Classes

Mommy & Me

Mommy & Me classes involve lots of imagination and games to keep the interest and attention of young students. Children use large motor skill movements such as jumping, skipping, and hopping, all while becoming aware of music and rhythm. Ballet shoes are required. Ages 2-3.

Jazzy Juniors

Beginner dancers need no prior experience and receive basic and fundamental training in the varied forms of expression in jazz dance. Jazz shoes required. Ballet shoes may not be substituted for jazz shoes. Ages 4-5.

Poms Dance

Poms with a style of dance that is based on cheer movements. Ages 4-6 & 7+.

Lil Tappers

Explore the fun of rhythms and sounds you can make with your feet. This class will begin with tap basics such as shuffles, heels, flaps and more! Ages 3-4.

Lil Hip Hoppers

In this dynamic, upbeat class, dancers will learn hip hop technique and choreography. Dancers develop rhythm, coordination, and self expression. Ages 5-6.  

Beginner Ballroom

Dance into fun! Each class, you'll learn exciting dances like Cha-Cha and Waltz! Our classes are super fun and easy to follow, no matter if you're just starting or already a dance whiz. You don't need a partner, just bring your smile and energy. Ballet shoes required. Ages 7+.

Beginner Tap

Rhythm technique, movement, and tap combination steps will be learned. Beginner dancers need no prior experience and receive basic and fundamental training. Intermediate dancers gain a stronger understanding of techniques and terminology. Tap shoes required. Ages 6+.

Ballet/Tap

This combination class provides you with the opportunity to learn the basics of ballet and tap dance. Techniques for each will be taught with the combinations and dance routines. Ages 8+.

Beginner Hip Hop

In this dynamic upbeat class, dancers will learn hip hop technique and choreography. Dancers develop rhythm, coordination, and self-expression. Dancers need black gym shoes or black jazz shoes. Ages:  7+.

Creative Dance

Creative Dance introduces dance and encouragement of self-expression for our youngest dancers. Instruction includes developmentally appropriate activities in movement, music, coordination, and an introduction to ballet. Ages 3-4.

Pre-Ballet

Pre-Ballet’s major goal is to experience the joy of dance, enrich skills, and learn to appreciate this art. Simple ballet steps are taught as well as the five ballet positions. Skills are completed both at the barre and in the center of the floor. Basic arm positions are introduced. Students continue to work on concepts learned in Creative Dance but with greater complexity and more emphasis on elementary ballet steps. Ballet shoes are required. Ages 5-7.

Beginner Ballet

Dancers will increase knowledge of proper alignment and positioning through skills in barre, center, adagio, and allegro. Beginners need no prior experience. Ballet shoes are required. Ages 7+. 

Adult Ballroom Dance

Join us for an upbeat class where you'll learn popular social dances like the Cha-Cha and Waltz. Each week, we'll move, laugh, and enjoy great music in an easygoing, no pressure setting. No partner or experience needed, just bring your energy and get ready to have a great time on the floor. Ballet shoes are required. Ages 18 and older. 

Class Attire

Creative Dance, Mommy & Me, Beginner Ballroom, and Ballet:

• Black leotards, pink, black, or tan tights, and skirts are acceptable, and pink ballet shoes.

Adult Ballroom Dance: 

• Athletic apparel, leggings, shorts, and t-shirts with ballet shoes.  

Tap & Jazz: 

• Black leotard, pink, black, or tan tights, leggings, and jazz shorts are acceptable, black slip-on or tie-tap shoes. 

Hip Hop: 

• Yoga pants, t-shirts, shorts, black gym shoes, or black jazz shoes.

Dance warmups (e.g. jazz pants, shrugs, leg warmers) may be worn to class but it is to the instructor’s discretion to ask the dancer to remove them once class has begun. Hair must be securely pulled back off the dancer’s face for every class. Dancers will be asked to observe class without proper attire and/or hair.

Questions regarding the dance program? Contact Ms. Mary, Discover Dance Director at mtrinco@invillapark.com.

Need dance attire for your class? We have you covered. Visit our online one-stop shop to look your best for class! Your order will be shipped right to your house with easy returns. Go to: invillapark.com/DiscoverDance