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Recreation Classes

 

Ballet: Beginning     
This is an introductory course in the basics of the ballet style of dance. You will learn the positions of the body and elementary steps. As you progress, these elements are combined into a graceful and free flowing dance with expression and poise. This technique is essential for anyone wishing to study any other dance form.
Ballet: Int/Adv   
This class level is for the dancer with three or more years of experience and beginning pointe’ training. The barre’ work continues at a more rapid pace with greater diversity. Flic-flacs, tours and fouettes are added in the combinations. Adage stretches on the barre are included with stretches for pointe’. The floorwork consists of an adage and several allegro sequences, both flat and on pointe’.
Ballroom Dance 
Learn the classic dances for formal occasions in a fun environment. Students of all levels learn the basic social dances of yester year, such as the swing, waltz, tango, and fox trot.This is a great class for both men and women.

Belly Dancing 

Learn the art of traditional belly dancing with a new-age twist. This class will shape your core while you dance. All levels are welcome and no experience is necessary.

Hip Hop for Fitness
If you are dying to look like a Broadway star or a Hip-hop diva then come join our fun fast paced class. Previous dance experience a plus.
Jazz: Beg/Int/Adv 
Jazz dance includes lyric styling ala Gene Kelly and the funk moves of the Jacksons. In this series of classes, you will learn the techniques to do both. Enjoy the rhythm of the music and the good-feeling workout you will have dancing to the up-beat style. In addition to lyric and modern styles, blues jazz dance styles will be shown. As the series progresses, fluidity of movement and expression within the given styles are primary goals. Combinations increase in length, eventually becoming complete dances. Int/Adv requires completion of Beginning, or at least one year of dance.
Latin Ballroom Dance 
Learn the classic Latin dances for formal occasions in a fun environment. Students of all levels learn the basic social dances of yester year, such as the salsa, tango, cha cha, and more. This is a great class for both men and women.
Latin Club Dance 
Learn the five major Latin American club dances: Salsa, Merengue, Samba, Cha-Cha, and Rumba. Beginning to intermediate Latin technique with elements of basic dance composition (lead, follow, frame) and the learning of varied Latin combiantions. This class will get you ready for any Latin club! Great music and hot dance moves!
Salsa: Beg/Int/Adv 
Salsa is fast and fun. With rhythmic Latin beats and Cuban hip movement you’ll be turning and moving in no time. The intermediate/advanced class jumps into the hottest moves, footwork, spins, and partnering. Previous instruction or Salsa 1 required for Int/Adv.
So You Think You Can Dance USD?
This class is for those who want to have fun and learn the dances to the popular TV show  "So You Think You Can Dance". The TV show will be reviewed and dances / steps will be taught at a modified level. No prior dancing experience necessary!
Stretch for Strength and Relaxation  
This class is for dancer and non-dancer alike. The purpose of the course is to teach the proper technique for exercising and increase the flexibility as well as strength of the individual, with emphasis on abdominal, gluteal, and thigh tightening. There is minimal aerobic activity.
Swing Dancing  
This is an upbeat class, in which you learn the fun basics of swing, which include kicks, turns, whips, tempos, and varying rhythms. So grab a friend, or come alone and we will supply the partner. But don't forget to bring a good attitude and your dancing shoes!

Tango Dance: Multi Level 

This is an upbeat class, in which you learn the fun basics of Tango Dance. Class will progress as the semester continues. Open to all levels. So grab a friend, or come alone and we will supply the partner. But don't forget to bring a good attitude and your dancing shoes!

Tap- Beg/Int/Adv 
For the beginner, the basics from shuffle and flop to the time step are taught and worked on. Intermediate works on combinations and begins to perform their own steps. Advanced continues to work on combinations and performs their own routines.