Here at Brighter Days Dance, our dance classes build off of one another, each level getting more challenging and requiring greater skill.
With different instructors and so many God-glorifying songs, your class may consist of some sharp, hard-hitting steps or some more expressive, smoother-type moves. You’ll learn about rhythm, moving in unison, and building your technical abilities.
In class, you’ll begin with a warm-up, learn a routine, and practice technique in the form of turns, strength training, leaps, and flexibility exercises. Because of our love for Christ and devotion to His Word, we will also include some Bible study and prayer time in each class.
Below you will find a brief description of what you can expect at your dance class. Hope to see you at the studio!
General Class Information
Each of our classes has a class size maximum depending on the genre and age of the students.
Class length varies depending on the age and level of the dance class.
Classes are held at our studio at 1921 E Main Street, Little Chute.
Each instructor runs their classes differently. Some of our instructors do tricks, lifts or stunts in their classes. If your dancer has physical restrictions that prohibit them from participating in such activities, please complete that information on the registration form.
Each instructor reserves the right to move children to a different level if they feel the student’s needs will be better fit in a different class.
If classes are full, we can put your name on a waiting list, upon request.
Please also see our page on the dress code.
Please see the NEW Registration Form.
Ballet
Intro to Ballet for 4-Year-Olds: This 30-minute class for 4-year-olds is an introduction to ballet. We will cover basic ballet steps with an emphasis on gross motor skill development, listening skills and social interaction. This class will start with a light and easy series of stretches and barre warm-ups. This class will be taught fun and easy ballet moves to Christian music that will help build coordination and confidence.
Intro to Ballet for 5-Year-Olds: This 30-minute class for 5-year-olds begins with a light stretch and barre warm-up. We will learn the positions of ballet and several ballet moves. Each child will be encouraged to try each step and do their best. This class will be an introductory class to the elegance and control that is required of ballerinas. Steps they will learn include, but are not limited to: all five positions, side chasse, posse and step posse, rendejams, echappe, battement, developpe and combinations.
Beginning 1 Ballet: This 30-minute class begins with a warm-up and stretch at the barre. We will dedicate 10 minutes of each class to technique. Technique will also be accompanied by the combining of steps to complete a routine or different combinations. Steps they will learn include, but are not limited to: front chasse, single inside and outside pirouettes, and combinations. Ages 6 to 8 are recommended at this level but may vary per instructor placement.
Beginning 2 Ballet: This is a 35-minute class, with 10 minutes dedicated to technical instruction. A warm-up, stretching, and time to work on a class routine will fill the remainder of the class. Some of the steps we will learn are rendejams en laire, attitudes, and three-step turns. Each level is designed to build off of the ones below it. Class etiquette and teamwork is always encouraged. Dancers will be ages 8 to 10 for this level unless an instructor says otherwise.
Intermediate 1 Ballet: This 45-minute class is for students who have mastered the skill set at the beginning level class. Each class begins with a warm-up and stretch at the barre. We will dedicate 15 minutes of each class to technique. Technique will also be accompanied by the combining of steps to complete a routine or different combinations. Steps they will learn include, but are not limited to: double outside pirouettes, cabriole, pas de chat, and leaps. Ages 11 and up are recommended unless an instructor says otherwise.
Intermediate 2 Ballet: This is a 50-minute class, with 20 minutes reserved for technique time. The students will be challenged to push themselves toward accomplishing larger movements and encouraged to fine tune the technique they learned in previous levels, all while learning how to dance as if they were dancing for the Lord. We will perfect double periouettes, chaines turns, changement and combinations as we also learn our routine. Dancers must be placed in this level by an instructor and will be ages 12 and up.
Advanced Ballet 1: This 55-minute class is for students that have mastered the skill set at the intermediate 2 level class. We begin with a warm-up and stretch at the barre. We will have a strong focus on technique as we dedicate 30 minutes of each class period towards improvement there. The students will be encouraged to challenge themselves in accomplishing larger movements and to fine tune the technique they learned in Intermediate 2 Ballet. The students will also be challenged to build up strength in their bodies if they wish to pursue dancing on pointe. The students are encouraged to fully embrace the Christian music and live out the songs by dancing in such a way that tells the story. Steps they will learn include, but are not limited to: triple outside pirouettes, fouettes, waltz circles, traveling posse turns, glissade assemble and combinations. Dancers must be placed at this level by an instructor and will be ages 13 and up.
Advanced Ballet 2/pointe: The dancers at this level will participate in the Pointework class one day a week AND a 60-minute class a different day of the week. This class is for students that have mastered the skill set at the Advanced 1 level class. We begin with a warm-up and pointework at the barre. We will have a strong focus on technique as we dedicate 30 minutes of each class period towards improvement there. The students will be encouraged to challenge themselves in accomplishing larger movements and to fine tune the technique they learned in Advanced 1 Ballet, but now they will be on pointe. The students are encouraged to fully embrace the Christian music and live out the songs by dancing in such a way that tells the story. Steps they will learn include, but are not limited to: triple outside pirouettes, fouettes, waltz circles, traveling posse turns, glissade assemble and combinations. Dancers must be placed at this level by an instructor and will be ages 14 and up.
Pointework: This 30-minute class is for students signed up in the advanced 2 level ballet class that are working at mastering those skills and have demonstrated enough strength and maturity in their dancing to be moved onto pointe. This class will include a lot of barre work and strength training in order to acquire the ability to dance on pointe. Dancers must be placed at this level by an instructor and will be ages 14 and up.
Ballet Technique for Intermediate & Advanced Dancers: This workshop will offer a variety of intensive classes working on different areas of movement. We will focus on strengthening, balance, jumps, turns, arms, and center work. Each class will have floor warm-ups, barre, center exercises, and an allegro & adagio combination.
The focus of this technique class is on ballet, but all genres are welcome to participate. This is a NON-recital class.
Hip Hop
Beginning 1 Hip Hop- This 30-minute class for beginning-level students begins with a stretch and aerobic warm-up. During this class, they will learn hip hop dance moves that fit with the latest trends. These sharp and hard-hitting dance moves will be appropriate and fun. This class will focus 10 minutes of each class on hip hop technique. At the end of class, the students will have the opportunity to participate in a fun, teacher-led activity. Steps they will learn include, but are not limited to: b-boy, snake, and crossovers. Recommended for ages 6 to 8.
Beginning 2 Hip Hop- This is a 35-minute class designed to perfect the moves learned at the Beginning 1 level and add on some more challenging and age-appropriate moves. We will start with a warm-up and during technique time, we will learn some exercises to help us be better and stronger dancers. The grinder, wave, and plank roll are some of the most popular moves at this level, while even more will be touched upon. Ages 8 thru 10 are recommended.
Intermediate 1 Hip Hop- This 45-minute class is for students that have mastered the skill set at the beginning level classes. Class begins with a stretch and aerobic warm-up. During this class, they will build off what they have learned in Beginning Hip Hop. New moves are introduced as they make their way into the hip hop scene. We will try, in this way, to stay current and also teach an appropriate version of trends as they become popular. This class will focus 20 minutes of each class on hip hop technique. The students will learn how to dance to Christian music in a way that brings glory to God’s name. Steps they will learn include, but are not limited to: moonwalk, knee turn, tuts (hand work) and glides. We recommend ages 11 and up for this class unless placed by an instructor.
Intermediate 2 Hip Hop- This is a 50-minute class designed to perfect the moves learned at the Intermediate 1 level and add on some more age-appropriate and more challenging moves. We will start with a couple of warm-up routines and during technique time, we will learn some exercises to help us be better and stronger dancers. Attitude, precision, emotion; these are the skills necessary for this intense level. Come ready to work! (And we will have a great time, of course!) We recommend ages 11 and up for this class, with an instructor’s placement only.
Advanced 1 Hip Hop- This 55-minute class is for students that have mastered the skill set at the intermediate level classes. Class begins with fast-paced, muscle-burning warm-ups. As in Intermediate Hip Hop, new moves are introduced as they make their way into the hip hop scene. We will try, in this way, to stay current and also teach an appropriate version of trends as they become popular. They will execute hard-hitting dance moves that are appropriate and fun. This class will focus 30 minutes of each class on hip hop technique. They will be challenged to dance for the Lord with their bodies and their hearts. Steps they will learn include, but are not limited to: glide, donkey kicks, footwork and the fish flop. We recommend ages 14 and up for this class, with an instructor’s placement only.
Advanced 2 Hip Hop- This is our highest level of Hip Hop dancing. It is here that we see the culmination of hard work, dedication, and loads of practice. It is a 60-minute class, 30 minutes spent perfecting and honing our skills. We teach and expect improvisation, control, and expression on the stage. Since this is our top level, we reserve it for dancers who are at least 14 and have moved through the ranks of the other levels. Instructor placement only.
Lyrical
Beginning 1 Lyrical: This is a 30-minute class introducing students to the lyrical style of dance. We focus 10 minutes of every class on technique, while also including a warm-up and recital routine. Some of the moves we will introduce include the single pirouette, front chasse, waltz step, and arabesques. Though they may read like the same requirements as our jazz levels, the technique taught is a completely different style. We recommend ages 6-8 for this level, though placement is reserved to instructors’ assignment.
Beginning 2 Lyrical: This is a 35-minute class for a different age of beginner lyrical dancers. At this level, children have a bit more coordination and confidence, and are pruned and polished into great dancers. We focus 10 minutes on technique and build on moves as we master them. We will learn single inside and outside pirouettes, chasses in opposition, compass and chaine turns, and kicks. Though they may read like the same requirements as our jazz levels, the technique taught is a completely different style. We recommend ages 8-10 for this level, though instructors will place as they deem necessary.
Intermediate 1 Lyrical: This is a 45-minute class for those ready to push themselves to become stronger dancers. We will spend 20 minutes of each class working on technique using drills, exercises, and the like. Some new skills we will learn include double pirouettes, attitude turns, and pique turns. Musicality and expression are key at this level. Improvisation is also introduced and encouraged. We recommend ages 11 and up for this level. Instructor placements may vary.
Intermediate 2 Lyrical: This is a 50-minute class where flexibility and grace meet. In this class we add the emotion and perfect the foundations we have built upon already. Technical exercises take 20 minutes of the class, with an expectation of practice happening at home as well. We learn leap combinations, turn combinations, and critique ourselves and our classmates to be our best. Though they may read like the same requirements as our jazz levels, they are not as the technique taught is a completely different style. We recommend ages 12 and up for this class, with an instructor’s placement only.
Advanced 1 Lyrical: This is our 55-minute class for those who have proven their dedication to and love of dance. In this class, technique and strength building takes 30 minutes, while our routine and warmup take the rest of our class time. We will learn triple pirouettes, barrel turns, switch leaps, and build on more challenging tricks as we develop our strengths. An appreciation for expression, teamwork, musicality, and dancing for the Lord is fostered and honed here. We recommend ages 13 and up for this class, with an instructor’s placement only.
Advanced 2 Lyrical: This is our 60-minute class for those who have proven their dedication to and love of dance. In this class, technique and strength building takes 30 minutes, while our routine and warmup take the other half of our class time. We will learn triple pirouettes, barrel turns, switch leaps, and build on more challenging tricks as we develop our strengths. An appreciation for expression, teamwork, musicality, and dancing for the Lord is fostered and honed here. We recommend ages 14 and up for this class, with an instructor’s placement only.
Jazz
Intro to Jazz for 4-year-olds: This is a 30-minute class designed to introduce a child into the world of jazz. We will start off with some light stretching, practice some skills across the floor, and learn a short routine. Most of what we will focus on will include gross motor skill development, following directions, and interaction in a classroom setting. Some of our favorite steps include the passe, kick, chasse, and turn. Learning games and other fun opportunities make this class a great place to start.
Intro to Jazz for 5-year-olds: This is a 30-minute class designed to introduce a child to a dance class setting. We start off with a short warm-up, practice skills across the floor, and learn a short routine. At this age, we practice rhythm, some terminology, and learning coordination and confidence. Little dancers will learn steps similar to the 4-year-olds, but now with a higher expectation. They will love to see how much they grow this year in dance class!
Beginning 1 Jazz: This is a 30-minute class where strong dancers are made! We focus 10 minutes of every class on technique, while also including a warm up and recital routine. Some of the moves we will introduce include the single pirouette, front chasse, pique, crossover, and jazz square. We recommend ages 6-8 for this level, though placement is reserved to instructors assignment.
Beginning 2 Jazz: This is a 35-minute class for a different age of beginner jazz dancers. At this level, children have a bit more coordination and confidence, and are pruned and polished into great dancers. We focus 10 minutes on technique and build on moves as we master them. We will learn single inside and outside pirouettes, chasses in opposition, the lindy, and kicks. We recommend ages 8-10 for this level, though instructors will place as they see fit.
Intermediate 1 Jazz: This is a 45-minute class for those ready to push themselves to become stronger dancers. We will spend 15 minutes of each class working on technique using drills, exercises, and the like. Some new skills we will learn include kicklines, leaps, tour jetes, and chaine turns. We recommend ages 11 and up for this level. Instructor placements may vary.
Intermediate 2 Jazz: This is a 50-minute class where flexibility and grace meet. In this class, we add the emotion and perfect the foundations we have built upon already. Technical exercises take 20 minutes of the class, with an expectation of practice happening at home as well. We learn leap combinations, turn combinations, double pirouettes and critique ourselves and our classmates to be our best. We recommend ages 12 and up for this class, with an instructor’s placement only.
Advanced 1: This is our 55-minute jazz class for those who have proven their dedication to and love of dance. In this class, technique and strength building takes 30 minutes, while our routine and warmup take the rest of our class time. We will learn triple pirouettes, barrel turns, switch leaps, and build on more challenging tricks as we develop our strengths. We recommend ages 13 and up for this class, with an instructor’s placement only.
Advanced 2 Jazz: This is our 60-minute jazz class for those who have proven their dedication to and love of dance. In this class, technique and strength building takes 30 minutes, while our routine and warmup take the other half of our class time. We will learn triple pirouettes, barrel turns, switch leaps, and build on more challenging tricks as we develop our strengths. We recommend ages 14 and up for this class, with an instructor’s placement only.
Tap
Intro to Tap for 4-Year-Olds: This 30-minute class for 4-year-olds is an introduction to tap. We will cover beginning tap steps with an emphasis on gross motor skill development, listening skills and social interaction. Steps they will learn include, but are not limited to: toe, heel, brush, spank, shuffle. This class will be taught fun and easy dance steps to Christian music that will help build coordination and confidence.
Intro to Tap for 5-Year-Olds: This 30-minute class for 5-year-olds begins with a warm-up and then progresses with basic tap steps and terminology. Students will continue to master the basic steps of heel, toe, brush, spank, shuffle, while expanding on those steps learning shuffle hop step, ball change, and shuffle ball change. This class includes the joy of learning to tap their little toes while at the same time acquiring a great sense of rhythm.
Beginning 1 Tap: This 30-minute class for beginning-level students begins with a warm-up and then progresses with tap steps and terminology. This class focuses on teaching technique for 10 minutes each class period. Steps they will learn include, but are not limited to: flaps, flap heels, back flaps, and buffalos. Recommended for ages 6 to 8, unless specified by an instructor.
Beginning 2 Tap: This class is 35 minutes long with 10 minutes devoted to technique. We will begin with a warm-up and focus on perfecting the basics in tap dance. Maxi Fords, cramp rolls, and riffs are just some of the steps we will practice. Great class etiquette and teamwork will always be encouraged. Ages 8 to 10 unless an instructor says otherwise.
Intermediate 1 Tap: This 45-minute class is for students that have mastered the skill set at the beginning level class. We begin with a warm-up and then progress with challenging tap steps and terminology. This class focuses on teaching technique for 20 minutes each class period. Steps they will learn include, but are not limited to: single times steps, Shirley Temple, and paradiddle. Recommended age is 11 and up with exceptions to instructor placement.
Intermediate 2 Tap: This class is 50 minutes long with 20 minutes set aside for technique time. There will be a warm-up and stretching, followed by time to work on our routine. The shim sham, treble, and faster combinations of beginning level steps are just some of what we will be practicing. Adding emotion and dancing for our Lord will be expected and developed here as well! Dancers must be placed in this level by an instructor and will be ages 12 and up.
Advanced 1 & 2 Tap: This 60-minute class is for students that have mastered the skill set at the intermediate level class begins with a warm-up and then progresses with challenging tap steps and terminology. This class focuses on teaching technique for 30 minutes each class period. Steps they will learn include, but are not limited to: wings, double and triple times steps, traveling time steps, and faster combinations of beginning/intermediate level steps. Dancers must be placed in this level by an instructor and be ages 13 and up.
Cheer & Dance
Beginning 1 Cheer and Dance: This 30-minute class for beginning-level students begins with stretching and warm-up kicks followed by 10 minutes of technique. The recital routine will consist of both a cheerleading chant and a dance number. Our chants will be Bible verses and our dances, upbeat and peppy. Students will learn and recite scripture and work together as a team while glorifying God with their movement. Ages 6 to 8 for this level unless specified by an instructor.
Beginning 2 Cheer and Dance: This 35-minute class for beginning-level students begins with stretching and warm-up kicks/jumps followed by 10 minutes of technique. The skills and moves in this level will be age-appropriate and fun! We also work on cartwheels and round-offs at this level. We practice our Bible verse chants and learn teamwork and great classroom etiquette. Our recital piece includes a dance number and a cheerleading chant. Ages 8 to 10 unless recommended by an instructor.
Intermediate 1 Cheer and Dance: This 45-minute class is for students who have mastered the skill set at the beginning level class. We will begin with stretching and strength as well as warm-up kicks and jumps and continue with 20 minutes of technique. We add more advanced tricks as well as stunts to this level. Students will learn chants and a cheer (Bible verses) in addition to an accelerated cheerleading dance routine. During the recital, the students will perform a scripture chant and a dance number. We will strengthen our scripture recitation and teamwork. Recommended for ages 11 and up unless placed by an instructor.
Intermediate 2 Cheer and Dance: This is a 50-minute class for students ready to perfect and hone their skills. Stretching and practicing at home is a must at this level! We spend 20 minutes of each class drilling our technique which includes jumps and kicks. We build on the stunts and tricks from Intermediate 1 with the goal of refining and adding more. Glorifying God with our Bible verse chants and cheer and hard-hitting dance moves is what we aim to do. Dancers must be placed by an instructor for this class. All dancers will be ages 12 and up unless placed by an instructor.
Advanced 1/2 Cheer and Dance: This is a 55-minute class for dancers who are committed to working hard and trying new things. Continued stretching and practicing at home is a must at this level! Dancers will learn more advanced stunts and tricks as well as multiple cheers and chants. Our recital dance will include a cheer, tricks, stunts, and dance. We will spend time each week working on stretching and strength as well as improving and adding to our choreography. Dancers will work on toe touches, hurdlers, and pikes. Stunts may include shoulder stands, liberties, pyramids, and basket tosses. Dancers must be placed by an instructor for this class. All dancers will be ages 13 and up unless placed by an instructor.
Classes for Children 3 and Under
Music and Movement: This is a 30-minute class for 3 years olds. In this class, your student will learn fun ways to move to the music. They will learn basic beats and how to count while dancing. They will practice balancing, learning right and left, proper studio etiquette and personal space. The skills learned in this class will prepare them for a more structured dance class in the future. This is a non-recital class.
Big & Little: This 30-minute class is for walking 1-2-year-olds along with their parent/guardian. During this class, we will change large motor & small motor activities every few minutes to keep the little ones engaged. Little dancers will be encouraged to follow simple step directions while listening to music/using props all while listening to fun-filled music that will make them smile. This is a non-recital class.
Summer Classes
Praise Project for Kids: This class was designed with worship in mind! Come learn simple dance movements to praise songs. Be ready to SING and MOVE throughout this class! This class is geared towards ages 6-10.
Summer Dance Camps: Each session will consist of 2 genres. Dancers will learn a warmup, some technique across the floor and in the center of the room, and a fun combo for each genre each week. We will end with stretching and Bible time.
Adult Classes
Summer Adult Dance: A new genre will be taught each week for 3 weeks: Jazz, lyrical, and hip hop. One hour of dancing will include a warm-up, a conditioning exercise specific to that genre, learning some fundamental moves across the floor or tricks at the center, and learning a fun combo. We close each class with stretching and an encouraging devotional to fuel you for the week. Great for your body movement, your brain function, and your soul.
Summer Adult Bible Time: Read & Discuss. Share a prayer request if you so desire. We will focus on Galatians in June and Ephesians in July. Read 2 chapters each week (there are 6 chapters in each of those books), take note of what you found to be interesting and come ready to discuss.