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Suzuki Violin Lessons | 15 Minutes
2025-02-03 00:00 - 2025-06-20 00:15 (America/Los_Angeles) | Blue Heron, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Suzuki Violin Lessons
15 Minutes (ages 7 and under): $345
18 weekly lessons, Feb 3-June 20 (skip school breaks) | Contact Gaye to schedule
Instructor: Gaye Detzer
Location: Blue Heron Classroom
The Suzuki approach is based on the philosophy that young children learn music just as they learn to speak their native language – through regular listening, developmentally appropriate instruction and frequent opportunities to play alone and with others. Class includes one group lesson per month. Gaye Detzer has been a Suzuki teacher for almost 40 years. Contact Gaye with questions detzerubicz@icloud.com
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.

Suzuki Violin Lessons | 30 Minutes
2025-02-03 00:00 - 2025-06-20 00:30 | Blue Heron, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Suzuki Violin Lessons
30 Minutes (ages 8 and up): $660
18 weekly lessons, Feb 3-June 20 (skip school breaks) | Contact Gaye to schedule
Instructor: Gaye Detzer
Location: Blue Heron Classroom
The Suzuki approach is based on the philosophy that young children learn music just as they learn to speak their native language – through regular listening, developmentally appropriate instruction and frequent opportunities to play alone and with others. Class includes one group lesson per month. Gaye Detzer has been a Suzuki teacher for almost 40 years. Contact Gaye with questions detzerubicz@icloud.com
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.

Suzuki Violin Lessons | 45 Minutes
2025-02-03 00:00 - 2025-06-20 00:45 | Blue Heron, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Suzuki Violin Lessons
45 Minutes (level 4 book and up): $930
18 weekly lessons, Feb 3-June 20 (skip school breaks) | Contact Gaye to schedule
Instructor: Gaye Detzer
Location: Blue Heron Classroom
The Suzuki approach is based on the philosophy that young children learn music just as they learn to speak their native language – through regular listening, developmentally appropriate instruction and frequent opportunities to play alone and with others. Class includes one group lesson per month. Gaye Detzer has been a Suzuki teacher for almost 40 years. Contact Gaye with questions detzerubicz@icloud.com
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.

Running Start Class: Conditioning and Special Topics for Advanced Dancers
2025-02-03 11:45 - 2025-06-11 12:45 | Blue Heron Dance Studio, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Running Start Class: Conditioning and Special Topics for Advanced Dancers
Mondays & Wednesdays: Feb 3-Jun 11 (skip Feb 17 & 19, Mar 31, Apr 2, May 26 & 28, Jun 4) | 11:45-12:45 pm
Tuition: $475
Instructor: Vadne White
Location: Upstairs Studio
For Running Start and Family Link students dedicated to pursuing dance at the collegiate level or as a professional career, we are offering a specialized class designed to enhance your training. This class focuses on strength training, flexibility, and proprioceptive challenges to improve your technique. Additionally, it covers essential topics such as nutrition, injury prevention, and other resources to equip you with the knowledge necessary to achieve your dance aspirations.
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.

Creative Movement
2025-02-03 15:15 - 2025-06-09 16:00 | Blue Heron Dance Studio, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Creative Movement
Ages: 3-4
Mondays: Feb 3-Jun 9 (skip Feb 17, Mar 31, May 5, May 26) | 3:15-4:00 pm
Tuition: $295*
Dress Rehearsal:  Jun 5
Performances: Jun 6 & 7 at 7:00 and Jun 7 & 8 at 2:00
Instructor: Elise Ericksen
Location: Downstairs Studio
A fun-filled introduction into the world of dance where children explore their imaginations through music and movement as they develop motor skills, rhythmic awareness, coordination, and balance in a nurturing environment.  Creative Movement students will spend a portion of class preparing for our Spring Concert June 6-8, with Dress Rehearsal on June 5, and regular attendance March-May is required in order to perform.
*performance fee included in tuition.
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.

First Steps Ballet & Tap
2025-02-03 16:15 - 2025-06-09 17:15 | Blue Heron Dance Studio, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
First Steps Ballet & Tap
Ages: 4-6
Mondays: Feb 3-Jun 9 (skip Feb 17, Mar 31, May 5, May 26) | 4:15-5:15 pm
Dress Rehearsal: Jun 5
Performances: Jun 6 & 7 at 7:00 and Jun 7 & 8 at 2:00
Tuition: $365*
Instructor: Elise Ericksen
Location: Downstairs Studio
The fundamentals of both Ballet and Tap are introduced through fun and structured group activities. Your little dancer will have so much fun learning important skills like coordination, balance, and following instructions. First Steps students will spend a portion of class preparing for our Spring Concert June 6-8, with Dress Rehearsal on June 5, and regular attendance March-May is required in order to perform.
*performance fee included in tuition. Tap and ballet shoes required.
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.

Beginning Ballet
2025-02-03 16:15 - 2025-06-09 17:15 | Blue Heron Dance Studio, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Beginning Ballet
Ages: 7-8
Mondays: Feb 3-Jun 9 (skip Feb 17, Mar 31, May 26) | 4:15-5:15 pm
Tuition: $385*
Dress Rehearsal: Jun 5
Performances: Jun 6 & 7 at 7:00 and Jun 7 & 8 at 2:00
Instructor: Vanesa Wylie
Location: Upstairs Studio
Building on the skills learned in Second Steps, students continue their learning journey in Ballet. They will warm up at center, then learn how to string steps together into combinations. Beginning Ballet students will spend a portion of class preparing for our Spring Concert June 6-8, with Dress Rehearsal on June 5, and regular attendance March-May is required in order to perform.
*performance fee included in tuition.
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.

Intermediate Ballet
2025-02-03 17:15 - 2025-06-10 18:15 | Blue Heron Dance Studio, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Intermediate Ballet*
Ages 10-13
Mondays and Tuesdays: Feb 3-Jun 10 (skip Feb 17 & 18, Mar 31, Apr 1, May 26) | 5:15-6:15 pm
Tuition: $625
Instructor: Vadne White & Vanesa Wylie
Location: Blue Heron Dance Studios
Intermediate Ballet meets Mondays & Tuesdays, and combines elements of pre-pointe with intermediate combinations, stretches, turns, and jumps. Twice weekly training is the minimum requirement for skill acquisition. Students are invited to perform in our annual Spring Concert, June 6-8. Rehearsals are an additional 75-minute session following the Tuesday class.
*Instructor permission required.
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.

Advanced Jazz
2025-02-03 17:15 - 2025-06-09 18:15 | Blue Heron Dance Studio, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Advanced Jazz**
Mondays: Feb 3-Jun 9 (skip Feb 17, Mar 31, May 26) | 5:15-6:15 pm
Tuition: $385*
Technical Rehearsals: Mar 11 & 12 and Jun 3 & 4
Dress Rehearsals: Mar 13 and Jun 5
Original Works Performances: Mar 14 & 15 at 7:00 and Mar 15 at 2:00
Spring Concert Performances: Jun 6 & 7 at 7:00 and Jun 7 & 8 at 2:00
Instructor: Vanesa Wylie
Location: Downstairs Studio
Miss Vanesa gives a fabulous class for advanced dancers in our treasured American dance genre that includes a warm-up, stretching, across the floor combinations and fun choreography that builds every week. Students will spend a portion of class preparing a piece for our Original Works production March 14-15 and our Spring Concert June 6-8, and regular attendance March-May is required in order to perform.
*Performance fee for Spring Concert included in tuition. New students wishing to participate in Original Works will be charged an additional $80 performance fee.
**Instructor permission required.
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.

Blue Heron Dance Company Class
2025-02-03 18:15 - 2025-06-11 19:45 | Blue Heron Dance Studio, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Blue Heron Dance Company Class**
Mondays: Feb 3-Jun 9 (skip Feb 17, Mar 31, May 26) | 6:15-7:45 pm
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Wednesdays: Feb 5-Jun 11 (Feb 19, Apr 2) | 5:15-6:45 pm
Tuition: $940
Instructors: Vadne White
Location: Upstairs Studio
Our Company class trains in advanced pointe work, controlled adage, adept petit allegro, as well as advanced combinations, turns, and jumps. Twice weekly training is the minimum requirement for skill acquisition and maintenance. Company members perform many roles in our annual Spring Concert, June 6-8. Rehearsals are additional sessions following the Monday and Wednesday classes.
**Instructor permission required.
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.

Intermediate Modern and Choreography
2025-02-03 18:15 - 2025-06-09 19:15 | Blue Heron Dance Studio, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Intermediate Modern and Choreography**
Monday: Feb 3-Jun 9 (skip Feb 17, Mar 31, May 26) | 6:15-7:15 pm
Tuition: $385*
Technical Rehearsals: Mar 11 & 12 and Jun 3 & 4
Dress Rehearsals:  Mar 13 and Jun 5
Original Works Performances: Mar 14 & 15 at 7:00 and Mar 15 at 2:00
Spring Concert Performances: Jun 6 & 7 at 7:00 and Jun 7 & 8 at 2:00
Instructor: Vanesa Wylie
Location: Downstairs Studio
Students will work on the Modern Dance elemental concepts of force, time, and space, and will build core strength and flexibility through floor work and spirals. The process of creating dance will be explored. This class is suitable for Intermediate to Advanced Intermediate students, and concurrent enrollment in Ballet is strongly recommended. Students will spend a portion of class preparing a piece for our Original Works production March 14-15 and our Spring Concert June 6-8, and regular attendance March-May is required in order to perform.
*Performance fee for Spring Concert included in tuition. New students wishing to participate in Original Works will be charged an additional $80 performance fee.
**Instructor permission required.
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.

Adult Tap
2025-02-03 19:30 - 2025-06-09 20:30 | Blue Heron Dance Studio, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Adult Tap
Ages: 13+
Session 1: Mondays, Feb 3-Apr 7 (skip Feb 17, Mar 10, Mar 31) | 7:30-8:30 pm
Session 2: Mondays, Apr 14-Jun 9 (skip May 26, Jun 2) | 7:30-8:30 pm
Tuition per session: $135
Instructor: Vanesa Wylie
Location: Downstairs Studio
Have a blast with Vanesa as she takes you through tap drills to build technique, traveling steps, and combinations that build every week. Tap shoes required.
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.
Registration for Session 2 is open through the Parent/Student Portal.

Blue Heron Dance Company Rehearsal
2025-02-03 19:45 - 2025-06-04 20:30 | Blue Heron Dance Studio, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Blue Heron Dance Company Rehearsal
Mondays: Feb 3-Jun 2 (skip Feb 17, Mar 31, May 26) | 7:45-8:30 pm
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Wednesdays: Feb 5-Jun 4 (Feb 19, Apr 2) | 6:45-8:30 pm
Technical Rehearsal: Jun 3 and 4
Dress Rehearsal: Jun 5
Performances: Jun 6 & 7 at 7:00 and Jun 7 & 8 at 2:00
Tuition: $400*
Instructors: Vadne White
Location: Upstairs Studio
Company rehearsals for our annual production of The Nutcracker, Original Works, and the Spring Concert. Dancers may not be absent from more than 2 rehearsals and are required to attend all rehearsals the 3 months before each production including Technical Rehearsal and Dress Rehearsal. Additional rehearsal time may be requested as needed for solo and principal roles (*Spring Concert performance fee included in tuition).
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.

Intermediate Contemporary & Lyrical
2025-02-04 16:00 - 2025-06-10 17:15 | Blue Heron Dance Studio, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Intermediate Contemporary & Lyrical**
Tuesdays: Feb 4-Jun 10 (skip Feb 18, Apr 1) | 4:00-5:15 pm
Tuition: $485*
Technical Rehearsals: Mar 11 & 12 and Jun 3 & 4
Dress Rehearsals:  Mar 13 and Jun 5
Original Works Performances: Mar 14 & 15 at 7:00 and Mar 15 at 2:00
Spring Concert Performances: Jun 6 & 7 at 7:00 and Jun 7 & 8 at 2:00
Instructor: Madeline Morser
Location: Upstairs Studio
A combination class of Contemporary and Lyrical techniques and phrase-work, class will train Intermediate-level students in Lyrical timing and expression, floor-work, and Contemporary movement. Following a center warm up focused on building upper body strength, floor fluidity, and parallel alignment, we will continue with across the floor phrases in both styles. Concurrent enrollment in ballet is strongly encouraged. Students will spend a portion of class preparing for our Original Works production March 14-15 and our Spring Concert June 6-8, and regular attendance March-May is required in order to perform.
*Performance fee for Spring Concert included in tuition. New students wishing to participate in Original Works will be charged an additional $80 performance fee.
**Instructor permission required.
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.

Second Steps Ballet & Tap
2025-02-04 16:15 - 2025-06-10 17:15 | Blue Heron Dance Studio, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Second Steps Ballet & Tap
Ages: 6-7
Tuesdays: Feb 4-Jun 10 (skip Feb 18, Apr 1) | 4:15-5:15 pm
Dress Rehearsal: Jun 5
Performances: Jun 6 & 7 at 7:00 and Jun 7 & 8 at 2:00
Tuition: $400*
Instructor: Vadne White
Location: Downstairs Studio
Miss Vadne makes it fun to learn basic ballet and tap vocabulary and technique! Class will include basic center work and across the floor exercises that tap into imagination and develop musicality. Students will spend a portion of class preparing for our Spring Concert June 6-8, with Dress Rehearsal on June 5, and regular attendance March-May is required in order to perform.
*performance fee included in tuition. Tap and ballet shoes required.
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.

Advanced Lyrical
2025-02-04 17:15 - 2025-06-10 18:45 | Blue Heron Dance Studio, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Advanced Lyrical**
Tuesdays: Feb 4-Jun 10 (skip Feb 18, Apr 1) | 5:15-6:45 pm
Tuition: $565*
Technical Rehearsals: Mar 11 & 12 and Jun 3 & 4
Dress Rehearsals:  Mar 13 and Jun 5
Original Works Performances: Mar 14 & 15 at 7:00 and Mar 15 at 2:00
Spring Concert Performances: Jun 6 & 7 at 7:00 and Jun 7 & 8 at 2:00
Instructor: Madeline Morser
Location: Upstairs Studio
Hone your fluidity, expression, and grace in Advanced Lyrical! Lyrical dance is most often defined as a combination of ballet and jazz techniques, with emphasis on graceful, fluid motions that often mirror the lyrics or theme of the music. Class will start with a center warm up including both standing exercises and workshops for jumps, turns, and falls to be used in phrase-work. We will use the second half of class for traveling progressions and longer phrases/group dances. This class is for advanced-level dancers. Students will spend a portion of class preparing for our Original Works production March 14-15 and our Spring Concert June 6-8, and regular attendance March-May is required in order to perform.
*Performance fee for Spring Concert included in tuition. New students wishing to participate in Original Works will be charged an additional $80 performance fee.
**Instructor permission required.
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.

Intermediate Ballet Spring Concert Rehearsal
2025-02-04 18:15 - 2025-05-27 19:30 | Blue Heron Dance Studio, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Intermediate Ballet Spring Concert Rehearsal
Tuesdays, Feb 4-May 27 | 6:15-7:30 pm
Technical Rehearsal:  Jun 3 or 4
Dress Rehearsal:  Jun 5
Performances: Jun 6 & 7 at 7:00 and Jun 7 & 8 at 2:00
Tuition: $280*
Instructor:  Vadne White
Location: Downstairs Studio
Students will work with the Director of Dance, Miss Vadne, to learn and rehearse their roles for our annual Spring Concert, June 6-8. Performers may not be absent from more than 2 rehearsals, are required to attend all rehearsals March-May, and must attend Technical Rehearsal, and Dress Rehearsal (*performance fee included in tuition).
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.

Advanced Contemporary
2025-02-04 18:45 - 2025-06-10 20:30 | Blue Heron Dance Studio, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Advanced Contemporary**
Tuesdays: Feb 4-Jun 10 (skip Feb 18, Apr 1) | 6:45-8:30 pm
Tuition: $645*
Technical Rehearsals: Mar 11 & 12 and Jun 3 & 4
Dress Rehearsals:  Mar 13 and Jun 5
Original Works Performances: Mar 14 & 15 at 7:00 and Mar 15 at 2:00
Spring Concert Performances: Jun 6 & 7 at 7:00 and Jun 7 & 8 at 2:00
Instructor: Madeline Morser
Location: Upstairs Studio
Advanced Contemporary includes a full body warm up with combos standing, upside-down, and on the ground followed by phrase work and some feel-good across the floor progressions. Let’s have a blast with our favorite music while taking apart and getting into the nitty-gritty details of timing, floor-work, inversions, and a powerful grounded center. This class is for advanced-level dancers. Students will spend a portion of class preparing for our Original Works production March 14-15 and our Spring Concert June 6-8, and regular attendance March-May is required in order to perform.
*Performance fee for Spring Concert included in tuition. New students wishing to participate in Original Works will be charged an additional $80 performance fee.
**Instructor permission required.
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.

Beginning Intermediate Ballet
2025-02-05 16:15 - 2025-06-13 17:15 | Blue Heron Dance Studio, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Beginning Intermediate Ballet
Ages: 8-11
Wednesdays & Fridays, Feb 5-Jun 13 (skip Feb 19 & 21, Apr 2 & 4) | 4:15-5:15 pm
Tuition: $645
Instructors: Madeline Morser, Elise Erickson & Cristy Stone
Location: Upstairs Studio
At this level, students train twice weekly for skill acquisition and injury prevention. Dancers will be introduced to turns, more intricate combinations, and proper technique will be a focus. Students are invited to perform in our annual Spring Concert, June 6-8. Rehearsals are an additional 1-hour session following the Wednesday class.
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.

Beginning Tap
2025-02-05 16:15 - 2025-06-11 17:15 | Blue Heron Dance Studio, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Beginning Tap
Ages: 7-11
Wednesdays, Feb 5-Jun 11 (skip Feb 19, Apr 2) | 4:15-5:15 pm
Tuition: $400*
Dress Rehearsal: Jun 5
Performances: Jun 6 & 7 at 7:00 and Jun 7 & 8 at 2:00
Instructor: Vadne White
Location: Downstairs Studio
Trying on tap shoes for the first time or graduating from our tap/ballet combo classes. We’ll have you shuffling and paddle-rolling in no time! Tap shoes required. Students will spend a portion of class preparing a piece for our Spring Concert June 6-8, and regular attendance March-May is required in order to perform.
*Performance fee included in tuition.
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.

Advanced Intermediate Ballet and Pointe
2025-02-05 17:15 - 2025-06-12 18:30 | Blue Heron Dance Studio, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Advanced Intermediate Ballet and Pointe*
Wednesdays: Feb 5-Jun 11 (skip Feb 19, Apr 2) | 5:15-6:30 pm
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Thursdays: Feb 6-Jun 12 (skip Feb 20, Apr 3) | 4:30-5:30 pm
Tuition: $725
Instructor: Vadne White
Location: Upstairs Studio
Our Advanced Intermediate class meets Wednesdays & Thursdays, and combines elements of beginning pointe, as well as expanding ballet vocabulary, strength and flexibility. Twice weekly training is the minimum requirement for skill acquisition. Students are invited to perform in our annual Spring Concert, June 6-8. Rehearsals are an additional 1-hour session following the Thursday class.
*Instructor permission required.
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.

Beginning Intermediate Ballet Spring Concert Rehearsal
2025-02-05 17:15 - 2025-05-28 18:15 | Blue Heron Dance Studio, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Beginning Intermediate Ballet Spring Concert Rehearsal
Wednesdays, Feb 5-May 28 | 5:15-6:15 pm
Technical Rehearsal:  Jun 3 or 4
Dress Rehearsal:  Jun 5
Performances: Jun 6 & 7 at 7:00 and Jun 7 & 8 at 2:00
Tuition: $280*
Instructor:  Madeline Morser & Cristy Stone
Location: Downstairs Studio
Students will work with Miss Madeline to learn and rehearse their dances for our annual Spring Concert, June 6-8. Performers may not be absent from more than 2 rehearsals, are required to attend all rehearsals in March-May, and must attend Technical Rehearsal and Dress Rehearsal.
*performance fee included in tuition.
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.

Beginning Ballet for Adults
2025-02-05 18:15 - 2025-04-09 19:17 | Blue Heron Dance Studio, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Beginning Ballet for Adults (Session 1)
Ages: 13+
*Session 1: Wednesdays, Feb 5-Apr 9 (skip Feb 19, Mar 12, Apr 2) | 6:15-7:15 pm
Tuition per session: $135
Instructor: Madeline Morser
Location: Downstairs Studio
Want to try ballet? Take our Beginning Ballet class to learn the fundamentals from one of our graduates and professional performers, Madeline Morser. Class will focus on the basics:?posture, turnout, the positions of feet and arms, and moving through space with grace and confidence.
No ballet experience required. Dress comfortably and ballet shoes are recommended.
*Session 2: Wednesdays, Apr 23-Jun 11 (skip Jun 4) | 6:15-7:15 pm
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.
Registration for Session 1 and 2 is open through the Parent/Student Portal.

Adult Contemporary
2025-02-05 19:15 - 2025-06-11 20:45 | Blue Heron Dance Studio, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Adult Contemporary
Ages:  13+
Session 1: Wednesdays, Feb 5-Apr 9 (skip Feb 19, Mar 12, Apr 2) | 7:15-8:45 pm
Session 2: Wednesdays, Apr 23-Jun 11 (skip Jun 4) | 7:15-8:45 pm
Tuition per session: $200
Instructor: Madeline Morser
Location: Downstairs Studio
Having trained and performed on both coasts, Madeline’s unique style of Contemporary Dance incorporates the powerful and striking lines of Classical Modern, mixed with the intricate timing, inversions, and floor work of present-day Contemporary Dance along the West Coast. Class will begin with a full-body warm-up in center, including proprioceptive challenges, floor work, and timing exercises built into expressive, feel-good movement and music. Across the floor progressions will follow center work, culminating in the building of longer phrases to be practiced and expanded upon throughout the session. Dance experience recommended.
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.
Registration for Session 2 is open through the Parent/Student Portal.

Pre-professional Pointe and Variations
2025-02-06 15:30 - 2025-06-12 16:30 | Blue Heron Dance Studio, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Pre-professional Pointe and Variations**
Thursdays: Feb 6-Jun 12 (skip Feb 20, Apr 3, May 29, Jun 5) | 3:30-4:30 pm
Tuition: $285
Instructor: Vadne White
Location: Upstairs Studio
Learn the pointe variations from classical ballets that are often used for auditions: Sleeping Beauty, Swan Lake, Le Corsaire, Cinderella, Giselle and so many more! For advanced pointe dancers.
**Instructor permission required.
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.

Intermediate Tap
2025-02-06 15:30 - 2025-06-12 04:30 | Blue Heron Dance Studio, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Intermediate Tap**
Ages 12+
Thursdays: Feb 6-Jun 12 (skip Feb 20, Apr 3) | 3:30-4:30 pm
Tuition: $400*
Tech Rehearsal: Jun 3 or 4
Dress Rehearsal: Jun 5
Performances: Jun 6 & 7 at 7:00 and Jun 7 & 8 at 2:00
Instructor: Vanesa Wylie
Location: Downstairs Studio
Building on a solid foundation of Tap rudiments, Miss Vanesa will take Intermediate students to the next level technically and artistically. Tap shoes required. Students will spend a portion of class preparing a piece for our Spring Concert June 6-8, and regular attendance March-May is required in order to perform.
*Performance fee included in tuition.
**Instructor permission required.
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.

Beginning Intermediate Tap
2025-02-06 16:30 - 2025-06-12 17:30 | Blue Heron Dance Studio, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Beginning Intermediate Tap**
Ages 10-12
Thursdays: Feb 6-Jun 12 (skip Feb 20, Apr 3) | 4:30-5:30 pm
Tuition: $400*
Tech Rehearsal: Jun 3 or 4
Dress Rehearsal: Jun 5
Performances: Jun 6 & 7 at 7:00 and Jun 7 & 8 at 2:00
Instructor: Vanesa Wylie
Location: Downstairs Studio
Miss Vanesa will help students expand their tap vocabulary, clarify their sounds, and hone their performance skills. Students will spend a portion of class preparing a piece for our Spring Concert June 6-8, and regular attendance March-May is required in order to perform.
*Performance fee included in tuition.
**Instructor permission required.
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.

Beginning Intermediate Modern and Choreography
2025-02-06 17:30 - 2025-06-12 18:30 | Blue Heron Dance Studio, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Beginning Intermediate Modern and Choreography**
Ages 8-11
Thursdays: Feb 6-Jun 12 (skip Feb 20, Apr 3) | 5:30-6:30 pm
Tuition: $400*
Technical Rehearsals: Mar 11 & 12 and Jun 3 & 4
Dress Rehearsals:  Mar 13 and Jun 5
Original Works Performances: Mar 14 & 15 at 7:00 and Mar 15 at 2:00
Spring Concert Performances: Jun 6 & 7 at 7:00 and Jun 7 & 8 at 2:00
Instructor: Vanesa Wylie
Location: Downstairs Studio
Miss Vanesa teaches students the movements that are the foundation for classical modern dance and helps students develop their creative voice. Contractions, spirals, basic floor work, and the concepts of Modern dance (space, time and force) are taught in a manner that is encouraging and fun. This class is suitable for Intermediate students and concurrent enrollment in Ballet is strongly recommended. Students will spend a portion of class preparing a piece for our annual Original Works production March 14-15 and our Spring Concert June 6-8, and regular attendance March-May is required in order to perform.
*Performance fee for Spring Concert included in tuition. New students wishing to participate in Original Works will be charged an additional $80 performance fee.
**Instructor permission required.
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.

Advanced Intermediate Ballet Spring Concert Rehearsal
2025-02-06 17:30 - 2025-05-29 18:30 | Blue Heron Dance Studio, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Advanced Intermediate Ballet Spring Concert Rehearsal
Thursdays: Feb 6-May 29 (skip Feb 20, Apr 3) | 5:30-6:30 pm
Technical Rehearsal: Jun 3 and 4
Dress Rehearsal: Jun 5
Performances: Jun 6 & 7 at 7:00 and Jun 7 & 8 at 2:00
Tuition: $280*
Instructor: Vadne White
Location: Upstairs Studio
Students will work with the Director of Dance, Miss Vadne, to learn and rehearse their roles for our annual Spring Concert, June 6-8. Performers may not be absent from more than 2 rehearsals, are required to attend all rehearsals in March-May, and must attend Technical Rehearsal, and Dress Rehearsal.
*performance fee included in tuition.
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.

Intermediate Jazz
2025-02-06 18:30 - 2025-06-12 19:30 | Blue Heron Dance Studio, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Intermediate Jazz**
Thursdays: Feb 6-Jun 12 (skip Feb 20, Apr 3) | 6:30-7:30 pm
Tuition: $400*
Technical Rehearsals: Mar 11 & 12 and Jun 3 & 4
Dress Rehearsals: Mar 13 and Jun 5
Original Works Performances: Mar 14 & 15 at 7:00 and Mar 15 at 2:00
Spring Concert Performances: Jun 6 & 7 at 7:00 and Jun 7 & 8 at 2:00
Instructor: Vanesa Wylie
Location: Downstairs Studio
Learn the fundamentals of Jazz Dance: isolations, syncopations, style and showmanship. This class is suitable for Intermediate dancers, and concurrent enrollment in Ballet is strongly encouraged. Students will spend a portion of class preparing for our annual Original Works production March 14-15 and our Spring Concert June 6-8, and regular attendance March-May is required in order to perform.
*Performance fee for Spring Concert included in tuition. New students wishing to participate in Original Works will be charged an additional $80 performance fee.
**Instructor permission required.
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.
