Participants will learn basic ballet techniques in a fun and low-key environment. Students will gain coordination, flexibility, musicality, and appreciation for the art of dance.

Suggested footwear: Ballet Shoes

*No refunds after the first class.

Dates:

• October 29 – December 17, 2026
• No class on Thanksgiving

Schedule:

• Thursdays from 5:00-6:00pm

Ages: 5-6 years old

Location: Northern Dauphin County YMCA

For more information, please contact Matt Johnson at [email protected].

Participants will learn basic ballet and jazz techniques in a fun, low-key environment. Students will develop coordination, flexibility, musicality, and rhythm while building a strong foundation and appreciation for the art of dance.

Suggested footwear: Ballet shoes and socks

*No refunds after the first class.

Dates:

• October 29 – December 17, 2026
• No class on Thanksgiving

Schedule:

• Thursdays from 6:00-7:00pm

Ages: 7-9 years old

Location: Northern Dauphin County YMCA

For more information, please contact Matt Johnson at [email protected].

Participants will learn basic ballet techniques in a fun and low-key environment. Students will gain coordination, flexibility, musicality, and appreciation for the art of dance.

Dates:

• October 30 – December 18, 2026 *No Class 11/27*

Schedule:

• Fridays from 5:55pm-6:45pm

Ages: 5-9 years

Location: West Shore YMCA

*No refunds after the first class.

For more information, please contact Doug Markel at [email protected].

In this unique class, participants will learn how to perform in a musical theater setting by developing their jazz dance, acting, and performance skills. The group will be dancing to songs from both classic and contemporary musicals. This is a wonderful class for those looking to learn how to perform in musicals or just have fun.

Dates:

• September 11 – October 23, 2026
• October 30 – December 18, 2026 *No Class 11/27

Schedule: 

• Fall I: Fridays from 6:00-7:00pm
• Fall II: Fridays from 6:50-7:40pm

Ages: 7-11

Location: West Shore YMCA

For more information, please contact Doug Markel at [email protected].

This class will teach students basic ballet technique in a positive and uplifting atmosphere. No experience is required as this is just a introduction to the world of ballet.

Dates:

• September 11 – October 23, 2026
• October 30 – December 18, 2026 *No Class 11/27*

Schedule:

• Fall I: Fridays from 5:00pm-6:00pm
• Fall II: 5:00pm-5:50pm

Ages: 4-6 years

Location: West Shore YMCA Fitness Studio I

For questions or additional information, please reach out to Doug Markel at [email protected].

Developed by Zumba and Babyfirst, Zumbini is an early childhood program that uses original music and movement to promote cognitive, social, fine/gross motor skills, and emotional development for children ages 0-4, all while creating the ultimate bonding experience for the parent and the child! This program runs for 10 weeks and will be taught by Aga Francuz Chandler.

Dates:

• September 14 – November 20, 2026
• November 27, 2026 – February 12, 2027

Schedule:

• Mondays from 11:30am-12:15pm
• Fridays from 12:30pm-1:15pm

Ages: 0-4 years

Location: West Shore YMCA Multipurpose Room

For additional information or questions, please reach out to Tim Palmer at [email protected]