Summer 2024

Join us this summer from June 3rd-7th for our Creative Dance Summer Camp for ages 4-13! 

We will also be holding a Dance Intensive & Choreography Workshop for Teens July 29-Aug 2. This will be a fun opportunity for teens to learn a variety of dance styles as well as develop their choreographic skills.

Find more details and register at www.cachearts.org/classes.

SUMMER CAMP SCHEDULE (Monday, June 3rd - Friday, June 7th):

  • 9:15-10:00 Ages 4-6

  • 10:15-11:15 Ages 7-9

  • 11:30-12:45 Ages 9-11

  • 1:00-2:15 Ages 11-13

CLASS DESCRIPTIONS:

  • Ages 4-6

    • 9:15-10:00 am; $45

      Dive into the wonders of dance with our Creative Dance Summer Camp! Designed for children ages 4 to 6, this class invites children to immerse themselves in the enchanting world of the ocean. Through imaginative play, storytelling, and rhythmic movements inspired by the sea, participants will embark on an aquatic adventure like no other.

      Guided by our experienced instructor, little ones will discover the joy of movement while exploring the depths of their creativity. From swaying like seaweed to leaping like dolphins, students will learn basic dance techniques infused with the magic of the ocean. Through interactive activities and music, they'll dive deep into their imaginations, crafting their own unique dance journeys.

      Parents are invited to come watch the last 15 minutes of class on Friday.

      Taught by Tessa Evans.

  • Ages 7-9

    • 10:15-11:15 am; $50

      Ignite your child's passion for dance in our Creative Dance Summer Camp! Tailored for ages 7 to 9,  this class introduces young dancers to the joy of movement through a magical blend of movement, music, and imagination. With a focus on creativity and expression, students will explore basic dance techniques while discovering their own unique style. Join us for a magical journey of dance and creativity!

      Parents are invited to come watch the last 15 minutes of class on Friday.

      Taught by Alyssa Luthi.

  • Ages 9-11

    • 11:30-12:45; $55

      Discover the power of artistic expression through movement in our Creative Dance Summer Camp designed for ages 9 to 11! This dynamic class invites young dancers to explore the intersection of dance, emotion, and storytelling. Through a combination of improvisation, choreography, and collaborative exercises, students will deepen their understanding of dance as a form of personal and collective expression. Join us as we cultivate creativity, confidence, and connection through the art of dance!

      Parents are invited to come watch the last 15 minutes of class on Friday.

      Taught by Tiffany Childress.

  • Ages 11-13

    • 1:00-2:15 pm; $55

      Discover the power of artistic expression through movement in our Creative Dance Summer Camp designed for ages 11 to 13! This dynamic class invites dancers to explore the intersection of dance, emotion, and storytelling. Through a combination of improvisation, choreography, and collaborative exercises, students will deepen their understanding of dance as a form of personal and collective expression. Join us as we cultivate creativity, confidence, and connection through the art of dance!

      Parents are invited to come watch the last 15 minutes of class on Friday.

      Taught by Tiffany Childress.

DANCE INTENSIVE & CHOREOGRAPHY WORKSHOP FOR TEENS:

Mon, July 29- Wed, July 31 9:00-2:00; Fri, August 2nd 9:00-11:30

Bring a lunch; Showing for parents Friday at 11:00 am; $100

Unlock the power of artistic expression in our Dance Intensive for teens ages 13 to 18! Students will explore a dynamic range of dance styles—Modern, Ballet, Jazz, and African—while also delving into the art of choreography and creative process. Through immersive technique classes, choreographic workshops, and insightful studies of iconic choreographers, participants will deepen their understanding of movement, cultivate their choreographic skills, and ignite their passion for dance. Join us as we embark on a journey of discovery, innovation, and artistic transformation!

Taught by Katie Anderson

 

Spring 2024 Session

SPRING 2024 CLASS SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE (Jan 8- April 27):

Monday

4:00-5:00 2nd-3rd grade

5:00-6:15 5th-6th grade

6:15-7:45 Modern Technique: 7th-12th grade

Tuesday

4:00-5:00 1st-2nd grade

5:15-6:15 3rd-4th grade

6:15-7:45 6th-8th grade

Wednesday 

10:00-10:45AM Preschool

4:00-4:45 Kindergarten-1st grade

4:45-6:00 6th-7th grade

6:00-7:00 Adult Beginner Class

Thursday 

4:30-5:15 Preschool-Kindergarten

5:15-6:30 4th-5th grade

7:00-8:30 High School

Friday

4:00-4:45 Limitless Dancers with Disabilities

NO CLASS:

  • Labor Day: Monday, Sept 4

  • Fall Break: Wednesday, Oct 11- Friday, Oct 13

  • Halloween: Tuesday, Oct 31

  • Thanksgiving Break: Tuesday, Nov 21- Friday, Nov 24

  • Winter Break: Tuesday, Dec 19- Friday, Jan 5

  • Martin Luther King Day: Monday, Jan 15

  • President’s Day: Monday, Feb 19

  • Spring Break: Monday, April 1- Friday, April 5

A Bad Case of Stripes (1st-12th Grade only):

  • Rehearsals:

    • Saturday, April 20 from 9:30 am-Noon at the Bullen Center

    • Tuesday, April 23 (individual class times will vary) at the Eccles Theater

    • Wednesday, April 24 from 4:30-6:45 pm at the Eccles Theater

    • Thursday, April 25 from 4:30-6:00 pm at the Eccles Theater

    Performances:

    • Friday, April 26 at 10:00am- Student matinee at the Eccles Theater, call time at 9:00 am

    • Friday, April 26 at 7:00pm- Public performance at the Eccles Theater, call time at 6:00 pm

Nature in Spring Show (Preschool-1st Grade only):

  • Friday, April 19 at 6:00pm in the Bullen Center ballroom

TUITION:

Tuition will be charged in 8 monthly installments on the last Monday of each month, beginning August 28. Tuition covers classes, registration, and costuming. Tickets for family and friends to attend the year-end performance must be purchased separately through the Eccles theater box office in April. Tuition rates are as follows:

30 minute classes: $20/month

45 minute classes: $28/month

60 minute classes: $33/month

75 minute classes: $38/month

90 minute classes: $45/month

*50% DISCOUNT: Students who take more than one class can get a 50% discount for additional classes. Email your receipt of payment for the first class to vdeyouth@gmail.com and get a coupon code to pay for additional classes at half price. (The discount is for one student who takes more than one class. This is not a sibling discount.)

VDE Dance Tuition Scholarships are available through Cache Valley Center for the Arts! These scholarships are designed to increase access to arts education opportunities to diverse populations, to individuals for whom the experience may have a significant positive contribution to their lives. Find the scholarship application here.

CLASS DESCRIPTIONS:

  • Limitless (Dancers with Disabilities)
    Fridays 4:00-4:45
    $28/month
    A class specially designed for our dancers with different abilities, typically enrolled in Special Education. This class focuses on creativity and self-expression with the added bonus of strengthening and flexibility work.  While all of our classes are open to all dancers, this class is customized to the needs of the students and moves at the pace specific to those interests and needs. Tuition covers classes, registration, costuming, and class pictures. Tickets for family and friends to attend the year-end performance must be purchased separately through the Eccles theater box office in April. Enrollment for this class is ongoing. Taught by Tessa Evans.

  • “Stories in Motion” Parent-Tot Class (0-4 yrs)
    Currently Unavailable
    $20/month per family
    An awesome opportunity for some bonding time with your little one, “Stories in Motion” is an interactive story time you and your child will love. We dance with props and with each other, we sing songs, play instruments, read books and learn through movement. Parents need no dance skills to be a great dance partner! Taught by Tessa Evans.

  • Preschool Creative Dance (3-5 yrs)
    Wednesdays 10:00-10:45 AM
    $28/month
    Dancers discover how to move and stretch their bodies in new ways using rhythm, music, and imaginative improvisation. They experience jumping, hopping, spinning, changing levels, and simple patterns through space while stimulated by props, stories, art, poetry, and music. Tuition covers classes, registration, and costuming. Taught by Alyssa Luthi.

  • Preschool-Kindergarten Creative Dance (3-6 yrs)
    Thursday 4:30-5:15
    $28/month
    Dancers discover how to move and stretch their bodies in new ways using rhythm, music, and imaginative improvisation. They experience jumping, hopping, spinning, changing levels, and simple patterns through space while stimulated by props, stories, art, poetry, and music. Tuition covers classes, registration, and costuming. Taught by Tiffany Childress.

  • Kindergarten-1st Grade Creative Dance (5-7 yrs)
    Wednesdays 4:00-4:45
    $28/month
    Dancers discover how to move and stretch their bodies in new ways using rhythm, music, and imaginative improvisation. They experience jumping, hopping, spinning, changing levels, and simple patterns through space while stimulated by props, stories, art, poetry, and music. Tuition covers classes, registration, and costuming. Taught by Julia Moreland.

  • 1st-2nd Grade Creative Dance (6-8 yrs)
    Tuesdays 4:00-5:00
    $33/month
    Creative dance combines skill development and self-expression. Dancers will learn balance, body control, dynamics, and simple patterns through space while stimulated by props, stories, art, poetry and music. Tuition covers classes, registration, costuming, and class pictures. Tickets for family and friends to attend the year-end performance must be purchased separately through the Eccles theater box office in April. Taught by Tessa Evans.

  • 2nd-3rd Grade Creative Dance (7-9 yrs)
    Mondays 4:00-5:00
    $33/month
    Creative dance combines skill development and self-expression. Dancers will increase strength and flexibility through balance, body control, dynamics, and simple patterns. Dancers will apply the elements of dance: space, time, and energy. They will begin to work in groups to problem solve and express ideas through putting movement patterns together into dance phrases. Tuition covers classes, registration, costuming, and class pictures. Tickets for family and friends to attend the year-end performance must be purchased separately through the Eccles theater box office in April. Taught by Alyssa Luthi.

  • 3rd-4th Grade Creative Dance (8-10 yrs)
    Tuesdays 5:15-6:15
    $33/month
    Creative dance combines skill development and self-expression. Dancers will increase strength and flexibility through balance, body control, dynamics, and simple patterns. Dancers will apply the elements of dance: space, time, and energy. They will begin to work in groups to problem solve and express ideas through putting movement patterns together into dance phrases. Tuition covers classes, registration, costuming, and class pictures. Tickets for family and friends to attend the year-end performance must be purchased separately through the Eccles theater box office in April. Taught by Tessa Evans.

  • 4th-5th Grade Creative & Modern Dance (9-11 yrs)
    Thursdays 5:15-6:30
    $38/month
    Dancers will learn basic modern dance technique, as well as expand creative development through improvisation and choreography. They will explore ways to express ideas using space, time, and energy, as well as increase performance skills. Tuition covers classes, registration, costuming, and class pictures. Tickets for family and friends to attend the year-end performance must be purchased separately through the Eccles theater box office in April. Taught by Tiffany Childress.

  • 5th-6th Grade Creative & Modern Dance (10-12 yrs)
    Mondays 5:00-6:15
    $38/month
    Dancers will learn basic modern dance technique, as well as expand creative development through improvisation and choreography. They will explore ways to express ideas using space, time, and energy, as well as increase performance skills. Tuition covers classes, registration, costuming, and class pictures. Tickets for family and friends to attend the year-end performance must be purchased separately through the Eccles theater box office in April. Taught by Katie Anderson.

  • 6th-7th Grade Creative & Modern Dance (11-13 yrs)
    Wednesdays 4:45-6:00
    $38/month
    Dancers will learn basic modern dance technique, as well as expand creative development through improvisation and choreography. They will explore ways to express ideas using space, time, and energy, as well as increase performance skills. Tuition covers classes, registration, costuming, and class pictures. Tickets for family and friends to attend the year-end performance must be purchased separately through the Eccles theater box office in April. Taught by Julia Moreland.

  • 7th-9th Grade Creative & Modern Dance (12-15yrs)
    Tuesdays 6:15-7:45
    $43/month
    Dancers will experience an emphasis in modern dance technique and performance skills, as well as expand creative development through improvisation and choreography. They will become creative movers, critical thinkers, and collaborative workers as they explore ways to express ideas using space, time, and energy. Tuition covers classes, registration, costuming, and class pictures. Tickets for family and friends to attend the year-end performance must be purchased separately through the Eccles theater box office in April. Taught by Tessa Evans.

  • High School Creative & Modern Dance (14-18 yrs)
    Thursdays 7:00-8:30
    $45/month
    Dancers will experience an emphasis in modern dance technique and performance skills, as well as expand creative development through improvisation and choreography. They will become creative movers, critical thinkers, and collaborative workers as they explore ways to express ideas using space, time, and energy. Tuition covers classes, registration, costuming, and class pictures. Tickets for family and friends to attend the year-end performance must be purchased separately through the Eccles theater box office in April. Taught by Emma Newby.

  • Modern Technique for 7th-12th Grade (12-18 yrs)
    Mondays 6:15-7:45
    $43/month
    This class emphasizes proper technique focusing on strength, flexibility, and alignment. Dancers will experience different styles of modern dance as well as explore dance concepts in order to truly understand dance and be able to create, perform, and respond to it. Tuition covers classes, registration, costuming, and class pictures. Tickets for family and friends to attend the year-end performance must be purchased separately through the Eccles theater box office in April. Taught by Katie Anderson.