Dance HB!
Huntington Academy provides affordable dance training in our Dance HB! program. Classes are listed in the HB Sands quarterly and are held at Edison and Murdy Community Centers, City Gym & Pool, and Huntington Academy of Dance.
To register for Dance HB! classes click the links below
or call (714) 847-6657.
Join us for our June recital!
Students enrolled for spring classes through HB Sands are invited to perform in our June recital at the Huntington Beach Library Theater! Enroll now so you don’t miss out!
Ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, and musical theater classes are available for dancers ages 18 months – Adult. Classes are listed in the “Sands” catalog and are divided into quarterly sessions.
TINY TUTU TOTS
Dance develops body awareness, coordination, and rhythm in young tots as they move and groove to the music. Parents will enjoy helping baby improve gross motor skills, plus it’s so much fun to watch baby dance! Dance attire encouraged for tots. Parent participation required.
Ages 1.5-2.5 years
Tuesday 9:30-10:00am at Huntington Academy of Dance
Thursday 9:30-10:00am at Murdy Community Center
BABY BALLERINA & ME
Parents assist dancers in learning basic ballet positions, movements, short dances and more. Both parents and tiny dancers benefit by improving body awareness, coordination and flexibility. A great start for budding ballerinas and fun for parents, too.
Ages 2.5-4 years
Tuesday 10:00-10:45am at Huntington Academy of Dance
BALLET BUDDIES
Learn ballet the fun way with friends, great music, and an enthusiastic instructor. Learn basic ballet positions, jumps, turns, and short dances using French vocabulary. Leotard, tights and ballet slippers encouraged.
Ages 3-5 years
Tuesday 11:00 am-12:00 pm at Huntington Academy of Dance
Thursday 3:00-4:00 pm at City Gym
Saturday 9:15-10:15 am at Edison Community Center
Ages 4-6 years
Monday 3:00-4:00 pm at Murdy Community Center
Saturday 10:15-11:15 am at Edison Community Center
Register here
TAP & BALLET COMBO
If your child takes this class, they will perform dance routines for you at home all the time! This popular class teaches basic positions, movements, and rhythms of ballet and tap.
Ages 3-5 years
Thursday 10:00-11:00am at Murdy Community Center
HIP HOP / JAZZ
Calling all dancers ready to move! This high-energy class combines the rhythms of tap & the creativity of urban moves. Your dancer will be bustin’ a move at home in no time & will learn the basic techniques of Tap and the creativity of Hip Hop each week. This class is fun for boys & girls and parents will love our family-friendly music & movements.
Ages 3-5 years
Thursday 11:00 am – 12:00 pm at Murdy Community Center
HIP HOP
Hip Hop Hooray! Ho! Boys and girls will get their groove on hip hoppin’ to high energy music with funky dance moves! Hip hop introduces students to the rhythmic urban style of popping, locking, and gliding. Parents delight in our family friendly music and movements while kids have a blast and bust-a-move!
Ages 5-7 years
Monday 4:00-5:00pm at Murdy Community Center
Ages 7-12 years
Monday 6:00-7:00pm at Murdy Community Center
MUSICAL THEATER
Enjoy dancing and singing in our musical theater class. You will learn all about dancing, posing, singing, acting, and so many other fun things. Dance attire please!
Ages 7-12 years
Thursday 5:30-6:30pm at Huntington Academy of Dance
YOUTH BALLET
Challenge your child to develop rhythm, strength and coordination the fun way! In ballet class, boys and girls learn positions, jumps, turns, and dances using French vocabulary. Ballet attire required.
Ages 5-7 years
Thursday 4:00-5:00pm at City Gym
Saturday 11:15-12:15pm at Edison Community Center
Ages 6-8 years
Monday 5:00-6:00pm Murdy Community Center
BASIC BALLET
In this class, boys and girls can begin their ballet training and learn all about the basics. Positions, jumps, turns and dances will be introduced using French vocabulary. Ballet attire required.
Ages 8-12 years
Tuesday 4:30-5:30pm at Huntington Academy of Dance
TAP
Bring a friend and learn the basics of tap dancing in this fun class! Students will learn how to keep time and stay in beat with music. Tap dancing is a great way to improve coordination, rhythm, and athletic agility. Boys and girls love making noise with their feet! Dance attire, please.
Ages 7-12 years
Thursday 4:30-5:30pm at Huntington Academy of Dance
ADULT BALLET: BEGINNING
Love the grace and poise of ballet dancers? Looking to improve posture, gain strength, and increase flexibility? Join other beginners in learning a new skill while experienced dancers refine the basics. Wear comfortable clothing and bring an exercise mat or towel.
Ages 13 years +
Monday 10:00-11:00 am at Huntington Academy of Dance
Wednesday 7:30-8:30 pm at Huntington Academy of Dance
Register here
ADULT HIP HOP
You’re invited to our funky urban dance party! You will combine basic hip hop technique & your freestyle while building your endurance & friendships in this beginning class. You will dance your way to a full body workout & listen to stylized rhythmic music. You’ll be “Bustin” a move in no time! See you there!
Ages 18+
Tuesday 5:30-6:30 pm at Huntington Academy of Dance
Register here
ADULT TAP
If learning Tap has been on your Bucket List…now is the time to check it off! Join us for a Beginning Tap class, perfect for anyone ready to try something new and for those wanting to dust off their old tap shoes and return to the dance floor. Tap dancing is fun and a wonderful way to exercise and socialize while learning something new. This class will teach you the basics of tap dance technique, music appreciation, and fun choreography that will have you tapping in no time!
Ages 18+
Beginning 1
Thursday 6:30-7:30 pm at Huntington Academy of Dance
Beginning 2
Thursday 5:30-6:30 pm at Huntington Academy of Dance
Beginning 3
Thursday 7:30-8:30 pm at Huntington Academy of Dance
ADULT FLAMENCO
Enjoy this introduction to classical Spanish music and folkloric dancing. Class will feature rhythms, footwork hand and arm movements, turns and patterns of the beautiful Spanish Flamenco dance style! Beginners welcome. Character shoes and flamenco skirts encouraged. Ole!!
Ages 18+
Wednesday 6:30-7:30 pm at Huntington Academy of Dance
BARRE FITNESS
Barre-inspired workout including cardio, light weights, and muscle sculpting. Class is designed with beginners in mind. Prepare to sweat, tone muscles, and enjoy leaving class feeling like your muscles are elongated like a ballerina.
Ages 18+
Tuesday 9:00-10:00 am at Huntington Academy of Dance
YOGA MONDAY MORNING FLOW
Join us in the studio for a wonderful way to start your week! Flow with fellow beginners and returning yogis – all are welcome! Class will incorporate yoga postures, breathing, and relaxation techniques. Improve balance, mobility, strength, and de-stress. Inhale peace, exhale tension. Bring a yoga mat and a yoga block.
Ages 18+
Monday 9:00-10:00 am at Huntington Academy of Dance
SENIOR BALLET AND STRETCH
Please join us in learning and practicing the beautiful, graceful movements of ballet. An opportunity to improve fitness through fun, working on flexibility, coordination, strength, balance, and healthy, attractive posture. No experience necessary. This class is non-competitive and we become great friends in the process!
Ages 55+
Monday 12:30-1:30 pm at Huntington Academy of Dance
