MARTIAL ARTS

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. (NA)

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

Kung Fu NEW!

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 find your path. No equipment or uniforms are necessary. (SK)

Forest

Aikido and Japanese Culture Camp NEW!

An Aikido Camp that taps into your superpower! Learn aikido martial arts through games and practice that moves the body, builds confidence and self-defense skills in a fun, cooperative environment. Each day includes instruction, team games, crafts, Japanese culture & basic language lessons plus snacks. No experience required. (KK)

Camelot

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)

Kid’s 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 Parent/Child and Youth Karate

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 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.

2023 Dance Season

June 12-August 5 ( 8 weeks)

• Winter/Spring dancers should enroll in the same level class for the summer session.

• Fall class placement letters will be mailed to current students by July 24.

• Fall 2023 session starts August 19.

Classes Descriptions

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.

Storytime Ballet

Join in the fun of ballet and the moving story of dance! Each class will include a story and ballet lesson.

Ballet & Tap I to III

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.

Summer Dance Fees

• 30-minute classes: $66 R/$89 NR

• 45-minute classes: $74 R/$97 NR

• 60-minute classes: $83 R/$112 NR

Jazz & Tumble

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.

Intro To Dance

A 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.

Ballet I to III

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

Elite Ballet is designed for the more serious dancer to develop more advanced ballet technique and skills. All dancers must have permission to enroll. New dancers should contact the administration center for more details and a placement evaluation.

Teen Ballet

Beginning Teen Ballet is designed for the recreational dancer to develop basic ballet technique, positions and terminology.

Pointe Prep I & II

This class 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.

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. Must have permission to enroll.

Pointe II

Pointe Ballet 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. Must have permission 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. Must have permission to enroll in levels IV, V & VI.

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. Must have permission to enroll in levels IV, V & VI.

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! Must have permission to enroll in level III.

Modern

Dancers will concentrate on the fundamental concepts and practices of modern dance technique made popular by choreographers like Isadora Duncan and Martha Graham. Focus will be on body alignment, stretch/strengthening, movement vocabulary, spatial awareness and musicality. Must have permission 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 to III

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

Dancers improve technique and flexibility with jump and turn combinations.

Summer Dance Boot Camp

Join us to jump start your technique this summer! This experience includes a variety of training each week in jazz, lyrical, conditioning and flexibility/ jumps/turns.

Summer Dance Intensive

Our new summer intensive is for dancers who regularly train in dance and/or are involved in our competition dance team, Vibe Dance Company. This week-long experience will include training in many dance disciplines, including ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, lyrical, musical theatre jazz, contemporary, acro, conditioning and flexibility/jumps/turns.

Parent

Preschool Ballet & Tap Classes

Preschool Jazz & Hip Hop Classes

Ballet 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.

Jazz Classes

Lyrical and Contemporary Classes

Hip Hop Fusion Classes

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

Tap & Musical Theatre Classes

Specialty Classes

Summer Dance Opportunities

Our Drama classes help 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 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)

Acting for Tots

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

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)

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

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)

Center

Youth Choir: Disney Tunes

Sing some of the best Disney tunes from favorite movies. There will be opportunities to sing solos for interested participants. A performance for family and friends takes place during the last class. (KS)

6-18 years

Auditions

June 14 at 10 am

Rehearsals

June 21-July 26

W, Th 9-11:30 am

Performances

Saturday, July 29 4:30 pm and 6 pm

Previous Experience Education Director Metropolis Performing Arts Center

Downtown Arlington Heights Cultural Arts Coordinator City of Unalaska, Alaska (Parks and Recreation Department)

Favorite Play/Musical: West Side Story

How did you get into cultur al arts?

After two years of watching her older brother be in shows at church, and in combination with just a smidge of begging, my mom finally allowed me to participate in my first show (The Sound of Music) when I was 10. The following year I was cast in my first middle school production as “Annie” in Annie, and I was o icially hooked. I continued performing in plays and musicals at St. Viator High School, went on to acquire my bachelor’s in theatre, and I guess the rest is history.

What are your hobbies?

In my free time, I freelance as a stage manager for community and semi-professional theaters in the area. I love getting to know and collaborating with so many kind and talented people!

Bow Wow Meow NEW!

Come join Mrs. Droske in this animal themed class that will have us making all kinds of playful pets from cuddly puppies to frolicking kittens. Shiny scaled fish and fancy shelled turtles along with fluffy rabbits and lovable guinea pigs are other pet projects to be made. (KS)

The Arts program, for all ages, are 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 2nd 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)

Dynomite Dinosaur Detectives NEW!

Calling all junior paleontologists: Mrs. Droske needs you! In this class we'll transform basic art supplies into dinosaurs like the fierce tyrannosaurus and the gentle brontosaurus. With clay and paint we'll make the soaring pterodactyl, the horned triceratops and the plated stegosaurus. Dinosaur fossils and a mysterious giant egg will be part of our craft creations, too. (KS)

Miniature Mania NEW!

Come marvel at the mini creations we will make with Mrs. Droske's collection of corks, bottle caps and spools. Tiny treasures all add up to pint-sized crafty fun! (KS)

Clayworks Preschool 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)

Mix It, Craft It, Eat It NEW!

Join chef Mrs. Droske to make delicious brownie mix, cookie mix and muffin mix to fit into jars, baskets and pots that we'll paint, glue and trim with ribbon, fabric and bows. Fruit salad, soup mix and trail mix are other tasty treats that we'll make to nestle into our decorated containers. (KS)

Out Of This World Space Crafts NEW!

Come and explore the universe with Mrs. Droske! We'll blast off with some crafty fun as we make stars and planets, spaceships and astronauts. A dazzling comet and a friendly alien will be made as we orbit through class. (KS)

Razzle Dazzle Room Decor NEW!

Your room is a place to show off your one-of-a-kind style. Mrs. Droske will help you make a snazzy t-shirt pillow, a personalized message board and a delightful doorknob hanger. Bookends for your favorite books and a unique container to store all your treasures are other projects we will make. (KS)

Summer Surprises NEW!

Summer means sunshine, parks and picnics. We'll have fun with Mrs. Droske making warm weather surprises that will include a fancy bicycle horn, a juice box buddy and seashell critters. A silly plant that grows hair and a patriotic hat fit for the fourth of July parade will also be made in this summertime class. (KS)

Imagine That

Make your childhood dreams come alive as we learn the basics of drawing and painting scenes from different times and places! These fantastic works of art may depict anything from mermaids and sea creatures to toucans in the rain forests. Students will learn to draw with step by step instruction. Join us on our artistic journey! (KS)

Paint, Paint & More Paint

Students will learn about painting, print-making, stenciling, color mixing and so much more! Join us in creating landscapes, cartoon cells, painted 3D projects, flowers and fish. If you love to paint, this is the class for you! (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)

Art Club

Here’s a club just for you! 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. We’ll make one project and discuss ideas for the following week. (KS)

Clay Clinic

Children love working with clay! They’ll create their own masterpieces using the pinch, coil and slab methods. Students of all levels learn about the different glazing techniques and will focus on one glaze project. Join us for a fun clayworks adventure this summer! (KS)

Clayworks

Kids love working with clay! They’ll create their own masterpieces using the pinch, coil and slab methods. 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)

Adventures in Paint

Students will learn a variety of techniques in water colors, watercolor pencils, acrylics, tempera and some oil pastels. Come join us for an adventure into the many techniques of paint! (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 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)

Manga Drawing

Learn how to create manga cartoons in this advanced drawing class. We will begin with a review of the basic cartoon drawing techniques and continue with more advanced cartoons each week. Each session will include a brand new drawing project. We will be drawing and painting both two dimensional and three dimensional projects. (KS)

Marvelous Muggles & Wizards Magic NEW!

Students will learn to make magical wizard artwork through drawing, painting, black light and glow in the dark paints, crafts, clay, wire art and other mediums. Students will leave class with magical projects and techniques that will inspire! (KS)

Messy 3D Clinic

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. Projects will include tropical animals, dragons, pirate masks, tropical fish and much more. Join us for a fun 3-D adventure this summer! (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)

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)

To Infinity & Beyond NEW!

Students will travel out of this galaxy to create art work from another world. Students will learn to create projects in clay, air drying clay, drawings, watercolors, crafts and black light paint. Join us and travel to infinity and beyond! (KS)

Pottery Studio: Teens & Adults

Students will learn to create through pinch, slab, coils, and the pottery wheel. Choose to work with step by step instructions or through independent challenges. (KS)