Performing Arts (Dance & Theater)

Performing Arts (Dance & Theater)

Through our performing arts programs, participants are encouraged to express themselves creatively and discover their inner talents. Within the spectrum of arts, the Y has programs for kids of all ages to experience excitement and vibrancy through the arts.

Participation in Arts programs foster self-esteem, enhance critical thinking skills, forge friendships and build valuable skills to last a lifetime. Express yourself and grow your own unique experience!

Benefits of Our Program:

  • Unique, Diverse Programs
  • We Encourage Creative Expression
  • Build Self-Esteem
  • Explore Your Imagination
  • Learn About Culture
  • Create Partnerships, Forge Friendships
  • Creative Spectrum of Program Offerings
  • Programs for all ages & level

Safety:
Safety is a number our number one in class priority. Dancers will be taught the proper way to go about technique in both dance and gymnastics to provide a foundation for dance and overall health. For the safety of all dancers and gymnasts, Slate Belt YMCA has professional grade sprung flooring in their dance studio.

Ballet 1 (3-5 yrs) - Fri 5:40 PM

Bethlehem
12/1/24 - 5/31/25
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Emphasizes the development of age appropriate ballet positions and steps with a focus on imagery to make learning fun.


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11/9/24 5/8/25 Online / Front Desk $ 41.00$ 67.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
12/01/24 - 12/31/24
Th - 6:25 pm - 40 mins
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11/01/2024
01/01/25 - 01/31/25
Fr - 5:40 pm - 40 mins
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02/01/25 - 02/28/25
Fr - 5:40 pm - 40 mins
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03/01/25 - 03/31/25
Fr - 5:40 pm - 40 mins
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04/01/25 - 04/30/25
Fr - 5:40 pm - 40 mins
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05/01/25 - 05/31/25
Fr - 5:40 pm - 40 mins
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Dance (4-10 yrs) - Tue 5 PM

Slate Belt
12/1/24 - 5/26/25
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Combination of Ballet, Tap and Jazz. Students will focus on technique and knowledge of each style in class. Please provide your dancer with ballet and tap shoes as well as a water bottle.


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7/29/24 5/31/25 Online / Front Desk $ 41.00$ 67.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
12/01/24 - 12/31/24
Tu - 5:00 pm - 40 mins
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01/01/25 - 01/31/25
Tu - 5:00 pm - 40 mins
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02/01/25 - 02/28/25
Tu - 5:00 pm - 40 mins
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03/01/25 - 03/31/25
Tu - 5:00 pm - 40 mins
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04/01/25 - 04/30/25
Tu - 5:00 pm - 40 mins
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05/01/25 - 05/26/25
Tu - 5:00 pm - 40 mins
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Hip Hop Fusion (5-12 yrs) - Fri 6:10 PM

Nazareth
12/1/24 - 5/30/25
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Hip-Hop, Reggaeton and Reggae all influence the culture of Hip-Hop. In this class students learn dance moves and dance to music with a groove. Develops balance, coordination and rhythm.


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7/29/24 5/31/25 Online / Front Desk $ 41.00$ 67.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
12/01/24 - 12/31/24
Fr - 6:10 pm - 45 mins
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01/01/25 - 01/31/25
Fr - 6:10 pm - 45 mins
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02/01/25 - 02/28/25
Fr - 6:10 pm - 45 mins
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03/01/25 - 03/31/25
Fr - 6:10 pm - 45 mins
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04/01/25 - 04/30/25
Fr - 6:10 pm - 45 mins
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05/01/25 - 05/30/25
Fr - 6:10 pm - 45 mins
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Rising Stars (2-4 yrs) - Fri 4:40 PM

Nazareth
12/1/24 - 5/30/25
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Tailored for little ones to teach early dance skills such as balance and rhythm. Develops cognitive, social and performance skills. Instruments & props interactive class.


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7/29/24 5/31/25 Online / Front Desk $ 41.00$ 67.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
12/01/24 - 12/31/24
Fr - 4:40 pm - 40 mins
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01/01/25 - 01/31/25
Fr - 4:40 pm - 40 mins
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02/01/25 - 02/28/25
Fr - 4:40 pm - 40 mins
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03/01/25 - 03/31/25
Fr - 4:40 pm - 40 mins
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04/01/25 - 04/30/25
Fr - 4:40 pm - 40 mins
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05/01/25 - 05/30/25
Fr - 4:40 pm - 40 mins
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Shooting Stars Dancers (5-9 yrs) - Fri 5:20 PM

Nazareth
12/1/24 - 5/30/25
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Fundamental ballet skills such as positions, plies and turns. This class is a combination of modern and lyrical dance styles. Tailored for young passionate dancers, who enjoy creative movement. Develops strength, balance, coordination and performance skills.


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7/29/24 5/31/25 Online / Front Desk $ 41.00$ 67.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
12/01/24 - 12/31/24
Fr - 5:20 pm - 45 mins
Session is Full
01/01/25 - 01/31/25
Fr - 5:20 pm - 45 mins
Session is Full
02/01/25 - 02/28/25
Fr - 5:20 pm - 45 mins
Session is Full
03/01/25 - 03/31/25
Fr - 5:20 pm - 45 mins
Session is Full
04/01/25 - 04/30/25
Fr - 5:20 pm - 45 mins
Session is Full
05/01/25 - 05/30/25
Fr - 5:20 pm - 45 mins
Session is Full

Super Stars (10-15 yrs) - Fri 8 PM

Nazareth
1/1/25 - 5/31/25
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Fundamental ballet skills such as positions, plies and turns for older passionate dancers, who enjoy creative movement expression. Develops strength, balance, cordination and performance and choreography skills.


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7/29/24 5/31/25 Online / Front Desk $ 41.00$ 67.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
01/01/25 - 01/31/25
Fr - 8:00 pm - 45 mins
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02/01/25 - 02/28/25
Fr - 8:00 pm - 45 mins
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03/01/25 - 03/31/25
Fr - 8:00 pm - 45 mins
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04/01/25 - 04/30/25
Fr - 8:00 pm - 45 mins
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05/01/25 - 05/31/25
Fr - 8:00 pm - 45 mins
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Theatre (8-15 yrs) - Fri 7 PM

Nazareth
12/1/24 - 5/30/25
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“All that Drama” can be expressed in this class.Tailored to develop acting skills, stage presence and diction. Class begins with vocal warmups and various exercises. Improv techniques, blocking and stage presence. Participants are given scripts to learn lines for a performance of a “mini play/skit.”


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7/29/24 5/31/25 Online / Front Desk $ 41.00$ 67.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
12/01/24 - 12/31/24
Fr - 7:00 pm - 1 hr
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01/01/25 - 01/31/25
Fr - 7:00 pm - 1 hr
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02/01/25 - 02/28/25
Fr - 7:00 pm - 1 hr
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03/01/25 - 03/31/25
Fr - 7:00 pm - 1 hr
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04/01/25 - 04/30/25
Fr - 7:00 pm - 1 hr
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05/01/25 - 05/30/25
Fr - 7:00 pm - 1 hr
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