YMCA Dance
Enjoy dance classes for all ages and abilities where every dancer can thrive, build confidence, and have fun!
Move, groove, and shine with these Y Dance classes!
Superstars (Ages 5+)
Superstars
Superstars Dance Class was created for children, adolescents, and adults with special needs.
This fun and energetic 45 minute class consists of basic movement skills, rhythm exercises, and creative and interpretive movement using music and props. This dance class benefits dancers by enhancing his/her social skills, focus, listening skills, body awareness, and proprioception.
The class is for ages 5 and older. The class size will be limited to 12 dancers per class. Proper dance apparel is required. A short combination will be taught for optional dance opportunities.
Please be aware when considering if this program is a good fit for your dancer that the dance studio environment will be one with occasional loud noises, bright colors, and a variety of stimuli.
Superstars Dance Class was created for children, adolescents, and adults with special needs.
This fun and energetic 45 minute class consists of basic movement skills, rhythm exercises, and creative and interpretive movement using music and props. This dance class benefits dancers by enhancing his/her social skills, focus, listening skills, body awareness, and proprioception.
The class is for ages 5 and older. The class size will be limited to 12 dancers per class. Proper dance apparel is required. A short combination will be taught for optional dance opportunities.
Please be aware when considering if this program is a good fit for your dancer that the dance studio environment will be one with occasional loud noises, bright colors, and a variety of stimuli.
Grownup and Me (Ages 18 months to 3)
Grownup and Me
Our 30 minute Grownup and Me class is a fun, upbeat class where a young child and parent, grandparent, relative, or other special caregiver engage in a variety of music and movement activities together.
The curriculum is structured to encourage locomotor and non-locomotor movement, coordination, and creative/interpretive movement.
A Grownup and Me class provides special bonding time with your child and allows you to meet other families in your area.
Dress Policy: • Comfortable active wear for both grownup and child • Barefoot or tennis shoes • Hair securely pulled back out of face
Our 30 minute Grownup and Me class is a fun, upbeat class where a young child and parent, grandparent, relative, or other special caregiver engage in a variety of music and movement activities together.
The curriculum is structured to encourage locomotor and non-locomotor movement, coordination, and creative/interpretive movement.
A Grownup and Me class provides special bonding time with your child and allows you to meet other families in your area.
Dress Policy: • Comfortable active wear for both grownup and child • Barefoot or tennis shoes • Hair securely pulled back out of face
Pre-Fusion (Age 3)
Pre-Fusion
Our 45 minute Pre-Fusion Class for 3 year olds is designed to prepare students to learn as 4 year olds.
The curriculum is structured to encourage locomotor and non-locomotor movement, body awareness, coordination, creative/interpretive movement, and listening skills.
These goals will be achieved through stories, songs, minimal props, and repetition at a comfortable pace. A short combination will be taught for optional dance opportunities.
Dress Policy: • A leotard/skirt combination that comes attached (can be found at Target or Wal-Mart) • Form-fitting tank for boys. (no athletic T’s) and comfortable active wear shorts for boys • Ballet shoes with elastic over the top (may be purchased at Target, Walmart, or Amazon) • Hair securely pulled back out of face
Our 45 minute Pre-Fusion Class for 3 year olds is designed to prepare students to learn as 4 year olds.
The curriculum is structured to encourage locomotor and non-locomotor movement, body awareness, coordination, creative/interpretive movement, and listening skills.
These goals will be achieved through stories, songs, minimal props, and repetition at a comfortable pace. A short combination will be taught for optional dance opportunities.
Dress Policy: • A leotard/skirt combination that comes attached (can be found at Target or Wal-Mart) • Form-fitting tank for boys. (no athletic T’s) and comfortable active wear shorts for boys • Ballet shoes with elastic over the top (may be purchased at Target, Walmart, or Amazon) • Hair securely pulled back out of face
Fusion Pre-K (Ages 4 to Kindergarten)
Fusion Pre-Kindergarten
Our one hour Pre-K Classes teach movement and motor skills, basic ballet technique, rhythm and coordination skills, and creative movement.
Age-appropriate music and props are utilized to make these delightfully fun classes. A short combination will be taught for optional dance opportunities.
Dress Policy: • A leotard/skirt combination that comes attached (can be found at Target or Wal-Mart) • Form-fitting tank for boys. (no athletic T’s) and comfortable active wear shorts for boys • Ballet shoes with elastic over the top (may be purchased at Target, Walmart, or Amazon) • Hair securely pulled back out of face
Our one hour Pre-K Classes teach movement and motor skills, basic ballet technique, rhythm and coordination skills, and creative movement.
Age-appropriate music and props are utilized to make these delightfully fun classes. A short combination will be taught for optional dance opportunities.
Dress Policy: • A leotard/skirt combination that comes attached (can be found at Target or Wal-Mart) • Form-fitting tank for boys. (no athletic T’s) and comfortable active wear shorts for boys • Ballet shoes with elastic over the top (may be purchased at Target, Walmart, or Amazon) • Hair securely pulled back out of face
Fusion (Kindergarten to Adult)
Fusion
Our one hour Fusion Classes (ballet and jazz “fused” together) are the core of YMCA Dance and the recommendation if an overall experience is desired.
Within this class, fundamentals of ballet and jazz are learned. They are divided by Divisions and by Levels (1, 1+, 2, 3, 4). Levels are determined by YMCA Dance Teachers.
These classes focus on barre/ballet skills, center floor technique (leaps and turns), and A short combination will be taught for optional dance opportunities.
Dress Policy: • Form-fitting cami top for girls and form-fitting tank for boys. (no athletic T’s) • Black dance shorts or leggings for girls (shorts may be ordered through YMCA Dance) • Longer shorts for boys • Optional tights to match skin tone (may be ordered through YMCA Dance) • Canvas Twyla shoes (may be ordered through YMCA Dance) • Hair securely pulled back out of face
Our one hour Fusion Classes (ballet and jazz “fused” together) are the core of YMCA Dance and the recommendation if an overall experience is desired.
Within this class, fundamentals of ballet and jazz are learned. They are divided by Divisions and by Levels (1, 1+, 2, 3, 4). Levels are determined by YMCA Dance Teachers.
These classes focus on barre/ballet skills, center floor technique (leaps and turns), and A short combination will be taught for optional dance opportunities.
Dress Policy: • Form-fitting cami top for girls and form-fitting tank for boys. (no athletic T’s) • Black dance shorts or leggings for girls (shorts may be ordered through YMCA Dance) • Longer shorts for boys • Optional tights to match skin tone (may be ordered through YMCA Dance) • Canvas Twyla shoes (may be ordered through YMCA Dance) • Hair securely pulled back out of face
Ballet (Grades 1-12)
Grownup and Me
Our one hour Ballet classes are intended to enhance our core Fusion Classes.
Ballet is the foundation for many genres of dance (as well as leaps and turns) AND helps strengthen muscles, improves body control, teaches dancers fluidity of movement, and focuses on turn-out. Ballet provides the mental and body discipline as well as the muscle memory to create better dancers.
The class is comprised of barre, center floor technique training, and a short combination will be taught for optional dance opportunities. Our Ballet classes are separated by Levels only (1, 2, 3, 4, 5). They do not necessarily reflect the same level as Fusion or Leaps and Turns.
Dress Policy: • Form-fitting cami top for girls and form-fitting tank for boys. (no athletic T’s) • Black dance shorts or leggings for girls (shorts may be ordered through YMCA Dance) • Longer shorts for boys • Optional tights to match skin tone (may be ordered through YMCA Dance) • Canvas Twyla shoes (may be ordered through YMCA Dance) • Hair securely pulled back out of face
Our one hour Ballet classes are intended to enhance our core Fusion Classes.
Ballet is the foundation for many genres of dance (as well as leaps and turns) AND helps strengthen muscles, improves body control, teaches dancers fluidity of movement, and focuses on turn-out. Ballet provides the mental and body discipline as well as the muscle memory to create better dancers.
The class is comprised of barre, center floor technique training, and a short combination will be taught for optional dance opportunities. Our Ballet classes are separated by Levels only (1, 2, 3, 4, 5). They do not necessarily reflect the same level as Fusion or Leaps and Turns.
Dress Policy: • Form-fitting cami top for girls and form-fitting tank for boys. (no athletic T’s) • Black dance shorts or leggings for girls (shorts may be ordered through YMCA Dance) • Longer shorts for boys • Optional tights to match skin tone (may be ordered through YMCA Dance) • Canvas Twyla shoes (may be ordered through YMCA Dance) • Hair securely pulled back out of face
Leaps and Turns (Grades 3-12)
Leaps and Turns
*Enrollment in a Fusion OR Ballet class OR a pre-assessment with Mrs. Christiansen are required before enrolling in Leaps and Turns.
Our one hour Leaps and Turns classes are an enrichment of our core Fusion and Ballet Classes and are offered to dancers who want to focus and excel beyond a “recreational level.”
This is strictly a technique class to learn and improve leaps and turns; thus fusion or ballet is necessary to focus on the fundamentals of turn-out, core, lift, etc.
No routines will be taught. Our Leaps and Turns classes are separated by Divisions and Levels.
Dress Policy: • Form-fitting cami top for girls and form-fitting tank for boys. (no athletic T’s) • Black dance shorts or leggings for girls (shorts may be ordered through YMCA Dance) • Longer shorts for boys • Optional tights to match skin tone (may be ordered through YMCA Dance) • Canvas Twyla shoes (may be ordered through YMCA Dance) • Hair securely pulled back out of face
*Enrollment in a Fusion OR Ballet class OR a pre-assessment with Mrs. Christiansen are required before enrolling in Leaps and Turns.
Our one hour Leaps and Turns classes are an enrichment of our core Fusion and Ballet Classes and are offered to dancers who want to focus and excel beyond a “recreational level.”
This is strictly a technique class to learn and improve leaps and turns; thus fusion or ballet is necessary to focus on the fundamentals of turn-out, core, lift, etc.
No routines will be taught. Our Leaps and Turns classes are separated by Divisions and Levels.
Dress Policy: • Form-fitting cami top for girls and form-fitting tank for boys. (no athletic T’s) • Black dance shorts or leggings for girls (shorts may be ordered through YMCA Dance) • Longer shorts for boys • Optional tights to match skin tone (may be ordered through YMCA Dance) • Canvas Twyla shoes (may be ordered through YMCA Dance) • Hair securely pulled back out of face
Tap (Grades K-12 & Adult)
Tap
Our 45 minute Tap class focuses on tap technique and rhythm.
These classes are divided by Levels, while still keeping age and maturity in mind. Levels are determined by the YMCA Dance teacher.
A short combination will be taught for optional dance opportunities.
Dress Policy: • Form-fitting cami top for girls and form-fitting tank for boys. (no athletic T’s) • Black dance shorts or leggings for girls (shorts may be ordered through YMCA Dance) • Longer shorts for boys • Optional tights to match skin tone (may be ordered through YMCA Dance) • Canvas Twyla shoes (may be ordered through YMCA Dance) • Hair securely pulled back out of face • Tap shoes (may be purchased at http://www.discountdance.com)
Our 45 minute Tap class focuses on tap technique and rhythm.
These classes are divided by Levels, while still keeping age and maturity in mind. Levels are determined by the YMCA Dance teacher.
A short combination will be taught for optional dance opportunities.
Dress Policy: • Form-fitting cami top for girls and form-fitting tank for boys. (no athletic T’s) • Black dance shorts or leggings for girls (shorts may be ordered through YMCA Dance) • Longer shorts for boys • Optional tights to match skin tone (may be ordered through YMCA Dance) • Canvas Twyla shoes (may be ordered through YMCA Dance) • Hair securely pulled back out of face • Tap shoes (may be purchased at http://www.discountdance.com)
Hip Hop (Grades 1-12)
Hip Hop
Our one hour class focuses on hip hop choreography and various Hip Hop techniques. Students will be taught rhythm and how to apply it to their dancing. A short combination will be taught for optional dance opportunities. Hip Hop is divided by Divisions.
Dress Policy: • T-shirt or long-sleeved shirt • Any pants (IE sweats, nylon, baseball pants, etc.) • Any type of gym shoe (lightweight/low-topped recommended) • Hair securely pulled back out of face
Our one hour class focuses on hip hop choreography and various Hip Hop techniques. Students will be taught rhythm and how to apply it to their dancing. A short combination will be taught for optional dance opportunities. Hip Hop is divided by Divisions.
Dress Policy: • T-shirt or long-sleeved shirt • Any pants (IE sweats, nylon, baseball pants, etc.) • Any type of gym shoe (lightweight/low-topped recommended) • Hair securely pulled back out of face
Divisions & Levels
Dance divisions are determined by grade and levels are determined by ability. See each dance genre above for specific divisions.
Level 1
Level 1
For new and returning students. Objectives: to introduce body awareness, control, and turn out (fusion); development of age-appropriate technical skills; development of comprehension in instruction; development of memorization in learning combinations and routines.
For new and returning students. Objectives: to introduce body awareness, control, and turn out (fusion); development of age-appropriate technical skills; development of comprehension in instruction; development of memorization in learning combinations and routines.
Level 1+
Level 1+
For returning students who have advanced past Level 1, but are not quite ready for Level 2. For new and returning students. Objectives: to introduce body awareness, control, and turn out (fusion); development of age-appropriate technical skills; development of comprehension in instruction; development of memorization in learning combinations and routines.
For returning students who have advanced past Level 1, but are not quite ready for Level 2. For new and returning students. Objectives: to introduce body awareness, control, and turn out (fusion); development of age-appropriate technical skills; development of comprehension in instruction; development of memorization in learning combinations and routines.
Level 2
Level 2
For returning students by teacher recommendation. Objectives: understanding of body awareness, control, and turn out (fusion); mastery of Level 1, with additional age-appropriate, technical skills; efficient comprehension in instruction; efficient in memorization of combinations and routines; greater efficiency in memorization; and development of stage presence and presentation skills.
For returning students by teacher recommendation. Objectives: understanding of body awareness, control, and turn out (fusion); mastery of Level 1, with additional age-appropriate, technical skills; efficient comprehension in instruction; efficient in memorization of combinations and routines; greater efficiency in memorization; and development of stage presence and presentation skills.
Level 3
Level 3
For returning students by teacher invitation. Objectives: mastery of Level 1 and 2 skills; understanding and introduction to more difficult technical skills. Quick comprehension in instruction and in memorization of combinations and routines. Further development of stage presence and presentation skills.
For returning students by teacher invitation. Objectives: mastery of Level 1 and 2 skills; understanding and introduction to more difficult technical skills. Quick comprehension in instruction and in memorization of combinations and routines. Further development of stage presence and presentation skills.
Level 4-5
Level 4-5
For returning students by teacher invitations. Objectives: Mastery of all technical skills, comprehension, and stage presence. For Level 4 Fusion Dancers, Ballet and Leaps/Turns Classes are also required.
For returning students by teacher invitations. Objectives: Mastery of all technical skills, comprehension, and stage presence. For Level 4 Fusion Dancers, Ballet and Leaps/Turns Classes are also required.
Tuition, Discounts, and Payment Plans
Registration & Tuition
Registration & Tuition
Registration Fee - $25
1-Hour Classes (12 weeks) - $156
Registration Fee - $25
1-Hour Classes (12 weeks) - $156
• Fusion, Ballet, Leaps &Turns, Hip Hop
45 Minute Classes (12 weeks) - $120• Pre-Fusion, Tap, Superstars Dance
30 Minute Classes (Monthly) - $50• Grownup and Me
Discounts
Discounts
There is a 10% discount for dancers enrolled in more than one class and a $20 discount for multiple children living in the same household taking YMCA Dance.
There is a 10% discount for dancers enrolled in more than one class and a $20 discount for multiple children living in the same household taking YMCA Dance.
Payment Plans
Payment Plans
A payment plan has been put into place to allow families to participate in YMCA Dance without the financial strain it may cause to pay in full for all desired classes at once. For those who desire to take advantage of our payment plan, we require all payments after initial payment are required to be set up on autopay by debit or credit card. The auto pay will be processed on the 4 th of each month.
A payment plan has been put into place to allow families to participate in YMCA Dance without the financial strain it may cause to pay in full for all desired classes at once. For those who desire to take advantage of our payment plan, we require all payments after initial payment are required to be set up on autopay by debit or credit card. The auto pay will be processed on the 4 th of each month.
Cancellation/Refund Policy
Cancellation/Refund Policy
The YMCA reserves the right to cancel dance classes due to insufficient enrollment. You will be notified of a cancellation and receive a full refund or credit voucher, when applicable , of paid fees. Refunds will not be given for classes dropped by participant/guardian once spot is reserved. Any person on a payment plan will still be required to complete all payments.
The YMCA reserves the right to cancel dance classes due to insufficient enrollment. You will be notified of a cancellation and receive a full refund or credit voucher, when applicable , of paid fees. Refunds will not be given for classes dropped by participant/guardian once spot is reserved. Any person on a payment plan will still be required to complete all payments.
Scholarships
Scholarships
Need financial assistance for your dance enrollment fees? If you need financial assistance, our scholarship program can help. We have generous scholarships available. Email Mrs. Christiansen at hannah@lafayettefamilyymca.org to request a scholarship application or fill out scholarship application on our website at lafayettefamilyymca.org.
Need financial assistance for your dance enrollment fees? If you need financial assistance, our scholarship program can help. We have generous scholarships available. Email Mrs. Christiansen at hannah@lafayettefamilyymca.org to request a scholarship application or fill out scholarship application on our website at lafayettefamilyymca.org.