Sec123 - Fox Valley Park District

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Dance
Get into the groove! Dance classes offered at Prisco, Eola
or Vaughan Centers.
Recreation Supervisor: Bobbi Steele
Dance Coordinator: Katie Porcelius
A-Factor Dance Company
Participants of Steppin’ Out Dance Studio may audition to be a part of
the A-Factor Dance Company. Dancers accepted into the A-Factor Dance
Company are taught proper technique, body placement and flexibility
exercises, and may be trained to compete in dance competitions or
perform at events in the area. Additionally, dancers participate in two
showcases biannually: Winter Showcase and Summer Dance Concert.
A-Factor Dance Company Auditions
Dancers interested in the Fox Valley Park District’s A-Factor Dance Company may audition
on May 22. Requirements include: being at least 7 years old by Sept. 1; attending
auditions; having at least one year of ballet background and being a student of the Fox
Valley Park District Steppin’ Out Dance Studio. Previous jazz and tap experience is highly
recommended. Those accepted into the Dance Company are taught proper technique,
body placement and flexibility exercises. Some dancers will be trained to compete in
dance competitions or to perform at events in the area. Additional technique classes will
be required throughout the year at an additional cost. (BSP)
Age
Location
Fee
7Y and up
Prisco Community Center
Level I: $195(R) / $240(N)
Level II: $210(R) / $255(N)
Level III: $225(R)/ $270(N)
Level IV: $240(R)/ $285(N)
Barcode
Day Date
Time
82533
F
5:30 to 9 p.m.
May 29
A-Factor Dance Company Summer Dance Concert Combo Class
This class combines ballet and jazz dance technique. Participants will learn proper dance
technique and perform in the A-Factor Dance Company Summer Dance Concert: Once
Upon A Time Aug. 7 to 8 at the Prisco Community Center. Required dress rehearsals are
Aug. 3 to 6. Costumes may need to be purchased by participants and/or a small costume
fee may be required. (BSP)
Age
Location
Fee
5Y to 6Y
Eola Community Center
$75(R) / $100(N)
Barcode
Day
Date
Time
Age
81131
Th
June 11 to July 30
4:15 to 5 p.m.
5Y to 6Y
81132
Th
June 11 to July 30
5 to 5:45 p.m.
7Y to 12Y
106 • Resident Registration begins May 9 | Non-resident Registration begins May 18
Dance
Steppin’ Out Dance Studio
The Fox Valley Park District’s Steppin’ Out Dance Studio provides
skill-building techniques through a variety of dance forms. All
classes are taught in a pleasant atmosphere that enhances the
learning experience. The joy of movement is complemented by the
development of poise and self-confidence, two important traits
that extend to all parts of a dancer’s life. The goal is to provide
every student with a solid dance foundation while leaving room for
individual creativity and fun! The next session of Steppin’ Out Dance
Studio begins in June. See page 109 for more information.
Theatre Performance
Opportunities
Enjoy more dance opportunities with the performing arts drama
classes! Some of the best dance numbers come from musicals
and shows that are geared towards dancers. Dancers have a flair
for the dramatic, and dance numbers are always an exciting,
beloved part of any show. Check out theatre performances on
this page, and drama programs starting on page 115.
For Youth
Fairytale Ballet
Music, costumes and dance props encourage ‘princes’ and ‘princesses’
to use their imagination as they learn basic ballet steps through the
magic of fairytales. Girls should wear a leotard, tights and pink ballet
shoes. Skirts or tutus also may be worn. Boys should wear a t-shirt, shorts and
black ballet shoes. No class July 4. (BSP)
Age
Location
Fee
30M to 3Y
Eola Community Center
$29(R) / $44(N)
Barcode
Day
Date
Time
80378
Sa
June 6 to July 18
12:15 to 12:45 p.m.
80375
M
June 8 to July 13
4:30 to 5 p.m.
80374
Tu
June 9 to July 14
9 to 9:30 a.m.
80376
W
June 10 to July 15
11:15 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
80377
Th
June 11 to July 16
11:15 to 11:45 a.m.
Age
Location
Fee
30M to 3Y
Prisco Community Center
$29(R) / $44(N)
Barcode
Day
Date
Time
80373
Sa
June 6 to July 18
12:15 to 12:45 p.m.
Age
Location
Fee
30M to 3Y
Vaughan Athletic Center
$29(R) / $44(N)
Barcode
Day
Date
Time
80372
F
June 12 to July 17
4 to 4:30 p.m.
Lil’ Jammers
This class is designed for children with lots of energy who
dance every time they hear music. Children will be introduced
to creative dance movements to hip children’s tunes. (BSP)
Age
Location
Fee
3Y to 4Y
Eola Community Center
$39(R) / $59(N)
Barcode
Day
Date
Time
80511
Tu
June 9 to July 28
11 to 11:30 a.m.
Tappin’ Tots
Toe, heel, step, step . . . similar to Tiny Tappers, this class
teaches three-year-olds their first tap steps, improving their
coordination and rhythm. (BSP)
Age
Location
Fee
3Y to 4Y
Eola Community Center
$39(R) / $59 (N)
Barcode
Day
Date
Time
80510
Tu
June 9 to July 28
10:30 to 11 a.m.
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Hip-Hop Dance (Gymnastics)
Dance Intensive Workshop
Participants learn to express themselves through music and dance
using the dynamic style of hip-hop. Focus will be placed on hip-hop
technique and style as well as building choreography blocks. No
previous dance experience necessary; each movement will be taught step-by-step.
Students will perform a dance for parents on the last day. (KB)
Attend this one or two day dance intensive workshop to try new dance styles or
brush up on old skills. The styles being taught are hip-hop, African and musical
theatre. This is also a great way to prepare for A-Factor Dance Company auditions
on May 29. Parents are invited to attend a showcase at the end of the class. (BSP)
Age
Location
Fee
Location
Fee
7Y and up
Prisco Community Center
$39(R) / $59(N)
Eola Community Center
$77(R) / $115(N)
Barcode
Time
Day Date
Barcode
Day Date
Time
Age
82577
W
May 27
5:30 to 9 p.m.
82578
Th
May 28
5:30 to 9 p.m.
81921
Tu
June 16 to Aug. 11
4:45 to 5:30 p.m.
6Y to 9Y
81922
Tu
June 16 to Aug. 11
5:35 to 6:20 p.m.
4Y to 5Y
81923
Tu
June 16 to Aug. 11
6:30 to 7:15 p.m.
6Y to 9Y
81924
Tu
June 16 to Aug. 11
7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
10Y to 15Y
Just Dance
In this mobile dance program, children experience ballet, jazz ballet, creative
movement and hip-hop. Ballet is the foundation for all forms of dance. The goal
of this class is to provide children with positive dance experiences they can carry
throughout their lives. Ballet shoes are required for everyone; tutus are required
for girls. Instructed by Tumblebear Gymnastics. No class on July 23. (LB)
For Adults
Adult Contemporary Dance
Students in contemporary dance will work on core strength, alignment
and conditioning. Movement will be from the inside out. No previous
experience required. Please wear comfortable clothing. (BSP)
Age
Location
Fee
Age
3Y to 5Y
Vaughan Athletic Center
$56(R) / $84(N)
18Y and up Vaughan Athletic Center
Barcode
Day Date
Time
81770
Th
July 9 to Aug. 20
12:30 to 1:05 p.m.
81771
Th
Aug. 27 to Oct. 1
12:30 to 1:05 p.m.
The focus in this class is on the technique for great leaps and turns. Dancers can
expect to increase current skills as well as learn new and exciting ways to soar,
jump, twist and turn. This class is for dancers age 8 and older and in Ballet Level
I or higher. (BSP)
8Y and up
Location
Eola Community Center
Fee
$45(R) / $68(N)
Barcode
Day Date
Time
80514
F
7:30 to 8:15 p.m.
June 12 to July 31
African Dance
Leaps & Turns
Age
Location
This class combines African movements, music and culture. Dancers are
allowed to explore their own creativity as they listen to African music
and learn about the cultures from which the dances originate. Dancers
should wear comfortable clothes and bare feet in the studio. (BSP)
Fee
Age
$65(R) / $89(N)
12Y and up Prisco Community Center
Location
Fee
$45(R) / $68(N)
Barcode
Day Date
Time
Barcode
Day Date
Time
80513
Tu
6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
80515
F
7:15 to 8 p.m.
June 9 to July 28
June 12 to July 31
Choreography Workshop
R & B Soul Line Dance
This workshop teaches different techniques for creating dances.
Participants should bring a song or idea they wish to develop to the
first session. Parents and friends are invited to the last class for a
performance featuring the created works. Level I is for dancers currently enrolled
in Ballet III or higher. Level II is a continuation of the beginning level, and
students must have permission from the instructor before enrolling. (BSP)
In this fun, exciting and one-of-a-kind class, participants learn the hottest new
line dances sweeping the Chicagoland area with step-by-step instructions for
each dance from instructor Belynda Head. This class is great for all levels of line
dancers, including beginners who don’t want to be left sitting in their seats at the
next party they attend. No class July 3. (BSP)
Location
Fee
Prisco Community Center
$65(R) / $98(N)
Barcode
Time
Day Date
Age
Location
16Y and up Eola Community Center
Age
80516
W
June 10 to July 29
8 to 9 p.m.
11Y and up
80517
W
June 10 to July 29
8 to 9 p.m.
12Y and up
Fee
$40(R) / $60(N)
Barcode
Day Date
Time
82575
F
6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
June 12 to July 17
108 • Resident Registration begins May 9 | Non-resident Registration begins May 18
Dance
Instructor information is available at
foxvalleyparkdistrict.org
Steppin’ Out Dance Studio
Recreation Supervisor: Bobbi Steele
Dance Coordinator: Katie Porcelius
VISITING DAYS
Parents are invited to attend class on Visiting Days only.
Visiting day is the last day of class.
AGE REQUIREMENTS
A dancer’s age is computed as of June 6, 2015.
SCHOLARSHIPS
All Steppin’ Out Dance Studio classes qualify for
scholarships. Residents who qualify receive up to $40 per
program season. See page 166 for more information.
PRIVATE LESSONS
Private lessons are available in ballet, tap and jazz. Fee is $30 for
each 45-minute session for four-week sessions. Days and times are
subject to instructor availability. To schedule a private lesson, call
Prisco Community Center at 630-859-8606.
SUMMER SESSION 2014 INFORMATION
Summer Session Fees
30-minute classes: $39(R) / $59(N)
45-minute classes: $45(R) / $68(N)
One-hour classes: $65(R) / $98(N)
Summer Session Dates
Prisco Community Center: June 6 to Aug. 1
Eola Community Center: June 6 to Aug. 1
No class July 4.
INSTRUCTORS
Jamie Alexander, Christa Boguslaw, Kori Cline, Lauren Desmedt,
Katie Fenton, Emily Greenwald, Winston Griffin, Vantenia Kelley,
Annie McWilliams, Megan O’Neill, Tanya Osika, Katie Porcelius,
Charlyn Scott, Katie White, Helen Zoerhof
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TUTU TODDLERS: This class is
designed for the 3-year-old who loves
music and wants to dance. Participants
will concentrate on creative movement
using large-motor skills choreographed
to all their favorite songs. No dancers
in diapers.
BUDDING BALLERINAS:
Four- and 5-year-olds will learn ballet
fundamentals in this class, which is
similar to Tutu Toddlers.
TINY TAPPERS: Toe, heel, step, step.
Four- and 5-year-olds will learn their
first tap steps in this class. Children will
improve their coordination and rhythm
as they learn first tap steps.
BASIC LEVELS: Students will learn
basic dance terminology and technique.
All classes include dance combinations
designed especially for this level. No
previous dance experience is necessary.
Dancers must be at least 5 years old.
BEGINNING LEVELS: The class
structure includes isolation and
flexibility warm-ups for Jazz; barre and
centre work for Ballet and Tap. Students
will build on the terminology and
technique learned in the Basic Level.
Dancers must have completed the Basic
Level to the satisfaction of the instructor
and have permission to enroll.
LEVELS I – VI: These levels build
on skills learned in the previous level.
Students will clarify technique to
become stronger dancers. Each level will
introduce more complicated technique
and combination work. As students
advance, a more disciplined atmosphere
is enforced and highly technical steps
will be performed. Dancers must have
completed the previous level to the
satisfaction of the instructor and have
permission to enroll.
PRE- AND BEGINNING POINTE:
Dancers who are enrolled in Ballet Level
II may register for Pre-Pointe. Dancers
enrolled in Ballet III or higher may
register for Beginning Pointe. Dancers
will not start out in pointe shoes. Dancers
will work on strengthening their bodies
and correct technique.
POINTE I and POINTE II: Dancers
who are enrolled in Ballet Levels IV–VI
and have completed Beginning Pointe
to the satisfaction of the instructor and
supervisor may register for Pointe I.
Dancers who have completed Pointe
I to the satisfaction of the instructor
may enroll in Pointe II. Pointe shoes are
required for both classes.
Eola Community Center
Class
Barcode
Day
Time
Tutu Toddlers
81141
M
5 to 5:30 p.m.
Tutu Toddlers
81145
Tu
10 to 10:30 a.m.
Tutu Toddlers
81147
W
10 to 10:30 a.m.
Tutu Toddlers
81150
Th
10:15 to 10:45 a.m.
Tutu Toddlers
81136
Th
3:15 to 3:45 p.m.
Tutu Toddlers
81149
Sa
9 to 9:30 a.m.
Budding Ballerinas
81158
M
5:30 to 6 p.m.
Budding Ballerinas
81159
Tu
9:30 to 10 a.m.
Budding Ballerinas
81160
W
9:30 to 10 a.m.
Budding Ballerinas
81155
Th
10:45 to 11:15 a.m.
Budding Ballerinas
81156
Th
3:45 to 4:15 p.m.
Budding Ballerinas
81157
Sa
9:30 to 10 a.m.
Basic Ballet
81164
M
6 to 6:45 p.m.
Basic Ballet
81167
W
10:30 to 11:15 a.m.
Basic Ballet
81168
Th
9:30 to 10:15 a.m.
Basic Ballet
81165
Sa
10 to 10:45 a.m.
HIP HOP LEVEL I–II: Students will
learn a mixture of street moves and
jazz. Hip Hop Levels I to II dancers must
complete each level to the satisfaction
of the instructor and supervisor to
advance. Permission must be given to
enroll in Levels I to II.
Beginning Ballet
81177
F
4:30 to 5:15 p.m.
Beginning Ballet
81178
Sa
10:45 to 11:30 a.m.
Ballet I
81212
M
7:30 to 8:15 p.m.
Ballet I
81213
W
5 to 5:45 p.m.
Ballet II
81220
Th
4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Ballet III
81231
Th
6:15 to 7:15 p.m.
Pre Pointe*
81245
Th
5:30 to 6:15 p.m.
A-Factor Dance Company:
Members are selected through an
audition process held each May.
Participants must be at least 7 years
old, had at least one year experience
in the last year in ballet and registered
year-round in ballet and jazz classes.
Previous jazz and tap experience highly
recommended. Members are taught
proper technique, body placement
and flexibility exercises. The Dance
Company represents the Park District
in community shows and competitions.
See page 106 for more information.
Beginning Pointe**
81251
Th
7:15 to 8 p.m.
Pre Lyrical*
81265
W
4:15 to 5 p.m.
Lyrical I**
81267
W
4:15 to 5 p.m.
Modern I**
81274
Th
8 to 8:45 p.m.
MODERN: In this class, combinations
will be taught designed toward
introducing expressive dance rhythm
and a freer more natural form of dance.
Dancers must be enrolled in Ballet III
or higher.
LYRICAL I–III: A combination of
ballet and jazz will be taught in this
class designed toward lyric expression.
Choreography will develop expressive
dance rhythm. Dancers must be enrolled
in Ballet Level II or higher to attend.
Permission must be given to enroll in
Pre-Lyrical, Lyrical II or III.
*Must be enrolled in Ballet II, **Must be enrolled in Ballet III or higher
Tiny Tappers
81289
W
9 to 9:30 a.m.
Basic Tap
81292
Th
9 to 9:30 a.m.
Beginning Tap
81297
F
5:15 to 6 p.m.
Tap I
81303
W
5:45 to 6:30 p.m.
Tap II
81339
W
5:45 to 6:30 p.m.
Tap III
81341
W
5 to 5:45 p.m.
Basic Jazz
81343
M
6:45 to 7:30 p.m.
Beginning Jazz
81351
F
6 to 6:45 p.m.
Beginning Jazz
81353
Sa
11:30 to 12:15 p.m.
Jazz I
81355
W
6:30 to 7:15 p.m.
Jazz II
81365
W
7:30 to 8:15 p.m.
Jazz III
81370
W
6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Basic Hip Hop
81373
Tu
4:30 to 5 p.m.
Beginning Hip Hop
81447
Tu
5 to 5:45 p.m.
Hip Hop I
81450
Tu
5:45 to 6:30 p.m.
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Dance
Prisco Community Center
Class
Barcode
Day
Time
Tutu Toddlers
88139
Sa
9 to 9:30 a.m.
Budding Ballerinas
81151
Sa
9:30 to 10 a.m.
Beginning Ballet
81174
Th
4:15 to 5 p.m.
Beginning Ballet
81175
Sa
10 to 10:45 a.m.
Ballet I
81216
W
4:30 to 5:15 p.m.
Ballet I
81217
Th
5:45 to 6:30 p.m.
Ballet II
81221
W
4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Ballet III
81232
W
6:15 to 7:15 p.m.
Ballet IV
81234
W
6:15 to 7:15 p.m.
Ballet IV
81235
Th
7:15 to 8:15 p.m.
Pre Pointe*
81243
W
5:30 to 6:15 p.m.
Beginning Pointe**
81252
W
7:15 to 8 p.m.
Pointe I**
81259
W
7:15 to 8 p.m.
Pointe I**
81260
Th
8:15 to 9 p.m.
Pre-Lyrical*
81266
Tu
5:30 to 6:15 p.m.
Lyrical I**
81268
Tu
5:30 to 6:15 p.m.
Lyrical II**
81271
W
5:15 to 6:15 p.m.
Modern I**
81275
Tu
7 to 7:45 p.m.
Modern II**
81280
Th
6:15 to 7:15 p.m.
*Must be enrolled in Ballet II, **Must be enrolled in Ballet III or higher
Beginning Tap
81299
Sa
11:30 to 12:15 p.m.
Tap I
81304
Th
6:30 to 7:15 p.m.
Tap II
81308
Tu
7 to 7:45 p.m.
Tap III
81340
Tu
7:45 to 8:30 p.m.
Tap IV/V
81342
Tu
6:15 to 7 p.m.
Beginning Jazz
81354
Th
5 to 5:45 p.m.
Beginning Jazz
81350
Sa
10:45 to 11:30 a.m.
Jazz I
81358
Th
7:15 to 8 p.m.
Jazz II
81366
Tu
6:15 to 7 p.m.
Jazz III
81368
Tu
4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Jazz IV/V
81372
Tu
4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Basic Hip Hop
81374
F
4:30 to 5 p.m.
Beginning Hip Hop
81449
F
5 to 5:45 p.m.
Hip Hop I
81451
F
5:45 to 6:30 p.m.
Hip Hop II
81453
F
6:30 to 7:15 p.m.
Vaughan Athletic Center
Class
Barcode
Day
Time
Tutu Toddlers
81140
F
4:30 to 5 p.m.
Budding Ballerinas
81152
F
5 to 5:30 p.m.
Basic Ballet
81170
F
5:30 to 6:15 p.m.
Basic Jazz
81345
F
6:45 to 7:30 p.m.
Basic Tap
81294
F
6:15 to 6:45 p.m.
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