Dance & Theatre
DANCE
The Dance curriculum at West Ridge Center
provides students of all ages with a high-
quality and enjoyable dance education. The
program is centered on a fun and nurturing
environment that allows students to grow and advance at
their own pace. Introductory classes focus on movement
and coordination. Class levels progress to a more disciplined
routine of stretching and proper techniques while promoting
self-confidence.
Our professional dance instructors have trained with world
renowned dancers such as: Merce Cunningham, Randy Duncan,
Jose Limon, and more! View our instructors’ full biographies on
our dance page at pdhp.org
For more information on dance programs call 847.831.3810
Attire
Ballet and Contemporary Classes:
Girls wear pastel pink leotards (without skirt or tutu), pink tights
and pink ballet shoes.
Boys wear black pants, white or black shirt and black ballet shoes.
Tap:
Girls wear pastel pink leotards (without skirt or tutu), pink tights
and black tap shoes.
Boys wear black pants, white or black shirt and black tap shoes.
Hip-Hop, Poms, Performance, and Adult Dance:
Comfortable clothes (no jeans) and clean-soled shoes.
No street shoes.
Jazz and Jazz II:
Black pants (no bare knees), black leotard and black jazz shoes.
No Class
Jul 1-4
Dance of the Ballets | Ages 2-4
Twirl your way into favorite ballets and stories! Each week
we’ll learn about a new ballet, play with costume pieces, and
learn basic ballet technique and etiquette that makes the story
come to life! Your little ballerinas use creativity as they imagine
themselves dancing in Swan Lake, Cinderella, the Nutcracker
and more! No dance experience necessary.
Instructor: Margo Proeh. Min/Max 4/12. 9 weeks. No class Jul 1.
Jun 24-Aug 26
3420210-A Sa 9:15-10:05am $144/164
Pre-Ballet I | Ages 3-5
Students develop a foundation of basic classical ballet
vocabulary and movements, in a ballet class setting. Fun
activities build coordination, discipline, and muscle control.
Instructor: Margo Proeh. Min/Max 4/10. 9 weeks. No class Jul 1.
Jun 24-Aug 26
3420201-A
Sa
11-11:45am
$144/164
Ballet I | Ages 4-7
This is a beginner level class that introduces students to the
structure and sequence of a traditional ballet class. Students
will learn basic ballet principles such as ballet terminology,
body positions, and common movement phrases.
Instructor: Tara Drazner. Min/Max 4/10. 8 weeks. No class Jul 3.
8 weeks
Jun 26-Aug 21
3420100-A
M
5-5:45pm
$96/116
Jazz I | Ages 6-10
Jazz dance is based on rhythm and ballet used in musical
theater, commercial, and entertainment. It’s an American dance
form, which evolves and changes with the latest popular styles.
Students work on placement and technique while learning
modern and contemporary jazz styles. Classes consist of warm-
ups, floor progressions and center combinations. Little or no
previous dance experience necessary.
Instructor: Tara Drazner. Min/Max 4/10. 8 weeks. No class Jul 3.
Jun 26-Aug 21
3420103-A
M
4-4:45pm
$96/116
Hip Hop | Ages 6-13
High energy beats and moves will get you jumping! Learn
the latest moves with focuses on body isolation, attitude,
coordination, freestyle movement, and break dance technique.
Boys and girls will fell the rhythm and get into the groove!
Helps improve dance skills as well as promote athleticism. No
dance experience required. Min/Max 6/15. 8 weeks. No class Jul 4.
Jun 27-Aug 22
Youth | Ages 6-10
3420104-A
Tu
5:30-6:30pm
$128/148
Teen| Ages 11-14
3420104-B
Tu
6:40-7:40pm
$128/148
Fancy Feet | Ages 3-5
Focuses on music and movement, while teaching the basics of
ballet. Learn basic elements of classical ballet like posture and
positions while improving rhythm skills, coordination, and self-
expression. Creative, games, stories, and imaginative exercises.
Instructor: Margo Proeh. Min/Max 4/12. 9 weeks. No class Jul 1.
Jun 24-Aug 26
3420203-A Sa 10:10-10:55am $144/164
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