Dance & Theatre

Dance & Theatre

Our dance and theatre programs provide your child the chance to learn, have fun, and grow in self-confidence while developing discipline. Our passionate instructors are dedicated to creating a positive arts experience for every student. We offer classes in various styles, including preschool programs, ballet, hip hop, poms, tap, and musical theater.

The program year is divided into four unique series, giving families the flexibility to join all or select series throughout the year. Our shorter Winter and Summer sessions offer a perfect time to try new classes or continue with favorite ones, while our longer Fall and Spring series offer exciting onstage performances.

A Year at a Glance:

Fall: September – December, concluding with an onstage showcase
Winter: 7-8 week session, ending with an in-class performance
Spring: End of February – July, concluding with a full-costume recital
Summer: 10-week session, ending with an in-class performance

FALL: Ballet (Ages 2.5-4)

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9/5/25 - 12/20/25
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Fall Dance Program:

  • Your child will have the opportunity to enhance their skills each week, learning a routine to perform at our Showcase in December.
  • Session Dates: September 2nd – December 20th (No class Nov. 23rd – 30th), Showcase: December 19th 5:30pm showtime.
  • Fees: Please refer to individual class fees below. A 50% payment is due upon registration, with the second payment drafted on November 1st (full payment option available). The fee includes your selected class for the session, participation in the showcase, and a dance t-shirt.
    • Please note: the $10 showcase/t-shirt fee is non-refundable

Ballet (Ages 2.5-5):

  • This fun filled class incorporates the basic techniques of ballet. Instructors will modify class content for each age level, using center combinations, ballet positions, leaps and turns. The class is designed to develop awareness of alignment and basic ballet vocabulary and technique. Watch your child’s self-confidence grow as they master fundamentals and meet new friends.

Registration Information  

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Member Registration 7/28/25 8/12/25 Online / Front Desk $ 131.00-
Member & Community Participant Registration 8/13/25 12/1/25 Online / Front Desk $ 131.00$ 171.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
Minimum Deposit
09/05/25 - 12/20/25
Location Multipurpose 2 - Fr - 11:00 am - 11:30 am
3 / 12 Available 50% Register  

FALL: Ballet (Ages 3-4)

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9/3/25 - 12/20/25
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Fall Dance Program:

  • Your child will have the opportunity to enhance their skills each week, learning a routine to perform at our Showcase in December.
  • Session Dates: September 2nd – December 20th (No class Nov. 23rd – 30th), Showcase: December 19th 5:30pm showtime.
  • Fees: Please refer to individual class fees below. A 50% payment is due upon registration, with the second payment drafted on November 1st (full payment option available). The fee includes your selected class for the session, participation in the showcase, and a dance t-shirt.
    • Please note: the $10 showcase/t-shirt fee is non-refundable

Ballet (Ages 3-4):

  • This fun filled class incorporates the basic techniques of ballet. Instructors will modify class content for each age level, using center combinations, ballet positions, leaps and turns. The class is designed to develop awareness of alignment and basic ballet vocabulary and technique. Watch your child’s self-confidence grow as they master fundamentals and meet new friends.

Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberCommunity Participant
Member Registration 7/28/25 8/12/25 Online / Front Desk $ 131.00-
Member & Community Participant Registration 8/13/25 12/1/25 Online / Front Desk $ 131.00$ 171.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
Minimum Deposit
09/03/25 - 12/20/25
Location Mind Body Studio - We - 4:15 pm - 4:45 pm
1 / 12 Available 50% Register  

FALL: Ballet (Ages 4-6)

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9/3/25 - 12/20/25
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Fall Dance Program:

  • Your child will have the opportunity to enhance their skills each week, learning a routine to perform at our Showcase in December.
  • Session Dates: September 2nd – December 20th (No class Nov. 23rd – 30th), Showcase: December 19th 5:30pm showtime.
  • Fees: Please refer to individual class fees below. A 50% payment is due upon registration, with the second payment drafted on November 1st (full payment option available). The fee includes your selected class for the session, participation in the showcase, and a dance t-shirt.
    • Please note: the $10 showcase/t-shirt fee is non-refundable

Ballet (Ages 4-6):

  • This fun filled class incorporates the basic techniques of ballet. Instructors will modify class content for each age level, using center combinations, ballet positions, leaps and turns. The class is designed to develop awareness of alignment and basic ballet vocabulary and technique. Watch your child’s self-confidence grow as they master fundamentals and meet new friends.

Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberCommunity Participant
Member Registration 7/28/25 8/12/25 Online / Front Desk $ 131.00-
Member & Community Participant Registration 8/13/25 12/1/25 Online / Front Desk $ 131.00$ 171.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
Minimum Deposit
09/03/25 - 12/20/25
Location Mind Body Studio - We - 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
- 50% Waiting List  
09/04/25 - 12/20/25
Location Multipurpose 1 - Th - 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
- 50% Waiting List  

FALL: Ballet (Ages 5-9)

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9/4/25 - 12/20/25
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Fall Dance Program:

  • Your child will have the opportunity to enhance their skills each week, learning a routine to perform at our Showcase in December.
  • Session Dates: September 2nd – December 20th (No class Nov. 23rd – 30th), Showcase: December 19th 5:30pm showtime.
  • Fees: Please refer to individual class fees below. A 50% payment is due upon registration, with the second payment drafted on November 1st (full payment option available). The fee includes your selected class for the session, participation in the showcase, and a dance t-shirt.
    • Please note: the $10 showcase/t-shirt fee is non-refundable

Ballet (Ages 5-9):

  • This fun filled class incorporates the basic techniques of ballet. Instructors will modify class content for each age level, using center combinations, ballet positions, leaps and turns. The class is designed to develop awareness of alignment and basic ballet vocabulary and technique. Watch your child’s self-confidence grow as they master fundamentals and meet new friends.

Registration Information  

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Member Registration 7/28/25 8/12/25 Online / Front Desk $ 147.00-
Member & Community Participant Registration 8/13/25 12/1/25 Online / Front Desk $ 147.00$ 187.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
Minimum Deposit
09/04/25 - 12/20/25
Location Multipurpose 1 - Th - 5:45 pm - 6:30 pm
6 / 12 Available 50% Register  

FALL: Dance Upon a Time (Ages 2-5)

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9/4/25 - 12/20/25
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Fall Dance Program:

  • Your child will have the opportunity to enhance their skills each week, learning a routine to perform at our Showcase in December.
  • Session Dates: September 2nd – December 20th (No class Nov. 23rd – 30th), Showcase: December 19th 5:30pm showtime.
  • Fees: Please refer to individual class fees below. A 50% payment is due upon registration, with the second payment drafted on November 1st (full payment option available). The fee includes your selected class for the session, participation in the showcase, and a dance t-shirt.
    • Please note: the $10 showcase/t-shirt fee is non-refundable

Dance Upon a Time:

  • Children are enchanted with a blend of movement, music and books. Bring your big imagination, smiles and wiggles as we go on a new dance adventure each week and explore new stories.

Registration Information  

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Member Registration 7/28/25 8/12/25 Online / Front Desk $ 131.00-
Member & Community Participant Registration 8/13/25 12/1/25 Online / Front Desk $ 131.00$ 171.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
Minimum Deposit
09/04/25 - 12/20/25
Location Multipurpose 2 - Th - 4:15 pm - 4:45 pm
3 / 12 Available 50% Register  

FALL: Hip Hop Express (Ages 6-12)

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9/4/25 - 12/20/25
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Fall Dance Program:

  • Your child will have the opportunity to enhance their skills each week, learning a routine to perform at our Showcase in December.
  • Session Dates: September 2nd – December 20th (No class Nov. 23rd – 30th), Showcase: December 19th 5:30pm showtime.
  • Fees: Please refer to individual class fees below. A 50% payment is due upon registration, with the second payment drafted on November 1st (full payment option available). The fee includes your selected class for the session, participation in the showcase, and a dance t-shirt.
    • Please note: the $10 showcase/t-shirt fee is non-refundable

Hip Hop Express:

  • This class is an introduction to one of the most popular and influential styles of dance. Our goal is to have fun, focus on body awareness and enhance coordination using age appropriate steps and music.

 


Registration Information  

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Member Registration 7/28/25 8/12/25 Online / Front Desk $ 147.00-
Member & Community Participant Registration 8/13/25 12/1/25 Online / Front Desk $ 147.00$ 187.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
Minimum Deposit
09/04/25 - 12/20/25
Location Multipurpose 2 - Th - 5:45 pm - 6:30 pm
4 / 12 Available 50% Register  

FALL: Lyrical Ballet (Ages 8-14)

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9/8/25 - 12/20/25
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Fall Dance Program:

  • Your child will have the opportunity to enhance their skills each week, learning a routine to perform at our Showcase in December.
  • Session Dates: September 2nd – December 20th (No class Nov. 23rd – 30th), Showcase: December 19th 5:30pm showtime.
  • Fees: Please refer to individual class fees below. A 50% payment is due upon registration, with the second payment drafted on November 1st (full payment option available). The fee includes your selected class for the session, participation in the showcase, and a dance t-shirt.
    • Please note: the $10 showcase/t-shirt fee is non-refundable

Lyrical Ballet (Ages 8-14)

  • Get ready to dance with your heart! Lyrical Ballet combines the grace of ballet with the expressive style of jazz. In this class, dancers will learn storytelling  through movement, with the lyrics and emotions of the music guiding the choreography. Through graceful movements and the magic of beloved songs, this class will inspire your dancer to express themselves and truly shine!

Registration Information  

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Member Registration 7/28/25 8/12/25 Online / Front Desk $ 139.00-
Member & Community Participant Registration 8/13/25 12/1/25 Online / Front Desk $ 139.00$ 179.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
Minimum Deposit
09/08/25 - 12/20/25
Location Multipurpose 1 - Mo - 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
10 / 12 Available 50% Register  

FALL: Musical Theatre (Ages 6-14)

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9/8/25 - 12/20/25
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Fall Dance Program:

  • Your child will have the opportunity to enhance their skills each week, learning a routine to perform at our Showcase in December.
  • Session Dates: September 2nd – December 20th (No class Nov. 23rd – 30th), Showcase: December 19th 5:30pm showtime.
  • Fees: Please refer to individual class fees below. A 50% payment is due upon registration, with the second payment drafted on November 1st (full payment option available). The fee includes your selected class for the session, participation in the showcase, and a dance t-shirt.
    • Please note: the $10 showcase/t-shirt fee is non-refundable

Musical Theatre:

  • This hybrid class will incorporate Broadway style music and choreography. We will focus on performance skills needed on stage in the areas of singing, dancing and acting.

Registration Information  

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Member Registration 7/28/25 8/12/25 Online / Front Desk $ 139.00-
Member & Community Participant Registration 8/13/25 12/20/25 Online / Front Desk $ 139.00$ 179.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
Minimum Deposit
09/08/25 - 12/20/25
Location Multipurpose 2 - Mo - 5:45 pm - 6:30 pm
7 / 12 Available 50% Register  

FALL: Poms (Ages 5-12)

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9/3/25 - 12/20/25
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Fall Dance Program:

  • Your child will have the opportunity to enhance their skills each week, learning a routine to perform at our Showcase in December.
  • Session Dates: September 2nd – December 20th (No class Nov. 23rd – 30th), Showcase: December 19th 5:30pm showtime.
  • Fees: Please refer to individual class fees below. A 50% payment is due upon registration, with the second payment drafted on November 1st (full payment option available). The fee includes your selected class for the session, participation in the showcase, and a dance t-shirt.
    • Please note: the $10 showcase/t-shirt fee is non-refundable

Poms (Ages 5-10)

  • In Poms, we will introduce proper technique and form. Each week we will work on jumps, arm and leg extensions, performance energy and more!

 


Registration Information  

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Member Registration 7/28/25 8/12/25 Online / Front Desk $ 131.00-
Member & Community Participant Registration 8/13/25 12/1/25 Online / Front Desk $ 131.00$ 171.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
Minimum Deposit
09/03/25 - 12/20/25
Location Multipurpose 2 - We - 5:45 pm - 6:15 pm
12 / 15 Available 50% Register  
09/04/25 - 12/20/25
Location Multipurpose 2 - Th - 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
8 / 15 Available 50% Register  

FALL: Tap (Ages 4-7)

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9/8/25 - 12/20/25
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Fall Dance Program:

  • Your child will have the opportunity to enhance their skills each week, learning a routine to perform at our Showcase in December.
  • Session Dates: September 2nd – December 20th (No class Nov. 23rd – 30th), Showcase: December 19th 5:30pm showtime.
  • Fees: Please refer to individual class fees below. A 50% payment is due upon registration, with the second payment drafted on November 1st (full payment option available). The fee includes your selected class for the session, participation in the showcase, and a dance t-shirt.
    • Please note: the $10 showcase/t-shirt fee is non-refundable

Tap (Ages4-7):

  • Beginning level class where we will work on tap sounds, steps and combinations. The class is designed to develop awareness of alignment and basic tap vocabulary and technique. Watch your child’s self-confidence grow as they master fundamentals and meet new friends.

 


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberCommunity Participant
Member Registration 7/28/25 8/12/25 Online / Front Desk $ 124.00-
Member & Community Participant Registration 8/13/25 12/1/25 Online / Front Desk $ 124.00$ 164.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
Minimum Deposit
09/08/25 - 12/20/25
Location Multipurpose 1 - Mo - 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
8 / 12 Available 50% Register