Dance Classes - Current Class Offerings

Dance Class Fees

(Some classes are excluded from these rates, and have rates listed with the class description).

This class session is ten weeks

1 Hour Classes

Pre-Ballet, Ballet I, Tap, Teen/Adult BalletPointe, Modern, Forum, Hip Hop

One class: $52.00/$47.00 member rate

Two classes:$110.00/$99.00 member rate

1 1/2 Hour Classes

All classes other than those listed above

unless rates are listed in the class description.

One class $60.00/$54.00 member rate

Two classes $118.00/$107.00 member rate

Three classes $170.00/$153.00 member rate

Four classes $215.00/$194.00 member rate

Five classes $255.00/$230.00 member rate

Six classes $287.00/$259.00 member rate

Dance Class Policies

Class Placement

It should be understood that more than one year is often needed in any given level. Our main concern is to provide each individual student with the training necessary at any given stage of development. If a change to another level is appropriate, you or the student will be notified at the end of the previous term. Promotions and level placements are made at the discretion of the staff, although parents are welcome to request a conference concerning a child’s progress.

Observing Classes

Especially in the case of younger students, parents and friends are asked not to observe classes except when invited. Children are often shy and distracted when they have an “audience.” The last class of the term, family and friends will be invited to observe an entire class or portion of a class. However, if parents have concerns about a child’s progress, a special observation day may be arranged.

Class Attire

BALLET: All female students should wear pink tights and a solid color leotard. (No stripes or patterns). Pink ballet slippers should be worn for all ballet technique classes. Male students should wear white or black ballet slippers and white T-shirts. Hair neatly groomed from the face.

JAZZ: Loose clothing such as leotards, footless stirrup tights, running pants, T-shirts, etc.

TAP: Tap shoes are required for all tap classes. Students must provide their own shoes.

Monday Classes

(C, T, A) Ballet III

Studio A

10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

with Shelagh Dubsky

8 weeks beginning June 15

Continue the study of the principles of classical ballet. Multiple turns, batteries and grand allegro steps will be introduced. Students will be expected to work with greater emphasis on discipline, exactness and precision in skills.

(C) Pre-Ballet

Studio B11-11:45 a.m.

for ages 5 - 7

with Clover Robinson

8 weeks beginning June 15

Exploring a modified ballet technique. Basic ballet vocabulary, basic body alignment and rhythm will be introduced. Prerequisite: Creative dance or coordinator’s permission.

(T,A) Beginning Pointe

Studio B12:15 - 1:15 p.m.

with Shelagh Dubsky

8 weeks beginning June 15

The principles of pointe technique will be introduced in this class.

(T,A) Intermed/Advanced Pointe

Studio A12:15 - 1:15 p.m.

with Clover Robinson

8 weeks beginning June 15

The study of ballet technique as applied to pointe work.

Tuesday Classes

(C, T, A) Ballet III

Studio A

10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

with Clover Robinson

8 weeks beginning June 16

See Monday’s description.

(C) Ballet I

Studio B

10:30 -11:30 a.m.

with Shelagh Dubsky

8 weeks beginning June 16

Formal instruction in classical ballet. Students will learn basic vocabulary and body alignment.

(T,A) Intermediate Modern

Studio A

12 -1 p.m.

with Karen Sly

8 weeks beginning June 16

Use core strength while dancing in the modern technique. Learn to initiate whole body movement from different body parts and with breath while learning to dance with a more grounded sense. A variety of levels will also be used.

Choreography I

Studio A

1 -2:30 p.m.

with Karen Sly

8 weeks beginning June 16

Explore the elements of choreographic techniques. Space, time and movement will be examined and improvisation will also be introduced.

Wednesday Classes

(T, A) Floor Barre

Studio A

10:30 - 11:15 a.m.

with Shelagh Dubsky

8 weeks beginning June 17

For the intermediate and advanced dancer. Isolate and understand correct muscle usage without the effects of gravity. Correct technique will be explored while strengthening the muscles used in dance allowing for better body alignment.

(C, T, A) Ballet III

Studio A

11:15 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.

with Shelagh Dubsky

8 weeks beginning June 17

See Monday’s description.

(T,A) Jazz-Funk/Hip Hop

Studio A

5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

with Beth Leslie

8 weeks beginning June 17

Students will explore technique with a strong Hip-Hop influence that will be danced with a strong Jazz-Funk style. Students should wear comfortable clothing they can move in plus jazz shoes, sneakers or bare feet.

(T, A) Kool Summer Dancing

Studio B

6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

with Brenda Angle

6 weeks beginning June 17

Singles:$33 class fee/$28 member rate

Couples: $51 class fee/$46 member rate

An upbeat fun and fast paced class that will focus on Hustle, Swing and Slow Dancing!

(C) Creative Movement

Studio B 5:15 - 6 p.m.

for ages 4 & 5

with Heather Spencer-Burns

6 weeks beginning June 17

Children will explore space and movement, improve coordination and utilize different body parts. We will work with shapes, moving in different directions and improving their understanding of time and rhythm.

(T,A) Teen/Adult Ballet
Studio B6 - 7 p.m.

with Karen Sly

8 weeks beginning June 17

Become familiar with the format of a traditional ballet class. Warm up will consist of a variety of exercises at the barre, followed by center and across the floor movement. Strength coordination and musicality will be developed. Learn ballet terms/corresponding movements.

Thursday Classes

(C, T, A) Ballet III

Studio A

10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

with Clover Robinson

8 weeks beginning June 18

See Monday’s description.
(C) Ballet II

Studio B

10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

with Shelagh Dubsky

8 weeks beginning June 18

Recommended for students who have had a year of Ballet I training. Classes will focus on proper body alignment, strength building & flexibility. Dance combinations will be introduced.

(C ) Beginning Tap for Children

Studio B

5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

for ages 5 - 10

with Maria Solembrino-Twining

8 weeks beginning June 18

Students will gain a firm foundation and understanding of the fundamentals needed by tap dancers! Vocabulary and beginning steps will be built upon. Gain rhythmic skill, coordination and concentration while having fun!

(T,A) Intermediate/Advanced Tap

Studio B

6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

with Maria Solembrino-Twining

8 weeks beginning June 18

Students will review the basic steps and continue to learn more difficult rhythmic patterns and new step combinations.

New For summer Thursdays!

Beginning/Intermediate Musical Theater Tap

Thursdays, 12 - 1 p.m.

with Karen Sly

8 weeks beginning June 18

Studio B

Focusing on simple rhythms and steps combining them to make more complicated syncopated combinations. Great for the aspiring musical theater performer!

Dance Forum

Thursdays, 12:15 - 1:15 p.m.

with Shelagh Dubsky and Clover Robinson

8 weeks beginning June 18

Studio A

This class will introduce many aspects involved with a maturing dancer’s knowledge of dance as an art form as well as a business. We will explore different genres, choreographers and dance outlets. Along with discussion groups we will encompass topics such as resumes, auditions and networking. Students will learn to produce a mock performance using budgeting and marketing skills.

Friday Classes

(T,A) Ballet II and III (combined level)

Studio A

10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

with Shelagh Dubsky

8 weeks beginning June 19

(T,A) Classical Stretch & Alignment

Studio A

12 - 1 p.m.

with Shelagh Dubsky

8 weeks beginning June 19

This class is designed to help students effectively stretch and elongate muscles, allowing them greater freedom of movement in their dance.