Grow with Reif Dance

Dance Fundamentals provides children with the building blocks they need to engage in the world of dance. Our program teaches foundational elements of dance technique while encouraging imagination through movement — the perfect first step before entering more formal classes.

Preschool

Tip-toe, gallop, march! Children are introduced to dance and studio etiquette in this playful, energetic class. Students explore balance, taking turns, and expressive movement through games and music, laying the foundation for a lifelong love of dance.

Kindergarten

Plié, passé, sauté! Students continue to build on dance fundamentals with greater emphasis on dance terminology and studio etiquette, while still nurturing creative and imaginative movement.

Pre-Ballet (1st Grade)

Dancers are introduced to a more structured, ballet-inspired class while cultivating their creative imaginations through expressive movement and play. Students develop the focus, terminology, studio etiquette, and fundamental ballet skills needed to advance into a leveled ballet class.

Our ballet program focuses on building a strong classical technique at our Grand Rapids studio — the foundation of everything that makes ballet magical. Students at every level learn the importance of technique while developing artistry and storytelling skills. Upper-level students may also participate in pointe, choreography, and serve as teaching assistants.

Deeply rooted in ballet technique, jazz is an expressive, ever-evolving style that moves with popular culture. Our jazz classes explore classical jazz, contemporary, and commercial styles — all promoting strong technical skills alongside high-energy, music-driven fun. Expect a wide variety of song choices and a class that keeps dancers engaged from start to finish.

Modern dance broke the rules of classical ballet to expand the expressive possibilities of movement. Rooted in five core components — contract and release, fall and recovery, lateral tilt, isolations, and floorwork — Modern is organic, grounded, and highly individual. Classes also explore improvisation, making it one of our most artistically freeing offerings.

Tap dance is a rhythmic style in which dancers wearing heel-and-toe tapped shoes create audible beats by striking the floor. Whether you are a complete beginner or a seasoned tapper, our tap classes welcome dancers of all ages and experience levels.

All ages and levels welcome

It is never too late to dance. Adult classes are designed for the recreational dancer who is just getting started or returning to something they love. Open to men and women of all ages, classes currently include Tap and Introduction to Ballet, Jazz, & Modern.