Dance

Dance

Youth dance classes offer a multitude of benefits beyond just learning dance moves, impacting physical, mental, social, and emotional development. These benefits include improved physical health, boosted self-confidence, enhanced cognitive skills, and development of crucial life skills like teamwork and communication. 

 


Adult Dance Classes

Eastside Family Y
4/8/26 - 4/30/26
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Designed for adults of all experience levels, these dance classes offer an enjoyable way to move, sweat, and feel your best.

Ballet Barre
Ballet Barre is a low-impact, strength-focused dance class that blends classical ballet movements with barre and mat exercises. This class emphasizes posture, balance, flexibility, and core strength while offering a graceful, full-body workout. No prior ballet experience is required—movements are approachable and modifications are encouraged, making Ballet Barre a supportive and empowering class for adults looking to build strength, improve mobility, and move with confidence.

Jazz Cardio
Jazz Cardio is a high-energy, music-driven dance workout that combines jazz dance style with heart-pumping cardio. Set to upbeat music, this class focuses on fun choreography, dynamic movement, and aerobic fitness to boost endurance, coordination, and joy. Perfect for adults who love to move and sweat, Jazz Cardio offers an energizing way to stay active while connecting with others in a positive, welcoming environment.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MetroBranchNon-Member
Spring & Summer: Members Only 3/2/26 3/8/26 Online / Front Desk $ 15.00$ 15.00-
Spring & Summer: Members & Non-Members 3/9/26 4/10/26 Online / Front Desk $ 15.00$ 15.00$ 30.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
04/08/26 - 04/29/26
Ballet Barre (Studio 2) - We - 5:30 pm - 50 mins
Registration
Closed
Opens on 03/02/26
04/09/26 - 04/30/26
Jazz Cardio (Studio 1) - Th - 6:30 pm - 50 mins
Registration
Closed
Opens on 03/02/26

Dicks Sporting Goods Field - Sideline Dance Team Clinic: Ages 6-11

Eastside Family Y
7/28/26 - 7/30/26
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Be a part of the Y Dance Team…A fun, introductory class designed for youth ages 6 to 11, to explore sideline dances and choreographed performance dance. Students will focus on learning core dance skills and will perform a routine to parents at the final session. Register by July 21 for Pom Poms to be included; if registered from July 21 thru 28, participants should bring their own.

Participants will be split into age groups for simultaneous instruction. There will be a group performance for parents and family on July 30 at 7pm. The clinic will be held at Dicks Sporting Goods Field.

 

For more information of questions, please contact Cait at [email protected]



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MetroBranchNon-Member
Summer: Member Only 3/2/26 3/8/26 Online / Front Desk $ 30.00$ 30.00-
Summer: Member & Non-Member 3/9/26 7/21/26 Online / Front Desk $ 30.00$ 30.00$ 60.00
Late Registration - Does not include Pom Poms, please bring your own 7/22/26 7/29/26 Online / Front Desk $ 30.00$ 30.00$ 60.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
07/28/26 - 07/30/26
Dick's Sporting Goods Field - Tu,We,Th - 6:00 pm - 1 hr, 30 mins
Registration
Closed
Opens on 03/02/26

Preschool Beginner Dance: Ages 3 - 5

Eastside Family Y
4/8/26 - 4/29/26
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Introduce your little one to the joy of movement in our Preschool Beginner Dance class! Designed for preschoolers, this beginner-level program blends basic ballet and jazz techniques in a playful, encouraging environment. Children will build coordination, rhythm, and confidence through creative movement, simple routines, and imaginative play. No experience necessary—just twirling energy and tiny toes ready to move! Please wear comfortable clothing or dancewear, dance shoes a plus, but not required.

To learn more, contact Cait at [email protected]



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MetroBranchNon-Member
Spring & Summer: Members Only 3/2/26 3/8/26 Online / Front Desk $ 15.00$ 15.00-
Spring & Summer: Members & Non-Members 3/9/26 4/10/26 Online / Front Desk $ 15.00$ 15.00$ 30.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
04/08/26 - 04/29/26
Preschool Beginner Dance (3-5yrs)- Studio 2 - We - 4:30 pm - 50 mins
Registration
Closed
Opens on 03/02/26

Preschool Beginner Dance Ages 3 - 5

Downtown
2/4/26 - 2/25/26
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Introduce your little one to the joy of movement in our Preschool Beginner Dance class! Designed for preschoolers, this beginner-level program blends basic ballet and jazz techniques in a playful, encouraging environment. Through this 4-week session, children will build coordination, rhythm, and confidence through creative movement, simple routines, and imaginative play. No experience necessary—just twirling energy and tiny toes ready to move!

Ages: 3-5 yrs
Attire: Comfortable clothing or dancewear 
Focus: Movement, Music, and Confidence—All with a Smile

When/Where:
Wednesdays 4:30p – 5:15p
February 4th – 25th
Downtown YMCA


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MetroBranchNon-Member
Winter: Member Only 12/22/25 12/28/25 Online / Front Desk $ 15.00$ 15.00-
Winter: Member & Non- Member 12/29/25 2/5/26 Online / Front Desk $ 15.00$ 15.00$ 30.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
02/04/26 - 02/25/26
DTY - Preschool Beginner Dance (3-5yrs) - We - 4:30 pm - 45 mins
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Closes
02/05/2026

School Age Beginner Dance: Ages 6-10

Eastside Family Y
4/9/26 - 4/30/26
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Step into Dance: Ballet & Jazz for Beginners
Perfect for kids ages 6–10, this high-energy class introduces the foundational techniques of ballet and jazz in a fun and supportive setting. Dancers will learn basic steps, improve balance and flexibility, and explore rhythm and expression—all while building confidence and having a blast! Whether it’s their first dance class or they’re just getting started, every child will feel welcomed and encouraged to shine. Dancewear or comfortable clothing, ballet/jazz shoes recommended

Questions? Email Cait at [email protected]

 

 

 



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MetroBranchNon-Member
Spring & Summer: Members Only 3/2/26 3/8/26 Online / Front Desk $ 15.00$ 15.00-
Spring & Summer: Members & Non-Members 3/9/26 4/10/26 Online / Front Desk $ 15.00$ 15.00$ 30.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
04/09/26 - 04/30/26
School Aged Beginner Dance (6-10yrs) - Studio 1 - Th - 4:30 pm - 50 mins
Registration
Closed
Opens on 03/02/26

School Age Beginner Dance: Ages 6-10

Downtown
2/5/26 - 2/26/26
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Step into Dance: Ballet & Jazz for Beginners
Perfect for kids ages 6–10, this high-energy class introduces the foundational techniques of ballet and jazz in a fun and supportive setting. Dancers will learn basic steps, improve balance and flexibility, and explore rhythm and expression—all while building confidence and having a blast! Whether it’s their first dance class or they’re just getting started, every child will feel welcomed and encouraged to shine.

Ages: 6–10
Attire: Dancewear or comfortable clothing, ballet/jazz shoes recommended
Focus: Technique, Creativity, Confidence, and Fun

When/Where:
Thursdays 4:30p – 5:15p
February 5th – 26th
Downtown YMCA


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MetroBranchNon-Member
Winter: Members Only 12/22/25 12/28/25 Online / Front Desk $ 15.00$ 15.00-
Winter: Members and Non-Members 12/29/25 2/6/26 Online / Front Desk $ 15.00$ 15.00$ 30.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
02/05/26 - 02/26/26
DTY School Age Dance 6-10 yrs - Th - 4:30 pm - 45 mins
Register  
Closes
02/06/2026