MARTIAL ARTS

Kung Fu

Wing Chun Kung Fu is a Chinese martial art that relies on the body’s natural mechanics to perform its techniques. This allows any person of any build or experience to create their own personal connection to the martial art. We focus on building confidence, selfdiscipline, and peace of mind. Whether it is self-defense or a form of meditation, Wing Chun can help you find your path. No equipment or uniforms are necessary. A 5% discount if you register for two programs by contacting Summer Krones at skrones@ahpd.org. (SK)

Tae Kwon Do

This is a great program for young children. Discipline, respect and physical fitness will be stressed as children learn Tae Kwon Do in a fun, well-supervised environment. Stranger avoidance will also be covered. Uniforms are available for purchase separately but are not required. (SK)

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Aikido

Aikido uses throws, joint locks, and pins to counter the force of aggressors. It also employs wooden weapons (sword and staff) as a way to enhance training. Benefits of Aikido include developing focus, confidence, discipline, flexibility and coordination. Visit Northwest Aikido for more details. (KK) Camelot

Karate Club for Adults

Adults will learn martial arts at their own pace and level in a positive environment. This progressive martial arts program teaches the basics in karate, self-defense and kata with belt progression through Black Belt. The style taught is Goju-Shorei and builds self-esteem, confidence and leadership. (KK)

Karate Club

This program is specifically designed for children ages 4-14 and focuses on building confidence, protecting oneself, and teaches students about strangers and dangerous situations. (KK)

Shotokan Pre-Karate

In our Pre-Karate Safety classes, young children develop flexibility, strength, and coordination in fun, yet disciplined activities. Beginners: No prior experience. Continuers: One or more prior sessions. Intermediate/Advanced: Instructor permission required. Please visit www.iskc.com for more information or call 847.359.0666. (KK)

Shotokan Adult/Child

These classes are a great way to spend quality time with your child, while conditioning muscles, developing coordination, and improving cardiovascular fitness. Children ages 7+. Note: fees are per person. Adults may register individually as well. Please visit www.iskc.com for more information or call 847.359.0666. (KK)

Shotokan Karate

Our youth and adult classes offer a good mix of strength training, with cardiovascular and flexibility exercises, as well as self-defense skills. Please visit www.iskc.com for more information or call 847.359.0666. (KK)

Our dance programs offer a diverse and skill-building curriculum of professional, educational and fun classes for all ages. Dance instructors are trained professionals looking to give each participant a great class experience and foster their love of dance while developing poise and self-confidence. Our mission is to advocate artistic excellence through creativity and self-expression. Learn more at ahpd.org/expressions.

Important Dates:

August 24-May 1 : Season runs 32 weeks

• No Class: 9/2-9/4, 10/31 PM, 11/21-11/25, 12/20-1/1, 3/25-30

• Makeup dates may be held on no class dates

• September 15: Dance ages from cut-off

• January 14: Dance registration closes

• May 2 and 4: Tentative recital dates

2023-24 Dance Season Fees:

30 Minute Classes: $300R/$353NR

45 Minute Classes: $350R/$410NR

1 hour Classes: $385R/$457NR

+$10 for ages 6+ for costumes

Payment Details

• 50% due at time of registration

• 50% charged November 15

• Option to Pay in Full

• Mobile registration requires 100% payment

• Prorated refund requests accepted throughout the season

• Costume fee non-refundable after January 13

Class Placements

Class placement letters were mailed to previous students this summer. Didn't receive a letter or are new? Please contact Kate Schwarz, Cultural Arts Supervisor, at KSchwarz@ahpd.org. Learn more at ahpd.org/dance

Dress Code, Curriculum, Faculty and more can be found online. Tights, tap ties, ballet belts, dance bags & Expressions shirts also available for purchase online.

Intro To Dance

Explore the world of dance in this fun-filled class that gives a taste of different dance styles. Each week will focus on a dance discipline such as ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, or poms and hopes to spark an interest in multiple dance forms. Little dancers will work toward following instructions, gross motor skills and taking turns. Dancers are encouraged to join another dance class mid-session, after completion of this intro class.

Baby Ballet w/Parent

Parents will help introduce their child to the world of dance by participating alongside your child! Development and control of gross motor skills, following directions and taking turns are stressed. Please only one parent/caregiver per dancer. After spring break, parents are only invited in for half of the class time.

Storytime Ballet

Join the fun of ballet and the moving story of dance! Each class includes a story and ballet lesson.

Ballet & Tap I to III

For more information about these activities, please contact Kate Schwarz, Cultural Arts Supervisor, at KSchwarz@ahpd.org.

Dancers will be introduced to ballet and tap dance and will have the opportunity to practice both disciplines each week.

Hip Hop Tots

Preschoolers will learn basic jazz hip hop moves to popular songs.

Jazz & Tumble

Explore the fun of jazz dance and simple tumbling exercises for preschool children. Both activities will be included each week.

Mini Jazz Hip Hop

Dancers will learn basic jazz hip hop moves to popular songs.

Ballet I to III

Dancers will develop basic ballet technique, positions and terminology. Levels I & II are for beginner ballet dancers. Level III students should have 1-2 years of ballet experience.

Elite Ballet I to III

For the more serious dancer to develop more advanced ballet technique and skills. Dancers must be evaluated to enroll.*

Teen Ballet

For the recreational dancer to develop basic ballet technique, positions and terminology.

Pointe Prep I & II

Focuses on building the muscles and specific technique necessary to begin training for pointe. Students must also be enrolled and attend an additional ballet class. Students should expect to participate in 1-4 sessions of Pointe Prep before being considered for Pointe. Pointe Prep II dancers must be evaluated to enroll.*

Pre-Pointe/Pointe I

For dancers who are continuing to work toward advancing en pointe and a place for students that are new to pointe technique. Dancers must be evaluated to enroll.*

Pointe II

Focuses on technique and is for the advanced ballet dancer. Only pointe technique is covered in this class. Students must also be enrolled in an advanced ballet class. Dancers must be evaluated to enroll.*

Jazz

Dancers work to showcase their individual style and originality in this popular dance technique. Dancers will fine tune their jazz skills while working on coordination, flexibility and strength. Level III students require one year of jazz experience. Level IV, V & VI dancers must be evaluated to enroll. *

Lyrical I to VI

A combination of ballet and contemporary dance styles and technique that focuses on a connection with the music to tell a story. Work toward having choreography and expression that bring emotion and story to movement. Level IV, V & VI dancers must be evaluated to enroll. *

Contemporary I to III

Turns, leaps, dancing with emotion, and a range of dance techniques and styles will be used in this fun contemporary class. Dancers will be challenged with balance, floorwork, fall and recovery and improvisation. Choreography will allow students to push the boundaries of dance while having fun! Level III dancers must be evaluated to enroll.*.

Boys Hip Hop

Have fun working on hip hop freestyle and funky choreography! This relaxed class allows boys to pop and lock toward stronger confidence.

Jazz Hip Hop I and II

A fusion of jazz and hip hop dance styles are set to fun contemporary music for a class focused on stage presence and musicality.

Jazz Hip Hop Performance Class

The popular class, with a focus on performance! Work on technique and short routines.

Tap I to III

Work toward tap vocabulary, skills, timing and musicality. Levels are based on age.

Musical Theatre

Learn theatrical dance from popular Broadway hits! Students will explore classic jazz movement, musical theatre style and facial expressions that are perfect for the stage.

Acro I and II

Dancers challenge their flexibility in this blend of acrobatic skills and choreography.

Poms I and II

Combine strong dance execution skills with energy and enthusiasm!

Flexibility,

Jumps

and Turns I & II

Dancers improve technique and flexibility with jump and turn combinations.

Parent Tot Classes & Preschool Ballet Classes

Preschool Ballet & Tap Classes

Preschool Jazz & Hip Hop Classes

Jazz Classes

Lyrical & Contemporary Classes

UseD Dance Shoe Swap

Administration Center Dance Studio

August 16 • 5:30-6:30PM

We invite parents to “trade in” gently used dance shoes. All dance shoes will be donated and given out free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis. Only one pair of each type of shoe is allowed per child. Instructors will be present to meet new dancers.

Drop off is August 7-11

Please only donate shoes that are in good condition and can be worn by another child. Must have a matching pair. Drop off at Pioneer Community Center.

Vibe Dance Company

2023-2024 Season Auditions

Monday, August 7

Expressions Performing Arts Academy offers a competitive dance team experience for dedicated and well-rounded dancers. Company dancers rehearse each week preparing for multiple local events, competitions and conventions throughout the year. All members must also be enrolled in an additional ballet class. Learn more at ahpd.org/vibe

Hip Hop Fusion Classes

Tap & Musical Theatre Classes

Specialty Classes

Our Drama program helps students develop selfconfidence and the ability to express themselves to an audience. Our mission is to advocate artistic excellence through creativity and self-expression. Our drama instructors are professional educators and actors. Learn more at ahpd.org/expressions

Acting for Tots

Little actors will use their imaginations to explore the world of theatre! Students will learn through fun acting games, high-energy movement exercises, and silly vocal techniques. (KS)

Acting for Kids

Have fun in this beginning acting class! Aspiring actors learn skills that build a solid presence and confidence on stage through vocal and movement exercises, improvisation and character development. Activities are geared toward each individual actor, challenging them in a fun and meaningful way. (KS)

Show Choir for Tots

Students have the opportunity to sing and dance to some of their favorite songs! A small performance for parents will take place during the last class of the session. (KS)

Improv Fun & Games

Think quick and play great theatre and improv games! All experience levels are welcome. Improvisational acting techniques, theatre exercises, races and games will keep everyone thinking and laughing the entire class. (KS)

6-18 years

Wednesday, October 11 6PM Rehearsals

October 18-November 30 W, Th 6:30-8:30PM

Performances

Saturday, December 2 1PM and 3:30PM

Show Choir

Students have the opportunity to sing and dance to some of their favorite songs! There will be solo opportunities for interested participants. A small performance for parents will take place during the last class of the session. (KS)

Youth Choir: Holiday Favorites

Sing some of your favorite songs! There will be opportunities to sing solos for interested participants. A performance for family and friends takes place during the last class. (KS)

Scenes & Songs: “Matilda”

Join in the fun and explore the world of musical theatre! Participants will have a chance to perform songs from a show, focusing on acting, singing and movement. Young actors dive into characterization, reading scenes, improvisation, vocal technique and body awareness. (KS)

Center

Scenes & Songs: “The Little Mermaid”

Join in the fun and explore the world of musical theatre! Participants will have a chance to perform songs from a show, focusing on acting, singing and movement. Young actors dive into characterization, reading scenes, improvisation, vocal technique and body awareness. (KS)

Center

For more information about these activities, please contact Kate Schwarz, Cultural Arts Supervisor, at KSchwarz@ahpd.org.

Piano, Voice and Guitar

Private lessons and coaching are available for ages 7 to adult. Lessons are once a week for 30 minutes.

Learn more at ahpd.org/expressions

The Art program, for all ages, is designed to encourage creativity and self-expression. We strive for a class atmosphere that is friendly, fun and educational. Our instructors are professional educators with a passion for teaching. Learn more at ahpd.org/expressions

Please send children to class with appropriate clothing for participating in art classes. There is a $12 supply cost for all refunds, including requests received one week prior to class. No refunds will be issued after the second class.

ABC Art

ABC Art is a great way for children to learn the alphabet while creating their own masterpieces. Each week, Mrs. Droske introduces one new letter, then does an art project associated with that letter, and ends with a story and game featuring the day’s letter. This is a parent-tot class. (KS)

Awesome Afternoon Art

Chase away the afternoon blues by spending some fun time creating art at Pioneer Park! Come join Mrs. Droske for paint splattering, balloon wrapping, and paper bag popping fun! Silly surprises and artful adventures await us all! (KS)

Bam! Pow! Superhero Art

Superheroes are brave and strong and help people in need. In this superhero-themed art class, we'll create superhero belts, cuffs, and other accessories. Spiderman, Batman, and Superman crafts will help save Mrs. Droske when those pesky villains threaten havoc at Pioneer Park! (KS)

Enchanting Unicorn Art

Mrs. Droske, the unicorn tamer, will take you over the rainbow to make a unicorn headband, wearable unicorn tails, and a unicorn tote bag. Be dazzled by a sparkling unicorn ornament too! (KS) Pioneer

Festive Fall Fun

Johnny Appleseed will pay us a visit as we romp through this fall season class. Shiny red apple crafts and scampering squirrels will be so fun to make! Colorful leaf wreaths and an October surprise await us too! (KS) Pioneer

Let’s Give Thanks

Sharing and caring in this season of thanks will inspire our projects for this fall art class. A personalized pumpkin and a fall door hanger to welcome family and friends will be made. We will weave placemats and have a November feast with Mrs. Droske. (KS)

Shake, Rattle And Roll

Beethoven, Bach, and Mozart would be proud to see us listening to their music and creating our own musical instruments. We'll make colorful maracas, drums, tambourines, and other instruments to play in Mrs. Droske's lively band. (KS)

Happily Ever After Art

Your child will be enchanted by this art class. Fairy tale stories come to life through the use of painting, drawing and craft projects. (KS)

Amazing Animal Art

Explore the amazing animal kingdom while learning to draw and paint some of your favorite animal friends. This class will have both step by step assignments and individual assignments. Join us on an amazing safari around the world with animals. (KS)

Under The Sea

Under the deep blue sea is a magical world waiting to be discovered. As we explore this underworld kingdom with Mrs. Droske, we'll make brilliantly scaled fish, jeweled mermaids, and shiny submarines. Jellyfish mobiles and friendly crabs are some of the many sea projects that we will design. (KS)

It’s A Pirate’s Life For Me

This class is swashbuckling fun for students of all ages. Students will create their own treasure map game to play at home. We will be making treasure chests, flags, pirate ships and other things that relate to the exciting world of pirates. Everyone in this class must bring their wild imagination! You won't want to miss it. (KS)

Art Club

We’ll make crafts, paintings, drawings and work with clay. Club members vote on projects they want to do; therefore club members get to do projects that interest them. In each class, we’ll make one project and discuss ideas for the following week. (KS)

Art Studio: Teens & Adults

Be creative and use your artistic ability in this open studio. Experience making pottery, drawing, and painting using acrylic paints or pastel/colored/charcoal pencils. If you choose pottery, you’ll learn slab, coil, pinch, and wheel techniques. If drawing or painting is more your style, you can focus on landscapes, portraits, cartoons. Studio time is for those with an understanding of basic skills. (KS)

Cartoon Drawing

Learn how to create cartoons in this drawing class. We will begin with basic cartoon drawing techniques and continue with more advanced cartoons. (KS)

Clayworks: Pinch, Coil & Slab

Children love working with clay! They’ll create their own masterpieces using the pinch, coil and slab methods. No previous experience is necessary to enroll. Students work at their own pace and progress to more difficult projects according to ability. (KS)

Clones Attack: Star Wars Drawing Class!

Visit a galaxy far, far away and learn to clone your favorite Star Wars characters on paper and in clay. Explore clay, drawing and black light painting. (KS)

Drawing 101

Explore the art of drawing using various materials and combinations. We will introduce sketching, shading, one-point perspective, landscape, still life and figures. Fee includes all supplies. (KS)

Halloween Art Workshop Explosion!

Get into the spooky spirit by making Halloween decorations that are sure to scare! This workshop will include mixed media art projects: a clay spider on a charcoal spider web, a bat full moon painting, and an oil pastel pumpkin. Don’t miss this chance to get into the holiday spirit! (KS) Hasbrook

For more information about these activities, please contact Kate Schwarz, Cultural Arts Supervisor, at KSchwarz@ahpd.org.

Messy 3D Parent & Me

Explore the creative world of messy 3D with your child. Parents like to get messy, too! In this class, you’ll learn different techniques with step-by-step projects. Parent and child can work on projects together or create their own one-of-a-kind masterpieces. Kids will enjoy making all those fun but messy art projects they can’t do at home. Messy 3D projects include clay, plaster and much more! (KS)

Multi-Media Drawing

Explore the art of multi-media drawing using various materials and combinations. Charcoal, pastels, watercolor, ink and pencil projects are introduced. Since our instructors work with each student individually, all level participants are welcome to enroll. Fee includes all supplies. (KS)

Clayworks Parent & Me

Explore the creative world of Clayworks with your child. In this class you'll learn techniques like pinch, coil, slab as well as the pottery wheel. Parent/Grandparent and child work on projects together or create their own oneof-a-kind masterpieces. (KS)

Painting with Acrylics

Students paint only on canvas board with acrylic paints. Projects include still life, floral and landscapes. Students complete one to two paintings per session. This class is open to beginners, intermediate or advanced level students interested in developing their painting talents. (KS)

Thanksgiving Art Workshop Explosion!

Come ready to create a Thanksgiving feast! This art workshop will create pretend food in all sorts of ways: first a cornucopia filled with a fall harvest, then create a perfect Thanksgiving meal out of clay. Lastly, finish off the dinner with a paper-woven pie. Yum! (KS)

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