Welcome to the Peoria Park District, Peoria, Illinois, USA

Fine Arts School of Dance

309-681-2861

lhuff@peoriaparks.org

GENERAL INFORMATION

About Our Youth Dance Classes

These classes are a progressive program of dance instruction. A dance revue will be held each May with costumes for any/all students in ballet, tap, jazz and Broadway Bound classes. Students must participate in both fall and winter/spring sessions to participate in the dance revue (although it is not mandatory).

Ballet is the study of a specific set of controlled movements (and their terminology) designed to develop strength, grace and flexibility.

Jazz combines graceful techniques and fast-paced dancing to create many different expressions in motion.

Tap develops coordination, timing, memory and rhythm skills.

Acrobatics consists of balancing skills such as somersaults, headstands, and cartwheels which increase flexibility and coordination.

Students must meet the minimum age requirement by the first day of class. Continuing, intermediate and advanced classes are for students with previous experience or instructor’s approval.

Dress Code

• Ballet, Tap, Jazz, and Broadway Bound:	Girls: Leotard, tights, ballet and tap shoes Boys: T-shirt, black tights, shorts or jazz pants, ballet and tap shoes
• Acrobatics & Tumbling:	Leotard, unitard, or sweat pants and gym shoes

Shoe Exchange

We know how fast children grow and how it affects your budget. We’re here to help with a box of pre-used dance shoes in assorted sizes available at the Dance Studio. Our students may exchange a pair of shoes for any one pair in the box or donate any dance shoes in good condition.

Class Locations

Franciscan Recreation Complex	908 Sterling Ave, West Peoria
Kids Creative Arts Center	4303 N. Prospect, Peoria Heights
Owens Center	1019 W. Lake, Lakeview Park

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