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Adult Dance (Ages 18+)
Our Adult Dance program is held at the Meyer Center in the upstairs dance studio. The program offers ballet, tap, jazz and modern dance. Classes are suited for both beginners and experienced students. Participating in dance is a great way to improve flexibility, strength and balance. Join one or more of these classes to learn and improve while experiencing the joy of dance!
*MEMBERS GET A 25% DISCOUNT ON ADDITIONAL CLASSES AFTER REGISTERING FOR ONE* (must contact Arts & Humanities Director to receive the discount)
Adult Beginner Ballet (Ages 18+)
It is never too late! Join this class to learn the basics of ballet. Improve balance, flexibility, core strength and control while awakening the ballet dancer in you. The class includes barre and center work with combinations tailored around class progression.
All ages 18 and up welcome and encouraged!
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winter 1 Open Registration | 12/15/25 @ 06:00 AM |
1/15/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 68.00 | $ 102.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
|---|---|---|
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01/08/26 - 02/19/26
Dance Studio - Th - 7:15 pm - 8:00 pm
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Registration Closed |
Ballet
Bring out your inner ballerina in this mixed-level class. Barre and center work as well as across-the-floor combinations will focus on good body awareness, dance aesthetic and musicality. Have fun while working your body and mind! Experience recommended.
Attire: leotard or sportswear top (tank, fitted T-shirt), tights, leggings, jazz pants or yoga pants, dance skirts are welcome, ballet shoes.
NEW LONGER CLASS!
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winter 1 Open Regisration | 12/15/25 @ 06:00 AM |
1/21/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 98.00 | $ 146.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
|---|---|---|
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01/07/26 - 02/18/26
Dance Studio - We - 7:15 pm - 8:30 pm
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Register Closes 01/21/2026 |
Jazz
This open level class will focus on building strong, proper body alignment with clean technique through stretch and strengthening warm-up exercises. Across the floor combinations put technique into practice with turns, kicks, floor work and jumps. The class culminates in a choreographed combination tying all those skills together. Students of all levels are welcome!
Attire: comfortable dance or yoga clothing that allows for movement, jazz shoes or jazz sneakers
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winter 1 Open Registration | 12/15/25 @ 06:00 AM |
1/19/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 88.00 | $ 132.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
|---|---|---|
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01/05/26 - 02/16/26
Dance Studio - Mo - 8:05 pm - 9:00 pm
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Register Closes 01/26/2026 |
Modern
This class will emphasize trunk articulation and floorwork with focus on developing movement phrases that can be combined to build dance pieces. Material learned in the class may be used for outside opportunities to perform.
Attire: comfortable dance or yoga clothing that allows for movement
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winter 1 Open Registration | 12/15/25 @ 06:00 AM |
1/19/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 88.00 | $ 132.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
|---|---|---|
|
01/05/26 - 02/16/26
Dance Studio - Mo - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
|
Register Closes 01/19/2026 |