Welcome to Bloom Dance Studio!

We’re glad you are here! At Bloom we create a positive and safe environment that encourages growth. Read more about our values here…

How to Choose Classes:

Here are 5 factors to consider when selecting dance classes:

  1. Age Level

  2. Dance Style

  3. Family Schedule

  4. Studio Location

  5. Recital Date

AGE-BASED LEVEL GROUPS

5 Factors to Consider:

1. Age Based Level Groups - At Bloom, we primarily use the age of the dancer to place them in the correct level. Children thrive most when they are in a class with peers in their same age group. When children are bumped up a level too early, they feel stressed and it can hurt their development as a dancer.

For Fall 2023, determine the age of your child as of October 1st, 2023 and find the correct level based upon that age group (note that ages 5-18 dancers stay in their level for 2-3 years).

Our class schedule is conveniently color coded to match the age groups (see graphic below).

2. Dance Style: Think about what type of dance class interests your dancer (ballet, tap, hip hop, jazz, contemporary, musical theater, or acro).

3. Family Schedule: Based on your family’s schedule, consider what days of the week will work well for dance activities.

4. Studio Location: You may want to choose classes based on which studio location is most convenient for your family.

5. Recital Date: Consider the 2024 Recital dates for each studio location:

  • Cultivate Spring Performances - Saturday, May 4th, 2024

  • Oakview Recital Performances - Friday, May 10th & Saturday, May 11th, 2024

  • Elkhorn Recital Performances - Friday, May 17th & Saturday, May 18th, 2024

  • Blondo Recital Performances - Sunday, May 19th, 2024

Bloom Age Based Levels:

Seedlings (2 - 3 years / Toddler & Preschool): Seedlings classes are the perfect intro for our littlest dancers!  Young dancers who are just getting started will begin with our Dance With Me (2 years) classes, or our Creative Movement (Pre-Ballet) & Tiny Tumblers (Pre-Acro) classes (3 years)!

Sprouts (4 year olds / Preschool): Sprouts will be able to choose from Tiny Level classes, Tiny Combo classes, or Beginning Hip Hop classes.  Options for different styles of dance at the Sprouts level include: Ballet, Tap, Hip Hop, and Tumbling (Pre-Acro).

If your Sprout signs up for a Combo Class, they will only perform one dance (not two) in the Recital. However, they will still explore BOTH styles of dance in each weekly class! If you would like to see your Sprout in two Recital dances, you are welcome to sign them up for an additional Beginning Hip Hop or Tiny Tumblers class!

Petals (5 - 6 years / Kindergarten and 1st grade): Petals are able to choose from Beginning classes and Beginning Combo classes. If your Petal signs up for a Combo Class, they will perform two dances with two costumes (not one) in the Recital. Options for different styles of dance at the Petals level includes: Ballet, Tap, Hip Hop, Jazz, and Acro.

Violets (7 - 8 years / 2nd and 3rd grade): Violets are able to choose from both Level I classes and Level I Combo classes. 

If you are just getting started in dance and are between the ages of 7 and 8 years old, we recommend the Combo class! In a Combo class, dancers will perform two dances with two costumes (not one) in the Recital. Options for different styles of dance at the Violets level includes: Ballet, Tap, Hip Hop, Jazz, Acro, Contemporary, Musical Theater and Seeds.

Unlimited Pass: For Violets who enjoy taking many styles of dance, we have an Unlimited Pass that will give you an option of taking many dance classes for one monthly cost ($249).

Rosettes (9 - 11 years / 4th, 5th and 6th grade): Rosettes are able to choose from Level II classes and Level II Combo classes.

If you are just getting started and between the ages of 9 and 11 years old, we recommend the Combo class or a Level II - A class. In a Combo class, dancers will perform two dances with two costumes (not one) in the Recital. Options for different styles of dance at the Rosette level include: Ballet, Tap, Hip Hop, Jazz, Acro, Contemporary, Musical Theater and Seeds.

Unlimited Pass: For Rosettes who enjoy taking many styles of dance, we have an Unlimited Pass that will give you an option of taking many dance classes for one monthly cost ($249).

Lilies (12 - 14 years / 6th, 7th and 8th grade): Lilies are able to choose from an assortment of classes and no matter your experience level, it’s never too late to start dancing at Bloom!

If your Lily is new to dance, we recommend our Teen Dance or Seeds classes as a wonderful place to begin for dancers with less experience.

Want to start Pointe? Starting Pointe work is a special milestone in a ballerina’s life. Dancing on Pointe requires tremendous strength of the legs and feet. Because of this, all Pre-Pointe, Beginning Pointe, and Pointe classes are now a part of our Cultivate Program. To see more information on Cultivate, click here.

Unlimited Pass: For Lilies who enjoy taking many styles of dance, we have an Unlimited Pass that will give you an option of taking many dance classes for one monthly cost ($289).

Bouquets (15 - 18 years / High School): Bouquets are able to choose from an assortment of classes, and no matter your experience level, it’s never too late to start dancing at Bloom!

If your Bouquet is new to dance, we recommend our Teen Dance or Seeds classes as a wonderful place to begin for dancers with less experience.

Dancing on pointe? Dancing on Pointe is a special milestone in a ballerina’s life. Dancing on pointe requires tremendous strength of the legs and feet.  Because of this, all Pre-Pointe, Beginning Pointe, and Pointe classes are now a part of our Cultivate Program. To see more information on Cultivate, click here.

Unlimited Pass: For Bouquets who enjoy taking many styles of dance, we have an Unlimited Pass that will give you an option of taking many dance classes for one monthly cost ($309).

For our Timbers (boys of all ages who want to dance), we offer B Boys Hip Hop and multiple co-ed class options as well (including Musical Theater, Tap, Hip Hop and Acro classes).

The most commonly asked question is, “Can I bump my dancer to the next level?”

This is an excellent question! 

At Bloom we have two options. Your dancer can either take age-based classes in any dance genre, or skill level classes in Ballet and Jazz.

AGE-BASED CLASSES:

Your child will be improving every year and growing in their dance skills…but will continue to remain in the same group for 2-3 years. This is the standard in the dance industry because levels are not designed to change every year.

At every level, instructors make it a priority to ensure that your child is being challenged. As always, if you are concerned that your child is not being challenged, please contact us to discuss other options!  It’s important to our team that you feel your investment into your child’s dance instruction is worthwhile.

We ask that you register your child in the classes designed for their age and grade. In the rare case that a dancer should be bumped up from their age group, our staff will reach out to you.

We will be continually evaluating our dancers and making sure that they are in the most suitable class for their interest and skill level. We are also happy to make adjustments mid-year for students who have fall birthdays and would like to jump to the next age group in January!

SKILL LEVEL CLASSES:

Cultivate is a training track for dancers 7 years and up looking to be pushed, challenged and given constructive feedback as they grow and excel in their Ballet and Jazz training. These classes are based on skill, not age.

Dancers will take one placement ballet class in the summer of 2023 and then be enrolled in a Cultivate Level. Learn more here.

A placement class will be taken where dancers will be placed into a Cultivate level NOT by age, but by skill/readiness for ages 7 and up. Get more info about Cultivate here…

What if my child has special needs, what dance class should they take?

If your child has special needs, there is a place for them at Bloom! Please email (support@danceatbloom.com) or call (402-670-7206) to determine the best fit for your child!

Do you have classes for adults?

Adult dance classes are open to all adult women! Whether you danced growing up or haven’t danced a day in your life, we would love to have you!

This season Bloom will offer adult classes at our Elkhorn and Oakview locations.

  • Adult Tap

  • Adult Ballet

  • Adult Hip Hop

  • Adult Pilates

Adult classes are listed in light grey on the schedule.

Have other questions?

EMAIL OR CALL: If you have any questions concerning the level of your dancer please contact us at support@danceatbloom.com or call 402-670-7206 to discuss options.

Please feel free to reach out to us with any questions, we are happy to help.

Welcome! We look forward to having you as part of our Bloom family.