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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 Recreation Center, 4404 Burns Road.
Registration
All classes take place at Burns Road Recreation Center, 4404 Burns Road.
Registration
- Recreational Classes: Registration for Fall Recreational dance classes may be done online or in person. Please scroll down for a list of available classes
- Recital Classes: Registration for Fall Recital dance classes must be done in person at Burns Road Recreation Center. Please scroll down for more information on Recital classes.
Additional Information
Tween & Teen Dance Movie Nights
Grab a friend for pizza and a dance movie! Wear your Studios t-shirt (if you have one) and bring a pillow and blanket; floor mats are provided. All movies are rated PG and the events will be supervised by Chelsea Rager, Instructor and Amy Stepper, Recreation Supervisor.
- Ages: 9-18
- Location: Burns Road Recreation Center, 4404 Burns Road, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
- Pre-registration one week in advance is required.
- Informational Flier
| DAY | DATE | TIME | R/NR FEE | MOVIE | CODE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri | Sep 25 | 5:30-8:30pm | $12/$15 | The Greatest Showman | 321007-1 |
| Fri | Nov 16 | 5:30-8:30pm | $12/$15 | Hairspray | 321007-2 |
| Fri | Jan 25 | 5:30-8:30pm | $12/$15 | Newsies | 121007-1 |
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.)
Tutu Toddlers
Toddlers are introduced to the world of dance through creative play and basic ballet movement. No class Oct. 31 and Nov. 21.
| AGE | DAY | DATE | TIME | R/NR FEE | INSTRUCTOR | CODE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-3 | Wed | Sep 12-Oct 24 | 3:15-3:45pm | $84/$105 | Michaela Bradford | 311001-1A |
| 2-3 | Wed | Nov 7-Dec 19 | 3:15-3:45pm | $84/$105 | Michaela Bradford | 311001-2A |
New! Beginner Tap for Boys & Girls
Students will begin to learn basic tap rhythm and movement. No class Oct. 31 and Nov. 21.
| AGE | DAY | DATE | TIME | R/NR FEE | INSTRUCTOR | CODE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7-10 | Wed | Sep 12-Oct 24 | 3-3:55pm | $84/$105 | Donna Morgan | 321002-1A |
| 7-10 | Wed | Nov 7-Dec 19 | 3-3:55pm | $84/$105 | Donna Morgan | 321002-2A |
Ballet/Tumble
Learn beginner ballet positions and fundamental exercises. Rhythm, body awareness and creativity are encouraged. No class Oct. 31 and Nov. 21.
| AGE | DAY | DATE | TIME | R/NR FEE | INSTRUCTOR | CODE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5-6 | Wed | Sep 26-Oct 24 | 4-4:45pm | $60/$75 | Carla Lewis | 311002-1A |
| 3.5-6 | Wed | Sep 26-Oct 24 | 4:45-5:30pm | $60/$75 | Carla Lewis | 311002-1B |
| 3.5-6 | Wed | Nov 7-Dec 19 | 4-4:45pm | $72/$90 | Carla Lewis | 311002-2A |
| 3.5-6 | Wed | Nov 7-Dec 19 | 4:45-5:30pm | $72/$90 | Carla Lewis | 311002-2B |
Hip Hop for Teens
This class provides a structured method of learning in various Hip-Hop dance elements in a positive and encouraging class environment. The weekly classes offer assorted sets of original steps and combinations. 1-2 years of experience is preferred.
| AGE | DAY | DATE | TIME | R/NR FEE | INSTRUCTOR | CODE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12-18 | Tue | Sep 11-Oct 23 | 7-7:55pm | $84/$105 | Maria Hernandez | 321001-1A |
| 12-18 | Tue | Oct 30-Dec 18 | 7-7:55pm | $84/$105 | Maria Hernandez | 321001-2A |
Pilates for Dancers
Pilates for dancers is a powerful tool that helps to strengthen the muscles that dancers use in their daily routines. Pilates helps prevent injury and can be used as great rehabilitation for an injury. Not only does it focus on strengthening the muscles, but you learn to stretch the muscles the proper way, as well. No class Oct. 31 or Nov. 21.
| AGE | DAY | DATE | TIME | R/NR FEE | INSTRUCTOR | CODE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10-18 | Wed | Sep 12-Oct 24 | 5:35-6:25pm | $84/$105 | Nicole Haag | 321009-1A |
| 10-18 | Wed | Nov 7-Dec 19 | 5:35-6:25pm | $72/$90 | Nicole Haag | 321009-2A |
New! Modern Dance
This class incorporates elements of improvisation and grounded movement. There will be elements of standard modern techniques as well as movement progressions and choreographic memorization. 1-2 years of ballet preferred. No class Nov. 22.
| AGE | DAY | DATE | TIME | R/NR FEE | INSTRUCTOR | CODE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10-18 | Thu | Sep 13-Oct 25 | 7-7:55pm | $84/$105 | Lindsay Rybak-Alfrey | 321004-1A |
| 10-18 | Thu | Nov 1-Dec 20 | 7-7:55pm | $84/$105 | Lindsay Rybak-Alfrey | 321004-2A |
"Back to Dance" Kick Off Week!
September 24-29, 2018
Your child may bring a friend to any dance class to try for FREE all week long. If your child's friend enrolls in our recital program through May 2019, skip the line for tickets and receive PREMIER seats for the Recital!
RECITAL DANCE CLASSES
(If you are interested in non-Recital dance classes, please click on the Recreational Dance tab.)
Recital dance classes began August 27, 2018, and will continue through May 11, 2019. (Classes instructed by Chelsea Rager began on Tuesday, September 4.) Returning 2017-18 Recital Students: Please check the recommendation form at the front desk and register for the classes chosen for your child.
Students may register in person for recital classes any time before November 1, 2018, for those classes that are still open. Keep in mind, though, that some classes may have reached their maximum enrollment or have been canceled/combined with other sections by that time.
Students are encouraged to enroll in one ballet class in addition to any jazz class. For your convenience, students are registered once and remain in their dance class through the dance recital in May.
Fees: Recital classes for 2018-19 will be billed every 4 weeks; Residents $14 per week per class/Non-residents $18 per week per class. Extra fees will be associated with the dance recital. Information is available at registration.
Complimentary T-shirt for Recital Students
| SAVE THE DATE! Spring 2019 Dance Recital at the Eissey Theatre, Palm Beach State College |
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| Wednesday | May 8, 2019 | 3:30-9pm* | Work Rehearsal |
| Thursday | May 9, 2019 | 5-9pm* | Dress Rehearsal |
| Friday | May 10, 2019 | 7pm | Performance |
| Saturday | May 11, 2019 | 2pm | Performance |
Monday Classes
| CLASS | AGE | TIME | INSTRUCTOR | CODE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballet Intermediate I | 6-8 | 3:15-4pm | Nicole Haag | 421002-2A |
| Ballet Intermediate II | 8-10 | 4-4:55pm | Nicole Haag | 421002-3A |
| Jazz I | 6-8 | 4:15-5pm | Chelsea Rager | 421004-1 |
| Musical Theatre II | 10-19 | 5-5:55pm | Nicole Haag | 421009-2 |
| Jazz II | 8-10 | 5-5:55pm | Chelsea Rager | 421004-2 |
| Performance Ensemble* | 10-18 | 6-6:55pm | Nicole Haag | POSTPONED |
| Elite Compete** | 12-19 | 6-6:55pm | Chelsea Rager | 421006-2 |
| Jazz V | 13-19 | 7-7:55pm | Chelsea Rager | 421004-5 |
| Contemporary II | 13-19 | 8-8:55pm | Chelsea Rager | 421010-2 |
**Prior teacher invitation required for enrollment in this class. Additional fees for competition apply. For more information, scroll to the bottom or contact Chelsea Rager at ragermom@gmail.com.
Tuesday Classes
| CLASS | AGE | TIME | INSTRUCTOR | CODE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tap I | 6-8 | 4:15-5pm | Chelsea Rager | 421003-1 |
| Hip Hop Jr. | 5-7 | 5:15-6pm | Maria Hernandez | 421007-4 |
| Tap II | 8-12 | 5-5:55pm | Chelsea Rager | 421003-2 |
| Hip-Hop III | 12-18 | 6-6:55pm | Maria Hernandez | POSTPONED |
| Jazz III | 10-12 | 6-6:55pm | Chelsea Rager | 421004-3 |
| Tap III | 12-18 | 7-7:55pm | Chelsea Rager | 421003-3 |
| Jazz IV | 12-14 | 8-8:55pm | Chelsea Rager | 421004-4 |
Wednesday Classes
| CLASS | AGE | TIME | INSTRUCTOR | CODE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creative Dance I | 4-5 | 3:45-4:30pm | Michaela Bradford | 421005-1A |
| Ballet/Tap Combo | 5-7 | 4:30-5:25pm | Michaela Bradford | 421008-1 |
| Ballet Intermediate II | 8-10 | 5:30-6:25pm | Helen Scott | 421002-3B |
| Musical Theatre I | 7-10 | 6:30-7:25pm | Nicole Haag | 421009-1 |
| Advanced Ballet | 10-12 | 6:30-7:25pm | Helen Scott | 421002-4 |
| ABT Ballet/Pointe | 14-18 | 7:30-8:55pm | Nicole Haag | 421002-7 |
Thursday Classes
| CLASS | AGE | TIME | INSTRUCTOR | CODE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiny Toes | 3-4 | 4:15-5pm | Nicole Haag | 421005-3A |
| Ballet/Jazz Combo | 5-7 | 5-5:55pm | Nicole Haag | 421008-2 |
| Hip Hop II | 9-14 | 5-5:55pm | Maria Hernandez | 421007-2 |
| Contemporary I | 10-15 | 6-6:55pm | Nicole Haag | 421010-1 |
| Hip Hop I | 7-12 | 6-6:55pm | Maria Hernandez | 421007-1 |
| ABT Ballet/Pre-Pointe | 12-18 | 7-8:25pm | Nicole Haag | 421002-8 |
Saturday Classes
| CLASS | AGE | TIME | INSTRUCTOR | CODE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiny Toes | 3-4 | 9-9:45am | Nicole Haag | 421005-3B |
| Creative Dance I | 4-5 | 9-9:45am | Michaela Bradford | 421005-1B |
| Creative Dance II | 5-6 | 9:45-10:30am | Nicole Haag | 421005-2A |
| Beginner Jazz | 5-6 | 10:30-11:15am | Nicole Haag | 421004-8 |
2018-19 Performance Ensemble
Burns Road Recreation Center
All Ensemble members must have attended the Performance Ensemble orientation on Wednesday, August 30.
Performance Ensemble Requirements:
- Student must be 10-18 years old by January 1, 2019.
- Enrollment in one ballet class, one jazz class and one Performance Ensemble class is required throughout the year.
- Three years of intermediate/advance jazz (2 years for 10-12 yr olds) and one year of ballet training preferred for acceptance to Performance Ensemble.
- Performance Ensemble performs at City of Palm Beach Gardens special events and local activities.
- Additional fees for uniform, costumes, shoes, and travel will be required for local performances.
- All class fees must be paid on time in order to participate in any Performance Ensemble activity.
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*
- Instructors: Chelsea Rager, Nicole Haag
- Resident/Non-resident fee: $250/$313 for 3 lessons
- Location: BRRC/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*
- Instructors: Chelsea Rager, 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 at astepper@pbgfl.com, then register at BRRC and bring receipt to class.
CONGRATULATIONS!
The Studios of Palm Beach Gardens Elite Compete dance team competed in the Imagine dance competition at FAU in Boca Raton the weekend of April 14, 2018. They came away with a weekend full of fun memories and many awards. Their two dances, "Sound of Silence", an edgy lyrical piece, and "A Bushel and a Peck," a high energy musical theatre number, earned them 2 first place trophies in their divisions. They also received an overall first place and sixth place score. In addition, "Sound of Silence" earned the dancers a "golden ticket" invitation to nationals in New Jersey. Their instructor, Ms. Chelsea Rager, also received an award for outstanding choreography of "Sound of Silence".
The next weekend was another win for the team! The "Believe" competition at the War Memorial Auditorium in Ft. Lauderdale was jam-packed with incredible talent. Our girls brought home an elite gold, a first place in their category and an overall high score award! We are sad that our competition season came and went so fast but super proud of their commitment and accomplishments throughout the year. We're very proud to have them as part of our dance program!
The next weekend was another win for the team! The "Believe" competition at the War Memorial Auditorium in Ft. Lauderdale was jam-packed with incredible talent. Our girls brought home an elite gold, a first place in their category and an overall high score award! We are sad that our competition season came and went so fast but super proud of their commitment and accomplishments throughout the year. We're very proud to have them as part of our dance program!
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY
Sponsor the Elite Compete Dance Team and help take their dancing to the next level through competitions and performances.
Elite Compete Dance Team Sponsorship Packet
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 Division 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.