Basic Dance Basic Dance - Grade 1 - 2 (1 1/4 hour class)        At this level children begin more serious pre-ballet work with the introduction of formal ballet barre exercises, positions and movements. Tap shoes are also required as beginning tap technique is introduced. Appropriate warm up and skill building activities are included for each discipline. Although development of dance techniques is more intense and sophisticated at this level, there is still room for fun and creative work!