Page 8 - Kent Parks Recreation Guide Spring-Summer 2026

YOUTH & TEEN SPRING DANCE RECITAL

Saturday, June 6, 2026
Recital admission ticket: $8 for youth & $10 for adults. If you have missed
this opportunity, stay tuned for Fall classes and our Holiday Recital.
DANCE

Pre-Ballet
Young dancers will develop strength and coordination while having fun discovering the
joy of dance. Suggested dress: leotards, tights, and ballet shoes (girls - pink, boys - black). YOUTH LEARNING
Kent Commons | $64/8, $56/7 | Age 3-4 | Instructor: Miss Mary
DAY SESSIONS DATES TIMES #
Tue 8 sess. 6/30-8/18 4:15pm-5pm YO0604 03S NEW! Science Explorers Age 6-12
Wed 7 sess. 7/1-8/19 9:30am-10:15am YO0604 05S
Curiosity and exploration are building blocks for fun! Explore Science,
Kent Commons | $64/8, $56/7 | Age 4-6 | Instructor: Miss Mary Technology, Engineering, and Math through fun, hands-on activities designed
to spark curiosity and creativity.
DAY SESSIONS DATES TIMES # Kent Commons | $36/3, $48/4, $60/5 | Instructor: Miss Jodi
Tue 8 sess. 6/30-8/18 5:30pm-6:15pm YO0604 04S DAY SESSIONS DATES TIMES #
Thu 7 sess. 7/2-8/13 5:30pm-6:15pm YO0604 06S Wed 5 sess. 4/1-4/29 3pm-4pm YO0105 01S
Wed 4 sess. 5/6-5/27 3pm-4pm YO0105 02S
Pre-Ballet & Tap Age 4-6 Wed 3 sess. 6/3-6/17 3pm-4pm YO0105 03S
This combination of ballet and tap includes simple ballet techniques and basic
tap shuffles. Pink ballet and black tap shoes required. NEW! Science Explorers Homeschool Age 6-12
Kent Commons | $72 | Instructor: Miss Mary
Sessions are designed for homeschool families who are looking for more ways
DAY SESSIONS DATES TIMES # their students can explore science through hands-on experiments and activities.
Wed 8 sess. 7/1-8/19 11am-12pm YO0601 02S Kent Commons | $70/5, $56/4, $42/3 | Instructor: Miss Jodi
Wed 8 sess. 7/1-8/19 4:45pm-5:45pm YO0601 03S DAY SESSIONS DATES TIMES #
Tue 8 sess. 6/30-8/18 6:15pm-7:15pm YO0601 04S Wed 5 sess. 4/1-4/29 1:15pm-2:30pm YO0105 04S
Wed 4 sess. 5/6-5/27 1:15pm-2:30pm YO0105 05S
Ballet & Tap Age 6-12 Wed 3 sess. 6/3-6/17 1:15pm-2:30pm YO0105 06S
This class will take students to a higher level in ballet with more technique, terms,
grace, and an introduction to Lyrical Ballet. Pink ballet and black tap shoes required.
Kent Commons | $72 | Instructor: Miss Mary Safe at Home Age 8-12
DAY SESSIONS DATES TIMES # Join us to learn essential safety skills for any situation! We’ll cover family
communication, first aid, internet safety, gun safety, phone etiquette, and door
Wed 8 sess. 7/1-8/13 5:45pm-6:45pm YO0602 03S safety. Gain confidence and comfort while staying home alone! Participants
should bring a water bottle and snack to class.
Ballet I & II Age 6-12 Kent Commons | $40 | Instructor: J. Ball
This class is for beginning and continuing level ballet students. Suggested dress: DAY SESSIONS DATES TIMES #
leotards, tights, and ballet shoes. Sat 1 sess. 6/6 2pm-4pm YO0102 01S
Kent Commons | $63 | Instructor: Miss Mary
DAY SESSIONS DATES TIMES # Super Sitters Age 11-16
Thu 7 sess. 7/2-8/13 4:30pm-5:30pm YO0605 02S Come for a day of fun while earning your Super Sitters Certificate. This class
will cover leadership and the business of babysitting, basic care for children,
understanding children of different age groups, safety, and first aid. Learn the
Intro To Pre-Ballet Age 3-5 skills you need to be a great babysitter. Please bring a lunch and snack to class.
Participants are encouraged to register early as this class fills quickly.
This 30-minute class is perfect for the beginning dancer. Participants will learn Kent Commons | $85 | Instructor: J. Ball
simple ballet techniques to lively music. Ballet shoes are preferred, but not
required. Suggested dress: leotard and tights. DAY SESSIONS DATES TIMES #
Kent Commons | $49/7, $56/8, $63/9 | Instructor: Miss Mary Sat 1 sess. 6/6 9am-2pm YO0103 01S
DAY SESSIONS DATES TIMES #
Thu 9 sess. 4/9-6/4 6:15pm-6:45pm YO0611 01S Personal Safety & Self Defense Training for Girls Age 12-17
Fri 8 sess. 4/10-5/29 5pm-5:30pm YO0611 02S In this class, your emerging young adult will learn to recognize “red flags” that
Thu 7 sess. 7/2-8/13 6:15pm-6:45pm YO0611 03S someone may mean harm, plan safe exits from iffy situations, practice physical
moves (just in case), and learn to find supportive self-care. Your teen will get
honest, accurate answers in a safe space. In 2.5 hours, they will learn: how to
Ceili Irish Dance Age 6-15 protect themselves when dates get scary, red flags that signal they need to call
home NOW, surprise moves to get free if grabbed from behind, and how stay
This class is open to dancers who are interested in learning Irish dancing, having safe and still have fun at parties, athletic events, and class activities.
fun, and getting some exercise. Class will begin with the basic movements and Kent Commons | $99 | Instructor: Strategic Living LLC
progress to traditional sets. No experience necessary. Participants should wear
comfortable clothing and shoes (sneakers, ghillies, ballet, or jazz shoes). DAY SESSIONS DATES TIMES #
Kent Commons | $40/8, $25/5 | Instructor: Miss Rachel Sat 1 sess. 5/16 1pm-3:30pm YO1801 01S
DAY SESSIONS DATES TIMES # Sat 1 sess. 7/25 1pm-3:30pm YO1801 02S
Thu 8 sess. 4/17-6/26 6:30pm-7:15pm YO0613 01S
Thu 5 sess. 7/16-8/13 6:30pm-7:15pm YO0613 02S
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