101006 - Intro to Dance

This class based on ballet, will work on your child's motor skills, muscle development and creativity through music, use of props and dress up costumes. Learning foundations of dance, ballet positions and steps used in all forms of dance. French dance terminology, easy stretch and proper class etiquette will be introduced. Proper dance attire: Girls - light pink leotard, light pink tights, pink leather ballet slippers. Boys - white t-shirt, black sweatpants, black or white leather ballet slippers. Please no canvas material ballet shoes. Classes not held due to a holiday, etc. will be made up.

101007 - Ballet Class I

This class is for the dancer with dance experience looking to challenge themselves more in the world of ballet. Class work based on the teachings of the Russian Vaganova School of Dance. Barre, center, across the floor teachings, steps and syllabus, this class prepares you for pointe class. Proper dance attire: black leotard, light pink tights, pink split sole leather ballet slippers. Please no canvas ballet shoes. Classes not held due to holiday, etc. will be made up.

101008 - Jr III Ballet/Tap Combo

For the dancer with 2-3 years of dance experience. Participants begin with barre work and progress to center steps and across the floor movements, ending with the development of the steps into a short dance. Tap focus will be on intermediate steps and rhythm sounds. French terminology and proper dance ettiquette will be taught. Proper dance attire: Girls-lilac leotard, light pink tights, pink leather split sole ballet slippers, tan tap shoes; Boys-white t-shirt, black sweatpants, black or white leather split sole ballet slippers, black tap shoes. Please no canvas material ballet shoes. Classes missed due to holiday, etc. will be made up.

101009 - Ballet/Tap Combo Elem

This program introduces your young dancer to the foundation of ballet and basic tap steps. Barre work, progress to center steps and across the floor movements, ending with the development of the steps into a short dance. Tap focus will be on basic steps and rhythm sounds. French dance terminology and proper dance etiquette will be taught. Proper dance attire: Girls-light pink leotard, light pink tights, pink leather ballet slippers, tan tap shoes; Boys-white t-shirt, black sweatpants, black or white leather ballet slippers, black tap shoes. Please no canvas material ballet shoes. Classses not held due to a holiday, etc. will be made up.

101010 - Elem I-II Ballet/Crtv Movement

This program is for beginning ballet students and those with one year experience. The foundation of ballet with creative movements. Center and across the floor dance steps and movement. French dance terminology and proper dance etiquette will be taught. Proper dance attire: Girls-light pink leotard, light pink tights, pink leather ballet slippers; Boys-white t-shirt, black sweatpants, black or white leather ballet slippers. No canvas material ballet shoes.Classes not held due to holiday, etc. will be made up.

101011 - Ballet II

This class is for the dancer with dance experience looking to challenge themselves more in the world of ballet. Class work based on the Russian Vaganova School of Dance. Barre, center, across the floor teachings, steps and syllabus, this class prepares your for pointe class. Proper dance attire: Girls-black leotard, light pink tights, pink split sole leather ballet slippers. No canvas ballet shoes. Classes not held due to holiday, etc. will be made up.

101012 - Pointe

For dancers with ballet experience. Participants must also be enrolled in the Thursday Ballet II class from 5:30-7:00pm. Class is for beginning to intermediate pointe dancers. Fee covers enrollment in 5:30 ballet program. Proper dance attire: black leotard, light pink tights, pointe shoes. Classes not held due to holiday, etc. will be made up.

101013 - Jazz/Hip Hop

Mix of jazz and hip-hop and their different styles. Proper stretch, across the floor movements and center movements will develop into short dances. Proper dance attire: Girls/Boys-(choice of color) leotard, tights, fitted top, fitted pants, biker shorts, unitard, black jazz shoes and soft black knee pads. No street shoes, or loose, baggy clothes. Classes not held due to holidays, etc. will be made up.

101014 - Jr. Jazz/Hip-Hop I

Mix of jazz and hip-hop and their different styles. Proper stretch, across the floor movements and center movements will develop into short dances. Proper dance attire: Girls/Boys- (color choice) leotard, tights, fitted top, fitted pants, biker shorts, unitard, black jazz shoes, soft knee pads. No loose or baggy clothing or street shoes. Classes missed due to holiday, etc. will be made up.

101015 - Jr. Jazz/Hip-Hop II

See description for Jr. Jazz/Hip-Hop I.

101018 - Little Active Actors

Dramatization uses linguistic, bodily kinesthetic, musical and spatial intelligences. It's also a lot of fun! Children will be introduced to acting through songs, dancing, costumes, theatre games and much more! We will be acting out "A Soup Opera" and parents are invited for a performance during our last class.

101019 - Youth Acting

This exciting group will explore the world of live theater. Introduction to acting, props and costumes for play staging will all add to the fun. Learning theater terms and working on themed scenes will encourage spontaneity and build self-esteem. Coaching is available for those scheduled to audition for the Footlight Players of LaGrange Park's Spring production.

101020 -  "Rock"/Musical Theater

101021 - Chess

Learn to play chess or improve your game. This program is designed to be maximally conductive to the student's chess growth, as well as providing a safe, stimulating and positive structured learning environment.

101022 - Guitar

No previous knowledge of guitar or music necessary. The students will learn the fundamentals of guitar playing, including holding the guitar and pick, proper fret-hand finger position, sight reading, playing by ear and playing basic songs. Each student will recieve a participation award and guitar-related prizes. Fee includes a textbook and CD. Students need to bring their own guitar.

101023 - Jr I-II Ballet/Tap Combo

Participants begin with barre work and progress to center steps and across the floor movements, ending with the development of the steps into a short dance. Tap focus will be on beginning and intermediate steps and rhythm sounds. French dance terminology and proper dance etiquette will be taught. Proper dance attire: Girls - lilac leotard, light pink tights, pink leather split sole ballet slippers, tan tap shoes. Boys - white t-shirt, black sweatpants, black or white leather split sole ballet slippers, black tap shoes. No canvas material ballet shoes. Classes not held due to holiday, etc. will be made up.

101038 - Art for Kids

This art class focuses on creative exploration of various observations and imagination based drawing, painting and sculpture with the freedom of individual exploration using acrylics, watercolors, ink, charcoal, graphite, oil pastels, chalk pastels, clay, paper mache, cardboard, wood scraps, wire and other materials. Paint with unusual materials like sand paint, collage and layer, plus over drawing. Students will work very large and very small. We will use canvas, watercolor paper, nice heavy duty drawing paper, cardboard and clay in a variety of fun projects. Students will be encouraged to follow their interests and experiment with the materials while starting to observe and record from observation. All new class projects each session. Come and enjoy our fun art class!

101049 - Baby Tunes

Music is one of the most fun and natural ways to bond a parent and child! Songs, poems, games and playing of basic percussion instruments are all a part of this 35-minute class. Activities will increase your child's curiosity about music, develop listening skills and sense of beat and establish a foundation for singing and musical thought. Bouncing songs, rocking songs, wiggle and peek-a-boo games are featured. Class is designed for child and adult to participate in together.

101058 - Lyrical/Modern Dance

Lyrical dance uses modern ballet and jazz techniques together to create a very unique performance, often narrative in nature. Modern dance is a form of contemporary theatrical, employing a special technique for developing the use of the entire body in movements expressive of abstract ideas. Participants must have 2 years of ballet and 1 year of jazz expereince to register. Proper dance attire: Girls/Boys - (choice of color) leotard, tights, fitted top, fitted pants, biker shorts, unitard, black jazz shoes. No loose or baggy clothing or street shoes. Classes not held due to holiday, etc. will be made up.

102004 - KF Tennis Fundamentals

102005 - KF Cheerleading

Experienced coaches will focus on this sport by teaching skills that are fun, safe and fundamental. Program will include drills to enhance technique, body balance, timing, rhythm, pom pon, dance, jumps, stunts, cheers and sportsmanship. Last day of class will feature a cheer challenge contest.

102006 - KF Track & Field

Coaches will focus on teaching sprints, hurdles, jumps, distance running and throws in a safe and fundamental way. Program consists of body balance techniques including speed, quickness & agility drills which will help produce a quicker, safer and more powerful performance. A wide variety of timed events will take place each day, with an event championship series on the final day.

102007 - KF Baseball

This program will prepare and challenge all players with fun competitive drills to help develop skills and maximize player potential. Proven fundamental baseball techniques will be used in batting, fielding, pitching, base running and throwing.

102009 - KF Basketball

This program offers your player techniques on shooting, ddribbling, passing, speed & quickness, body balance, floor spacing, safety awareness and sportsmanship through skill contests and game play. Players will learn new basketball skills and safety from fundamental coaching techniques that will make them game ready.

102010 - KF Flag Football

Program focus will be on safety and skill preparation for the first two weeks and prior to games. Players will learn football through fundamentals and experience individual and team competitive drills to develop skills. Beginning Week 3, 55 minute football games will be played. Coaches will prepare football plays in huddles and participants will gain confidence in making plays safely and skillfully.

102011 - T-Ball/Soccer Combo

A perfect class for preschoolers who are full of energy and parents who are looking to introduce their child to soccer and t-ball. Socialization, teamwork, following directions, key motor skills and having fun will be the focus in this non-competitive environment. First two weeks will concentrate on t-ball, second two weeks on soccer. Game play will take place at the end of each class. Parent participation is welcomed and encouraged.

102012 - Nerf Football

Tackle the fun with this instructional, non-contact program. Using mini-sized footballs along with the introduction of flags, players will learn skills to get them started in football. Fundamental core skills like passing and catching will be taught, as well as rules, positions of the field and strategies for offense and defense. Game play will take place at the end of each class.

102013 - Flag Football

Enjoy the sport of football in a non-contact environment, using junior size footballs and flags, to help develop an understanding of teamwork and individual skill. Participants will be introduced to the rules of the game, and will practice passing, catching, kicking and build strategies for offense and defense. Game play will take place at the end of each class.