 6: 3 ballet classes w/ pointe, and 1 body conditioning per week
Level 7: 4 ballet classes w/ pointe, and 1 body conditioning per week
Intensive Division students will occasionally have jazz and modern master classes during existing ballet classes.
Body Conditioning
Body conditioning classes, taught by Laura Faria, are a revitalizing body workout combining ballet, yoga, pilates and low-impace aerobics. Body conditioning classes are an excellent way to get in shape and to gain flixibility, strength and long lean muscles.
Body Conditioning Classes
Community Outreach Program
Selected students from Turning Pointe's Intensive Division receive the opportunity to participate in community service by creating lecture demonstrations and performing our repetoire at local daycares, pre-schools, libraries, Chamber of Commerce events, festivals, charity events, and more. Our aim is to enrich and educate young children and our community through music and dance.
497 Thomas Landers Road
Falmouth, MA 02536
Laura Faria, Artistic Director
Phone: 508-444-0278
