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Instructional Dance

Youth Dance Program

The Y Youth Dance program offers young dancers a variety of progressive skill classes with an emphasis on proper technique, body awareness, etiquette and an introduction to choreography.

Session Dates:

^{*No class most holidays. A make-up lesson will be offered.}

JAZZ & HIP HOP

This is an up tempo class that borrows some movements from hip hop!
Each class includes a fun warm-up that gets your heart rate up, followed by technique and strengthening exercises.
Learning many steps, movements, and choreography.

AGES: 5 - 12 years old

INTRODUCTION TO BALLET

This beginner class offers an opportunity to learn basic structured class format, simple locomotor dance skills, combinations, proper stretching and posture, and etiquette. Pink leotards, white tights and ballet shoes are required. Additional fees for recital may apply.

AGES: 3 - 5 years old

PRE-BALLET

Offers a continuing opportunity to learn basic dance format, proper ballet posture and body shapes, intermediate dance skills, combinations, stretching, and ballet etiquette in a more structured environment. Previous dance experience is required. Pink leotard, white tights and ballet shoes are required. Additional fees for recital may apply.

AGES: 4 - 10 years old

ADVANCED PRE- BALLET

Offers a continuing opportunity to learn basic dance format, proper ballet posture and body shapes, intermediate dance skills, combinations, stretching, and ballet etiquette in a more structured environment. Previous dance experience is required. Pink leotard, white tights and ballet shoes are required. Additional fees for recital may apply.

AGES: 4 - 10 years old

BALLET LEVEL 1

This Advanced class offers continuation in skill learned in Pre-Ballet. Students will have an opportunity to excel in ballet etiquette, dance skills, proper posture and focus in an even more structured environment. Students are expected to have memorized ballet terms and movements, positions of the arms and feet, and have had at least one year of ballet within the YMCA's program.
Participants demonstrating advanced skill ability are welcome on an invitation only basis.
Please no gum or jewelry. Additional fees for recital may apply.

AGES: 5 - 10 years old

CREATIVE MOVEMENT

Children explore their creative side! This class develops motor skills, physical fitness, and promotes social interaction. Children enjoy movement, dance, music, and games. This class meets in the West Studio.

AGES: 3 - 5 years old