Lyrical
An extension of a dancer’s training, Lyrical classes combine techniques from Jazz, Ballet, and Modern genres with movement inspired by song lyrics. The perfect class for developing dancers who are seeking to enhance their performance abilities as they learn to tell stories through movement, expressing powerful emotions and creativity to reach their audiences.
Lyrical Placement: Starting this Fall, we are adding additional lyrical classes to our ATD Schedule to create more pathways for dancers to reach Lyrical eligibility.
Beginning Lyrical 9+ is for dancers in any kids level III and up who are ages 9-11. Lyrical is an add-on class--dancers must be enrolled in another ATD class in order to be eligible for Lyrical.
Teen Beginning Lyrical is for dancers in any Teen Level I and up who are at least 12 years old. Lyrical is an add-on class--dancers must be enrolled in another ATD class in order to be eligible for Lyrical.
Placements in levels beyond Beginning 9+ and Teen Beginning Lyrical are determined by the Department Lead in coordination with dancer's age, and other dance genres/levels the dancer is enrolled in.
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Attire Guidelines:
Attire: Please wear shoes to class (or bare feet as specified). Tights or socks without shoes are too slippery to dance safely. Please wear clothes that fit so teachers can see alignment and dancers are not distracted by their attire. Please wear shorts that come mid-thigh length. If shorter, please wear tights underneath. If wearing midriffs, please wear a leotard underneath. Students may also need athletic undergarments (e.g., sports bra, dance belt).
Hair: Please put long hair up in a ponytail, bun or hairstyle that allows for movement safely. Please pull short hair away from the face with barrettes or a headband. Teachers and staff members are happy to show dancers and caregivers how to put hair up for class.
Jewelry: Please leave jewelry at home. Large objects (hoop earrings, heavy bracelets) can be distracting and potentially dangerous when moving near classmates.
Fragrances/Lotions: Out of consideration for others and for the care of our floors, please avoid heavily scented products (body oil, lotion, perfume, etc). Deodorant or antiperspirant is encouraged.
Gum is not allowed inside the classroom. Please be sure to dispose of it before entering the studio.
Lyrical: Any style or color leotard and footless tights, jazz pants or shorts. Shorts shorter than mid-thigh must be worn over tights. Lyrical I, Teen Lyrical I and Teen Lyrical II must wear half-sole Lyrical footwear or “footundeez” (any color for class skin tone for performance). Teen Lyrical III and up will dance barefoot.