


Henriques Program progression
Our training program begins after Ballet & Jazz, with dancers progressing into Rising Stars, our pre-program designed to build a strong technical foundation and confidence. From there, dancers may advance through Ignite, Momentum, Accelerate, and ultimately Apex, our highest-level training program.
Please note that placement is not based solely on age. Each dancer is placed through our evaluation process to ensure they are in the program that best supports their individual growth, technique, and long-term progression. Our goal is to help every dancer develop at the pace that’s right for them while continuing to challenge and inspire them each step of the way.
Rising Stars
Pre-Company Program
An introduction to company training where dancers begin
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building confidence
classroom etiquette, teamwork & foundational dance skills.
Ignite
Foundation Company (C program)
Goals
• Build coordination and rhythm
• Introduce basic dance vocabulary
• Encourage confidence and musicality
Technique
• Plies, tendus, basic jumps
• Turns: prep turns, chainés
• Simple kicks & leaps
• Balance on one foot
Skills
• Counting music (8-counts)
• Following directions
• Spatial awareness
Choreography
• Short combos
• Focus on sharp vs smooth
• Simple formations
Performance
• Facial expression
• Energy projection
• Stage directions (front, back, corners)
Momentum
Development Company (C plus)
Goals
• Improve strength and clarity
• Develop body control
• Introduce performance quality
Technique
• Pirouettes (single & doubles)
• Leaps with proper prep
• Extensions – heal stretches
• Basic turns in jazz & contemporary
Skills
• Musical accents
• Clean arm placement
• Transitions between steps
Choreography
• Longer phrases
• Formation changes
• Style awareness
Performance
• Storytelling
• Confidence under pressure
• Clean finishes
Accelerate
Advanced Company (B program)
Goals
• Strength, stamina, and precision
• Emotional expression
• Self-awareness as performers
Technique
• Double turns (progression) – spotting
• Advanced leaps & jumps – feet
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Jeta’s
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Second jumps
• Floor work (contemporary)
• Control vs release
Skills
• Musical interpretation
• Clean lines & body awareness
• Timing as a group
Choreography
• Complex formations
• Texture & dynamics
• Transitional movement
Performance
• Intention behind movement
• Commitment
• Emotional depth (age-appropriate)
Apex
Premier Company (A program)
Goals
• Consistency
• Performance readiness
• Artistic individuality
Technique
• Turn variations
• Strength-based floor work
• Advanced jumps & control
• Style versatility
Skills
• Musical phrasing
• Performance endurance
• Quick pickup
Choreography
• Professional-level combos
• Style switching
• Clean spacing & precision
Performance
• Authenticity
• Confidence
• Projection & stage presence