Sharron Baucom Dale City Recreation Center

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Classes for ages 2.5 and up. Multiple Performance Opportunities.

Our Dance Program runs from September to June with each class following set curriculum for a progression of learned skills. Beginner level classes are offered in sessions with payment due prior to the start of each session.

It is not required to register for the entire year but is highly encouraged for your child to get the most from the program. Registration closes after the second class during each session. Classes that do not meet the minimum requirement may be cancelled or combined. Dance classes may not be pro-rated. Students are expected to follow the program’s Dress Code. Dress Code is not required for the first class.

Students should complete at least one full year in each level. Level recommendations for the fall will be given for each student at the end of the school year.

Recitals

There is a participation fee for each that includes a costume fee. Students must be enrolled in a recital participating class by the current season’s deadline and remain enrolled in the same class to be eligible.

List of current dance classes offered available for registration

Location

Sharron Baucom Dale City Recreaton Center
14300 Minnieville Rd., Dale City, VA

Helpful Information

• Dress Code and Dance Supplies
• For questions, email us or call (703) 792-8673

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Year-Round Intermediate/Advanced Dance

Intermediate to Advanced level classes run without interruption from September to June and provide students with two seasonal performance opportunities. Tuition is due on the 15th of the preceding month and no later than the 1st. There is a non-refundable $45 Registration Fee due upon enrollment. Automatic payment option available.

Classes that do not meet the minimum requirement may be cancelled or combined. Dance classes may not be pro-rated. Students are expected to follow the program’s Dress Code.

Classes have pre-requisites. Levels are based on mastery of technical skills, not age. Please submit the Dance form for more information.

Ballet Levels
Recreational Ballet 2: Mondays, 5pm – 6:15pm
Recreational Ballet 3: Wednesdays, 7:15 – 8:30 pm

Jazz Levels
Jazz 2: Fridays, 5:15pm – 6:15pm
Jazz 3: Mondays, 6:20pm – 7:20pm
Advanced Jazz: Mondays, 7:25pm – 8:25pm

Tap Levels
Tap 2: Wednesdays, 7:30pm – 8:30pm
Tap 3: Mondays, 5pm – 6pm
Advanced Tap: Mondays, 6:05pm – 7:05pm

Lyrical/Contemporary Levels
Lyrical 2: Wednesdays, 5pm – 6pm
Lyrical 3: Wednesdays, 6:05pm – 7:05pm
Advanced Contemporary: Fridays, 7:40pm – 8:40pm

Tuition and Additional Information
Ballet $58/month
Jazz/Tap/Lyrical $52/month
$45 Non-Refundable Registration Fee
$50 December Recital Fee
$50 June Recital Fee

Dress Code Required

Adult programs run year-round. No recital. Dress code encouraged.

Adult Ballet 1
This beginner class focuses on learning the foundations of ballet technique, building strength, flexibility and stamina, and developing artistry and grace in movement. Dancers will begin with a ballet barre, and finish with combinations in the center and across the floor. Perfect for beginners or for those who are returning to dance after a long absence. Eligible for Adult Dance Punch Pass.

Adult Ballet 2
This intermediate ballet class will build upon skills learned in Adult Ballet 1 and will include more technically complex movements and combinations at the barre and in the center. Perfect for those who have mastered movements from Ballet 1, or current and/or former ballet dancers looking for additional training. Eligible for Adult Dance Punch Pass.

Adult Tap 1
This fun class will get you moving with beginner/intermediate tap movements and exercises. With a focus on rhythm and musicality, dancers will enjoy developing precision of movement during warm-up, and dancing short combinations in the center and across the floor. Eligible for Adult Dance Punch Pass.

Adult Tap 2
This intermediate tap class will build upon skills learned in Adult Tap 1 and will include more technically complex movements and combinations. Perfect for those who have mastered movements from Adult Tap 1, or current and/or former tap dancers looking for additional training. Eligible for Adult Dance Punch Pass.

Adult Jazz
This beginner level class will introduce jazz dance technique and style. Jazz combines classical ballet moves with influences from American pop culture. The class will focus on increasing strength and flexibility and teach dancers how to move in sharp, fluid and animated motions. Dancers will enjoy dancing to fun, upbeat music, while learning jazz isolations, center technique and working towards leaps, kicks and turns. Eligible for Adult Dance Punch Pass.

Adult Dance Punch Pass
Can't make it every week? Want to be able to take any adult dance class that fits into your schedule? This pass can be used for any offered adult dance class and is good for 60 days. 5 classes for $60 or 10 classes for $115. *Space in class is not guaranteed and is dependent upon weekly class attendance. Visit the front desk to purchase.

Register for Adult Dance Classes

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Required ballet class twice per week. Students will learn from the Cecchetti syllabus along with a variety of other methods, including Progressing Ballet Technique, to create a well-rounded dancer. In addition to ballet, students may register for optional elective classes. Dance Academy classes run September - June and provide students with two seasonal performance opportunities. Students must be available for additional Saturday afternoon rehearsals. Tuition is monthly with payments due on the 15th of the preceding month. Automatic payment option available.

Approval required by Dance Coordinator to register. Please submit the Dance form for more information. Students are placed by technical level, not age.

Ballet Levels

• Academy Ballet 2 – Tuesdays, 5pm – 6:15pm and Fridays, 6:20pm – 7:35pm
• Academy Ballet 3 – Tuesdays, 7:10pm – 8:40pm and Saturdays, 9:15am – 10:45am
• Academy Junior Advanced Ballet – Thursdays, 5:35pm – 7:05pm and Saturdays, 10:50am – 12:20pm (Must be approved for pointework)
• Academy Senior Advanced Ballet – Thursdays, 7:10pm – 8:40pm and Saturdays, 12:25pm – 1:55pm (Must be approved for advanced pointework)
• Academy Pointe Foundations – Tuesdays, 6:20pm – 7:05pm (Requires additional approval)
• Progressing Ballet Technique 1 – Thursdays, 4:30pm – 5:30pm (Also available a la carte with approval from the Dance Coordinator, $52/month a la carte)
• Progressing Ballet Technique 2 – Wednesdays, 7:30pm – 8:45pm (Also available a la carte with approval from the Dance Coordinator, $58/month a la carte)

Jazz Levels

• Jazz 2 – Fridays 5:15 – 6:15pm
• Jazz 3 – Mondays 6:20 – 7:20pm
• Advanced Jazz – Mondays 7:25 – 8:25pm

Tap Levels

• Tap 2 – Wednesdays 7:30 – 8:30pm
• Tap 3 – Mondays 5 – 6pm
• Advanced Tap – Mondays – 6:05 – 7:05pm

Lyrical/Contemporary Levels

• Lyrical 2 – Wednesdays 5 – 6pm
• Lyrical 3 – Wednesdays 6:05 – 7:05pm
• Advanced Contemporary – Fridays 7:40 – 8:40pm

Tuition Tiers

• Bronze - Ballet only: $95/month
• Silver - Ballet and 1 Elective: $122/month
• Gold - Ballet and 2 Electives: $135/month
• Platinum - Ballet and 3 Electives: $144/month
• Diamond - Ballet and 4 Electives: $153/month

Additional Information:

• $45 Non-Refundable Registration Fee
• $50 December Recital Fee
• $50 June Recital Fee
• Dress Code Required

SBDCRC School of Dance offers affordable, high quality Summer Dance Intensives for students training seriously in ballet and other styles of dance. Our intensives provide students the opportunity to take a daily ballet class, pointe technique (for those already approved for pointe), jazz, lyrical/contemporary, modern and Progressing Ballet Technique for conditioning. They will also learn choreography to present at the end of the intensive for families. Students will need to audition prior to enrollment. Please contact Michelle Geoghegan at 703-792-8673 or [email protected] for audition information.

1.    Petit Dance Intensive (ages 10 – 17) $200 – August 4 – 8 ONE WEEK. 10:30am – 4:30pm M – F
a.    Minimum 2 years' experience
b.    Students will learn adapted choreography from classical ballets

2.    Intermediate/Advanced Dance Intensive (ages 12 – 18) $390 – July 14 - 25 TWO WEEKS. 10:30am – 4:30pm M – F
a.    Minimum 3 years' experience
b.    Students will learn excerpts from renowned classical and contemporary choreographic works

Summer Dance Intensives are held at the SBDCRC School of Dance, located at the Sharron Baucom Dale City Recreation Center.

Meet The Dance Coordinator

Michelle Geoghegan
Office: 703.792.8673

Michelle is originally from Batavia, NY. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Mercyhurst University in Erie, PA with a B.A. in Dance and Arts Administration. Through multiple master classes, workshops and residencies, she has worked with the Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet, The Paul Taylor Dance Company, The Trey McIntyre Project, Bruce Marks, Laura Alonso, Kat Wildish and many other renowned instructors and companies.

In 2008 Michelle trained with the ConfiDance Foundation, a pre-professional program in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. There she worked with leaders of Netherlands Dance Theatre and the Dutch National Ballet including Maurice Causey and Krzysztof Pastor. She has performed with the Genesee Ballet Repertoire Company, the Lake Erie Ballet, The Mercyhurst Dancers and Dancin’ Unlimited Jazz Dance Company. Michelle was also a company member with Gin Dance Company for 12 seasons before retiring in November 2023, having also served as the Rehearsal Director from 2021 – 2023. In addition to performing, she has been teaching dance professionally for over 15 years.

Michelle was both a full-time instructor and Assistant Manager with Adagio Ballet School of Dance, was the Regional Director of Little People’s Creative Workshop of Northern Virginia, had previously founded and run a dance program for the YMCA of Alexandria, has taught ballet and contemporary master classes in her hometown, and is a substitute instructor with BalletNova Center for Dance. She was voted Best Dance Instructor/Choreographer in InsideNova’s Best of Prince William 2024 and 2025 contest. Michelle also has an extensive background in Early Childhood Education, having been a Center Director with KinderCare Education for over 5 years. She founded her own ballet program, Ballet Beginnings at KinderCare, where she developed curriculum and taught classes for a few centers in the Alexandria district. She is thrilled to bring her passion for Dance Education to the Dale City Recreation Center!