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Youth Dance
The City of Palm Beach Gardens offers dance instruction for ages 2 years through 19 years old. Our classes include ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, and more and are taught by experienced dance instructors. Many dance students will participate in our annual dance recital at the Eissey Theatre in May. We also offer some recreation dance classes just for fun! During the summer months, recital classes are not offered; only recreational dance classes.
All classes take place at Burns Road Community Center, 4404 Burns Road.
Registration
- Recreational Classes: Registration for Recreational dance classes may be done online or in person. Please scroll down for a list of available classes
- Recital Classes: Registration for Recital dance classes is now closed. Please scroll down for more information on Recital classes.
SAVE THE DATE!
2019-20 FALL DANCE PROGRAM
NEW STUDENT OPEN HOUSE
For assistance choosing the correct class type and level for your child, please attend our Dance Open House. Dance instructors will be available to confirm your class selections before you register. Fall registration will begin mid-August and classes begin late August. Returning students will receive their class recommendations at the front desk when they register for fall classes. You may also contact Amy Stepper at astepper@pbgfl.com for class recommendations.
DAY DATE TIME
Sat August 24 11:00am-1:00pm
LOCATION: Burns Road Community Center
Additional Information:
RECREATIONAL DANCE CLASSES
Recreational dance classes are great for those who cannot make a 9-month commitment but still want to experience the joy of dance. Sign up and join these classes at any time. Recreation dance classes will be pro-rated. (If you are interested in Recital classes, please click on the tab next to Recreational Dance.
Jazz & Contemporary
Heat up summer with a combination of Jazz, Contemporary and Funk styles. Students will focus on developing strength, working on higher-level skills and cultivating their own sense of movement.
- Instructor: Lindsay Rybak-Alfrey
- Burns Road Community Center
| AGE | DAY | DATE | TIME | R/NR FEE | CODE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10-19 | Mon | June 3-24 | 5:30-6:25pm | $44/$55 | 221004-1A |
| 10-19 | Mon | July 8-29 | 5:30-6:25pm | $44/$55 | 221004-2A |
Leaps, Turns, Tricks & Flexibility
This class is for the advanced dancer looking to add to their skill set. Class will begin with strength building and progress to a focus on more difficult jumps and turns, as well as work on new flexibility and acrobatic inspired tricks. Take your dancing to the next level with this dynamic new class!
- Instructor: Lindsay Rybak-Alfrey
- Location: Burns Road Community Center
| AGE | DAY | DATE | TIME | R/NR FEE | CODE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10-19 | Mon | June 3-24 | 6:30-7:25pm | $44/$55 | 221002-1A |
| 10-19 | Mon | July 8-29 | 6:30-7:25pm | $44/$55 | 221002-2A |
Summer Elite Compete
This class is for new and returning Elite Compete members. Dancers will learn one new competition routine over the course of the summer.
- Instructor: Nicole Haag
- Location: Burns Road Community Center
- No class July 2.
| AGE | DAY | DATE | TIME | R/NR FEE | CODE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12-19 | Tue | June 4-July 30 | 7-7:55pm | $88/$110 | 221005-1A |
Hip Hop Basics
Learn various Hip Hop dance elements in a positive and encouraging class environment with assorted sets of original steps and combinations.
- Instructor: Maria Hernandez
- Location: Burns Road Community Center
| AGE | DAY | DATE | TIME | R/NR FEE | CODE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-9 | Thu | June 6-27 | 6-6:55pm | $44/$55 | 221001-1A |
Hip Hop Beginner/Intermediate
Students will step outside of the box by bringing their own individual style and personality to the movements. Hip hop dance requires students to have the strength and stamina to successfully perform moves. Therefore, this class will help prepare students for more intense movements in a fun, energetic environment. 1-2 years Hip Hop preferred.
- Instructor: Maria Hernandez
- Location: Burns Road Community Center
| AGE | DAY | DATE | TIME | R/NR FEE | CODE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10-18 | Thu | June 6-27 | 7-7:55pm | $44/$55 | 221001-1B |
Ballet/Jazz Combo
This class is a combination of ballet and jazz. Dancers will learn how to do a barre warm up and other ‘ballet-isms’ and will come away with a beginning knowledge of ballet vocabulary at the intro level. This class continues to build on coordination and syncopation in Jazz.
- Instructor: Nicole Haag
- Location: Burns Road Community Center
| AGE | DAY | DATE | TIME | R/NR FEE | CODE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-9 | Tue | June 4-25 | 6-6:55pm | $44/$55 | 221006-1A |
| 6-9 | Tue | June 4-25 | 6-6:55pm | $44/$55 | 221006-2A |
ABT Ballet/PrePointe
This ballet class is designed for the dedicated students wanting to develop and strengthen their ballet skills with aspirations of pointe work. Ballet vocabulary and technique is taught through barre and center floor work, including combinations across the floor. This class also begins to bring attention to the artistry of ballet movement and fluidly connecting steps, as well as preparing young dancers for auditions and performances. Requirements: 2 years Ballet technique
- Instructor: Nicole Haag
- Location: Burns Road Community Center
| AGE | DAY | DATE | TIME | R/NR FEE | CODE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10+ | Wed | June 5-26 | 5:45-7:15pm | $66/$83 | 221007-1A |
| 10+ | Wed | July 10-31 | 5:45-7:15pm | $66/$83 | 221007-2A |
ABT Ballet/Pointe
Dedicated and disciplined students must successfully demonstrate significant progression in overall strength, balance, and alignment continued from Pre Pointe. Additionally, students should be able to cleanly and steadily execute combinations learned in Pre Pointe. This Pointe class will take exercises practiced in Pre Pointe to the next level by engaging in center and across the floor combinations that require greater speed, control, strength, stamina and complexity.
- Instructor: Nicole Haag
- Location: Burns Road Community Center
| AGE | DAY | DATE | TIME | R/NR FEE | CODE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12+ | Wed | June 5-26 | 7:15-8:45pm | $66/$83 | 221007-1B |
| 12+ | Wed | July 10-31 | 7:15-8:45pm | $66/$83 | 221007-2B |
Leaps & Bounds
Is your child ready to take a leap and join our dance class without mommy for the first time? This class is designed to introduce your child to dance through music, creative movement and the fundamentals of ballet.
- Instructor: Michaela Bradford
- Location: Burns Road Community Center
| AGE | DAY | DATE | TIME | R/NR FEE | CODE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-4 | Sat | June 8-29 | 9:10-9:55am | $44/$55 | 211001-1A |
| 3-4 | Sat | July 13-Aug 3 | 9:10-9:55am | $44/$55 | 211001-2A |
Ballet/Tap Combo
Aspiring dancers learn the basics of both ballet and tap while gaining awareness of tempo and coordination. Ballet and tap shoes are required for this one-hour class.
- Instructor: Michaela Bradford
- Location: Burns Road Community Center
| AGE | DAY | DATE | TIME | R/NR FEE | CODE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-6 | Sat | June 8-29 | 10-10:55am | $56/$70 | 211002-1A |
| 4-6 | Sat | July 13-Aug 3 | 10-10:55am | $56/$70 | 211002-2A |
Ballet Basics
In this fun beginner class, young dancers will learn ballet positions and fundamental exercises. Rhythm, body awareness and creativity are encouraged.
- Instructor: Michaela Bradford
- Location: Burns Road Community Center
| AGE | DAY | DATE | TIME | R/NR FEE | CODE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5-7 | Sat | June 8-29 | 11-11:45am | $44/$55 | 221003-1A |
| 5-7 | Sat | July 13-Aug 3 | 11-11:45am | $44/$55 | 221003-2A |
RECITAL DANCE CLASSES
(If you are interested in non-Recital dance classes, please click on the Recreational Dance tab.)
Recital dance classes are finished for the 2018-19 season. Classes for the 2019-20 season will begin August 26, 2019, and will continue through May 10, 2020. Returning 2018-19 Recital Students: Please check the recommendation form at the front desk and register for the classes chosen for your child. Registration will begin on Tuesday, August 13, 2019.
All prospective students are invited to attend the New Student Open House on Saturday, August 24 from 11am-1pm for assistance in choosing their dance class(es).
For more information please contact Burns Road Community Center at (561)630-1100.
Private Audition Prep Dance Classes
Private lessons to prepare for auditions to Bak Middle School of the Arts and Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts, or for dance competitions. Three 1-hour dance lessons will include proper format of a dance audition, how to prepare yourself, and a choreographed one minute solo. Students will also get an edited excerpt from the music of their choice. Private lessons may also be scheduled for dance competition preparation.
- By appointment only; date and time to be arranged*
- Instructor: Nicole Haag
- Resident/Non-resident fee: $250/$313 for 3 lessons
- Location: BRCC/Small Dance Room/Large Dance Room
Private Lessons
Half hour and full hour private instruction may also be arranged for those dancers that would like additional lessons outside of their weekly classes.
- By appointment only; date and time to be arranged*
- Instructor: Nicole Haag
- ½ hour: Resident/Non-resident fee: $40/$50
- 1 hour: Resident/Non-resident fee: $75/$94
*Class time will be arranged based on mutual instructor/student schedule and dance room availability. Lessons will be held in our large or small dance room weekday evenings or weekends. To arrange an appointment, please Email Amy Stepper, then register at BRCC and bring receipt to class.
Canceled Classes
Many classes are canceled due to low enrollment. If you are interested in taking a class that has been canceled, please email the Recreation Department or call 561-630-1100 and put your name on a list to let us know that you are interested in that class. Once we have enough people to hold the class, we will try to restart that class.