Dance Classes
Batavia Studio’s dance classes are the perfect way to have fun, develop your skills, and create friendships. We offer classes for students of all ages, from 16 months to adults.
Our non-competitive classes focus on individual development so everyone gets to shine! We offer recitals twice a year so you can show off what you’ve learned.
2023-2024
Batavia Studios Dance Class Schedule
Batavia Studio's Fall Dance Program Information
Pre-Junior Dancers
Batavia Studios’ “Pre-Junior Dancers” program is for children 16 months to 5 yrs old. We know how important a child’s first dance experience is (to you and to them) and pride ourselves on providing an exceptional, tailored program that not only nurtures their cognitive, physical, emotional, and social development but focuses on fostering a love of dance through fun, imagination, and creativity.
We believe that giving children the gift of expression through movement helps broaden vocabulary and communication and teaches persistence and focus while channeling their boundless energy in a productive, but most of all, FUN way.
Features of the Batavia Dance Pre-Junior Program:
• Specialized dance tuition for 16 months – 5 yrs old.
• Qualified specialized instructor
• No membership or registration fee
• No long-term contracts. Ongoing classes are month to month – 30-day notice for cancellations.
• No uniforms are required – we encourage self-expression and creativity through dress at this age and encourage students to wear something that makes them feel comfortable and beautiful.
• We have an “open door” policy. Parents are welcome to sit in on any of the classes at any time.
• Viewing weeks: December – Parents (and grandparents, aunts, uncles, etc.) are invited into the studio for a special demonstration day.
• Recital Day: Junior Dancers are included in our Spring recital in May. They will get to show all their family and friends their accomplishments throughout the year with their class, up on stage, in costume.
Class Uniform:
• There are no formal uniforms for any Pre-Junior Dance Classes. However, we encourage students to wear clothing that makes them feel comfortable and beautiful dancing in. Ex: leotard & skirt or dance dress/tutu, or even their favorite princess gown.
• Ballet shoes are recommended, but not required.
• Hair: Bun or Ponytail
Junior - Senior Dancers
Batavia Studios’ “Junior / Senior Dancers” program is for children in Grades 1 – 12. This program focuses on particular styles and techniques of dance. Types of lessons available include:
- Tap
- Ballet
- Musical Theater & Movement for Actors
- Hip Hop
- Jazz
- Strength & Conditioning
Features of the Batavia Dance Junior / Senior Program
- Very reasonable tuition
- Qualified specialized instructor
- No membership or registration fee
- No long-term contracts. Ongoing classes are month to month – 30-day notice for cancellations.
- Very flexible uniform requirements.
- We do encourage all students to feel comfortable in what they wear.
- Christmas Recital: Junior / Senior dancers are included in our Christmas recital in December. They will get to show off to their family and friends all of their accomplishments up till now, up on stage, in costume.
- Spring Recital: Junior/ Senior Dancers are included in our Spring recital in May. They will get to show all their family and friends their accomplishments throughout the year with their class, up on stage, in costume.
Class Uniform:
- We encourage students to wear leotards or tighter-fitting clothing for easy movement. We also encourage clothing that makes them feel comfortable and beautiful dancing.
- Shoes: Ballet shoes are required for Ballet; Jazz or Hip Hop Shoes are required for all other types of dance.
- Hair: Bun or ponytail
Adult Dancers
Batavia Studios “Adult Dancers” program is for adults ages 18 +. This program focuses on particular styles and techniques of dance. Types of lessons available include:
- Tap
- Ballet
- Musical Theater & Movement for Actors
- Jazz
- Strength & Conditioning
Features of the Batavia Dance Adult Program
- Very reasonable tuition
- Qualified specialized instructor
- No membership or registration fee
- No long-term contracts. Ongoing classes are month to month – 30-day notice for cancellations.
- Very flexible uniform requirements. We do encourage all students to feel comfortable in what they wear.
- Christmas Recital: Adult dancers are included in our Christmas recital in December. They will get to show off to their family and friends all of their accomplishments up till now, up on stage, in costume.
- Spring Recital: Adult Dancers are included in our Spring recital in May. They will get to show all their family and friends their accomplishments throughout the year with their class, up on stage, in costume.
Class Uniform:
- We encourage all adult students to wear leotards or tighter fitting clothing for easy movement.
- Shoes: Ballet shoes are required for Ballet; Jazz or Hip Hop Shoes are required for all other types of dance.
- Hair: Bun or ponytail
Homeschool Dancers
At Batavia Studios, we love our homeschoolers. We’ve given a lot of thought on how to best accommodate homeschooling students, parents, and even siblings. If you are looking for dance classes that work for your whole family, you’ve found them!
Daytime classes
- We offer convenient daytime classes for our homeschooling families, typically with small class sizes.
Get your studying in
- Our quiet homework room allows teaching or studying to take place while a sibling is in class. Talk about efficiency! You are welcome to use our rooms as long as you want during the days you have dance so you can continue your school work.
Parents can get involved too!
- There are several days of the week when we have adult classes scheduled at the same time as our children’s classes.
Customize a class
- If you gather at least three students, you can request to open a new class during a day and time that works best for you (subject to instructor and studio availability). What a great way to encourage bonding between students (and fellow parents)!
Pre-Junior Program Classes
Tiny Tots Dance
From 16 months to 2 years
A 30-minute introduction to movement & music for students from 16 months – 2 yrs. This class fosters a love of creative expression in our littlest dancers through the use of storytelling, song, dance, rhythm, props, and instruments. Supports the development of physical, cognitive, social, and emotional skills while encouraging self-expression and imagination.
Parent participation is required.
Creative Dance
2 yrs & 3 yrs old
A 30-minute lesson for students aged 2 & 3 yrs, with a focus on enjoyment and creativity through movement, music, and mime. The children will gain a love for dance and music. Parent participation is required for this class during the first half of the year. After the 1st parent demo class, students transition to an independent learning environment, and parents are invited to watch if they would like.
Parent participation is required up through December only or the child’s first 3 months of starting the class. After that, it is optional till the end of the year.
Pre-Kindy Dance
3 & 4 yrs old
This 45-minute independent class is designed to develop coordination, confidence, and a sense of rhythm through movement, music and mime. A focus on storytelling through movement, creativity & imagination, and development of motor skills, while fostering a love for dance and music. Parents may watch all classes as they wish or let their child learn independently.
Tiny Jazz & Tap
3 & 4 yrs old
This is a 30-minute add-on class to the Pre-Kindy Dance. This class will focus on tap and jazz. Parents may watch all classes as they wish.
Students will require both Tap Shoes & Ballet or Jazz Shoes.
Kindy Dance
4 & 5 yrs old
A 45-minute class is a gentle introduction to technical aspects of dance while further developing coordination, confidence, and a sense of rhythm. The children will gain a love for dance as they creatively explore different styles of movement and music.
Parents may watch all classes.
Mini Jazz & Tap
4 & 5 yrs old
This is a 45-minute add-on class to Kindy Dance. This class will focus on tap and jazz. Parents may watch all classes as they wish.
Students will require both Tap Shoes & Ballet or Jazz Shoes.
Instructors
Samantha Roth
Dance Instructor
One of the most important elements that we take pride in is our teaching staff.
Samantha Roth is a highly trained and experienced instructor. She was trained at Point Park College and does such a great job in ensuring every Batavia Studio is inspired and nurtured along their dance journey.
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