RECREATIONAL CLASSES
Welcome to our Recreational Dance classes! Our classes are age specific containing ballet, tap, hip hop, pom and or jazz/creative movement. It is a well – rounded, effective program for teaching technique to dancers in a fun, accessible way. Our Winter session will conclude with a Spring Recital. All classes are taught by Lisa’s School of Dance instructors and are held at the Bartlett Community Center.
Class Descriptions and Dress Code:
| Class Title/Type | Age | What to Wear |
| Twinkle Stars – Parent/Tot
Ballet/Tap |
18-30 months | Pink Sparkle Tutu, Pink Tights,
Pink Ballet Shoes, and Black Tap Shoes. |
| Twinkle Tots
Ballet/Tap |
2-3 | Pink Sparkle Tutu, Pink Tights,
Pink Ballet Shoes, and Black Tap Shoes. |
| Twinkle Stars I
Ballet/Tap |
3-4 | Pink Sparkle Tutu, Pink Tights,
Pink Ballet Shoes, and Black Tap Shoes. |
| Twinkle Stars II
Ballet/Tap |
4-5 | Purple Sparkle Tutu, Pink Tights,
Pink Ballet Shoes, and Black Tap Shoes. |
| Twinkle Stars II/III
Ballet/Tap |
5-7 | Purple Sparkle Tutu, Pink Tights,
Pink Ballet Shoes, and Black Tap Shoes. |
| Twinkle Stars III
Ballet/Tap |
5-6 | Purple Sparkle Tutu, Pink Tights,
Pink Ballet Shoes, and Black Tap Shoes. |
| Twinkle Stars III/IV
Ballet/Tap/Jazz |
6-9 | Purple Sparkle Tutu, Pink Tights,
Pink Ballet Shoes, and Black Tap Shoes. |
| Twinkle Stars IV
Ballet/Tap/Jazz |
7-9 | Purple Sparkle Tutu, Pink Tights,
Pink Ballet Shoes, and Black Tap Shoes. |
| Hip Hop/Tumble | 5-7 | Maroon Leotard, Black Leggings, Black Jazz Shoes |
| Pom I | 5-7 | Red T-shirt, Black Leggings, and White Gym Shoes |
| Pom/Jazz II | 7-10 | Red T-shirt, Black Leggings, and White Gym Shoes |
| Ballet I/II | 7-10 | Black Leotard, Pink Tights, and Pink Ballet Shoes |
| Ballet III | 8-10 | Black Leotard, Pink Tights, Pink Ballet Shoes. |
| Hip Hop/Jazz I/II | 7-9 | Red T-shirt, Black Leggings, and Black Jazz Shoes. |
| Hip Hop/Jazz III | 10+ | Red T-shirt, Black Leggings, and Black Jazz Shoes. |
| Ballet IV | 10+ | Black Leotard, Pink Tights, and Pink Ballet Shoes. |
| Ballet V | 13+ | Black Leotard, Pink Tights, and Pink Ballet Shoes. |
For more information on these classes please contact Cydnie Babicz at 630-540-4873 or visit our seasonal program guide in the exploration section.
ADULT DANCE
Tap/Ballet/Jazz: If you loved dance class as a youth or never got a chance try out the tap/ballet/jazz combo class is offered at the Community Center by Lisa’s School of Dance throughout the year. For more information on these classes view our seasonal program guide in the exploration section.
The Dance FX Company is a competitive dance company specializing in styles like ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop and more. The Dance FX Company is an audition-based team. Auditions have been held for the 24-25 season. All classes are taught by Lisa’s School of Dance instructors and are held at the Bartlett Community Center.
Auditions for next season date to be announced!
For more information on these classes please contact Cydnie Babicz at 630-540-4873 or cbabicz@bartlettparks.org.
NUTCRACKER PRODUCTION • December 2025
This holiday special event co-sponsored by Bartlett Park District and Lisa’s School of Dance. This holiday classic includes local dancers performing to Tchaikovsky’s musical score re-orchestrated into a modern, up tempo, fun family friendly experience. Join Clara and all her friends on this magical holiday journey. This show is great for all ages and lasts approximately 90 minutes. Ticket sales will be done online.
Auditions:
Auditions for the 2025 Nutcracker All Jazzed Up will be held on August 19th from 4-9pm. Signups will be posted here no later than June 2025.
SPECIALTY DANCE
Bollywood
For more information on these classes view our seasonal program guide in the exploration section.
