Fitch Dance Company
Where Great Dancers Grow
EST. IN 1979
Level 3
Ages 9 - 10
At Fitch Dance Company, dancers must be 9 years old by November 1st in order to be automatically placed in Level 3.
While age is a key requirement, our staff also considers each dancer’s skill level, experience, and readiness to ensure proper class placement. Our goal is to place every dancer where they will feel confident, be challenged appropriately, and continue to grow.
If a dancer does not meet the age requirement but demonstrates exceptional ability, placement may be considered by evaluation. In some cases, we may recommend that a dancer spend an additional year in Level 2 to continue building strength and confidence before advancing. These decisions are made thoughtfully and with the dancer’s long-term development in mind.
Ballet 3
Mondays at 5:00pm
Ballet 3 is designed for dancers ages 9–10 who are ready to continue developing their ballet technique with more structure and focus. This class builds on foundational skills while introducing new vocabulary, longer combinations, and increased attention to alignment, coordination, and musicality. Dancers will work at the barre and in the center, gaining strength, flexibility, and confidence in a supportive and encouraging environment. Ballet 3 helps prepare young dancers for more advanced levels by reinforcing proper technique and nurturing a love for classical movement.
Lyrical 3
ballet required to be taken concurrently
Mondays at 5:45pm
Lyrical 3 is designed for dancers ages 9–10 who are ready to explore expressive movement that blends elements of ballet and jazz. This class focuses on connecting emotion to movement through fluid choreography, musicality, and storytelling. Dancers will work on control, transitions, and performance quality, while continuing to build strength and technique in a supportive environment. Ballet must be taken concurrently, as a strong technical foundation is essential for success in lyrical movement. Lyrical 3 is perfect for young dancers who want to grow as both technicians and artists.
Jazz 3
Mondays at 4:15pm
Jazz 3 is designed for dancers ages 9–10 who are ready to build on their jazz technique with more dynamic movement and performance skills. This class introduces more complex combinations, turns, kicks, and jumps, while continuing to strengthen flexibility, coordination, and musicality. Dancers will explore a range of jazz styles in a fun, high-energy environment that encourages confidence and expression. Jazz 3 is a great next step for young dancers who love upbeat music, stylized movement, and growing their technical foundation.
Hip Hop 3
Tuesdays at 6:30pm
Hip Hop 3 is designed for dancers ages 9–10 who are ready to take their hip hop skills to the next level in a high-energy, confidence-building environment. This class focuses on foundational hip hop techniques including grooves, footwork, isolations, and freestyle—all taught through fun, age-appropriate choreography. Dancers will develop rhythm, coordination, and performance skills while learning to express themselves through movement and music. Hip Hop 3 is perfect for young dancers who love to move, perform, and bring their personality to the dance floor.
Tap 3
Tuesdays at 5:45pm
Tap 3 is designed for dancers ages 9–10 who are ready to continue developing their tap technique with more detailed rhythms, footwork, and coordination. This class builds on foundational tap skills while introducing new steps, combinations, and musical patterns. Dancers will focus on creating clear, clean sounds and exploring both traditional and contemporary tap styles in a fun, engaging setting. Tap 3 is a great fit for dancers who enjoy rhythm, timing, and making music with their feet while growing their confidence and stage presence.
Celtic 3
tap required to be taken concurrently
Tuesdays at 5:00pm
Celtic 3 is designed for dancers ages 9–10 and serves as an introduction to Fitch Dance Company’s unique, studio-developed Celtic style. Inspired by traditional Irish dance, this class blends classic Celtic elements with modern movement and musical influences to create a fresh, engaging experience. Dancers will begin learning foundational footwork, timing, and rhythm, all while building coordination and stage presence. Tap must be taken concurrently, as a strong technical tap foundation is essential for success in Celtic movement. Celtic 3 is perfect for young dancers who enjoy lively music, sharp movements, and exploring a cultural style with a fun and contemporary twist.
Acro 3/4
Mondays at 6:30pm
Our Acro class blends the strength and flexibility of gymnastics with the fluidity and technique of dance. Dancers will work on progressing skills such as cartwheels, walkovers, aerial drills, handsprings, limbers, balances, and controlled transitions — all while focusing on proper technique and safe skill development. At this age, we emphasize strong foundational training, body awareness, flexibility, core strength, and clean execution. Students will learn how to seamlessly connect acrobatic tricks into choreography, improving their performance quality and confidence. This class is perfect for dancers who love to move, challenge themselves, and build impressive skills in a structured and encouraging environment. Whether your dancer is new to acro or looking to advance their tricks, our curriculum focuses on steady progressions and safe training every step of the way.
