Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Pointe & Lyrical Classes

Make sure to sign up quickly to reserve a class spot.  Classes will fill up quickly
     (Wait list will be available)

Ballet & Pointe Classes

Twinkle Toes Ballet & Jazz or Tap  Age 2 1/2-5 Twinkle (1 Hour Class Weekly)        
Learn the basic technique of Ballet at a beginner level.   This class will also incorporate age appropriate warm-ups and
skill building technique in a fun and highly motivated class. Choreographed routines will be taught as the sessions
progress through the year.

Sessions Available:                                                         
                    
Saturday                                  10:00AM – 11:00 AM                  * Ballet & Jazz                
Monday                                    11:30AM -  12:30 PM                  *Ballet & Tap
Wednesday                              11:00AM - 12:00PM                    *Ballet & Tap
Wednesday                              12:00 PM - 1:00 PM                    *Ballet & Jazz  


Beginning Ballet & Jazz I/II (1 Hour Class Weekly)
Learn the basic technique of Ballet & Jazz.  This class will incorporate some more advanced technique including
beginning leaps, turns, and jumps. Class will also incorporate age appropriate warm-ups and skill building technique in a
fun and highly motivated class. Choreographed routines will be taught as the sessions progress through the year.

Sessions Available:

Saturdays                            9:00 AM  – 10:00 AM                                    


Ballet II with Ballet Technique and Across the Floor (1 Hour Class Weekly)
For dancers who enjoy Ballet and are ready to progress and learn more in the classical styles of dance. Also includes an
Intro to Contemporary Ballet and technique building on jumps, turns and dancer conditioning. Class will incorporate age
appropriate warm-ups and skill building technique in a fun and highly motivated setting. Choreographed routines will be
taught as the sessions progress through the year.

Sessions Available:  

Tuesday                           6:00 PM – 7:00 PM                                         
Saturday                          9:00 AM – 10:00 AM                                       

Pre-Pointe, Pointe & Ballet Technique Class  III/IV            (1 hour class weekly)
This is for the technically strong dancer who has advanced to a level in ballet where her body can accept the physical
demands for pointe work.  This first half of class will be in ballet shoes or bare feet.  Each dancer will be evaluated
weekly to access the readiness to go up on pointe.  Proper ballet attire is needed.

Sessions Available:         

Saturdays                 11:00 AM  – 12:00 PM                                        


Advanced Ballet with Technique IV/V  Age 13 and up (1  hour class weekly)
Younger Dancers can be evaluated for this class
This is an advanced class teaching and perfecting the technique of ballet with a higher level of choreography and
technique. Experience is required for this class level.  This class is designed for those will Ballet and Technique
experience preparing for advanced ballet.  Great class for those preparing for college or company dance.  Dancer
conditioning and core building will also be included in this class. Choreographed routines will be taught as the sessions
progress through the year.


Sessions Available:

Thursday                                4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Saturday                                12:00 PM - 1:00 PM                                         



Stretch & Strengthen Class    Ages 11-and up  (1 hour class weekly)
This class will jump start your work out.  Body conditioning, strengthening…gain that flexibility you always dreamed
about!!!  This class will teach proper stretching, toning, strengthening, muscle enlongation, core building and more.  
Great WORK OUT!! Over 18 welcome (all Ages)  
(Age 11 considered with instructor approval only)

Great Class for Dancers and ALL Athletes looking to build endurance & Strength over the Summer!!

Sessions Available:

Wednesday                     4:00 PM – 5:00 PM                      Level II
Wednesday                     4:00 PM - 5:00 PM                      Level III/IV                                     



Advanced Performance Contemporary, Ballet, Jazz  INTENSIVE V Performance Team & Training
Ages 14- and up Pre-Pro & Pro Dancers are welcome   (1 Hr class weekly) CO-ED    (or prior approval)
AUDITION or PLACEMENT ONLY CLASS
This is equivalent to Pre-Pro/Pro-AM Level Instruction for those that want to continue to a professional or company level.  
This is an advanced training for the dancers who are ready to take their ballet, contemporary, and jazz technique and
choreography to the next level.  This training is part of the newly launched professional ballet and contemporary jazz
company at PDE.  Dancers will have the opportunity if selected to tour, perform, and travel.    Instructors will
audition/select dancers on an individual basis.  

Sessions Available:

Saturday               2:00 PM – 3:00 PM                                               *Performance Company *No Class 3/27
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ClassesCompetitive Dance Teams
Dance Classes Types & Levels:

Hip-Hop
Lyrical
Jazz
Pop Hip-Hop
Poms
Break Dancing
Leaps/Turns
Conditioning
Technique
Hip-Hop Stalls & Spins
Pre-Pointe/Pointe
Tap
Contemporary

All Age Levels from:

        Mini Stars                   Age 5-7
        Youth Dreams         Age 7-11
        Junior/JV                Age 11-14
        Senior/Varsity        Age 14-18
        Elite*         Age 16 and older
*Elite team is an invite only Co-Ed Open Team of
professional level dancers competing &
performing worldwide.
Serving:
Algonquin
Lake in the Hills
Huntley
Hampshire
Crystal Lake
Dundee
Carpentersville
Barrington
Elgin  
with
Competitive
Dance Teams
and Classes