Dance | Youth

Ballerina Babes

This introductory class teaches beginning ballet along with development of listening skills, coordination control and discipline. Creative movements, dancing to musical rhythms is introduced in this fun class. Scarves, flowers and many more accessories add to the fun and creativity of this class. RB

Try It All Combo Class

Dancers will learn steps from ballet, tap, jazz, and hip hop. A great class to explore different styles of dance. Tap shoes are NOT required. RB Ages

Ballet Tap

This introductory class for the first time dancer will teach good posture, body awareness, and control as the dancer learns basic ballet positions and movement. Recognizing and demonstrating first, second position, plie, releve, tendu, and bouree turns are featured goals along with saut jumps in first position and echappe (first and second position). Class may be combined with tap or jazz dance to give a taste of other dance styles, while still training strength,

Musical Theater Dance

Children will learn choreography used in musical theater. This dance class will teach steps from ballet, tap, and jazz, with a focus on performing in character. RB

Hip Hop/Jazz

This class is an introduction to the world of hip hop, which has its roots in jazz dance having grown from an energetic street form of jazz. Class will start with warm-ups, stretching, and isolation movement before learning travelling steps and choreography. RB

Ballet Ages 7-14

Dancers will now focus on more detailed movement, practicing moves standing sideways to barre and across the floor. All basic terminology will be reviewed and used as the dancer focuses on presentation of their movement. The dancer will begin to explore various turning skills and more intricate choreography. RB

Tap Ages Ages 8-14

Tap dance takes the basic rhythms, movements, and sounds increasing the speed of the dance. Dancers will learn combinations steps including Maxie Ford, shuffle Off to Buffalo, Time Step, and Waltz Clog. Dancers develop muscular coordination and body awareness through various movements and rhythms. Tap shoes are required. RB.

Lyrical Ages 8-14

Ballet is the basic strength of all dance “techniques”. This class includes barre exercises, center work, stage details and French terminology. Lyrical will be introduced with a technique that produces dancers with a strong technical base, and gives them flexibility and strength. RB

125085-1A Th 6/22-7/27 6:00-6:45P $54 $59

Jumps & Turns Intensive Ages 7-14

The young dancer will focus on turns and jumps to move them to the next level of dance training. RB

125035-1A Sa 5/20 10:15-11:00A $10 $13

125035-2B Th 6/8 5:15-6:00P $10 $13

Modern Dance Pop-Up Ages 7-14

Dancers explore modern techniques, learning new ways to move. Prior dance experience is recommended. RB

125036-1A Th 5/25 5:15-6:00P $10 $13

125036-2A Sa 6/17 10:15-11:00A $10 $13

Dance | Adult

For questions regarding the Adult Dance Program, please contact Recreation Supervisor, Ruth Brackmann at ruthb@warrenvilleparks.org

Tuesday Couples Dance Classes

Julie Hein & Don Leynes

Warrenville Community Building Activity Room

(Enter through lower level only)

*PUNCH CARD 4 CLASSES $32 $37

Smooth soled shoes suggested. No gym shoes. Tu 7:00-8:00P Beginners /Intermediate Partners are preferred, but not needed. WATCH FACEBOOK/EMAIL FOR DANCE STYLE UPDATES.

Private Couples Dance Lessons

Are you looking to be at your best for that special occasion?

Or maybe you just want a private lesson for fun. Professional dance instructors help you polish your dancing footwork and frame so you can enjoy your special event or just learn how to dance for you. For more information or to schedule your lesson please call Ruth Brackmann at 630.393.7279.

Instructor: Julie Hein

Adult Ballet Ages 16+

Dancers will learn ballet movements which build to the graceful artistry associated with ballet. Dress is comfortable clothing with ballet shoes. Class is adaptable to various abilities. RB

Location: Warrenville Community Building Studio

Instructor: Avery Sipla

Ballerobica Express Ages 16+

Join Ballerobica for a fun and effective total body workout that mixes ballet with aerobics and resistance training to burn calories and tone the entire body. While most movements are based on ballet steps or positions, they are used in a fitness style. Emphasis is on repetitive movements targeting specific muscle groups, which are then stretched out to minimize the potential for injury. Center work focuses on keeping the core engaged during cardio involving arm and leg exercises. All exercises are adaptable to various abilities. RB Class will not meet on: 7/6

Location: Warrenville Community Building Studio

Instructor: Avery Sipla

Adult Tap Ages 16+

Come shuffle off to Buffalo with a fun aerobic form of dance to get you on your toes! Class will begin with a warm-up stretch before you begin to articulate those feet and snappy sounds. Basic steps will be taught then developed into short combos until a routine is choreographed. This is a great way to exercise and learn a new talent at the same time. RB

Class will not meet on: 7/5, 7/7

Location: Warrenville Community Building Studio

Instructor: Avery Sipla