Dance Programs

CREATIVE MOVEMENT

Students learn movement fundamentals through dance, games, music, and imagination-based activities to help build coordination and spatial awareness. No prior dance experience or specialized shoes needed. Clothing should be comfortable and non-obstructive. Instructor: Brendan P. Behan, MFA Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 2.5-5 yrs. Fee, 6 sessions: $60 R/$75 NR

Class # Dates Days Time

221110A2 June 11-July 16 Sa 9-9:45am 221110B2 June 12-July 17 Su 9-9:45am 221110C2 July 23-Aug 27 Sa 9-9:45am 221110D2 July 24-Aug 28 Su 9-9:45am

DANCES FOR PRINCESSES & PRINCES

This class celebrates iconic Disney music, movies, and characters through imaginative, joyful movement and games. Students will build body and spatial awareness while engaging their imaginations through dance exercises set to iconic Disney songs. Dressing up is highly encouraged, but not required. Instructor: Brendan P. Behan, MFA Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 3-5 yrs. Fee: $80 R/$100 NR Length: 8 sessions

Class # Dates Days Time

221125A2 June 11-July 30 Sa 1:45pm-2:30pm

SALSA DANCING

Learn the basics of the popular Latin dances of salsa, meringue, and bachata. Class instruction includes easy, fun groupings getting you out on the dance floor in style. Dancing partner not required. Instructor: Brendan P. Behan, MFA Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 18 yrs. and up Fee, 6 sessions: $60 R/$75 NR

Class # Dates Days Time

223610A2 June 14-July 19 Tu 7-8pm 223610B2 July 26-Aug 30 Tu 7-8pm

BALLET, TAP AND HIP-HOP

Introduction to dance technique covering the fundamentals of ballet, tap, and hip hop. Prior dance experience welcome, but not required. Tap shoes required. Instructor: Brendan P. Behan, MFA Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 4-7 yrs. Fee: $70 R/$88 NR Length: 6 sessions

Class # Dates Days Time

221121A2 June 11-July 16 Sa 11am-12pm 221121B2 June 12-July 17 Su 10-11am 221121C2 July 23-Aug 27 Sa 11am-12pm 221121D2 July 24-Aug 28 Su 10-11am

HIP HOP & BREAKDANCE

This class will introduce students to a variety of hip hop dance styles and will cover the fundamentals of hip hop movement and rhythm. Prior dance experience is welcome but not required. Clothing should be comfortable and non-obstructive. Shoe requirement: clean-soled, non-marking sneakers. High-traction running/tennis shoes may make some exercises more difficult. Instructor: Brendan P. Behan, MFA Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 10-14 yrs. Fee, 6 sessions: $60 R/$75 NR

Class # Dates Days Time

222622A2 June 11-July 16 Sa 12:30-1:30pm 222622B2 June 23-Aug 27 Sa 12:30-1:30pm

TIKTOK TRENDING DANCES

Dancers will learn new dances from popular social media platforms. Prior dance experience not required. Clothing should be comfortable and nonobstructive. Shoes: clean-soled, non-marking sneakers required Instructor: Brendan P. Behan, MFA Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 10-14 yrs. Fee, 6 sessions: $80 R/$100 NR

Class # Dates Days Time

222623A2 June 12-July 31 Su 1-2pm

SUMMER NIGHTS SALSA SOCIAL

A fun evening of salsa for both beginners and those with experience. The first half of class offers a brief warm-up and technique lesson while the last half of class provides an open dance for couples to practice at their own pace with instructor support. A great companion to our Tuesday night salsa class. Signing up with a partner is strongly suggested. Shoes: clean-soled, non-marking sneakers required Instructor: Brendan P. Behan, MFA Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 18 yrs. and up Fee, 8 sessions: $80 R/$100 NR

Class # Dates Days Time

222624A2 June 16-Aug 4 Th 6-7pm

MORNING FLOW & STRETCH

This class warms and awakens the body through rhythmic movement and stretch exercises. Emphasizes body awareness and tension release. Inspired by a variety of body-conscious movement practices. No prior dance experience needed. Clothing should be comfortable and nonobstructive. Instructor: Brendan P. Behan, MFA Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 18 yrs. and up Fee, 6 sessions: $60 R/$75 NR

Class # Dates Days Time

222621A2 June 14-July 19 Tu 7-8am 222621B2 July 26-Aug 30 Tu 7-8am