Welcome to Rhythmic Force Dance at the New Britain YMCA. We have classes for dancers ages 3 and older. Please note a YMCA Youth Membership is required when you sign up. A minimum of three (3) students per class is needed to run a class. Classes may be combined at the dance director’s discretion.
Winter - 13 Week Dance Program
- January 4 - March 29, 2025
- Member Fee: $165
- Program Member Fee: $195
Spring - 10 Week Recital Program
- April 5 - June 7, 2025
- (No registrations after April 5, 2025)
- Member Fee: $165
- Program Member Fee: $195
- Additional Costume Fee: $65
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
Tiny Gems Classes: This class is for dancers ages 3-5 years old. Dancers will be learning the fundamentals of each style at a beginner level, and choreography for a recital at the end of year. Black Tap shoes and pink Ballet shoes will be required for class. Acro classes will be barefoot.
Sapphire and Emerald Classes: This class is for dancers ages 6-8. Dancers will be learning the fundamentals of each style at a beginner level, and choreography for a recital at the end of the year. Emerald dancers will be potentially competing in competitions throughout the year. Black tap shoes, pink ballet shoes, and black hip hop shoes will be required. Acro classes will be barefoot.
Ruby Classes: This class is for dancers ages 8 – 12 years old. Dancers will be learning the fundamentals of each style at a beginner/intermediate level, and choreography for a recital at the end of the year. Dancers will be potentially competing in competitions throughout the year. Black tap shoes, pink ballet shoes, black hip hop shoes, tan half soles, and tan jazz shoes will be required. Acro classes will be barefoot.
Pearl Classes: This is for dancers ages 10 - 13 years old. Dancers will be learning the fundamentals of each style at an intermediate/advanced level, and choreography for a recital at the end of the year. Dancers will also be potentially competing in competitions throughout the year. Black tap shoes, pink ballet shoes, tan jazz shoes, tan half soles, and black hip hop shoes will be required. Acro classes will be barefoot.
Diamond Classes: This is for dancers ages 13 and up unless advised by a teacher. Dancers will be learning the fundamentals of each style at an advanced level, and choreography for a recital at the end of the year. Dancers will also be potentially competing in competitions throughout the year. Black tap shoes, pink ballet shoes, tan jazz shoes, and black hip hop shoes will be required. Acro classes will be barefoot.
Schedule
Saturday
- 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Tiny Gems Tap/ Ballet
- 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Emerald Tap/Ballet
- 11:40 a.m. – 12:40 p.m. Ruby Ballet/Tap
- 12:50 p.m. – 1:50 p.m. Ruby Jazz and Contemporary
- 2:00 - 2:45 p.m. Diamond Contemporary/Ballet
- 2:45 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Diamond Jazz
Contact the New Britain YMCA for class times and prices at 860-229-3787.
How To Register for Programs:
1. If you already have an up-to-date membership you can register online, by phone at 860.229.3787, or in-person at the New Britain YMCA at 50 High Street.
2. If you do not have a membership yet or need to update your membership, register in-person at the New Britain YMCA at 50 High Street.