Storybook Theater leads young movers through a joyful exploration of movement, music and imagination with a storybook theme. Students will develop their coordination, confidence and rhythmic skills while creating dances inspired by the session's theme. We often make simple crafts to serve as props and set for our storybook dances. Students should wear clothes that are easy to move in and bare feet. No jeans or costumes, please. Minimum age requirement must be met by first class meeting unless student has received permission of instructor to register.

For families participating in Beginning Ballroom, Ballroom Kids Care session keeps children engaged while the grown-ups sail away on the dance floor. Children will enjoy a group storytime with related crafts and activities to follow. Drop-off and pick-up immediately before and after Beginning Ballroom. Children are encouraged to bring their favorite snack and a water bottle; snacks will not be provided. Minimum age requirement must be met by first class meeting unless student has received permission of instructor to register.

Classical Chinese Dance is a beginner-friendly, open-level class designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of various styles of classical Chinese dance. Students will also learn about the history and culture of classical Chinese dance while learning dances that use various traditional props. In-studio observation day for friends and families on the last day of class! For more performance opportunities, see Contemporary Repertory (444216-1) or Dance Performance Club (434208-1). Uniform: snug fitting shirt or leotard with leggings or athletic pants; preferred footwear of ballet shoes, but students may dance barefoot. Hair must be secured off face and neck. Minimum age requirement must be met by first class meeting unless student has received permission of instructor to register.

Ballet Basics introduces aspiring dancers to the fundamentals of classical ballet. Designed for those who are new to ballet, or returning after a long break, this class helps students develop the flexibility, strength and discipline needed to take their ballet technique to the next level. No previous dance experience required; students may repeat this class until they have mastered the basics and are ready for the next course in the series. In-studio observation day for friends and family on the last day of class! For more performance opportunities, see Dance Performance Club (434208-4). Uniform: Students may choose to wear either the Traditional Girls (black or pink leotard, pink ballet shoes with pink tights OR flesh tone shoes with flesh tone tights) or Traditional Boys (black ballet shoes, black leggings, snug white t-shirt) uniform. Hair must be secured off of the face and neck. No jeans or costumes. Minimum age requirement must be met by first class meeting unless student has received permission of instructor to register.

Intermediate Ballet is designed for students who have completed Advanced Beginner Ballet, have had at least two full years of ballet training and/or have permission of instructor to enroll. In this class, the emphasis will be on developing each dancer’s understanding and mastery of intermediate-level ballet vocabulary as well as the performance quality essential to classical ballet. In-studio performance for friends and family on last day of class! For more performance opportunities, see Ballet Repertory (444212-1) or Dance Performance Club (434208-1). Uniform: Students may choose to wear either the Traditional Girls (black leotard with pink ballet shoes and pink tights OR flesh tone ballet shoes with matching flesh tone tights) or Traditional Boys (black ballet shoes, black leggings, snug white t-shirt) uniform. Hair must be secured off of the face and neck. No jeans or costumes. Minimum age requirement must be met by first class meeting unless permission to register has been granted by instructor.

Jazz Basics introduces aspiring dancers to the fundamentals of musical theater jazz. Designed for those who are new to jazz dance, or returning after a long break, this class helps students develop the rhythm and coordination needed to learn fun, upbeat jazz dances set to a variety of age-appropriate music. No previous dance experience required; students may repeat this class until they have mastered the basics and are ready for the next course in the series. In-studio observation day for friends and family on the last day of class! For more performance opportunities, see Dance Performance Club (434208-4). Uniform: snug fitting t-shirt / tank top or leotard with athletic capris, pants or leggings; no jeans or costumes, please. Jazz shoes are recommended; bare feet or ballet slippers also permitted. Hair must be secured off face and neck. Minimum age requirement must be met by first class meeting unless student has received permission of instructor to register.

Musical Theater Jazz is a fun, open-level introduction a variety of musical theater jazz styles. Set to music from Broadway shows, movie musicals and popular music from past to present, dancers will learn choreographed dances that emphasize musicality and performance energy. In-studio observation day for friends and family on the last day of class! For more performance opportunities, see Contemporary Repertory (444216-1) or Dance Performance Club (434208-1) . Uniform: snug fitting t-shirt / tank top or leotard with athletic capris, pants or leggings; no jeans or costumes, please. Jazz shoes are recommended; bare feet or ballet slippers also permitted. Hair must be secured off face and neck. Minimum age requirement must be met by first class meeting unless student has received permission of instructor to register.

Tap Basics helps aspiring dancers develop the coordination and rhythm needed to execute classic tap steps. Inspired by music from Broadway and the movies, dancers will learn a variety of fun, choreographed dances to a range of age-appropriate music. No previous dance experience required; students may repeat this class until they have mastered the basics and are ready for the next course in the series. In-studio observation day for friends and family on the last day of class! For more performance opportunities, see Dance Performance Club (434208-4). Uniform: snug fitting t-shirt or tank top with athletic capris, pants or leggings; no jeans or costumes, please. Tap shoes are required. Black oxford style taps are recommended, no character heels, please. Hair must be secured off face and neck. Note: Tap classes are held on the stage in the Community Center gymnasium, not in the dance studio. Minimum age requirement must be met by first class meeting unless student has received permission of instructor to register.

Dance Performance Club is perfect for young and maturing dancers ready to step into the spotlight. In this class, dancers will prepare to perform in our original production of The Snow Queen. This production will incorporate dances in various styles, including ballet, jazz, contemporary, ballroom and tap in an imaginative retelling of the Hans Christian Anderson fairytale "The Snow Queen." Uniform: Uniform will serve as the foundation for added costume pieces provided by the dance program; more details provided after enrollment. For rehearsal, students may choose to wear one of the following options: Traditional Girls--Black or solid-color leotard (sleeveless; no attached skirts) and pink or flesh tone convertible tights OR Traditional Boys--Black dance t-shirt and black leggings. Dancers should bring all dance shoes they currently own (ballet slippers, tap shoes and/or jazz slippers).

PREREQUISITE: To participate, students must also be concurrently enrolled in a weekly technique class in our program and MUST be available for required dates and times below. Students who are not yet 9 years old and are registered for a concurrent Basics level class should register for section 434208-4. Prior permission from instructor is needed if student is not able to meet these requirements. Attendance policies for routine rehearsals and special rehearsals / fittings will be communicated after enrollment.

REQUIRED DATES:
Dress Rehearsals: Thursday, 12/12, 4:30pm-7:30pm & Friday, 12/13, 4:30pm-7:30pm.
Performances: Saturday, 12/14, 10:00am-4:00pm & 12/15, 10:00am-4:00pm.

SPECIAL REHEARSALS / FITTINGS are subject to the same attendance policies as weekly Saturday rehearsals:
Saturday, 9/7, 1:00-4:00pm -- Ages 6-8 and 8-Teen (first rehearsal / initial costume fittings)
Saturday, 11/16, 1:00-4:00pm -- Ages 6-6 and 8-Teen (final costume fittings)
Saturday, 11/23, 1:00-4:00pm – Ages 6-8 and 8-Teen (in-studio dress rehearsal)

Advanced Beginner Tap is designed for students who have mastered Tap Basics, have had at least one full year of tap training and/or have permission of instructor to enroll. In this class, students will be challenged to increase both their speed and coordination as well as master more complex rhythms and improvisational structures. Students may repeat this class until they have mastered the skills taught at this level and are ready for the next class in the series. In-person observation day for friends and family on the last day of class! For more performance opportunities, see Dance Performance Club (434208-4 or 434208-1). Uniform: snug fitting t-shirt or tank top with athletic capris, pants or leggings; no jeans or costumes, please. Tap shoes are required. Black oxford style taps are recommended, no character heels, please. Hair must be secured off face and neck. Note: Tap classes are held on the stage in the Community Center gymnasium, not in the dance studio. Minimum age requirement must be met by first class meeting unless student has received permission of instructor to register.

Advanced Beginner Ballet is designed for students who have mastered Ballet Basics, have had at least one full year of ballet training and/or have permission of instructor to enroll. This class focuses on developing each dancer's understanding and consistent execution of classical ballet basics as well as the development of their performance skills. Students may repeat this class until they have demonstrated mastery of the skills taught at this level and are ready for the next course in the series. In-studio observation day for friends and family on the last day of class! For more performance opportunities, see Dance Performance Club (434208-1 or 434208-4). Uniform: Students may choose to wear either the Traditional Girls (black leotard with pink ballet shoes and pink tights OR flesh tone ballet shoes with flesh tone tights) or Traditional Boys (black ballet shoes, black leggings, snug white t-shirt) uniform. Hair must be secured off of the face and neck. No jeans or costumes. Minimum age requirement must be met by first class meeting unless student has received permission of instructor to register.

Tap Repertory is designed for students who are concurrently enrolled in Intermediate / Advanced Tap AND are intending to perform in our fall production of The Snow Queen. Students enrolled in this class must be available for the majority of the Dance Performance Club rehearsals on Saturdays, 1:00-4:00pm, 9/7-12/7 and the following mandatory production dates: Dress Rehearsals, 12/12 & 12/13, 4:30-7:30pm and Performances, 12/14 & 12/15, 10:00am-4:30pm. Any conflicts with mandatory production dates must be approved by instructor before registration. Uniform: leotard, snug fitting t-shirt or tank top with athletic capris, pants or leggings; no jeans or costumes, please. Tap shoes are required. Black oxford style taps are recommended, no character heels, please. Hair must be secured off face and neck. Note: Tap classes are held on the stage in the Community Center gymnasium, not in the dance studio. Minimum age requirement must be met by first class meeting unless student has received permission of instructor to register.

Intermediate / Advanced Tap is designed for students who have mastered Advanced Beginner Tap, have had at least three full years of tap training and/or have permission of instructor to enroll. In this class, students continue to hone their classic tap technique through learning increasingly complex choreography. Additional emphasis will be on structured improvisation in a group setting. In-person observation day for friends and family on the last day of class! For more performance opportunities, see Tap Repertory (434214-1) or Dance Performance Club (434208-1). Uniform: snug fitting t-shirt or tank top with athletic capris, pants or leggings; no jeans or costumes, please. Tap shoes are required. Black oxford style taps are recommended; no character heels, please. Hair must be secured off face and neck. Note: Tap classes are held on the stage in the Community Center gymnasium, not in the dance studio. Minimum age requirement must be met by first class meeting unless student has received permission of instructor to register.

Advanced Ballet is designed for students who have completed Intermediate Ballet, have had at least four full years of ballet training and/or have permission of instructor to enroll. In this class, the emphasis will be on developing each dancer’s understanding and mastery of advanced ballet vocabulary as well as the performance quality essential to classical ballet. In addition, students will do conditioning work in preparation for beginning pointe work. In-studio performance for friends and family on last day of class! For more performance opportunities, see Ballet Repertory (444212-1) or Dance Performance Club (434208-1). Uniform: Students may choose to wear either the Traditional Girls (black leotard, solid color ballet wrap skirt and pink ballet shoes and pink tights OR flesh tone ballet shoes with matching flesh tone tights) or Traditional Boys (black ballet shoes, black leggings, snug white t-shirt) uniform. Hair must be secured off of the face and neck. No jeans or costumes. Minimum age requirement must be met by first class meeting unless student has received permission of instructor to register.

Ballet Repertory is designed for students who are concurrently enrolled in Intermediate or Advanced Ballet OR have permission of instructor to register. Students enrolled in this class are expected to perform in our fall production of The Snow Queen, and they must be available for the majority of the Dance Performance Club rehearsals on Saturdays, 1:00-4:00pm, 9/7-12/7. In addition, students must be available for the following mandatory production dates: Dress Rehearsals, 12/12 & 12/13, 4:30-7:30pm and Performances, 12/14 & 12/15, 10:00am-4:30pm. Any conflicts with mandatory production dates must be approved by program director before registration. Uniform: Students may choose to wear either the Traditional Girls (black leotard, solid color ballet wrap skirt and pink ballet shoes and pink tights OR flesh tone ballet shoes with matching flesh tone tights) or Traditional Boys (black ballet shoes, black leggings, snug white t-shirt) uniform. Hair must be secured off of the face and neck. No jeans or costumes. Minimum age requirement must be met by first class meeting unless student has received permission of instructor to register.

Contemporary Repertory is designed for students who are concurrently enrolled in an intermediate or advanced level weekly technique class, classical Chinese dance or musical theater jazz or have permission of instructor to register. Students enrolled in this class are expected to perform in our fall production of "The Snow Queen," and they must be available for the majority of the Dance Performance Club rehearsals on Saturdays, 1:00-4:00pm, 9/7-12/7. In addition, students must be available for the following mandatory production dates: Dress Rehearsals, 12/12 & 12/13, 4:30-7:30pm and Performances, 12/14 & 12/15, 10:00am-4:30pm. Any conflicts with mandatory production dates must be approved by program director before registration. Uniform: leotard, snug fitting t-shirt or tank top with athletic capris, pants or leggings; no jeans or costumes, please. Bare feet preferred but students who own ballet slippers or jazz shoes may bring them to class meetings and rehearsals. Minimum age requirement must be met by first class meeting unless student has received permission of instructor to register.

Students must be concurrently enrolled in Advanced Ballet and have permission of instructor to register. Emphasis is on developing strength and the safe application of ballet technique to pointe work. Uniform: Students may choose to wear Traditional Girls uniform (black leotard, solid color ballet wrap skirt, and pink ballet shoes with pink tights OR flesh tone shoes with flesh tone tights) or Traditional Boys uniform (black ballet shoes, black leggings, snug white t-shirt). Hair must be secured off of the face and neck. Minimum age requirement must be met by first class meeting unless instructor has given permission to register.