Teach Expressive Lyrical Combos with Confidence, Control & Storytelling
DTCE’s Combos Recreational: Lyrical Beginner (Waves) syllabus is the ultimate resource for dance teachers looking to introduce young dancers to lyrical technique in a fun, structured, and stress-free way. Designed for progression-based learning, this course blends foundational technique with artistic expression, helping dancers build fluidity, musicality, and confidence from the very first class.
Whether you’re teaching in a private studio, school program, or competitive team, this done-for-you syllabus paired with expert-led tutorial videos ensures you have everything needed to teach choreography efficiently while keeping students engaged and excited to move.
Why Teachers Love Combos Recreational Lyrical Beginner
Simplify Lesson Planning with a Structured Roadmap
This lyrical syllabus isn’t just a reference—it’s a step-by-step teaching tool that provides:
✔ 5 lyrical combos designed to develop storytelling, control, and expressive movement
✔ 2 matching syllabus guides with timestamps for easy navigation
✔ 13+ minutes of expert-led instruction for clear step-by-step breakdowns
✔ Built-in teacher tips, corrections, and performance guidance
✔ Clear front & back views for directional learning
By following this progression-based system, teachers can introduce skills in the correct order, prevent common mistakes, and ensure dancers develop a strong technical foundation while connecting movement to artistry.
How Our Lyrical Beginner Syllabus Works
A Complete Teaching Companion
✔ Terminology-Based Reference – Structured lists of skills and drills for every level
✔ Matches Tutorial Videos – Watch video demonstrations while teaching for clarity
✔ Clear Skill Progressions – Guides students in learning moves step by step
✔ Saves Time – Focus on corrections and technique instead of lesson prep
With this approach, even brand-new instructors can teach lyrical combos efficiently, confidently, and effectively, ensuring dancers grow in both skill and expression.
Key Features of Combos Recreational Lyrical Beginner
✔ Beginner-friendly format to boost confidence and stage readiness
✔ Focus on expressive movement, storytelling, and musicality
✔ Seamless navigation with built-in timestamps
✔ Step-by-step breakdowns with teacher guidance
✔ Encourages control, fluidity, and proper technique
Learn more about DTCE’s Lyrical Beginner Syllabus here.
Expert Guidance from Industry Leaders
This series is led by Kimberly Beck Thomson, a third-generation dance educator and certified curriculum specialist with 35+ years of experience. Kimberly has trained students who have gone on to Broadway and national tours and brings a wealth of choreography and teaching expertise to every lesson.
Ashley Laughlin, Head Coach of the nationally recognized Archbishop McCarthy Maverick Legacies High School Dance Team and Miami Heat Dancer, adds professional-level performance insight, ensuring your students not only learn moves but perform them with confidence and style.
Perfect Pairings for Maximum Impact
Enhance your lyrical classes by combining this syllabus with DTCE’s foundational resources:
✔ Conditioning Series – Build strength and stamina for dynamic performances
✔ Flexibility Series – Improve fluidity and range of motion for expressive movement
✔ Warm-Up Series – Prepare dancers’ bodies for safe, effective training
These series complement the Lyrical Beginner syllabus perfectly, ensuring students progress confidently while reducing injury risk.
Keep Growing with DTCE
Once your dancers master the Lyrical Beginner combos, expand their skills with DTCE’s other offerings:
✔ Jazz Series – 400+ skills and 12+ hours of instruction for technique, turns, jumps, and leaps
✔ Combos Recreational Series – 31+ modules covering beginner to advanced Jazz & Lyrical combos
✔ Progressions Series – 23+ key skills to reinforce technique and build muscle memory
✔ Turns, Jumps & Leaps Series – Targeted instruction for coordination and execution
With these resources, your lyrical students can develop a complete skill set while having fun and building performance confidence.
Transform your lyrical classes today! Combine DTCE’s Lyrical Beginner (Waves) syllabus with expert-led tutorial videos and watch your students gain control, expressiveness, and stage presence in every combo.
Music Copyright
“The suggested music for this choreography is Waves (Royalty-Free Music); however, due to copyright restrictions, the audio in this video has been overlaid and may not be in sync with the movement. For optimal results, we recommend using the original track as intended when teaching or performing this routine.”