Jump In Dance Registration
October is the perfect time to jump into a dance class!
The first week of class for Jump In Dancers is Wednesday, Oct. 18 – Tuesday, Oct. 24. Most classes will meet for six weeks through the end of the session Wednesday, November 29-Tuesday, December 5
No Class October 31 & November 22-26
How to “Jump In” to Dance:
- Review classes available for enrollment below by dance type
- For new and returning dancers in 3rd grade and above, please call Amy Hubert at 847-640-1000 ext. 207 for placement assistance
- Submit Online Registration Form at the bottom of the page
Nurtures the young child’s love of dance and emphasizes creativity, musicality and having fun. Children learn classical ballet positions, preparatory ballet steps and laying the groundwork for formal ballet training. Preschool/Kindergarten Kindergarten The perfect starting point for young dancers. Students work at an accelerated but comfortable pace, with a focus on developing ballet technique and learning how to perform a variety of ballet movements and steps in a fun and encouraging environment. 1st/2nd Grade The perfect starting point. Dancers learn the five basic positions, basic ballet steps, how to turn, jump and leap, preparing them for further ballet training. Dress in a leotard, tights and ballet slippers with hair pulled up and off the neck. Saturday | 10:15-11:15 AM | 10/21-12/2 | Makayla S Provides a strong foundation in classical ballet technique in a fun and encouraging environment. Develop flexibility, strength, control and learn a sense of line essential to the training of all dancers, as well as athletes and students of other performing arts. Junior 1 Junior 2 Junior 3 Created for dancers in middle school or high school who have training in other dance disciplines. New or returning students to ballet who want to audition for Orchesis, musical theatre productions or other dance opportunities where technical dance training is important. Wednesday | 4:30-5:30 PM | 10/18-11/29 | Linda B Designed for committed and experienced Intermediate and Advanced level dancers. These weekly technique classes offer the opportunity to reach your potential by training in a fast-paced, uniquely enriching class. Prerequisite: concurrent enrollment in Intermediate 2 Ballet or above. Dancers new to the dance program are welcome to enroll and should call Amy at 847-640-1000 ext. 207. Intermediate Technique Advanced Technique Advanced Technique & Intermediate Pointe Dance with your child while having fun learning creative movement and playing dance games. Parents and tots wear comfortable clothing and ballet slippers or socks with rubber grips on the bottom. Register under the child’s name. Wednesday | 5:30-6:00 PM | 10/18-11/29 | Laura B Boys and girls! Move to the groove and dance to the beat; bop with the rhythm and tap your feet! Class explores a combination of tap and jazz against the backdrop of popular music. Dance attire, tap shoes, and black ballet or jazz shoes are required. Wednesday | 4:00-4:45 PM | 10/18-11/29 | RecPlex | Laura B Children explore creative movement and use their imagination, while improving rhythm and coordination. We’ll mix it up with jazz, tap and hip hop to give students a well-rounded base and a chance to explore all dance forms. Dance attire, tap shoes and black ballet or jazz shoes required. Perfect for boys or girls. Saturday | 9:30-10:15 AM | 10/21-12/2 | RecPlex | Laura B This combination class offers tap and jazz instruction in a fun atmosphere. In tap, students work with timing and rhythms, while jazz focuses on technique and traveling progressions. Wednesday | 6:00-7:00 PM | 10/18-11/29 | Sandy S Explore musical theater dance to sounds of Broadway favorites such as Hamilton, Newsies, Aladdin and more. Gain confidence for your next audition. Dancers will learn choreography and receive coaching on rhythm, style, technique and dynamic. **Annual costume fees for Spring Recital performances are included. Wednesday | 4:45-5:30 PM | 10/18-11/29 | R $131 NR $141 | Laura B Teen-focused class for beginning and continuing jazz dance students. Dancers learn the fundamentals of jazz dance technique, while also exploring their range as performers in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Great for students interested in preparing for middle school or high school dance groups, poms, musical theater and show choir. Tuesday | 8:00-8:45 PM | 10/24-12/5 | Mikki S Studio Impulse’s curriculum is rooted in jazz dance technique. The Jazz Plus class format offers young dancers a unique opportunity to develop the poise, confidence and jazz technique needed for future dance training while also exploring the funky and fun stylized movement of hip hop. The Beginning section is for dancers who have completed first and second grade; Junior section is by instructor placement. Beginning (1st/2nd Grade) Junior (3rd/4th Grade) Teaches young dancers the fundamentals of jazz technique through traveling progressions and center combinations. Provides students with a strong foundation for continued jazz dance training in a fun and supportive environment. Junior 1/2 (3rd/4th Grade) Learn the basics of hip hop through warm-ups, combinations, steps, and short routines. Beginning level classes are based on grade. **Annual costume fees for Spring Recital performances are included. 3rd/4th Grade 5th/6th Grade Intermediate/Advanced Fun and fast-paced class for guys only! In addition to training in this popular style, guys also gain coordination and agility both as dancers and for athletics and other activities. Friday | 5:15-5:45 PM | 10/20-12/1 | Taylor d If the amazing upbeat tap numbers of Broadway inspire you, give this a try! Adult tap dancers explore the connection of movement and music, while learning basic taps steps and terminology. Develop confidence and learn Broadway-style choreography for a unique and fun dance experience. Students should wear tap shoes and comfortable clothing that allows the body to move. Wednesday | 7:00-7:45 PM | 10/18-11/29 | Sandy S Discover your rhythm and learn the fundamentals of jazz dance while enjoying a fun and unique workout set to popular music and Broadway favorites. Wear comfortable clothing which allows the body to move, jazz shoes or ballet slippers. Thursday | 8:30-8:30 PM | 10/19-11/30 | Katelyn R Mix up your cardio routine! Dancers learn basic but challenging hip hop moves and up-tempo choreography that give dancers an increased sense of rhythm, precision and dynamic. Dress in clothing that allows for free movement and wear clean athletic shoes to class. Tuesday | 7:45-8:30 PM | 10/24-12/5 | Rachel VBallet
Pre-Ballet (Preschool & Kindergarten)
R $86 NR $96
Friday | 5:15-6:00 PM | 10/20-12/1 | Lions Rec Center | Vikki B
Monday | 9:45-10:30 AM | 10/23-11/27 | Lions Rec Center | Vikki B
Tuesday | 1:00-1:45 PM | 10/24-12/5 | RecPlex | Makayla S
Saturday | 10:30-11:15 AM | 10/21-12/2 | Lions Rec Center | Amy H
Intro To Ballet (1st & 2nd Grade)
Location Lions Recreation Center
R $151 NR $161 **Annual costume fees for Spring Recital performances are included
Wednesday | 4:30-5:30 PM | 10/18-11/29 | Amy H
Thursday | 5:30-6:30 PM | 10/19-11/30 | Makayla S
Monday | 4:00-5:00 PM | 10/23-11/27 | Makayla S
Tuesday | 6:20-7:20 PM | 10/24-12/5 | Vikki B
Ballet Essentials for Beginners (new & returning dancers in 3rd-5th Grade)
Location Lions Recreation Center
R $131 NR $141 **Annual costume fees for Spring Recital performances are included
Junior Ballet (3rd & 4th grade with some previous training)
Location Lions Recreation Center
R $151 NR $161 **Annual costume fees for Spring Recital performances are included
Thursday | 6:00-7:00 PM | 10/19-11/30 | Linda B
Monday | 4:00-5:00 PM | 10/23-11/27 | Tara S
Tuesday | 5:15-6:15 PM | 10/24-12/5 | Tara S
Monday | 5:00-6:00 PM | 10/23-11/27 | Tara S
Tuesday | 4:10-5:10 PM | 10/24-12/5 | Tara S
Wednesday | 5:30-6:30 PM | 10/18-11/29 | Linda B
Monday | 6:00-7:00 PM | 10/23-11/27 | Allison B
Accelerated Intermediate Ballet (new & returning dancers in 6th Grade +)
Location Lions Recreation Center
R $151 NR $161 **Annual costume fees for Spring Recital performances are included
Master Ballet Class Series (Intermediate/Advanced dancers with previous training)
Location Lions Recreation Center
Tuesday | 5:15-6:30 PM | 10/24-11/28 | R $72 NR $82 | Sue L
Tuesday | 6:30-8:00 PM | 10/24-11/28 | R $76 NR $86 | Sue L
Tuesday | 6:30-8:30 PM | 10/24-11/28 | R $93 NR $103 | Sue L
Parent & Tot (Ages 2.5-4.5)
Location RecPlex
R $54 NR $64Tap & Jazz
Mini Medley (Preschool)
R $86 NR $96
Saturday | 10:15-11:00 AM | 10/21-12/2 | RecPlex | Laura B
Tuesday | 10:30-11:15 AM | 10/24-12/5 | Lions | Makayla S
Kindergarten Combo
R $86 NR $96
Tuesday | 9:45-10:30 AM | 10/24-12/5 | Lions | Makayla S
Tuesday | 1:45-2:30 PM | 10/24-12/5 | RecPlex | Amy H
Tap & Jazz Combo (3rd-4th Grade)
Location RecPlex
R $151 NR $161 **Annual costume fees for Spring Recital performances are included
Broadway Bound
Location RexPlex
Tuesday | 7:00-8:00 PM | 10/24-12/5 | R $136 NR $146 | Mikki S
Beginning Teen Jazz (New and returning dancers 6th Grade+)
Location RecPlex
R $131 NR $141 **Annual costume fees for Spring Recital performances are included
Jazz Plus! (1st-4th Grade)
Location RecPlex
R $131 NR $141 **Annual costume fees for Spring Recital performances are included
Friday | 5:45-6:45 PM | 10/20-12/1 | Taylor D
Monday | 5:00-6:00 PM | 10/23-11/27 | Laura B
Monday | 6:00-7:00 PM | 10/23-11/27 | Laura B
Junior Jazz (3rd-5th Grade)
Location RecPlex
R $146 NR $156 **Annual costume fees for Spring Recital performances are included
Saturday | 11:30 AM-12:15 PM | 10/20-12/1 | Laura B
Tuesday | 5:15-6:00 PM | 10/24-12/5 | Micki SHip Hop
Hip Hop (new & returning dancers 3rd Grade +)
Location Lions Rec Center
Saturday | 2:00-2:45 PM | 10/21-12/9 | R $137 NR $147 | Taylor D
Saturday | 1:15-2:00 PM | 10/21-12/9 | R $142 NR $152 | Taylor D
Saturday | 12:15-1:00 PM | 10/21-12/9 | R $142 NR $152 | Taylor D
Hip Hop for Guys (1st-4th Grade)
Location RecPlex
R $54 NR $64Adult Classes
Adult Tap (18 +)
Location RecPlex
R $66 NR $76
Adult Jazz/Contemporary (18+)
Location Lions Recreation Center
R $71 NR $81
Adult Hip Hop (18+)
Location Lions Rec Center
R $66 NR $76
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