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Classes start on Wednesday, September 3rd 2025!!!
2025-2026 FALL/SPRING CLASSES
How to Register: Fill out our online REGISTRATION FORM, and once you register your dancer online they will be placed on our class rosters. You will receive an email within 5 days of registering with information on the season. Please be sure to register soon as classes fill up quickly. Family discounts and Individual/Family Caps are available, see below.
——CLASS DESCRIPTIONS AND AVAILABLE DAYS/TIMES——
Description, Days, Times, and Pricing
All fees listed are monthly. No Refunds for missed classes, make up classes are encouraged. You can register for classes online under "REGISTRATION FORM”, by email at TheMovementArtsCenter@gmail.com or in the studio.
CLASS: MY LITTLE DANCER AND ME
This 30-minute class is for Mommy or Daddy and their little dancer, ages 18 months to 2.5 years old. Music, movement, balance and basic dance steps are introduced in a fun, friendly and positive manner. This type of class includes mom or dad, or another loved one participating in class along with your little dancer. This is a perfect class for children not ready to attend class independently of mom or dad. Our teachers will keep the music and curriculum moving along while parents take an active role in encouraging, supporting and keeping their little dancer on track. Our goal, by the end of the season, is for your dancer to gain the confidence and comfortability to be in the dance room independent of their parents. Dancers only participate in one class time, not all that are listed.
MY LITTLE DANCER AND ME (18 MONTHS TO 2.5 YEARS OLD) - $49.00 Monthly
Wednesdays 4:15-4:45pm
Thursdays 10:00-10:30am
CLASS: CREATIVE DANCE 1 & 2
This 45 minute class for 3-5 years olds is designed to be an enjoyable, first time exposure to dance. Dancers will be taught beginning ballet and tap steps and terminology also learning skills such as jumping, hopping, skipping and more. Singing and creative movement activities are presented to encourage personality development. Strength, flexibility, and balance are emphasized in each fun filled class. Dancers only participate in once class time, not all that are listed.
CREATIVE DANCE 1 (3 - 4 YEARS OLD) - $59.00 MONTHLY
Tuesday 4:15-5:00pm
Wednesday 4:45-5:30pm
Thursday 10:30-11:15am
CREATIVE DANCE 2 (4 - 5 YEARS OLD) - $59.00 MONTHLY
Monday 4:15-5:00pm
Thursday 11:15-12:00am
Thursday 6:00-6:45pm
CLASS: JUNIOR PERFORMANCE 1 & 2
This 60 minute class is designed for 6 -11 year old dancers and is our next progressive level after our “creative dance” class. It is an introductory class for our teen level and technique classes. Dancers will learn more progressive ballet steps and terminology incorporating individual dance steps into combinations. Intermediate tap technique and rhythms are introduced. Teachers will still incorporate creative movement and improv to encourage dancers to express and develop their feelings and emotions through their own creative process. Dancers only participate in one class time, not all that are listed.
JUNIOR PERFORMANCE 1 (6 - 8 YEARS OLD) - $69.00 MONTHLY
Monday 5:00-6:00pm
Wednesday 5:30-6:30pm
JUNIOR PERFORMANCE 2 ( 8 - 11 YEARS OLD) - $69.00 MONTHLY
Monday 6:00-7:00pm
Wednesday 7:00-8:00pm
Thursday 6:45-7:45pm
CLASS: TUMBLING
These classes are designed to work at each participant's tumbling level while assisting the dancer in gaining strength and control that can be mirrored in the rest of their technique work. If you are new to tumbling, or want to push your current level this class is for you. Sport level is for dancers not on the competition line. Dancers may move up a level per teacher approval.
BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE TUMBLE SPORT (6-10 Years Old) - $59.00 MONTHLY
Tuesday 7:30-8:15pm
INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED TUMBLE SPORT (10 & Up) - $59.00 MONTHLY
Wednesday 8:00-8:45pm
CLASS: AERIAL SILKS
Have you ever wanted to learn the incredible art that is Aerial Silks! MAC Dance is one of the few places that offer Silks in St. Louis! Strength and technique will be taught along with many fun mini routines on the fabrics. Space is limited! You must start in either “Mini Silks” or “Intro to Silks” if you haven’t taken a class with us. Please contact the studio for more information.
MINI SILKS (AGES 5 - 8) $65.00 MONTHLY
SUNDAY 12:00-12:45PM
Is your little flyer interested in soaring and spinning in the air? If so, this is the perfect class for them! Through games and exercises, we will help your little ones learn how to properly use their muscles while having fun on the silks. No experience required.
INTRO TO SILKS (AGES 7 - 10)- $75.00 MONTHLY
SUNDAY 12:45-1:45PM
Has your child always been interested in aerial silks? This class will be the perfect fit for them! Come learn some of the silks basics like foot locks, key over, and climbing. No experience required.
LEVEL 1 Silks(AGES 10 & UP) - $95.00 MONTHLY
SUNDAY 1:45-3:15PM
While experience isn't required for this class we highly suggest taking at least a month of the Intro to Silks class to make sure your student has the basics down before attempting Level 1. In this class we will build upon the basics of aerial silks and focus more on the tricks that can be done utilizing those basics.
LEVEL 2 SILKS - $95.00 MONTHLY
SUNDAY 2:45-4:15PM
To sign up for Level 2, the aerialist must have taken Level 1 and been told by the instructor to move to Level 2. We will continue to build upon the basics we learned in Level 1 and take our skills to new heights. Learn about leg locks, hip keys, crossback straddles, different ways to climb and more!
LEVEL 3 SILKS - $95.00 MONTHLY
SUNDAY 4:15-5:45PM
To sign up for Level 3, the aerialist must have taken Level 2 and been told by the instructor to move to Level 3. Our silk education continues! The sky is the limit! We will continue learning many skills that silks has to offer.
CLASS: HIP HOP
Fun! Fun! Fun! Two levels to choose from. This energetic fast paced class will leave you eager for more! Learn the latest techniques and styles to the music you love to listen to! Dancers only participate in one class time, not all that are listed.
MINI HIP HOP (5 - 8 YEARS OLD) - $49.00 MONTHLY
Wednesday 4:30-5:00PM
Thursday 5:30-6:00PM
JUNIOR HIP HOP (9-12 YEARS OLD) - $49.00 MONTHLY
Tuesday 7:00-7:30PM
Thursday 7:45-8:15PM
CLASS: PRE-COMPETITION TEEN TECHNIQUE
This 45 minute class consists of ballet, tap and jazz technique training for dancers interested in potentially competing in the future. This class is designed to ready dancers to be on our competitive team. During ballet students will learn proper body alignment and technique while building muscle tone and strength. Tap is designed to teach coordination and rhythm skill, intricate and complex rhythms and patterns are explored. Jazz consists of strong, sharp placed movements and precise technique to ensure correct alignment and execution. This is a progressive and fast paced class. Dancers will enjoy the challenge in a fun, positive and engaging atmosphere.
PRE-COMPETITION TEEN TECHNIQUE (AGES 12 & UP)- $59.00 MONTHLY
Thursday 7:00-7:45PM
M.A.C DANCE COMPETITIVE TECHNIQUE CLASSES
Important: Technique classes require a teacher's approval due to the progressive, fast paced, high level training in these classes. Please contact the studio if you wish for your dancer to sign up for a technique class.
Tots and Petite Technique: These classes challenge our younger students with fun choreography, focusing on performance, technique and flexibility. Numerous styles and technical work will be addressed. Classes will include Ballet, Tap, Jazz and Tumbling.
Ballet Technique (Mini, Junior, Intermediate, Teen and Senior): For the advanced dancer, this is the foundation for all dance training. Dancers will learn, and progress through barre work variations, alignment exercises, and strength exercises. Combinations, and progression work is a part of the curriculum in our ballet technique classes. Emphasis will be placed on proper technique and body awareness.
Jazz Technique (Mini, Junior, Intermediate, Teen and Senior): This class dives into the proper progression and technique work for each level within the jazz genre. Focus on proper alignment, correct muscle usage and technique are the main focus of this class. Dancers will learn various skills that fall under the jazz umbrella. These include a variety of kicks, leaps and turn combinations. These will be done singularly and in combination with each other.
Tap Technique (Mini, Junior, Intermediate, Teen and Senior): This class challenges students with various rhythm dynamics and tap techniques. Due to this genre being in our technique package this class is very progressive and fast paced. Just as ballet is the foundation, tap is a core skill that helps dancers with timing, musicality and so much more.
Combo and Specialty Class (Mini, Junior, Intermediate, Teen and Senior): The structure of this class is to push dancers to explore different genres of dance. This class curriculum involves learning various styles of dance in the form of combinations throughout the season. Improv, choreography sequencing and creative movement are a part of class structure.
Tumbling Technique Class (Mini, Junior, Intermediate, Teen and Senior): Our tumbling classes are designed to work at each individual's own level while assisting in gaining strength, control and confidence.
Lyrical Technique Class (Mini, Junior, Intermediate, Teen and Senior): This class's curriculum is based on traditional lyrical techniques and progressions. Emphasis on body lines ,movement lucidity and resistance is a primary focus. Dancers will learn various skills and progressions that fall under the lyrical umbrella.
TECHNIQUE PACKAGE TIMES:
FALL/SPRING TOT’S TECHNIQUE PACKAGE (AGES 5-7):
Ballet: Thursday 5:30-6:00pm
Tap: Thursday 5:00-6:00pm
Jazz: Tuesday 5:30-6:15pm
Tumbling: Tuesday 6:15-7:00pm
Fee: $85.00 Monthly
*Competition dancers must take all the list classes in your technique bracket.
FALL/SPRING PETITE’S TECHNIQUE PACKAGE (AGES 7-9):
Ballet: Thursday 5:30-6:00pm
Tap: Thursday 5:00-6:00pm
Jazz: Tuesday 5:30-6:15pm
Tumbling: Tuesday 6:15-7:00pm
Fee: $85.00 Monthly
*Competition dancers must take all the list classes in your technique bracket.
FALL/SPRING MINI TECHNIQUE PACKAGE(AGES 8-11):
Ballet: Thursday 4:30-5:30pm
Tap: Thursday 5:30-6:00pm
Jazz: Tuesday 6:15-7:00pm
Lyrical: Thursday 6:30-7:15pm
Combo/Specialty: Tuesday 7:30-8:00pm
Tumbling: Tuesday 5:00-6:00pm
Stretch/Conditioning: Saturday 8:30-9:15am
Fee: $143.00 Monthly
*Competition dancers must take all the list classes in your technique bracket.
FALL/SPRING JUNIOR TECHNIQUE PACKAGE(AGES 10-13):
Ballet: Thursday 6:00-7:00pm
Tap: Tuesday 7:00-7:30pm
Jazz: Thursday 4:30-5:30pm
Lyrical: Tuesday 6:15-7:00pm
Combo/Specialty: Tuesday 7:30-8:00pm
Tumbling: Tuesday 5:00-6:00pm
Stretch/Conditioning: Saturday 8:30-9:15am
Fee: $159.00 Monthly
*Competition dancers must take all the list classes in your technique bracket.
FALL/SPRING INTERMEDIATE TECHNIQUE PACKAGE(AGES 11-14):
Ballet: Monday 4:30-6:00pm
Tap: Wednesday 6:30-7:00pm
Jazz: Monday 6:00-7:00pm
Lyrical: Monday 7:00-8:00pm
Combo/Specialty: Wednesday 7:15-7:45pm
Tumbling: Wednesday 5:30-6:30pm
Stretch/Conditioning: Saturday 8:30-9:15am
Fee: $179.00 Monthly
*Competition dancers must take all the list classes in your technique bracket.
FALL/SPRING TEEN TECHNIQUE PACKAGE(AGES 12-15):
Ballet: Monday 4:30-6:00pm
Tap: Wednesday 6:30-7:00pm
Jazz: Wednesday 4:30-5:30pm
Lyrical: Monday 7:00-8:00pm
Combo/Specialty: Wednesday 7:15-7:45pm
Tumbling: Wednesday 5:30-6:30pm
Stretch/Conditioning: Saturday 8:30-9:15am
Fee: $179.00
*Competition dancers must take all the list classes in your technique bracket.
FALL/SPRING SENIOR TECHNIQUE PACKAGE(AGES 15 and Up):
Ballet: Monday 7:00-8:30pm
Tap: Monday 6:30-7:00pm
Jazz: Wednesday 5:30-6:30pm
Lyrical: Monday 5:00-6:00pm
Combo/Specialty: Wednesday 7:15-7:45pm
Tumbling: Wednesday 6:30-7:15pm
Stretch/Conditioning: Saturday 8:30-9:15am
Fee: $179.00 Monthly
*Competition dancers must take all the list classes in your technique bracket.
If your dancer is not on the competition line and wishes to take a technique class please contact the studio. Pricing for dancers who wish to take only one or two classes listed in the technique package (and not on the competition line) is $49 for a 30 minute class, $59 for a 45 minute class and $69 for 60 minute class.
Individual and Family Caps:
Individual $316.00
Family $416.00
Family Discounts:
20% OFF Second Childs Tuition
50% OFF Third Childs Tuition
100% OFF Fourth Childs Tuition