'26 - '27 CLASS SCHEDULE
Join our welcoming community for S.V16"GRIT" and experience all that ENCORE has to offer:
• 100+ class options • five beautiful studios • full street & ballet-based programs • annual community events • recitals • Alice in Wonderland Musical Spring '27 • performance & competitive teams • ages 2–adult •
ACCEPTING NEW STUDENTS!
NOTE: For some of our styles, we have created new levels, please inquire into info@encorepacnw.com about leveling.
ENCORE is working on building a new website, all the information below is under construction.
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MONDAY
Acrobatics Beg
4-7yrs
3:45PM - 4:30PM
Valerie Dawn
Studio D
ABOUT THIS CLASS: This class focuses on learning the acro positions, locomotive skills (jumping, hopping, etc), balance skills, classroom behavior skills, movement concepts, cooperation and social skills. No experience needed.
ATTIRE: Fitted top/leotard/sportbra, leggings/shorts/flexible pants/joggers, barefoot.
Hair pulled out of face, preferably parted in the middle.
PREREQUISITES: N/A
Company W*
14-16yrs
4:00PM - 4:30PM
Melissa Rumsey
Studio C
ABOUT THIS CLASS: If you are interested in joining our company and crew performance/competitive program, email info@encorepacnw.com to get started!
ATTIRE: Ask your choreographer/instructor/coach.
PREREQUISITES: Audition Only
Tap III
8–12yrs
4:00PM - 5:00PM
Cassandra Majewski
Studio A
ABOUT THIS CLASS: Detailed steps, complex rhythms, and tricks are taught at this level to focus dancers on striving for cleaner sounds while executing difficult combinations and mastering the art of performing.
ATTIRE: Your style top: fitted or loose. Bottoms: leggings/shorts/fitted flexible pants, socks, tap shoes
Hair pulled back or in pony.
PREREQUISITES: For leveled classes, please inquire to info@encorepacnw.com for an assessment.
Tap I
5-8yrs
4:15PM - 5:00PM
Lisa Rose
Studio B
ABOUT THIS CLASS: Dancers will learn basic tap skills and terminology. Class will focus on how to articulate your feet and ankles as well as explore musicality, rhythm, and syncopation. Fundamentals such as balance and general alignment are also introduced at this level.
ATTIRE: Your style top: fitted or loose. Bottoms: leggings/shorts/fitted flexible pants, socks, tap shoes
Hair pulled back or in pony.
PREREQUISITES: N/A
Acrobatics VI/VII
12-18yrs
4:30PM - 5:30PM
Valerie Dawn, Oscar Guerrero
Studio D
ABOUT THIS CLASS: Acrobatics fuses together dance and gymnastics skills to create a seamless transition between both worlds. Class focus' on flexibility, strength, balance, limbering, tumbling, partner work and dance transitions.
ATTIRE: Fitted top/leotard/Sportbra, leggings/shorts/flexible pants/joggers, barefoot.
Hair pulled out of face, preferably parted in the middle.
PREREQUISITES: For leveled classes, please inquire to info@encorepacnw.com for an assessment.
Contemporary V
12-17yrs
4:30PM - 5:30PM
Melissa Rumsey
Studio C
ABOUT THIS CLASS: Contemporary dance is an expressive dance form that fuses elements of lyrical, modern, jazz and ballet through movements that interpret the music and express emotion. Focuses on fluidity of movement, floor work, directional, rhythmic changes & control.
ATTIRE: Your style top: fitted or loose. Bottoms: leggings/shorts/fitted flexible pants, barefoot/socks (both should be available)
Hair pulled back or in pony.
PREREQUISITES: For leveled classes, please inquire to info@encorepacnw.com for an assessment.
Company A*
8-11yrs
5:00PM - 5:30PM
Cassandra Majewski
Studio A
ABOUT THIS CLASS: If you are interested in joining our company and crew performance/competitive program, email info@encorepacnw.com to get started!
ATTIRE: Ask your choreographer/instructor/coach.
PREREQUISITES: Audition Only
Jazz I
5-8yrs
5:00PM - 5:45PM
Lisa Rose
Studio B
ABOUT THIS CLASS: Class focuses on strengthening the dancer's technique, developing strong lines, and understanding the body's center of movement. Students learn isolations, center steps, kicks, turns and leap variations; and jazz combo.
ATTIRE: Your style top: fitted or loose. Bottoms: leggings/shorts/fitted flexible pants, barefoot/socks (both should be available)
Hair pulled back or in pony.
PREREQUISITES: N/A
Tiny Ballet
3-5yrs
5:00PM - 5:45PM
Hana Carlson
Studio E
ABOUT THIS CLASS: Students will learn basic ballet vocabulary and class structure. Students will focus on developing proper ballet technique while reinforcing their physical strength, flexibility, and musicality.
ATTIRE: Girls: black leotard, pink ballet tights* & shoes*, hair in a bun. Skirts welcome for 5yrs & younger.
*Students of color are welcome to wear their skin tone.
Boys: black leggings, socks and ballet shoes, white fitted top.
PREREQUISITES: N/A
Stretch & Flex Level V+
12-18yrs
5:30PM - 6:00PM
Melissa Rumsey
Studio C
ABOUT THIS CLASS: Upper/lower body mobility, dive deep into how the body works, and how we can achieve dance goals. Also discuss muscles specifically used in dance, use proper terminology, go over alignment and correct mechanics for stretch.
ATTIRE: Your style fitted top. Bottoms: leggings/shorts/fitted flexible pants, barefoot/socks (both should be available)
Hair pulled back or in pony.
PREREQUISITES: For leveled classes, please inquire to info@encorepacnw.com for an assessment.
Acrobatics III
8-12yrs
5:30PM - 6:30PM
Valerie Dawn
Studio D
ABOUT THIS CLASS: Acrobatics fuses together dance and gymnastics skills to create a seamless transition between both worlds. Class focus' on flexibility, strength, balance, limbering, tumbling, partner work and dance transitions.
ATTIRE: Fitted top/leotard/Sportbra, leggings/shorts/flexible pants/joggers, barefoot.
Hair pulled out of face, preferably parted in the middle.
PREREQUISITES: For leveled classes, please inquire to info@encorepacnw.com for an assessment.
Tap III/IV & IV
11-16yrs
5:30PM - 6:30PM
Cassandra Majewski
Studio A
ABOUT THIS CLASS: Intricate Tap variations are added at this level which focus on body alignment, maintaining balance and building strength.
High speed steps, complex rhythms, and tricks are taught at this level to focus dancers on striving for cleaner sounds while executing difficult combinations and mastering the art of performing.
ATTIRE: Your style top: fitted or loose. Bottoms: leggings/shorts/fitted flexible pants, socks, tap shoes
Hair pulled back or in pony.
PREREQUISITES: For leveled classes, please inquire to info@encorepacnw.com for an assessment.
Ballet Beg
4-6yrs
5:45PM - 6:30PM
Hana Carlson
Studio E
ABOUT THIS CLASS: Students will learn basic ballet vocabulary, technique, and class structure. There will be an emphasis on correct posture, positioning, and basic ballet steps. Students will develop grace while building balance and strength.
ATTIRE: Girls: black leotard, pink ballet tights* & shoes*, hair in a bun. Skirts welcome for 5yrs & younger.
*Students of color are welcome to wear their skin tone.
Boys: black leggings, socks and ballet shoes, white fitted top.
PREREQUISITES: N/A
Jazz II/III
9-14yrs
5:45PM - 6:45PM
Lisa Rose
Studio B
ABOUT THIS CLASS: Class focuses on strengthening the dancer's technique, developing strong lines, and understanding the body's center of movement. Students learn isolations, center steps, kicks, turns and leap variations; and jazz combo.
ATTIRE: Your style top: fitted or loose. Bottoms: leggings/shorts/fitted flexible pants, barefoot/socks (both should be available)
Hair pulled back or in pony.
PREREQUISITES: For leveled classes, please inquire to info@encorepacnw.com for an assessment.
Company M*
14-16yrs
6:00PM - 6:30PM
Melissa Rumsey
Studio C
ABOUT THIS CLASS: If you are interested in joining our company and crew performance/competitive program, email info@encorepacnw.com to get started!
ATTIRE: Ask your choreographer/instructor/coach.
PREREQUISITES: Audition Only
Company B*
11-16yrs
6:30PM - 7:00PM
Cassandra Majewski
Studio A
ABOUT THIS CLASS: If you are interested in joining our company and crew performance/competitive program, email info@encorepacnw.com to get started!
ATTIRE: Ask your choreographer/instructor/coach.
PREREQUISITES: Audition Only
Company N*
15-18yrs
6:30PM - 7:00PM
Melissa Rumsey
Studio C
ABOUT THIS CLASS: If you are interested in joining our company and crew performance/competitive program, email info@encorepacnw.com to get started!
ATTIRE: Ask your choreographer/instructor/coach.
PREREQUISITES: Audition Only
Acrobatics IV
11-16yrs
6:30PM - 7:30PM
Valerie Dawn
Studio D
ABOUT THIS CLASS: Acrobatics fuses together dance and gymnastics skills to create a seamless transition between both worlds. Class focus' on flexibility, strength, balance, limbering, tumbling, partner work and dance transitions.
ATTIRE: Fitted top/leotard/Sportbra, leggings/shorts/flexible pants/joggers, barefoot.
Hair pulled out of face, preferably parted in the middle.
PREREQUISITES: For leveled classes, please inquire to info@encorepacnw.com for an assessment.
Contemporary II/III
9-14yrs
6:45PM - 7:45PM
Lisa Rose
Studio B
ABOUT THIS CLASS: Contemporary dance is an expressive dance form that fuses elements of lyrical, modern, jazz and ballet through movements that interpret the music and express emotion. Focuses on fluidity of movement, floor work, directional, rhythmic changes & control.
ATTIRE: Your style top: fitted or loose. Bottoms: leggings/shorts/fitted flexible pants, barefoot/socks (both should be available)
Hair pulled back or in pony.
PREREQUISITES: For leveled classes, please inquire to info@encorepacnw.com for an assessment.
Company C*
14-16yrs
7:00PM - 7:30PM
Cassandra Majewski
Studio A
ABOUT THIS CLASS: If you are interested in joining our company and crew performance/competitive program, email info@encorepacnw.com to get started!
ATTIRE: Ask your choreographer/instructor/coach.
PREREQUISITES: Audition Only
Company J*
11-16yrs
7:00PM - 7:30PM
Melissa Rumsey
Studio C
ABOUT THIS CLASS: If you are interested in joining our company and crew performance/competitive program, email info@encorepacnw.com to get started!
ATTIRE: Ask your choreographer/instructor/coach.
PREREQUISITES: Audition Only
Adult Tap
16-99yrs
7:30PM - 8:30PM
Sara White
Studio E
ABOUT THIS CLASS: This beginner level class will focus on proper instruction of how to articulate your feet and ankles as well as explore musicality, rhythm, and syncopation.
ATTIRE: Any top, leggings/shorts/flexible pants, tap shoes.
Hair pulled out of face.
PREREQUISITES: N/A
Jazz IV
11-16yrs
7:30PM - 8:30PM
Melissa Rumsey
Studio C
ABOUT THIS CLASS: For the intermediate dancer; this class includes isolations, floorwork, and traveling that focus on building strong technique, strength, and stamina. Dancers will learn a combo and stylization.
ATTIRE: Your style top: fitted or loose. Bottoms: leggings/shorts/fitted flexible pants, barefoot/socks (both should be available)
Hair pulled back or in pony.
PREREQUISITES: For leveled classes, please inquire to info@encorepacnw.com for an assessment.
Tap V
12-18yrs
7:30PM - 8:30PM
Cassandra Majewski
Studio A
ABOUT THIS CLASS: High speed steps, complex rhythms, and tricks are taught at this level to focus dancers on striving for cleaner sounds while executing difficult combinations and mastering the art of performing.
ATTIRE: Your style top: fitted or loose. Bottoms: leggings/shorts/fitted flexible pants, socks, tap shoes
Hair pulled back or in pony.
PREREQUISITES: For leveled classes, please inquire to info@encorepacnw.com for an assessment.
Acrobatics V
12-17yrs
7:30PM - 8:30PM
Valerie Dawn
Studio D
ABOUT THIS CLASS: Acrobatics fuses together dance and gymnastics skills to create a seamless transition between both worlds. Class focus' on flexibility, strength, balance, limbering, tumbling, partner work and dance transitions.
ATTIRE: Fitted top/leotard/Sportbra, leggings/shorts/flexible pants/joggers, barefoot.
Hair pulled out of face, preferably parted in the middle.
PREREQUISITES: For leveled classes, please inquire to info@encorepacnw.com for an assessment.
Company G*
9-12yrs
7:45PM - 8:15PM
Lisa Rose
Studio B
ABOUT THIS CLASS: If you are interested in joining our company and crew performance/competitive program, email info@encorepacnw.com to get started!
ATTIRE: Ask your choreographer/instructor/coach.
PREREQUISITES: Audition Only
Tap VI
15-21yrs
8:30PM - 9:15PM
Cassandra Majewski
Studio A
ABOUT THIS CLASS: High speed steps, complex rhythms, and tricks are taught at this level to focus dancers on striving for cleaner sounds while executing difficult combinations and mastering the art of performing.
ATTIRE: Your style top: fitted or loose. Bottoms: leggings/shorts/fitted flexible pants, socks, tap shoes
Hair pulled back or in pony.
PREREQUISITES: For leveled classes, please inquire to info@encorepacnw.com for an assessment.
TUESDAY
Breaking I
6-9yrs
4:00PM - 4:45PM
Nicholas Christopher
Studio A
ABOUT THIS CLASS: The premier dance of Hip-Hop Culture, Breaking is characterized by a unique blend of rhythmic musicality and athletic acrobatic movement. The students develop skill of Toprock, Downrock, Freezes, and Powermoves exploring a mostly freestyle approach.
ATTIRE: Loose comfortable bottoms (no shorts), loose comfortable top, socks, athletic shoes.
Bring - jacket/sweater - no logos on back (for spinning).
Optional - beanie
Hair pulled out of face.
PREREQUISITES: N/A
Ballet I
5-8yrs
4:15PM - 5:00PM
Grace Armstrong
Studio B
ABOUT THIS CLASS: Students learn ballet technique & vocabulary while developing strength, flexibility, and musicality. Beginning combinations at the barre and in the center of the floor are introduced at this level.
ATTIRE: Girls: black leotard, pink ballet tights* & shoes*, hair in a bun. Skirts welcome for 5yrs & younger.
*Students of color are welcome to wear their skin tone.
Boys: black leggings, socks and ballet shoes, white fitted top.
PREREQUISITES: N/A
Acrobatics II/III
9-14yrs
4:30PM - 5:30PM
Valerie Dawn
Studio D
ABOUT THIS CLASS: Acrobatics fuses together dance and gymnastics skills to create a seamless transition between both worlds. Class focus' on flexibility, strength, balance, limbering, tumbling, partner work and dance transitions.
ATTIRE: Fitted top/leotard/Sportbra, leggings/shorts/flexible pants/joggers, barefoot.
Hair pulled out of face, preferably parted in the middle.
PREREQUISITES: For leveled classes, please inquire to info@encorepacnw.com for an assessment.
Jazz VII
15-21yrs
4:30PM - 5:30PM
Melissa Rumsey
Studio C
ABOUT THIS CLASS: Fast-paced class for advanced dancers that includes complex isolations, floorwork, and traveling that focus on building strong technique, strength, and stamina. Dancers will learn a combo and stylization.
ATTIRE: Your style top: fitted or loose. Bottoms: leggings/shorts/fitted flexible pants, barefoot/socks (both should be available)
Hair pulled back or in pony.
PREREQUISITES: For leveled classes, please inquire to info@encorepacnw.com for an assessment.
Hip Hop I
6-9yrs
4:45PM - 5:30PM
Nicholas Christopher
Studio A
ABOUT THIS CLASS: Students will learn grooves, party dances, and isolations. Students will focus on fun rhythmic based exercises and games while developing both choreography and freestyle.
ATTIRE: Loose comfortable bottoms, loose comfortable top, socks, athletic/tennis shoes
Hair pulled out of face.
PREREQUISITES: N/A
Ballet VI
12-18yrs
5:00PM - 6:00PM
Grace Armstrong
Studio B
ABOUT THIS CLASS: For dancers who have decided to make ballet a real priority. Students will take on more demanding steps and complex sequences of movements that advance technical skill, articulation, musicality, and expression. Preparing for pointe/pointe included.
ATTIRE: Girls: black leotard, pink ballet tights* & shoes*, hair in a bun. Skirts welcome for 5yrs & younger.
*Students of color are welcome to wear their skin tone.
Boys: black leggings, socks and ballet shoes, white fitted top.
PREREQUISITES: For leveled classes, please inquire to info@encorepacnw.com for an assessment.
Hip Hop I/II
10-17yrs
5:30PM - 6:30PM
Nicholas Christopher
Studio A
ABOUT THIS CLASS: Students will learn grooves, party dances, and isolations. Students will focus on rhythmic based exercises while developing both choreography and freestyle.
ATTIRE: Loose comfortable bottoms, loose comfortable top, socks, athletic/tennis shoes
Hair pulled out of face.
PREREQUISITES: N/A
Contemporary VII
15-21yrs
5:30PM - 6:30PM
Melissa Rumsey
Studio C
ABOUT THIS CLASS: Contemporary dance is an expressive dance form that fuses elements of lyrical, modern, jazz and ballet through movements that interpret the music and express emotion. Focuses on fluidity of movement, floor work, directional, rhythmic changes & control.
ATTIRE: Your style top: fitted or loose. Bottoms: leggings/shorts/fitted flexible pants, barefoot/socks (both should be available)
Hair pulled back or in pony.
PREREQUISITES: For leveled classes, please inquire to info@encorepacnw.com for an assessment.
Breaking III/IV
9-16yrs
5:30PM - 6:30PM
Oscar Guerrero
Studio D
ABOUT THIS CLASS: The premier dance of Hip-Hop Culture, Breaking is characterized by a unique blend of rhythmic musicality and athletic acrobatic movement. The students develop skill of Toprock, Downrock, Freezes, and Powermoves exploring a mostly freestyle approach.
ATTIRE: Loose comfortable bottoms (no shorts), loose comfortable top, socks, athletic shoes.
Bring - jacket/sweater - no logos on back (for spinning).
Optional - beanie
Hair pulled out of face.
PREREQUISITES: For leveled classes, please inquire to info@encorepacnw.com for an assessment.
Pre to Pointe*
12-17yrs
6:00PM - 6:30PM
Grace Armstrong
Studio B
ABOUT THIS CLASS: Students will learn how to strengthen & prepare the body to handle the physical demands & responsibilities of pointe work. Students must have prior proper ballet training and will be notified by the ballet instructor when ready to start pointe.
ATTIRE: Girls: black leotard, pink ballet tights* & shoes*, hair in a bun. Skirts welcome for 5yrs & younger.
*Students of color are welcome to wear their skin tone.
Boys: black leggings, socks and ballet shoes, white fitted top.
PREREQUISITES: Ballet class directly before pre/pointe required
Ballet V
12-17yrs
6:30PM - 7:30PM
Hana Carlson
Studio B
ABOUT THIS CLASS: For dancers who have decided to make ballet a real priority. Students will take on more demanding steps and complex sequences of movements that advance technical skill, articulation, musicality, and expression. Preparing for pointe/pointe included.
ATTIRE: Girls: black leotard, pink ballet tights* & shoes*, hair in a bun. Skirts welcome for 5yrs & younger.
*Students of color are welcome to wear their skin tone.
Boys: black leggings, socks and ballet shoes, white fitted top.
PREREQUISITES: For leveled classes, please inquire to info@encorepacnw.com for an assessment.
Jazz VI
12-18yrs
6:30PM - 7:30PM
Melissa Rumsey
Studio A
ABOUT THIS CLASS: Fast-paced class for int/adv dancers that includes complex isolations, floorwork, and traveling that focus on building strong technique, strength, and stamina. Dancers will learn a combo and stylization.
ATTIRE: Your style top: fitted or loose. Bottoms: leggings/shorts/fitted flexible pants, barefoot/socks (both should be available)
Hair pulled back or in pony.
PREREQUISITES: For leveled classes, please inquire to info@encorepacnw.com for an assessment.
Choreography
9-17yrs
6:30PM - 7:30PM
Rotating Instuctors
Studio C
ABOUT THIS CLASS: Choreography is an opportunity for new and/or rotating material and teachers, in concert with our technique and progression based classes. The focus being Hip Hop, street styles fusions, commercial, or industry choreography.
ATTIRE: Loose comfortable bottoms, loose comfortable top, socks, athletic/tennis shoes
Hair pulled out of face.
PREREQUISITES: Class directed towards students with previous dance experience.
Breaking V/VI
12-21yrs
6:30PM - 7:30PM
Oscar Guerrero
Studio D
ABOUT THIS CLASS: The premier dance of Hip-Hop Culture, Breaking is characterized by a unique blend of rhythmic musicality and athletic acrobatic movement. The students develop skill of Toprock, Downrock, Freezes, and Powermoves exploring a mostly freestyle approach.
ATTIRE: Loose comfortable bottoms (no shorts), loose comfortable top, socks, athletic shoes.
Bring - jacket/sweater - no logos on back (for spinning).
Optional - beanie
Hair pulled out of face.
PREREQUISITES: For leveled classes, please inquire to info@encorepacnw.com for an assessment.
Pre-Pointe V*
12-17yrs
7:30PM - 8:00PM
Hana Carlson
Studio B
ABOUT THIS CLASS: Students will learn how to strengthen & prepare the body to handle the physical demands & responsibilities of pointe work. Students must have prior proper ballet training and will be notified by the ballet instructor when ready to start pointe.
ATTIRE: Girls: black leotard, pink ballet tights* & shoes*, hair in a bun. Skirts welcome for 5yrs & younger.
*Students of color are welcome to wear their skin tone.
Boys: black leggings, socks and ballet shoes, white fitted top.
PREREQUISITES: Ballet class directly before pre/pointe required
Choreography
9-17yrs
7:30PM - 8:30PM
Rotating Instuctors
Studio C
ABOUT THIS CLASS: Choreography is an opportunity for new and/or rotating material and teachers, in concert with our technique and progression based classes. The focus being Hip Hop, street styles fusions, commercial, or industry choreography.
ATTIRE: Loose comfortable bottoms, loose comfortable top, socks, athletic/tennis shoes
Hair pulled out of face.
PREREQUISITES: Class directed towards students with previous dance experience.
Contemporary VI
12-18yrs
7:30PM - 8:30PM
Melissa Rumsey
Studio A
ABOUT THIS CLASS: Contemporary dance is an expressive dance form that fuses elements of lyrical, modern, jazz and ballet through movements that interpret the music and express emotion. Focuses on fluidity of movement, floor work, directional, rhythmic changes & control.
ATTIRE: Your style top: fitted or loose. Bottoms: leggings/shorts/fitted flexible pants, barefoot/socks (both should be available)
Hair pulled back or in pony.
PREREQUISITES: For leveled classes, please inquire to info@encorepacnw.com for an assessment.
Adult Ballet
16-99yrs
8:00PM - 9:00PM
Hana Carlson
Studio B
ABOUT THIS CLASS: Class focuses on strengthening the dancer's technique, developing strong lines, and understanding the body's center of movement. Students learn ballet technique & vocabulary while developing strength, flexibility, and musicality. Beginning combinations at the barre and in the center of the floor are introduced at this level.
ATTIRE: Fitted top/leotard, leggings/shorts, ballet shoes
Hair: Bun
PREREQUISITES: N/A
Crew S*
14-16yrs
8:30PM - 9:00PM
Nicholas Christopher
Studio C
ABOUT THIS CLASS: If you are interested in joining our company and crew performance/competitive program, email info@encorepacnw.com to get started!
ATTIRE: Ask your choreographer/instructor/coach.
PREREQUISITES: Audition Only
SATURDAY
'26 - '27 CLASS SCHEDULE
Join our welcoming community for S.V16"GRIT" and experience all that ENCORE has to offer:
• 100+ class options • five beautiful studios • full street & ballet-based programs • annual community events • recitals • Alice in Wonderland Musical Spring '27 • performance & competitive teams • ages 2–adult •
ACCEPTING NEW STUDENTS!
NOTE: For some of our styles, we have created new levels, please inquire into info@encorepacnw.com about leveling.
