Wood Dale Rec. Compl · Bloomingdale, IL
Innovation Arts Connection Medinah, Bloomingdale & Wood Dale Park Districts Summer 2026 Descriptions Connecting communities to creative arts--that is what we do at Innovation Arts Connection! Our progressive curriculum focuses on dance concepts and core techniques as well as teaching the importance of respect, positive attitude and hard work. In our classes students will develop grace, rhythm, coordination, creativity, and confidence in a fun, safe and structured environment. IAC’s dance classes offer stability, a sense of community, socialization and structure. We look forward to seeing you in class! Innovation Arts Connection, LLC collaborates with local Chicagoland park districts. For more information about the IAC program including class expectations, dress code, pandemic procedures and more, please visit www.innovationartsconnection.com or find us on Instagram or Facebook @innovationartsconnection. Seasonal Classes The seasonal classes invite participants to engage in condensed sessions as a way to experiment, explore or jump-start their involvement in the park studio dance program. All classes are held at the Medinah Park District. In the event of inclement weather or Covid-19 shut downs classes will be held virtually on Zoom. Dance I (3-6y, Preschool-Kindergarten) Dance I is a 45 minute weekly class designed for preschool and kindergarten aged dancers. In this class we will focus on ballet technique. Classes include stretches, class etiquette, basic technique, dance concept exploration, movement games and learning choreography. Please wear leotard, tights, or comfortable form fitted clothing, ballet shoes. Dance II (6-8y, Early Elementary 1st-3rd grade) Dance II is a 60 minute weekly class designed for early elementary aged dancers. In this class we will continue to learn ballet technique and introduce tap technique as well. Classes include stretches, class etiquette, basic-intermediate technique in ballet & tap, dance concept exploration, movement games and learning choreography. Please wear leotard, tights, or comfortable form fitted clothing, ballet & tap shoes. Dance III (8-10y, Upper Elementary 3rd-5th grade) Dance III is a 75 minute weekly class designed for upper elementary aged dancers. In this class we will continue to learn ballet & tap technique and we will introduce jazz technique as well. Classes include stretches, barre work, class etiquette, basic-intermediate technique of each style, movement games and learning choreography. Please wear leotard, tights, or comfortable form fitted clothing, ballet, tap & jazz shoes. Dance IV (10+y, Middle-High School) Dance IV summer session is a condensed version of our school year session. We will use the summer month for targeted strength and conditioning and then explore different dance styles including Ballet, Jazz, Tap technique as well as Hip Hop, Contemporary and Improv. This is the perfect class for older dancers looking to excel in dance in a well rounded way. Please wear leotard, tights, or comfortable form fitted clothing, ballet, tap & jazz shoes. DANCE PARTIES, SUMMER CAMPS & WORKSHOPS Dance Parties are 1 day sessions dance technique, movement games, crafts, a mini-performance and much more! Participants of all levels are encouraged to get involved through these camp-style classes that are designed to help participants fill their evening with fun, educational, and movement oriented programming. Wear comfortable form-fitted clothing, dance shoes or bare feet. Feel free to dress to match the theme too! Please bring a water bottle. All dance parties, summer camps and workshops held at Medinah Park District. Red, White & Blue Dance Party Jazz dance technique, movement games, crafts and choreography to a 4th of July theme! Royal Dance Party Ballet dance technique, movement games, and choreography to prince & princess theme! Tropical Vacation Dance Party Ballet & Jazz dance technique, movement games, and choreography to a beachy/mermaid theme! Descendants Dance Party Jazz & Hip Hop dance technique, movement games, and choreography to a Descendants theme! PERFORMANCE GROUPS Dance Performance groups are designed for our current dancers to explore added performance opportunities and experience a dance team atmosphere. All dancers in the performance group must be enrolled in a weekly foundational technique class. Rehearsals include team bonding and learning/practicing choreography. MPD Company Summer Auditions & Rehearsals Auditions for the 2026-2027 Company will be held on Thursday, 6/11 from 6:00-8:00pm. All dancers 8+ are welcome to attend the free auditions. Audtionees will learn choreography and be tested on skills. Company members will rehearse 4 times in the summer months and learn a summer route that will be performed in the 2026-2027 season. Summer Company Rehearsal tuition only covers the summer months and company members will be expected to register for the 2026-2027 season during the Fall 2026 session. The Performing Company provides dedicated dancers the opportunity to study Ballet, Tap, Hip Hop, Musical Theatre, Lyrical and Jazz more in depth. This performing group is a year-round commitment. Our focus will be creating, leading, and guiding dancers on a disciplined and rewarding path that will instill the fundamentals of dance. Company members are required to take 1 foundational technique class the entire season in addition to company rehearsal. Rehearsal & Performance Schedule will be available at the first fall class. Some rehearsals and performances will be during times outside of regularly scheduled rehearsal time. No audition necessary. All experience levels are welcome. Please wear leotard, tights or comfortable form fitted clothing. Dancers will also need skin toned jazz shoes. Please contact Lora@innovationartsconnection for details on the Dance Company.
