Dance, Music, Theater

Dance

The Dundee Township Park District dance program has class offerings for 3-18 years & older. Styles of dance range from ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, Latin, musical theater, and pointe. Dance is offered year-round, with new class sessions beginning in the winter, summer, and fall. The winter/spring session includes a dance recital that is typically held in May. We have classes for all abilities and welcome all to come dance with us! All classes will be held in the dance studio at the Rakow Center.

Attire Guidelines

Ballet - Leotard (black in color for level 3 and up), pink tights, and pink ballet shoes. All dancers' hair must be up off their face. Hair must be in a bun for level 2 and up. Ballet skirt or dance shorts optional.

Tap & Jazz - Leotard or form-fitting top, dance shorts, capris, or leggings, and tan tap shoes and tan jazz shoes (used for jazz). Hair up off the face.

Hip Hop - Comfortable clothes that you can move freely in (no jeans) Hip-hop sneaker or gym sneaker. Shoes are for dance class only and cannot be worn outside.

Contemporary - Leotard and tights. Dance shorts, dance pants, or capris may be worn over a leotard. Tan no lace jazz shoes. Hair up off the face.

Musical Theater - Fitted top, dance shorts capris or leggings. Leotard is optional. Tan Jazz shoes. Hair up off the face.

Go to our store on discountdance.com for required class attire. It is not necessary to purchase directly from this website, but the colors of shoes and recommended attire will be shown for your convenience. The website will provide competitive pricing and purchasing convenience.

Note: Ages serve as a guideline only. Dundee Township Park District reserves the right to place dancers in classes suitable to their ability.

Preschool Ballet I 34300

Basic Ballet technique and terms are taught while learning how to stretch, move, and perform. Ballet barre is introduced with center floor and across floor routines. Students need Ballet shoes. Last class, parents are invited for a final performance show.

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#34300-00
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Preschool Ballet I
Rakow Center
Ages between 3 through 4.99
Fees (R/NR)
$57 / $72
4:00-4:45pm
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#34300-01
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Preschool Ballet I
Rakow Center
Ages between 3 through 4.99
Fees (R/NR)
$57 / $72
9:00-9:45am
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#34300-02
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Preschool Ballet I
Rakow Center
Ages between 3 through 4.99
Fees (R/NR)
$57 / $72
6:00-6:45pm

Kinder Ballet 34302

This class will emphasize beginning ballet techniques and positions. Creative routines and form at the ballet barre will be taught.

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#34302-00
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Kinder Ballet
Rakow Center
Ages between 5 through 6.99
Fees (R/NR)
$57 / $72
11:00-11:45am

Ballet I 34303

Ballet is a base for all dance forms that instills grace and coordination. This class will include proper placement, barre work, and center work.

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#34303-00
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Ballet I
Rakow Center
Ages between 6 through 9.99
Fees (R/NR)
$57 / $72
4:30-5:15pm

Preschool Tap & Jazz 34311

This class encompasses stretch, movement, and rhythmic dance within a group. Ballet shoes are worn for the stretching/movement portion of class. Young ones will be introduced to wearing tap shoes with rhythmic music to tap a beat with their feet. children will be encouraged to remove ballet slipper and replace with tap shoes on their own.

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Preschool Tap & Jazz
Rakow Center
Ages between 3 through 4.99
Fees (R/NR)
$57 / $72
5:00-5:45pm

Hip Hop I 34315

Learn age-appropriate dance moves to upbeat music with an emphasis on rhythm and attitude.

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#34315-00
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Hip Hop I
Rakow Center
Ages 6- 9 years old
Fees (R/NR)
$57 / $72
5:30-6:15pm
#34315-01
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Hip Hop I
Rakow Center
Ages between 6 through 9.99
Fees (R/NR)
$41 / $61
5:30-6:30pm

Mini Jazz 34322

Learn fun choreography to upbeat music, as well as basic to intermediate leaps, turns, and jumps. A perfect class for those who just like to dance. Prior experience dancing is helpful but not required.

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#34322-00
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Mini Jazz
Rakow Center
Ages between 4 through 6.99
Fees (R/NR)
$57 / $72
10:00-10:45am

Pre Pointe 34304

An introduction to Pointe. Readiness for Pointe work is determined by each student's strength and physical development, not by age. Instructors will notify parents and students when they have the necessary strength and maturity to go on to Pointe. Students should also be enrolled in Ballet II or III.

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#34304-00
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Pre Pointe
Rakow Center
Ages between 8 through 18.99
Fees (R/NR)
$18 / $33
6:00-6:15pm

Contemporary 34307

A style of expressive dance combined with classical, jazz, and modern elements to connect the mind and body through movement. The student must be enrolled in a ballet class as well.

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Contemporary II
Rakow Center
Ages between 9 - 12.99 years
Fees (R/NR)
$62 / $77
5:15-6:15pm
#34307-02
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Contemporary III
Rakow Center
Ages between 11 through 18.99
Fees (R/NR)
$62 / $77
6:15-7:15pm

Pointe 34309

This class will include barre exercises, across the floor combination, and center work. Students must have prior ballet experience and be enrolled in Ballet III.

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#34309-00
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Pointe I
Rakow Center
Ages between 12 through 18.99
Fees (R/NR)
$30 / $45
7:30-8:00pm

Ballet II 34310

Proper placement and control to execute ballet moves will be included. Students will also focus on strength and flexibility. More intricate jumps and turns will be introduced.

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#34310-00
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Ballet II
Rakow Center
Ages between 9 through 12.99
Fees (R/NR)
$62 / $77
5:00-6:00pm

Ballet III 34312

Redefining technique, the quality of movement, and perfecting skills will all be included in this class. Instructor approval required.

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#34312-00
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Ballet III
Rakow Center
Ages between 12 through 18.99
Fees (R/NR)
$65 / $80
6:15-7:30pm

Turns and Jumps Camp 34331

Concentration will be on the technical aspect of leaping, jumping, and turning while focusing on weight and direction changes. Dancers will strive for the development of balance, strength, elevation, and body alignment.

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#34331-00
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Stretch, Strength, Turns and Jumps Camp
Rakow Center
Ages between 10 through 18.99
Fees (R/NR)
$62 / $77
5:15-6:15pm

Hip Hop II 34316

Join us in dancing to upbeat music! While emphasizing on rhythm and attitude, dancers will be encouraged to give ideas on choreographing.

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Hip Hop II
Rakow Center
Ages between 9 through 13.99
Fees (R/NR)
$41 / $61
6:35-7:35pm
#34316-00
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Hip Hop II
Rakow Center
Ages 9 - 13 years old
Fees (R/NR)
$57 / $72
6:15-7:00pm

Adult Ballet 34323

This class is good for the beginner through the experienced dancer. Dancers can work at their own pace. Come for fun! Come for exercise!

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#34323-00
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Adult Ballet
Rakow Center
Ages between 16 through 99
Fees (R/NR)
$62 / $77
7:00-8:00pm

Adult Tap 34326

This tap class goes deeper into the detail of footwork and rhythm combinations while still focusing on the technique behind the work. Participants will learn routines in a fun atmosphere.

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Adult Tap
Rakow Center
Ages between 18 through 99
Fees (R/NR)
$21 / $21
11:00-11:50am
#34326-00
Available
Adult Tap
Rakow Center
Ages between 18 through 99
Fees (R/NR)
$21 / $21
11:00-11:50am

Music

Dundee Township Park District offers group and private music classes. We offer piano and violin classes.

Kid Rock I with parent 24171

This interactive class has everyone on their feet! We all learn together while engaging in active, creative, music-based activities, while using rhythm instruments and movement props. All class procedures are designed to keep staff and students safe. Activities are age appropriate by class and include songs and rhymes, rhythm and coordination, fine and gross motor, imagination and sensory, listening and following directions skills. Sing, dance, play, learn and imagine with us! www.rockitkids.com CONTRACTUAL

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#24171-00
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Kid Rock I with parent
Rakow Center
Ages between 2 through 2.99 with parents
Fees (R/NR)
$85 / $105
10:20-11:00am

Kid Rock II without parent 24172

This interactive class has everyone on their feet! We all learn together while engaging in active, creative, music-based activities, while using rhythm instruments and movement props. All class procedures are designed to keep staff and students safe. Activities are age appropriate by class and include songs and rhymes, rhythm and coordination, fine and gross motor, imagination and sensory, listening and following directions skills. Sing, dance, play, learn and imagine with us! www.rockitkids.com CONTRACTUAL

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Kid Rock II without parent
Rakow Center
Ages between 3 through 5.99
Fees (R/NR)
$85 / $105
11:10-11:50am

Family Music for Toddlers 34245

Cultivate your child's musical development through songs, rhythm and tonal patterns, drumming, poetry, movement activities, listening games and instruments! Songs and dances explore the seasons and nature, reminding children that music is all around us! CONTRACTUAL

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#34245-00
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Family Music for Toddlers/Preschoolers
The Lennard Music Hall
Ages 3 - 5 years with parent
Fees (R/NR)
$50 / $70
11:00-11:30am
#34245-01
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Family Music for Toddlers/Preschoolers
The Lennard Music Hall
Ages 3 - 5.99 years with parent
Fees (R/NR)
$50 / $70
11:00-11:30am

Violin Lessons 24240

The Martin Lopez Academy provides professional group violin instructions to children from 3 to 18 years old. Instruction focuses on confidence, discipline, hand eye coordination, concentration, memory, tone, and offers a fun, well-rounded and in-depth learning experience. Our teaching method introduces the violin to young children from the first lesson. Violin rentals are available at $25/month. www.themartinlopezacademy.com CONTRACTUAL

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Violin Lessons-Private Intermediate & Advanced
Rakow Center
Ages between 11 through 14.99
Fees (R/NR)
$344 / $364
3:00-7:30pm
#24240-00
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Violin Lessons- Group
Rakow Center
Ages between 3 through 18.99
Fees (R/NR)
$215 / $235
3:00-7:30pm
#24240-01
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Violin Lessons- Private Beginners
Rakow Center
Ages between 3 through 18.99
Fees (R/NR)
$258 / $278
3:00-7:30pm

Violin Lessons 34240

Instruction focuses on confidence, discipline, hand-eye coordination, concentration, memory, tone, and offers a fun, well-rounded and in-depth learning experience. Our teaching method introduces the violin to young children from the first lesson. Violin rentals are available at $25/month. Lesson can be private also for the higher fee. Time slots for lessons will be assigned after enrollment. Ages 3 - 6 years parent must be present. www.themartinlopezacademy.com CONTRACTUAL

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Violin Lessons- Group
Rakow Center
Ages between 3 through 18.99
Fees (R/NR)
$215 / $235
3:00-7:30pm
#34240-01
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Violin Lessons- Group
Rakow Center
Ages between 3 through 18.99
Fees (R/NR)
$215 / $235
3:00-7:30pm
#34240-02
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Violin Lessons- Private Beginner
Rakow Center
Ages between 3 through 18.99
Fees (R/NR)
$260 / $280
3:00-7:30pm
#34240-06
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Violin Lessons- Private Advanced
Rakow Center
Ages between 3 through 18.99
Fees (R/NR)
$345 / $365
3:00-7:30pm
#34240-07
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Violin Lessons- Private Advanced
Rakow Center
Ages between 3 through 18.99
Fees (R/NR)
$345 / $365
3:00-7:30pm
#34240-04
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Violin Lessons- Private Intermediate
Rakow Center
Ages between 3 through 18.99
Fees (R/NR)
$300 / $320
3:00-7:30pm
#34240-05
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Violin Lessons- Private Intermediate
Rakow Center
Ages between 3 through 18.99
Fees (R/NR)
$300 / $320
3:00-7:30pm
#34240-03
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Violin Lessons- Private Beginner
Rakow Center
Ages between 3 through 18.99
Fees (R/NR)
$260 / $280
3:00-7:30pm

Theater

Performances are held at the Adult Activities Center (665 Barrington Ave., Carpentersville) unless otherwise noted. All tickets are available for purchase at the Rakow Center.

For more information, please contact:
Stacey Teeple, Recreation Supervisor | (847) 428-7131 x1203 | steeple@dtpd.org

Youth Theater Camp 34280

This is the GREATEST camp! Join us for a week-long musical theater camp inspired by The Greatest Showman. Students will have a blast in this circus-themed adventure as they learn musical choreography from the hit film. They will develop their musical theater skills, and the camp will end with a showcase on Friday. Please note: this class will be held outdoors at the Randall Oaks Park back shelter. Please bring a water bottle and snack for your child, these items will not be provided. Information about a performance will be sent out the week of the camp.

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Youth Theater Camp- Greatest Showman!
Randall Oaks Park
Ages 6 to 13 years old
Fees (R/NR)
$143 / $163
9:00-12:00pm