September 10-May 24
Classes & Workshops for Kids and Teens are curriculum-based classes geared toward strengthening the dancer’s technique and developing artistic skills. These fun-filled classes are offered in ballet, jazz, hip hop, tap, Modern/Contemporary. There are no prerequisite classes or minimum class requirements; however, students are placed according to both age and ability.
Steps Youth Programs’ Ballet Core Program
Are you ready to achieve your personal best in ballet training? The Ballet Core Program is ideal for students with the potential to train at a higher level and who desire a strong foundation. Designed for ages 10-13, the curriculum consists of classical ballet class supplemented by cross training techniques and pointe preparation.
Emphasis is on developing flexibility, correct alignment, and strengthening the legs, feet, and body core while improving balance and port de bras. Taught by Steps Youth Programs’ Pre- Professional faculty, this program prepares dedicated students for more rigorous ballet training.
A basic understanding of ballet vocabulary is recommended.
Ages 6-10 yrs.
BOYS ONLY
Schedule & Dress Code
Schedule
Recommended Dress
Boys
White dance t-shirt, black shorts or pants, Bare feet
Dress code items may be purchased at any Steps Youth Programs Preferred Vendor location
Ages 6-18 yrs.
BALLET
Schedule & Dress Code
Schedule
| DAY |
TIME |
FACULTY |
| BASIC BALLET (age 6) |
| Tue |
4:00-5:00pm |
K. Martin-Lohiya |
| Wed |
4:30-5:30pm |
M. Chapman |
| Sat |
9:30-10:30am |
A. Temple Kemezis |
| PRE-PREP BALLET (ages 6-8) |
| Wed |
5:30-6:30pm |
G. Gunther |
| BALLET 1 (ages 7-9) |
| Tue |
4:00-5:00pm |
S. Cobb |
| Sat |
10:30-11:30am |
B. Briones |
| Sun |
10:30-11:30am |
L. Supan |
| PRE-TEEN BALLET 1 (ages 10-12) |
| Wed |
5:30-6:30pm |
M. Carpenter |
| Sat |
9:30-10:30am |
B. Briones |
| PRE-TEEN BALLET 2 (ages 10-12) |
| Thu |
5:45-6:45pm |
* B. Briones |
| Sun |
11:30am-12:30pm* |
L. Supan |
| PRE-TEEN BALLET 3 (ages 10-12) |
| Wed |
6:30-7:30pm* |
G. Gunther |
| TEEN INTRO BALLET (ages 13-18) |
| Tue |
5:00-6:00pm* |
S. Cobb |
| Sat |
11:30am-12:30pm |
B. Briones |
| ADV BEG TEEN BALLET (ages 13-18) |
| Sun |
12:30-1:30pm* |
L. Supan |
| BALLET CORE (ages 10-13) |
This program, which consists of two classes, is ideal for students with the potential to train at a higher level and who desire a
strong foundation. |
| Tue |
6:00-8:00pm* |
A. Temple Kemezis |
* Audition/Trial Required
Recommended Dress
Girls
Basic Ballet
Garnet leotard, Pink convertible tights, Pink ballet slippers
Ballet 1
Royal blue leotard, Pink convertible tights, Pink ballet slippers
Pre-Teen Ballet
Hunter green leotard, Pink convertible tights, Pink ballet slippers
Teen Ballet 1 – Advanced
Black leotard, Pink convertible tights, Pink ballet slippers
Boys
White dance shirt, Black tights, White socks, white ballet shoes
Dress code items may be purchased at any Steps Youth Programs Preferred Vendor location
Ages 7-18 yrs.
JAZZ
Schedule & Dress Code
Schedule
| DAY |
TIME |
FACULTY |
| BEG BROADWAY BOUND JAZZ (ages 7-9) |
| Fri |
4:00-5:00pm |
L. Harvie |
| JAZZ 1 (ages 7-9) |
| Mon |
4:00-5:00pm |
L. Harvie |
| PRE-TEEN JAZZ 1 (ages 10-12) |
| Tue |
6:00-7:00pm |
M. Matuszak |
| Sat |
10:00-11:00am |
I. Gerson |
| PRE-TEEN JAZZ 2 (ages 10-12) |
| Mon |
6:30-7:30pm* |
I. Gerson |
| Sat |
11:00am-12:00pm* |
I. Gerson |
| INT CONTEMPORARY JAZZ (ages 10-12) |
| Mon |
5:00-6:00pm* |
L. Harvie |
| TEEN INTRO JAZZ (ages 13-18) |
| Tue |
7:00-8:00pm |
M. Matuszak |
| INT TEEN JAZZ (ages 13-18) |
| Mon |
7:30-8:30pm |
I. Gerson |
| INT/ADV TEEN THEATER JAZZ (ages 13-18) |
| Wed |
4:30-5:30pm* |
D. Roshe |
* Audition/Trial Required
Recommended Dress
Girls
Black leotard, Black jazz pants or tights, Black jazz shoes with suede soles
Boys
White dance t-shirt, Black shorts or jazz pants, White socks; black jazz shoes with suede soles
Dress code items may be purchased at any Steps Youth Programs Preferred Vendor location
Ages 6-18 yrs.
HIP HOP
Schedule & Dress Code
Schedule
* Audition/Trial Required
Recommended Dress
Girls
Loose clothing/no graphics, no jeans, Clean sneakers
Boys
Loose clothing/ no graphics, no jeans, Clean sneakers
Dress code items may be purchased at any Steps Youth Programs Preferred Vendor location
Ages 6-18 yrs.
TAP
Schedule & Dress Code
Schedule
* Audition/Trial Required
Recommended Dress
Girls
Black leotard, Black jazz pants or tights, Black socks, Black tap shoes
Boys
White dance t-shirt, Black shorts or jazz pants, White socks; black tap shoes
Dress code items may be purchased at any Steps Youth Programs Preferred Vendor location
Ages 13-18 yrs.
MODERN/CONTEMPORARY
Schedule & Dress Code
Schedule
| DAY |
TIME |
FACULTY |
| TEEN MODERN (ages 13-18) |
| Sat |
12:30-1:30pm |
K. Gayle |
| TEEN MODERN CONTEMPORARY (ages 13-18) |
| Sat |
1:30-2:30pm* |
K. Gayle |
* Audition/Trial Required
Recommended Dress
Girls
Black leotard, Black pants or tights, Bare feet
Boys
Modern White dance t-shirt, black shorts or pants, Bare feet
Dress code items may be purchased at any Steps Youth Programs Preferred Vendor location
REGISTRATION & TUITION
Registration & Tutition
2019-2020 Tuition
| # of CLASSES |
ACADEMIC YEAR TUITION |
| 1 Class |
$1,192 |
| 2 Classes |
$2,228 * |
| 3 Classes |
$3,124 |
| 4 Classes |
$3,893 |
* Ballet Core Tuition
Download the full class schedule.
Download the Registration form
Registration Requirements
- All completed applications are considered in the order received
- If a class requested is not available, you will be notified of alternative classes and/or placed on a waiting list
- If an in-person meeting is required, you may call / e-mail the Steps Youth Programs to schedule an appointment
- Annual Registration Fee: $55
- Tuition & Fees may be paid by American Express, MasterCard, Visa, or check. Checks should be made payable to “Steps Studio, Inc.”.
Registration is not considered final until…
- Completed forms are emailed to registration@stepsnyc.com, dropped off/mailed in/faxed to Steps Youth Programs’ Administrative Office and tuition & fees are paid in full
Registration Fee – $55 (valid Sept – Aug)
Placement Class – $40
Returned Check Fee – $35
Refunds:
- Full tuition will be refunded only if written notification from the parent is received 24 hours PRIOR to the first class. A 75% refund, less total cost of all classes taken, will be granted before October 10, 2019. No refunds will be granted after that date. Registration and all additional fees are non-refundable.
