Dance

Meet Our Dance Instructor!

Shellie Kernzer

Shellie has been dancing since 5 years old, and trained at various studios in Northwest Indiana. She moved to Chicago in 2007, and attended Northeastern Illinois University where she ultimately decided to major in dance. She successfully graduated Magna Cum Laude in 2011 with a BA in Dance Performance and Teaching. Since graduation, she has danced with Reveries in Motion Dance Company, taught dance technique to an array of ages, and has had the pleasure of learning as a work/study at Hubbard Street Dance Chicago's Youth Program.

Dance Classes at Howard Leisure Center

CLASS CODE AGE DAY DATE TIME FEE

Fairy Tale Ballet & Tap 320401-01 3-4 yrs Tues 06/11-08/13 3:15-4:00 pm Res $70
NR $85

Ballet & Tap 320401-02 3-4 yrs Tues 06/11-08/13 4:00-4:45 pm Res $70
NR $85

Ballet & Tap 320401-03 5-6 yrs Tues 06/11-08/13 4:45-5:30 pm Res $70
NR $85

Ballet/Tap/Hip Hop 320401-04 7-9 yrs Tues 06/11-08/13 5:30-6:30 pm Res $80
NR $95

Class Descriptions:

Fairy Tale Ballet & Tap (Ages 3-4)

Princesses and characters from our favorite fairy tales play role in this dance class.

Children learn basic ballet and tap technique to famous stories. Attire: leotard, tights, pink ballet shoes, black tap shoes, optional skirt or tutu.

Ballet/Tap (Ages 3-4)

Combination class introducing ballet and tap. This class will focus on correct technique and terminology, address grace and poise, and review rhythm and style. Attire: leotard, tights, black tap shoes, pink ballet shoes, optional skirt or tutu.

Ballet/Tap (Ages 5-6)

Combination class progressing with ballet and tap. This class will teach more solid ballet technique, improve upon quicker tap steps, and introduce more complex choreography. Attire: leotard, tights, black tap shoes, pink ballet shoes, optional skirt or tutu.

Ballet/Tap/Hip Hop (Ages 7-9)

An upbeat class for newer dancers! Even if you've never danced before, you can experience all the fun, technique and style that this combination class has to offer. Learn intricate and appropriately challenging choreography as a class while working on individual goals. Attire: leotard, tights, dance pants (capri length) or dance shorts, black tap shoes, tan jazz shoes.