Our Adult Fitness Program offers an invigorating 60 minute class of aerobic based dance and resistance training.  This class accommodates a wide range of goals, from weight loss to learning some new dance moves!  It is geared towards adults, but is appropriate for teens interested in a healthier lifestyle as well.

Upon registering, you will have a screening health history, body fat analysis, blood pressure and heart rate monitoring and nutritional and lifestyle modification guidance in a friendly and informal setting.

In Step's Adult Fitness Program is run by a qualified Clinical Exercise Physiologist and Certified Personal Trainer.  This class is an approved clinical internship site for West Virginia University Undergraduate and Masters Exercise Physiology Students.

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Although Italy began the ballet tradition, it was the French that cemented it.  Incorporating some aspects of Italian ballet, French ballet gained prominence in France and eventually international influence.  To this day, the brunt of ballet vocabulary originates from French.

Ballet, especially classical ballet, puts great emphasis on the method and execution of movement.  A distintive feature of ballet is the outward rotation of the thighs from the hip.  The foundation of the dance consists of five basic positions, all performed with the turnout.

Students are required to learn the names, meanings, and precise technique of each movement they learn.  Emphasis is put on building strength mostly in the lower body, particulary the legs, and the core (also called your center or stomach) as a strong core is necessary for many movements in ballet.

Ballet classes at In Step are offered to students ranging in age from 3 years to adult.  Classes are organized by skill level of beginner to advanced pointe.

Clogging is a traditional type of percussive folk dance which is associated with a number of different regions across the world.Originally, it was not always called "clogging", being known variously as flat-footing, foot-stomping, buck dancing, jigging, or other local terms.  What all these had in common was emphasizing the downbeat of the music by enthusiastic footwork.

In the U.S., the Appalachian style of clogging, as well as many distinct styles, have developed.  Modern competitive clogging style incorporates aspects of the English and Irish step dances, as well as American Appalachian clogging, French-Canadian step dance, tap and more.  The high-energy style has opened the form to a wide audience, and the traditional styles also continue to flourish, with hundreds of workshops and competitions every year.

It is recommended that children do not begin clogging until age 5, where the basic steps of clogging will be enphasized.  Tap is also recommended prior to clogging.  By participating in clogging at In Step, you can become a member of the studio's feature group, Fancy Double Youth Cloggers.  This group is frequently invited to perform at various venues, attends numerous workshops, and has won many awards through competitions.

Hip hop dance covers a wide range of styles, including dances that have often been associated with hip hop culture, to those that are merely performed to the music.  These styles have grown in popularity over the years, partly due to the rise in popularity of hip hop music.

Students can begin studying hip hop at the age of 5 and are placed in one of four classes based on skill level.  Even though hip hop music may contain explicit lyrics, special measures are taken to assure that all music is not only editted, but age appropiate as well.

Jazz dance has seen many evolutions throughout the years.  Having its origins in African American Dance, it was popularized by dances such as the Charleston and Jitter-Bug, and later trasformed into many various styles, such as those of Luigi and Bob Fosse.  Jazz dance is common in Musical Theatre and is a popular dance style choice of danceline and teams.

To excel in jazz dance, the dancer must master ballet techniques.   In jazz dancing the movements are big and exaggerated and there is usually an attitude the dancer conveys to the audience.  The attitude would depend on the dance.

At In Step, dancers can begin studying Jazz dance at the age of 5 and are placed in one of four classes based on skill level and age.  Ballet is recommended both prior to and in coordiance with Jazz.  Many different forms and styles of Jazz dance are explored in these classes.

Modern dance is a dance form developed in the early 20th century.  In the early 1900s a few dancers in Europe started to rebel against the rigid constraints of Classical Ballet.  Shedding classical ballet technique, costume and shoes these early modern dance pioneers practiced free dance.

In America dancers such as Isadora Duncan, Doris Humphrey and Martha Graham developed their own styles of free dance and laid the foundations of American modern dance with their choreography and teaching.

When one is learning the art of modern dance, one should put themselves in the mindset of whatever their dance is expressing.

Dancers at In Step can begin studying Modern dance at the age of 12.

Tap dance was born in the United States during the 19th century, and today is popular all around the world.  The name comes from the tapping sound made when the small metal plates on the dancer's shoes touch a hard floor.  This lively, rhythmic tapping makes the performer not just a dancer, but also a percussive musician.

Common tap steps include the shuffle, flap, cramp roll, buffalo, Maxie Ford, time steps, pullbacks, and wings.  Tap dancing steps may be learned and mastered by children and adults alike and are a good way to express/learn rhythm, dance, and percussion.

Dancers at In Step can begin studying Tap at the age of 3.  The Fundamentals of Tap dancing are taught at a basic level and advance through 4 offered classes.

Do you and your honey want to WOW your friends and family at your wedding reception?  In Step can teach you how!  With 4 lessons, you can glide across the floor with a graceful waltz, jump and jive with some jazzy swing, or leave them wanting more with a saucey tango.

Would you like to be proceded down the ailse by a group of beautiful ballerinas?  Or have a hand in getting the most out of your wedding day photos?  In Step's Wedding Choreography also offers expertise in organizing and placing members of your bridal party at the wedding and reception for the best look and most romantic feel.

Impress your guests with your fancy footwork and get In Step!

Ballroom dancing is known as the partner dances which began in the Western world.  With much recent publicity, people are enjoying ballroom dancing both socially and competitively around the globe.  Films, television, and stages everywhere are broadcasting this style of dance.

Both young and old can learn and enjoy the many styles of dances.  In the United States, there are four variations of the styles of dance which include International Standard, International Latin, American Smooth, and American Rhythm.  There are different amateur dance proficiency levels defined by USA Dance. The main levels include Bronze, Silver, and Gold.

At In Step, Andrea will be teaching the basic steps of the Bronze syllabus along with common knowledge of the dances.  Her specialties include Swing, Cha Cha, Rumba, Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, and Salsa.  Posture, terminology, and basic facts will be taught.  A partner is NOT needed to learn the dances but can be verrrryyyy helpful.  ANYONE can dance!

Twirling I - This class is for the beginner.  This class concentrates on proper baton handling.  Students will go from learning how to hold your baton to the proper directions to twirl it.  Students will learn basic twirls and marching.

Twirling II - This class is for the intermediate level (usually ages 9-13).  This class concentrates on learning more twirls and proper ways to toss the baton.  They also learn the rules of twirling.  This is a difficult class and attendance is a must.   The children will do group tosses that require good attendance to be able to practice them properly.

Twirling III - This class is for the advanced twirler.  They learn more difficult twirls and tosses and progress to twirling two batons.  This is a difficult class and attendance is a must.  The children do group tosses that require good attendance to be able to practice them properly.  They also do difficult tricks that require more practice as a group to perfect.  To be invited to participate in this class the student must participate in Twirling II as well.  They must also excel past the skills of Twirling II.  Eligibility to participate in this class will be determined by the instructor.

In this class, participants will be led through a flowing yoga routine that allows participants to increase flexibility, strength and energy.  It is formatted to emphasize gentle yoga poses and proper breathing.  The class is ideal for beginners seeking an introduction to the ancient practice of yoga.  You can do it!  Yoga has something for people of all ages and abilities.

This class is offered to all children that face challenges with their health: these can be physical, medical, or psychological issues.  It is the goal of this new program to allow children of all abilities to express their artistic talents through appropriate levels of creative movement and music interpretation.

Dance is a therapeutic tool that enhances movement, confidence, socialization, coordination, and also provides entertainment.  The teacher, Tammy Starkey, is a Registered Nurse- currently working with children in our community; she also has experience as a dance teacher.

The class will be Mondays at 7pm at In Step School of Dance and is Free of charge.  The children will be welcome to perform in recitals, performances and parades.

Want to get in shape, but feel like you need some 1 on 1 guidance?  Or are you currently working out and feel like you need to kick it up a notch?  Our Clinical Exercise Physiologist and ACE certified personal trainer can help you reach your goals.  In a 30 minute or 1 hour session, you will be guided through a cardio and strength training program that will be tailor made to fit your needs.  You can also add a fitness assessment to your package which will measure your fitness level now and show your improvements in a 12 week period.