Dance
Winter 2025
Classes will begin the week of January 8.
Winfield Park District Dance is collaborating with Innovation Arts Connection. The program is designed for ages walking to 10 years old. Connecting communities to creative arts--that is what we do at Innovation Arts Connection! Our progressive curriculum focuses on dance concepts and core techniques as well as teaching the importance of respect, positive attitude and hard work. In our classes students will develop grace, rhythm, coordination, creativity, and confidence in a fun, safe and structured environment. IAC’s dance classes offer stability, a sense of community, socialization and structure
Innovation Arts Connection, LLC collaborates with local Chicagoland Park districts. For more information about the IAC program including class expectations, dress code and more, please visit www.innovationartsconnection.com or find us on Instagram or Facebook @innovationartsconnection.
Rehearsal & Recital
Spring Recital 2025: The Happiest Recital on Earth
Mark your calendars: TENTATIVELY June 14, 2025
PRODUCTION FEES INCLUDED IN TUITION!
Class Levels
Seasonal Classes
The seasonal classes invite participants to engage in condensed sessions as a way to experiment, explore or jump-start their involvement in the park studio dance program. All classes are held at West Chicago Park District ARC Center. In the event of inclement weather or Covid-19 shutdowns, classes will be held virtually on Zoom.
Discover Dance With Me
Walking-3yrs + Caregiver Participation
Explore the joy of movement with your child and discover the many benefits of early childhood dance classes. We will dance, sing, and play in both one-on-one activities and group activities. Through circle activities, open exploration, and gross motor development exercises, children will blossom with class as they grow with their caregiver during this precious time together. Please wear comfortable, form-fitted clothing and bare feet. Guardian participation required!
Discover Dance Tots
2-3yrs
Watch your child’s independence and confidence soar, as our dancers explore and discover the benefits of a more structured dance class and attend class independently. Following directions, waiting for our turn, and collectively problem-solving will encourage emotional and social development. Live singing, musical play, and sensory props will have these little ones moving and grooving with their friends and eager to return to class each week! Please wear comfortable, form-fitted clothing and bare feet. **2 yr olds are Strongly Encouraged to have previous experience in Discover Dance with me prior to joining DDT. Dancers attend class independently, without caregiver participation.
Park Studio Classes
The Park Studio program track is a studio program designed around the Park District community culture. This track is for dancers of all ages and experience levels who are looking for a progressive session and higher commitment level with participation in a final Spring Production: The Happiest Recital On Earth (Disney/Disney+ themed show) on Saturday, June 14, 2025 at Lake Park High School. PRODUCTION FEES INCLUDED WITH TUITION!!! NEW THIS YEAR: PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE!!! Within this program, participants can engage in core studio-level dance classes. All classes are held at West Chicago Park District’s ARC Center. In the event of inclement weather or Covid-19 shut downs classes will be held virtually on Zoom.
Ballet/Tap Combo (A, B)
Ballet/Tap Combo is the most popular combo for dancers. Classes include stretches, barre work, class etiquette, basic techniques of each style, games and learning choreography in both ballet and tap. Please wear leotard, tights, or comfortable form fitted clothing, ballet & tap shoes.
Ballet/Tap/Jazz Combo (I)
Ballet/Tap/Jazz Combo is a great class for well-rounded dancers. Classes include stretches, barre work, class etiquette, basic technique of each style, games and learning choreography. Please wear leotard, tights, or comfortable form fitted clothing, ballet, tap & jazz shoes.
