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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

  • 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

  • Jeta’s 

  • 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

Studio Address : 2636 Bristol Pike Bensalem,

PA 19020

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