For as the heavens are higher than the earth so are my ways higher than your ways. Isaiah 55:9
Our goal at Above The Clouds is to provide a safe and loving atmosphere where our children can express themselves through drama, dance, martial arts, music and many more forms and mediums of art while instilling biblical truths. Above The Clouds is a faith based 501 c3 non-profit organization offering quality classes, free of charge, to challenge and offer hope to our children in the City of Milwaukee and surrounding areas.
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
ALL CLASSES LISTED BELOW ARE NOT OFFERED EACH SEMESTER, CLICK ON THE CURRENT CLASS SCHEDULE TO SEE TIMES AND LOCATIONS OF CLASSES OFFERED FOR THE CURRENT SESSION.
Beginning Ballet: Designed for ages 5-9 who are new students or have no experience. Learn basic modern ballet techniques which will give you the fundamental skills that will help you learn any type of dance. ( New students or no experience. MUST be 5 BEFORE September 18th or January 16th) Please contact the office for placement for New students who are 9+ years of age.
Ballet-Beginning 2: Designed for ages 10-17 who are new students or have no experience. Learn basic modern ballet techniques which will give you the fundamental skills that will help you learn any type of dance.
Ballet-Levels 1-8: These classes are for existing students and are assigned by the instructor as students advance in their skill level.
Drama: Students learn voice projection and use of the body as well as develop and build confidence in their presentational skills.
Hip Hop: Hip hop is much more than moving to music…it is a way of life that includes its own language, music, and style of dance. Students will learn about the rich culture of hip-hop that encourages individuality and self-expression.
Martial Arts: Learn respect, discipline, physical awareness, integrity, and self-confidence with Christ at the center.
Modern Dance: This very versatile and expressive class blends a wide range of movement styles with energetic jumps and smooth fluid gestures.
Music (vocals): Students will learn how to properly sing and understand the movement of music, how to breathe, vocal exercises, and foods to avoid before singing.
Pom: Students will learn teamwork, build confidence, and become stronger dancers and performers! This is a flashy type of dance. This class will focus on strong cheer-like arm movements and combine them with entertaining jazz-styled choreography. Poms emphasizes precise and synchronized formation, jumps and skills with and without the use of pom poms.
Contemporary Dance: This class is a blend of multiple dance techniques to develop creativity in movement
Intro Into Drama: Designed for ages 6-11. Students will learn acting skills and techniques. They will develop voice projection, pronunciation, and the use of the body as well as develop & build confidence in their presentational skills.
Piano: Designed for students 5 years +. Students will learn the basics of the piano.
What's On Your Mind? (Acting It Out): This is a specialized class focusing on providing a safe space for youth to express themselves and build confidence as they experience life's challenges. They will learn self-awareness, self-expression, and techniques to voice their feelings.
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