Intro to Dance

Intro to Dance

A fun and engaging introduction to the world of dance! This class blends creative movement with the basics of rhythm, balance, and coordination to help dancers build confidence and body awareness. Through imaginative activities and age-appropriate choreography, students explore different dance styles in a positive and encouraging atmosphere.

Perfect for beginners who are just discovering their love for dance!


Focus Areas: Creativity • Coordination • Musicality • Confidence • Expression
Attire: Comfortable dancewear or leotard, ballet or jazz shoes

Intro to Dance: (Ages 6-9)

West Boise YMCA & Boise City Aquatics Center
11/6/25 - 12/18/25
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This program introduces children to the art of dance in a fun, expressive environment with the goal of setting a strong foundation of dance fundamentals!  They will learn basic dance techniques and movements through a variety of dance styles including ballet, jazz, and hip-hop. Instructors will teach and review dance terms to help build the children’s vocabulary and understanding of each movement.

 

Questions?  Please call (208) 377-9622 EXT. 431 or email Youth Coordinator


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
3/3/25 1/1/27 Online / Front Desk $ 30.00$ 70.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Special Rate
11/06/25 - 11/20/25
November Class - Th - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
$23 - $70 Register  
12/04/25 - 12/18/25
December Class - Th - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
$23 - $70 Register  

Intro to Dance | 3-5yrs

Caldwell YMCA
11/3/25 - 12/22/25
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Ages: 3-5 | Class Duration: 40-minutes | Location: Yoga Room (2nd level across from Weight Training Floor)

This program introduces children to the art of dance in a fun, expressive environment with the goal of setting a strong foundation of dance fundamentals!  They will learn basic dance techniques and movements through a variety of dance styles including ballet, jazz, and hip-hop. Instructors will teach and review dance terms to help build the children’s vocabulary and understanding of each movement. Each class will end in free creative dance time for the children to practice what they learned, connect with their peers, and build confidence in self-expression!


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
5/14/25 12/31/25 Online / Front Desk $ 30.00$ 70.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Special Rate
11/03/25 - 11/24/25
November - Mo - 4:00 pm - 4:40 pm
$30 - $70
Registration
Closed on
11/10/2025
12/01/25 - 12/22/25
December - Mo - 4:00 pm - 4:40 pm
$30 - $70 Register  
Closes
12/08/2025

Intro to Dance | 6-9yrs

Caldwell YMCA
11/3/25 - 12/22/25
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Ages: 6-9 | Class Duration: 40-minutes | Location: Yoga Room (2nd level across from Weight Training Floor)

This program introduces children to the art of dance in a fun, expressive environment with the goal of setting a strong foundation of dance fundamentals!  They will learn basic dance techniques and movements through a variety of dance styles including ballet, jazz, and hip-hop. Instructors will teach and review dance terms to help build the children’s vocabulary and understanding of each movement. Each class will end in free creative dance time for the children to practice what they learned, connect with their peers, and build confidence in self-expression!


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
5/14/25 12/31/25 Online / Front Desk $ 30.00$ 70.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Special Rate
11/03/25 - 11/24/25
November - Mo - 4:50 pm - 5:30 pm
$30 - $70
Registration
Closed on
11/10/2025
12/01/25 - 12/22/25
December - Mo - 4:50 pm - 5:30 pm
$30 - $70 Register  
Closes
12/08/2025

Littles Dance (Ages 3-4)

West Boise YMCA & Boise City Aquatics Center
11/4/25 - 12/16/25
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This fun and energetic class introduces little ones to a variety of dance styles—like ballet, jazz, hip-hop, and creative movement. Each week brings new music, games, and routines to help kids build coordination and confidence while having a blast!

 

Questions?  Call us at (208) 377-9622 ext. 431 or email Youth Coordinator 


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
5/28/25 12/31/25 Online / Front Desk $ 30.00$ 70.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
11/04/25 - 11/25/25
November Littles Dance - Tu - 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm
Register  
12/02/25 - 12/16/25
December Littles Dance - Tu - 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm
Register  

THRIVE GrooveAbility (5-14 yrs)

Tomlinson South Meridian YMCA
10/30/25 - 4/25/26
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Participants will learn body awareness, balance, dance moves, meet new friends, and have an extremely fun time! Parents are welcome to drop off the participant. Financial Assistance is available!  Please contact [email protected] for any questions.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
1/13/22 1/14/26 Online / Front Desk $ 30.00$ 70.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Special Rate
10/30/25 - 11/20/25
November - Th - 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
$30 - $70
Registration
Closed on
11/06/2025
11/01/25 - 11/22/25
November - Sa - 10:00 am - 11:00 am
$30 - $70
Registration
Closed on
11/08/2025
01/08/26 - 01/29/26
Th - 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
$30 - $70 Register  
Closes
01/15/2026
01/10/26 - 01/31/26
Sa - 10:00 am - 11:00 am
$30 - $70 Register  
Closes
01/17/2026
02/05/26 - 02/26/26
Th - 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
$30 - $70 Register  
Closes
02/12/2026
02/07/26 - 02/28/26
Sa - 10:00 am - 11:00 am
$30 - $70 Register  
Closes
02/14/2026
03/05/26 - 03/26/26
Th - 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
$30 - $70 Register  
Closes
03/12/2026
03/07/26 - 03/28/26
Sa - 10:00 am - 11:00 am
$30 - $70 Register  
Closes
03/14/2026
04/02/26 - 04/23/26
Th - 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
$30 - $70 Register  
Closes
04/09/2026
04/04/26 - 04/25/26
Sa - 10:00 am - 11:00 am
$30 - $70 Register  
Closes
04/11/2026

THRIVE GrooveAbility (Teens and Adults)

Tomlinson South Meridian YMCA
10/30/25 - 4/25/26
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Participants will learn body awareness, balance, dance moves, meet new friends, and have fun!  Parents/Guardians are welcome to drop off the participant. Financial Assistance is available! Please contact [email protected] for any questions.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
11/6/23 12/31/25 Online / Front Desk $ 30.00$ 70.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Special Rate
10/30/25 - 11/20/25
November - Th - 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
$30 - $70
Registration
Closed on
10/26/2025
11/01/25 - 11/22/25
November - Sa - 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
$30 - $70
Registration
Closed on
10/28/2025
01/08/26 - 01/29/26
Th - 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
$30 - $70 Register  
Closes
01/04/2026
01/10/26 - 01/31/26
Sa - 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
$30 - $70 Register  
Closes
01/06/2026
02/05/26 - 02/26/26
Th - 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
$30 - $70 Register  
Closes
02/01/2026
02/07/26 - 02/28/26
Sa - 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
$30 - $70 Register  
Closes
02/03/2026
03/05/26 - 03/26/26
Th - 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
$30 - $70 Register  
Closes
03/01/2026
03/07/26 - 03/28/26
Sa - 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
$30 - $70 Register  
Closes
03/03/2026
04/02/26 - 04/23/26
Th - 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
$30 - $70 Register  
Closes
03/29/2026
04/04/26 - 04/25/26
Sa - 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
$30 - $70 Register  
Closes
03/31/2026