Our programs offer a diverse and skill-building curriculum of professional, educational and fun classes. Emphasis in youth classes focuses on proper technique in styles ranging from ballet to hip hop, as well as fostering a love of dance.
Youth Dance
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| Class | Description | Ages/Grades | Session | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Sign Up |
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| Ballroom | Now is the great chance to let your child discover the wonderful world of Ballroom Dancing! We are now offering weekly group classes and private instruction for children six years and older. No prior dance experience is necessary! Each 60 minute group class focuses on Latin and Classic Ballroom dances. Your child will have a chance to learn fun and energetic Cha Cha, Rumba, Samba, Paso Doble and Jive as well as elegant and sophisticated Waltz, Foxtrot and Tango. For more detailed description of dances please visit "https://www.lakeshoredanceacademy.com/about/dances-we-teach/"https://www.lakeshoredanceacademy.com/about/dances-we-teach/ Our Certified Instructor will teach your child the basics of Partner Dancing in a fun and uplifting environment. Balance, steps, musicality, posture, body language, eye contact and poise are emphasized and trained into your child from the first day. These dance classes are a stepping stone towards showcase and competitive dancing.They are a great confidence builder for boys and girls! | Grade 3+ | Fall 2019 | 5-6pm or 6-7pm | 4-5pm | 12-1pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||
| Ballet/Acro | This combination class will include 30 minutes of ballet technique and 30 minutes of acrobatics each week. As ballet is the foundation for most forms of dance this is the perfect addition to your dancer’s calendar. Acro will focus on stretching, musicality and building strength while improving your child’s confidence and coordination. Dancers will increase their flexibility and proper placement during this 60 minute class. | Grade 1-2 | Fall 2019 | 4-5pm or 5-6pm | 3-4pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | |||||
| Ballet/Acro | This combination class will include 30 minutes of ballet technique and 30 minutes of acrobatics each week. As ballet is the foundation for most forms of dance this is the perfect addition to your dancer’s calendar. Acro will focus on stretching, musicality and building strength while improving your child’s confidence and coordination. Dancers will increase their flexibility and proper placement during this 60 minute class. | Grade 1-3 | Fall 2019 | 12-1pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Ballet/Acro | This combination class will include 30 minutes of ballet technique and 30 minutes of acrobatics each week. As ballet is the foundation for most forms of dance this is the perfect addition to your dancer’s calendar. Acro will focus on stretching, musicality and building strength while improving your child’s confidence and coordination. Dancers will increase their flexibility and proper placement during this 60 minute class. | Grade 3-5 | Fall 2019 | 4-5pm or 5-6pm or 6-7pm | 7:30-8:30pm | 3-4pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||
| Ballet/Acro | This combination class will include 30 minutes of ballet technique and 30 minutes of acrobatics each week. As ballet is the foundation for most forms of dance this is the perfect addition to your dancer’s calendar. Acro will focus on stretching, musicality and building strength while improving your child’s confidence and coordination. Dancers will increase their flexibility and proper placement during this 60 minute class. | Grade 4-8 | Fall 2019 | 12-1pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Ballet/Acro | This combination class will include 30 minutes of ballet technique and 30 minutes of acrobatics each week. As ballet is the foundation for most forms of dance this is the perfect addition to your dancer’s calendar. Acro will focus on stretching, musicality and building strength while improving your child’s confidence and coordination. Dancers will increase their flexibility and proper placement during this 60 minute class. | Grade 6-8 | Fall 2019 | 6-7pm | 7:30-8:30pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | |||||
| Ballet/Jazz/Hip Hop | Ballet/Jazz/Hip Hop is a combination class where ballerinas work on their technical skills each week for the first portion of class and we focus on learning proper terminology, coordination, and turnout and arm positions. Then we change into our Jazz/Gym shoes and learn contemporary moves set to popular music for our Jazz and Hip Hop portion! | Grade K-2 | Fall 2019 | 4-5pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Breakdance with the Breaking Program | Experience The Breaking Program, an exciting Breakdance curriculum that builds your confidence and creativity through Hip Hop. Students will learn new techniques by breaking down the movements, running drills with the entire class, and then finally applying the movements into combinations and routines. Class is ran by stretching, conditioning, training, and having friendly competitions to better improve skills. WHAT WILL YOU GET FROM A BREAKING CLASSES? How to work as a team; Elevated self confidence levels and social skills; Stamina, coordination and balance; Fun, Fitness and Flexibility. WHO IS IT FOR? Anyone ages 7+; Dancers and non-dancers; For beginner and advanced level students. | Grade 1+ | Summer 2019 | 4-5pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=51&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Breakdance with the Breaking Program | Experience The Breaking Program, an exciting Breakdance curriculum that builds your confidence and creativity through Hip Hop. Students will learn new techniques by breaking down the movements, running drills with the entire class, and then finally applying the movements into combinations and routines. Class is ran by stretching, conditioning, training, and having friendly competitions to better improve skills. WHAT WILL YOU GET FROM A BREAKING CLASSES? How to work as a team; Elevated self confidence levels and social skills; Stamina, coordination and balance; Fun, Fitness and Flexibility. WHO IS IT FOR? Anyone ages 7+; Dancers and non-dancers; For beginner and advanced level students. | Grade 1-4 | Fall 2019 | 3-4pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Breakdance with the Breaking Program | Experience The Breaking Program, an exciting Breakdance curriculum that builds your confidence and creativity through Hip Hop. Students will learn new techniques by breaking down the movements, running drills with the entire class, and then finally applying the movements into combinations and routines. Class is ran by stretching, conditioning, training, and having friendly competitions to better improve skills. WHAT WILL YOU GET FROM A BREAKING CLASSES? How to work as a team; Elevated self confidence levels and social skills; Stamina, coordination and balance; Fun, Fitness and Flexibility. WHO IS IT FOR? Anyone ages 7+; Dancers and non-dancers; For beginner and advanced level students. | Grade 5-8 | Fall 2019 | 4-5pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Conditioning & Coordination | This will be a physical class working on the musculature and strength of the body within the skeletal range and structure. Muscle isolation as well as full body movement will promote neuromuscular connection needed in building strong, safe dancers. This class has a heavy emphasis on abdominal column, balance, and control of movement. | Grade 5-8 | 5-6pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | |||||||
| Contemporary | This class is for dancers with a high level of maturity and technique due to the nature of the class. Contemporary dance is a fusion of all styles- ballet, jazz, lyrical, and modern. Known for its versatility, contemporary can be danced to any style of music. The class will consist of improvisation, release and contract, contact improvisation and choreography. | Grade 6-8 | Fall 2019 | 7-8pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Drum Beatz | In this exciting high-energy dance and rhythm program, the powerful beat and rhythms of the drums are combined with a specially-choreographed dynamic routine to beat out pulsating rhythms and break a sweat! Throughout this fusion of cardio dance combined with the powerful elements of drumming, participants will be rocking out while they work out! This cardio jam session is appropriate for all fitness levels and abilities. Feel like a rock star as you experience the joy of movement, music, and rhythm in Drum Beatz. | Grade 1-3 | Fall 2019 | 3-4pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Hip Hop | Our Hip Hop dance class focuses on sharp dance moves and making exaggerated dance movements. It is a fun dance that is defined, as all dance classes are, by the music. Students will learn movements that have elements of poppin’, locking, and break dancing, as well as freestyle movement to give students the opportunity to develop their own sense of style. Dancers will learn to how to control their body movements…and get a great workout in the process! | Grade 1-3 | Fall 2019 | 2:30-3:30pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Hip Hop | Our Hip Hop dance class focuses on sharp dance moves and making exaggerated dance movements. It is a fun dance that is defined, as all dance classes are, by the music. Students will learn movements that have elements of poppin’, locking, and break dancing, as well as freestyle movement to give students the opportunity to develop their own sense of style. Dancers will learn to how to control their body movements…and get a great workout in the process! | Grade 1-3 | Summer 2019 | 4-5pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=51&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Hip Hop | Our Hip Hop dance class focuses on sharp dance moves and making exaggerated dance movements. It is a fun dance that is defined, as all dance classes are, by the music. Students will learn movements that have elements of poppin’, locking, and break dancing, as well as freestyle movement to give students the opportunity to develop their own sense of style. Dancers will learn to how to control their body movements…and get a great workout in the process! | Grade 5-8 | Summer 2019 | 5-6pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=51&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Hip Hop: Boyz | Boyz Hip Hop is designed specifically for boys who love music, love to move, and want to develop their own sense of style. In Boyz Hip Hop, students will learn movements that have elements of poppin’, locking, and breaking, as well as freestyle movement. Hip Hop gives the dancer a freedom of expression while learning technique that defines the dance. | Grade K-2 | Fall 2019 | 4-5pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Hip Hop: Boyz | Boyz Hip Hop is designed specifically for boys who love music, love to move, and want to develop their own sense of style. In Boyz Hip Hop, students will learn movements that have elements of poppin’, locking, and breaking, as well as freestyle movement. Hip Hop gives the dancer a freedom of expression while learning technique that defines the dance. | Grade 1-3 | Summer 2019 | 5-6pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=51&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Hip Hop: Boyz | Boyz Hip Hop is designed specifically for boys who love music, love to move, and want to develop their own sense of style. In Boyz Hip Hop, students will learn movements that have elements of poppin’, locking, and breaking, as well as freestyle movement. Hip Hop gives the dancer a freedom of expression while learning technique that defines the dance. | Grade 3-5 | Fall 2019 | 5-6pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Hip Hop: Boyz | Boyz Hip Hop is designed specifically for boys who love music, love to move, and want to develop their own sense of style. In Boyz Hip Hop, students will learn movements that have elements of poppin’, locking, and breaking, as well as freestyle movement. Hip Hop gives the dancer a freedom of expression while learning technique that defines the dance. | Grade 6-8 | Fall 2019 | 7:30-8:30pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Hip Hop/Jazz | Combination classes are developed to allow students the opportunity to begin study in both disciplines and create an early foundation in which to build upon. In Hip Hop/Jazz, students will learn movements that have elements of poppin’, locking and breaking, as well as freestyle movement to give students the opportunity to develop their own sense of style. Dancers will learn proper classical jazz and hip hop technique and movement during this exciting combination class with an emphasis on FUN! This combination class will include one Hip Hop dance and one Jazz dance each session. | Grade 3-5 | Fall 2019 | 6-7pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Improv Dance | Students will explore ranges and capabilities of their body through self-exploration and verbal direction from the teacher. Students will play games and interact with imagery in a judgement-free zone. This class will utilize some appropriate physical touch and suggestion from students of the same gender to discover ways to influence, be the influence, weight share, and explore contemporary partnering. Goals are to develop artistry, gain tools for creativity, and develop a dancer’s voice. | Grade 5-8 | Fall 2019 | 7-8pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Jazz/Contemporary | Combination classes are developed to allow students the opportunity to begin study in two disciplines and create an early foundation in which to build upon. In Jazz/Contemporary, students will focus on learning proper jazz technique such as battements, pirouettes and jetes! Dancers will also spend each week working on contemporary, which is a fusion of ballet and modern styles, demanding technical skill, musicality and an expression of emotion. | Grade 5-8 | Fall 2019 | 6-7pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Jazz/Poms | Combination classes are developed to allow students the opportunity to begin study in two disciplines and create an early foundation in which to build upon. In Jazz/Poms, students will focus on learning proper jazz technique such as battements, pirouettes and leaps! Dancers will gain flexibility while enhancing core strength. In addition, dancers will learn the fundamentals of pom positions, performance skills and pushes dancers to expand on their high energy, entertainment skills. | Grade 1-3 | Fall 2019 | 3-4pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Jazz/Tap | This class is designed to be a combination of jazz study and beginning tap sounds and movements, devoting ½ the time to each on a regular basis. | Grade 3-5 | Fall 2019 | 10:35-11:35am | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Just Dance | Does your child want to dance without the commitment of a recital or dance company class? This fun class combines elements of hip hop and jazz and will concentrate on fitness, technique, terminology, and choreography. It’s time to Just Dance in this class where students will develop their coordination, rhythm, flexibility, and self-expression. | Grade 6-8 | Fall 2019 | 7:30-8:30pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Leaps & Turns | Leaps & Turns is an important component in every dancer’s repertoire and will enhance all dance styles. This dance program is designed for dancers who want to take their dance training to the next level. We will focus on turns such as chaine, pique, pirouette and variations of all of the above. We will also progress from basic leaps and jumps such as grand jeté and sauté to advanced leaps and jumps. The student’s goal is to execute a series of complicated turn or leap patterns technically correct and safely. | Grade 1-3 | Fall 2019 | 4-5pm | 4-5pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | |||||
| Leaps & Turns | Leaps & Turns is an important component in every dancer’s repertoire and will enhance all dance styles. This dance program is designed for dancers who want to take their dance training to the next level. We will focus on turns such as chaine, pique, pirouette and variations of all of the above. We will also progress from basic leaps and jumps such as grand jeté and sauté to advanced leaps and jumps. The student’s goal is to execute a series of complicated turn or leap patterns technically correct and safely. | Grade 3-5 | Fall 2019 | 6:30-7:30pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Leaps & Turns | Leaps & Turns is an important component in every dancer’s repertoire and will enhance all dance styles. This dance program is designed for dancers who want to take their dance training to the next level. We will focus on turns such as chaine, pique, pirouette and variations of all of the above. We will also progress from basic leaps and jumps such as grand jeté and sauté to advanced leaps and jumps. The student’s goal is to execute a series of complicated turn or leap patterns technically correct and safely. | Grade 4-6 | Fall 2019 | 6:30-7:30pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Leaps & Turns | Leaps & Turns is an important component in every dancer’s repertoire and will enhance all dance styles. This dance program is designed for dancers who want to take their dance training to the next level. We will focus on turns such as chaine, pique, pirouette and variations of all of the above. We will also progress from basic leaps and jumps such as grand jeté and sauté to advanced leaps and jumps. The student’s goal is to execute a series of complicated turn or leap patterns technically correct and safely. | Grade 6-8 | Fall 2019 | 6-7pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Lyrical | If your child has already been learning jazz dance or ballet and would like to expand their learning into other forms of dance, lyrical dance is a terrific choice! Lyrical dance is a dance style that blends ballet and jazz dance. Lyrical is generally smoother and a bit faster than ballet, but not quite as fast as jazz. A lyrical dancer uses movement to express strong emotions as they perform to music with lyrics. | Grade 4-8 | Fall 2019 | 7:30-8:30pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Pop & Lock | Animation, tutting and gliding are just a few of the popping variations you will learn in this exciting dance class! Pop and Lock is for dancers looking to sharpen their hip hop related techniques. Poppin’ and Lockin’ street styles help a dancer develop a sense of musicality and will increase body control. This fun and fast class will add to a dancers’ repertoire and create a better freestyler! | Grade 3-5 | Summer 2019 | 4-5pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=51&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Stomp Squad | You don’t need a drum to be a drummer! This contemporary movement and music class focuses on modern dance techniques, theatrical movements, and making music to the natural rhythm of one’s own body. Join us as we stomp, clap, tap, and snap our way through class. We will use non-traditional instruments such as buckets, newspapers, brooms, and trash cans. Find your individual style with Stomp! | Grade 3-5 | Fall 2019 | 5-6pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Summer Dance Intensive | Grade 4-8 | Summer 2019 | 4:00-5:30pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=51&day=&filters=Submit | |||||||
| Tap Trial | Ever wondered how to Shuffle off to Buffalo? Now is your chance! In this introduction to tap, dancers will have the opportunity to broaden their dance education. Just 30 minutes long makes this class a great addition to your students schedule. | Grade 3-5 | Fall 2019 | 5:00-5:30pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Technique & Tricks | Hip Hop Technique is developed with practice and careful evaluation. Dancers will work on isolations, control and resistance while finding texture and levels in their movement. Dancers will also progress towards safely learning how to do baby freezes, headstands and more! | Grade 3-5 | Fall 2019 | 6-7pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Technique & Tricks | Hip Hop Technique is developed with practice and careful evaluation. Dancers will work on isolations, control and resistance while finding texture and levels in their movement. Dancers will also progress towards safely learning how to do baby freezes, headstands and more! | Grade 4-6 | Fall 2019 | 6:30-7:30pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Technique & Tricks | Hip Hop Technique is developed with practice and careful evaluation. Dancers will work on isolations, control and resistance while finding texture and levels in their movement. Dancers will also progress towards safely learning how to do baby freezes, headstands and more! | Grade 6-8 | Fall 2019 | 7-8pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Tricks | Dancers will work on isolations, control and resistance while finding texture and levels in their movement. Dancers will also progress towards safely learning how to do baby freezes, headstands and more! | Grade 1-3 | Fall 2019 | 6:45-7:30pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Technique Trio: Hip Hop/Jazz/Contemporary | During this technique class, we will spend ⅓ of the class working on each genre: hip hop, jazz and contemporary dance. This class is a great way for dancers interested in auditioning for CORE to gain exposure to each style. It is also a great addition for any serious dancer interested in taking their technique to the next level. Students will work towards perfecting their own execution of all three styles of dance. All elements of hip hop, jazz and contemporary dance including performance, execution of movements, and style will be individually taught. | Grade 1-3 | Fall 2019 | 5-6pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit | ||||||
| Triple Threat | Dancers will get the opportunity to take Jazz, Hip Hop and Tap each week! Students will spend 20 minutes in each genre, giving young students a great introduction to dance. | Grade K-2 | Fall 2019 | 3-4pm | https://app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/rootz/classes?age_range=&program=96&session=52&day=&filters=Submit |