Dance
Grades 1 - 2
Sep 2, 2025 to May 12, 2026 from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM
24 students
$1,030 for 29 classes
Description
The Jazz/Tap curriculum at SMES allows young dancers the opportunity to get a taste of both jazz and tap dance. In jazz, the students will work on correct posture, placement, musicality, grounded footwork, and coordination. In tap, the students will practice rudimentary tap elements, rhythmic listening exercises, traveling combinations, and improvisation. The class time is divided in half to work on each style.
Dress Code
Girls: Black leotard, black yoga pants/leggings, tan jazz shoes and black tap shoes. Hair MUST be in a pony-tail or bun, before entering the classroom.
Boys: White T-shirt, black shorts/pants, black jazz shoes and black tap shoes.
Dancers must be in uniform at the start of class. Don’t forget a snack and water bottle for your dancer.
Pick-Up: Dance instructors will pick up the dancers at 3:15pm and walk them to the PAC Dance Studio. Dancers will then change into their dance clothing.
Dismissal: Dance instructors will walk the dancers to the PAC parking lot and guide each dancer to their car for pick-up.
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What to bring
water bottle , small snack, Girls: Black leotard, black yoga pants/leggings, tan jazz shoes and black tap shoes. Hair MUST be in a pony-tail or bun, before entering the classroom., Boys: White T-shirt, black shorts/pants and black jazz shoes and black tap shoes.
Cancellation policy
Class Changes and Cancellations
All class details (dates, times, grade levels, costs, teachers) are subject to change until registration opens.
If a class has low enrollment after registration opens, families will be notified before the first class that the program is at risk of cancellation. We always aim to run each class, but if the minimum number of students is not met, the class may be cancelled.
If a class is cancelled, families will be offered alternative class options for the same day when possible. If no alternative works for your schedule, you will receive a full refund.
Withdrawing and Transfers
Prior to withdrawal deadlines, you may withdraw your child from any class for any reason and receive a full refund. If you wish to transfer your child to a different class, please contact us. We will do our best to accommodate your request. If the new class has higher tuition or materials fees, you will be responsible for the difference.
No refunds or credits will be issued after the following deadlines:
Fall 2025: September 8
Winter 2025: November 14
Spring 2026: February 27
Yearlong Dance Conservatory: September 12
Refunds
If we cancel a class for any reason, a full refund will be issued. No refunds or credits will be given after the deadlines listed above. If you have questions or special circumstances, please reach out to us and we will be happy to discuss options with you.
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About the provider
Extension Programs at St. Margaret's Episcopal School; where after-school is more than an after-thought.
St. Margaret’s Episcopal School is a vibrant, diverse community committed to educating the hearts and minds of young people for lives of learning, leadership, and service. Through our Extension Programs, after-school hours become a time for personal growth, exploration, and connection.
Extension Programs offer engaging activities—like enrichment classes and clubs, the Dance Conservatory, Parent Night Out events, and more—designed to help students discover new interests, build friendships across grade levels, and develop confidence beyond the standard school day. From science experiments and technology projects to the arts, athletics, and creative challenges, our programs nurture the whole child in a supportive environment.
Guided by our core values of character, community, balance, equity and inclusion, and high expectations, Extension Programs empower students to learn, lead, and thrive. Our dedicated team believes every child should have opportunities to take risks, try something new, and grow independently and collaboratively.
St. Margaret’s Extension Programs are open to current SMES students in KG through Grade 8, supervised by caring staff who value safety, creativity, and the joy of learning.
