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.

201002 - Summer Shakers

Dance and sing to your favorite tunes! Play imagination games, dance to music with props like scarves, hula hoops, shakers and more. Participants will also work on classroom skills such as following directions, listenin and working together.

201003 - It's an Artsy World

This is a perfect introduction to art. We will do free art with a variety of supplies including glue, pipe cleaners, glitter, paints and more! We will also include group crafts throughout the summer. All art work will go home with participant.

201004 - Nature in My Neighborhood

Did you know there is amazing nature all around you? Learn how to find fascinating wildlife and plants in your neighborhood from a Cook County Master Naturalist. This indoor and outdoor program teaches kids identification skills while nurturing their instinct to connect with the nature around them!

201006 - 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 leotards, light pink tights, pink
leather ballet slippers. BOYS: white t-shirts, black sweatpants, black or white leather ballet slippers. Please no canvas ballet shoes. Classes not held due to holiday, etc. will be made up.
PLEASE NOTE: Online registration is not available for dance programs. Payments are made directly to the instructor. Payments can be made with check or cash. Payment plans can only be arranged through insructor.

201007 - 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 leather split sole ballet slippers. Please no canvas material shoes. Classes not held due to holidays, etc. will be made up.
PLEASE NOTE: Online registration is not available for dance programs. Payments are made directly to the instructor. Payments can be made with cash or checks. Payment plans can only be arranged through the instuctor.

201008 - Ballet/Tap Combo Jr III

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 dance terminology and proper dance etiquette will be taught. GIRLS ATTIRE: lilac leotards, light pink tights, pink leather split sole ballet slippers and tan tap shoes. BOYS ATTIRE: white t-shirt, black sweatpants, black or white leather split sole ballet slippers and black tap shoes. Please no canvas material ballet shoes. Classes not held due to holidays, etc. will be made up. PLEASE NOTE: Online registration is not available for dance programs. Payments are made directly to the instructor. Payments can be made with cash or check. Payment plans can only be arranged through the instuctor.

201009 - Ballet/Tap Elementary

This program introduces your young dancer to the foundation of ballet and tap steps. Barre work, progress to center steps and across the floor movements, ending with the development of steps into a short dance. Tap focus will be on basic steps and rhythm sounds. French terminology and proper dance etiquette will be taught. GIRLS ATTIRE: light pink leotards, light pink tights, pink leather ballet slippers and tan tap shoes. BOYS ATTIRE: white t-shirt, black sweatpants, black or white leather ballet slipppers and black tap shoes. Please no canvas material ballet shoes. Classes not held due to holidays, etc. will be made up.
PLEASE NOTE: Online registration is not available for dance programs. Payments are made directly to the instructor. Payments can be made with cash or check. Payment plans can only be arranged with the instructor.

201010 - Ballet Elm iI-II/Crt 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 movements. French dance terminology and proper dance etiquette will be taught. GIRLS ATTIRE: light pink leotard, light pink tights, pink leather ballet slippers. BOYS ATTIRE: white t-shirt, black sweatpants, black or white leather ballet slippers. Please no canvas material ballet shoes. Classes not held due to holidays, etc will be made up.
PLEASE NOTE: Online registration is not available for dance programs. Payments are made directly to the instructor. Payments can be made with cash or check, made payable to Ann Lenartson. Payment plans can only be made through the instructor.

201011 - Ballet Class 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 teachings of the Russian Vaganova School of Dance. Barre, center, across the floor teachings, steps and sylllabus, this class prepares you for pointe class. PROPER ATTIRE: black leotard, light pink tights, pink leather split sole ballet slippers. Please no canvas material ballet shoes. Classes not held due to holidays, etc. will be made up.
PLEASE NOTE: Online registration is not available for dance programs. Payments are made directly to the instructor. Payments can be made with cash or check, payable to Ann Lenartson. Payment plans can only be arranged through the insructor.

201012 - Pointe

For dancers with ballet experience. Participants must also be enrolled in the Thursday, 5:30pm Ballet II. Class is for beginning to intermediate pointe dancers. PROPER ATTIRE: black leotard, light pink tights, pointe shoes. Classes not held due to holidays, etc. will be made up.
PLEASE NOTE: Online registrtaion is not available for dance programs. Payments are made directly to the instructor. Payments can be made with cash or check, made payable to Ann Lenartson. Payment plans can only be arranged through the instructor.

201013 - Jazz/Hip Hop

Mix of jazz and hip-hop and their difference styles. Proper stretch, across the floor and center movements will develop into short dances. PROPER DANCE ATTIRE: Girls/Boys: (choice of color) leotards, tights, fitted top, fitted pants, biker shorts, unitard, black leather jazz shoes and soft black knee pads (Company: DanzNMotion by Danshuz, Style #684). No loose or baggy clothes allowed. No street shoes. Classes not held due to holiday, etc. will me made up.
PLEASE NOTE: Online registration is not available for dance programs. Payments are made directly to the instructor. Payments can be made with cash or check, payable to Ann Lenartson. Payment plans can only be arranged through the instructor.