Dance & Performing Arts
Evergreen Park and Recreation District’s dance program is done in partnership with Evergreen Dance Center. Evergreen Dance Center offers a variety of recreational and competitive classes to ensure that each child has the opportunity to develop a well-rounded performing arts education. Our staff promotes discipline, creativity, and self-confidence by teaching the art of movement. Students are encouraged to perform with grace and confidence and grow as a performer and an individual.
You must first contact the Evergreen Dance Center before enrolling online. Contact via phone at 303-670-7221 or by emailing the Center to get your dancer placed into class. Visit Evergreen Dance Center online at evergreendancecenter.com.
Class Offerings
Classes are held at Wulf or Buchanan Park Recreation Center
PLEASE NOTE: You must contact Evergreen Dance Center (303-670-7221) prior to registering online.
Pre-Ballet (3.6 to 5 Years)
- Introductory ballet and creative movement. Exceptions at teacher’s discretion.
- Register: Register for Pre-Ballet - Fall
Ballet 1 (5 to 6 Years)
- Introductory ballet and creative movement. Classical ballet foundation.
- Register: Register for Ballet 1 - Fall
Ballet 2 (6 to 8 Years)
- Beginning ballet. Classical ballet foundation.
- Register: Register for Ballet 2 - Fall
Ballet 3 (8 to 10 Years)
- Beginning/Intermediate ballet. Classical ballet foundation.
- Register: Register for Ballet 3 - Fall
Ballet 4 (10 to 16 Years)
- This ballet class runs twice a week on Mondays and Wednesdays, teaching intermediate/advanced ballet technique. Teacher placement/approval.
- Register: Register for Ballet 4 - Fall
Ballet 5 / Pointe (13 to 18 Years)
- This ballet class runs twice a week on Mondays and Wednesdays, teaching advanced ballet and pointe technique. Teacher placement/approval.
- Register: Register for Ballet 5 - Fall
PLEASE NOTE: You must contact Evergreen Dance Center (303-670-7221) prior to registering online at the below link.
Hip Hop 1 (4 to 6 Years)
- Beginning Hip Hop movement.
- Register: Register for Hip Hop1 - Fall
Hip Hop 2 (7 to 10 Years)
- Intermediate Hip Hop movement.
- Register: Register for Hip Hop 2 - Fall
Hip Hop 3 (10 to 16 Years)
- Advanced Hip Hop movement. Teacher placement/approval.
- Register: Register for Hip Hop 3
Hip Hop 4 (14 to 18 Years)
- Advanced Hip Hop movement. Teacher placement/approval.
- Register: Register for Hip Hop 4 - Fall
PLEASE NOTE: You must contact Evergreen Dance Center (303-670-7221) prior to
registering online at the below link.
Jazz 1 (7 to 12 Years)
- Jazz foundations for beginners.
- Register: Register for Jazz 1 - Fall
Jazz 2 (11 to 16 Years)
- Intermediate Jazz foundation and technique.
- Register: Register for Jazz 2 - Fall
Jazz 3 (14 to 18 Years)
- Intermediate/Advanced Jazz technique and fundamentals. Teacher placement/approval.
- Register: Register for Jazz 3 - Fall
Jazz Funk (12 to 18 Years)
- Intermediate combination of Jazz and Hip Hop fundamentals and movement. Teacher placement/approval.
- Register: Register for Jazz Funk - Fall
PLEASE NOTE: You must contact Evergreen Dance Center (303-670-7221) prior to registering online at the below link.
Lyrical/Contemporary 1 (10 to 16 Years)
- Advanced lyrical/contemporary dance movement. Co-requisite ballet or jazz.
- Register: Register for Lyrical/Contemporary 1 - Fall
Lyrical/Contemporary 2 (13 to 18 Years)
- Advanced lyrical/contemporary dance movement. Co-requisite ballet or jazz.
- Register: Register for Lyrical 2 - Fall
PLEASE NOTE: You must contact Evergreen Dance Center (303-670-7221) prior to registering online at the below link.
Modern 1 (10-16)
- Intermediate modern foundation and technique. Ages 10-16. Teacher placement/approval.
- Register: Register for Modern 1 - Fall
Modern 2 (13-18)
- Advanced modern foundation and technique. Ages 14-18. Teacher placement/approval.
- Register: Register for Modern 2 - Fall
Offers students the opportunity to gain additional performance and competition experience. Must audition to be a part of the team. The class will be held at Wulf Recreation Center.
PLEASE NOTE: You must contact Evergreen Dance Center (303-670-7221) prior to registering online at the below link.
This Jazz/Tap combination class will introduce fundamental jazz and tap movement, rhythms and patterns. Ages 5-7 years old. Participants must have Jazz and Tap shoes.
You must first contact the Evergreen Dance Center before enrolling online. Contact via phone at 303.670.7221 or by emailing the Center at evergreendancecenter@gmail.com to get your dancer placed into class.
Class attire - jazz and tap shoes, athletic attire. Hair must be securely tied back in a ponytail, braid or bun for all dance classes.
Register: Register for Jazz/Tap Combo - Fall
PLEASE NOTE: You must contact Evergreen Dance Center (303-670-7221) prior to
registering online at the below link.
Tap 1 (6 to 10 Years)
- Tap foundations for beginners.
- Register: Register for Tap 1 - Fall
Tap 2 (10 to 16 Years)
- Intermediate Tap foundation and technique.
- Register: Register for Tap 2 - Fall
Tap 3 (13 to 18 Years)
- Intermediate/Advanced Tap technique and fundamentals. Teacher placement/approval.
- Register: Register for Tap 3 - Fall
Dance Info and Events
Registration Fee and Payment Policy/Multi-Class Discount -
The Evergreen Dance Center Program starts in September and runs through the end of May. Classes are continuous, but new students are welcome any time during the year. You must first contact the Evergreen Dance Center before enrolling online. Contact via phone at 303-670-7221 or by emailing the Center to get your dancer placed into class.
An annual registration fee of $25 is due in September or at the time of registration. All continuing students must register each year.
Tuition is based on a yearly rate in which holidays and recesses are excluded. This yearly rate is divided into nine installments, which are due on the first of each month, September through May. No credits, refunds, or transfers will be issued for missed classes. Full monthly tuition must be paid on time for students to participate in class.
A multi-class discount applies when a student, or sibling, is taking two or more dance classes. A 30% discount will be applied to each class. These discounts will be applied on a month-to-month basis. You will not get the discount if you pay for multiple months in advance. The discounts will become available at the beginning of each month, for that month.
- Ballet – pink ballet slippers, leotards and tights, optional ballet skirt
- Jazz – dance pants/athletic wear, fitted top, nude jazz shoes
- Tap – dance pants/athletic wear, fitted top, black tap shoes
- Lyrical/Contemporary/Modern – dance pants/athletic wear, fitted top, bare feet, socks, or lyrical shoes
- Hip Hop – dance attire you can move freely in (NO jeans), sneakers
- Hair – hair must be securely tied back in a ponytail, braid, or bun for all dance classes
The Evergreen Dance Center annual dance recital provides students the wonderful opportunity to perform. Although the recital is optional, most children are thrilled to participate in this fantastic event. Costume fees and a $58 performance fee per family are required to participate.