Summer Classes and Events 2019

updated 3/11/19

SUMMER IS COOL AT A DANCER'S DREAM!

Sure the summer sun can make your dancers glow. But it'll be the smiles beaming on their faces and the gleam of a great workout that'll inspire your darlings to absolutely shimmer as they dance through their days in one of our fun and funky summer programs.

AGES 2.5 - 8 YEARS! Pre-School, Primary, Mini Dancemix Class Series AND Special Events

Our Summer Pre-School, Primary, & Mini programs offer a delightful way to introduce your child to the joy of the performing and fine arts while expanding development for those who are continuing their artistic journey. Select from a wide range of scheduling options. No worries if you don't see a day/time listed that works for you yet - we are committed to working around your schedule. Give us a call or e-mail with your preference/availability. We'll do everything we can to schedule a class or program to fit your needs.

AGES 6-TEEN!Acro/Contortion & Ballet Boot Camp Class Series

In addition to our ever awesome Dance Dayz, and by popular demand, we're happy to once again offer our Summer Dance Series. This series runs throughout the summer and is perfect as an introduction to Acro/Contortion and/or Ballet. Classes are appropriate as well for accomplished dancers, cheerleaders, & gymnasts who seek to continue adding to their skill set!

AGES 10-TEEN! Pointe (and Pre-Pointe) Class Series

Offered in Private and Semi-Private lesson format this Summer, this is the perfect time to take your training to the next level with personally focused lessons geared to ready dancers for the golden ring of ballet study = Pointe work. For those pre-qualified through our Pointe Readiness process, these lessons offer keen attention to gaining strength and technical proficiency. As well, these lessons can be scheduled as a straight Ballet class (Pre-Pointe) for those interested in accelerating their ballet technique.

AGES 7-TEEN! Dance Dayz

Each summer we bring in a host of spectacular visiting teachers to join our qualified and certified veteran teaching staff to create a vibrant assortment of technique classes, choreography workshops, and often a performance opportunity for your dancers. Our Dance Dayz program is available in a traditional two week camp-styled (daily) format for a wide range of ages designed to engage and inspire! Guest Teacher announcements are made throughout the Spring. Do check back regulary and, in the meantime, Click HERE to see a list of some of our fabulous recent summer guest teachers!

Considering one of our 2019-2020 Performance Teams? 

CLICK HERE for Summer 2019 Performance Team Requirements

RATES, DATES, & DETAILS

Please note: Age is determined as of Sept. 1, 2019. All programs are co-ed and fully adult supervised.

PRE-SCHOOL  SUMMER CLASS SERIES (6-week session, 30 & 60 minute classes) Series begins July 8th

30 MINUTE CLASSES

Pre-School Dancemix [Ages 2.6–4 yrs]
Created for the little ones who just can't wait to dance! Original and classic games and activities introduce Basic Ballet, Jazz, Creative Movement and More! Choose One: Tues 9:00am, Wed 3:00pm, Thurs 9:00am

Tiny Tumblers [Ages 2.6–4 yrs]
Introduces our youngest movers to a variety of balance, jumping, weight exchange, flexibility and coordination activities to start their tumbling journey. Choose One: Tues 9:30am, Wed 3:30pm, Thurs 9:30am

PRIMARY  SUMMER CLASS SERIES (6-week session, 30 & 60 minute classes) Series begins July 8th

30 MINUTE CLASSES

Primary Ballet Beats [ Ages 4–6 yrs]
A program built for fun! Combines classic & original exercises to introduce & expand your child's view of Ballet, Creative Movement & Jazz. Tues 4:00pm*

Primary Tap [ Ages 4–6 yrs]
Who doesn't love to make music? This class turns shoes in to musical instruments! It's also key for honing listening skills and, of course, it's a blast! Tues 4:30pm*

Primary Acro [ Ages 4–6 yrs]
Encourages young movers through a variety of balance, jumping, weight exchange, flexibility and coordination activities to develop, progress, and nurture their love of tumbling. Tues 5:00pm*

Primary Hip Hop [ Ages 4–6 yrs]
This high energy class is designed to encourage your young movers to make appropriate use of their enthusiasm while building focus, creating muscle memory, and developing their uniquely super swagger! Tues 5:30pm*

MINI  SUMMER CLASS SERIES (6-week session, 30 & 60 minute classes) Series begins July 8th

30 MINUTE CLASSES

Mini Jazz [ Ages 6-8 yrs]
They'll jump for joy in this fun and funky dance class. With an eye to developing strength and control, your dancer will explore the basic and combustive elements that make Jazz dance a consistent favorite! From leaps to turns to cool combinations they'll burst  with glee. Wed 6:00pm*

Mini Ballet Beats [ Ages 6–8 yrs]
Your darling will explore the world of classical ballet with a charming twist.  Traditional & original exercises are creatively introduced to expand your child's view of Ballet, Creative Movement & Jazz while aiming for nourished technical progression. Thurs 4:00pm*

Mini Tap [ Ages 6-8 yrs]
Tap is a blast! Beginner tappers will work basic rhythmic patterns in combinations to gain self-confidence and control. Intermediate tappers will work a combination of strength and technical drills to build the precision necessary for this uniquely American-born dance style to explode.  Thurs 4:30pm*

Mini Acro/Contortion [ Ages 6-8 yrs]
Your Acrobat will enjoy the best attributes of traditional acrobatic, contortion, and tumbling training to allow them to increase stretch, strength, and stamina while gaining balance, control, and the technical tactics of proper form - all to approach new and exciting skills safely. Thurs 5:00pm*

Mini Hip Hop [ Ages 6-8 yrs]
This high energy class is designed to encourage your young movers to make appropriate use of their enthusiasm while building focus, creating muscle memory, and developing their uniquely super swagger! Thurs 5:30pm*

60 MINUTE CLASSES

Mini Cecchetti Ballet  [Ages 6-9 yrs]  A charming introduction to the world of classical ballet presented with a delightfully light-hearted approach. Enrique Cecchetti's system focuses on the purity of classic lines and clear-cut style. Wed 5:00pm*

Mermaid ACRObatics [ Ages 6-9 yrs]   Dive in to this whimsical approach to our Acrobatic Program! Yes, your Acrobat will be wearing a Mermaid Tail as they build the stamina and strength to flip through a range of contortion and tumbling skills. It's O-fish-ialy fantastic ;oD   Wed 4:00pm*

COST

30 minute classes:

• Select Any Single 6 week Class Series in the above age range = $54
• Select Any Two Classes (for the same child) in the above age range =$90
• Select Any Three Classes (for the same child) in the above age range = $130
• Select Any Four Classes (for the same child) in the above age range = $166

60 minute classes:

• Select Mermaid ACRObatics 6 week Class Series in the above age range = $100 (included tail!)

*ADDITIONAL DAYS/TIMES ARE FORMING for Pre-School, Primary, & Mini programs listed above = we work around YOUR schedule! Call or e-mail today with your preference/availability.

SUMMER VACATION FUN CENTER Special Event Series (Single Day 4 hour Events. Choose One or Choose Them All and $ave!) Series begins June 18th

Let your mover's imagination run wild! These themed special events include movement activities (of course!) as well as time for a fun and funky craft, obstacle course activity, unique games, and snack/lunch (parent provided*). Dress up encouraged (!) but not required.

All Vacation Fun Center Special Events run 9:00am - 1:00pm and are designed for Ages 3-8yrs.

JUNE VFC SPECIAL EVENTS:
Super Heroes:  Tuesday June 18th 

Circus-Fest:  Wednesday June 19th 

Royalty Reigns:  Thursday June 20th 
Deep Sea Jamboree:  Monday June 24th

Cosmic Blast:  Tuesday June 25th

Invention Avenue:  Wednesday June 26th

Puppet Power:  Thursday June 27th 

AUGUST VFC SPECIAL EVENTS:

Tropical Twist:  Monday August 19th

Zoo-Mania: Tuesday August 20th

Frozen Fun:  Wednesday August 21st

Lego Play Day:  Thursday August 22nd

Rockin' Robots:  Monday August 26th 

*Snacks & Lunch available to order/purchase at drop-off each event day - additional fees apply.

Snack/Lunch:

Pack your own snack/lunch/beverage  OR  take advantage of simple meal service as follows:
Pizza, drinks, and snacks are available to purchase for an additional fee (pizza slices must be ordered at Drop-Off). 

Cost:

• CHOOSE ANY ONE:  VFC Special Events = $40 each
• CHOOSE FOUR & $AVE!: Select Four VFC Special Events (for same child, in same week) = $150

Register today to guarantee a spot! This popular program is expected to Sell Out!

*Snacks & Lunch available to order/purchase at drop-off each event day - additional fees apply.

BIG KIDS & TEENS  SUMMER CLASS SERIES (6-week session  30, 60 & 90 minute classes) Series begins July 8th

Acro/Contortion Deep Dive

Proven progressions for dancers, cheerleaders, gymnasts, athletes looking to improve flexibility while safely working toward contortion skills & partner work sure to impress any audience. This series provides clearly defined exercises and techniques Acrobats can utilize and apply anywhere to continue to gain progress and achieve success. All Classes in the ACRO series are 90 minutes & available Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:00-7:30pm.

FULL Acro Series = 2x/wk = 12 ninety minute classes. Cost: $276

HALF Acro Series = you pick 6 ninety minute classes. Cost: $144

DROP-IN Acro = single ninety minute class. Cost: $25 per class

Program Start Date: July 9th

Pointe/Pre-Pointe

Enjoy a personalized approach to developing the strength and technique necessary to attain the coveted badge of a ballerina. Each dancer will be closely guided through work that is most advantageous to her own stage of development. Summer POINTE classes available by appointment in 30, 60, and 90 minute intervals. Private and Semi-Private Lesson fees apply.

BIG KIDS & TEENS  SUMMER DANCE DAYZ (2 weeks, Mon thru Fri)

Extended hours may be arranged by contacting Kat: kat@adancersdream.net.

Dance Dayz (1/2 day)
Entering Grades 1 –12, 9 am–2 pm. Cost: $575
Daily classes & workshops in a wide range of styles including: Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Acro, Hip Hop, Cultural, Modern, Folk, etc, etc, etc AND a daily choreography workshop (a fav among our alumni)! Weekdays 7/15–26 [Performance Teams: Each Dance Day completed counts as 3 hours toward your Summer Technique hour requirement]

Dance Dayz (full)
Entering Grades 1 –12, 9 am–4 pm. Cost: $725
A full day version of the above includes daily outdoor activities (weather permitting). Weekdays 7/15–26 [Performance Teams: Each Dance Day completed counts as 3 hours toward your Summer Technique hour requirement]

Teacher's Apprentice Program (S-TAP)
Entering Grades 9+, 9 am–4 pm. Cost: $575
Apprentices take all classes/workshops along with their age/level appropriate dancemates. While assisting teachers and directors, S-TAPers learn class management skills and techniques. Limited spaces available. Written essay applications must be remitted by May 15, 2019. Weekdays 7/15–26

DROP-INS WELCOME! Dance Dayz Technique Classes
We welcome Drop-In dancers to join us for any of our Dance Dayz technique classes. Have fun, Learn a ton! Check back shortly = Our full Summer Class Schedule and Rate Sheet will be posted here!

PERSONALIZED PLAN (to be completed by August 31st)

Performance Teamers: We are happy to work with your Summer availability to ensure you are able to meet your required Team Summer Dance hours. While available to you, at $80/hr, Private Lessons are definitely not the most cost effective way to meet that goal. We strongly advise you to work out your summer schedule to ensure your dancer can attend our Dance Dayz program outlined above. If that is not possible, Private & Semi-Private Lessons may be arranged via written request. Please be sure to carefully review our Team Requirements Page for full details and expectations. [Private class hours count one-for-one toward your Summer Technique hour requirement]

Entering Grades 2–12, Schedule to be determined.

DEPOSIT and dancer's Summer Availability Form due May 1, 2019: $575

Click HERE for Personalized Plan Information and Request Form
CLICK HERE for Summer 2019 Team Requirements