Dance Class Descriptions | Aurora Dance Center

Fall 2026-2027 Classes

Registration is now open for Fall 2026–2027 classes at Aurora Dance Center.

Our talented teaching staff is being finalized for Fall 2026–2027.

Specific instructors will be added as schedules are confirmed.

Select your dancer’s age to view recommended class options.

Ages

Creative Movement

Move With Me

Walking–Age 3

Wednesday

9:30–10:00 AM • Miss Sarah Beth

Duration: 30 Min.

A playful parent-and-child class exploring rhythm, coordination, and imagination through music and creative movement. Perfect for little ones just finding their rhythm and caregivers who love to join in the fun! What They Will Learn: • Basic rhythm and musical timing • Motor coordination and body awareness • Creative movement and imagination-play • Following simple instructions • Positive caregiver–child connection

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Ballet / Tap/ Tumbling

Twirling Twos & Threes

Ages: 2–3

Mon - 5:15-6:00 PM • Miss Sarah Beth

Tue - 10:00–10:45 AM • Miss Sarah Beth

Wed - 4:15 - 5:00 PM • Coming Soon

Thurs - 3:45 - 4:30 PM • Miss Sarah Beth

Duration: 45 Min.

This combo class is a joyful introduction to dance that is perfect for your tiny mover! Designed for ages 2–3, the class combines beginner ballet and tap steps with tumbling gymnastics. With upbeat music, fun props, and a supportive atmosphere, dancers build coordination, confidence, rhythm, and a love for dance—all while having a blast! What They Will Learn: • Beginner ballet & tap • Simple tumbling • Rhythm + coordination • Independence & confidence • Classroom readiness This class participates in a recital

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Ballet / Tap/ Tumbling

Twirling Twos - Fives

Ages: 2–5

Tues- 6:00–6:45 PM

Wed- 10:00–10:45 AM • Miss Sarah Beth

Duration: 45 Min.

A creative blend of ballet, movement, and music that helps little dancers discover balance, rhythm, and joy in movement. Designed to nurture early confidence and coordination in a fun, musical atmosphere. What They Will Learn: • Intro to ballet basics • Musical expression • Coordination and balance • Listening skills • Creative movement This class participates in a recital

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Ballet / Tap/ Tumbling

Fancy Fours & Fives

Ages: 4–5

Mon- 4:30–5:15 PM • Miss Sarah Beth

Thurs- 10:00 - 10:45 AM

Thurs- 5:15 - 6:00 PM

Duration: 45 Min.

Designed for your budding dancer, this combo class blends beginner ballet, tap, and tumbling gymnastics through imaginative play and engaging activities. Dancers explore musicality, balance, and expression while building strength, focus, and social skills. It’s the perfect mix of structure and creativity to prepare young dancers for future training—all in a fun, encouraging atmosphere! What They Will Learn: • Beginner ballet + tap + tumbling • Strength + balance • Listening + teamwork • Musicality + expression • Readiness for leveled classes This class participates in a recital

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Hip Hop & Jazz

Bitty Bop

Ages: 2–5

Thursday

6:00–6:45 PM

Duration: 45 Min.

Dancers ages 2–5 will explore hip hop and jazz in this fun-filled class designed for early childhood dancers. Through upbeat music, playful movement and beginner dance combinations, dancers build confidence while having fun. This energetic class helps children develop coordination, rhythm and classroom skills in a happy and encouraging environment. What They Will Learn: • Beginner hip hop and jazz basics • Rhythm and musicality • Coordination and body awareness • Confidence through movement • Listening skills and following directions • Creative expression and performance fun This class participates in recital.

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Preschool Gymnastics

Gymnastics

Ages: 2–5

Tuesday

4:30–5:15 PM

Duration: 45 Min.

This fun, beginner-friendly gymnastics class introduces little ones to the basics of tumbling, balance, and strength. Gymnasts learn skills such as rolls, jumps, and safe movement techniques through playful stations and creative activities. With a focus on coordination, confidence, and body awareness, this class gives young movers a strong foundation in both gymnastics and overall physical development—all in a supportive, upbeat environment! What They Will Learn: • Beginner tumbling skills • Strength and flexibility • Balance, coordination, and spatial awareness • Safe movement habits This class participates in a recital

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Musical Theatre

Broadway Babies

Ages: 2–5

Thursday

4:30–5:15 PM • Miss Sarah Beth

Duration: 45 Min.

Lights, camera, sparkle! This musical theatre class is made just for our youngest stars. Dancers ages 2–5 act and dance their way through fun routines inspired by kid-friendly Broadway and movie musicals. It’s a playful blend of creativity and confidence-building that helps little performers shine on and off the stage! What They Will Learn: • Musical theatre basics • Simple acting and facial expression • Rhythm and musicality • Confidence in performing • Coordination through song & dance This class participates in a recital

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Mini Ballet, Tap & Jazz

Ages 6–7

Tuesday

5:15–6:00 PM

Duration: 45 Min.

This fun triple-style combo is perfect for six- and seven-year-olds ready to take the next step! Dancers explore ballet, tap, and jazz technique in an upbeat, engaging format that builds coordination, rhythm, and performance skills. It’s a lively class that helps dancers grow in confidence, strength, and creativity—while having a blast! What They Will Learn: • Ballet, tap, and jazz foundations • Strength, coordination, and flexibility • Musicality and stage presence • Proper technique for future levels This class participates in a recital

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Ballet I

Ages 7–12

Monday

5:15–6:00 PM • Miss Adriana

Duration: 45 Min.

Building on the fundamentals of classical ballet, this class focuses on technique, control, and artistry. Dancers refine alignment, balance, and movement quality while expanding their ballet vocabulary through barre work and center combinations. It’s a graceful and disciplined class that nurtures strength, confidence, and poise. What They Will Learn: • Classical ballet technique • Alignment, posture, and turnout • Barre and center vocabulary • Strength, control, and musicality This class participates in a recital.

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Jazz I

Ages 7–12

Monday

6:00–6:45 PM

Duration: 45 Min.

Full of energy and style, this upbeat class teaches jazz technique, musicality, and performance skills through fun warm-ups and expressive choreography. Dancers improve flexibility, coordination, and confidence while learning stylized movement that keeps them excited to dance. What They Will Learn: • Jazz basics and technique • Performance skills • Flexibility and strength • Musicality and style This class participates in a recital.

Jazz II/III

Ages 10–18

Wednesday

6:45–7:30 PM

Duration: 45 Min.

This upbeat class challenges dancers to grow in technique, flexibility, and performance quality. Through dynamic warm-ups, across-the-floor progressions, and expressive choreography, students explore a variety of jazz styles while building strength, confidence, and stage presence. Perfect for dancers ready to take their jazz skills to the next level! What They Will Learn: • Advanced jazz technique • Strength, flexibility, and stamina • Dynamic movement and style • Performance expression and confidence This class participates in a recital

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Tap I

Ages: Ages 7–12

Monday

6:45–7:30 PM

Duration: 45 Min.

Get ready to make some noise and have a blast in Tap I! Dancers ages 7–12 will learn the fundamentals of tap through upbeat music, exciting rhythms and energetic combinations. This class builds coordination, timing and confidence while teaching dancers how to create clear tap sounds and fun footwork patterns. Perfect for beginners or dancers ready to strengthen their tap technique in a positive and encouraging environment. What They Will Learn: • Basic tap steps and terminology • Rhythm, timing and musicality • Coordination and balance • Beginning combinations and routines • Confidence and performance skills This class participates in a recital

Tap II/III

Ages 10–18

Wednesday

6:00–6:45 PM

Duration: 45 Min.

Tap II/III builds on fundamental tap technique with a focus on rhythmic clarity, speed, and expressive footwork. Dancers strengthen coordination and musicality through progressive drills, traveling steps, and intricate combinations. With an emphasis on timing, sound quality, and performance confidence, this class challenges students to refine their tap vocabulary and develop a strong sense of rhythm and style. What They Will Learn: • Intermediate-to-advanced tap technique • Rhythmic clarity and sound precision • Traveling steps and complex combinations • Musical timing, syncopation, and performance quality This class participates in a recital.

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Hip Hop I

Ages 7–12

Monday

6:45–7:30 PM

Duration: 45 Min.

A high-energy class where dancers learn age-appropriate hip hop grooves and choreography. With a focus on rhythm, coordination, and confidence, this class gives dancers the freedom to express themselves through movement in a fun, supportive setting. What They Will Learn: • Hip hop basics • Rhythm, coordination, groove • Confidence and performance skills This class participates in a recital.

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Hip Hop II & III

Ages: Ages 10–18

Wednesday

7:30–8:15 PM

Duration: 45 Min.

An expressive class that blends ballet and jazz foundations to encourage storytelling through movement. Dancers build technique, flexibility, and musicality while learning to move with emotion and confidence in a supportive, creative space. What They Will Learn: • Lyrical technique and fluidity • Emotional expression • Flexibility and control • Storytelling through movement This class participates in a recital.

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Musical Theatre

Ages: 8-17

Wednesday

5:00–5:45 PM

Duration: 45 Min.

Step into the spotlight in this exciting musical theatre class for dancers ages 8 and up. Students will build confidence while learning Broadway-style choreography, character performance and stage presence through upbeat songs and expressive movement. This class blends dance, acting and performance skills in a fun and encouraging environment where every student can shine. What They Will Learn: • Musical theatre dance technique • Facial expressions and storytelling through movement • Character development and stage presence • Rhythm, timing and performance confidence • Teamwork and creativity This class participates in a recital

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Technique III

Ages: Ages 10–18

Thursday

5:15–6:00 PM

Duration: 45 Min.

Technique III is designed for dancers ready to build strength, flexibility and advanced dance skills in a focused and encouraging class setting. Dancers ages 10–18 will work on proper alignment, control, balance and conditioning while learning techniques that support success in ballet, jazz, lyrical, contemporary and more. This class is perfect for dancers who want to grow stronger, cleaner and more confident in every style. What They Will Learn: • Strength and conditioning for dancers • Flexibility and stretching techniques • Balance and control • Proper posture and alignment • Core strength and coordination

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Pre-Pointe / Pointe

Ages 13–18

Wednesday

6:00–6:30 PM • Miss Sarah Beth

Duration: 30 Min.

Designed for dancers ready to advance their ballet training, this focused class helps students build the strength, technique, and control needed for pointe work. Dancers will work on proper alignment, ankle and foot strength, balance, and classical ballet technique while progressing safely and confidently under instructor guidance. Pre-pointe students will prepare for future pointe work, while pointe students continue refining skills and artistry. •Teacher approval is required for enrollment. What They Will Learn: • Foot and ankle strengthening • Balance and core control • Proper alignment and posture • Pointe readiness and safe technique • Turns, balance, and center work • Grace, discipline, and confidence

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Ballet III

Ages 13–18

Wednesday

5:00–6:00 PM • Miss Sarah Beth

Duration: 55 Min.

An advanced-level class for dedicated dancers ready to refine their technique, strength, and artistry. With a focus on alignment, control, and expressive movement, students work through complex barre and center combinations while developing musicality and performance quality. This class emphasizes discipline and grace, providing a strong foundation for pre-professional training. What They Will Learn: • Advanced classical ballet technique • Strength, control, and endurance • Musicality and expressive performance • Alignment, balance, and movement quality This class participates in a recital.

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Jazz II/III

Ages 10–18

Wednesday

6:45–7:30 PM

Duration: 45 Min.

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Tap II/III

Ages 10–18

Wednesday

6:00–6:45 PM

Duration: 45 Min.

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Hip Hop II & III

Ages: Ages 10–18

Wednesday

7:30–8:15 PM

Duration: 45 Min.

Technique III

Ages: Ages 10–18

Thursday

5:15–6:00 PM

Duration: 45 Min.

Technique III is designed for dancers ready to build strength, flexibility and advanced dance skills in a focused and encouraging class setting. Dancers ages 10–18 will work on proper alignment, control, balance and conditioning while learning techniques that support success in ballet, jazz, lyrical, contemporary and more. This class is perfect for dancers who want to grow stronger, cleaner and more confident in every style. What They Willl Learn: • Strength and conditioning for dancers • Flexibility and stretching techniques • Balance and control • Proper posture and alignment • Core strength and coordination

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Musical Theatre

Ages: 8-17

Wednesday

5:00–5:45 PM

Duration: 45 Min.

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Adult Stretch

Ages 18+

Monday

7:30–8:15 PM

Duration: 45 Min.

Designed for adults of all experience levels, this class focuses on improving flexibility, mobility and overall body strength in a supportive environment. Through guided stretching, core work and low-impact strengthening exercises, students will increase range of motion, reduce tension and build better posture and balance. Perfect for dancers, fitness enthusiasts or anyone wanting to move and feel better. What You Will Learn: • Full-body stretching techniques • Core strength and stability • Improved posture and alignment • Balance and coordination • Increased flexibility and mobility • Muscle recovery and tension relief • Body awareness and control

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Adult Ballet

Ages 18+

Tuesday

6:00–6:45 PM• Miss Sarah Beth

Duration: 45 Min.

Whether you’re brand new to ballet or returning after years away, this graceful class offers a low-pressure space to move, stretch, and build confidence. Dancers focus on posture, balance, and musicality while enjoying the beauty of ballet at a comfortable pace. No tutu required—just a love of movement! What They Will Learn: • Foundational ballet technique • Alignment, posture, and balance • Musicality and controlled movement • Confidence and body awareness This class participates in recital

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Adult Ballet Technique

Ages 18+

Thursday

6:00–6:45 PM

Duration: 45 Min.

Designed for adults of all experience levels, this non-performing class focuses on building strong ballet fundamentals through structured technique training. Students will work on posture, alignment, balance and strength while learning proper ballet movement in a supportive and welcoming environment. Perfect for adults wanting graceful movement, improved fitness and a deeper understanding of ballet without recital or performance commitment. What You Will Learn: • Proper ballet posture and body alignment • Barre and center floor technique • Balance and coordination • Flexibility and mobility • Core and leg strengthening • Graceful movement and musicality • Confidence in classical ballet fundamentals

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Adult Jazz

Ages 18+

Tuesday

6:45–7:30 PM • Miss Sarah Beth

Duration: 45 Min.

Get ready to move, groove, and express yourself! This upbeat class blends classic jazz technique with fun choreography set to a variety of music. It’s perfect for beginners or returning dancers who want to improve flexibility, coordination, and confidence—all while getting a great workout. What They Will Learn: • Jazz technique and style • Flexibility and strength • Rhythm and musicality • Performance expression This class participates in a recital.

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Adult Tap

Ages 18+

Tuesday

7:30–8:15 PM • Miss Sarah Beth

Duration: 45 Min.

Let’s make some noise! This fun and rhythmic class welcomes both beginners and returning tappers. Dancers explore timing, coordination, and sound clarity through energetic combinations that keep things lively. Tap is a joyful way to challenge your mind, boost your rhythm, and dance with personality! What They Will Learn: • Tap fundamentals and technique • Sound clarity and rhythmic control • Coordinated footwork and timing • Fun, expressive combinations This class participates in a recital.

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Adult Hip Hop

Ages 18+

Thursday

6:45–7:30 PM • Miss Taryn

Duration: 45 Min.

A high-energy, feel-good class designed for adults of all experience levels. Dancers learn fun, stylized hip hop choreography that focuses on rhythm, coordination, and expression. It’s a great way to let loose, move with confidence, and have fun while breaking a sweat! What They Will Learn: • Hip hop grooves and foundational steps • Rhythm, coordination, and control • Choreography and performance confidence • Musicality and personal style This class does not participate in recital.

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Adult Contemporary

Ages 18+

Thursday

7:30–8:15 PM

Duration: 45 Min.

Lyrical / Contemporary for all adults. A class designed for adults who want to move with emotion, artistry and expression. This class blends lyrical and contemporary styles through fluid movement, musical interpretation and dynamic choreography in a welcoming environment for all experience levels. Dancers will build strength, flexibility and confidence while preparing a performance routine for recital. What They Will Learn: • Contemporary and lyrical technique • Turns, leaps and floor work fundamentals • Musicality and emotional expression • Strength, balance and flexibility • Choreography and performance skills This class participates in a recital

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