Dance and Tumbling Programs
Program Information
The Park District of Franklin Park Dance Program offers a variety of dance classes. Our instructors’ love of dance and excitement for teaching is seen in the various classes we offer. Our classes are designed to instill confidence, improve flexibility and balance, develop rhythm, encourage self-expression, and enhance memorization skills.
Attire:
Creative Movement: leotard, tights, and pink or black ballet shoes.
Ballet: leotard, tights, and pink or black ballet shoes.
Tap & Ballet Combo Classes: leotard, tights, pink or black ballet shoes and black tap shoes.
Jazz: Dance pants and black jazz shoes.
Poms: Dance pants and black jazz shoes.
Tumbling: Shirt, stretch shorts/pants with bare feet.
Hip Hop: Shirt, stretch pants and gym shoes.
Monday
Beginning Ballet/Tap Combo ~ Register Online!
AGE: 4-6 Years
This combination class introduces young dancers to the basics of tap dance and ballet in a fun and positive environment. Children will learn steps, such as shuffles and heel drops, while working on rhythm patterns and counting beats. The ballet portion will cover stretches, beginning barre work and the five positions.
| Day | Date | Time | Fee (R/NR) | Code |
| M | Jun 19-Aug 14* | 4-5 pm | $72/$90 | 6836 |
*No Class Jul 3
Location: Community Center
Instructor: Coach D of Deanna Marie Choreography
Ballet/Tap Combo ~ Register Online!
AGE: 6-9 Years
This combination class introduces young dancers to the basics of tap dance and ballet. Students learn rhythms, timing and coordination done to various types of music. The ballet portion covers stretches, beginning barre work, beginning center work and terminology.
| Day | Date | Time | Fee (R/NR) | Code |
| M | Jun 19-Aug 14* | 5-6 pm | $72/$90 | 6837 |
*No Class Jul 3
Location: Community Center
Instructor: Coach D of Deanna Marie Choreography
Hip Hop/Tumbling Combo ~ Register Online!
AGE: 5-9 Years
This class incorporates a combination of Hip-Hop and Tumbling movements, creating an upbeat energetic class. Students work on freestyle movements to express their personalities and learn the fundamentals of tumbling. These skills improve your child’s sense of balance and self-confidence. Please wear a shirt and athletic shorts, pants or a leotard with bare feet.
| Day | Date | Time | Fee (R/NR) | Code |
| M | Jun 19-Aug 14* | 6-6:45 pm | $68/$85 | 6835 |
*No Class Jul 3
Location: Community Center
Instructor: Coach D of Deanna Marie Choreography
Instructor: Coach D of Deanna Marie Choreography
Tuesday
K-Pop ~ Register Online!
AGE: 7-17
K-Pop is a blend of several dance genres, some of which include, hip hop, jazz, pop, R&B, & electronic dance music (EDM). In this class, students will learn choreography done as a group to current popular Korean pop songs. Please wear comfortable clothes to move in.
| Age | Day | Date | Time | Fee (R/NR) | Code |
| 7-12 | W | Jun 20-Aug 15* | 6-6:45 pm | $68/$85 | 6838 |
| 13-17 | W | Jun 20-Aug 15* | 7-7:45 pm | $68/$85 | 6839 |
*No Class Jul 4
Location: Community Center
Instructor: Coach Lilian Coral of Contagious Rhythm
Wednesday
Lyrical Dance ~ Register Online!
AGE: 4-8 Years
This class is a combination of ballet and jazz dancing techniques. In addition to learning different stretches and positions, students express their personalities while moving to music. Class consists of creative moves, big leaps and graceful turns.
| Day | Date | Time | Fee (R/NR) | Code |
| W | Jun 21-Aug 16* | 4-4:45 pm | $68/$85 | 6840 |
*No Class Jul 5
Location: Community Center
Instructor: Coach D of Deanna Marie Choreography
Cheerleading ~ Register Online!
AGE: 7-12 Years
Let’s smile, sparkle, and shine our spirits so loud the whole world can hear it! This class welcomes all those ready to learn motions, jumps, tumbling, stunts, dancing, and most of all the spirit of a Cheerleader. This class aims to empower the minds and bodies of each athlete. Each class will have a main focus on one or multiple of the cheer categories that comprise a complete cheerleading routine.
| Day | Date | Time | Fee (R/NR) | Code |
| W | Jun 21-Aug 16* | 4:45-5:30 pm | $68/$85 | 6841 |
*No Class Jul 5
Location: Community Center
Instructor: Coach D of Deanna Marie Choreography
Poms Dance ~ Register Online!
AGE: 6-9 Years
This class incorporates a combination of jazz/hip hop movements, creating a fun and high-energy class. Students will work on techniques such as turns, jumps, leaps, and kick lines, while using pom poms. This is a great preparation for students who wish to audition for junior high or high school team auditions. Participants should wear jazz shoes to class. No jeans.
| Day | Date | Time | Fee (R/NR) | Code |
| W | Jun 21-Aug 16* | 5:30-6:15 pm | $68/$85 | 6842 |
*No Class Jul 5
Location: Community Center
Instructor: Coach D of Deanna Marie Choreography
Intro to Latin Dance ~ Register Online!
AGE: 13-17
In class, students will learn the fundamentals of two Latin dance styles, Salsa and Bachata. Salsa has rhythmic hip movements and fast turns and footwork. Bachata has soft hip movements, simple turns, and side-to-side footwork. Students will learn the proper footwork, posture, strength, and flexibility needed for these two dance styles. All skill levels are welcome!
| Day | Date | Time | Fee (R/NR) | Code |
| W | Jun 21-Aug 16* | 6:30-7:15 pm | $72/$90 | 6843 |
*No Class Jul 5
Location: Community Center
Instructor: Coach Lilian Coral of Contagious Rhythm
Thursday
Twos on the Move ~ Register Online!
AGE: 2-3 Years
Each week, children will climb on the balance beam and through tunnels. Parents and children will enjoy moving and learning in this program. Wear a shirt and stretch shorts/pants, with bare feet. This is a non-recital class.
| Day | Date | Time | Fee (R/NR) | Code |
| Th | Jun 22-Aug 17* | 5-5:45 pm | $52/$55 | 6866 |
*No Class Jul 6
Location: Community Center
Instructor: Coach D of Deanna Marie Choreography
Beginning Tumbling ~ Register Online!
AGE: 3-5 Years
Your child will learn the fundamentals of tumbling, such as forward and backward rolls, headstands, and cartwheels. These skills will improve your child’s sense of balance and self-confidence. Wear a shirt and stretch shorts/pants, or leotard with bare feet.
| Day | Date | Time | Fee (R/NR) | Code |
| Th | Jun 22-Aug 17* | 5:45-6:30 pm | $68/$85 | 6867 |
*No Class Jul 6
Location: Community Center
Instructor: Coach D of Deanna Marie Choreography
Tumbling ~ Register Online!
AGE: 6-12 Years
Tumbling is a combination of acrobatics and gymnastics that focuses on the fundamentals such as forward and backward rolls, headstands, backbends, and cartwheels. Students will also work on their strength and flexibility. Wear a shirt and stretch shorts/pants, or leotard with bare feet.
| Day | Date | Time | Fee (R/NR) | Code |
| Th | Jun 22-Aug 17* | 6:30-7:15 pm | $68/$85 | 6868 |
*No Class Jul 6
Location: Community Center
Instructor: Coach D of Deanna Marie Choreography