Emeralds 2024-2025

Name
Days
Location
Tuition
Emeralds Mini
Katlin Zimmer
*For Production Dance Performing Arts Dancers Only* Must be enrolled in Ballet and/or Jazz Technique classes at PDPA.
Rehearsal- Productions Mini Performance Company. For the youngest dancer who wishes for more performing opportunities, besides the winter showcase and spring production. These dancers will get at least 2 extra community performance opportunities plus 2 competition experiences. Each Mini Emerald dancer performs with the group and must be enrolled in jazz or ballet with Productions Dance. Competitive Trio, Duet and Solo opportunities in all genres may be available for Mini Emerald dancers that take both ballet and jazz (by audition or invite). Anyone who wishes to make the time and financial commitment to be a Mini Emerald dancer can join. Currently accepting dancers ages 4-8 for Mini Emeralds. Please inquire to discuss financial and time commitments expected.

Ages 4 - 8
Monday
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
Lake City
$90.00
Emeralds Jr
Katlin Zimmer
*For Production Dance Performing Arts Dancers Only* Must be enrolled in Ballet and/or Jazz Technique classes at PDPA. Rehearsal- Productions Junior Performance Company. For the dancer who wishes for more performing opportunities, besides the winter showcase and spring production. These dancers will get at least 2 extra community performance opportunities plus 2 competition experiences. Each Emerald dancer performs with the group and must be enrolled in jazz or ballet with Productions Dance. Competitive Trio, Duet and Solo opportunities in all genres may be available for Emerald dancers that take both ballet and jazz (by audition or invite). Anyone who wishes to make the time and financial commitment to be an Emerald dancer can join. Currently accepting dancers ages 9-17 for Emeralds. Please inquire to discuss financial and time commitments expected.
Ages 9 - 17
Monday
4:45 PM to 5:45 PM
Lake City
$90.00
Company Tech
Katlin Zimmer
Optional technique class available exclusively to company dancers. Rotation of lessons emphasizing flexibility, strength, turns, leaps, and tricks. There is no additional cost to attend this class. Dancers are encouraged to attend as often as possible.
Ages 4 - 17
Friday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Lake City
 

Fall 2024

Name
Days
Location
Tuition
Preschool Combo (Tap/Ballet)
Katlin Zimmer
This class is full
Play based ballet and tap combo class for the preschooler, with lots of creative movement and imagination!
For ages 3-5.
Lessons are engaging and fun. In addition to all the benefits that come with dance and music, our lessons reiterate development in motor skills, colors, numbers, shapes, and communication.

Ages 3 - 5
Monday
10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
Lake City
$75.00
Mini Jazzing
Katlin Zimmer
This class is full
This is a sassy, shaking good time for little jazz dancers. Includes tumbling and creative movement. For ages 4-6.
Performs in the December Production.

Ages 4 - 6
Monday
11:00 AM to 11:45 AM
Lake City
$75.00
Mini Combo (Tap/Ballet)
Katlin Zimmer
This class is full
A play based introduction to classical ballet with lots of creative movement and imagination, combined with the important rhythmic foundation of tapping. Important dance foundation is learned through games and play. Lessons are engaging and fun. In addition to all the benefits that come with dance and music, our lessons reiterate development in motor skills, colors, numbers, shapes, and communication.
For ages 4-6.
Performs in the December Production


Ages 4 - 6
Tuesday
4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Lake City
$75.00
Mini Jazzing
Katlin Zimmer
This class is full
This is a sassy, shaking good time for little jazz dancers. Includes tumbling and creative movement. For ages 4-6.
Performs in the December Production.

Ages 4 - 6
Tuesday
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
Lake City
$75.00
Beginning Ballet
Katlin Zimmer
Introduction to Classical Ballet, with an emphasis in Cecchetti Method Technique. For ages 7+.
Performs in the December Production.
It's never too late to begin studying and enjoying the beauty and strength of ballet. Our beginning ballet class is for the younger dancer that is ready to move into a formal ballet class, graduating from our combo classes or pre-primary levels, but also for the older student wishing to begin training in ballet.

Ages 7 - 17
Tuesday
6:10 PM to 6:55 PM
Lake City
$75.00
Beginning Jazz
Katlin Zimmer
Beginning Jazz is for the dancer graduating from a combo level class or pre-primary level + those that are new to the genre. For ages 7+. This fun upbeat class introduces classical jazz technique, energetic style, all while dancers increase in strength, flexibility, and confidence!
Performs in December Production.

Ages 7 - 17
Tuesday
7:05 PM to 7:50 PM
Lake City
$75.00
Creative Movement with Caretaker
Katlin Zimmer
Introduction to Dance for ages 1.5-3, caretaker participation required.
Games, songs and movement introduce children to the magic of music & dance, incorporating fine and gross motor skill development, along with lessons in colors, numbers, shapes, and communication.
Performs in December Production

Ages 1.5 - 3
Wednesday
10:30 AM to 11:15 AM
Lake City
$75.00
Preschool Combo (Tap/Ballet)
Katlin Zimmer
Play based ballet and tap combo class for the preschooler, with lots of creative movement and imagination!
For ages 3-5.
Lessons are engaging and fun. In addition to all the benefits that come with dance and music, our lessons reiterate development in motor skills, colors, numbers, shapes, and communication.
Performs in the December Production.

Ages 3 - 5
Wednesday
11:30 AM to 12:15 PM
Lake City
$75.00
Mini Bop
TBD
Bopping tiny hip hoppers, ages 5-6. Performs in the December Production.
Ages 5 - 6
Wednesday
2:45 PM to 3:30 PM
Lake City
$75.00
Intro to Musical Theatre- Song
Megan MacDonald
Introduction to the magical world of Musical Theatre. Learn how to sing in tune, musical theory, and all about the fun, drama, and magic of age appropriate musical theatre stories! Learning to coordinate simple movement with lyrics is part of the fun (dance technique and choreography are introduced at the next level, Musical Theatre 1, or in dance technique classes). This class will perform a song live in the December Production.
Ages 5 - 9
Wednesday
3:40 PM to 4:25 PM
Lake City
$75.00
Beginning Tap
TBD
For the dancers beginning their tap study or for those continuing their tap education from the Mini Combo level. Learn and master basic level tap moves, combinations, and choreography. For ages 7+. Performs in the December Production.
Ages 7 - 17
Wednesday
4:35 PM to 5:20 PM
Lake City
$75.00
Beginning/Level 1 Hip Hop
TBD
This class is full
Those that are new to the genre or have less than 2 years experience with the genre. For ages 7+.
Performs in the December Production.
This class is an introduction to a variety of Hip Hop styles and moves, incorporating history and knowledge about the origins of the styles and hip hop. Introductory break dancing moves are a part of the curriculum.

Ages 7 - 17
Wednesday
5:30 PM to 6:20 PM
Lake City
$75.00
Musical Theatre 1-LIMITED SPACE
Katlin Zimmer
This Broadway themed class incorporates acting, singing lessons, Jazz and basic ballet technique, all set to songs from Broadway Musicals. Musical Theatre students often have character roles that appear several times in each production performance. Several musicals are studied each session and include opportunities for the group to attend live local musicals together. (60 min) Performs in the December Production.
Ages 10 - 17
Wednesday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Lake City
$75.00
Adult Jazz
Katlin Zimmer
(Ages 18+) Traditional Jazz taught by Owner/Director Katlin Zimmer. This is a fun and unique way to exercise while working your brain as well. Classes are grouped into weekly or monthly studies that incorporate combinations that introduce various jazz styles and trending Tik-Toks with traditional jazz technique and history. No dance experience is required, but experienced dancers are welcome too. This class will learn a routine that can be performed in the December Production, if the dancer desires the performance opportunity. These classes are offered in sessions to foster a community. Dancers that move together regularly form relationships, and to further those friendships we will often socialize post class next door, which offers beverages and food. Need to miss a week? Catch up by viewing each combination from the session on the private video channel.
Ages 18 - 99
Wednesday
7:40 PM to 8:40 PM
Lake City
$75.00
Babywearing Ballet
Katlin Zimmer
For the postpartum parent. Wear your baby during ballet. There is about 45 minutes of gentle ballet movement, and cushion timing before and after for socializing. These classes are offered in sessions to foster a community. Moving together regularly forms relationships. Need to miss a class? Private video lessons available upon request. Non performing.
Ages 0 - 99
Thursday
10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Lake City
$75.00
Mini Jazzing
Katlin Zimmer
This class is full
This is a sassy, shaking good time for little jazz dancers. Includes tumbling and creative movement. For ages 4-6.
Performs in the December Production.

Ages 4 - 6
Thursday
1:00 PM to 1:45 AM
Lake City
$75.00
Beginning Hip Hop- Day Class
Katlin Zimmer
This class is full
Those that are new to the genre or have less than 2 years experience with the genre. For ages 7+.
Performs in the December Production.
This class is an introduction to a variety of Hip Hop styles and moves, incorporating history and knowledge about the origins of the styles and hip hop. Introductory break dancing moves are a part of the curriculum.

Ages 7 - 17
Thursday
1:50 PM to 2:35 PM
Lake City
$75.00
Preschool Combo (Tap/Ballet)
Katlin Zimmer
This class is full
Play based ballet and tap combo class for the preschooler, with lots of creative movement and imagination!
For ages 3-5.
Lessons are engaging and fun. In addition to all the benefits that come with dance and music, our lessons reiterate development in motor skills, colors, numbers, shapes, and communication.

Ages 3 - 5
Thursday
2:45 PM to 3:30 PM
Lake City
$75.00
Mini Jazzing Level 2
Katlin Zimmer
This is a sassy, shaking good time for little jazz dancers. Includes tumbling and creative movement. For ages 6-7, dancers in this level will progress to Beginning Levels the following fall.
Performs in the December Production.

Ages 6 - 7
Thursday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Lake City
$75.00
Pre-Acro, Tumbling
TBD
Pre-Acro is for ages 7+. For the dancer graduating from combo classes or pre-primary levels, but also for any dancer new to the genre. Students work on mastering acro basics, focus on flexibility, strength, and practice popular moves like handstands, bridges, and cartwheels. Performs in December Production.
Ages 7 - 17
Thursday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
Lake City
$75.00
Pre-Modern, Creative Movement
TBD
A precursor to formal modern technique training and contemporary movement, this class explores free movement and introduces foundational technique. Imagination and play is used to get the dancers comfortable with creative body movements. For the new or experienced dancer. Performs in the December Production.
Ages 7 - 17
Thursday
6:30 PM to 7:15 PM
Lake City
$75.00
Family Tap
Katlin Zimmer
(Ages 7-99) Family members, get some quality time together while dancing! This is a fun and unique way to exercise while working your brain as well. No dance experience is required, but experienced dancers are welcome too. The class leans beginner- beginner/intermediate. This class will learn a routine that can be performs in the December Production.
(There is a chance this class meets earlier in the evening, it is currently set for 7:30)

Ages 7 - 99
Thursday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Lake City
$75.00
Creative Movement with Caretaker- LIMITED SPACE!
TBD
Introduction to Dance for ages 1.5-3, caretaker participation required.
Games, songs and movement introduce children to the magic of music & dance, incorporating fine and gross motor skill development, along with lessons in colors, numbers, shapes, and communication.
Performs in December Production

Ages 1.5 - 3
Saturday
9:30 AM to 10:15 AM
Lake City
$75.00
Preschool Combo (Tap/Ballet)- LIMITED SPACE
TBD
Play based ballet and tap combo class for the preschooler, with lots of creative movement and imagination!
For ages 3-5.
Lessons are engaging and fun. In addition to all the benefits that come with dance and music, our lessons reiterate development in motor skills, colors, numbers, shapes, and communication.
Performs in the December Production.

Ages 3 - 5
Saturday
10:30 AM to 11:15 PM
Lake City
$75.00
Mini Combo (Tap/Ballet)
TBD
A play based introduction to classical ballet with lots of creative movement and imagination, combined with the important rhythmic foundation of tapping. Important dance foundation is learned through games and play. Lessons are engaging and fun. In addition to all the benefits that come with dance and music, our lessons reiterate development in motor skills, colors, numbers, shapes, and communication.
For ages 4-6.
Performs in the December Production


Ages 4 - 6
Saturday
11:30 AM to 12:15 PM
Lake City
$75.00
Mini Bop
TBD
Bopping tiny hip hoppers, ages 5-6. Performs in the December Production.
Ages 5 - 6
Saturday
1:15 PM to 2:00 PM
Lake City
$75.00
Beginning Hip Hop
TBD
Those that are new to the genre or have less than 2 years experience with the genre. For ages 7+.
Performs in the December Production.
This class is an introduction to a variety of Hip Hop styles and moves, incorporating history and knowledge about the origins of the styles and hip hop. Introductory break dancing moves are a part of the curriculum.

Ages 7 - 17
Saturday
2:15 PM to 3:00 PM
Lake City
$75.00
Beginning Ballet
TBD
Introduction to Classical Ballet, with an emphasis in Cecchetti Method Technique. For ages 7+.
Performs in the December Production.
It's never too late to begin studying and enjoying the beauty and strength of ballet. Our beginning ballet class is for the younger dancer that is ready to move into a formal ballet class, graduating from our combo classes or pre-primary levels, but also for the older student wishing to begin training in ballet.

Ages 7 - 17
Saturday
3:15 PM to 4:00 PM
Lake City
$75.00