Dance/Fitness Classes - Summer 2024
Darlington's Dance Program provides quality dance education to students of all ages in a fun, encouraging and supportive environment. Students gain an appreciation of dance and valuable performing experience through participation in weekly classes. Semester classes & workshops are available throughout the year -- no competitions, light commitment, lots of fun! We are located in Garnet Valley and convenient to Glen Mills, Chadds Ford, Wilmington, and West Chester.
Please click here to see our recommended dance attire for each class!
Because we are a member-supported center for the arts, a non-refundable Family Membership of $75, valid from September 1 through August 31, is required to enroll in all activities (exceptions are noted and include all workshops) and will be pro-rated to $40 for activities beginning after March 1. The Family Membership may be tax-deductible and allows Darlington to maintain facilities, provide excellent administration, care for our instruments and studios, and fulfill our mission to provide Every Art for Everyone.
Tiny Tutus
Ages: 2-3, Wednesdays, 3:30pm-4:00pm
Our youngest ballerinas are introduced to classical ballet technique, vocabulary and rhythm through games and fairy tale stories.
Teaching Artist: Natasha Rosenberg
Summer Session 2: July 24, 2024 – August 14, 2024 (4 weeks)
Skip Dates: None
Price before/after May 31: $57/$60
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Dance To The Music Of . . . Billie Eilish **NEW CLASS**
Ages: 7-12, Wednesdays, 4:00pm-5:00pm
Try this new dance class dedicated to the music of a different musical artist each session. No dance experience or special dance shoes required. Just bring your love of Billie Eilish and a willingness to move!
Teaching Artist: Natasha Rosenberg
Summer Session 1: June 26, 2024 – July 17, 2024 (4 weeks)
Skip Dates: None
Price before/after May 31: $86/$90
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Dance To The Music Of . . . Justin Bieber **NEW CLASS**
Ages: 7-12, Wednesdays, 4:00pm-5:00pm
Try this new dance class dedicated to the music of a different musical artist each session. No dance experience or special dance shoes required. Just bring your love of Justin Bieber and a willingness to move!
Teaching Artist: Natasha Rosenberg
Summer Session 2: July 24, 2024 – August 14, 2024 (4 weeks)
Skip Dates: None
Price before/after May 31: $86/$90
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Beginner Ballet for Teens & Adults
Ages: 14+, Wednesdays, 5:30pm-6:30pm
Have fun with no experience required! An ideal class for beginners, this semester class will teach you the basic movements and vocabulary that are the foundation for classical ballet and tap. You will build core strength and flexibility in a fun and encouraging environment.
Teacher: Crystal Burnett
Summer Session 1: June 26, 2024 – July 17, 2024 (4 weeks)
Skip Dates: None
Price before/after May 31: $86/$90
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Summer Session 2: July 24, 2024 – August 14, 2024 (4 weeks)
Skip Dates: None
Price before/after May 31: $86/$90
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Vinyasa Yoga
Ages: 18+, Mondays, 6:45pm-7:45pm
Yoga returns to Darlington! While Hatha yoga focuses on one pose at a time, with rest in between, Vinyasa yoga (also know as flow) strings poses together to make a sequence. Classes are 60 minutes and are designed for all levels. The instructor will provide various options throughout the class to accommodate varying skill levels.
Teaching Artist: Melissa Hanigosky
Summer Session 1: June 17, 2024 – July 15, 2024 (4 weeks) - DELAYED START BY ONE WEEK - NEW START DATE June 24, 2024
Skip Dates: 7/1/24
Price: $90 (No Membership Required) - $25 Drop-In Rate (if space permits)
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Summer Session 2: July 22, 2024 – August 12, 2024 (4 weeks)
Skip Dates: None
Price: $90 (No Membership Required) - $25 Drop-In Rate (if space permits)
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Private Dance Instruction
Experienced instructors can help students of all ages and levels begin or improve their technique. To schedule your lessons, call the Registrar at (610) 358-3632.
Why Darlington?
"It is FUN, not competitive!"
"The focus is on the dancers and the art of dance"
"After four years of ballet with [our dance teacher], we just can't say enough about her! Our daughter adores her. And not just because she's "nice"... My daughter sees the value of attention to detail, personal effort, dedication, and the beauty of dance because of [our teacher]'s high standards and good teaching." - Angela, Chadds Ford
"Creativity in dance classes, small class sizes"
"The instructor. She kept my child engaged and wanting to learn more. It brought a tear to my eye watching my child practice her heart out and wanting to go back to class to show her teacher what she has learned. You a have phenomenal teacher that truly is passionate about what she does and it shows in each child that takes her class."