What Makes Us Different? We host two recitals each year… a spring recital and a holiday recital!
With an oak floor and mirrored dance room, the Dance Connection at Patti’s is perfect for children ages 2 – 18. Every dancer gets individual attention and training with custom class schedules created by experienced instructors. Best of all, we are a dance recital school. We have a recital in the spring and another one at Christmas!
The tuition shown below is based on one class per week. A $39 annual family membership fee is due at the time of enrollment. There is a 15% discount for siblings or multiple classes.
UNLIMITED DANCE – $349 per child when enrolled in 4 or more dance classes plus… 50% off a gymnastics class! Or $424 per family when enrolled in 4 or more dance classes plus… 50% off a gymnastics class! *No make-ups given for unlimited dancers. Please call the office at 219-865-2274 to arrange payment.
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Class Descriptions
Dance Combo (Ages 5-11)
55 Min / $123
Dance Combo is a fun and engaging class designed for young dancers to explore multiple styles of dance in one session! Perfect for beginners or those looking to build a strong foundation, this class typically combines two or more styles such as ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop or poms.
Students will learn basic technique, rhythm, coordination, and performance skills in an upbeat and supportive environment. With a blend of structure and creativity, Dance Combo classes help develop confidence, musicality, and a love for dance.
Ballet/Tap/Jazz -This class introduces dancers to ballet, jazz, and tap with 20 minutes each of ballet and jazz, and 15 minutes of tap. It’s a great way for kids to explore three styles in one fun and engaging class.
Tap/Jazz – A lively combo class that focuses on basic tap steps and jazz progressions. Perfect for dancers who enjoy rhythm and upbeat movement.
Ballet/Lyrical – This class blends ballet technique with the expressive style of lyrical dance. Dancers build strength and grace while learning to move with emotion and imagination.
Hip Hop Poms– A fun, high-energy class that mixes hip hop dance with pom motions and formations. Dancers learn to move with precision, rhythm, and lots of spirit to popular music.
Pre-Qualifications:
Ballet/Tap/Jazz – Ages 4 -6 years old
Tap/Jazz – Ages 5-7 years old
Ballet/Lyrical and Hip Hop Poms – Ages 6- 10 years old.
Apparelfor Ballet/Tap/Jazz – Black tank leotard, pink tights, pink skirt, pink ballet shoes, and black tap shoes purchased at Patti’s.
Apparel for Tap/Jazz – Black Tank Leotard, Black shorts, and Jazz shoes purchased at Patti’s.
Apparel for Ballet/Lyrical – Black tank leotard, pink tights, black skirt, and pink ballet shoes purchased at Patti’s.
Apparel for Hip Hop Poms – Black Tank Leotard, Black shorts, and Jazz shoes purchased at Patti’s.
(Beginner & Advanced Beginner) Ages: 7 & up Beginner ballet includes work at the barre, across the floor, and center work. It involves the five basic positions of feet and arms, along with various turns, jumps, etc. This class is great for children to learn the discipline that dancers have in a fun and exciting way. The child will learn how to work well with others and improve fine and gross motor skills, such as hand-eye coordination while building strength and flexibility.
(Intermediate) Ages: 9 & up For a dancer with at least two years of training, the class will incorporate work at the barre, across the floor, and center work. It involves the five basic positions of feet and arms, along with various turns, jumps, etc. In this class there will be the addition of working with combinations, adagio work, as well as large jumps and beats. The dancer will benefit greatly from this class while building strength and flexibility.
(Advanced) Ages: 13 & up This class is designed for a dancer with at least 5 years of training. The class includes intricate combinations and variations as well as technical barre work. The dancer will benefit greatly from this class while building strength and flexibility.
Apparel – Black tank leotard, pink tights, black wrap skirt. Pink leather split-sole shoes will be an additional fee and ordered through Miss Robin.
Our Dance & Gymnastics Combo Class is the perfect introduction for young movers to explore both the expressive world of dance and the exciting fundamentals of gymnastics—all in one fun-filled class!
Students will build coordination, flexibility, balance, and strength through basic gymnastics skillssuch as rolls, cartwheels, handstands, and beginner tumbling. They’ll also discover rhythm, musicality, and creative movement through introductory dance styles including ballet and jazz.
This combo class promotes confidence, body awareness, and teamwork in a supportive, high-energy environment. It’s ideal for children who love to move, jump, twirl, and tumble!
(Beginner) Ages: 7 and up This class is designed for the beginning jazz dancer. Following the warm-up the students will go on to work on their progressions across the floor, and combinations in the center of the room. The students will focus on body movements, character development, and isolation, using today’s popular modern steps. The child will learn how to work well with others and improve fine and gross motor skills, such as hand-eye coordination while building strength and flexibility.
(Intermediate) Ages: 9 yrs. and up This class is designed for the intermediate jazz dancer with at least 2 years of experience. Following the warm-up, the students will go on to work on their progressions across the floor, and combinations in the center of the room. The students will focus on body movements, character development, and isolation, using today’s popular modern steps. In this class, the teacher will also add leaps and technical turns to the curriculum. This is a great class to build strength and flexibility.
(Advanced) Ages: 13 and up This class is designed for the advanced jazz dancer with at least 5 years of dance experience. Following the warm-up the students will go on to work on their progressions across the floor, and combinations in the center of the room. The students will focus on body movements, character development, and isolation, using today’s popular modern steps. In this class the teacher will also add leaps and technical turns to the curriculum along with all major areas of jazz, including funk, modern, and technical jazz.
Pre-Qualifications- Students will be placed in the appropriate level by the instructor and according to ability.
Apparel – Black tank leotard, black jazz shorts, tan transition tights, and split-sole Gore boot purchased at Patti’s.
This class will concentrate on strength-building and technical aspects of various leaps and turns. The student develops balance, strength, elevation, and body alignment. Your child will learn with step-by-step instructions that will produce outstanding leaps and turns. This is an excellent class for dancers who want to advance their skills.
Students will be placed in the appropriate level by the instructor according to ability. This class is for dancers who are already on pointe. They will focus on strength, relevé, extension, and development of the foot and leg.
Pre-Qualifications- Students must be 13 years of age, have teacher approval, and be enrolled in a ballet class. Placement for the appropriate level is determined by the instructor and according to ability.
Apparel – Black tank leotard, pink tights, black wrap skirt purchased at Patti’s, and pink pointe shoes
This class is designed for any student interested in what one may call “music video” dance. Hip-Hop is a combination of jazz and funk combined with the technique called the pop-and-lock. Unlike jazz classes, however, hip-hop does not concentrate on leaps and turns, but rather on technical tricks. They dance to contemporary hip-hop, pop, and dance music. The entry-level will depend on the dance experience of the student. Move-ups to the next level will only be done by the instructor.
Lyrical class is a soft, flowing form of dance combining ballet, jazz, modern, emotion, and imagination. Lyrical is a newer form of dance that is becoming more popular because of its stage appeal and soothing quality. This class is for dancers transitioning from preschool to-school-age classes.
A school-age class for dancers who want to learn Pom technique. Leaps, turns, strong motions, jumps, and combinations while working with super fun poms!
Description: This innovative dance class combines Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, and Lyrical. This is an excellent introduction to the world of dance, enabling the children to experience a variety of dances in one class. (No Make-ups -No Sibling Discounts)
