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Summer Classes at Tanner Dance

Welcome to summer at Tanner Dance.  We are happy that you are interested in dancing with us this summer.  Please look over all of the summer options for classes and camps, we would love to have you join us as much as you are able.

Please register your child for the grade they will be going into the fall.

Summer studio classes run for five weeks on Saturdays this year. Dates: June 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th, and July 5th

You can find a user guide to our registration system here

University of Utah staff: If you have already set up your account for your staff discount, please log onto your account before registering for a camp.  If you have not yet set up your account for the University of Utah staff discount, please contact the office to set that up before registering for camp.  You will need a valid UNID ready when you call.

Summer 2025 Classes: June 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th, July 5th

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Parent-Tot Classes

Summer Studio Class - Parent/Tot

The parent-tot classes are a joyful introduction to movement for our youngest dancers and their grown-ups! Our Parent & Tot Dance class is designed for toddlers and their caregivers to explore age-appropriate development in dance, rhythm, coordination, and creative expression. This class is the perfect opportunity to bond, move, and make memories—all while having fun! No dance experience needed, just bring energy and excitement! Come dance, play, and grow together!

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Adaptive Needs Dance

Summer Studio Class – Adaptive Needs Dance

Adaptive Needs Dance classes are for children and young adults who wish to experience the joy of moving and self-expression. These classes include age and ability appropriate technique exercises for the whole body, and the exploration of shape, space, rhythm, and movement qualities. Teachers use literature and other springboard ideas to explore movement. All classes have live accompaniment by experienced musicians.

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Creative Dance Classes

Preschool - 3rd Grade

Summer Studio Classes

Preschool Creative Dance classes focus on the joy of moving and the exploration of creative ideas through movement.  The class includes age-appropriate technique or exercises for the whole body.  It introduces the preschool child to ways to move through space like galloping, skipping, sliding, running, leaping, jumping and hopping.  Dancers explore shape and space, rhythm and songs, qualities of moving, and many forms of literature.  Teachers use preschool curriculum springboards that they creatively weave into the dance class.  All classes have live accompaniment by experienced and engaging musicians.  Children learn to be independent and to interact with a teacher and their peers.

Unleash your child's imagination through movement! Our Creative Dance classes are designed to inspire young dancers with age-appropriate technique and creative springboard ideas to develop movement vocabulary. Each class features live musical accompaniment while students develop coordination, confidence, and a love for movement in a supportive environment. These classes are ideal for children who love to move, this class encourages creativity while building foundational dance skills. No prior experience required—just bring energy and enthusiasm! Join us and watch your child dance, create, and grow!

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Adult Parent Dance Class

Summer Studio Class – Parent Class

Unwind and recharge in this one-hour summer session designed just for parents! While your child enjoys their own dance class, you can move, stretch, and dance in a relaxed and supportive environment. This class combines gentle stretching, light choreography, and joyful movement to improve flexibility, release tension, and leave you feeling energized. No prior dance experience is required—just bring comfortable clothes and a willingness to have fun!

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Ballet Classes

Summer Studio Class - Ballet

This young Primary Ballet I class introduces dancers to the fundamental elements of ballet, focusing predominantly on center work to enhance strength and flexibility. The program will also include beginner barre exercises aimed at building leg strength and basic ballet vocabulary. Key aspects of the training will cover developing musicality, learning to jump, and mastering basic locomotor steps.

Grace, strength, and technique begin here! Our Ballet Level 1/2 class introduces and develops the fundamentals of ballet, focusing on posture, alignment, flexibility, and musicality. Dancers will learn basic positions, movements, and combinations in a supportive and structured environment.  Join us as we take the next step in ballet training with elegance and joy!

Dancers in this Ballet III/IV class will have the opportunity to build upon the foundational techniques established in previous levels, emphasizing more complex musical timing, center patterns, and arm coordination and introductory pointe work will be integrated into barre and center exercises at the instructor's discretion.

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Hip Hop

Summer Studio Class – Hip Hop

Get ready to move, groove, and express yourself! Our Beginning Hip Hop class introduces dancers to the energetic world of hip hop through fun choreography, rhythm exercises, and freestyle movement. Dancers will build confidence, coordination, and musicality while learning the fundamentals of hip hop, including basic footwork, isolations, and dynamic movement. This class is perfect for anyone who loves to dance and have fun! Come join us and bring your own style to the dance floor!

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Acro Dance

Summer Studio Class – Acro Dance

Flip, stretch, and soar in our Acro Dance class! Designed for young movers, this class blends dance and acrobatics, focusing on flexibility, strength, balance, and coordination. Dancers will learn fundamental acro skills such as rolls, cartwheels, bridges, and handstands, all while incorporating fluid dance movements. With a fun and safe approach, students are guided through progressions tailored to their level, helping build confidence and body awareness. Perfect for kids who love to tumble, twist, and dance! Join us and discover the exciting world of Acro Dance!

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Art Classes

Summer Studio Class – Art

The Art FUNdamental classes will offer a fun exploration of the elements of visual art. Students will create individual art pieces each week using a variety of mediums and methods and exploring the work of great masters of art. Students will have the opportunity to create unique artistic expressions with watercolor, pastels, pencil line drawings, and multi-media art.