join us for FALL 2024 dance classes!
Fall 2024 Registration Now Open!!
Fall Session: Sept. 3-Dec. 13 (No classes Oct. 31 & Nov. 26-30)
Classes are held at Five Seasons Sports Club - 11970 Snider Road, Cincinnati, OH 45249
Fall Session: Sept. 3-Dec. 13 (No classes Oct. 31 & Nov. 26-30)
Classes are held at Five Seasons Sports Club - 11970 Snider Road, Cincinnati, OH 45249
Christian Dance Alliance is an educational dance ministry providing quality, age-appropriate dance instruction in a Christian environment. We are dedicated to sharing the joy of the Lord through the art of dance. Our curriculum incorporates classical dance technique with Scripture, contemporary Christian and classical music, choreographed routines as well as improvised prayer and worship movement. Classes are held at Five Seasons Sports Club - 11790 Snider Road, Cincinnati, OH 45249. We hope you will join us for classes!
Our goal in placing children in dance classes is to have every child in an age-appropriate and technically-appropriate level class where they will be comfortable but also challenged.
Age is the first criteria for class registration. If your child is age 3-6, she/he will not need a placement evaluation, and can immediately enroll in the appropriate class level based on age. If your child has never danced before, has a difficult time separating from you or following directions, we recommend defaulting to the lowest level that includes your child’s age. For example, a 4-year old who has never danced before should register for Dance Combo 1, but a 4-year old who took Dance Combo 1 (or similar class) the previous year may register for Dance Combo 1 again or Dance Combo 2. Please keep in mind that it is acceptable and not unusual for a dancer to repeat the same level for more than one year. If you have questions, please contact us!
Technical ability is the second criteria for class registration. Therefore, if your child is age 7+, we recommend a placement conversation or in-class evaluation. Classes in our Recreational Division do not require a placement evaluation, but if we find that your child is not in the most appropriate level for her/his experience, we will make the necessary adjustments.
For classes in our Preparatory Division (Age 8+, Level 1+), a placement evaluation is REQUIRED for new students (existing students please refer to your email for a placement notification). This evaluation is simply your child taking a class so our instructors can determine the appropriate level. Placement classes will be held by appointment only. Please contact info@christiandancealliance.com to register.
Please see the above links for more information about classes and leveling.
Age is the first criteria for class registration. If your child is age 3-6, she/he will not need a placement evaluation, and can immediately enroll in the appropriate class level based on age. If your child has never danced before, has a difficult time separating from you or following directions, we recommend defaulting to the lowest level that includes your child’s age. For example, a 4-year old who has never danced before should register for Dance Combo 1, but a 4-year old who took Dance Combo 1 (or similar class) the previous year may register for Dance Combo 1 again or Dance Combo 2. Please keep in mind that it is acceptable and not unusual for a dancer to repeat the same level for more than one year. If you have questions, please contact us!
Technical ability is the second criteria for class registration. Therefore, if your child is age 7+, we recommend a placement conversation or in-class evaluation. Classes in our Recreational Division do not require a placement evaluation, but if we find that your child is not in the most appropriate level for her/his experience, we will make the necessary adjustments.
For classes in our Preparatory Division (Age 8+, Level 1+), a placement evaluation is REQUIRED for new students (existing students please refer to your email for a placement notification). This evaluation is simply your child taking a class so our instructors can determine the appropriate level. Placement classes will be held by appointment only. Please contact info@christiandancealliance.com to register.
Please see the above links for more information about classes and leveling.
*Note on Ballet Slippers: please ensure that you purchase actual ballet slippers (see image). Some retail stores sell house slippers marketed as ballet slippers. These are not acceptable for class and are slippery. We recommend split-sole leather ballet slippers. These can be purchased at Diana’s Dancewear in Blue Ash or VeraNova in Mason.
*Note on Dance Attire: all dance attire should be modest and professional in appearance. Instructors reserve the right to require modifications to a dancer’s apparel. Repetitive, failure to follow the dress code may result in a student being asked to observe rather than participate in class.
For Dance Combo I/II, girls should wear a leotard and tights (any color/style) and PINK ballet slippers. Skirt is optional. Boys should wear a white t-shirt, black shorts and black ballet slippers. The first picture below shows a great example of what our youngest girls should wear. We recommend our young dancers bring an extra change of clothes and a clearly labeled water bottle. If necessary, wear a pull-up. Hair should be neatly secured off of the face, preferably in a ponytail or bun.
For Mighty Warriors, boys should wear a white t-shirt, black shorts and tennis shoes. We recommend our young dancers bring an extra change of clothes and a clearly labeled water bottle. If necessary, wear a pull-up.
For Pre-Ballet & Jazz Combo I/II/III, girls should wear a leotard and tights (any color/style) and PINK ballet slippers. Skirt is optional. Boys should wear a white t-shirt, black shorts and black ballet slippers. The first picture below shows a great example of what our young girls should wear. Jazz shoes are not needed. Hair should be neatly secured off of the face in a ponytail or bun. Please bring a clearly labeled water bottle.
For Ballet/Jazz I/II Duo, girls should wear a BLACK leotard (any modest style), PINK tights (convertible style), and PINK split-sole, leather ballet slippers and TAN pull-on jazz shoes. Male dancers should wear a white t-shirt with BLACK leggings and black ballet slippers and BLACK pull-on jazz shoes. All undergarments should be black or nude. Tights must be worn over the feet and inside the shoes. Shoe elastics must be properly sewn. Ballet skirts or black fitted dance shorts may be worn at instructor discretion. Proper dance warm-up clothing (such as ballet sweaters, leg warmers, leggings) may be worn until the end of tendu combinations, but clothing should not be restrictive to movement or too bulky as that will prohibit corrections to body alignment and technique. See pictures below. Hair must be neatly secured off the face and neck in a bun.
For Ballet Level II/III/IV/V, female dancers should wear a BLACK leotard (any modest style), PINK tights (convertible style), and PINK split-sole, leather ballet slippers. Male dancers should wear a white t-shirt with BLACK leggings and BLACK ballet slippers. All undergarments should be black or nude. Tights must be worn over the feet and inside the shoes. Shoe elastics must be properly sewn. Ballet skirts or black fitted dance shorts may be worn at instructor discretion. Proper dance warm-up clothing (such as ballet sweaters, leg warmers, leggings) may be worn until the end of tendu combinations, but clothing should not be restrictive to movement or too bulky as that will prohibit corrections to body alignment and technique. See pictures below. Hair must be neatly secured off the face and neck in a bun.
For Pointe, see dress code for ballet above, plus pointe shoes properly fitted with necessary toe pads, gauze, lamb’s wool, band-aids, and/or tape to protect toes. New pointe shoes must be approved by the Instructor prior to sewing ribbons and elastics.
For Contemporary, dancers should wear a leotard (any color/style), TAN or PINK tights (convertible style), and FLESH-TONE, HALF-SOLE, LEATHER lyrical shoes (Capezio Style #H061). BLACK dance shorts or capris may be worn, but clothing should not be restrictive to movement or too bulky as that will prohibit corrections to body alignment and technique. Hair must be neatly secured off the face and neck in a bun or ponytail. Kneepads are strongly recommended.
For Jazz, dancers should wear a leotard (any color/style), TAN or PINK tights (convertible style), and FLESH-TONE, HALF-SOLE, LEATHER lyrical shoes (Capezio Style #H061). BLACK dance shorts/capris/leggings may be worn, but clothing should not be restrictive to movement or too bulky as that will prohibit corrections to body alignment and technique. Hair must be neatly secured off the face and neck in a bun.
For Tap, dancers should modest work-out attire that allows for freedom of movement. Midriff should not be exposed; if necessary, dancers should wear a leotard (any color/style), MATTE BLACK, TIE-UP, LOW HEEL tap shoes (such as Capezio Style #443). Clothing should not be restrictive to movement or too bulky as that will prohibit corrections to body alignment and technique. Hair must be neatly secured off the face and neck.
For Hip Hop, female dancers should wear a BLACK leotard (any style), tights (any color and style), and BLACK PULL-ON jazz shoes. BLACK dance shorts or capris may be worn, but clothing should not be restrictive to movement or too bulky as that will prohibit corrections to body alignment. Male dancers should wear a WHITE t-shirt, BLACK shorts or pants that do not prohibit movement, and BLACK PULL-ON jazz shoes. Hair must be neatly secured off the face and neck in a bun or ponytail.
For Worship Dance, dancers should modest work-out attire that allows for freedom of movement. Ballet slippers, dance paws, socks or bare feet are acceptable. Hair must be neatly secured off the face, unless otherwise directed by the Instructor.
*Note on Dance Attire: all dance attire should be modest and professional in appearance. Instructors reserve the right to require modifications to a dancer’s apparel. Repetitive, failure to follow the dress code may result in a student being asked to observe rather than participate in class.
For Dance Combo I/II, girls should wear a leotard and tights (any color/style) and PINK ballet slippers. Skirt is optional. Boys should wear a white t-shirt, black shorts and black ballet slippers. The first picture below shows a great example of what our youngest girls should wear. We recommend our young dancers bring an extra change of clothes and a clearly labeled water bottle. If necessary, wear a pull-up. Hair should be neatly secured off of the face, preferably in a ponytail or bun.
For Mighty Warriors, boys should wear a white t-shirt, black shorts and tennis shoes. We recommend our young dancers bring an extra change of clothes and a clearly labeled water bottle. If necessary, wear a pull-up.
For Pre-Ballet & Jazz Combo I/II/III, girls should wear a leotard and tights (any color/style) and PINK ballet slippers. Skirt is optional. Boys should wear a white t-shirt, black shorts and black ballet slippers. The first picture below shows a great example of what our young girls should wear. Jazz shoes are not needed. Hair should be neatly secured off of the face in a ponytail or bun. Please bring a clearly labeled water bottle.
For Ballet/Jazz I/II Duo, girls should wear a BLACK leotard (any modest style), PINK tights (convertible style), and PINK split-sole, leather ballet slippers and TAN pull-on jazz shoes. Male dancers should wear a white t-shirt with BLACK leggings and black ballet slippers and BLACK pull-on jazz shoes. All undergarments should be black or nude. Tights must be worn over the feet and inside the shoes. Shoe elastics must be properly sewn. Ballet skirts or black fitted dance shorts may be worn at instructor discretion. Proper dance warm-up clothing (such as ballet sweaters, leg warmers, leggings) may be worn until the end of tendu combinations, but clothing should not be restrictive to movement or too bulky as that will prohibit corrections to body alignment and technique. See pictures below. Hair must be neatly secured off the face and neck in a bun.
For Ballet Level II/III/IV/V, female dancers should wear a BLACK leotard (any modest style), PINK tights (convertible style), and PINK split-sole, leather ballet slippers. Male dancers should wear a white t-shirt with BLACK leggings and BLACK ballet slippers. All undergarments should be black or nude. Tights must be worn over the feet and inside the shoes. Shoe elastics must be properly sewn. Ballet skirts or black fitted dance shorts may be worn at instructor discretion. Proper dance warm-up clothing (such as ballet sweaters, leg warmers, leggings) may be worn until the end of tendu combinations, but clothing should not be restrictive to movement or too bulky as that will prohibit corrections to body alignment and technique. See pictures below. Hair must be neatly secured off the face and neck in a bun.
For Pointe, see dress code for ballet above, plus pointe shoes properly fitted with necessary toe pads, gauze, lamb’s wool, band-aids, and/or tape to protect toes. New pointe shoes must be approved by the Instructor prior to sewing ribbons and elastics.
For Contemporary, dancers should wear a leotard (any color/style), TAN or PINK tights (convertible style), and FLESH-TONE, HALF-SOLE, LEATHER lyrical shoes (Capezio Style #H061). BLACK dance shorts or capris may be worn, but clothing should not be restrictive to movement or too bulky as that will prohibit corrections to body alignment and technique. Hair must be neatly secured off the face and neck in a bun or ponytail. Kneepads are strongly recommended.
For Jazz, dancers should wear a leotard (any color/style), TAN or PINK tights (convertible style), and FLESH-TONE, HALF-SOLE, LEATHER lyrical shoes (Capezio Style #H061). BLACK dance shorts/capris/leggings may be worn, but clothing should not be restrictive to movement or too bulky as that will prohibit corrections to body alignment and technique. Hair must be neatly secured off the face and neck in a bun.
For Tap, dancers should modest work-out attire that allows for freedom of movement. Midriff should not be exposed; if necessary, dancers should wear a leotard (any color/style), MATTE BLACK, TIE-UP, LOW HEEL tap shoes (such as Capezio Style #443). Clothing should not be restrictive to movement or too bulky as that will prohibit corrections to body alignment and technique. Hair must be neatly secured off the face and neck.
For Hip Hop, female dancers should wear a BLACK leotard (any style), tights (any color and style), and BLACK PULL-ON jazz shoes. BLACK dance shorts or capris may be worn, but clothing should not be restrictive to movement or too bulky as that will prohibit corrections to body alignment. Male dancers should wear a WHITE t-shirt, BLACK shorts or pants that do not prohibit movement, and BLACK PULL-ON jazz shoes. Hair must be neatly secured off the face and neck in a bun or ponytail.
For Worship Dance, dancers should modest work-out attire that allows for freedom of movement. Ballet slippers, dance paws, socks or bare feet are acceptable. Hair must be neatly secured off the face, unless otherwise directed by the Instructor.
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Christian Dance Alliance is a 501(c)3 Non-Profit Organization.
Contributions are tax deductible. Thank you for supporting our ministry.
Contributions are tax deductible. Thank you for supporting our ministry.