Youth Classes

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Youth are more receptive to new information so we offer classes that are specific for them combining ballroom, rhythm, swing, salsa and more!  Our experienced teachers will create the perfect learning environment for kids ages 4 to 16 while having fun and creating memories for a lifetime.
At the end the second semester we organize a recital where kids can perform their new skills.

First semester:  September 10th through December 16th 2008
  **Fall Registration is NOW OPEN.  Tinley Park Studio
     Limited spaces still available.
Second semester:  January through May 2009.
Drop-in attendance is only allowed if class is not full.

 Schedule and Pricing

Wednesdays	4:30 - 5:15 p.m. 5:15 - 6:00 p.m.	ages 4 to 9 ages 10 to 16	Beginner Ballroom/Latin Beginner Ballroom/Latin
Saturdays	2:00 - 2:45 p.m. 2:45 - 3:30 p.m.	ages 4 to 16 ages 4 to 16	Beginner Ballroom/Latin Free practice session

Two classes a week:
$ 90/month - including free practice session

One class a week:
$ 53/month - including free practice session

Registration Fee: $25

Drop in fee - ONLY if there is room: $15/class (does not include free practice session)

 Payment Options

Monthly auto-payments using post-dated checks or a current credit card.

Private Lessons

Private lessons are available with for any youth.  In a private, an instructor works with between 1-2 children, allowing for ultimate custimization of lessons and focused attention.  This approach produces quicker results than doing classes and/or workshops alone.

Privates are 25 minutes or 50 minutes in length and should be scheduled at the front desk.  We recommend 25 minute lessons for children under 12 years of age.  

Youth who miss more than 2 classes in a month should schedule a private lesson (fees apply) to catch up.

Important Information

Attendance is essential. If a student misses a class, attending the Saturday free practice session may help to catch up. If a student misses more than 2 classes in a month we recommend scheduling a private lesson to catch up. (Fees apply.) Please encourage your child to attend each class. Students who are ill should stay home and rest. In case of long-term injury or illness, please discuss it with the teacher or the owner of the studio.

Please make sure your child is on time for class, wears appropriate clothing and brings his/her dance shoes and a bottle of water.   No gums, toys, and jewelry at the studio.

Clothing:  Comfortable clothing that is age appropriate and considered 'casual dressy'.  Pants and shirt for boys, dress, pants/skirt and shirt for girls.  Please no jeans or sweats.

Shoes: The most important tool a dancer has is his/her shoe.  We are in the process of becoming a distributor for good quality shoes and will send information as it becomes available.  This is not an arbitrary aesthetic or fashion consideration. To dance, you need the "right tool for the job." Proper dance shoes are literally the foundation for good dancing!

Parents, visitors, and young siblings of dancers are requested to maintain a quiet and controlled demeanor while at the Heart & Sole Dance Studio. Classes must not be disturbed by loud voices, running, noise, etc.  If guests become a distraction to the dancers, they will be asked to leave.

No food or drinks other than bottled water are allowed at the studio.

Children under 12 must be taken to and picked up from class by a parent, guardian or older sibling. Student drop-off and pick-up must be approached with safety taking priority over convenience. Older dancers are reminded to use the utmost safety when entering and exiting the building.

Classes get canceled from time to time (teacher illness, bad weather. etc.)  We will promptly advise parents using the contact information you provide.  We will make every effort to schedule a make-up class if it is necessary.

We will have a recital at the end of the season. Date will be announced later. Drop in students may participate at the discretion of the teacher.  Private lesson students are included in the recital. Fees apply which will include drinks and food. Price will be announced as soon as we work out the details.