Performing Arts

BALLET (BEG)

A basic class that introduces the student to the elementary positions of classical ballet. Classes are slow and thorough to ensure proper alignment and understanding. Ballet shoes are required.

60239 SJC Sa 11am-11:45am 9/9 5 Gayan $45

60240 SJC Sa 11am-11:45am 10/21 5 Gayan $45 60241 SJC Sa 11am-11:45am 12/2

CHOREOGRAPHED BALLROOM DANCE (INT)

In this intermediate dance class, the instructor calls out the dance moves to standardized figures. Instruction will be in both Latins and Smooth rhythms. Provides practice for dancers who have dance experience in ballroom or have completed beginning lessons in round dancing and want to increase their dance skills. The class price is per person.

CHOREOGRAPHED BALLROOM DANCE (ADV)

In this choreographed ballroom dance class, the instructor calls out the dance moves to standardized figures. Learn advanced dance routines to rhythms such as Foxtrot, Waltz, Tango, and many Latin rhythms. Previous experience in round dance required and a partner is encouraged. The class price is per person.

LINE DANCE (BEG)

A beginner’s class for those who have little or no dance experience. Come get fit, have fun and learn to line dance.

LINE DANCE (BEG/ADV BEG)

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Line dancing is great exercise to maintain a healthy heart, and it provides a platform to socialize, which is great for mental wellness. Learn this fun style of dancing or work on the skills you’ve learned in a previous class.

LINE DANCE IMPROVER (INT)

For individuals who have prior experience in line dance. This class promotes health and fitness. Featured dances include Country, Rumba, Cha-Cha, Tango, Swing and Hip-Hop. No partner required.

Line Dance Novice

A beginner’s class for those who have little or no dance experience. Come get fit, have fun and learn to line dance. Dancers learn basic steps, rhythms and routines choreographed to fun music. This will help improve your memory and balance. 58612

TAP (BEG)

Tap utilizes rhythm, syncopation, and sound in addition to movement. This is a great way to keep your body and mind working at its peak. Come join us if you want to brush up on old tap skills or you try something new. Tap shoes are optional.

Special Events

NEW! CARPENTER 50+ SOCIAL

Come join us at Carpenter Park Recreation Center for a fun evening of dancing to your favorite oldies tunes with “Tim the DJ”.

HALLOWEEN HANGOUT & MOVIE

Join us to celebrate Halloween with root beer floats and popcorn while we watch E.T. (1982) the movie. It’s the moving story of a special friendship that develops between Elliott, a lonely young boy, and a wise, benevolent visitor from another planet who becomes stranded on Earth. Registration required by October 24. Don’t miss this fun event.

59624 SJC M 12:30pm-2:30pm 10/30 1 Staff $5

NEW! HOLIDAY HANGOUT & MOVIE

Enjoy hot chocolate or an always delicious root beer float with popcorn and a movie. We’ll be watching The Two Popes (2019). Inspired by true events, the movie centers around Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio (Jonathan Pryce), the soon-to-be elected Pope Francis, and the aging Pope Benedict XVI (Anthony Hopkins). Registration required by December 5.

59625 SJC M 12:30pm-2:30pm 12/11 1 Staff $5

Spaghetti Dinner With Plano Community Band

There is no better way to bring in the Christmas season than to join us for a spaghetti dinner while listening to the wonderful Christmas music of the Plano Community Band.

57061 SJC Th 6pm-8pm 12/7 1 Staff $15