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,
or call (714) 847-6657 for assistance.
Dance HB! classes
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.
Our wildly popular summer camps held in July and August include Fairy Tale Dance Camp, Super Star Dance Camp, and Musical Theater Camp. Register early for camps – they will sell out!
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 Register here
Thursday 9:30-10:00am at Murdy Community Center Register here
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 Register here
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 11:00am-12:00pm at Huntington Academy of Dance Register here
Thursday 3:00-4:00pm at City Gym Register here
Saturday 9:00-10:00am at Edison Community Center Register here
Ages 4-6 years
Monday 3:00-4:00pm at Murdy Community Center Register here
Saturday 10:00-11:00am at Edison Community Center Register here
BALLET/TAP
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 Register here
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 Register here
Ages 7-12 years
Monday 6:00-7:00pm at Murdy Community Center Register here
HIP HOP / JAZZ
Ages 4-6 years
Thursday 11:00 am – 12:00 pm at Murdy Community Center Register here
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 Register here
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 Register here
Ages 6-8 years
Monday 5:00-6:00pm Murdy Community Center Register here
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 Register here
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
Wednesday 4:30-5:30pm at Huntington Academy of Dance Register here
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
Wednesday 7:30-8:30pm at Huntington Academy of Dance Register here
ADULT HIP HOP
Ages 18+
Tuesday 5:30 – 6:30pm at Huntington Academy of Dance Register here
ADULT FLAMENCO
Ages 18+ years
Wednesday 6:30 – 7:30pm 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 your list! 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 a fun and 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!
Beginning 1, Ages 18+ years
Thursday 6:30 – 7:30pm at Huntington Academy of Dance Register here
Beginning 2 (returning students), Ages 18+ years
Thursday 7:30 – 8:30pm at Huntington Academy of Dance Register here
SENIOR BALLET AND BALLET STRETCHING
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, endurance, and healthy, attractive posture. No experience necessary. This class is non-competitive and we become great friends in the process!
Ages 50+
Mondays 12:30-1:30pm at Huntington Academy of Dance Register here
