Dance
Want to get moving and always wanted to learn to dance? Try one of our dance programs for adults! Great for beginners, these programs are a great opportunity to be social and have fun on the dance floor.
Adult Dance
$90 Discounted for residents
$100 Regular fee for non-residents
Elevate your dance journey with our adult ballet and lyrical class, tailored to both those with some experience and those brand new to dance. Refine your technique, express emotions through movement, and embrace the artistry of both ballet and lyrical. Please wear ballet slippers or lyrical shoes.
Mondays, 7:30-8:15pm
Session 1: January 8 – March 11, 2024 (no classes Jan 15 and Feb 19)
Session 2: March 18 – May 20, 2024 (no classes March 25 or April 15)
SLPR Dance Studio, 404 Ellen St, inside the World of Wonder building
Dancing Date Night®: Valentine Edition
$48/couple Discounted for residents,
$58/couple Regular fee for non-residents
Love is in the air! Looking for a special way to celebrate Valentine’s Day? Grab your significant other and join us for a romantic evening, slow dancing the night away in the arms of the one you love. In this beginner’s class, we’ll ease into the basics, then you’ll learn how to dip, twirl and dance an easy-to-learn combination of beautiful moves. Absolutely no experience necessary. Just break out your favorite smooth-soled shoes and join us for a memorable night of fun on the dance floor! Instructed by Leigh and Rich of Upbeat Dance Studio
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
7:00- 8:40pm
Fenton Community & Cultural Center
Instructed by Leigh & Rich of Upbeat Dance Studio
Wedding Dance Made Easy – One Evening Workshop
$48/couple Discounted for residents,
$58/couple Regular fee for non-residents
Let’s turn that High School prom sway into a fabulous first dance! Whether you’re the bride and groom, the parents of that special couple or a guest at the wedding, this one evening crash-course will prepare you for a magical evening on the reception dance floor without the difficult steps. Learn to dip, twirl and dance an easy-to-follow combination of beautiful moves, while creating a picture-perfect moment to cherish forever. Wedding shoes or smooth soled shoes are preferred. If you have your first dance song picked out, please email the song name to leigh@upbeatdancestudio.com
Thursday, April 18, 2024
7:00 -8:40 pm
Fenton Community & Cultural Center
Instructed by Leigh & Rich of Upbeat Dance Studio
Min/Max: 3 couples/20 couples
Social Dancing for Adults 1: Beginner Series (Swing, Ballroom & Latin)
Ready to dance like you’ve always wanted? Learn your way around the ballroom with an elegant Waltz, heat up the floor with stylish Latin moves, and take your partner for a spin with energetic Swing Dancing. This casual class is designed with the absolute beginner in mind and is taught at a pace you’ll feel comfortable and confident with. Bring a friend or two, break out your favorite smooth sole shoes and join us for a fun and friendly evening out on the social dance floor!
FULL SERIES: Thursdays, 6:00-6:50pm, 2/1–3/7/24
Full series for $99/couple discounted for residents,
$109/couple regular fee for non-residents
OR INDIVIDUAL GENRE NIGHTS:
Individual nights for $24/couple discounted for residents,
$34/couple regular fee for non-residents
- Ballroom Night (2/1 only) 6:00-6:50pm
- Swing Night (2/15 only) 6:00-6:50pm
- Latin Night (2/29 only) 6:00-6:50pm
Fenton Community & Cultural Center
Instructed by Leigh & Rich of Upbeat Dance Studio
Social Dancing For Adults 2: Beginner & Beyond (West Coast Swing)
$99 Discounted for residents
$109 Regular fee for non-residents
Ready to connect with your partner on a whole new level? In this class, you’ll get a chance to let loose and get into your groove with West Coast Swing, which is one of the most casual and versatile styles of partner dancing. You’ll learn smooth moves, spins and variations that can be danced to a wide variety of music, from pop and country, to R&B and hip hop. Each class will start with simple steps for beginners, then gradually progress making it the perfect learning environment for beginners and beyond. Bring a friend or two, dress comfortably with your favorite smooth sole shoes, and join us for a night of fun on the dance floor!
Thursdays, 7:00-7:50pm
2/1–3/7/24
Fenton Community & Cultural Center
Instructed by Leigh & Rich of Upbeat Dance Studio
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Adaptive Recreation
Adaptive Soccer Fun “ASF”
$50 Discounted for residents,
$60 Regular fee for non-residents
Ages 5 thru Adult
This soccer club is a special needs soccer program aimed at people ages 5 through adults who want to play soccer but are unable to participate in mainstream programs. The 8-week section features clinic-like sections that focus on conditioning, basic skills, rules of the game and most importantly, having fun. Parents and families are encouraged to participate by either cheering on the sidelines or occasionally taking the field to scrimmage, as they desire.
Lasting friendships have been developed between the players and families from Linden, Fenton, Swartz Creek, Davison, Grand Blanc, and more. This club has been invited to play at special events at local high schools and universities. The team is run by long-time Coach Jerry Davis with assistance from a crew of “Buddies” who help on the field. Most events will be on Saturday morning from 10:30 am to noon starting on Saturday, April 20. There will be a total of 10 events with the projected last event being Saturday, June 1.
Saturdays, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
April 20-June 1, 2024
Fenton High School Soccer Practice Field
Needing Friendly Faces
Calling all volunteers looking to join our crew of buddies. Volunteers will help cheer on and work with our soccer participants. If you would like to join our Adaptive Soccer Fun team, please contact us at contact_us@slpr.net
