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Dance

Dance Recital - Sunday , May 27 2:00 pm Cary-Grove H . S . Auditorium Dress rehearsal and class pictures will be held on Saturday , May 26 at Cary-Grove High School . Report times for each class will be given closer to the date .
Dance Program Information
The Cary Park District dance program is focused on fun . Students will gain new friendships , increase confidence , and be creative . Dancing is a great way for children to exercise , increase flexibility , strength , endurance , and to develop a sense of well-being .
Children should wear comfortable shoes to the first class . Instructors will inform you of shoe type at that time . Please note : all participants , except those in the 2-year-old program , must be potty trained before the start of the class .
Recital Costumes
All dancers participating in the recital will wear dance costumes for their performance . Order forms will be distributed during class . There is an additional feel of $ 40 per costume for all dancers . Costumes take 8 - 10 weeks to receive . Please return forms by the deadline stated on the form .
Parent Watch Dates
The parent watch date is the last day of the session . Parents are invited to attend and watch the entire class . Instructors always welcome the opportunity to discuss dancer ’ s progress with parents . Please contact your instructor before or after the program meeting with any questions .
TuTu Tots with Parent Does your child love music ? Get ready to move and unleash the rhythm within . Children will stretch , explore creative movement , and learn the basics of ballet . A variety of props will be used .
Tiny Ballerina Learn ballet through music and creative movement . Become familiar with basic concepts of left and right , balancing , moving across the floor , and sequencing exercises . Dancers will also receive a basic introduction to ballet steps and terminology .
Ballet Classical dance form using grace and precision while learning the steps and gestures to create expression through movement .
Fairytale Princess If dancing and being a princess is your little girls favorite activity , this is the class for her ! Each week we will be a different princess through stories , songs , and dance .
Ballet & Tap Perfect for the first-time dancer , this beginning program focuses on the classical form of dance and the rhythms and patterns of tap . Learn both ballet and tap technique , terminology , and movements in one program .
Ballet & Jazz Learn both ballet and jazz techniques , as well as , basic ballet movements and sequences .
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