Summer Weekly Classes 2024

Name
Days
Location
Disney Kids Willy Wonka - Musical Theatre Ensemble
Ages 7+ Triple threat performers are born here - Singing, Dancing & Acting. Perform in Disney Kids Willy Wonka on Aug 1!
Additional performance fee of $45. Must attend this class weekly plus there will be additional full run thru rehearsal the week of July 22 and 29 (see calendar June 18-Aug 1 (closed July 1-14, no rehearsals). Participants need black bootleg pants, black jazz shoes from the Nimbly Online Boutique (see Student Center of www.gydance.org) and a T-Shirt (color to be determined). Email cs@danceitforward.org with questions.
Tuesday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Studio A
Main
Stretch and Strengthen
Stretch and Strengthen with Kylah Bachman. Stay in shape and grow strong and stretchy over the Summer months.
Tuesday
4:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Studio B
Main
Mini Cirque (Ages 3-6)
Ages 3-6. Level 2/3, Mini. This class includes interactive circuits, balance beams, juggling, basic tumbling and aerial silks.
Tuesday
4:45 PM to 5:30 PM
Studio C
Main
SHOWTIME Combo (Ages 4-6)
Ages 4-6. Level 3, Pre-Primary. A combination class of ballet, tap and jazz that advances from the previous level of SHOWTIME Combo 3-4.
Tuesday
4:45 PM to 5:30 PM
Studio D
Main
SHOWTIME Combo (Ages 2-3)
Ages 2-3 - Level 1, Tot. A 30 minute dance class. This class enabling the young dancers to use their imagination, creativity and, most of all, have fun! A parent may attend the class if the dancer is not quite ready to separate.
Tuesday
5:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Studio B
Main
Beginner Ballet (Ages 7+)
Ages 7+ Ballet Technique Class.
Tuesday
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
Studio A
Main
Cirque Prep (Ages 7+)
Ages 7+. Watch the excitement as your child looks forward to each class as they meet new friends, gain confidence and learn new skills in this super fun class. Class includes aerial silks, juggling, stretching and conditioning all under the supervision of our fully qualified faculty.
Tuesday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
Studio C
Main
Mini Musical Theatre (Ages 3-6)
Ages 3-6. Level 2/3, Mini. Become a triple threat performer! Singing, Dancing, Acting, and Imagination Fun.
Tuesday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
Studio B
Main
SHOWTIME Combo (Ages 3-4)
Ages 3-4. Level 2, Pre-School. A 45 minute class containing ballet, tap and jazz/creative movement.
Tuesday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
Studio D
Main
Primary Ballet (Ages 5-7)
Ages 5-7. Level 4, Primary. Primary Ballet students learn fundamental exercises and proper alignment maintaining emphasis on technique, development of body strength and the enjoyment of beautiful ballet. Ballet track progressing into the School of Ballet when ready.
Tuesday
6:00 PM to 6:45 PM
Studio A
Main
Cirque Int (Ages 10+)
Ages 10+. Watch the excitement as your child looks forward to each class as they meet new friends, gain confidence and learn new skills in this super fun class. Class includes aerial silks, juggling, stretching and conditioning all under the supervision of our fully qualified faculty.
Tuesday
6:15 PM to 7:00 PM
Studio C
Main
Pom Squad & Cheer (Ages 5-10)
Ages 5-10. Jr Level. Have you ever wanted to be a professional sports team dancer? Dance with pompoms and learn precision technique with our Pom Squad Class.
Tuesday
6:15 PM to 7:00 PM
Studio D
Main
Storybook Pre-Ballet (Ages 3-5)
Ages 3-5. Level 2, Pre-School. A Pre-Ballet class with Ballet Story time! Creative and classical songs along with ballet movements will inspire children to use their imaginations and create an enjoyable learning experience with a classical ballet focus. This class tracks a student towards Preparatory Ballet at age 7 in the School of Ballet.
Tuesday
6:15 PM to 7:00 PM
Studio B
Main
Jr. Contemporary (Ages 7+)
Ages 7- 13. This dance genre incorporates elements from ballet, modern and jazz. Jumps, leaps, turns and sometimes acrobatic elements emphasize rhythm changes, expressive upper body, and extensions. A supplementary ballet class is recommended when taking this course;
Tuesday
6:45 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio A
Main
Mini Hip Hop (Ages 4-7)
Ages 3-7. Level 2/3 Mini. Mini Hip Hop is a specially created Hip Hop class for our youngest boys and girls. This class will introduce new and basic hip hop movements and is a fun way to learn a new style of dancing.
Tuesday
7:00 PM to 7:45 PM
Studio D
Main
Tiny Tumblers & Acro (3-6)
Ages 3-6. Our Acro program is based on safe and effective progressions with proven results in five divisions: Flexibility, Strength, Balancing, Stretching and Tumbling. Taught by champion gymnast, Kylah Bachman!!!
Tuesday
7:00 PM to 7:45 PM
Studio B
Main
Jr. Hip Hop (Ages 7+)
Ages 7+. Hip Hop is purely funky and the most up-to-date dance style of the day. Students of all ages enjoy building their skills as they are instructed how to groove.
Tuesday
7:45 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio D
Main
Youth Acro (7+)
Ages 7+. Our Acro program is based on safe and effective progressions with proven results in five divisions: Flexibility, Strength, Balancing, Stretching and Tumbling. Taught by champion gymnast, Kylah Bachman!!!
Tuesday
7:45 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio B
Main

Summer Camps 2024

Name
Days
Location
Nutcracker Ballet Camp (Ages 4-10)
Learn all about the Nutcracker Ballet in this 1 day camp! Learn dances...watch a bit of the production. This Camp is for BALLET LOVING kids who want to get a head start on Nutcracker auditions 2024, too. Please wear ballet attire; Girls - leotard and pink tights with the hair slicked & burned; Boys - Black tights or shorts; tight fitting white T-shirt, ballet shoes. An individual snack such as animal crackers, pretzels, or goldfish may be served. Bring a water bottle marked with student's name.
Monday
10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Main
Beauty Boutique Camp (Ages 3-10)
This is one of our sell out favorite camps! Learn dance fundamentals and finish with makeup fun in the Beauty Boutique Camp. Participants may wear anything comfortable or may wear dance attire. Please bring a water bottle each day labeled with student’s name. An individual snack such as animal crackers, pretzels, or goldfish may be served. There is a $20 extra class charge for the makeup kit.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Main
Cirque Camp (Ages 6-12)
All things Cirque in this energizing, fun camp! Class includes aerial silks, Aerial Hoops, juggling, stretching and conditioning all under the supervision of our fully qualified faculty.
An individual snack such as animal crackers, pretzels, or goldfish may be served. Bring a water bottle marked with student's name.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
9:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Main
Future Flippers Acro Camp (Ages 3-6)
Become a Future Flipper in this amazing Acro Tumbling Camp taught by champion gymnast, Kylah Bachman. An individual snack such as animal crackers, pretzels, or goldfish may be served. Bring a water bottle marked with student's name.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Main
Pop Kids Camp (Age 5-10)
All cool kids need to join this Pop Dance Camp where students will whirl and twirl to pop music including choreography to Taylor Swift. Campers will do a craft, too. An individual snack such as animal crackers, pretzels, or goldfish may be served. Bring a water bottle marked with student's name.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Main
Swifties Dance Camp (Ages 4-10)
Calling all Swifties! This is the camp for you! Dance the week away to Taylor Swift! Campers will do a craft, too. An individual snack such as animal crackers, pretzels, or goldfish may be served. Bring a water bottle marked with student's name.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Main
Pom Squad & Cheer Camp (Ages 5-10)
It's a week of everything cheer! Dance with pompoms and learn precision technique with our Pom Squad Camp. Campers will do a craft, too. An individual snack such as animal crackers, pretzels, or goldfish may be served. Bring a water bottle marked with student's name.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Main
Princess Power Camp (Ages 3-9)
Calling all princesses to join this fun-filled camp. Engaging and memorable, your child will absolutely this love this week of dance. Ages 3-9. Participants may wear anything comfortable or may wear dance attire. 
Please bring a water bottle each day labeled with student’s name. An individual snack such as animal crackers, pretzels, or goldfish may be served.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Main

Summer Intensive 2024

Name
Days
Location
Ballet and Commercial Intensive - July 15 - August 1
Both Ballet and Commercial Dance Intensives. Performance Opportunities ~ Disney Kids Willy Wonka & the Ballet Program Showcase on August 1.
The price is $1095. A $200 nonrefundable deposit is do by April 1, make payments as desired with balance due by June 1.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Main
Ballet Intensive - July 15 - August 1
Classical Ballet, Pointe, Partnering, Contemporary, Modern, Conditioning, Repertoire, Private Coaching.
The price is $795. A $200 nonrefundable deposit is do by April 1, make payments as desired with balance due by June 1.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Main
Commercial Dance Intensive - July 15 - August 1
Contemporary, Jazz, Musical Theatre, Conditioning - Strength & Stretching, Pilates, Hip Hop, Terminology, Choreography; Performance Opportunity ~ Disney Kids Willy Wonka, August 1.

The price is $595. A $200 nonrefundable deposit is do by April 1, make payments as desired with balance due by June 1.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Main