Marilyn's Academy of Dance

CREATIVE DANCE 2 - 3 YEARS***45 minutes - $68.00 no registration fee

A high-energy class that uses the latest sounds in rap, R&B and pop music together with movements presented in an age appropriate manner. Hip hop encompasses movement that has elements of popping, locking, and breaking as well as freestyle movement to give students the opportunity to develop their own sense of style.

Classes emphasize the development and strengthening of basic tap technique and terminology highlighting the importance of rhythm and sound. These classes work proper technique, sound breakdown and traveling steps. A typical class begins with a leg and ankle warm-up, followed by progression work. We focus heavily on musicality, rhythm and timing, which is an essential part of tap training.

Classes emphasize the development of classical ballet skills with a focus on proper placement and alignment. Students will learn ballet vocabulary through barre and center work while building strength and flexibility. Students will learn and demonstrate basic ballet terminology. Students will gain musical awareness while dancing to classical music and develop attention skills while listening to the teacher's instructions. In addition to ballet technique, students will work with other individuals their age and practice working within a group. Ballet class reviews all basic ballet technique including positions of the feet and arms, proper body alignment, turnout, ballet vocabulary, barre exercises, across the floor, and center work. Classes will provide students with exercises that build muscle strength, increase flexibility, and provide a foundation that can be applied to all dance styles. While in class, the students are expected to constantly focus their bodies on proper carriage of the torso, arms, and back.

Classes teach basic jazz dance technique, terminology and movement quality with an emphasis on proper execution of jazz isolations, rhythms and style performed to contemporary music. Jazz is a fun genre of dance that draws on many other styles in forming its technique and expressive styles. Jazz dance uses almost every genre of music, from classic swing and Broadway jazz to current popular music. This is an energetic, dynamic form of dance.

Combo classes are offered for ages 3-4 (Ballet, Tap, Jazz and tumbling) and ages 5-6 (Ballet, Tap, Jazz and tumbling). These class focuses on the basics of ballet. Barre exercises, arm positions, increasing strength and flexibility. For tap, dancers will learn to develop simple rhythm patterns as the basic tap steps. For jazz, dancers will learn the basics of jazz vocabulary, increase strength and flexibilty and gaining a sense of timing.

Combo classes are offered for ages 3-4 (Ballet, Tap, Jazz and tumbling) and ages 5-6 (Ballet, Tap, Jazz and tumbling). These class focuses on the basics of ballet. Barre exercises, arm positions, increasing strength and flexibility. For tap, dancers will learn to develop simple rhythm patterns as the basic tap steps. For jazz, dancers will learn the basics of jazz vocabulary, increase strength and flexibilty and gaining a sense of timing.

This class is designed for young children aged 2 to 3 years, focusing on creative movement and expression through dance. It is a 45-minute session.

Rate for private dance lessons.

Drop-in rate per lesson for dance classes.

Tuition rate for 12 lessons per week, with Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Debit payment, including Peoria City Amusement Tax of 2.8%.

Tuition rate for 11 lessons per week, with Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Debit payment, including Peoria City Amusement Tax of 2.8%.

Tuition rate for 10 lessons per week, with Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Debit payment, including Peoria City Amusement Tax of 2.8%.

Tuition rate for 9 lessons per week, with Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Debit payment, including Peoria City Amusement Tax of 2.8%.

Tuition rate for 8 lessons per week, with Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Debit payment, including Peoria City Amusement Tax of 2.8%.

Tuition rate for 7 lessons per week, with Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Debit payment, including Peoria City Amusement Tax of 2.8%.

Tuition rate for 6 lessons per week, with Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Debit payment, including Peoria City Amusement Tax of 2.8%.

Tuition rate for 5 lessons per week, with Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Debit payment, including Peoria City Amusement Tax of 2.8%.

Tuition rate for 4 lessons per week, with Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Debit payment, including Peoria City Amusement Tax of 2.8%.

Tuition rate for 3 lessons per week, with Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Debit payment, including Peoria City Amusement Tax of 2.8%.

Tuition rate for 2 lessons per week, with Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Debit payment, including Peoria City Amusement Tax of 2.8%.

Tuition rate for 1 lesson per week, with Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Debit payment, including Peoria City Amusement Tax of 2.8%.

Discounted tuition rate for 12 lessons per week, with cash/check payment, including Peoria City Amusement Tax of 2.8%.

Discounted tuition rate for 11 lessons per week, with cash/check payment, including Peoria City Amusement Tax of 2.8%.

Discounted tuition rate for 10 lessons per week, with cash/check payment, including Peoria City Amusement Tax of 2.8%.

Discounted tuition rate for 9 lessons per week, with cash/check payment, including Peoria City Amusement Tax of 2.8%.

Discounted tuition rate for 8 lessons per week, with cash/check payment, including Peoria City Amusement Tax of 2.8%.

Discounted tuition rate for 7 lessons per week, with cash/check payment, including Peoria City Amusement Tax of 2.8%.

Discounted tuition rate for 6 lessons per week, with cash/check payment, including Peoria City Amusement Tax of 2.8%.

Discounted tuition rate for 5 lessons per week, with cash/check payment, including Peoria City Amusement Tax of 2.8%.

Discounted tuition rate for 4 lessons per week, with cash/check payment, including Peoria City Amusement Tax of 2.8%.

Discounted tuition rate for 3 lessons per week, with cash/check payment, including Peoria City Amusement Tax of 2.8%.

Discounted tuition rate for 2 lessons per week, with cash/check payment, including Peoria City Amusement Tax of 2.8%.

Discounted tuition rate for 1 lesson per week, with cash/check payment, including Peoria City Amusement Tax of 2.8%.

LEVEL 1 - 60 minute class - 1 style of dance is taught

COMBO CLASSES - 5 - 8 YEARS - 60 minute class - 30 minutes each of 2 styles dance - proper shoes required

A 60-minute class in Level 1, focusing on Contemporary dance for individuals aged 9 to 12 years. This class teaches one style of dance.

A 60-minute class for ages 5 to 8 years, featuring 30 minutes each of two different dance styles. Proper shoes are required.

LEVEL 1 - 60 minute class - 1 style of dance is taught

COMBO 1 - AGES 3 - 5 YEARS - 55 minute class: Tap, ballet and tumbling - Tap & Ballet shoes required

A 60-minute class in Level 1, focusing on Jazz dance for individuals aged 9 to 12 years. This class teaches one style of dance.

A 55-minute class for ages 3 to 5 years, combining Tap, ballet, and tumbling. Tap & Ballet shoes are required for participation.

LEVEL 2 - 60 minute class - 1 style of dance is taught

LEVEL 1 - 60 minute class - 1 style of dance is taught

A 60-minute class in Level 2, focusing on Acro dance for children aged 7 to 10 years. This class teaches one style of dance.

A 60-minute class in Level 1, focusing on Acro dance for children aged 5 to 7 years. This class teaches one style of dance.

LEVEL 2 - 60 minute class - 1 style of dance is taught

A 60-minute class in Level 2, focusing on Ballet dance for individuals aged 10 to 16 years. This class teaches one style of dance.

LEVEL 2 - 60 minute class - 1 style of dance is taught

A 60-minute class in Level 2, focusing on Jazz dance for individuals aged 10 to 16 years. This class teaches one style of dance.

LEVEL 1 - 60 minute class - 1 style of dance is taught

LEVEL 1 - 60 minute class - 1 style of dance is taught

A 60-minute class in Level 1, focusing on Ballet dance for children aged 6 to 9 years. This class teaches one style of dance.

A 60-minute class in Level 1, focusing on Stretch and flexibility for children aged 7 to 10 years. This class teaches one style of dance.

LEVEL 2 - 60 minute class - 1 style of dance is taught

A 60-minute class in Level 2, focusing on Tap dance for individuals aged 7 to 10 years. This class teaches one style of dance.

A 60-minute class in Level 1, focusing on Ballet dance for individuals aged 9 to 12 years. This class teaches one style of dance.

LEVEL 1 - 60 minute class - 1 style of dance is taught

A 60-minute class in Level 2, focusing on Ballet dance for individuals aged 7 to 10 years. This class teaches one style of dance.

A 60-minute class in Level 1, focusing on Hip Hop dance for children aged 6 to 9 years. This class teaches one style of dance.

LEVEL 1 - 60 minute class - 1 style of dance is taught

A 60-minute class in Level 1, focusing on Tap dance for children aged 5 to 8 years. This class teaches one style of dance.

A 60-minute class in Level 1, focusing on Acro dance for children aged 10 to 12 years. This class teaches one style of dance.

LEVEL 2 - 60 minute class - 1 style of dance is taught

A 60-minute class in Level 2, focusing on Contemporary dance for individuals aged 10 to 16 years. This class teaches one style of dance.

A 60-minute class in Level 1, focusing on Hip Hop dance for individuals aged 12 and up. This class teaches one style of dance.

COMBO 2 - AGES 4 - 6 YEARS - Tap & Ballet shoes required

This class is for ages 4 to 6 years and requires Tap & Ballet shoes. Specific dance styles are not detailed in the description.

ADULT TAP - INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED***Starting September 8th

An adult Tap class at the Intermediate/Advanced level, starting September 8th. Details on duration and price are not provided.

A 60-minute class in Level 1, focusing on Stretch and flexibility for dancers aged 8 to 11 years. This class teaches one style of dance.

A 60-minute class in Level 2, focusing on Ballet dance for individuals aged 8 to 11 years. This class teaches one style of dance.

A 60-minute class in Level 2, focusing on Tap dance for individuals aged 8 to 11 years. This class teaches one style of dance.

Adult Contemporary***Drop in Class, please call for information

An adult Contemporary drop-in class. Please call for more information regarding schedule, duration, and pricing for this class.