The Senior Division is open to students ages 13 and up, with two levels to ensure proper placement:

Level B – For students who are newer to dance or returning after a break

Level A – For dancers with prior training who are ready for more advanced work. Evaluation and placement required.

This structure allows students to grow at their own pace while maintaining high standards of artistry, discipline, and community.

Senior Division students may enroll in the following styles:

Ballet – Advanced technique, alignment, and musicality with optional pointe work

Modern – Emphasis on grounded technique, improvisation, and expressive movement

Contemporary – Fusion of technical precision and emotional depth through choreography and floorwork

Jazz – Dynamic movement, stylistic versatility, and performance quality

Tap – Complex rhythms, musical precision, and creative phrasing

Hip Hop – Confidence, athleticism, and musicality through high-energy movement

Acrobatics – Advanced tumbling, aerial work, partnering, and strength-based acro-dance skills

Pointe II – Open to female-identifying and nonbinary students enrolled in ballet. PLEASE NOTE - this class is to build dancers up to being on pointe. Class will be taken in flat shoes until teacher approval for pointe shoes.

Men’s Technique –Open to male-identifying and nonbinary students enrolled in ballet, seeking specialized classical training

Pas de Deux –Open to students concurrently enrolled in Ballet and Pointe; placement required

Contemporary Partnering – Open to students with experience in contemporary technique; placement required.

Dancers are encouraged to explore a wide range of styles to build versatility and prepare for a variety of artistic pathways.

The Senior Division focuses on:

Refining technique across all core disciplines

Developing performance quality and individual artistic voice

Building strength, endurance, and flexibility

Preparing for auditions, choreography, and pre-professional opportunities

Encouraging mentorship, leadership, and collaboration within the IDC community

All Senior Division students are featured in our annual spring concert and have access to additional performance, workshop, and mentorship opportunities throughout the year.