AGE: 6-8 YEARS OLD

DURATION: 45-MINUTES, 7 WEEKS

Dance Sampler is a non-recital class. 

Explore the fun and creativity of dance in this sampler! For the new or continuing student, each week will provide a fun dive into the foundations of popular dance styles, including ballet, musical theatre, and hip hop. Come move and groove with us!

Ballet or jazz shoes are recommended but not required. *Shoes/attire sold at the Onalaska YMCA.

AGE: 7-10 YEARS OLD

DURATION: 45 MINUTES, 7 WEEKS

Poms Dance is a non-recital class.

Pom dance is a fun style known for sharp movements and strong teamwork. Over the course of the session, dancers will be learning foundational skills/vocabulary and showing off their moves in high-energy routines. Poms will be provided.

Jazz shoes are recommended. Shoes/attire available at the Onalaska YMCA.

AGE: 9-12 YEARS OLD

DURATION: 50-MINUTES, 14 WEEKS

RECITAL: Sunday, December 12th | $65 non-refundable costume fee due at the time of registration

Elements of traditional ballet technique are incorporated at this age. Focus on proper body alignment in barre and center floor exercises.

Appropriate ballet attire is required: black leotard, pink tights (simple skirt allowed), and pink leather ballet shoes.

AGE: 13+ YEARS OLD

DURATION: 50-75 MINUTES*, 30 WEEKS (September – May)

*Level 2) 4:30-5:20 pm | Level 3) 4:30-5:45 pm

RECITAL: Saturday, May 7th  | $65 non-refundable costume fee due at the time of registration

This intermediate/advanced ballet class will challenge students with increased difficulty in barre and center work. Attention is paid to proper leg extension and shape of feet along with developing movement sequences, port de bras, and balance.

Pay in full or monthly drafts:

$312 Family Member Fee (or $39 per month)

$376 Youth Member Fee (or $47 per month)

AGE: 6-8 YEARS OLD

DURATION: 50-MINUTES, 14 WEEKS

RECITAL: Sunday, December 12th | $65 non-refundable costume fee due at the time of registration

This high-energy class is a great way to get moving! Designed for beginner students, this introductory hip hop and jazz level focuses on rhythm, musicality, and footwork.

Black jazz shoes and hip hop sneakers (or tennis shoes) are required for class. *Shoes/attire sold at the Onalaska YMCA.

AGE: 9-11 YEARS OLD

DURATION: 50-MINUTES, 14 WEEKS

RECITAL: Sunday, December 12th | $65 non-refundable costume fee due at the time of registration

Have fun with this upbeat, high-energy class! Combinations and choreography will incorporate styles of funk and urban dance while teaching students the origins of these popular styles.

Hip hop sneakers or tennis shoes required in class (shoes/attire available for purchase at the Onalaska YMCA).

AGE: 9-12 YEARS OLD

DURATION: 50-MINUTES, 14 WEEKS

RECITAL: Sunday, December 12th | $65 non-refundable costume fee due at the time of registration

Take your skills to the next level! Our knowledgeable and motivating instructors will help you with proper execution of jazz exercises and teach new jumps, leaps, and turns. This class will keep you moving!

Black jazz shoes are required (available for purchase at the Onalaska YMCA).

AGE: 13+ YEARS OLD

DURATION: 60 MINUTES, 30 WEEKS (September – May)

RECITAL: Saturday, May 7th  | $65 non-refundable costume fee due at the time of registration

Advanced-level jazz dance class for the committed dancer with a minimum of 2-3 years of jazz experience. Emphasis on more complex step combinations, isolations, jumps, turns, and runs. Placement at instructor discretion.

Pay in full or monthly drafts:

$312 Family Member Fee (or $39 per month)

$376 Youth Member Fee (or $47 per month)

AGE: 9-12 YEARS OLD

DURATION: 50-MINUTES, 14 WEEKS

RECITAL: Sunday, December 12th | $65 non-refundable costume fee due at the time of registration

*No class November 25

AGE: 9-11 YEARS OLD

DURATION: 50-MINUTES, 14 WEEKS

RECITAL: Sunday, December 12th | $65 non-refundable costume fee due at the time of registration

Tap is a fun style of dance that helps develop a sense of rhythm and timing. Our tap instructors help students focus on learning basic tap dance technique and steps. Introduction to shuffles, flaps/heels, Front Essence, Irish, Buffalo, Paradiddles, Cramp Rolls, tap turns, and much more.

AGE: 12+ YEARS OLD

DURATION: 60 MINUTES, 30 WEEKS (September – May)

RECITAL: Saturday, May 7th  | $65 non-refundable costume fee due at the time of registration

Continue to progress in your tap dance skills! Focus on clarity of sound and building speed while learning intermediate-level steps. Placement at instructor discretion.

Pay in full or monthly drafts:

$312 Family Member Fee (or $39 per month)

$376 Youth Member Fee (or $47 per month)

AGE: 14+ YEARS OLD

DURATION: 60 MINUTES, 30 WEEKS (September – May)

RECITAL: Saturday, May 7th  | $65 non-refundable costume fee due at the time of registration

Continue to progress in your tap dance skills! Students at this level will work on Riffs, Drawbacks, a variety of Time Steps, and more. Focus on clarity of sound, building speed, and progressing basics while learning intermediate-level steps. Placement at instructor discretion.

Pay in full or monthly drafts:

$312 Family Member Fee (or $39 per month)

$376 Youth Member Fee (or $47 per month)

Private lessons are a great opportunity for one-on-one attention for your dancer to continue to grow and learn. Private lessons allow for dancers to work on specific skills they need additional practice with or those that they prefer!

Contact Laura to schedule at [email protected]