YOUTH DANCE PROGRAM

from the school at Dance Loft

Classes are back in session!

Don’t forget to register for Summer Camps!

Dance Loft offers ballet, contemporary, jazz, and bilingual dance for children and youth.

We prioritize your dancer’s technical training in a safe and fun environment.

Classes run for Spring Session March 23-June 7! Spring break is April 13-19.

PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES

Enrolled students have the chance to perform in two annual productions: The Nutcracker and a Spring Recital.

Students MUST be enrolled in order to participate in the performances.

Registration (HERE) for the May 15-16 performance of Peter & the Wolf and More is only open to Upper School Students. The full school recital will take place on May 17 at 4pm. Registration is not required for the May 17th Recital, but you must be enrolled in Spring Classes to participate.

To purchase tickets for Peter & the Wolf, click here!

Tickets for the full school recital, May 17 at 4pm click here!

If you have any questions regarding youth classes and registration, please reach out to education@danceloft14.org

Classes and Registration

DL14 Lower School (Ages 3-6)

For Lower School registration, we offer classes per session (Fall, Winter, Spring). Once registration is open, please use the link for the appropriate class.

  •  A sweet and supportive introduction to ballet for your little one - taught through music, movement, and playful props. This 45-minute class invites children to explore rhythm, balance, and creativity with the comfort and guidance of a parent or caregiver. Perfect for bonding, building early motor skills, and nurturing a love of dance from the very beginning.

    Offerings:

    Tuition:

    Winter Session (11 weeks): $297

    Spring Session (10 weeks): $270

    Dress Code:
    All: solid color t-shirt or leotard, fitted leggings or tights, ballet or jazz shoes preferred, socks okay, hair pulled back out of face.

  • Our Pre-ballet class introduces our youngest dancers to ballet in a fun and positive environment that allows students to learn dance skills and activate their creativity. Students learn basic ballet steps and work towards developing coordination and rhythm. This class prioritizes fostering a love for dance and emphasizes self-expression and imagination. 

    Offerings:

    Tuition:

    Fall Session (12 weeks): $324

    Winter Session (11 weeks): $297

    Spring Session (10 weeks): $270

    Dress Code:

    Girls: pink or purple leotard (skirts okay), pink or flesh tone tights or ankle socks, canvas or leather ballet shoes, hair pulled back out of face

    Boys: fitted black leggings or shorts (skirts okay), solid colored t-shirt, canvas or leather ballet shoes, hair pulled back out of face

    *If student is uncomfortable they are welcome to wear comfortable clothing as long as it is flexible, breathable, and not baggy.

  • Our Pre-ballet class introduces our youngest dancers to ballet in a fun and positive environment that allows students to learn dance skills and activate their creativity. Students learn basic ballet steps and work towards developing coordination and rhythm. This class prioritizes fostering a love for dance and emphasizes self-expression and imagination. 

    Offerings:

    Tuition:

    Fall Session (12 weeks): $324

    Winter Session (11 weeks): $297

    Spring Session (10 weeks): $270

    Dress Code:

    Girls: pink or purple leotard (skirts okay), pink or flesh tone tights or ankle socks, canvas or leather ballet shoes, hair pulled back out of face

    Boys: fitted black leggings or shorts (skirts okay), solid colored t-shirt, canvas or leather ballet shoes, hair pulled back out of face

    *If student is uncomfortable they are welcome to wear comfortable clothing as long as it is flexible, breathable, and not baggy.

  • Our bilingual creative movement class introduces students to dance education, technique, and foundations that help fine-tune motor skills and improve both cognitive ability and confidence in both English and Spanish. 

    Offerings:

    Tuition:

    Fall Session (12 weeks): $324

    Winter Session (11 weeks): $297

    Spring Session (10 weeks): $270

    Dress Code:
    All: solid color t-shirt or leotard, fitted leggings or tights, ballet or jazz shoes preferred, socks okay, hair pulled back out of face

DL14 Upper School (Ages 7 and above)

For upper school registration, we will be offering full school year enrollment, with multiple payment plan options.

Please contact our Programs Manager, Kami, to register for partial year enrollment (ie Winter and/or Spring Sessions)

  • Our Ballet 1 class provides a fundamental introduction to ballet technique and artistry. Dancers at this level learn basic ballet steps, continue to develop their coordination and rhythm, and gain strength and creativity. This class prioritizes teaching ballet techniques while fostering a sense of community and creating a fun and safe learning environment. 

    This class meets twice a week:

    • Wednesday, 5:15 pm - 6:45 pm with Kami

    • Saturday, 10:00 am - 11:30 am with Ellie

    Tuition:

    Payment Plan A (Full Year)- $1,768

    Payment Plan B (3 Session Installments)- $589.33

    Payment Plan C (9 Monthly Installments)- $196.33

    Dress Code:

    Girls: black leotard preferred (skirts okay), pink or flesh tone tights, canvas or leather ballet shoes, hair pulled into bun

    Boys: fitted black leggings/tights or shorts, solid colored t-shirt, canvas or leather ballet shoes, hair pulled back out of face

  • Our Ballet 2 class continues building the student’s dance vocabulary. Dancers at this level start learning simple combinations using base vocabulary, introduce jazz technique to their schedule, and build flexibility with strength. This class prioritizes expanding dance knowledge while fostering a sense of community and creating a fun and safe learning environment. 

    This class meets twice a week with 3 classes:

    • Monday, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm (Ballet 2/3) with Emily

    • Monday, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm (Jazz 2/3) with Layla

    • Thursday, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm (Ballet 2) with Kami

    Tuition:

    Payment Plan A (Full Year)- $2,550

    Payment Plan B (3 Session Installments)- $850

    Payment Plan C (9 Monthly Installments)- $283.33

    Dress Code:

    Girls: black leotard preferred (skirts okay), pink or flesh tone tights, canvas or leather ballet shoes, hair pulled into bun

    Boys: fitted black leggings/tights or shorts, solid colored t-shirt, canvas or leather ballet shoes, hair pulled back out of face

  • Our Ballet 3 level broadens the student’s advanced steps and memory. Dancers at this level demonstrate application of feedback and corrections in classes, introduce jazz technique to their curriculum, and begin learning more complex choreography. This class prioritizes musicality and expanding vocabulary while learning in a safe environment. 

    This class meets three times a week with 4 classes:

    • Monday, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm (Ballet 2/3) with Kami

    • Monday, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm (Jazz 2/3) with Layla

    • Wednesday, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm (Ballet 3/4) with Misha

    • Friday, 4:30 pm -6:00 pm (Ballet 3/4) with Kami

    Tuition:

    Payment Plan A (Full Year)- $3,196

    Payment Plan B (3 Session Installments)- $1065.33

    Payment Plan C (9 Monthly Installments)- $355.11

    Dress Code:

    Girls: black leotard preferred (skirts okay), pink or flesh tone tights, canvas or leather ballet shoes, hair pulled into bun

    Boys: fitted black leggings/tights or shorts, solid colored t-shirt, canvas or leather ballet shoes, hair pulled back out of face

  • Our Ballet 4 level continues building advanced steps while adding Pre-Pointe and Jazz. Dancers at this level demonstrate basic vocabulary application to technique, introduce jazz technique to their curriculum, and begin learning syncopated movements. This class prioritizes musicality and expanding vocabulary while learning in a safe environment. 

    This class meets three times a week with 5 classes:

    • Monday, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm (Ballet 4) with Kami

    • Monday, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm (Jazz 4) with Layla

    • Wednesday, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm (Ballet 3/4) with Misha

    • Friday, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm (Ballet 3/4) with Kami

    • Friday, 6:00 pm - 6:30pm (Pre-Pointe/Pointe) with Kami

    Tuition:

    Payment Plan A (Full Year)- $3,196

    Payment Plan B (3 Session Installments)- $1065.33

    Payment Plan C (9 Monthly Installments)- $355.11

    Dress Code:

    Girls: black leotard preferred (skirts okay), pink or flesh tone tights, canvas or leather ballet shoes, hair pulled into bun

    Boys: fitted black leggings/tights or shorts, solid colored t-shirt, canvas or leather ballet shoes, hair pulled back out of face

  • Our youth contemporary level provides an introduction to contemporary, modern, and jazz styles that allows young dancers to learn fundamental techniques while developing their own unique movement style. The level supports a fun and engaging learning environment that is perfect for dancers to expand their creativity. Contemporary and jazz dance allows students to expand their versatility and artistry. 

    This level meets twice a week:

    • Monday, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm (Jazz 2/3, ages 8-10) with Layla

    • Saturday, 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm with Angel

    Tuition:

    Payment Plan A (Full Year)- $1768

    Payment Plan B (3 Session Installments)- $589.33

    Payment Plan C (9 Monthly Installments)- $196.44

    Dress Code:

    All: solid color t-shirt or leotard, fitted leggings or tights, ballet or jazz shoes preferred, socks okay, hair pulled back out of face

Reach out to education@danceloft14.org with any questions.

Dress Code

We encourage creativity in all of our students! We have a suggested dress code for students, but understand that at a young age, dance attire can feel constricting. Please view the classes above for the suggested dress code for each level.

*Please note, for performances we do require a flesh toned, spaghetti strapped leotard for girls.*

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