Dance
DANCE
The Dance curriculum at West Ridge
Center provides students of all ages with
a high-quality and enjoyable dance education. The program
is centered on a fun and nurturing environment that allows
students to grow and advance at their own pace. Introductory
classes focus on movement and coordination. Class levels
progress to a more disciplined routine of stretching, technique
and choreography while promoting self-confidence.
For more information on dance programs, call 847.579.3131.
Attire
Ballet and Contemporary Classes:
Girls wear pastel pink leotards (without skirt or tutu), pink tights
and ballet shoes (nude color recommended)
Boys wear black pants, white or black shirt and black ballet shoes.
Hip-Hop, Poms, and Performance:
Comfortable clothes (no jeans) and clean-soled shoes.
No street shoes.
Jazz and Jazz II:
Black pants (no bare knees), black leotard and black jazz shoes
INTRODUCTORY PROGRAMS
Parent & Tot Dance | Ages 2-4
Prepare your little one to feel comfortable in the dance studio or
a performance class, and create wonderful memories together!
Parents and tots learn the very basics of dance, work on body
position and control together while exploring their imagination and
enjoying some great tunes! This class is recommended as a first
dance class experience to prepare students for a drop-off class.
Instructor: Margo Proeh. Min/Max 4/12. No class on Feb 16, Mar 23-
30, Apr 20
Jan 7-May 4
1420213-A M 2-2:45pm
$338/358
1420213-B Sa 9:10-9:55am
$284/304
Fantasy Dance | Ages 2-4
Let’s dance and become the unimaginable. Students learn
dance techniques centered on the “theme of the week” which will
include Frozen, Cinderella, and others. Using props, costumes, and
movement, children will develop dance skills and knowledge. This
class creates the magic of movement, which leads student to fall in
love with dancing! Children must be potty-trained and ready for a
drop-off group experience. Instructor: Margo Proeh. Min/Max: 4/12.
No class on Feb 16, Mar 23-30, Apr 20
Jan 9-May 4
1420205-A W 10:15-11:15am
$390/410
1420205-B Th 11:30am-12:30pm $390/410
1420205-C Sa 10-10:45am
$284/304
Fancy Feet | Ages 3-5
2019 Dance Show
Let our performers delight you with their passion,
technique, and grace as they take the stage for our Spring
Dance Show!
Sat May 4, 2019
Mandatory final rehearsal on Fri May 3, 2019.
Show costume is included in registration fee.
Tickets sold separately.
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Focus is on an introduction to music and movement, while
learning the basics of classical ballet like posture, positions, rhythm
skills, coordination, and self-expression. Creative games and stories
with imaginative exercises are incorporated.
Instructor: Margo Proeh. Min/Max 4/12. No class on Feb 16, Mar 23-
30, Apr 20
Jan 9-May 4
1420203-A W 12:45-1:40pm
$390/410
1420203-B Sa 10:55-11:40am $284/304
KEY
Offers West Ridge Connection
busing option.
See page 25 for details
Offers a lunch option.
See page 23 for details