SUMMER DANCE CLASSES

Creative Movement
It is amazing what children can create with imagination. This class allows children to explore the joy of movement through guided improvisation games and activities using the basic elements of movement, dance technique, and imagery. Students will develop kinetic awareness, interact socially, and most importantly, have FUN! For ages 4-6. Taught by Melissa Creagh.
Tues. 5-6pm, July 20-August 10

Tap
This class will be fun and high energy! Students will learn how to expand the tap vocabulary, exploring basic rhythm, classical, and broadway style tap techniques. Elements of hip-hop and jazz will get mixed in through fun, intricate choreography. Beginners AND experienced tappers are welcome! For ages 8+. Taught by Melissa Creagh.
Tues. 6-7pm, July 20-August 10

Broadway Jazz
Do you have a thing for bowler hats and jazz hands? Have you always dreamed of being in a Broadway musical? This is the class for you! Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of jazz technique through classic warm-up, traveling combinations, and a jazz number set to jazzy music. A cool attitude and lots of flashy stage presence required! For ages 8+. Taught by Johnna Birri.
Mon. 7-8pm, July 20-August 10


Ballet Technique
This classic art form teaches strength, balance, control, and proper body alignment. It is the essential foundation for all other types of dance and is foremost in learning proper technique, improving performance in other styles of dance. Students will learn to refine fundamental technique in barre warm-up, center work, and traveling combinations, with a focus on turns and leaps. For ages 8+. Taught by Johnna Birri.
Mon. 6-7pm, July 20-August 10

Intro to Modern Dance for Dancers
The pioneers of modern dance defined it simply: movement of the body through time and space – that means endless possibilities! This class will be based in, but not limited to, modern technique and physical, high-energy repertory. Students will also explore movement through fun, guided improvisation. I encourage any serious young dancer to take advantage of this opportunity to see what modern is all about! For teens and adults with motivation, curiosity, and some dance experience. Taught by Johnna Birri.
Mon. 5-6pm, July 20-August 10

Tap Fusion
This class will be fun and high energy! This class will be fun and high energy! Students will learn how to expand the tap vocabulary, exploring basic rhythm, classical, and Broadway style tap techniques, and apply this to various styles of dance. Elements of hip-hop, jazz, and a little bit of Latin will be explored through fun, intricate choreography. Adult beginners AND experienced tappers are welcome! Taught by Melissa Creagh.
Tues. 7-8pm, July 20-August 10

Tuition
1 class: $40 for session
2 classes: $72 for session
3 classes: $96 for session

Registration Fee
$15 after June 30th