The YMCA of Norwalk School of Dance is committed to providing high-quality dance training in a fun and comfortable environment.                                     

Spring 2011 ( AH11S)-  January 27, 2011 – June 04, 2011

SESSION RATES:
*45 min lesson- $225member/$260 non-member
*60 min lesson - $240 member/$280 non-member

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:  *Schedule Subject to Change

For Additional information on any of the classes click here to find how to contact the Dance coordinator

DANCE:

Dancing with Mommy/Caregiver (Ages 2-3)

This is a fun class filled with activities that focus on developing children’s motor skills, balance and musicality. Rhythmic movements, songs, obstacles courses, scarves, musical instruments and drawing are used to keep children engaged and interested. Children work along their parent/caregiver throughout the class.

Required attire:  comfortable clothes  - NO SHOES, class is done on bare foot

Creative Ballet I (Ages 3-4)

The children are taught the concepts of basic ballet movements and will learn how to move graciously; creative thinking and personal expression will be noted and developed along with musicality and rhythm. Children will gradually learn to use various tools required to achieve personal goals as well as how to interact and respect each other.

Required attire: Pink leotard, ballet slippers, hair up in a bun

Creative Ballet II (Ages 5-6)
 
The children are taught the concepts of beginner’s ballet technique; creative thinking and personal expression are developed and reinforced along with the understanding of music and rhythm. At this level it is introduced ballet vocabulary and the history of ballet. Children gradually learn to use various tools required to achieve personal goals, as well as how to interact and respect each other.

Required attire: Pink leotard, ballet slippers, hair up in a bun

Pre-Ballet (Ages 7-9)

This class is for 7-8 years old students that are interested in learning classical ballet. It introduces children to ballet combinations and its vocabulary and terminology. Lessons aim to teach children to focus on given movements, to quickly respond to rhythm and to identify musical patterns in a group and individually. Young aspiring dancers will also be able to enjoy free creative movement and dance to various rhythms.

Required attire: Pink leotard, ballet slippers, hair up in a bun

NO FRILLS- TEEN BALLET (Age 10-18)

This class is for students that like to learn ballet but do not plan on becoming dancers. The emphasis in the class is on enjoyment of movement , increasing flexibility and muscle tone and on building an appreciation of dance.

Required attire: Black leotard, ballet slippers, hair up or  in a bun or pony-tail.

Hip-Hop Youth - Youth- (Ages 6 and up)

“Hip-hop is a popular dance style that emerged in the streets. There are many used terminologies that describe street dances like: hip hop, breakdance, funky, urban dance, street dance, fusion). It is important to note that different teachers have different styles and create different choreographies; Every hip-hop dancer has its own personal style (freestyle), and that stands for teachers”.

Each lesson begins with a warm up followed by learning a new combination.

Required attire:  Comfortable dancing clothes and sneakers

MUSIC:
We are happy to be able to offer Music lessons as a enrichment program. Music is one of the best choices one can make for a growing child. Music accelerates growth and achievement over the whole spectrum of her development.

Students become familiar with many genres of music and how to develop their own musical ear. Children learn with musical instruments and how to use body movements to learn vocal, rhythm and performing skills. Classes are taught in a creative, supportive and fun environment.

Music & Me (Ages 4-6)

VISUAL ARTS:
This class focuses on how to improve drawing skills by using various mediums and images as examples. Students will learn how to use color along with tridimensional forms and shapes and will incorporate their work along the lesson time. We encourage a class discussion at the end of each lesson.
*All art materials provided

Young Artist (Ages 5-10)

Adult Artist- THE MIX MEDIA & PLUS – Open to all levels 

For Additional information on classes, please email Cynthia Izoldi at cynthia@norwalkymca.org or call (203) 866-4425 x306.