Tuesday, September 3, 2024
Iwakuni Dance Program - Fall Session
Thank you for your interest in our Youth Dance Classes. Open to Ages 3-17. Class times are not interchangeable.
| Pre-Dance Sessions | Ages 3-4 | ||
|---|---|---|
| In Pre Dance, students will have fun learning the basics of classical ballet and jazz. This class focuses on fostering a love of dance using ballet and jazz techniques while learning age-appropriate classroom etiquette. | ||
| 9-9:45 AM | Tuesday Sessions | SEP 3, 10, 17, 24, OCT 1, 8, 15, 22 |
| 4-4:45 PM | Wednesday Sessions | SEP 4, 11, 18, 25, OCT 2, 9, 16, 23 |
| Creative Dance Sessions | Ages 4-5 | ||
| In Creative Dance, we will combine movement and artistic expression. This class focuses on building the fundamentals of dance movements using ballet and jazz techniques in a fun atmosphere. | ||
| 4-4:45 PM | Thursday Sessions | SEP 5, 12, 19, 26, OCT 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 |
| Hip-Hop 1 | Ages 6-9 | ||
| Enjoy Hip-hop music and dance to the rhythm. | ||
| 3-4 PM | Tuesday Sessions | SEP 3, 10, 17, 24, OCT 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 |
| Jazz Classes | ||
| In Jazz, we’ll build technique through strength, flexibility, and choreography. Each class includes a warm-up, technique drills, and a routine. Exercises cater to all skill levels. Whether you’re passionate about dance or just want to have fun and stay in shape, this class is for you! | ||
| 4-5 PM | Jazz 1 | Tuesday Sessions | Ages 5-7 | SEP 3, 10, 17, 24, OCT 1, 8, 15, 22 |
| 6:30-7:30 PM | Jazz 2 | Wednesday Sessions | Ages 8-10 | SEP 4, 11, 18, 25, OCT 2, 9, 16, 23 |
| 7:30-8:30 PM | Jazz 3 | Wednesday Sessions | Ages 11-17 | SEP 4, 11, 18, 25, OCT 2, 9, 16, 23 |
| Pre-Ballet | Ages 5-7 | ||
| In Pre-Ballet, young dancers will learn ballet fundamentals through classic techniques and creative ideas. Students will practice at the barre, stretch, do center work, across the floor exercises, and finish with a creative dance and reverence. | ||
| 3-4 PM | Wednesday Sessions | SEP 4, 11, 18, 25, OCT 2, 9, 16, 23 |
| Beginner Ballet | Ages 6-9 | ||
| A class to become familiar with and enjoy Ballet. | ||
| 3-4 PM | Thursday Sessions | SEP 5, 12, 19, 26, OCT 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 |
| Intermediate Ballet | Ages 8-17 | ||
| In Intermediate Ballet, we focus on classical dance techniques, vocabulary, and alignment at the barre to enhance control and execution. This class aims to advance dancers' knowledge, strength, and flexibility for progression to higher levels in any dance form. | ||
| 3-4 PM | Wednesday Sessions | SEP 4, 11, 18, 25, OCT 2, 9, 16, 23 |
→ Class Attire
- Pre-Dance Attire (Ages 3-4)
- Girls*: pink tights, black leotard, and pink ballet slippers. Black skirt optional. Hair should be in a neat bun.
- Boys*: black athletic shorts or fitted pants, a plain white t-shirt, black ballet shoes, and black or white socks. Longer hair should be pulled away from the face.
- Creative Dance (Ages 4-5)
- Girls*: pink ballet shoes, black leotard, and pink tights. Skirts optional. Hair should be in a neat bun.
- Boys*: black ballet shoes, socks, a plain T-shirt, and black athletic shorts. Longer hair should be pulled back off the face as much as possible.
- Pre-Ballet (Ages 5-7)
- Girls*: pink tights, black leotards, and pink ballet slippers. Black skirt optional. Hair should be pulled back off the face as much as possible.
- Boys*: Black athletic shorts or fitted pants, plain white t-shirt, black ballet shoes, and black or white socks. Longer hair should be pulled away from the face.
- Beginner Ballet (Ages 6-9)
- Girls*: pink tights, black leotards, and ballet slippers. Hair should be in a tight bun.
- Boys*: black ballet shoes, socks, a plain T-shirt, and black athletic shorts. Longer hair should be pulled back off the face as much as possible.
- Intermediate Ballet (Ages 8-17)
- Girls*: pink tights, black leotard, and pink ballet slippers. Skirts optional. Hair should be in a neat bun.
- Boys*: black ballet shoes, socks, a plain T-shirt, and black athletic shorts. Longer hair should be pulled back off the face as much as possible.
- Pre-Ballet (Ages 5-7)
- Girls*: pink tights, leotards, and ballet slippers. Hair should be in a tight bun.
- Boys*: black ballet shoes, socks, a plain T-shirt, and black athletic shorts. Longer hair should be pulled back off the face as much as possible.
- Jazz (1 - Ages 5-7; 2 - Ages 8-10; 3 - Ages 11-17)
- Girls*: black jazz shoes, black leotard, black tights, black leggings, and hair pulled back off of the face as much as possible (ex: ponytail).
- Boys*: black jazz shoes, t-shirt, athletic shorts, or pants. Longer hair should be pulled back off the face as much as possible.
- Hip-Hop (1 - Ages 6-9; 2 - Ages 10-17)
- All students*: Easy to move clothes and sneakers. No jeans.
*Attire notes:
- If you are not able to get these items before the first class that is okay! Please send your child in comfortable, tight-fitting clothing, and socks.
- No jewelry, please.
Drop-in Available. A drop-in rate is available to any remaining spots at various price points per participant per class. A promo code will be available at the door of the class for payment.
Health Promotion | 253-6359
Registration
Registration will be available from August 19 until September 9.