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YOUTH DANCE
Our programming provides a high-quality,
affordable performing arts education in
a fun and interactive format that builds,
community, positive self- awareness and
rhythmic interpretation of music. This helps
to create physical, social, emotional and
cognitive development. Our spring/summer
session will culminate in a spring recital
which the students will prepare for in each
class.
All dates, times and locations are subject to
change. Please check when registering.
Spring Session: Apr 2-Jun 1 (no class 5/29)
Spring Recital: Dancin' rough the Decades- Saturday,
Jun 3
• Dress rehearsal, Jun 2. Dates subject to change.
• Note: Everyone receives a costume as part of the
registration fee. If you don't wish to participate
in the Spring Recital you can receive a refund for
the costume fee. Contact erin.coffman@pdop.org
by Apr 15 if you wish to receive a refund for the
costume fee.
Summer Session: Jun 24-Jul 29 (no class 7/4)
Baton Twirling
Twirling incorporates dance, agility, coordination
and flexibility while manipulating a single baton or
multiple batons. is fun and energetic beginner
level class combines both twirl and dance activities.
e purchase of a baton ($25) will be required.
Participants will be measured for a baton the first day
of class. Includes an optional opportunity to perform
in the Memorial Day Parade in Downtown Chicago
on Saturday, May 27.
Dance & Skate
Saturday mornings can be filled with this new combo
class offering dance and skating! Participants will
start with a dance class, followed by a short break
and then a skate class. Both classes will help children
learn how to control and use their bodies, relate
to other children, and express themselves through
introductory skill work in dance and skating.
• Ballet II, Ages 10-15
(Pair with Basic 5 or above skating class)
• Pre-Ballet, Ages 3-5
(Pair with a Snowplow Sam skating class)
• Hip Hop & Tumbling, Ages 6-9
(Pair with a Basic 2-4 skating class)
NOTE: You can sign up for just the dance
or skate classes on their own, if you do not
wish to take both.
Ballet
Learn the foundations of ballet to enhance
coordination, balance, strength, flexibility and
creative expression. Prepares the early dance student
by exploring music and movement.
Jazz
Enjoy a popular, fun energetic form of dance to all
of your favorite tunes. Learn various styles of jazz
techniques including classical, contemporary, and
musical theatre.
Hip Hop
Explore basic hip hop styles ranging from funk,
house, popping/locking, and breaking. Learn how to
move like your favorite dancers on So You ink You
Can Dance, World of Dance, and more!
Tumbling
Dancers develop strength coordination, and self-
confidence through basic tumbling skills and dance
class structure.
Tap
Learn to tap like Gene Kelly and Fred Astaire.
Dancers will be training their musical ear as well as
their feet using rhythm, syncopation, and sound in
addition to movement.
Coordinator: Erin Coffman | Supervisor: Megan Ulczak
Drop-In Programs
performing arts
Youth Dance
