Performing Arts

DRUMMING CLASSES

Learn rhythms using basic base, tone and slap hand techniques. Age: 8-12 CR Fee: $6.75 NCR Fee: $11.75 WALLTOWN PARK RECREATION CENTER 15821 Jan 14-Feb 18 F 6pm-6:45pm 15822 Apr 22-May 27 F 6pm-6:45pm

DANCE EXPLORATION

This class offers a fusion of dance genres that includes ballet, modern, and jazz movements. Preferred class attire consists of leotards, tights/ stretch pants, tops, and dance shoes. Participants will showcase what they’ve learned in the spring recital. Age: 8-10 CR Fee: $12 NCR Fee: $17 I.R. HOLMES, SR. RECREATION CENTER 15930 Feb 9-Apr 27 W 6:30pm-7:30pm

INTRO TO PIANO

Do you love creating your own sound? This is the perfect class where you can learn how to read music and create a sweet melody! Age: 8-12 CR Fee: $9 NCR Fee: $14 WALLTOWN PARK RECREATION CENTER 15823 Mar 4-Apr 8 F 6pm-7pm

KINDER BALLET

Children learn grace and poise in ballet! This class introduces children to the ballet barre, proper dance terms, and correct body positioning. Preferred class attire consists of leotards, tights and ballet slippers. Participants will showcase what they’ve learned in the spring recital. Age: 5-7 CR Fee: $12 NCR Fee: $17 I.R. HOLMES, SR. RECREATION CENTER 15928 Feb 8-Apr 26 T 6:30pm-7:30pm

TINY TOTS BALLET

A fun introduction to ballet for preschoolers! This class helps children to develop motor skills, directional awareness and counting, and socialization skills. Preferred class attire consists of leotards, tights and ballet slippers. Age: 2-4 CR Fee: $18 NCR Fee: $23 EDISON JOHNSON RECREATION CENTER 16228 Feb 5-Apr 23 Sa 9:30am-10:15am 16229 Feb 5-Apr 23 Sa 10:30am-11:15am

TINY TOTS DANCE MOVEMENT

A fun introduction to dance movement for preschoolers! This class helps children to develop motor skills, directional awareness, counting, and socialization skills. Preferred class attire consists of leotards, tights, and ballet slippers. Participants will showcase what they’ve learned in the spring recital. Age: 3-4 CR Fee: $12 NCR Fee: $17 I.R. HOLMES, SR. RECREATION CENTER 15924 Feb 8-Apr 26 T 5:30pm-6:30pm 15925 Feb 9-Apr 27 W 5:30pm-6:30pm

In this class your child will gain dance technique in ballet, lyrical jazz and tap. Preferred class attire consists of leotard, tights and ballet slippers. Age: 5-7 CR Fee: $18 NCR Fee: $23 EDISON JOHNSON RECREATION CENTER 16230 Feb 5-Apr 23 Sa 11:30am-12:30pm

YOUTH DANCE 2

Continue your child’s experience in ballet and lyrical jazz styles of dance. In this class your child will gain dance technique in ballet, lyrical jazz and tap. Preferred class attire consists of leotard, tights and ballet slippers. Age: 8-12 CR Fee: $15 NCR Fee: $18 EDISON JOHNSON RECREATION CENTER 16231 Feb 5-Apr 23 Sa 12:30pm-1:30pm This introductory-level hip hop class provides a structured method of learning hip hop, modern and STEP dance movements in a fun-filled and vibrant class environment. The class utilizes upbeat music from various genres, in addition to the latest hip hop hits. If you really want to learn how to do the latest dances moves, this class is definitely for you. In order to participate, registrants must have completed 1st grade by the start of the program. Age: 7-12 CR Fee: $0 NCR Fee: $9.50 HOLTON CAREER AND RESOURCE CENTER 16131 Jan 10-Feb 7 M 6pm-6:45pm 16132 Feb 21-Mar 14 M 6pm-6:45pm 16133 Mar 28-Apr 18 M 6pm-6:45pm 16134 May 2-May 23 M 6pm-6:45pm

My Durham Teen Programming

"For Teens, Built by Teens,” that’s how we roll! Durham Parks and Recreation offers free, drop-in programming and activities Monday-Friday for all teens between the ages of 13 and 18 years old. From gardening, video game tournaments, and indoor hockey to park clean-ups, crafts and job readiness, we are providing a place for the teens in our community to have fun, hang out, and be active!

For more information about the My Durham locations and program times being offered this year, please visit the Teen page on our website at DPRPlayMore.org.