Levels at Chasse
A dancer moves up when the teacher and the family agree they are ready. Here is what each level covers.
- 01
Creative movement
Ages 3 to 5SkillsMarching, skipping and galloping to the music
Moving with scarves and hoops
Waiting a turn in a line
Moving upThe teacher talks with the family after a session. A dancer moves to first steps when they are ready and the family agrees.
- 02
First steps
Ages 6 to 8SkillsFirst ballet positions at the barre
Simple tap sounds across the floor
Learning a short combination
Moving upThe teacher and the family talk over the next level after a session. There is no test.
- 03
Next steps
Ages 9 to 12SkillsLonger ballet combinations
Tap rhythms in a row
Turns and travels across the floor
Moving upA dancer moves to the studio class or stays another session, whichever suits them better.
- 04
Studio class
Ages 9 to 12SkillsJazz technique and hip hop grooves
Learning a routine to share
Making up a short phrase of movement
Moving upDancers stay in the studio class as long as they enjoy it, and join an older group when one opens.
- 05
Adult beginners
AdultsSkillsBallet basics, jazz and tap steps
Linking steps into eight counts
Dancing at your own pace
Moving upThere is one adult level. Come for as many sessions as you like.
Sample levels.
Pointe is the teacher's call, when she says a dancer is ready.
Not sure where to start?
Book a class and tell the teacher what a dancer has done before. We will place them at the door.