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DANCE PROGRAMS
Dance classes are taught through Innovation Arts Connection. The progressive curriculum focuses on dance concepts and core techniques. We stress the importance of respect, a positive attitude, and hard work. In our classes, students will develop grace, rhythm, coordination, creativity, and confidence in a fun, safe, and structured environment.
We look forward to seeing you in class! Innovation Arts Connection, LLC collaborates with local Chicagoland park districts. For more information about the IAC program including class expectations, dress code, pandemic procedures, and more please visit innovationartsconnection.com.
Discover Dance Tots
Watch your child's independence and confidence soar, as our dancers explore and discover the benefits of a more structured dance class. Following directions, waiting for our turn, and collectively problem-solving will encourage emotional and social development. Live singing, musical play, and sensory props will have these little ones moving and grooving with their friends and eager to return to class each week! Please wear comfortable clothing and bare feet.
Summer Dance Combo A, B, & I
We will explore different styles of dance during this summer session including tap, ballet, jazz and hip-hop. Each class will include technique, concept exploration, movement games, and choreography. This is a great way to sample many styles of dance. Please wear comfortable, form-fitted clothing and ballet shoes or jazz shoes (tap shoes not required but can be used during certain classes).
Fall Ballet/Tap A, B, or Jazz Combo
Ballet/Tap Combo is the most popular combo for dancers. Classes include stretches, barre work, class etiquette, basic technique of each style, games and learning choreography in both ballet and tap. Please wear a leotard, tights, or comfortable form-fitted clothing, and ballet/tap shoes.
Discover Dance and Stories with Me
Explore the joy of movement with your child and discover the many benefits of early childhood dance classes. Through circle activities, open exploration, and gross motor development exercises, children will blossom with class as they grow with their caregiver during this precious time together.
Fall Dance Parties
Dance Parties are a condensed, one-day session of dance technique, movement games, crafts, a mini-performance and much more! Participants of all levels are encouraged to get involved through these camp-style classes that are designed to help participants fill their evening with fun, educational, and movement-oriented programming. Wear comfortable form-fitted clothing, dance shoes or bare feet. Feel free to dress to match the theme too! Please bring a water bottle.
Summer Dance Camps
Dance Camps are 3-day sessions of dance technique, movement games, crafts, a mini-performance, and much more! Participants of all levels are encouraged to get involved through these camp-style classes that are designed to help participants fill their days with fun, educational, and movement oriented programming. Wear comfortable form-fitted clothing, dance shoes or bare feet. Feel free to dress to match the theme too! Please bring a water bottle.
