Dance Program Participants

Elgin Parks & Recreation Dance Program at The Centre of Elgin

Questions about Centre Dance, contact Aidan Heydt at 847-531-7005 or aidan.heydt@elginil.gov

Winter – 18 Week Dance Recital Classes
Winter – 6 Week Dance & Theatre Classes
Winter – 4 Week Adult Dance Classes
Winter & Spring Break Workshops
Centre Dance Registration

Winter 2027 Dance Classes – 18 Week Recital Classes

Winter 2027 Dance Classes – Accessible Grid
Classes start January 25th.

Beg – Beginner / Int – Intermediate / Adv – Advanced

Registration opens November 1st.

Weekly Class Schedule

Monday (Evening)

  • Little Hip-Hop
    Ages
    3–5 yrs
    Time
    4:30–5:15pm
    Code
    106142-01
  • Kinder Hip-Hop
    Ages
    4–6 yrs
    Time
    5:15–6:15pm
    Code
    106143-01
  • Beg Hip-Hop
    Ages
    6–10 yrs
    Time
    6:15–7:15pm
    Code
    106144-01
  • Int/Adv Hip-Hop
    Ages
    8–15 yrs
    Time
    7:15–8:15pm
    Code
    106147-01

Wednesday (Evening)

  • Beg/Int Tap/Ballet
    Ages
    6–12 yrs
    Time
    4:30-5:30pm
    Code
    106190-01
  • Little Ballet
    Ages
    3–5 yrs
    Time
    5:30–6:15pm
    Code
    106152-01
  • Lyrical/Contemporary
    Ages
    10–17 yrs
    Time
    7:30-8:30pm
    Code
    106138-01

Thursday (Evening) *dance studio*

  • Poms
    Ages
    5-8 yrs
    Time
    4:30-5:30pm
    Code
    106164-01
  • Little Hip-Hop
    Ages
    3-5 yrs
    Time
    5:30–6:15pm
    Code
    106142-02
  • Kinder Hip-Hop
    Ages
    4-6 yrs
    Time
    6:15–7:15pm
    Code
    106143-02
  • Beg/Int Hip-Hop
    Ages
    6-12 yrs
    Time
    7:15–8:15pm
    Code
    106145-01

Thursday (Evening) *spin studio*

  • Kinder Ballet
    Ages
    4-6 yrs
    Time
    4:30-5:30pm
    Code
    106153-01
  • Little Tap/Ballet
    Ages
    3-5 yrs
    Time
    5:30-6:15pm
    Code
    106192-01
  • Beg/Int Ballet
    Ages
    6-12 yrs
    Time
    6:15-7:15pm
    Code
    106155-01

Saturday (Morning)

  • Mini Movers
    Ages
    2–3 yrs
    Time
    9:35–10:05am
    Code
    106131-01
  • Little Ballet
    Ages
    3–5 yrs
    Time
    10:10–10:55am
    Code
    106152-02
  • Kinder Ballet
    Ages
    4–6 yrs
    Time
    10:55–11:55am
    Code
    106153-02

Session Details

18 Week Recital Classes will participate in a June 15th dress rehearsal and June 16th recital (January 25-June 7)

– No class March 29-April 3 and May 31.

– Recital class fees include class instruction, costumes, and participation in the recital.

– Household discount available for multi-class enrollment (not applicable to costume fee)

Pay In Full Fees

Class LengthResident / Non-Resident
30‑minute$270 / $290
45‑minute$295 / $315
60‑minute$320 / $340

Payment Plan Fees

Class LengthResident / Non-Resident
30‑minute 1st payment$180 / $190
30‑minute 2nd payment (Due March 27th)$90 / $100
45‑minute 1st payment$195 / $205
45‑minute 2nd payment (Due March 27th)$100 / $110
60‑minute 1st payment$205 / $215
60‑minute 2nd payment (Due March 27th)$115 / $125

Winter 2027 – 6 Week Discovery Dance Classes and Theatre Workshops

Winter 2027 Dance Classes – Accessible Grid

6 Week Dance Classes and Theatre Workshops will run for two separate sessions of 6 weeks each.

Session 1 of 6 Week Dance Classes start January 26th, Session 2 March 9th.

Session 1 of Theatre Workshop classes start January 27th, Session 2 March 10th

Registration opens November 1st.

Weekly Class Schedule

Tuesday (Morning/Afternoon)

  • Move Together
    Ages
    1-3 yrs w/Adult
    Time
    12:15-12:45pm
    Code
    106230
  • Itty Bitty Ballet
    Ages
    3-5 yrs
    Time
    12:50-1:35pm
    Code
    106252

Wednesday (Morning/Afternoon)

  • Groovin’ Tots
    Ages
    2-3 yrs
    Time
    12:15-12:45
    Code
    106231
  • Itty Bitty Hip-Hop
    Ages
    3–5 yrs
    Time
    12:50-1:35pm
    Code
    106242

Wednesday (Evening)

  • Theatre Workshop
    Ages
    6–15 yrs
    Time
    6:20-7:20pm
    Code
    108520
    Session 1:
    Annie
    Session 2:
    Alice in Wonderland

Saturday (Morning)

  • Move Together
    Ages
    1–3 yrs w/adult
    Time
    9:00–9:30am
    Code
    106230
  • Theatre Workshop
    Ages
    6-15 yrs
    Time
    12:05-1:05pm
    Code
    108520
    Session 1:
    School of Rock
    Session 2:
    The Lightning Thief

Session Details

6 Week Dance Classes & Theatre Workshops run January 26-March 6 and March 9-April 24.

No class March 30-April 3.

Fees

Class LengthResident / Non-Resident
30‑minute$65 / $75
45‑minute$75 / $85
60‑minute$80 / $90

Winter 2027 – 4 Week Adult Dance Classes

Winter 2027 Dance Classes – Accessible Grid

4 Week Adult Dance Classes will run for three separate sessions of 4 weeks each.

Session 1 of Adult Classes classes start February 3rd, Session 2 March 3rd, Session 3 April 7

Registration opens November 1st.

Weekly Class Schedule

Wednesday (Morning/Afternoon)

  • Adult Contemporary *spin studio*
    Ages
    18+ yrs
    Time
    11:15-12:00
    Code
    106239

Thursday (Evening)

  • Teen/Adult Hip-Hop *spin studio*
    Ages
    13+ yrs
    Time
    7:15-8:00pm
    Code
    106249

Session Details

4 week Adult Classes run February 3-February 25, March 3-March 25 and April 7-April 29

Fees

Class LengthResident / Non-Resident
45‑minute$30 / $35

Winter & Spring Break Workshops

Little Dancer Workshop (Ages 3–5)

Preschool dancers learn basic dance moves in a variety of styles with a superhero or buggy garden theme. The workshop includes a themed craft and a mini performance on the last day.

Length: 2 days
Min/Max: 5/10
Location: Centre of Elgin

Workshop Themes

  • Superdancers!
    Code: 106232-01
    Dates: 12/21–12/22
    Days: Mon–Tue
    Time: 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
    Fee: R $25 / NR $30
  • Bugs in the Garden
    Code: 106232-02
    Dates: 3/29–3/30
    Days: Mon–Tue
    Time: 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
    Fee: R $25 / NR $30

Attire: Comfortable clothes or leotard and tights; athletic or dance shoes.

Stop, Drop & Dance Workshop (Ages 6–15)

Kids and teens will learn Hip-hop moves and choreography to upbeat, popular music. Themes include Villain Vogue featuring songs from Descendants, Wednesday, The Lego Movie, and more, and KPop Mix featuring groups such as Blackpink, Stray Kids, Twice, and Illit. The workshop includes a fun craft and a mini performance on the last day.

Length: 3 days
Min/Max: 5/12
Location: Centre of Elgin

Workshop Themes

  • Villain Vogue
    Code: 106234-01
    Dates: 12/21–12/23
    Days: Mon–Wed
    Time: 11:45 a.m.–1:15 p.m.
    Fee: R $55 / NR $60
  • KPop Mix
    Code: 106234-02
    Dates: 3/29–3/31
    Days: Mon–Wed
    Time: 11:45 a.m.–1:15 p.m.
    Fee: R $55 / NR $60

Attire: Comfortable clothes; clean and dry athletic shoes.

Theatre Workshop (Ages 6–15)

Kids and teens sing, dance, and act with material from a real musical! Everyone will get a part with lines; memorization NOT required. The class will have a performance on the last day.

Length: 3 days
Min/Max: 5/12
Location: Centre of Elgin

Workshop Themes

  • The Muppet Christmas Carol
    Code: 108521-01
    Dates: 12/21–12/23
    Days: Mon–Wed
    Time: 1:15 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
    Fee: R $60 / NR $65
  • Seussical
    Code: 108521-02
    Dates: 3/29–3/31
    Days: Mon–Wed
    Time: 1:15 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
    Fee: R $60 / NR $65

Attire: Comfortable clothes, athletic or jazz shoes.

Questions: aidan.heydt@elginil.gov • 847-531-7005