PROGRAMMING AT IDC

DANCE

DANCE

At IDC, our dance program is designed to do more than teach steps - we build confident, disciplined, and expressive dancers. With classes for every age and level, our structured curriculum focuses on strong technique, performance quality, and personal growth in a positive and encouraging environment. Whether your dancer is just starting out or ready for advanced training, they’ll be supported, challenged, and inspired every step of the way.

CORE LEVELS

We group dancers based on skill, experience, and readiness - not just age - so every dancer is set up for success.

LITTLE STARS

For first-time dancers learning independence, structure, and classroom basics.

Expectations

  • Participate in class with encouragement
  • Stay in assigned spot/area
  • Follow simple directions (1-step instructions)
  • Keep hands to self
  • Try movements (not perfection-focused)
  • Transition with the group (into/out of class activities)

What We’re Teaching

  • Listening skills
  • Classroom structure
  • Body awareness
  • Confidence being away from parent

TWINKLE STARS

 Dancers ready for more structure and consistency.

Expectations

  • Follow 2-step directions
  • Stay engaged for the majority of class
  • Show “ready position” when asked
  • Respect personal space
  • Participate in across-the-floor and center work
  • Minimal disruptions

What We’re Teaching

  • Classroom discipline
  • Beginning technique habits
  • Focus and participation
  • Taking turns and patience

SHOOTING STARS

 Dancers preparing for school-age structure and/or future team track.

Expectations

  • Follow multi-step directions independently
  • Stay engaged entire class
  • Demonstrate self-control (body & voice)
  • Execute skills with focus and effort
  • Respect teachers and peers at all times
  • Transition quickly between activities

What We’re Teaching

  • Strong work ethic
  • Independence
  • Performance quality
  • Responsibility in a structured class

RISING STARS

New dancers or those building foundational skills.

Expectations

  • Arrive on time and prepared
  • Follow all instructions the first time given
  • Stay engaged and on task
  • Show respect to teachers and peers
  • Give full effort (even when skills are difficult)

SUPER STARS

 Dancers with experience who are ready for increased expectations.

Expectations

  • Strong focus and work ethic
  • Quick retention of choreography
  • Apply corrections immediately
  • Maintain positive attitude
  • No excessive talking or distractions
  • Show initiative (not waiting to be told everything)

ALL STARS

 Highly committed dancers with strong technique and discipline.

Expectations

  • Full effort at all times
  • Immediate application of corrections
  • Leadership in behavior and attitude
  • Strong class focus (no side conversations)
  • Accountability without reminders
  • Respect for the training environment

COMPETITION DANCE

MINI STARS

For intro level competitors ages 4-6 who are looking to get started in competition.

Expectations

  • Listen and respond quickly
  • Stay in assigned spot
  • Try all choreography
  • Show kindness and teamwork
  • Follow directions without repeated reminders

SHINING STARS

 Dancers who are just getting started in competition or looking for a smaller committment.

Expectations

  • Strong work ethic
  • Retain choreography
  • Apply corrections quickly
  • No negative attitudes or distractions
  • Be a supportive teammate

ELITE STARS

 Highly committed and experienced dancers with strong technique and discipline.

Expectations

  • 100% effort, 100% of the time
  • Immediate correction application
  • Professional attitude
  • Leadership within the team
  • Self-discipline (no reminders needed)
  • Respect for coaches, teammates, and training time

COMPETITION CLOGGING

SUPERNOVAS

For intro level competitors ages 4-6 who are looking to get started in competition.

Expectations

  • Listen and respond quickly
  • Stay in assigned spot
  • Try all choreography
  • Show kindness and teamwork
  • Follow directions without repeated reminders

COSMIC RAYS

 Dancers who are experienced in competition with basic fundamentals.

Expectations

  • Strong work ethic
  • Retain choreography
  • Apply corrections quickly
  • No negative attitudes or distractions
  • Be a supportive teammate

VELOCITY

 Highly committed and experienced dancers with strong technique and discipline.

Expectations

  • 100% effort, 100% of the time
  • Immediate correction application
  • Professional attitude
  • Leadership within the team
  • Self-discipline (no reminders needed)
  • Respect for coaches, teammates, and training time

CHEERLEADING

Our cheer program combines athleticism, teamwork and spirit in an empowering environment. Students will learn motions, jumps, stunting fundamentals, and sideline routines while building confidence and leadership skills. Our cheerleaders gain the skills they need to shine on the field, the mat, and beyond - all while being part of a supportive team culture.

TUMBLE

Our tumbling program focuses on building strength, flexibility, and proper technique in a safe and structured setting. From beginner basics like rolls and cartwheels to more advanced skills, each athlete progresses at their own pace with clear skill development goals. Tumbling is a perfect complement to both dance and cheer, helping athletes gain power, control, and confidence in their movement.