Basics of Choreography class for teens, Savannah Cultural Arts Center

The Savannah Cultural Arts Center welcomes teen dancers and choreographers of all levels to their new class: Basics of Choreography!

Bring out your inner dancer and choreographer with this unique class! We will study various styles of choreography from conceptualization and the first step to a completed piece. The instructor will lead the class through working in various styles and with input from all participants, you will work towards a final showcase piece for friends and family. Come ready to move and create!

This class runs for 8 weeks.

Thursdays, 6:30-7:30PM, starting Thurs. Aug. 19. Ages 14+. Instructor: MiKeshia McPhaul

Register today online here.

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In-Person Art Classes start Aug. 16 @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center

Classes are back at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center! In person 8 and 6-week series classes for ages 6 and up begin August 16 and 30th!
Get back in the studio with art discovery classes, ceramics, guitar, acting, and more.

8-Week Classes (Begin August 16)
Basics of Choreography (14+)
Intro to Guitar (10-15 and 16+)
Modern African Fusion (13+)

6-Week Classes (Begin August 30)
Adventures in Art
Ceramics (9-12 and 12-16)
Character Development Through Movement and Imagination (13-18)
Discovering Art (6-8)
Home School Art (6-12) *biweekly

Learn more and register at savannahga.gov/artsclasses.

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Winter 2021 Events @ The Sandbox Children Museums (on Hilton Head Is. & at Tanger Outlets 2 in Bluffton)

Creative Movement and Dance @ The Sandbox Children’s Museum, Hilton Head Is. 

Have you been looking for a movement and dance class for your child who loves to move? Then this class is designed for them. Geared for the 3-6-year-old, this class runs for 6 weeks on Saturdays. Children will learn basic dance steps while having fun through movement. Children will be introduced to musicality and basic ballet steps.
Children (ages 3-6 years) $90- 6 week session, $45 sibling – includes admission to the museum
Members (ages 3-6 years) $42- 6 week session, $35 member sibling

Register online here. Click on the “Book Now” button.

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YOGA KIDS IS HERE @ The Sandbox Children’s Museum Tanger 2 in Bluffton SC & online 

The Yoga Kids program is designed for the 5-10-year-old who likes to move but also wants to work on flexibility and calming techniques. Basic yoga poses will be introduced to help develop a balanced heart and head.

Sunday’s 2/14, 2/28, 3/14, 3/28 11:45-12:30pm
In-person or zoom option

Children (ages 5-10 years) $20 in person, $10 Sibling or Zoom access

Member children $12 in person, $5 Sibling or Zoom access

Register online here.  Click on “Book Now.”

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Discover, Imagine, Grow(D.I.G.) FREE school readiness program, Tanger 2 location in Bluffton SC

Discover, Imagine, Grow(D.I.G.) FREE school readiness program is back at the Tanger 2 location in Bluffton SC on Thursday mornings during the 10AM play session! With a smaller group size and health and safety protocols, your 3-5-year-old can experience hands-on learning in a guided setting. Curriculum is aligned with the SC Early Learning Standards and covers topics in Art, Science, Math, and Social Studies!

Limited number of spaces available.

To register please call The Sandbox Tanger 2 location at 843-705-6235

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Science Storytime @ The Sandbox Children’s Museum Tanger Outlets 2 location in Bluffton SC

Friday’s 3:30-4:30, Free with admission

Designed for children ages 5 and up
This program combines a book with a fun staff-led STEAM project.

Register online here.  Click “Book Now.”

Cuentos en Espanol

Unase a nosotros el sabado para nuestro programa de Cuentos en Espanol en la sesión de juego de la 10:00 am. Este programa esta diseñado para niños de hasta 4 años.

Cada Semana vamos a leer una historia diferente y tenemos una pequeña actividad relacionada. Este programa es gratuito con la entrada. El espacia es limitado. Reserve su lugar y compre sus boletos en linea en nuestro sitio web http://www.thesandbox.org

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KIDS’ NIGHT OUT at both Hilton Head & Bluffton Sandbox Children’s Museum locations

Enjoy a night out without your adults! Come and enjoy a playful evening in the museum with special activities and a pizza dinner. Space is limited.

Children ages 4-12 years $40, Sibling & Members $30

Reserve your spot online here. Click on “Book Now”.

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The Sandbox Children Museums

Two Locations

Hilton Head Island
18 A Pope Ave
Hilton Head Island,
SC 29928
(843) 842-7645

Tanger 2
1414 Fording Island Rd
Suite E-180
Bluffton, SC 29910
(843) 705-6235

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Savannah Dance Co. 

Savannah’s newest dance school is now offering FREE registration for dancers ages 3-4 for Tuesday morning classes, 10-10:45AM as well as for a Mommy and Me Tuesday morning classes, 11-11:45AM.

Use the promo code FREE2020 to register for free.

Learn about classes offered & register for classes online here. 

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Savannah Dance Co. 

Savannah’s newest dance school is now enrolling dancers ages 2-18. Mommy and Me, Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Contemporary, and Acro Dance are available. For recreational and competitive students.

Learn about classes offered & register for classes online here. 

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FREE Parent & Child Dance Class @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center
Fri. Dec. 27, 9-10AM (Ages 2-12 parent & child session)
Fri. Dec. 27, 12:30-1:30PM (Ages 8-12 solo session)
Free

A free, fun and interactive workshop ideal for families who want to learn dance basics or just have fun exercising together! Open to parents and caregivers with children aged 12 and younger.

Free but register online here.

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Front Porch Improv presents a hilarious one-hour show @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center on Sat. Dec. 28, 2019, 12:30-1:30PM

This show is family-friendly, so bring the kiddos – and chock-full of interesting characters and funny scenes.

The audience is encouraged to shout out suggestions. Great for any age.

Tickets are $5.

Ages 5 and younger are free.

Buy show tickets online here.

Brought to you by the Savannah Cultural Arts Center.

Savannah Cultural Arts Center
201 Montgomery St.
Savannah, GA 31401

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Your child can take drop-in contemporary ballet classes at the new Savannah Cultural Arts Center. 

Drop-In Contemporary Ballet 
Wednesdays through Nov. 20, 5:30-7PM
Ages 13+ (intermediate to advanced level)
$20 per session

This ballet-based technique class blended with elements of contemporary/modern dance is designed to challenge the dancer with established ballet training, allowing for greater freedom of expression as the class break from purely classical forms, and explore movements that take the body on and off-center while flowing to a mix of upbeat music.

Register online here. 

For more information,  call (912) 651-6417 or email Sarah Pinson at Spinson@savannahga.gov

Savannah Cultural Arts Center
201 Montgomery St.
Savannah GA 31401

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Legacy Irish Dance Classes in Savannah
Fall 2019 Savannah

Your child can learn Irish Dance this fall @ Legacy Irish Dance Academy in Savannah.

Receive one FREE month of Irish dance classes when you mention you saw this flyer above on SouthernMamas.com.

Cost is $60 per month & 20% discount for siblings.  No purchase needed for class attendance. Savannah classes are held @ Legacy studio off Harry Truman Parkway on Skidaway Road every Tuesday. BOYS DANCE FOR FREE.

Register online here. 

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Legacy Irish Dance Classes in Savannah
Fall 2019 Savannah

Your child can learn Irish Dance this fall @ Legacy Irish Dance Academy in Savannah.

Receive one FREE month of Irish dance classes when you mention you saw this flyer above on SouthernMamas.com.

Cost is $60 per month & 20% discount for siblings.  No purchase needed for class attendance. Savannah classes are held @ Legacy studio off Harry Truman Parkway on Skidaway Road every Tuesday. BOYS DANCE FOR FREE.

Register online here. 

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Crowned Elite Athletics hip hop classes in Savannah are high-energy classes that combine many different urban dance styles such as poppin’, locking, and breaking.

Crowned Elite instructors will encourage students to step outside of the box by bringing their own individual style and personality to their dances.

Crowned Elite instructors teach rhythm, coordination, musicality and choreography without suggestive music or movements. Dancers are challenged to think on their feet while enjoying an energetic and fast-paced class.

Hip hop dancers develop focus, strength, and agility while having fun.

Crowned Elite hip hop classes are excellent for high-energy children who want to learn while having FUN.

Open to the public. ALL SKILL LEVELS ARE WELCOME! Ages 5 and older.

Sign up online here or email office@crownedeliteathletics.com for additional information.

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Crowned Elite Athletics  in Savannah is offering these specialty classes: Stretch & Flex, Pre-Flight as well as Jump Class.

Jump Class

This class will focus on proper stretching technique and extensive strength training to complete all required jump positions. In addition to stretching and conditioning, instructors will train proper arm and leg placement to perform each jump successfully and correctly. Athletes will learn Toe Touch, Pike Jump, Hurdlers, Combination Jumps, and Jumps into Tumbling.

Tuesdays, 7:15-8:15PM

Perfect for current and aspiring competition cheerleaders. Learn more here. 

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Stretch & Flex for ages 5 & older

Stretching is not only beneficial for jumps and flyer flexibility, but it also reduces the overall risk of injury for all star athletes as well as athletes in our tumbling classes. This stretching class will focus on the proper techniques of stretching the right, left, and middle splits, proper back flexibility, and proper shoulder flexibility.   Ages 5 and up are welcome.

Sundays, 3-4PM
Tuesdays, 7:30-8:30PM

Learn more here. 

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Flight classes

Pre-Flight

Learn the basics of flight to become a phenomenal competition cheerleader. Athletes will learn proper flexibility techniques and body positions for flyers such as heel stretches, scorpions, and bow & arrows. Open to anyone interested in learning or working on flying skills.

Sundays, 4-5PM

Learn more here. 

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Crowned Elite Athletics offers a wide variety of classes including tumbling, flight, coed stunting, jumps and flexibility in their Savannah gym.

Tumbling and stunting are a huge aspects of cheerleading, especially at the competitive level (High/Middle School & All-Star).

These classes are also a great way to get started with competitive, game day and other types of cheerleading. These classes also a great way to build self confidence, body control, and physical fitness.

Crowned Elite Athletics offers a variety of classes for children age 4 and older, ranging from very basic to advanced levels.

Work with Crowned Elite’s amazing staff of former all star and collegiate cheerleaders, along with several gymnastic coaches, to learn the skills necessary to progress to the next level. Crowned Elite’s tumbling coaches are USASF Certified Levels 1-5.

New to Crowed Elite Athletics gym? Come in for a FREE trial class. (available to new members)

Tumbling classes begin in August 2018. Learn more and register here. 

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Bring your kids to Savannah Ballet Theatre’s production of The Little Mermaid on April 21 at The Lucas Theatre for the Arts in Savannah.

Each performance will be followed up with a Character Meet and Greet, free with ticket. Kids’ tickets for the matinee are only $12!

The world-renowned professional company along with local students from the community will present two performances on April 21. SBT’s production of The Little Mermaid premiered in 2015 and launched SBT’s series of original ballets adapted from adventure-filled stories.

SBT’s adaptation is based on the tale by Hans Christian Andersen – moving audiences beyond the Disney version and allowing them to experience the story in a new way.

The Little Mermaid ballet
The Lucas Theatre for the Arts
April 21, 2018
Showtimes: 1PM & 7:30PM
Tickets: $12-$35,
Tickets: Savannah Box Office 912-525-5050
Buy tickets online here.

Savannah Ballet Theatre will also present a special outreach performance for K-12 schools students on Fri. April 20 at 10AM at the Lucas Theatre. Outreach tickets: $5 for students with free tickets for teachers. For outreach info, contact Abby McCuen at 912-897-2102.

About Savannah Ballet Theatre

Established in 1998, Savannah Ballet Theatre is the premiere ballet company of Coastal Georgia. It is SBT’s mission “to develop and showcase the talent of dedicated Savannah dancers and to engage in educational outreach and promotion of the art of dance within our community.”

Learn more here. 

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Bond with your child at mommy & me dance classes @ The STUDIO, which offers the most professional and innovative dance training in Savannah. All ages. All levels.

Mommy & Me class @ The STUDIO is great introduction to movement with your little one and a creative activity to do together!

These 45min Toddler & Me dance classes are for children 18 months up to the age of 3 years. Music, movement, balance and the basic dance steps are introduced in a fun, friendly and positive manner.

This type of class includes mom or dad or another loved one participating in the class along with the little dancer. The STUDIO teachers will keep the music and curriculum moving along while parents take an active role in encouraging, supporting and keeping the little dancer on track.

Where: The STUDIO Savannah
When: Tuesdays, 10AM
Cost: $50/month
Register today. Call (954) 682-5694

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About The STUDIO

Conveniently located near East Victory Drive and Skidaway Road in Savannah, The STUDIO provides individual attention, classical and contemporary training, intricate choreography, unique performance experiences, and inspiration.

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Dancers are invited to participate in Savannah’s first annual dance festival – Savannah En Pointe Dance Festival – October 20-22 2017.

Funds raised from this festival will go towards equipment and supplies for Garrison School for the Arts’ Fine Arts dance department.

Masterclasses will include: Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Modern, Contemporary, Hip hop, Tap, Character, Pilates

The festival will feature:
• Student Showcase
• Panel Discussions
• Early Bird Discounts
• Teacher Specials
• Studio Discounts
• Food Trucks
• Dance Vendors
• Renowned Dance Artists

The festival will be @ Garrison School for the Arts: Performing Arts Center
726 West Jones St., Savannah, GA 31401

Register here. 

New class announcement @ The STUDIO-Savannah

The STUDIO-Savannah is now offering Mommy-and- Me classes. Classes begin the week of August 14 2017.

This is a great way to get introduced to ballet together.

For ages 18 months-3 years old
Thursdays 1:30PM
Cost: $50 per month

Reserve your spot today @ www.thestudiosav.net or email at Elyse.TheStudio@yahoo.com

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