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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. 

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.    


 

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.  Students must be concurrently enrolled in Youth Intermediate Ballet or higher.  Instructor permission required; please contact the office for assistance.  

 

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.  

 

TINY TOT HIP HOP

Ages 4-6 ● Introduces the fundamentals of hip hop dance 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.  

LOCATION: LAKEWOOD DANCE AND MUSIC

4031901-01   Th             6/15-8/17       7:00-8:00                         $50/$75

 

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!   


TEEN POM-MAJORETTE-DANCELINE PREP

Ages 12-18 ● PMD Prep is a fast paced, high-energy class focused on the fundamentals of Pom, Majorette, and Danceline.  Get ready to rule the sidelines!  A great class for current or aspiring cheerleaders and dance team members, or anyone who loves to dance! 

 

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/LYRICAL

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.  Adult 

ADULT INTERMEDIATE JAZZ

Ages 15 & Up ● Dancers will expand vocabulary, work on more complicated isolations, build strength and flexibility.  Recommended for students with at least two years dance experience.


ADULT MUSICAL THEATER DANCE

Ages 13 & Up ● A jazz-based class filled with Broadway style dancing and music.  Emphasizes performance skills such as exploring character motivation and building a connection with the audience, and audition techniques.  P

 

DANCE CONDITIONING

Ages 13 & Up ● A class focused on building core strength, increasing flexibility, and improving balance.   Will include mat work.

 

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 Tap Club Workshop offered Summer 2023.  

 

ADULT MODERN DANCE

Ages 13 & Up ● An abstract dance form consisting of a rich tapestry of form, breath, shape, and texture.


TINY DANCER WORKSHOPS

Ages 4-6 ● Four days of dance exploration and activities for our tiny dancers centered on a fun theme.   Dance along with some of our favorite "Fairy Tales".   Explore the great stage classics as we go on "Ballet Adventures".  Students should bring a snack to class each day.   Thursday with include a short presentation.  


YOUNG DANCER WORKSHOPS

Ages 7-12 ● Four days of intensive and fun dance exploration.  Get moving this summer with the fast-paced, high-energy “Hip Hop”.   “Broadway” focuses on musical theater dance.  “Ballet Classics” introduces dancers to the great classical ballets.  “Dance Sampler” exposes students to a wide variety of styles including ballet, jazz, hip hop, and tap.  Students should bring a snack to class each day.  Thursday will include a short presentation.