Dance
Dance Classes
Norfolk Parks & Recreation offers a variety of dance classes for all age groups. If you are new to dance or want to continue developing your skills, there’s a class for you. As a Norfolk Recreation member, you save up to $15 per class. Join today at any recreation or aquatics facility. Non-member rates are available.
Some of our most popular classes include but are not limited to:
YOUTH BEGINNING BALLET
Ages 7-12 ● Barre work, basic ballet skills, attention to posture, stretching. An introductory class is recommended for any students new to ballet and for returning students with less than two years of ballet experience.
YOUTH INTERMEDIATE BALLET
Ages 9-14 ● Dancers will expand vocabulary, refine port de bras, and build strength and flexibility. Recommended for students with at least two years of ballet experience.
YOUTH ADVANCED BALLET
Ages 11 & Up ● Emphasizes advanced barre and center work. Recommended for students with at least four years of ballet experience.
PRE-POINTE
Ages 9 & Up ● Students will learn and practice foot and ankle strengthening exercises, barre work with emphasis on correct foot and body alignment, and center work. Pre-Pointe students must be concurrently enrolled in Youth Intermediate Ballet or higher.
ADULT BEGINNING BALLET
Ages 13 & Up ● Barre work, basic ballet skills, attention to posture, stretching. An introductory class is recommended for any students new to ballet and for returning students interested in skill building.
ADULT INTERMEDIATE BALLET
Ages 15 & Up ● Dancers will expand vocabulary, refine port de bras, build strength and flexibility. Recommended for students with at least two years of ballet experience.
DANCE WITH ME
Ages 2-3 ● Exploring movement through creative play. Each registered child student should bring a participating adult.
CREATIVE DANCE
Ages 4-6 ● Introduces dance fundamentals in a fun and creative environment. Improves listening skills, develops coordination and social skills.
YOUTH HIP HOP
Ages 7-12 ● Enjoy learning the basic skills and tricks of the Hip Hop culture. Class will draw on a variety of styles from old school to new school.
ADULT HIP HOP
Ages 15-99 ● Have fun mixing it up to today’s hottest jams. Enjoy a fun-filled, high-energy class packed with the latest dance moves. Whether you are destined for the stage or just looking for a great workout, this class is for you!
YOUTH BEGINNING JAZZ
Ages 7-12 ● Have fun learning the free and energetic techniques of jazz dance. Class includes basic styles and patterns.
YOUTH INTERMEDIATE JAZZ
Ages 9-14 ● Dancers will expand their jazz vocabulary, work on more complicated isolations, build strength and flexibility. Class will incorporate lyrical dance, a highly expressive combination of ballet, jazz, acrobatics, and modern dance. Recommended for students with at least two years of dance experience.
ADULT BEGINNING JAZZ
Ages 13 & Up ● Have fun learning the free and energetic techniques of jazz dance. Class includes basic styles and patterns.
YOUTH BEGINNING TAP
Ages 7-12 ● Learn the basic sounds and rhythms of tap dance. An introductory class recommended for any students new to tap and for returning students with less than two years of tap experience.
YOUTH INTERMEDIATE TAP
Ages 9-14 ● Continue building tap vocabulary, accuracy, and speed. Students should have at least two years tap experience and be comfortable performing time steps.
ADULT BEGINNING TAP
Ages 13 & Up ● Learn the basic sounds and rhythms of tap dance. An introductory class recommended for any students new to tap and for returning students with less than two years of tap experience.
ADULT INTERMEDIATE TAP
Ages 15 & Up ● Continue building tap vocabulary, accuracy, and speed. Students should have at least two years tap experience and be comfortable performing time steps.
ADULT TAP CLUB
Ages 15 & Up ● Learn fun tap routines and have the option to take part in community outreach performances. Previous tap experience is required.
ADULT MODERN DANCE
Ages 13 & Up ● An abstract dance form consisting of a rich tapestry of form, breath, shape, and texture.
YOUNG DANCER WORKSHOPS
Ages 7-12 ● Four days of intensive and fun dance exploration. Broadway” focuses on musical theater dance. “Ballet Classics” will incorporate classwork as well as variations. Students should bring a snack to class each day. Thursday will include a short presentation. Prior dance experience is not required, but students should come prepared to have fun and learn!