Des Plaines School of Dance
OUR MISSION
School of Dance Locations
Administrative and Leisure Center (ALC),
2222 Birch Street • Studio 102 and
Studio 113
Prairie Lakes Community Center (PLCC),
515 E Thacker Street • Aerobics/Dance
Studio and Racquetball Court
Dance Studio 102 at the ALC is equipped
with a spring suspension sub-floor and
top of the line vinyl (Marley) flooring,
suitable for all dance genre. It is also
equipped with state of the art audio and
visual equipment to enhance the dancers’
experience.
Studio 113 at ALC and the Aerobics/
Dance Studio at PLCC have raised wood
sprung floors and are equipped with a
state of the art sound system.
Newly added dance space, Racquetball
Court at PLCC is equipped with a spring
suspension sub-floor.
Note: The safety of our dancers is our
priority. The wood sprung dance floors
relieve stress on ankles, knees, and the
spine and our “raised” professional dance
floors reduce fatigue and prevent injury.
To provide our students with the finest
dance instruction through inspiration,
artistry, technique and performance.
Welcome to the Des Plaines Park District
School of Dance. For more than 45 years
we have offered studio-quality instruction
taught by professionally trained, working
dancers and choreographers. Our
personable, energetic staff of instructors is
committed to the growth and development,
personally and artistically, of every student.
While we focus on technique, our dancers
learn discipline, proper posture, inner
strength, self-confidence, teamwork,
self-respect, and respect for others. Our
teachers inspire their students to achieve
their personal dance goals and empower
them with the skills necessary to overcome
challenges and persevere in the studio and
in their lives. All of our dancer instructors
are sensitive to the individual needs of each
of their student’s ability to learn. They use
positive reinforcement, personal attention,
and on-the-floor demonstration to insure
everyone reaches their full potential. Come
see the smiling faces in our studios and see
why The Des Plaines School of Dance is the
place to dance in Des Plaines.
The Des Plaines School of Dance consists
of 3 different areas:
• Performance (9-month program,
culminating in our June dance recital)
• Tots in Motion (pre-dance classes, with
minimal commitment)
• Recreational (Non-Recital, Adult Dance,
Specialty Classes)
To learn more about the three areas of the
School of Dance please visit DPParks.org.
The Des Plaines School of Dance is also
home to the award winning Artistry in
Motion Dance Company. This in-house
dance company is a year-round
commitment.
Artistry produces two shows a year,
Winter Spectacular and Spring Showcase.
Dancers also have an opportunity to
perform at local venues and attend
regional dance competitions.
Each program is specifically designed
to accommodate every individual’s desire
to dance. We strive to offer the ultimate
dance experience!
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For more information about the
School of Dance, please call
847-391-6924 or email us at
[email protected].
Des Plaines School of Dance
Open House
Saturday, September 6
9:45a–3:30p
ALC, Studio 102
Come enjoy a day of FREE Dance Classes
and discover what makes the Des Plaines
School of Dance the place to dance! A
variety of dance classes for all ages and
abilities are taught by members of our
professional School of Dance Staff. These
classes include instruction in ballet, jazz,
modern, and hip-hop. Don’t miss this great
opportunity to experience the joy of dance.
Attendees receive a $5 coupon good
towards any 2014/2015 School of Dance
class.
Adults
9:45–10:45a
Ages 3–5
11:00–11:45a
Ages 6–8
12:00–1:00p
Ages 9–12
1:15–2:15p
Ages 12+
2:30–3:30p
Parents are encouraged to stay and observe
the class to see what the Des Plaines
School of Dance has to offer. Parents and
students have an opportunity