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DANCE OFFERINGS
Brook Leucht
SUPERVISOR/DANCE INSTRUCTOR
Brook began her dance journey in
Colorado at age two. She attended the
Denver School of the Arts for high school
and earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in
Dance from the California Institute of
the Arts. She taught at various studios
before managing the North Shore School
of Dance. After a break to get married
and start a family, Brook has joyfully
embraced a pivotal teaching role at the
Morton Grove Park District,rekindling her
love for teaching.
Jasmine Williams
DANCE INSTRUCTOR
Jasmine started dancing at age three in
Georgia, exploring ballet, tap, and con-
temporary styles. After moving to Illinois
at twelve, she developed a passion for
hip hop. She immersed herself in dance,
becoming a coach and performer. While
studying early childhood education in
Georgia, she continued her hip hop and
jazz training. In Illinois, Jasmine taught
at dance academies in Chicago and now
teaches at the Morton Grove Park District.
Her goal is to instill confi dence and integ-
rity in students, helping them thrive in their
dance journeys..
Alisha Potter
DANCE INSTRUCTOR
Alisha co-founded North Shore Dance
and Theater Group in 1994. She
studied with renowned fi gures like Gus
Giordano and Ruth Page. Holding a
BA in education with minors in Dance
and Drama and an MS in Fine Arts
Curriculum, Alisha has led competiton
groups to venues like Disney and
Navy Pier. She has worked as a
choreographer, dancer, actor, producer,
director, and costumer. Currently, she
teaches K-2 ELL in School District 75 and
Ballet at the Morton Grove Park District.
MORTON GROVE PARK DISTRICT DANCE INSTRUCTORS
DANCE PROGRAM QUESTIONS? Call 847-965-0604 or email Brook at bluecht@mgparks.com
MY FIRST DANCE CLASS
AGES 18-30 months w/adult
Caregivers are an essential part of this
class in which we bounce, swing, and
twirl accompanied by vibrant music and
stories. Class will involve gross motor
skills and basic movements to introduce
young children to the dance class set-
ting where they can build connections
with their caregiver, teacher, and peers.
LOC: PVCC Dance Studio R/NR: $129/$162
CODE DAY DATE TIME
410602-01 Sa 9/12-12/12 9:00-9:30 am
ITTY BITTY BALLET
AGES 2.5-3.5
This class is designed especially for young
dancers who are ready to dance without
their adults. With a focus on creativity
and coordination, students explore basic
ballet movements through music and
movement games. Class will encourage
independence while exploring the joy of
dance.
LOC: PVCC Dance Studio R/NR: $129/$162
CODE DAY DATE TIME
410601-01 M 9/14-12/14 4:30-5:00 pm
FALL DANCE CLASSES BEGIN THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 12
BITTY BALLET
AGES 3.5-4
This class is for early childhood dancers
who will experience the basics of ballet
while meeting new friends! Dancers will
leap, twirl, and spin in an imaginative
environment with props and music and
movement games. Dancers attend with-
out a parent and must be potty trained.
This class participates in the Winter
Dance Showcase.
LOC: PVCC Dance Studio R/NR: $229/$289
CODE DAY DATE TIME
410605-01 M 9/14-12/14 5:00-5:45 pm
TUMBLING A AGES 4-5
This class introduces foundational tumbling skills in a safe and supportive environment. Children will build strength,coordination,
fl exibility, balance, and confi dence. Tumbling A works on forward and backward rolls, shark hops, and cartwheels. Tumbling B
works on these skills plus hand stands and bridges.
LOC: PVCC Dance Studio CODE: 410608-01 DAY: Sa DATE: 9/12-12/12 TIME: 10:45-11:30 am R/NR: $205/$255
TEENY BALLET/JAZZ COMBO AGES 5-6
Dancers at this age may be interested in trying many new styles! Dancers will receive instruction in each genre in each class. Ballet
will help dancers continue to build on technique and alignment while Jazz will introduce rhythm, coordination, and musicality. This
class participates in the Winter Dance Showcase.
LOC: PVCC Dance Studio CODE: 410606-01 DAY: M DATE: 9/14-12/14 TIME: 5:45-6:45 pm R/NR: $269/$339
