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Living together in the community through the arts

Since its founding in 1953, Allens Lane Art Center has been a cornerstone of the Mt. Airy community by bringing the residents together to participate in and enjoy the arts.  Whether its art classes for children or adults, amazing art exhibitions or cutting edge plays on the mainstage, there is something for everyone at Allens Lane.

 
601 West Allens Lane ~ Philadelphia, PA 19119 ~ p: 215.248.0546

DANCE CLASSES - Children/Teens/Adults/Seniors

Pre-registration is REQUIRED for all classes.

To register for classes, please use our Online Registration Form or you can print out our form (.pdf) and mail with check, money order or Mastercard/Visa number to the address on the form. If you have questions, call 215-248-0546 ext. 3. Classes will run only if enough students register. If you are registered for a class and it does not run, you will be notified of the cancellation and your class fee will be refunded. Otherwise, assume the class is running. Please pre-register! Registration deadline for all classes is 3 business days prior to the first class. Please note that some classes are run by other companies who do their own registration.


There is a Winter Concert on Dec. 17th and 18th and a free Spring Concert on June 16th and 17th. There are no costume fees. Tuition payments are due the 1st of the month and there is a $5 fee for late payments. Classes are not pro-rated and monthly tuition is always the same. All missed classes must be made up in another class.

Dance with Kim Williams
NOTE:  Dance Program classes (instructor Kim Williams) run continously throughout the year.

Mondays

7:00 – 8:45 pm: Teen & Adult Intermediate/Advanced Ballet IV (plus pointe)

Thursdays

5:00 - 5:50 pm: Toddler Tap & Ballet (ages 3 – 5) - This class is full but we are taking names for a waiting list. Please register your child on our online registration form to be placed on the list. Do not put in credit card information. Payment will be made once your child has been accepted.
7:00 - 8:00 pm: Teen/Adult Beginner/Intermediate Ballet III
8:00 - 9:00 pm: Teen/Adult Jazz and Tap

Saturdays

9:00 – 9:50am: Toddler Tap & Ballet (ages 3 – 5) - This class is full but we are taking names for a waiting list. Please register your child on our online registration form to be placed on the list. Do not put in credit card information. Payment will be made once your child has been accepted.
10:00 – 11:00 am:  Ballet I (ages 6 and up) - This class is full but we are taking names for a waiting list. Please register your child on our online registration form to be placed on the list. Do not put in credit card information. Payment will be made once your child has been accepted.
11:00 – 12:00 am:  Ballet II*
12:00 – 12:45 pm: Tap I & Tap II*(in different classes)
1:00 – 2:15 am:  Ballet III*
2:15 pm – 3:00 pm: Jazz & Hip Hop (ages 8+) - This class is full but we are taking names for a waiting list. Please register your child on our online registration form to be placed on the list. Do not put in credit card information. Payment will be made once your child has been accepted.
3:00 – 4:45 pm:  Balllet IV* plus pointe

*Students are placed in these classes by instructor
  • Classes start September 10th and run continuously through early June.  Students may join at any time. 
  • Work/Study Scholarships available. Please call for more information.
  • Classes are not pro-rated; there are no refunds for missed classes. They must be made up in another class.
  • Fees are due the first class of each month.  There is a $5 fee for late payments.

Class Attire

  • Girls Ballet – pink tights, black or pink leotard, and pink ballet shoes. (+tap shoes for tap). A class skirt in pink or black may be worn. No tutus or sequin costumes. Hair must be pulled back off the face in a short ponytail or bun.
  • Boys Ballet – black stretch pants or tights, white T-shirt, white socks and black ballet shoes.
  • Tap Class – leotard & tights and tap shoes.
  • Jazz and Hip Hop – Any color loose fitting exercise outfit or dancewear with sneakers or jazz shoes. NO JEANS OR CLUNKY SHOES!
  • Teen/Adult: Any color dancewear and ballet shoes. No baggy clothes.
Fees:

Tap for Adults
Instructor: Timothy Yue
Develop your rhythmic skills with Philadelphia low, fast hoofing, which was created on the city's streets in the 1930s. This session we'll focus on great classic tap pieces from the Legendary LaVaughn Robinson, and blues from Howlin' Wolf. Especially useful for musicians. (Tap shoes required.)
Sundays, 12:30 – 1:30 pm Cost: $50 per month
Classes starts on September 12 and run continously throughout the year.
Register for this class



Classes from other companies - hosted at Allens Lane Art Center

The Music ClassMusic Pups® (Birth  - 5 years)
Presented by The Music Class
Instructor: Claire Drake
Music Pups features fun music and movement classes for young children with a parent or caregiver. Families receive a CD and songbook with a broad variety of sounds and activities designed to stimulate musical learning. Mixed age classes are developmentally appropriate and allow siblings to enjoy class together.
Thursdays, 9-30 – 10:30 am, 10:30 – 11:30 am or 11:30 – 12:30am
10 sessions - See the registration link below for class schedules.
To register for this class, please visit www.themusicclass.com/philadelphia or call The Music Class at 215-701-0594

FiddleKicksLevel 1: Waltz Basics - Tips & Technique (teen - adult)
(3 classes) Wednesdays: Oct 5, 12, 19 ~ 7:15 - 8:30pm (3 classes)
Instructors: Peggy Leiby and Ret Turner
Waltz is the beautiful dance that never goes out of style. We'll cover the basics of footwork, partnering, leading and following; understanding the structure and rhythm of waltz music. Instruction is based on the traditional style waltz. We estimate that half the dancers on the floor, even some who have been waltzing for years, will benefit from basic technique instruction. The course is also suitable for those who know the box-step waltz, but want to learn this versatile and popular style.
Partners not required
Registration will be reasonably gender balanced For more info and registration form see www.mostlywaltz.com/mwlessons.html or call Ret Turner or Peggy Leiby at 215-643-4397.
$36 for 3 lessons


FiddleKicksLevel 2: Waltz - Intermediate level - One Good Turn Deserves Another (teen - adult)
Wednesdays: Oct 26, Nov. 2, 9 ~ 7:15 - 8:30pm (3 classes)
Instructors: Peggy Leiby and Ret Turner
Expand your repertoire of moves and develop your partnering skills:

Expand your repertoire of moves and develop your partnering skills:
Oct 26 zig-zags & grapevines ~ Nov 2 promenade flourishes ~ Nov 9 pivaloops & twirls

Partners not required
Registration will be reasonably gender balanced
For more info and registration form see www.mostlywaltz.com/mwlessons.html or call Ret Turner or Peggy Leiby at 215-643-4397.
$36 for 3 lessons
$60 for 6 lessons
One class at a time: $15 each
PLEASE let us know if & when you plan to attend so we can monitor gender balance