Si View Metropolitan Park District

Si View Dance Program

The Dance Program at Si View offers professional instruction with a strong emphasis on technique, fitness and fun. Each student receives individual attention, initiating the joy and appreciation of dance and music. We allow each student freedom of creative expression in a nurturing and motivating environment designed to enhance self-esteem. Dance classes are taught by experienced instructors: Ellie Matthews, Venetia Cabahug, and Kshitija Kotkar (KC).

  • The 12-week session begins on Tues, Jan 6th and will end on Friday, May 6th. (Bollywood kids are 3 & 4-week sessions).
  • A showcase may be scheduled for the end of the season on the last day of class for the Winter season. More information will be communicated as the end of the season nears.
  • No classes are currently scheduled on 2/17, 2/18, 2/19, 2/20, 4/14, 4/15, 4/16, and 4/17 except for Mid-Winter Break camp 2/17-2/20 and Spring Break Camp 4/13-4/17.
  • If any classes are cancelled due to /weather/ instructor illness, we work to best reschedule classes.

PRESCHOOL DANCE

Dance Combo I Ballet and Jazz (4 – 6yrs)

This introductory class provides a great opportunity to explore a diversity of dance styles. Come have fun experiencing the multiple disciplines of Ballet & Jazz. Great for beginning and continuing dancers.

Hip Hop (4 – 6yrs)

Hip Hop is a fun, popular style of dance for boys and girls. In this class we will be focusing on establishing a good body rhythm and learning basic to intermediate pop choreography. Students will start learning how to control spins, perform leaps and learn choreography to top 40 pop singles.

YOUTH & TEEN DANCE

Hip Hop (7 – 10yrs)

Hip Hop is a fun, popular style of dance for boys and girls. In this class we will be focusing on establishing a good body rhythm and learning basic to intermediate pop choreography. Students will start learning how to control spins, perform leaps and learn choreography to top 40 pop singles.

Contemporary Dance Combo (7 – 10yrs)

An enjoyable time where dancing becomes an emotional expression. Dancers will learn proper jazz technique as well as learn how to express emotions through dance. Learn jazz steps and across the floor movements while developing a personal sense of artistic expression. For the more advanced students they will contribute to choreography and advance their performance skills.

Bollywood Kids (7 – 10yrs)

Bolly Dance House presents Bollywood dance for kids. Bollywood is a vibrant, energetic & fun dance style that combines traditional Indian movements with modern western influence, all performed to lively Bollywood music!

NEW! Dance Camps (7 – 10yrs)

Get ready to dance, move, and shine! Our Dance Camps are the perfect way for kids to stay active, creative, and social when school is out. Dancers will explore ballet, jazz, contemporary, hip hop, partner lifts, and creative movement while building confidence and teamwork. Each day will include fun warm-ups, exciting choreography, themed games, and obstacle courses! Whether your child is new to dance, full of experience, a little shy or super expressive, our Dance Camps offer a joyful and supportive space to learn, grow, and make new friends. What to Bring: Water bottle, comfortable dance clothes, jacket/sweater in case it gets chilly and lots of energy!

Beginner/Intermediate Ballet (7 – 10yrs)

Our ballet classes focus on the basic ballet vocabulary, emphasizing correct alignment. Barre-work, adagio and petite and grand allegro build strength, and grace in a non-competitive encouraging environment. Grace, style and ballet discipline will continue to be mastered.

Pre-Teen Dance Combo (11 – 14yrs)

For all kids 11 and older, come, learn, and improve all your dancing skills! Instruction will include dance basics and will be tailored to each student's level of dance. We will explore many varieties of dance, including ballet, contemporary, lyrical, and more! Not only will each student be learning about dance, they will also be gaining body control, understanding body mechanics, and selfconfidence. Students will be provided a high level of technical, rhythmic, spatial, and strength challenges through choreography and expression while focusing on the joys of dance and having fun!