Acro

This course combines acrobatic technique with elements of dance. Progressions of tumbling skills are taught in conjunction with creative movement and dance. The curriculum is designed to increase gross motor skills, muscle strength, endurance, flexibility, agility, coordination and an appreciation of the sport of gymnastics. Acro-dance classes are offered to children beginning at age 3. Classes range from beginner through advanced.

Ballet

The ballet program is a structured class designed to teach the proper technique needed for ALL styles of dance. It helps with grace, balance, and coordination. It is the root of all dances, whether you’re learning Vegonave and Chiquetti (the two most prominent styles of ballet; French and Russian). It is a beautiful art and teaches soft lines, strength and style. Dress code is enforced.

Broadway

These classes that will teach - not only dance steps - but incorporate acting skills as well. They learn to show emotion through their body and face, while doing intricate dance movement. They will be doing selections and styles from many wonderful Broadway musicals.

Hip Hop

A fun, energetic class that teaches the newest and hottest moves found on Tik-Tok. There are two main styles we try to incorporate in class, street hip-hop and pop hip-hop. Street hip-hop is a funky fresh style that incorporates break dancing and a lot of “pop and lock” into the mix, while pop hip-hop is a lot of the dancing you’ll see from Pop Stars like Ariana Grande & Beyonce. 

Jazz

One of the oldest forms of dance. There are many different styles, but in each class, the same fundamentals are taught; flexibility, rhythm, turns, leaps, strength, and agility. Jazz is fun and upbeat and will challenge all dancers in every shape and ability level.

Lyrical

A style of dance that incorporates jazz and ballet. It’s usually slow controlled movement that emphasizes on the lyrics of the music. It’s a very interpretational style and will help each student learn how to be more expressive and emotional while they perform.

Modern

An interpretive and unconventional style of dance. Each movement has meaning and when you string them together, it tells a story. It’s a great way for students to try new moves that may be very different from the other styles of dance they have already learned.

Pointe

A very difficult and disciplined style of dance. Only after the proper training and evaluation, can a student attempt a Pointe class. Pre-Pointe is recommended for all students who are considering going up on toe. Pre-Pointe will help strengthen your ankles and feet so that your body will be able to hold its self up while you’re dancing.

Tap

Tap is a fabulous way to learn coordination and rhythm.  It’s a lot of footwork that will teach you how to make different sounds and rhythms using only your feet. There are many different forms of tap, such as Broadway tap, Rhythmic tap, and Funk tap, but all styles will teach you the basics so that you can expand your knowledge over time.

Private Lessons

Private Lessons are one on one with a trained professional. The duration of these lessons can be 30min, 45min or 1 hour. Each Student will be evaluated and leveled by their teacher to insure proper growth and Progression. We start with basic music understanding and theory, Breath support and ear training and progress from there covering different Styles of music and difficulty, all with a classical traditional foundation.

College Coaching

At Strike it Up, we off a unique personalized college Audition prep Class, where we will take you step by step through the college audition process and help with monologues, song selection, presentation and resumes to help set your graduating senior up for success and their future in the arts!

TADA Ages 6-9

TADA Stand so Theater, Acting, Dance and Art. in this class students will be exposed to every aspect of theater, from stage terminology, dancing, singing and art projects that are on theme! this class has two performances a small recital in February and the final showcase on the main stage in June.

Theater Works/Jr Show Choir Ages 9-12

Theater works is the next level in our theater program, further expanding on what was taught in TADA, but with a more specific approach. in this class we start to learn the "why" of acting and the "how" to start to develop critical thinking while learning freedom of expression. NEW THIS YEAR is the Jr. Show Choir! in this component the students will learn to sing and dance at the same time and have an additional performance opportunity at Community Arts Day in Webster!

Advanced Acting Ages 12+

Advanced acting is for High school students grade 9 and higher unless invited to join. the acting techniques cover in this class range from classical theater, contemporary theater to acting on screen. Monologue work and two person scenes are also coached for audition Preparation. We also Start introducing the art of Improv and Stage combat!. 

Sr. Show Choir Ages 12+

This class is a competitive group that competes at Show choir Canada In Toronto as well as performs around the Rochester area. we combine dancing singing and acting with partner dancing into a 10 min long routine. Show Off your skills and be a part of a team!

Beginner Ages 5-8

Our Beginners will get to explore their creativity while working with
Watercolor, Acrylic paint, Color Pencils, Markers, Crayons, and more!

Intermediate Ages 9-12

Our Intermediate groups will learn
about the principles and elements of art using different materials and mediums such as Watercolor, Graphite, Color Pencils, 3-Dimensional art, and Acrylic Paint all while tapping into their creativity.

Focused Intermediate Ages 12-16

Our Focused Intermediate art will Be a more intense and advanced, learning about the principles and elements of art using different materials and mediums such as Watercolor, Graphite, Color Pencils, 3-Dimensional art, and Acrylic Paint all while tapping into their creativity. and focusing on more advanced content.

Adult Art

Our adult art classes are held during the day twice a week and focus on basics for beginner artists all the way to refining the mature artist. Classes are structured according to the needs of thee students and their goals.

Tipsy Pallet Events

Join us Once a month for our Tipsy Pallet events! bring your favorite Drinks, snacks and friends to learn how to paint a signature painting, or throw a private event!

Join Sharon Duffy at SIU for weekly 45-minute classes by Session, that will teach you conversation, visual communication, and personal expression.   

Questions? Email her at shar7284@yahoo.com

Silver Sneakers

SilverSneakers® Fitness Program is an innovative health, exercise and wellness program helping older adults live healthy, active lifestyles.  Your membership is available to you at little or no cost through your health plan.  The Silver Sneakers classes are "go at your own pace", which means YOU decide whether to sit or stand during exercises, and choose the intensity of your tools. Not only will Silver Sneakers improve your health, but it will also create great opportunities to get to know people and have tons of fun with our exclusive social events! Silver Sneakers Level 1 focuses on rebuilding and maintaining physical mobility as well as balance, eye-hand coordination, muscle strengthening, and rehabilitation. The Silver Sneakers Level 2 class, which will be coming to SiU soon, involves a larger cardio work-out component.
We accept payment through Excellus, MVP, and Aetna

Stretch and Strength

 Stretch and Strength combines Pilates with standard dance stretches. It targets each muscle group and tones the muscle. Once you are warmed up, it is the best time to stretch out your tendons. If you want to get into shape but you also would like to take a structured dance class, then this is the class for you. The class is offered for dance students from 8-18, but can also be taken independently as a fitness class.

Personal Training

Coming soon!