2023-2024 Season

Name
Days
Location
Ballet/Tap ages 5-6
Ballet/Tap 5-6
Introduces basic dance vocabulary. Emphasizes ballet and tap technique.
Performs 2 routines at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Monday
4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Tap Beginner/Intermediate ages 7-8
This 30 minute class is for ages 7-8. Tap teaches students musicality and rhythm by learning to create a sequence of sounds with their own feet. No previous dance experience is needed, however we recommend that this class is taken along with other classes to enhance students’ musicality skills in all dance styles. Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital June 6-9th, 2024.
Monday
4:15 PM to 4:45 PM
Purple
Motivate Dance
Ballet/Tap Ages 3-4
Beginner/Intermediate Tap 3/4
Introduces basic dance vocabulary. Emphasizes tap technique.
Performs 1 routine at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Monday
4:45 PM to 5:30 PM
Blue
Motivate Dance
Lyrical Beginner/Intermediate ages 7-8
This 45 minute class introduces lyrical technique to 7-8 year olds. Lyrical combines ballet technique with popular music. Lyrical is often described as a style that is performed to the lyrics of the music and has a soft, flowy quality. This class is a great way to learn how to express emotions through dance. No previous dance experience is needed.
Performs one dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Monday
4:45 PM to 5:30 PM
Purple
Motivate Dance
Acro ages 5-6
Ages 4.5-6.
Acro combines techniques used in both dance and acrobatics. Flexibility, contortion, balance, and tumbling skills.
Performs 1 routine in Motivate's MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Monday
5:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Ballet/Jazz Beginner/Intermediate ages 7-8
This is a 60 minute beginning ballet and jazz class for 7-8 year olds. This class continues and extends ballet terminology and introduces jazz technique. Students who take this class will learn two contrasting styles to become a more versatile dancer. Ballet enforces classical etiquette and grace while jazz involves sharp movements danced to popular music. No previous dance experience is needed.
Performs a ballet dance and a jazz dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Monday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Purple
Motivate Dance
Ballet/Jazz Beginner/Intermediate ages 9-11
Ballet/Jazz Beginner/Intermediate ages 9-11
Introduces basic dance vocabulary. Emphasizes ballet and jazz technique.
Performs a ballet dance and a jazz dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Monday
5:30 PM to 6:45 PM
Blue
Motivate Dance
Acro Beginner/Intermediate ages 7-8
Ages 7-8
Acro combines techniques used in both dance and acrobatics. Flexibility, contortion, balance, and tumbling skills.
Performs 1 routine in Motivate's MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Monday
6:45 PM to 7:30 PM
Blue
Motivate Dance
Ballet Advanced ages 9-11
This is a 60 minute Advanced ballet class for ages 9-11. This advanced level class continues to teach students to focus on their body alignment, etiquette, vocabulary, turnout, musicality, and quality of movement. Previous dance experience is required, this class moves at a faster pace as it is assumed that dancers already know beginner level ballet terminology.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Monday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Hip Hop Beginner/Intermediate ages 7-8
Hip Hop Beginner/Intermediate 7-8
This style is performed with upbeat music and high energy. This beginner-intermediate level class continues to teach students how to coordinate strong movements with popular music, while also continuing to teach Hip Hop culture and facial expressions. No previous dance experience needed.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Monday
7:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Blue
Motivate Dance
Choreography Beginner/Intermediate ages 9-11
This 45 minute class is for those looking to explore choreography and assist with choreographing their own routine. No previous dance experience needed.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Tuesday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Purple
Motivate Dance
Choreography Intermediate/Advanced ages 12-18
This 45 minute class explores choreography techniques and styles. You will assist in choreographing your recital routine.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Tuesday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Hip Hop ages 3-4
Hip Hop ages 3-4
This style is performed with upbeat music and high energy. This class teaches students how to coordinate strong movements with popular music. If your child is interested in trying out dance for the first time and wants a less formal atmosphere, this is the class you’re looking for! No previous dance experience needed.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Tuesday
4:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Blue
Motivate Dance
Hip Hop ages 5-6
Hip Hop ages 5-6
This style is performed with upbeat music and high energy. This class teaches students how to coordinate strong movements with popular music. If your child is interested in trying out dance for the first time and wants a less formal atmosphere, this is the class you’re looking for! No previous dance experience needed.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Tuesday
5:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Blue
Motivate Dance
Tap Advanced ages 9-11
This 30 minute tap class is for advanced dancers age 9-11. . In this class, students will continue to learn musicality and rhythm by creating a sequence of sounds with their own feet, along with using facial expressions. No previous dance experience is needed, however we recommend that this class is taken along with other classes to enhance students’ musicality skills in all dance styles.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Tuesday
5:15 PM to 5:45 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Tap Beginner/Intermediate ages 9-11
This 30 minute beginner-intermediate tap class is for ages 9-11. In this class, students will continue to learn musicality and rhythm by creating a sequence of sounds with their own feet, along with using facial expressions.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Tuesday
5:15 PM to 5:45 PM
Purple
Motivate Dance
Hip Hop Beginner/Intermediate ages 7-8
Hip Hop Beginner/Intermediate 7-8
This style is performed with upbeat music and high energy. This beginner-intermediate level class continues to teach students how to coordinate strong movements with popular music, while also continuing to teach Hip Hop culture and facial expressions. No previous dance experience needed.
Performs 1 routine in Motivate's MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Tuesday
5:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Blue
Motivate Dance
Ballet/Jazz ages 7-8
This is a 60 minute beginning ballet and jazz class for 7-8 year olds. This class continues and extends ballet terminology and introduces jazz technique. Students who take this class will learn two contrasting styles to become a more versatile dancer. Ballet enforces classical etiquette and grace while jazz involves sharp movements danced to popular music. No previous dance experience is needed.
Performs a ballet dance and a jazz dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Tuesday
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Blue
Motivate Dance
Ballet Advanced ages 12-18
Ballet etiquette and vocabulary. Alignment, turnout, musicality, and quality of movement.
Performs 1 dance in Motivate's MANDATORY recital June 6-9, 2024.
Tuesday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Jazz Advanced ages 9-11
This is a 45 minute class is fast-paced, with sharp movements, performed to popular music. Technique, coordination, and using facial expressions.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Tuesday
7:00 PM to 7:45 PM
Purple
Motivate Dance
Acro Beginner/Intermediate ages 12-18
Beginner/Intermediate Acro 12-18
Combines Techniques used both dance and acrobatics. Flexibility, contortion, balance, and tumbling skills.
Performs 1 dance in Motivate's MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Tuesday
8:05 PM to 8:50 PM
Blue
Motivate Dance
Acro Intermediate/Advanced ages 12-18
Intermediate/Advanced Acro 12-18
Combines Techniques used both dance and acrobatics. Flexibility, contortion, balance, and tumbling skills.
Performs 1 dance in Motivate's MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Tuesday
8:05 PM to 8:50 PM
Purple
Motivate Dance
Lyrical Advanced ages 9-11
This 45 minute class continues lyrical technique for 9-11 year olds. Lyrical combines ballet technique with popular music. Lyrical is often described as a style that is performed to the lyrics of the music and has a soft, flowing quality. This class focuses on combining ballet and jazz technique, movement quality, and facial expression. No previous dance experience is needed, however it is recommended to also take Ballet and Jazz so students can further their understanding of the techniques used in this style. Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Tuesday
8:05 PM to 8:50 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Hip Hop Beginner/Intermediate ages 12-18
Hip Hop Beginner/Intermediate 12-18
This style is performed with upbeat music and high energy. This beginning-intermediate level class teaches students how to coordinate strong movements with popular music. If your child is interested in trying out dance for the first time and wants a less formal atmosphere, this is the class you’re looking for! No previous dance experience needed.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Tuesday
8:50 PM to 9:35 PM
Purple
Motivate Dance
Hip Hop Intermediate/Advanced ages 12-18
Hip Hop Intermediate/Advanced 12-18
This 45 minute class is for intermediate-advanced ages 12-18. This style is performed with upbeat music and high energy. This advanced level class continues to teach students how to coordinate strong movements with popular music, while also continuing to teach Hip Hop culture and facial expressions.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 9-11, 2024.
Tuesday
8:50 PM to 9:35 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Acro Beginner ages 9-11
Beginner Acro 9-11
Acro combines techniques used in both dance and acrobatics. Flexibility, contortion, balance, and tumbling skills. Performs 1 routine in Motivate's MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Wednesday
4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Blue
Motivate Dance
Hip Hop ages 5-6
Hip Hop ages 5-6
This style is performed with upbeat music and high energy. This class teaches students how to coordinate strong movements with popular music. If your child is interested in trying out dance for the first time and wants a less formal atmosphere, this is the class you’re looking for! No previous dance experience needed, however this class will be taught at a faster pace.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Wednesday
4:15 PM to 4:45 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Lyrical Beginner/Intermediate ages 7-8
This 45 minute class is the for ages 7-8. Lyrical combines ballet technique with popular music. Lyrical is often described as a style that is performed to the lyrics of the music and has a soft, flowy quality. This class is a great way to learn how to express emotions through dance. No previous dance experience is needed, however it is recommended to also take ballet and jazz so students can further their understanding of the techniques used in this style.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital June 6-9th, 2024.
Wednesday
4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Purple
Motivate Dance
Acro ages 5-6
Ages 4.5-6
Acro combines techniques used in both dance and acrobatics. Flexibility, contortion, balance, and tumbling skills.
Performs 1 routine in Motivate's MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Wednesday
4:45 PM to 5:15 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Acro Beginner/Intermediate ages 7-8
Ages 7-8
Acro combines techniques used in both dance and acrobatics. Flexibility, contortion, balance, and tumbling skills.
Performs 1 routine in Motivate's MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Wednesday
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
Blue
Motivate Dance
Lyrical Beginner/Intermediate ages 9-11
This 45 minute class introduces lyrical technique to 9-11 year olds. Lyrical combines ballet technique with popular music. Lyrical is often described as a style that is performed to the lyrics of the music and has a soft, flowy quality. This class is a great way to learn how to express emotions through dance. No previous dance experience is needed, however it is recommended to also take ballet and jazz so students can further their understanding of the techniques used in this style.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Wednesday
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
Purple
Motivate Dance
Stretch and Conditioning Beginner/Intermediate ages 12-18
This is a 45 minute class that focuses on improving dancer's flexibility and strength.
Does NOT preform at recital.
Wednesday
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Ballet/Jazz Beginner/Intermediate ages 9-11
Ballet/Jazz Beginner/Intermediate 9-11
Introduces basic dance vocabulary. Emphasizes ballet and jazz technique.
Performs 2 routines at Motivate's MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Wednesday
5:45 PM to 7:00 PM
Purple
Motivate Dance
Ballet Technique Beginner/Advanced ages 12-18
Ballet Technique beginner-advanced ages 12-18, is an additional ballet class for dancers. This class is designed to continue technique learned in other classes throughout the week, and also serves as a make-up class when dancers are absent. This class is REQUIRED for pointe.
There is NO recital dance for this class.
Wednesday
6:00 PM to 6:45 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Hip Hop ages 3-4
Hip Hop ages 3-4
This style is performed with upbeat music and high energy. This class teaches students how to coordinate strong movements with popular music. If your child is interested in trying out dance for the first time and wants a less formal atmosphere, this is the class you’re looking for! No previous dance experience needed.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Wednesday
6:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Blue
Motivate Dance
Acro ages 3-4
Ages 2.5-4
Combines techniques used in both dance and acrobatics. Flexibility, contortion, balance, and tumbling skills.
Performs 1 routine in Motivate's MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Wednesday
6:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Blue
Motivate Dance
Jazz Technique Beginner-Advanced ages 12-18
This is a 30 minute beginner-advanced class for 12-18 year olds. Jazz is a fast-paced dance style that is performed to popular music. This class focuses on technique, coordinating sharp and strong movements, and using facial expression.
Does NOT perform at recital.
Wednesday
6:45 PM to 7:15 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Acro Advanced ages 9-11
Advanced Acro 9-11
Combines techniques used in both dance and acrobatics. Flexibility, contortion, balance, and tumbling skills.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Wednesday
7:00 PM to 7:45 PM
Blue
Motivate Dance
Acro Intermediate ages 9-11
Intermediate Acro 9-11
Acro combines techniques used in both dance and acrobatics. Flexibility, contortion, balance, and tumbling skills.
Performs 1 routine in Motivate's MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Wednesday
7:00 PM to 7:45 PM
Blue
Motivate Dance
Contemporary Technique Intermediate/Advanced ages 12-18
This 30 minute combined class introduces contemporary technique for ages 12-18. Contemporary uses ballet and jazz techniques, and is different from lyrical as it is less reliant on the lyrics of a song and more about the movement quality itself. This class focuses on combining contemporary technique, movement quality, and performance aspects. Previous dance experience is needed, it is also recommended to take Ballet and Jazz so students can further their understanding of the techniques used in this style.
Does NOT preform in recital.
Wednesday
7:15 PM to 7:45 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Tap Beginner/Intermediate ages 12-18
This 45 minute beginner/intermediate tap class is for ages 12-18. In this class, students will continue to learn musicality and rhythm by creating a sequence of sounds with their own feet, along with using facial expressions. No previous dance experience is needed, however we recommend that this class is taken along with other classes to enhance students’ musicality skills in all dance styles.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Wednesday
7:45 PM to 8:30 PM
Purple
Motivate Dance
Tap Intermediate/Advanced ages 12-18
This 45 minute tap class is for advanced dancers age 12-18. . In this class, students will continue to learn musicality and rhythm by creating a sequence of sounds with their own feet, along with using facial expressions. No previous dance experience is needed, however we recommend that this class is taken along with other classes to enhance students’ musicality skills in all dance styles.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Wednesday
7:45 PM to 8:30 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Hip Hop Beginner/Intermediate ages 9-11
Hip Hop beginner 9-11
This style is performed with upbeat music and high energy. This beginner class teaches students how to coordinate strong movements with popular music, while also continuing to teach Hip Hop culture and facial expressions.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Thursday
4:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Purple
Motivate Dance
Hip Hop Intermediate/Advanced ages 9-11
Hip Hop Intermediate/Advanced 9-11
This style is performed with upbeat music and high energy. This class teaches students how to coordinate strong movements with popular music.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Thursday
4:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Ballet/Tap ages 3-4
This is a 45 minute class that introduces ballet and tap to preschoolers and kindergartners. This class is designed to teach students basic dance vocabulary while using creativity through movement. No previous dance experience is needed. Ballet/Tap ages 3-4 will perform one ballet and one tap dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 9-11, 2023.
Thursday
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
Blue
Motivate Dance
Ballet/Tap ages 5-6
Ballet/Tap 5-6
Introduces basic dance vocabulary. Emphasizes ballet and tap technique.
Performs 2 routines at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Thursday
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Stretch and Conditioning Beginner/Intermediate ages 7-11
This is a 45 minute class that focuses on improving dancer's flexibility and strength.
Does NOT preform at recital.
Thursday
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
Purple
Motivate Dance
Acro ages 5-6
Ages 4.5-6
Acro combines techniques used in both dance and acrobatics. Flexibility, contortion, balance, and tumbling skills.
Performs 1 routine in Motivate's MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Thursday
5:45 PM to 6:15 PM
Blue
Motivate Dance
Musical Theatre ages 12-18
This is a 45 minute class that introduces Musical Theatre techniques. Musical Theatre is a style that can be recognized on a Broadway stage, and typically involves both dancing and singing. No previous dance experience is needed, however it is recommended to also take Jazz to increase technical ability.
Preforms 1 dance in Motivate's MANDATORY recital June 6-9th, 2024.
Thursday
5:45 PM to 6:30 PM
Purple
Motivate Dance
Musical Theatre Beginner/Intermediate ages 7-11
This is a 45 minute class that introduces Musical Theatre techniques. Musical Theatre is a style that can be recognized on a Broadway stage, and typically involves both dancing and singing. No previous dance experience is needed, however it is recommended to also take Jazz to increase technical ability.
Preforms 1 dance at Motivate's MANDATORY recital June 6-9th, 2024.
Thursday
5:45 PM to 6:30 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Ballet Technique Beginner/Advanced ages 12-18
This class is designed to continue techniques of ballet throughout the entire year, without the pressure of learning a recital routine. Dancers will work on improving skills that are taught in other classes, as well as improvisation and performance techniques. This class is REQUIRED for Pointe.
Technique classes will NOT perform a dance in Motivate's recital.
Thursday
6:30 PM to 7:15 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Ballet Technique Intermediate/Advanced ages 9-11
This class is designed to continue techniques of ballet throughout the entire year, without the pressure of learning a recital routine. Dancers will work on improving skills that are taught in other classes, as well as improvisation and performance techniques. This class is REQUIRED for Pointe.
Technique classes will NOT perform a dance in Motivate's recital.
Thursday
6:30 PM to 7:15 PM
Purple
Motivate Dance
Ballet Choreo ALL LEVELS ages 12-18
This Ballet Choreography Class is for ages 12-18 and is for Beginner-Advanced dancers. Dancers in Pointe/Pre-pointe may not participate in this class as class time conflicts. You MUST be enrolled in Ballet Technique on Thursdays to register.
Preforms 1 dance at Motivate's MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Thursday
7:15 PM to 7:45 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Pointe Advanced ages 12-18
Pointe continues ballet technique 'en Pointe'. Pointe can be dangerous if not done correctly, so dancers must be tested by the instructor before becoming eligible to wear Pointe shoes. Dancers must also take Ballet Technique before this class to be properly warmed up for Pointe work.
Preforms 1 dance at Motivate's MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Thursday
7:15 PM to 8:00 PM
Blue
Motivate Dance
Pre-Pointe Intermediate/Advanced ages 9-11
This 45 minute class is for the aspiring 'en Pointe' dancer. Must be enrolled in Ballet Tech.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Thursday
7:15 PM to 8:00 PM
Purple
Motivate Dance
Jazz Choreo Intermediate-Advanced ages 12-18
This is a 30 minute intermediate-advanced class for 12-18 year olds. Jazz is a fast-paced dance style that is performed to popular music. This class focuses on technique, coordinating sharp and strong movements, and using facial expression. No previous dance experience is needed, however it is recommended to also take Ballet Tech or Choreo to increase technical ability.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Thursday
8:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Jazz Choreo Beginner-Intermediate ages 12-18
This is a 30 minute class that continues jazz technique. Jazz is a fast-paced dance style that is performed to popular music. This class focuses on technique, coordinating sharp and strong movements, and using facial expression. No previous dance experience is needed, however it is recommended to also take Ballet Tech or Choreo to increase technical ability.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Thursday
8:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Purple
Motivate Dance
Contemporary Choreo Beginner/Intermediate ages 12-18
This 30 minute class continues contemporary technique for 12-18 year olds. Contemporary uses ballet and jazz techniques, and is different from lyrical as it is less reliant on the lyrics of a song and more about the movement quality itself. This class focuses on combining contemporary technique, movement quality, and performance aspects. No previous dance experience is needed, however it is recommended to also take Ballet and Jazz so students can further their understanding of the techniques used in this style.
This class performs one routine at Motivate's Mandatory Recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Thursday
8:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Contemporary Choreo Intermediate/Advanced ages 12-18
This 30 minute class continues advanced contemporary technique for 12-18 year olds. Contemporary uses ballet and jazz techniques, and is different from lyrical as it is less reliant on the lyrics of a song and more about the movement quality itself. This class focuses on combining contemporary technique, movement quality, and performance aspects.
This class performs one routine at Motivate's Mandatory Recital, June 6-9, 2024.
Thursday
8:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Purple
Motivate Dance

RecitalFinale 2024

Name
Days
Location
Finale 2024
All Motivate dancers ages 9-18 are invited to participate in our recital Finale! This dance is performed at the very end of Main Show 1 & 2, and is a very special opportunity! The Finale ties the recital theme together, and it allows the show to end with a very memorable routine! Dancers will wear the finale t-shirt and plain black bottoms for this performance.
There will be 4 rehearsals. Dancers are REQUIRED to attend all 4 scheduled rehearsals. Because we have a limited amount of time to prepare this routine, dancers missing any practices will be asked not to participate (no refund). Any dancer signed up for finale will be REQUIRED to be at both Main shows.
REHEARSAL DATES/TIMES:
Saturday, May 18 10-11:30 AM
Sunday, May 19 10:30-11:30 AM
Saturday, June 1 10-11:30 AM
Monday, June 3 4:45-6:00 PM

10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Green
Motivate Dance

Summer 2024

Name
Days
Location
Acro Clinic: Aerials
Improve your tumbling skills at this two-day acro clinic!
Skill Prerequisites:
One-handed cartwheel

What to wear: leotard or form-fitting tank top, athletic shorts or leggings, barefoot
Saturday Sunday
2:45 PM to 3:45 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Acro Clinic: Beginner Basics
Improve your tumbling skills at this two-day acro clinic!
Skill Prerequisites:
n/a

What to wear: leotard or form-fitting tank top, athletic shorts or leggings, barefoot
Saturday Sunday
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Acro Clinic: Contortion
Improve your tumbling skills at this two-day acro clinic!
Skill Prerequisites:
n/a

What to wear: leotard or form-fitting tank top, athletic shorts or leggings, barefoot
Saturday Sunday
12:15 PM to 1:15 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Acro Clinic: Handsprings
Improve your tumbling skills at this two-day acro clinic!
Skill Prerequisites:
front and back walkovers

What to wear: leotard or form-fitting tank top, athletic shorts or leggings, barefoot
Saturday Sunday
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Acro Clinic: Walkovers
Improve your tumbling skills at this two-day acro clinic!
Skill Prerequisites:
backbend

What to wear: leotard or form-fitting tank top, athletic shorts or leggings, barefoot
Saturday Sunday
1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Adult Ballet
Beginner/Intermediate Ballet technique and terminology

What to wear: Any athletic type clothing, barefoot, socks, or ballet shoes
Thursday
5:45 PM to 6:15 PM
Purple
Motivate Dance
Adult Hip Hop
Beginner/Intermediate Hip Hop grooves and technique

What to wear: Any athletic type clothing, clean tennis shoes
Monday
7:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Purple
Motivate Dance
Adult Tap
Beginner/Intermediate Tap terminology and movement

What to wear: Any athletic type clothing, tap shoes or clean tennis shoes
Tuesday
7:45 PM to 8:15 PM
Purple
Motivate Dance
Advanced Acro (ages 10-12)
Weekly acro classes for more advanced and experienced tumblers
Skill Prerequisites:
Front and Back Walkover
One-Handed Cartwheel
Chin Stand
Monday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Purple
Motivate Dance
Advanced Acro (ages 13-18)
Weekly acro classes for more advanced and experienced tumblers
Skill Prerequisites:
Front Handspring
Front and Back Walkover
Aerial Cartwheel
Back Arabian
Monday
5:45 PM to 6:30 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Advanced Acro (ages 6-9)
Weekly acro classes for more advanced and experienced tumblers
Skill Prerequisites:
Backbend
Front Limber
Cartwheel
Tuesday
4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Advanced Ballet (ages 10-12)
Ballet class for more experienced dancers
Monday
5:45 PM to 6:30 PM
Purple
Motivate Dance
Advanced Ballet (ages 6-9)
Ballet class for more experienced dancers
Tuesday
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Advanced Jazz (ages 10-12)
Jazz class for more experienced dancers
Tuesday
6:15 PM to 6:45 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Advanced Jazz (ages 6-9)
Jazz class for more experienced dancers
Tuesday
6:15 PM to 6:45 PM
Purple
Motivate Dance
Artist Adventure (ages 6-9)
Bring your love for dance AND art together into the spotlight! Dancers will explore different arts and crafts

What to wear: art clothes (something that can get stained), barefoot
Monday Tuesday Wednesday
9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Green
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Ballet (ages 13-18)
Continuing Ballet technique and terminology
Monday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Green
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Beg/Int Combo (ages 10-12)
Introductory Ballet and Jazz class
Thursday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Purple
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Beg/Int Combo (ages 6-9)
Introductory Ballet and Jazz class
Wednesday
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
Blue
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Beginner Acro (ages 10-12)
Weekly acro classes to learn basic tumbling skills
Monday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Blue
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Beginner Acro (Ages 2.5-5)
Weekly acro classes to learn basic tumbling skills
Wednesday
6:15 PM to 6:45 PM
Blue
Motivate Dance
Beginner Acro (Ages 2.5-5)
Weekly acro classes to learn basic tumbling skills
Thursday
5:15 PM to 5:45 PM
Green
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Beginner Acro (ages 6-9)
Weekly acro classes to learn basic tumbling skills
Wednesday
6:15 PM to 7:00 PM
Purple
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Beginner Combo (Ballet/Tap ages 2.5-5)
Introductory Ballet and Tap
Wednesday
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
Purple
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Beginner Combo (Ballet/Tap ages 2.5-5)
Introductory Ballet and Tap
Thursday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Green
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Beginner Hip Hop (ages 2.5-5)
Introductory Hip Hop class
Wednesday
5:45 PM to 6:15 PM
Purple
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Beginner Hip Hop (ages 2.5-5)
Introductory Hip Hop class
Thursday
5:45 PM to 6:15 PM
Green
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Contemporary (ages 10-12)
Introductory Contemporary class
Tuesday
6:45 PM to 7:15 PM
Green
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Contemporary (ages 13-18)
Continuing contemporary style, improvisation, and choreography
Wednesday
6:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Green
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Hip Hop (ages 10-12)
Introductory Hip Hop class
Monday
7:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Purple
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Hip Hop (ages 13-18)
Introducing and continuing Hip Hop grooves and technique
Monday
6:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Green
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Hip Hop (ages 6-9)
Introductory Hip Hop class
Tuesday
7:15 PM to 7:45 PM
Purple
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Intermediate Acro (ages 10-12)
Weekly acro classes for intermediate tumblers
Skill Prerequisites:
Backbend
Cartwheel
Handstand
Front Limber
Tuesday
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
Purple
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Intermediate Acro (ages 6-9)
Weekly acro classes for intermediate tumblers
Skill Prerequisites:
Bridge
Cartwheel
Handstand
Tuesday
4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Purple
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Jazz (ages 13-18)
Continuing Jazz technique and terminology
Wednesday
6:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Green
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Leaps, Turns, & Tricks (Ages 10-12)
Specifically focuses on ballet and jazz skills that require more attention to detail
Tuesday
5:45 PM to 6:15 PM
Purple
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Leaps, Turns, & Tricks (ages 13-18)
Specifically focuses on ballet and jazz skills that require more attention to detail
Wednesday
7:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Green
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Leaps, Turns, Tricks (ages 6-9)
Specifically focuses on ballet and jazz skills that require more attention to detail
Tuesday
5:45 PM to 6:15 PM
Green
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Lyrical (ages 6-9)
Introductory Lyrical class
Tuesday
6:45 PM to 7:15 PM
Purple
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Musical Theatre (ages 13-18)
Introductory Musical Theatre class (singing, acting, and dancing!)
Wednesday
5:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Green
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Musical Theatre (ages 6-9)
Introductory Musical Theatre class
Thursday
5:15 PM to 5:45 PM
Purple
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Musical Theatre 10-12
Introductory Musical Theatre class
Monday
5:15 PM to 5:45 PM
Purple
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On a Roll Camp: Paw Patrol Acro (ages 2.5-6)
Fans of Paw Patrol will love this new acro-based camp! Includes daily snack and craft.
What to wear: athletic or dance clothing, barefoot
Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Green
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Pom (ages 10-12)
Introductory pom class
Monday
6:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Purple
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Pom (ages 13-18)
Introductory pom class
Wednesday
5:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Green
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Pom (ages 6-9)
Introductory pom class
Monday
5:15 PM to 5:45 PM
Blue
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Princess Academy (ages 2.5-6)
Learn what it take to dance like a princess at our Princess Academy! Camp includes daily snack, daily craft, and princess dress. Dancers will perform a routine for friends and family at the end of the camp.

What to wear: athletic, dance clothing, princess attire, ballet shoes or barefoot
Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Green
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Spirit Squad-Summerfest Parade (ages 6-18)
Represent Motivate Dance this summer in Ankeny’s Summerfest parade on 7/13. Learn a pom routine to perform!
Includes Spirit Squad uniform and poms
Thursday
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
Green
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Stretch & Conditioning (ages 6-12)
Improve flexibility and stay in shape this summer!
Tuesday
4:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Blue
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Stretch and Conditioning (ages 13-18)
Improve flexibility and stay in shape this summer!
Wednesday
7:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Green
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Summer Musical
Acting, Dancing, Singing! Learn a musical and perform at the end of summer! Costume included.
Wednesday
4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Green
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Swiftie Stars Camp (ages 6-12)
Calling all Taylor Swift fans! Join us on a dance tour through the Eras of this artist's music. Includes daily snack and craft.
What to wear: athletic or dance clothing, jazz shoes or barefoot
Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Green
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Tap (ages 10-12)
Introductory Tap class
Tuesday
7:15 PM to 7:45 PM
Green
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Tap (Ages 13-18)
Intermediate/Advanced Tap terminology and movement
Monday
4:15 PM to 4:45 PM
Green
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Tap (ages 6-9)
Introductory Tap class
Wednesday
5:45 PM to 6:15 PM
Blue
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Technique Week (ages 10-12) June 24-28
Learn all different styles of dance and get in gear for the upcoming season at Technique Week! Camp package includes: Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Flexibility, Conditioning, Leaps and Turns.

What to wear: athletic or dance clothing, ballet shoes, jazz shoes, lyrical turners, clean tennis shoes
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Green
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Technique Week (ages 13-18) July 15-19
Learn all different styles of dance and get in gear for the upcoming season at Technique Week! Camp package includes: Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Flexibility, Conditioning, Leaps and Turns.

What to wear: athletic or dance clothing, ballet shoes, jazz shoes, lyrical turners, clean tennis shoes
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Green
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Technique Week (ages 6-9) July 8-12
Learn all different styles of dance and get in gear for the upcoming season at Technique Week! Camp package includes: Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Flexibility, Conditioning, Leaps and Turns.

What to wear: athletic or dance clothing, ballet shoes, jazz shoes, lyrical turners, clean tennis shoes
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Green
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2024-2025 Season

Name
Days
Location
Acro ages 5-6
Ages 5-6.
Acro combines techniques used in both dance and acrobatics. Flexibility, contortion, balance, and tumbling skills.
Performs 1 routine in Motivate's MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Monday
4:15 PM to 4:45 PM
Purple
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Ballet/Tap Ages 3-4
Introduces basic dance vocabulary. Emphasizes ballet and tap technique.
Performs 2 routines at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025
Monday
4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Blue
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Ballet/Tap ages 5-6
Ballet/Tap 5-6
Introduces basic dance vocabulary. Emphasizes ballet and tap technique.
Performs 2 routines at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025
Monday
4:45 PM to 5:30 PM
Green
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Lyrical ages 7-9
This 45 minute class introduces lyrical technique to 7-9 year olds. Lyrical combines ballet technique with popular music. Lyrical is often described as a style that is performed to the lyrics of the music and has a soft, flowy quality. This class is a great way to learn how to express emotions through dance. No previous dance experience is needed.
Performs one dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025
Monday
4:45 PM to 5:30 PM
Purple
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Ballet/Jazz ages 7-9
This is a 60 minute beginning ballet and jazz class for 7-9 year olds. This class continues and extends ballet terminology and introduces jazz technique. Students who take this class will learn two contrasting styles to become a more versatile dancer. Ballet enforces classical etiquette and grace while jazz involves sharp movements danced to popular music. No previous dance experience is needed.
Performs a ballet dance and a jazz dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025
Monday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Blue
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Acro ages 7-9
Ages 7-9 Acro combines techniques used in both dance and acrobatics. Flexibility, contortion, balance, and tumbling skills.
Performs 1 routine in Motivate's MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Monday
6:30 PM to 7:15 PM
Blue
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Ballet Tech ages 10-12 (Advanced)
This is a 45 minute Advanced ballet technique class for ages 10-12. This advanced level class continues to teach students to focus on their body alignment, etiquette, vocabulary, turnout, musicality, and quality of movement. Previous dance experience is required, this class moves at a faster pace as it is assumed that dancers already know beginner level ballet terminology.
This class does not perform in Motivate's annual recital.
Monday
6:45 PM to 7:30 PM
Green
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Hip Hop ages 7-9
Hip Hop ages 7-9
This style is performed with upbeat music and high energy. This beginner-intermediate level class continues to teach students how to coordinate strong movements with popular music, while also continuing to teach Hip Hop culture and facial expressions. No previous dance experience needed.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Monday
7:15 PM to 7:45 PM
Blue
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Ballet Choreo ages 10-12 (Advanced)
This is a 30 minute Advanced ballet choreography class for ages 10-12. This class focuses on ballet movement in center and performance aspects of ballet. Must also be enrolled in ballet technique.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Monday
7:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Green
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Ballet/Jazz ages 10-12
Ballet/Jazz ages 10-12
Introduces basic dance vocabulary. Emphasizes ballet and jazz technique.
Performs a ballet dance and a jazz dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025
Monday
7:45 PM to 8:45 PM
Blue
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Ballet Tech ages 13-18 (Advanced)
This is a 45 minute Advanced ballet technique class for ages 13-18. This advanced level class continues to teach students to focus on their body alignment, etiquette, vocabulary, turnout, musicality, and quality of movement. Previous dance experience is required, this class moves at a faster pace as it is assumed that dancers already know beginner level ballet terminology.
This class does not perform in Motivate's annual recital.
Monday
8:00 PM to 8:45 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Ballet Choreo ages 13-18 (Advanced)
This is a 30 minute Advanced ballet choreography class for ages 13-18. This class focuses on ballet movement in center and performance aspects of ballet. Must also be enrolled in ballet technique.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Monday
8:45 PM to 9:15 PM
Green
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Hip Hop ages 3-4
Hip Hop ages 3-4
This style is performed with upbeat music and high energy. This class teaches students how to coordinate strong movements with popular music. If your child is interested in trying out dance for the first time and wants a less formal atmosphere, this is the class you’re looking for! No previous dance experience needed.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Tuesday
4:15 PM to 4:45 PM
Blue
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Hip Hop ages 5-6
Hip Hop ages 5-6
This style is performed with upbeat music and high energy. This class teaches students how to coordinate strong movements with popular music. If your child is interested in trying out dance for the first time and wants a less formal atmosphere, this is the class you’re looking for! No previous dance experience needed.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Tuesday
4:15 PM to 4:45 PM
Blue
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Musical Theatre ages 7-9
This is a 45 minute class that introduces Musical Theatre techniques. Musical Theatre is a style that can be recognized on a Broadway stage, and typically involves both dancing and singing. No previous dance experience is needed, however it is recommended to also take Jazz to increase technical ability.
Preforms 1 dance at Motivate's MANDATORY recital June 5-7, 2025
Tuesday
4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Purple
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Acro ages 5-6
Ages 5-6
Acro combines techniques used in both dance and acrobatics. Flexibility, contortion, balance, and tumbling skills.
Performs 1 routine in Motivate's MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Tuesday
4:45 PM to 5:15 PM
Blue
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Pom ages 10-12
Pom ages 10-12
This style is often performed by dance and cheer teams and includes techniques from both while using poms. Usually performed to high energy songs and incorporates strong, fast arm movements. No previous dance experience needed.
Performs 1 routine in Motivate's MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Tuesday
4:45 PM to 5:15 PM
Purple
Motivate Dance
Ballet/Jazz ages 7-9
This is a 60 minute beginning ballet and jazz class for 7-9 year olds. This class continues and extends ballet terminology and introduces jazz technique. Students who take this class will learn two contrasting styles to become a more versatile dancer. Ballet enforces classical etiquette and grace while jazz involves sharp movements danced to popular music. No previous dance experience is needed.
Performs a ballet dance and a jazz dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Tuesday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Purple
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Acro ages 10-12 (Advanced)
Advanced Acro 10-12
Combines techniques used in both dance and acrobatics. Flexibility, contortion, balance, and tumbling skills.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Tuesday
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
Green
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Acro ages 10-12 (Beg/Int)
Beginner/Intermediate Acro 10-12
Acro combines techniques used in both dance and acrobatics. Flexibility, contortion, balance, and tumbling skills.
Performs 1 routine in Motivate's MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025
Tuesday
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
Blue
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Choreography ages 10-12
This 45 minute class is for those looking to explore choreography and assist with choreographing their own routine. No previous dance experience needed. Ballet, Jazz, and Lyrical are all recommended styles to accompany this class.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025
Tuesday
6:00 PM to 6:45 PM
Purple
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Pom ages 13-18
Pom ages 13-18
This style is often performed by dance and cheer teams and includes techniques from both while using poms. Usually performed to high energy songs and incorporates strong, fast arm movements. No previous dance experience needed.
Performs 1 routine in Motivate's MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Tuesday
6:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Pom ages 7-9
Pom ages 7-9
This style is often performed by dance and cheer teams and includes techniques from both while using poms. Usually performed to high energy songs and incorporates strong, fast arm movements. No previous dance experience needed.
Performs 1 routine in Motivate's MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Tuesday
6:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Blue
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Acro ages 13-18 (Advanced)
Advanced Acro 13-18
Combines Techniques used both dance and acrobatics. Flexibility, contortion, balance, and tumbling skills.
Performs 1 dance in Motivate's MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Tuesday
6:30 PM to 7:15 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Acro ages 13-18 (Beg/Int)
Beginner/Intermediate Acro 13-18
Combines Techniques used both dance and acrobatics. Flexibility, contortion, balance, and tumbling skills.
Performs 1 dance in Motivate's MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Tuesday
6:30 PM to 7:15 PM
Blue
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Tap ages 7-9
This 30 minute class is for ages 7-9. Tap teaches students musicality and rhythm by learning to create a sequence of sounds with their own feet. No previous dance experience is needed, however we recommend that this class is taken along with other classes to enhance students’ musicality skills in all dance styles. Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital June 5-7, 2025
Tuesday
6:45 PM to 7:15 PM
Purple
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Lyrical ages 7-9
This 45 minute class is the for ages 7-9. Lyrical combines ballet technique with popular music. Lyrical is often described as a style that is performed to the lyrics of the music and has a soft, flowy quality. This class is a great way to learn how to express emotions through dance. No previous dance experience is needed, however it is recommended to also take ballet and jazz so students can further their understanding of the techniques used in this style.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital June 5-7, 2025.
Tuesday
7:15 PM to 8:00 PM
Blue
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Jazz Choreo ages 13-18 (Advanced)
This is a 30 minute advanced class for 13-18 year olds. Jazz is a fast-paced dance style that is performed to popular music. This class focuses on technique, coordinating sharp and strong movements, and using facial expression. Previous experience required.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Tuesday
7:45 PM to 8:15 PM
Purple
Motivate Dance
Jazz Choreo ages 13-18 (Beg/Int)
This is a 30 minute class that continues jazz technique. Jazz is a fast-paced dance style that is performed to popular music. This class focuses on technique, coordinating sharp and strong movements, and using facial expression. No previous dance experience is needed, however it is recommended to also take Ballet and Jazz Tech to increase technical ability.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Tuesday
7:45 PM to 8:15 PM
Green
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Hip Hop ages 10-12 (Advanced)
Hip Hop 10-12 Advanced
This style is performed with upbeat music and high energy. This class teaches students how to coordinate strong movements with popular music. Previous experience required
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Tuesday
8:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Blue
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Contemporary Choreo ages 13-18 (Advanced)
This 30 minute class continues advanced contemporary technique for 13-18 year olds. Contemporary uses ballet and jazz techniques, and is different from lyrical as it is less reliant on the lyrics of a song and more about the movement quality itself. This class focuses on combining contemporary technique, movement quality, and performance aspects. Previous experience required.
This class performs one routine at Motivate's Mandatory Recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Tuesday
8:15 PM to 8:45 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Contemporary Choreo ages 13-18 (Beg/Int)
This 30 minute class continues contemporary technique for 13-18 year olds. Contemporary uses ballet and jazz techniques, and is different from lyrical as it is less reliant on the lyrics of a song and more about the movement quality itself. This class focuses on combining contemporary technique, movement quality, and performance aspects. No previous dance experience is needed, however it is recommended to also take Ballet and Jazz so students can further their understanding of the techniques used in this style.
This class performs one routine at Motivate's Mandatory Recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Tuesday
8:15 PM to 8:45 PM
Purple
Motivate Dance
Hip Hop ages 13-18 (Advanced)
Hip Hop Intermediate/Advanced 13-18
This 45 minute class is for intermediate-advanced ages 13-18. This style is performed with upbeat music and high energy. This advanced level class continues to teach students how to coordinate strong movements with popular music, while also continuing to teach Hip Hop culture and facial expressions. Previous experience required.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Tuesday
8:45 PM to 9:30 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Hip Hop ages 13-18 (Beg/Int)
Hip Hop Beginner/Intermediate 13-18
This style is performed with upbeat music and high energy. This beginning-intermediate level class teaches students how to coordinate strong movements with popular music. If your child is interested in trying out dance for the first time and wants a less formal atmosphere, this is the class you’re looking for! No previous dance experience needed.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Tuesday
8:45 PM to 9:30 PM
Purple
Motivate Dance
Hip Hop ages 3-4
Hip Hop ages 3-4
This style is performed with upbeat music and high energy. This class teaches students how to coordinate strong movements with popular music. If your child is interested in trying out dance for the first time and wants a less formal atmosphere, this is the class you’re looking for! No previous dance experience needed.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Wednesday
4:15 PM to 4:45 PM
Blue
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Acro ages 5-6
Ages 5-6
Acro combines techniques used in both dance and acrobatics. Flexibility, contortion, balance, and tumbling skills.
Performs 1 routine in Motivate's MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Wednesday
4:45 PM to 5:15 PM
Blue
Motivate Dance
Ballet Tech ages 13-18 (Beg/Int)
This is a 45 minute ballet technique class for ages 13-18. This beginner/intermediate level class continues to teach students to focus on their body alignment, etiquette, vocabulary, turnout, musicality, and quality of movement. Previous experience not needed.
This class does not perform in Motivate's annual recital.
Wednesday
4:45 PM to 5:30 PM
Green
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Ballet/Tap ages 5-6
Ballet/Tap 5-6
Introduces basic dance vocabulary. Emphasizes ballet and tap technique.
Performs 2 routines at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025
Wednesday
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
Blue
Motivate Dance
Lyrical ages 10-12 (Advanced)
This 45 minute class continues lyrical technique for 10-12 year olds. Lyrical combines ballet technique with popular music. Lyrical is often described as a style that is performed to the lyrics of the music and has a soft, flowing quality. This class focuses on combining ballet and jazz technique, movement quality, and facial expression. No previous dance experience is needed, however it is recommended to also take Ballet and Jazz so students can further their understanding of the techniques used in this style. Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Wednesday
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Ballet Choreo ages 13-18 (Beg/Int)
This is a 30 minute ballet choreography class for ages 13-18. This class focuses on ballet movement in center and performance aspects of ballet. Must also be enrolled in ballet technique.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Wednesday
5:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Purple
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Jazz ages 10-12 (Advanced)
This is a 45 minute class is fast-paced, with sharp movements, performed to popular music. Technique, coordination, and using facial expressions.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Wednesday
6:00 PM to 6:45 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Tap ages 13-18 (Advanced)
This 45 minute tap class is for advanced dancers age 13-18. In this class, students will continue to learn musicality and rhythm by creating a sequence of sounds with their own feet, along with using facial expressions. Previous experience necessary.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Wednesday
6:00 PM to 6:45 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Tap ages 13-18 (Beg/Int)
This 45 minute beginner/intermediate tap class is for ages 13-18. In this class, students will continue to learn musicality and rhythm by creating a sequence of sounds with their own feet, along with using facial expressions. No previous dance experience is needed, however we recommend that this class is taken along with other classes to enhance students’ musicality skills in all dance styles.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025
Wednesday
6:00 PM to 6:45 PM
Blue
Motivate Dance
Choreography ages 13-18
This 45 minute class is for those looking to explore choreography and assist with choreographing their own routine. No previous dance experience needed. Ballet, Jazz, and Lyrical are all recommended styles to accompany this class.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025
Wednesday
6:45 PM to 7:30 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Tap ages 10-12 (Advanced)
This 30 minute tap class is for advanced dancers age 10-12. In this class, students will continue to learn musicality and rhythm by creating a sequence of sounds with their own feet, along with using facial expressions. Previous tap experience necessary.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Wednesday
6:45 PM to 6:15 PM
Purple
Motivate Dance
Tap ages 10-12 (Beg/Int)
This 30 minute beginner-intermediate tap class is for ages 10-12. In this class, students will continue to learn musicality and rhythm by creating a sequence of sounds with their own feet, along with using facial expressions.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Wednesday
6:45 PM to 7:15 PM
Blue
Motivate Dance
Lyrical ages 10-12 (Beg/Int)
This 45 minute class introduces lyrical technique to 10-12 year olds. Lyrical combines ballet technique with popular music. Lyrical is often described as a style that is performed to the lyrics of the music and has a soft, flowy quality. This class is a great way to learn how to express emotions through dance. No previous dance experience is needed, however it is recommended to also take ballet and jazz so students can further their understanding of the techniques used in this style.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Wednesday
7:15 PM to 8:00 PM
Blue
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Jazz Technique ages 13-18
This is a 30 minute class for 13-18 year olds. Jazz is a fast-paced dance style that is performed to popular music. This class focuses on technique, coordinating sharp and strong movements, and using facial expression.
Does NOT perform at recital.
Wednesday
7:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Contemporary Technique ages 13-18
This 30 minute combined class introduces contemporary technique for ages 13-18. Contemporary uses ballet and jazz techniques, and is different from lyrical as it is less reliant on the lyrics of a song and more about the movement quality itself. This class focuses on combining contemporary technique, movement quality, and performance aspects. Previous dance experience is needed, it is also recommended to take Ballet and Jazz so students can further their understanding of the techniques used in this style.
Does NOT preform in recital.
Wednesday
8:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Green
Motivate Dance
Ballet/Tap ages 3-4
This is a 45 minute class that introduces ballet and tap to preschoolers and kindergartners. This class is designed to teach students basic dance vocabulary while using creativity through movement. No previous dance experience is needed. Ballet/Tap ages 3-4 will perform one ballet and one tap dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025
Thursday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Blue
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Musical Theatre ages 10-12
This is a 45 minute class that introduces Musical Theatre techniques. Musical Theatre is a style that can be recognized on a Broadway stage, and typically involves both dancing and singing. No previous dance experience is needed, however it is recommended to also take Jazz to increase technical ability.
Preforms 1 dance at Motivate's MANDATORY recital June 5-7, 2025
Thursday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Purple
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Musical Theatre ages 13-18
This is a 45 minute class that introduces Musical Theatre techniques. Musical Theatre is a style that can be recognized on a Broadway stage, and typically involves both dancing and singing. No previous dance experience is needed, however it is recommended to also take Jazz to increase technical ability.
Preforms 1 dance at Motivate's MANDATORY recital June 5-7, 2025
Thursday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Green
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Hip Hop ages 5-6
Hip Hop ages 5-6
This style is performed with upbeat music and high energy. This class teaches students how to coordinate strong movements with popular music. If your child is interested in trying out dance for the first time and wants a less formal atmosphere, this is the class you’re looking for! No previous dance experience needed.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Thursday
5:15 PM to 5:45 PM
Green
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Stretch and Conditioning ages 10-12
This is a 45 minute class that focuses on improving dancer's flexibility and strength.
Does NOT preform at recital.
Thursday
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
Blue
Motivate Dance
Stretch and Conditioning ages 13-18
This is a 45 minute class that focuses on improving dancer's flexibility and strength.
Does NOT preform at recital.
Thursday
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
Purple
Motivate Dance
Ballet Technique ages 10-12
This class is designed to continue techniques of ballet throughout the entire year, without the pressure of learning a recital routine. Dancers will work on improving skills that are taught in other classes, as well as improvisation and performance techniques. This class is REQUIRED for Pointe and Pre-Pointe.
Technique classes will NOT perform a dance in Motivate's recital.
Thursday
6:00 PM to 6:45 PM
Blue
Motivate Dance
Ballet Technique ages 13-18
This class is designed to continue techniques of ballet throughout the entire year, without the pressure of learning a recital routine. Dancers will work on improving skills that are taught in other classes, as well as improvisation and performance techniques. This class is REQUIRED for Pointe and Pre-Pointe.
Technique classes will NOT perform a dance in Motivate's recital.
Thursday
6:00 PM to 6:45 PM
Green
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Hip Hop ages 7-9
Hip Hop ages 7-9
This style is performed with upbeat music and high energy. This beginner-intermediate level class continues to teach students how to coordinate strong movements with popular music, while also continuing to teach Hip Hop culture and facial expressions. No previous dance experience needed.
Performs 1 routine in Motivate's MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Thursday
6:45 PM to 7:15 PM
Purple
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Pointe
Pointe continues ballet technique 'en Pointe'. Pointe can be dangerous if not done correctly, so dancers must be tested by the instructor before becoming eligible to wear Pointe shoes. Dancers must also take Ballet Technique before this class to be properly warmed up for Pointe work.
Preforms 1 dance at Motivate's MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Thursday
6:45 PM to 7:30 PM
Blue
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Pre-Pointe
This 45 minute class is for the aspiring 'en Pointe' dancer. Must be enrolled in Ballet Technique.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Thursday
6:45 PM to 7:30 PM
Purple
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Acro ages 7-9
Ages 7-89
Acro combines techniques used in both dance and acrobatics. Flexibility, contortion, balance, and tumbling skills.
Performs 1 routine in Motivate's MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025.
Thursday
7:15 PM to 8:00 PM
Purple
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Hip Hop ages 10-12 (Beg/Int)
Hip Hop beginner/intermediate 10-12
This style is performed with upbeat music and high energy. This beginner class teaches students how to coordinate strong movements with popular music, while also continuing to teach Hip Hop culture and facial expressions.
Performs 1 dance at Motivate’s MANDATORY recital, June 5-7, 2025
Thursday
8:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Purple
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