At the YMCA, we offer a variety of dance classes designed to inspire creativity, build confidence, and improve coordination for all ages and skill levels. Whether you're a beginner stepping into your first dance class or an experienced dancer looking to refine your technique, our dance programs have something for everyone.
Benefits of Dance at the YMCA
- Expert Instructors: Our experienced dance teachers provide personalized instruction to help each student thrive.
- All Levels Welcome: Whether it's your first time dancing or you're a seasoned performer, we offer classes that suit every skill level.
- Flexible Scheduling: Our classes are scheduled at convenient times throughout the week, making it easy to fit dance into your routine.
Explore the joy of dance and enroll in one of our exciting programs today! Call the membership desk at your local TWO RIVERS YMCA or register below.
Dance Programs
Dancers will discover new ways to move their bodies by using ballet based exercises to develop strong muscles and coordination. This class introduces them to ballet studio etiquette, following instructions, and waiting patiently for their turn.
PARENT / CHILD DANCE (18m-5 Years)
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DANCE 1 (3-5 Years)
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DANCE 2 (6-12 Years)
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YOUTH DANCE (3-18 Years)
Ballet / Modern 1
This beginner level class applies ballet positions and steps put into dance combinations, as they are introduced to ballet barre exercises and ballet vocabulary. Dancers will learn ballet positions and steps, alongside Modern dance technique.
Ballet / Modern 2
This beginner/intermediate class applies more complex ballet positions and steps, develops correct body placement and upper body coordination, and teaches more ballet vocabulary, alongside Modern dance, introducing Horton, Dunham, and Graham technique.
Jazz / Hip Hop
This beginner level class applies jazz dance technique put into dance combinations, as they are introduced to more ballet and jazz vocabulary as well as more body isolation. Each class will include a portion of Hip Hop dance technique, with an emphasis on shifting weight.
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Water Ballet
Learn to move in the water as a group rhythmically. Blends swimming, dance, and gymnastics into choreographed routines set to music.
Adult Ballet
This is an instructor lead beginner and intermediate artistic experience designed for all. With a focus on improving posture, flexibility, core strength, and grace, or story-telling. Dancers will learn fundamental movement skills in ballet technique.
Adult Modern
With emphasis on strength and conditioning, floor work, and improvisation, the goal of this class is to find release in the body and explore creative choices in artistry. This class is a great option for any adult looking to be in movement creatively/expressively, as well as any existing artists that would like to continue developing their composition skills.
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