Arts

Arts Schedules - click to right "Schedules" for branch schedules.

Exposure to the arts provides benefits to children and youth.  These programs fosters self-expression, help develop imagination, critical thinking, comprehension, perception, and communication and social skills.  Our programs are designed to teach basic skills and allows your child to advance at their own level while having fun!  

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The Bradenton Branch Y 2011 Christmas Recital will be held Sat., Dec. 10th. Look for more information coming in the Fall.

Arts Programs Include:

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Creative Movement

Children will use props, music and dance activities to encourage creativity. Basic dance skills are introduced as we develop physical coordination and a love for music and movement.

Mommy and Me

This class is a wonderful way for young children to experience dance. Having mom or dad in the class give children confidence, social skills and a feeling of safety while they learn to dance.

Ballet

Students will learn Ballet etiquette and basics such as classical ballet terminology, positions, and movements. These are all introduced in a structured yet fun environment. Ballet will teach grace, poise, correct body alignment and technique.

Intermediate/Advanced Pre-Ballet

Students will learn ballet etiquette and basics such as classical ballet terminology, positions, and movements. This is a structured yet fun environment. Ballet will teach grace, poise, correct body alignment and technique.

Ballet and Tap Combo

Students will learn fundamentals of ballet terminology, positions and steps to classical music. In the second half of class they will learn basic tap steps, combinations and rhythms to their favorite songs.

Hip Hop

Kids will love this class! Current hip-hop dance choreographed to a variety of hip-hop and pop music! Come join the fun!

Advanced Dance Program

This class is designed for the more advanced dancer. Emphasis is primarily on jazz, but we will explore different styles as well from lyrical to hip-hop with a strong focus on performance skills.

Dance Fusion

Come learn a variety of different dance genres from ballet to jazz to hip-hop and broadway. This is the perfect class for and student that wants to learn many styles of dance.