Dance

Be a part of the “Outstanding Program of the Year” awarded by the Illinois Park and Recreation Association! Power Dance takes place right after school. Never danced before? No problem! We accept and train all levels. This program is very athletic, using the basic fundamentals of dance with the latest dance moves and styles. Students will learn new and creative ways to express their emotion and transform their energy into a creative outlet.
***This session of Powerdance does not participate in the May Dance Concert, our winter session of Powerdance will participate***
Attire:
Comfortable clothing you can move around in & gym shoes or any dance shoes you own

Be a part of the “Outstanding Program of the Year” awarded by the Illinois Park and Recreation Association! Power Dance takes place right after school. Never danced before? No problem! We accept and train all levels. This program is very athletic, using the basic fundamentals of dance with the latest dance moves and styles. Students will learn new and creative ways to express their emotion and transform their energy into a creative outlet.
***This session of Powerdance does not participate in the May Dance Concert, our winter session of Powerdance will participate***
Attire:
Comfortable clothing you can move around in & gym shoes or any dance shoes you own

In this five week session, learn and practice the basic techniques of one of the most popular dances, Chicago Style Stepping. Basic steps and combinations, floor etiquette, turns and partnering will be covered in this 2-hour class. This is the perfect way to get ready for those high school reunions and weddings or simply build your confidence on the dance floor. Best of all it’s a chance to just enjoy a fun time with others.

Introduce your young dancer to the basics of tap, ballet and jazz. This class is perfect for the beginner, allowing her/him to explore different dance disciplines while learning basic techniques. The benefits of dance are endless, offering the student enhanced self-esteem, improved coordination, and most of all, fun…so join us as we learn to plie’, jete’ and shuffle off to buffalo.

Attire:
Girls-Leotard–optional skirt, tights, pink ballet shoes and black tap shoes
Boys-fitted shirt, shorts, black ballet shoes and black tap shoes

This fun and upbeat class inspires creativity and teaches the fundamentals of hip hop. Students will develop coordination, strength, dance technique, rhythm, and body awareness in a caring, exciting, nurturing environment. This class is an excellent way for children to be introduced to the many benefits of the performing arts.
Attire:
Girls-fitted shirt, shorts or leggings and gym shoes
Boys-fitted shirt shorts or sweat pants and gym shoes

Pre-Ballet is the perfect class for this age with stronger emphasis on ballet technique. This class includes a thorough warm up, proper stretching, and the continuous development of the basics of ballet. There is no pre-requesite for this class.
Attire:
Girls-leotard-optional skirt, tights, pink ballet shoes
Boys-fitted shirt, shorts, black ballet shoes

It is never too late to learn to be graceful! Improve your flexibility, poise and posture. Relieve stress, burn calories and have fun at the same time through this peaceful and relaxing dance style. An intermediate level of dance will be taught during this class and will include a technical warm up, barre work and center work with combinations, all specific and appropriate to the level of training.

Attire:
Women–Leotard-optional skirt and tights or fitted shirt and shorts or leggings, ballet shoes
Men–Fitted shirt, athletic pants or shorts, ballet shoes

Contemporary dance is an upbeat style of dance that involves aspects of movement from several different genres such as jazz, modern, and ballet. During this class express yourself through music, movement, and emotions. We will focus on how the body moves through space, musical exploration, and directional focus.

Attire: workout attire, dance attire, or a combination of both. Socks, lyrical shoes, or barefoot.

It is never too late to learn to be graceful! Improve your flexibility, poise and posture. Relieve stress, burn calories and have fun at the same time through this peaceful and relaxing dance style. An intermediate level of dance will be taught during this class and will include a technical warm up, barre work and center work with combinations, all specific and appropriate to the level of training.

Attire:
Women–Leotard-optional skirt and tights or fitted shirt and shorts or leggings, ballet shoes
Men–Fitted shirt, athletic pants or shorts, ballet shoes

Enrich your child’s creativity, movement, coordination and confidence. This beginning dance class will introduce and reinforce the basic fundamentals of dance all while having fun.
Attire:
Girls – leotard (optional skirt), tights, pink ballet shoes
Boys – fitted shirt, shorts, black ballet shoes

Pre-Ballet is the perfect class for this age with stronger emphasis on ballet technique. This class includes a thorough warm up, proper stretching, and the continuous development of the basics of ballet. There is no pre-requesite for this class.
Attire:
Girls-leotard-optional skirt, tights, pink ballet shoes
Boys-fitted shirt, shorts, black ballet shoes

This class is an excellent introduction to many different styles of dance including Ballet, Tap, Jazz, and Hip Hop. Students will gain a foundation and exposure to various styles of dance, keeping them excited, interested, and focused.
Girls – leotard (optional skirt) and tights OR fitted shirt and shorts/leggings, pink ballet shoes & black tap shoes
Boys – fitted shirt, shorts, black ballet shoes & black tap shoes

Develop poise, grace, and confidence! Level I will introduce and reinforce the basic fundamentals. Advancement to higher levels of training will require teacher recommendation and are based upon the mastering of skills necessary to advance. Staying consistent in training throughout the year is the key to moving up through the levels. Previous Ballet experience recommended.
Girls-leotard-optional skirt, tights, pink ballet shoes
Boys-fitted shirt, shorts, black ballet shoes

This class serves as an introduction to hip hop dance for our younger dancers. Using games and music, the class focuses on rhythm, musicality, creativity, coordination, body awareness, and basic hip hop technique. It is a great way to get kids moving and introduce them to the many benefits of the performing arts!

Attire:
Girls–fitted shirt, shorts or leggings, gym shoes
Boys–fitted shirt, shorts or sweatpants, gym shoes

Develop poise, grace, and confidence! Level I will introduce and reinforce the basic fundamentals. Advancement to higher levels of training will require teacher recommendation and are based upon the mastering of skills necessary to advance. Staying consistent in training throughout the year is the key to moving up through the levels. *previous ballet experience required.
Attire:
Girls-leotard-optional skirt, tights, pink ballet shoes
Boys-fitted shirt, shorts, black ballet shoes

It is never too late to learn to be graceful! Improve your flexibility, poise and posture. Relieve stress, burn calories and have fun at the same time through this peaceful and relaxing dance style. Beginning levels of dance will be taught during this class and will include a technical warm up, barre work and center work with combinations, all specific and appropriate to the level of training.

Attire:
Women–Leotard-optional skirt and tights or fitted shirt and shorts or leggings, ballet shoes
Men–Fitted shirt, athletic pants or shorts, ballet shoes

Develop poise, grace, and confidence! Level I will introduce and reinforce the basic fundamentals. Advancement to higher levels of training will require teacher recommendation and are based upon the mastering of skills necessary to advance. Staying consistent in training throughout the year is the key to moving up through the levels. *previous ballet experience required.
Attire:
Girls-leotard-optional skirt, tights, pink ballet shoes
Boys-fitted shirt, shorts, black ballet shoes

Are you ready to take the next step in your ballet training? In Pre-Pointe you will do exercises and training to prepare yourself to go onto pointe. Previous ballet experience and enrollment in our Intermediate Ballet class is required to participate in this class.

Attire:
Women–Leotard-optional skirt and tights or fitted shirt and shorts or leggings, ballet shoes
Men–Fitted shirt, athletic pants or shorts, ballet shoes

Introduce your young dancer to the basics of tap, ballet and jazz. This class is perfect for the beginner, allowing her/him to explore different dance disciplines while learning basic techniques. The benefits of dance are endless, offering the student enhanced self-esteem, improved coordination, and most of all, fun…so join us as we learn to plie’, jete’ and shuffle off to buffalo.

Attire:
Girls-Leotard–optional skirt, tights, pink ballet shoes and black tap shoes
Boys-fitted shirt, shorts, black ballet shoes and black tap shoes

Bend, stretch, point and flex. The grace of Ballet and flexibility of Tumbling come together in this energetic class. Basic Tumbling and Ballet skills will be taught in a fun and interactive environment. Useful and exciting props will also be used to engage the children in the learning process.

Attire:
Girls-Leotard–optional skirt, tights, pink ballet shoes and black tap shoes
Boys-fitted shirt, shorts, black ballet shoes and black tap shoes

Pre-Ballet is the perfect class for this age with stronger emphasis on ballet technique. This class includes a thorough warm up, proper stretching, and the continuous development of the basics of ballet. There is no pre-requesite for this class.
Attire:
Girls-leotard-optional skirt, tights, pink ballet shoes
Boys-fitted shirt, shorts, black ballet shoes

Build on your confidence and dance technique as you explore the world of musical theater dance. This is a jazz-based class filled with Broadway style dancing and music. Classes incorporate the style of dance one would typically see on a Broadway stage. This form of dancing emphasizes learning performance skills such as connecting with the audience and facial expressions.
Attire:
Girls-leotard or fitted shirt and shorts or leggings, bare feet
Boys-fitted shirt, shorts, bare feet

The Hip Hop culture is one to be reckoned with, and whether you’re dancing for the first time or you have previous experience there’s a class perfect for your age and experience! Our hip hop instructors come to us with professional backgrounds, working with internationally acclaimed dance companies and competing in hip hop battles in downtown Chicago.
Girls-leotard-optional skirt, tights, pink ballet shoes
Boys-fitted shirt, shorts, black ballet shoes

This class works on embellishing the acrobatic elements used on the dance stage. Enhance your back and leg flexibility while strengthening the muscle groups used to execute impressive tricks seen on television and stages worldwide. *Previous gymnastics, tumbling or acro dance experience recommended*
Attire:
Girls-leotard or fitted shirt and shorts or leggings, bare feet
Boys-fitted shirt, shorts, bare feet

This class is an excellent introduction to many different styles of dance including Ballet, Tap, Jazz, and Hip Hop. Students will gain a foundation and exposure to various styles of dance, keeping them excited, interested, and focused.
Girls – leotard (optional skirt) and tights OR fitted shirt and shorts/leggings, pink ballet shoes & black tap shoes
Boys – fitted shirt, shorts, black ballet shoes & black tap shoes

Develop poise, grace, and confidence! Level I will introduce and reinforce the basic fundamentals. Advancement to higher levels of training will require teacher recommendation and are based upon the mastering of skills necessary to advance. Staying consistent in training throughout the year is the key to moving up through the levels. Previous Ballet experience recommended.
Girls-leotard-optional skirt, tights, pink ballet shoes
Boys-fitted shirt, shorts, black ballet shoes

This class is an excellent introduction to many different styles of dance including Ballet, Tap, Jazz, and Hip Hop. Students will gain a foundation and exposure to various styles of dance, keeping them excited, interested, and focused.
Girls – leotard (optional skirt) and tights OR fitted shirt and shorts/leggings, pink ballet shoes & black tap shoes
Boys – fitted shirt, shorts, black ballet shoes & black tap shoes

The Hip Hop culture is one to be reckoned with, and whether you’re dancing for the first time or you have previous experience there’s a class perfect for your age and experience! Our hip hop instructors come to us with professional backgrounds, working with internationally acclaimed dance companies and competing in hip hop battles in downtown Chicago.
Attire:
Girls-leotard-optional skirt, tights, pink ballet shoes
Boys-fitted shirt, shorts, black ballet shoes

Stretch and become limber as your body develops the tools that are needed to become a stronger you. Correctly learn how to become limber. Learn to relax and breathe correctly. In one hour of active stretching you will burn between 240-356 calories. You will go through a series of floor and dance barre stretches to assist you in reaching any goals you may have.

Attire:
Comfortable workout clothing and gym shoes or socked feet, and please bring a yoga mat.

Children along with their parents are introduced to the world of dance and movement through activities that encourage expression, music appreciation, and creative fun. Our instructors will guide you step by step through this process while you enjoy dancing with your child and creating a special bond!
Attire:
Parents-comfortable clothing and gym shoes
Children- comfortable clothing and ballet shoes or gym shoes

Ages 3-5 years
Are you looking for a fun variety for your tiny dancer? Something that will have them excited about learning the basics of dance? Our Snack and Dance Class offers a unique opportunity for preschool age kids to continue learning in a class setting. After a quick snack (provided), your dancer will enjoy using songs, props, and much more to get their body moving.

Children enrolled in morning or afternoon preschool at the ACC will be escorted to or from preschool or Snack and Dance. Children must be dropped off inside facility if attending preschool in the afternoon or picked-up inside facility if attended morning preschool. There is no curbside pick-up or drop off for this program. Snack and Dance is not included as a part of Preschool registration and enrollment in Preschool is not required to participate in Snack and Dance.
*THIS IS NOT A RECITAL CLASS*
Attire:
Comfortable clothes that you can move around in (no jeans) & socks/gym shoes or ballet shoes

Children along with their parents are introduced to the world of dance and movement through activities that encourage expression, music appreciation, and creative fun. Our instructors will guide you step by step through this process while you enjoy dancing with your child and creating a special bond!
*THIS IS NOT A RECITAL CLASS*
Attire:
Parents-comfortable clothing and gym shoes
Children- comfortable clothing and ballet shoes or gym shoes

Introduce your young dancer to the basics of tap, ballet and jazz. This class is perfect for the beginner, allowing her/him to explore different dance disciplines while learning basic techniques. The benefits of dance are endless, offering the student enhanced self-esteem, improved coordination, and most of all, fun…so join us as we learn to plie’, jete’ and shuffle off to buffalo.

Attire:
Girls-Leotard–optional skirt, tights, pink ballet shoes and black tap shoes
Boys-fitted shirt, shorts, black ballet shoes and black tap shoes

Enrich your child’s creativity, movement, coordination and confidence. This beginning dance class will introduce and reinforce the basic fundamentals of dance all while having fun.
Attire:
Girls – leotard (optional skirt), tights, pink ballet shoes
Boys – fitted shirt, shorts, black ballet shoes

This class serves as an introduction to hip hop dance for our younger dancers. Using games and music, the class focuses on rhythm, musicality, creativity, coordination, body awareness, and basic hip hop technique. It is a great way to get kids moving and introduce them to the many benefits of the performing arts!

Attire:
Girls–fitted shirt, shorts or leggings, gym shoes
Boys–fitted shirt, shorts or sweatpants, gym shoes

Bend, stretch, point and flex. The grace of Ballet and flexibility of Tumbling come together in this energetic class. Basic Tumbling and Ballet skills will be taught in a fun and interactive environment. Useful and exciting props will also be used to engage the children in the learning process.

Attire:
Girls-Leotard–optional skirt, tights, pink ballet shoes and black tap shoes
Boys-fitted shirt, shorts, black ballet shoes and black tap shoes

This class serves as an introduction to hip hop dance for our younger dancers. Using games and music, the class focuses on rhythm, musicality, creativity, coordination, body awareness, and basic hip hop technique. It is a great way to get kids moving and introduce them to the many benefits of the performing arts!

Attire:
Girls–fitted shirt, shorts or leggings, gym shoes
Boys–fitted shirt, shorts or sweatpants, gym shoes

Pre-Ballet is the perfect class for this age with stronger emphasis on ballet technique. This class includes a thorough warm up, proper stretching, and the continuous development of the basics of ballet. There is no pre-requesite for this class.
Attire:
Girls-leotard-optional skirt, tights, pink ballet shoes
Boys-fitted shirt, shorts, black ballet shoes

In this five week session, learn and practice the basic techniques of one of the most popular dances, Chicago Style Stepping. Basic steps and combinations, floor etiquette, turns and partnering will be covered in this 2-hour class. This is the perfect way to get ready for those high school reunions and weddings or simply build your confidence on the dance floor. Best of all it’s a chance to just enjoy a fun time with others.