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Youth Programs

 

GYMNASTICS FOR YOUTH

This high-energy and fun-filled class is designed for the child who wants to learn the basics of gymnastics.  Skills are taught on an individual basis.  Flexibility, coordination, agility, balance, and muscle strength are developed.  Cartwheels, handstands, rolls, basic beam, and basic bar work are the focus of the class.  No previous gymnastics experience required.  Children with previous gymnastics skills will continue to be challenged.

 

Ages:                     6-9 years

Day/Time:              Th / 7-7:40pm

Location:               Field House Studio – 1000 S. 220th Street

Cost:                       $56 / 6 classes

Instructor:             Jungle Gym

Enrollment:            5 min / 10 max

Dates:                     4/17-5/22

 

 


 

 

TIGER KIDS MARTIAL ARTS

Improve motor skills and coordination while building self-confidence through the use of martial arts and fun games (bag kicking and padded swordsparring)!  Registration for 6-week session includes a T-shirt and a white belt for first time participants!  Instructor, Mitch Mayberry, is a International Champion and a 8th degree Master Instructor.   (Class for 3-4 year olds may end earlier.)

 

*Please note:  AAU membership required.  An additional fee of $12 (Payable to AAU) is required at registration.  AAU membership is good for one school year, (September 1st –August 31st).

 

Ages:                     3 and up

Day/Time:              W / 4:30-5:10pm—Beginning Class

                                **Advanced students will receive an additional

                                15 minutes of instruction from 5:15-5:30

Location:               Field House Gym – 1000 S 220th Street

Cost:                       See below

Instructor:             Mitch Mayberry

Enrollment:            5 min / 20 max

Session #3:             4/16-6/4 --- $75 (8 classes)                 

 


ACROBATS FOR KIDS

What are Acrobats?  Ever been to the Circus?  We’re the performers who like to do flips and look “flexible”!  Acrobatics are both gymnastics and martial arts in style, perfect for both boys and girls.  Rolls, cartwheels, backbends, handstands and walkovers will be covered in addition to other cool moves.  A routine set to music will be learned in each class for an optional show in June, complete with costume!  Attire:  Bike shorts (no BUCKLES or ZIPPERS), leotards and /or tucked and fitted T-shirts.  Long hair needs to be pulled back in a pony tail.  *No shoes needed!

 

 

 

ACROBATS I—Beginners

Pre-Requisites:  None

 

Ages:                     4 - 7 years

Cost:                       See below

Day/Time:              W / 5-5:45

Location:               Field House Studio—1000 S. 220th St.

Instructor:             Melanie’s Dance Unlimited Instructors

Enrollment:            4 min / 12 max

Session #3:             4/16-6/4     -- $54 (8 classes)               

                               

ACROBATS II & III—Beginners

Acrobats II--Pre-Requisites:  None

Acrobats III—Pre-Requisites:  Forwards & backwards rolls, cartwheels, backbends from standing, splits, beginning gymnastics floor passes, and basic dance skills.

 

Ages:                     8 - 12 years

Cost:                       See below

Day/Time:              W / 4-5pm

Location:               Field House Studio—1000 S. 220th St.

Instructor:             Melanie’s Dance Unlimited Instructors

Enrollment:            4 min / 12 max

Session #3:            4/16-6/4     -- $72 (8 classes)


 

Beginner Dance 101

These classes are designed for the beginning dancer who wants to be introduced to the world of dance in an easy-learning environment.  We focus on self-esteem as well as grace, posture and beginning body technique in Ballet, Tap & Jazz.  Lots of fun with learning!

               

BALLET DANCE

Ballet is the true expression of classical art that provides strength, beauty, posture & grace.  We offer a well-rounded ballet program including stretching, injury prevention, Barre, Center and Across the floor work in Each Weekly Class, Terminology and proper technique are emphasized.  Ballet provides a strong foundation for all other dance forms and give a dancer poise — perfect for the beginning dancer!
Girls:  Leotard, Pink Tights, Pink Ballet Shoes, Hair Bun (Ballet Skirts Optional)
Boys:  Solid White T-shirt, Solid Color Bike Shorts, Socks, Black Ballet Shoes

Ages:                     K-3rd grade

Cost:                       See below

Day/Time:              W / 6-7:00pm

Location:               Field House Studio—1000 S. 220th St.

Instructor:             Melanie’s Dance Unlimited Instructors

Enrollment:            4 min / 12 max

Session #3:            4/16-6/4     -- $72 (8 classes)

 

               

TAP DANCE

Perfect for both Boys and Girls.  Make lots of great noises with your feet in a fun, relaxed atmosphere.  We incorporate rhythm, technique & style into all our tap classes.  No experience required.  Based on the American tap dancing style, using the feet as an instrument.  Learn Rhythm, syncopation and timing! 

Girls:  Leotard, Light Colored Tights, Black Tap Shoes. ponytails (Hot Shorts, Skorts, Capris Optional)
Boys: Solid T-shirt, Solid Color Bike Shorts, Socks, Black Tap Shoes

 

 

Ages:                     K-3rd grade

Cost:                       See below

Day/Time:              M / 4:45-5:15pm

Location:               Field House Studio—1000 S. 220th St.

Instructor:             Melanie’s Dance Unlimited Instructors

Enrollment:            4 min / 12 max

Session  #3:           4/14-6/9 *No class 5/26 --- $36 (8 classes)      

 

JAZZ DANCE

Our exciting Jazz classes incorporate both Classic Technique and cutting-edge moves used in today’s musicals and videos.  Classes include stretch, Center Floor Work, turns & leaps.  Totally Cool, totally New stuff!  Designed for the student who wants to learn the latest moves and Find their Groove — great for rhythm and coordination!

Girls:  Leotard, Light Colored Tights, Tan Jazz Shoes/Boots, Ponytail (Hot shorts/Capris Optional)

Boys:  Solid  T-shirt, Solid Color Bike Shorts, Socks, Black Jazz Shoes//boots

 

 

Ages:                     K-3rd grade

Cost:                       See below

Day/Time:              M / 4-4:45pm

Location:               Field House Studio—1000 S. 220th St.

Instructor:             Melanie’s Dance Unlimited Instructors

Enrollment:            4 min / 12 max

Session  #3:          4/14-6/9 *No class 5/26 --- $54 (8 classes)

 


 

 

LIL’ HIP HOP

The most popular urban moves and grooves!  This class is fun, fast paced and will get your heart pumping!  Classes are taught by one of the Leading Hip Hop Divas in the area!  No experience necessary! 

Ages:                     K-2nd grade

Cost:                       See below

Day/Time:              M / 5:15-5:45pm

Location:               Field House Studio—1000 S. 220th St.

Instructor:             Melanie’s Dance Unlimited Instructors

Enrollment:            4 min / 12 max

Session  #3:           4/14-6/9 *No class 5/26 --- $36 (8 classes)      

 

 

 

KIDS HIP HOP DANCE

Totally cool, totally new stuff!  Designed for the kid who wants to learn the latest moves from L.A. & New York. We’ll dance your socks off-our instructors are wonderful with children.  Classes taught by one of the Leading Hip Hop Divas in the area. No experience necessary!

 

Ages:                     3rd-5th grade

Cost:                       See below

Day/Time:              M / 5:45-6:15pm

Location:               Field House Studio—1000 S. 220th St.

Instructor              Melanie’s Dance Unlimited instructors

Enrollment:            4 min / 12 max

Session #3:            4/14-6/9 *No class 5/26 --- $36 (8 classes)      

                               

                               

 

 

TEEN HIP HOP

Got MTV?  It’s never too late to learn to dance!  We specialize in older beginning students.  Our teen program is specifically designed with the adolescent in mind.  No tutus—No little kids in the class! Just teenagers that want to dance who had a little interest or opportunity to learn as a child, or quit after just a few basic years of dance education.  We’ll whip you into shape, improve your body-tone and technique and teach you how to dance in the process! No experience necessary!

 

Ages:                     12-17 years

Cost:                       See below

Day/Time:              M / 6:15-7:00pm

Location:               Field House Studio—1000 S. 220th St.

Instructor:             Melanie’s Dance Unlimited Instructors

Enrollment:            4 min / 12 max

Session #3:             4/14-6/9 *No class 5/26 --- $54 (8 classes)      

 

 
 
 

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