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At Hershey School of Dance and Arts we put creating an environment for optimal learning and growth at the forefront of our approach to dance education. Because of this, we hand-place each student in classes to create our fall schedule! We know it takes longer but we 100% believe it is worth it to ensure each dancer has the best learning experience and we set them up for a fun and rewarding year!

Benefits of curating the schedule each year:

1. Optimal class sizes for personalized instruction.

2. Tailored levels based on ages, ability, and growth opportunity.

3. Classes and schedule that work for our students' unique wants and needs.

4. Fewer wait lists.

5. Flexibility with your schedule/conflicts.

6. Choice of performing or non-performing classes.

7. Classes for dancers of all ages 3-93!

P E R F O R M I N G YEARLONG C L A S S E S

Classes run September to May, with an annual recital performance in May.

S T Y L E S

BALLET

Ages 4+

Focusing on traditional technique, ballet classes instill self-awareness at the barre, center, across the floor, and performance. Classes begin at the barre, with focus on body placement and technique. Those skills are incorporated in center work and across the floor movement. Ballet's focus on traditional technique helps build a foundation for all styles of dance.

REQUIREMENTS: Placement in Ballet 7 and Ballet 8 has a requisite of 2 classes per week.

TAP

Ages 4+

Tap dance is a rhythmic style in which dancers are as much a part of the movement as they are a part of the music. Dancers will be exposed to many varied styles of tap dance, and their techniques and terminology. Throughout instruction, there is a strong focus on building articulation and rhythmic awareness, which are the foundation of all styles of tap, as well as the joy and expression of being a part of the music.

HIP HOP

Offered to students entering Grade 1+

Hip Hop is more than music. It is a state of mind. It is a fun and high energy class influenced by a variety of other dance styles such as jazz, ballet and tap to name a few. It has deep historical and social roots in African American culture that include popping, locking and break dancing. Our classes focus on bringing out your individuality and unique personality through freestyle and movement while dancing to the music that you love and listen to every day.

JAZZ

Offered to students entering Grade 4+

Jazz dance combines techniques of ballet, modern, and contemporary dance, and has its own movement vocabulary. Jazz dance can take on many different characteristics and styles, and classes can be patterned in any of these styles or a combination of them. Emphasis is on the importance of energy, musicality, body placement and style.

THEATRE DANCE

Offered to students enrolled in Jazz 2+
In this class students explore various aspects of performance. Emphasis is placed on acting exercises, theatre games, improvisation, self-exploration, and team and community building. There is also a focus on jazz technique and introduction to various Broadway shows and styles.

REQUIREMENTS: Must be enrolled in Jazz 2+.

CONTEMPORARY/LYRICAL FUSION

Offered to students entering Grade 4+

Blending the traditions of ballet and jazz with emotional performance, Contemporary/Lyrical Fusion ultimately connects expressive movement to music. Contemporary/Lyrical Fusion classes will explore the various movement and expressive elements of each style, while placing focus on proper technique, body placement, alignment and control.

REQUIREMENTS: It is required that students enroll in at least one technique* class to support their study of Contemporary/Lyrical Fusion. Technique class options: ballet, jazz, technique enhancement, leaps and turns.

*Contemporary/Lyrical relies on the foundational technique of both ballet and jazz.

STREET JAZZ

Offered to students ages 13+ who are enrolled in both Hip Hop and Jazz; must be enrolled in Level 6+ Hip Hop or Level 5+ Jazz.

Street Jazz combines elements of hip hop and commercial jazz into a dynamic style that emphasizes choreography, improvisation, and performance to create a powerful and confident dancer. Dancers will unleash their creativity through improvisation, and learn to quickly pick up choreography in various combinations throughout the year. Students will gain stage presence and boost their confidence through in-class performances while being uplifted by their peers. They will explore movement dynamics, understand musicality, and embrace their unique aesthetic as a dancer.

REQUIREMENTS: Students ages 13+ must be enrolled in both Hip Hop and Jazz; must be enrolled in Level 6+ Hip Hop or Level 5+ Jazz.

POINTE

Invitation only; assessment by ballet instructors.

N O N - P E R F O R M I N G YEARLONG C L A S S E S

Technique Classes run September to May.

LEAPS & TURNS

Offered to students entering Grade 4+

This year-round, weekly technique class is designed to improve the overall ability of the student in all forms of dance. Students will work on increasing extension, flexibility, turns, precision and various leaps and technical elements. The class will be structured with a broad range of dance conditioning and will utilize centre and across the floor combinations to increase spatial awareness. This class allows the developing dancer to focus on technical development outside of their regular weekly classes. Be ready to challenge yourself with fun, new ways to expand your dancing skills.

TECHNIQUE ENHANCEMENT

Offered to students entering Grade 4+

This year-round, weekly class is for students dedicated to strengthening technique in all dance forms by training muscle memory. This class focuses on core stability, weight placement, and alignment to enhance technique in other classes. Stability balls of various sizes will be used in class.

N O N - P E R F O R M I N G WORKSHOP C L A S S E S

Workshop style classes that run for a set session, non-performing. Registration opens August 1, these classes fill up quick, save the date!

PRESCHOOL WORKSHOPS

Introduce the joy of dance to your little one!

MOVEMENT MAGIC

Ages 3-4 | Tuesday 10am, Wednesday 10am, Saturday 9am

12-week workshop, 45 minute weekly, daytime class.

Creative movement class designed for our youngest movers and shakers.

Students use props, music, and imaginative play to help build rhythm, balance, body awareness, and coordination. Class options: Tuesday 10am, Wednesday 10am, Saturday 9am. $160 per session.

DISCOVER DANCE WORKSHOPS

These workshops are designed to give students a fun introduction to dance in various styles.

DISCOVER TAP & BALLET

Ages 4-5 | Saturday 12pm

12-week workshop. This class will start with 6 weeks of tap followed by 6 weeks of ballet. Students will be introduced to the basics of each style in a fun atmosphere.

Saturday 12-1pm. $180 per session.

DISCOVER TAP & BALLET

Ages 6-8 | Saturday 12pm

12-week workshop. This class will start with 6 weeks of tap followed by 6 weeks of ballet. Students will be introduced to the basics of each style in a fun atmosphere.

Saturday 12-1pm. $180 per session.

DISCOVER HIP HOP

Ages 6-8 | Friday 4:30pm

12-week workshop. This is a fun, high-energy introduction to Hip Hop.

Friday 4:30pm. $180 per session.

Shoes in a variety of sizes are available at no cost in our Shoe Swap.

NEW! HOMESCHOOL BALLET WORKSHOPS

BALLET
Ages 6-11 | Thursday 1:30pm

New at HSDA: homeschool ballet! This daytime class is a unique opportunity for homeschoolers to dance outside of typical dance studio hours. Enrich your schedule with instruction tailored to you, and develop your technique, artistry, and athleticism.

BALLET
Ages 12-17| Thursday 2:30pm

ADULT WORKSHOPS

PILATES

Ages 18+ | Tuesday 2:30pm

18+: Join Miss Faith in activating your muscles, improving your posture, connecting with your breath, and increasing your mobility in a joint-friendly format. Pilates focuses on precise, controlled movements that create a more balanced body — improving core strength, balance, coordination, and muscle awareness. Come do something your body will thank you for! Tuesdays. More info coming soon, stay tuned!!

YOGA

Ages 18+ | Wednesday 10am

HSDA welcomes Marty Malina to our staff! Daytime yoga class, coming soon!

ADULT HIP HOP WORKSHOP

Ages 18+ | Tuesday 6:30pm

This 12-week non-performing workshop is designed for adults. Let's meet on the dance floor for a fun inclusive class. Tuesdays at 6:30pm. $180/12-week session OR as part of your monthly tuition schedule. Drop In available, get on the list! Email for details.

ADULT JAZZ CLASS

Ages 18+ | Saturday 9am

Offering a variety of diﬀerent jazz styles in this non-performing class. We will build our jazz technique and incorporate them into different combinations. Saturdays. $180 per 12-week session OR as part of your monthly tuition schedule. Drop-in rate or punch cards available too. Be sure to email for details and to get on the list!

ADULT BALLET BARRE & STRETCH WORKSHOP

Ages 18+ | Tuesday 10am, Thursday 10am

Let’s meet at the BARRE! And we will meet you where you are, all abilities welcome! This 12-week non-performing workshop is designed for adults who want the best of ballet class~barre and a stretch! What a great way to find some joy and move.

Tuesday or Thursdays 10am. $180/12-week session. Drop In available, get on the list! Email for details.

ADULT CONTEMPORARY

Ages 18+ | Wednesday 7:30pm

This non-performing contemporary class is designed for adults. Wednesdays at 7:30pm. $180 per 12-week session OR as part of your monthly tuition schedule. Drop-in or punch cards can be used. Email in advance for details to get on the drop in list!

ADULT BEGINNER ADULT TAP

Ages 18+ | Tuesday 11am

A low-stress pace of learning and focus on the fundamentals make this class a fun introduction to tap!

ADULT INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED ADULT TAP

Ages 18+ | Wednesday 11am

This non-performing workshop is designed for adults with significant tap experience who want to have fun and keep growing!

ADULT CLASSES

YEARLONG PERFORMING & NON-PERFORMING
Ages 18+

Beginner to Advanced welcome. Ballet, Tap, Contemporary, Hip Hop, and Jazz.

DROP IN CLASSES

Some adult classes offer an option for drop in students. Drop in classes are charged at $18/class.

PUNCH CARDS

New this year! We are now offering Punch Cards for our adult classes that offer

drop-ins. A punch card can be used for drop-ins in any style! Ten-class punch

cards cost just $150 (a $3 discount per class from our regular drop-in rate) and

are available through the online store in your portal, or at the front desk. Punches

are maintained through our system - no worries about losing your card or leaving

it at home!