YOUTH DANCE
All youth dance classes follow a set curriculum to help provide each dancer the training for their age and skill level. Classes are taught in a creative, fun and positive environment. Our goal is to encourage each student to express their inner dancer through the art of movement. Dancers build strength, flexibility, balance, confidence, body awareness, self-control and discipline through movement.
All dance classes, except Wiggles and Giggles, invite only students into the dance studio during class time. We find that students focus and have the greatest opportunity for learning with just the instructor. For this reason, we designate the last day of every dance session as Parent Observation Day. You are welcome to observe your child’s progress on this day. Thank you for your cooperation.
Recreation Dance classes offer a wide selection of stylized movement. It is a great way to find a dance style and class that meets your dancer’s needs through a short commitment.
For more information regarding dance classes, please contact Molly Gordon, Recreation Programmer, at (785) 330-7361.
SESSION DANCE CLASSES
WINTER/SPRING PROGRAMS REGISTRATION BEGINS 8 A.M. MONDAY, DEC. 9
MINI BALLET
Ages: 3-4. Enrollment Min 5 / Max 12. Designed for tiny dancers who love to twirl, whirl and walk on their tippy toes! The beginning basics of ballet will be taught including positions, center movements, and across-the-floor leaps. Dancers will hone in on gross motor skills as well as listening and classroom skills in a fun, supportive environment. Instructor: LPRD Staff.
Find out when it’s available and enroll online this winter
MINI BALLET & HIP HOP
Ages 3-4. Enrollment Min 5 / Max 12. A combination class offering a taste of the basic fundamentals of ballet and hip hop. Dancers will explore the similarities and differences of each style through hip hop’s high energy, sharp, edgy movements and the fluid, graceful, control of ballet. Both forms of movement builds self-confidence, discipline, body awareness, coordination, balance, strength and flexibility. This is a great class to learn the basics of ballet and hip hop in one fun class! Instructor: LPRD Staff.
Find out when it’s available and enroll online this winter
BEAMING BALLET & HIP HOP
Ages 5-6. Enrollment Min 5 / Max 12. A combination class offering a taste of the basic fundamentals of ballet and hip hop. Dancers will explore the similarities and differences of each style through hip hop’s high energy, sharp, edgy movements and the fluid, graceful, control of ballet. Both forms of movement builds self-confidence, discipline, body awareness, coordination, balance, strength and flexibility. This is a great class to learn the basics of ballet and hip hop in one fun class! No class 11/25. Instructor: LPRD Staff.
Find out when it’s available and enroll online this winter
PARENT & ME DANCE
Ages 2-3 with parent. Enrollment Min 5 / Max 12. Dance together and share the experience of playful movement, silly songs, fun games and colorful props! With guardian’s assistance, dancers will practice taking turns, listening, and following instructions all while developing motor skills and social interactions. Bond and enjoy quality time in this whimsical class! One dancer per guardian please. Instructor: LPRD Staff.
Find out when it’s available and enroll online this winter
Find out when it’s available and enroll online this spring
RISING POP BALLET
Ages 7-13. Enrollment Min 5 / Max 12. A fun twist on the traditional ballet class, using the same technical training and vocabulary as classical ballet, but incorporating modern music and a faster pace. Class will challenge each dancer’s personal level through barre and center work, across the floor skills and choreography. Coordination, flexibility and self-confidence will increase in this popular class! Instructor: LPRD Staff.
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RISING URBAN HIP HOP
Ages 7-13. Enrollment Min 5 / Max 12. An entergetic class combinbing the technique and styles of hip-hop, street dance, jazz and contemporary. Class will challenge each dancer’s personal level through skills in the center, across the floor work and choreography. Strength, agility and self-expression will increase in this creative class! Instructor: LPRD Staff.
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MINI REC DANCE
Ages 3-4. Enrollment Min 5 / Max 12. A creative recreation dance class perfect for the beginner and experiences dancer who enjoys moving and grooving! Basic dance fundamentals will be explored, guiding dancers to express emotion, release energy and take delight in their movement through fun songs, dances and games. Instructor: LPRD Staff.
Find out when it’s available and enroll online this winter
Find out when it’s available and enroll online this spring
BEAMING REC DANCE
Ages 5-6. Enrollment Min 5 / Max 12. A creative recreation dance class perfect for the beginner and experienced dancer who enjoys moving and grooving! Basic dance fundamentals will be explored, guiding dancers to express emotion, release energy and take delight in their movement through fun songs, dances and games. Instructor: LPRD Staff.
Find out when it’s available and enroll online this spring