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2012-2013 Business Resource Guide

Recreation & Parks Department

DANCE CLASSES

PARK FOREST RECREATION & PARKS DANCE CLASSES

Registration is available in-person at the Recreation & Parks Department (Village Hall), 350 Victory Drive, Park Forest, IL or over the phone with a major credit card at (708)748-2005. 

Carol Hutchinson, started her teaching career at the Gladys Hights School
of Ballet. Miss Carol taught at the Park Forest Conservatory
for 20 years and has been with the Recreation Department over a decade.

Required Dress for Miss Carol's Dance Classes Girls--pink
ballet shoes, any color leotard, a short chiffon skirt and
light pink tights. Boys--white or black T-shirt, black tights
and ballet shoes.Talk to our dance teacher,  Miss Carol,
at the first class if you need suggestions on where to
purchase the required dress.

All classes are continuing. Miss Carol will advance students
to the next level when they are ready.


REQUIRED DRESS FOR PRE-BALLET AND BALLET (Miss Carol's Programs)
Girls--pink ballet shoes, any color leotard, a short chiffon skirt and light pink tights.
Boys--white or black T-shirt, black tights and ballet shoes.

Items can be purchased at the following stores:

Dancin I
1314 N. Cedar Rd
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815)485-9486 

Dance Stuf Inc.
3618 W. 80th Ln.
Merrillville, IN 46410
(877)326-7883

Dress to Groove
3729 Chicago Rd
Steger, IL 60475
708-277-6777
dressedtogroove.com

 

Star Dancewear
9021 W 151st St
Orland Park, IL 60462
(708)873-0220
Payless, Target and Walmart
(Please don’t purchase pink soft slippers.
They are not ballet shoes).
WINTER/SPRING 2013 BROCHURE

Students that want to dance in Miss Carol's June 15, 2013 recital must take classes all year.
New students will not be accepted after the January session.

New Students can enroll in the Summer 2013 programs beginning in late June.

MUSIC, MOVEMENT & ME
This program is an introduction to music and dance for the very young child with parent participation. Enjoy fun with songs while your child develops coordination and creativity. No class March 9.
Ages 18 months-3 years   $36   7 weeks
Village Hall, Lower Level - Room 1
110020-3 Sa 10-10:35 am Apr 27-June 8

PRE-BALLET
This program is an introduction to dance including rhythm and movements to improve coordination and balance. No class March 9.
Age 4-5  $56     7 weeks__________
Village Hall, Lower Level - Room 1
115010-3 Sa 12-1 pm Apr 27-June 8

BALLET I - Returning Students only
This class emphasizes dance fundamentals, musicality and creativity. In addition to promoting balance,
coordination and rhythm, ballet develops grace and poise. No class March 6, 9 & 13.
Ages 6-10  $56    7 weeks________
Village Hall, Lower Level - Room 1
115020-6 Sa 9-10 am Apr 27-June 8

BALLET I - (Revised to Adults Only)
Ages 18+  $56    7 weeks_________
Village Hall, Lower Level - Room 1
115020-9 W 6-7 pm May 1-June 12

BALLET III
Continue training in classical ballet. No class March 9.
Ages 9-14     $70    7 weeks
Village Hall, Lower Level - Room 1
115090-3 Sa 10:40-11:55 am Apr 27-June 8

INTERMEDIATE BALLET
Students should have at least 3 or more years of dance training. No class March 12.
Ages 12-16    $84    7 weeks
Village Hall, Lower Level - Room 1
115060-3 Tu 5:30-7 pm Apr 23-June 4

ADULT INTERMEDIATE BALLET
Continue training in classical ballet technique, barre and center work. No class March 6, 7, 13 & 14.
16 & up  $84 7 weeks
Village Hall, Lower Level - Room 1
116130-6 Th 12-1:30 pm May 2-June 13

STEPPING WITH STYLE
Learn the latest dance craze,
Chi-Style Stepping, “the 8 steps”. This is an excellent opportunity to socialize, learn how to dance with
a partner and enjoy the music.

Come to a free introductory class on  Friday, Jan. 11, 7-8:30 pm at Village Hall. Call (708)748-2005 to reserve a spot.

Adults         $65 per person    5 weeks
Village Hall, Lower Level - Room 2
116060-4 F   7-8:30 pm May 3-May 31

LINE DANCING
Line dance and get fit the fun way. Learn steps to rock, soul, country and  blues. No partner or
experience necessary. Flora Haynes instructs the class.
Adults $3 drop-in fee per class         21 Weeks
Village Hall, Lower Level - Rooms 1 & 2
Th 6-7:30 pm  Jan 10-May 30 *Continues thru August 29 - See summer listing below. 

INSPIRE DANCE (MODERN, JAZZ, LYRICAL)
The Inspired dance (InspireDANCE) program will fulfill the needs and desires of adult students
with the passion and gift to dance but the limited ability in technical training. This dance program
will provide a positive outlet for you to express yourself through movement and creative story-telling.
If you love liturgical dancing then this is the class for you.
Ages 7 & Older $55 8 weeks
Village Hall, Lower Level - Room 2
116140-2 Sa 11 am-12 pm Changed to May 4-June 22

HIP HOP DANCE
Hip Hop Dance maximizes the creative talent within an individual that will help them express their inner creativity outwardly. This dance program will help students understand the movements behind the dance. Dancing is therapeutic not only for the body, but also for the mind, soul and spirit. Hip Hop is a creative expression of storytelling with the body.
Ages 7-14  $45 8 weeks
Village Hall, Lower Level - Room 2
115100-2 Sa 9-10 am              Changed to May 4-June 22

 

 



SUMMER 2013 BROCHURE

MUSIC, MOVEMENT & ME
This program is an introduction to music and dance for the very young child
with parent participation. Enjoy fun with songs while your child develops coordination
and creativity. Carol Hutchinson instructs the class.
Ages 18 months-3 years   $40  8 weeks
Village Hall, Lower Level - Room 1
210020-1 Sa 10-10:35 am     June 29-Aug 17

PRE-BALLET
This program is an introduction to dance including rhythm and movements to improve
coordination and balance. Carol Hutchinson instructs the class.
Age 4-5  $64 8 weeks   
Village Hall, Lower Level - Room 1
215010-1 Sa  12-1 pm  June 29-Aug 17

BALLET I
This class  emphasizes dance fundamentals, musicality and creativity. In addition
to promoting balance, coordination and rhythm, ballet develops grace and poise.
Ages 6-10  $64 8 weeks
Village Hall, Lower Level - Room 1
215020-1 W 5-6 pm              June 26-Aug 14
215020-2 Sa 9-10 am            June 29-Aug 17

BALLET III
Continue training in classical ballet.
Ages 9-15  $80 8 weeks
Village Hall, Lower Level - Room 1
215090-1   Th    10:45 am-12 pm    June 27-Aug 15
215090-2   Sa    10:40-11:55 am     June 29-Aug 17

ADULT BALLET I & II
Enjoy learning ballet and the joy of dance.
Ages 15 & Older $64 8 weeks
Village Hall, Lower Level - Room 1
216160-1  W     6-7 pm      June 26-Aug 14

ADULT INTERMEDIATE BALLET
Continue training in classical ballet technique, barre and center work.
Ages 15 &Older $96 8 weeks
Village Hall, Lower Level - Room 1
216130-1 Th   12-1:30 pm         June 27-Aug 15

INSPIRE DANCE
(Modern, Jazz, Lyrical)
The Inspired dance (InspireDANCE) program will fulfill the needs and desires of adult students
with the passion and gift to dance but the limited ability in technical training. This dance program
will provide a positive outlet for you to express yourself through movement and creative story-telling.
If you love liturgical dancing then this is the class for you.
Ages 7 & Older $55 8 weeks
Village Hall, Lower Level - Room 2
116140-2 Sa 11 am-12 pm    May 4-June 22
216140-1 Sa 11 am-12 pm    June 29-Aug 17

HIP HOP DANCE
Hip Hop Dance maximizes the creative talent within an individual that will help them express their
inner creativity outwardly and understand the movements behind the dance. Dancing is therapeutic
not only for the body, but also for the mind, soul and spirit. Hip Hop is a creative expression of
storytelling with the body.
Ages 7-14                           $45         8 weeks
Village Hall, Lower Level - Room 2
115100-2 Sa           9-10 am       May 4-June 22     
215100-1 Sa           9-10 am       June 29-Aug 17

LINE DANCING
Line dance and get fit the fun way. Learn steps to rock, soul, country and  blues. No partner or
experience necessary. Flora Haynes instructs the class.
Adults $3 drop-in fee per class         21 Weeks
Village Hall, Lower Level - Rooms 1 & 2
Th 6-7:30 pm  Jan 10-Aug 29


INTRODUCTORY STEPPING WITH STYLE WORKSHOP
Interested in learning Stepping? Register for the Introductory Stepping with Style Workshop.
Adults     $5       1 Session                  
Village Hall, Lower Level - Room 2
216150-1      F      7-8:45 pm    May 31

STEPPING WITH STYLE
Learn the latest forms of stepping through eight easy steps. This is an excellent opportunity
to socialize, learn how to dance with a partner with various dance turns and enjoy different melodies.

Adults     $45     5 Weeks                    
Village Hall, Lower Level - Room 2
216060-1     F    7-9 pm          June 7-July 5
216060-2     F    7-9 pm          July 12-Aug 9




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