PRE-SCHOOL CLASSES

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Ages 3-6 Introduction to Art
Ages 3-5 Pre-Ballet
Ages 2-4, Yoga and Dance w/ Mom
Ages 4-6, w/ Parent Happy Halloween
Ages 3-5,w/ Parent Tumbleweeds
Ages 4-6, w/ Parent Santa is Coming to Town

Ages 3-6, Introduction to Art
Friday, September 11-25 (3 weeks)
10:00-11:15 a.m., $29.00
Instructor: Elise Murphy
Preschoolers will experiment with a variety of different art techniques during this three-day session. Our goal is to inspire the artist from within. Activities include painting, sculpture, and drawing. Elise will discuss primary colors and allow the students to make their own color wheel. Students will also learn basic drawing terms and experiment with shading and scale. Brown speckled clay will be used to create pinch pots with the student’s original designs.

Ages 3 1/2 -6, Pre-Ballet Two consecutive sessions
Tuesday, August 25 - October 27 (10 weeks) $87.00 and
Tuesday, November 3 - December 15 (7 weeks) $61.00
4:30-5:15 p.m.
Instructor: Sandy Larson

This nine-week class is designed to instill in preschoolers the joy of dance as an art form. Students will learn proper technique, dance terms, and enhance movement as well as develop rhythm, motor skills, attention development and coordination. Our pre-ballet classes are theme based with each class centered around popular ballets and children’s favorites. All students should wear leotards and tights, long hair should be pulled back.

Ages 2-4, Yoga and Dance w/ Mom
Wednesday, August 19– September 23 &
Wednesday, September 30-November 4
9:15-9:45 a.m., $60.00
Instructor: Sandy Larson

This six-week class is designed for moms and little ones to experience fitness, fun, and dance together. This unique fitness class is a perfect way to start your morning on a positive note. Yoga mats are provided. Wear comfortable clothing, bring a happy heart, and explore the world of dance and motion with your child.

Ages 4-6, w/ Parent Happy Halloween
Saturday, October 3
10:00-11:15 a.m., $12.00
Instructor: Elise Murphy

Get ready for a grueling good time in this Halloween workshop. During this class students will prepare for their big night out trick-or-treating. First, they will design a sturdy canvas bag with fun pumpkins and bat shapes, perfect for holding your candy. Next, they will make some scary spiders to decorate around their front door to greet visitors. This is a class you won’t want to miss.

Ages 3-5,w/ Parent Tumbleweeds (3 sessions)
Thurs., Sept. 3, 10 & 17 or
Thurs., Oct. 1, 8 & 15 or
Thurs., Nov. 5, 12 & 19 10:00-10:45 a.m., $25.00
Instructor: Mike Bensey

Preschoolers will hop, leap, jump and dance to the sound of playful music. They will mimic the movements of creepy creatures. Learning patterns, stretching and identifying colors will all be combined during this creative movement class. Bring your preschoolers and let their imaginations soar as they dance to the commands given by dance specialist and experienced ballet enthusiast, Mike Bensey. Mike has danced with The Appalachian Ballet Company and taught children for more than 20 years.

Ages 4-6, w/ Parent Santa is Coming to Town
Friday, December 4
10:00-11:15 a.m., $12.00
Instructor: Cathy Maples

It’s that magical time of year again when we celebrate the season with loved ones. Join us at the craft center and design a beautiful set of matching ornaments to decorate your Christmas tree. Parent and child will also work together to make an adorable angel decoration to display in your home.