View all dance classes with available space
East and Southeast Portland
This city region includes East Portland Community Center, Mt. Scott Community Center, Mt. Tabor SUN School, Montavilla Community Center, and Woodstock Community Center.
Child with Adult (ages 1–3 years)
An adult must participate with the child.
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| Movement | Turn and swirl together, creating a foundation for self-expression, imagination, creativity, and listening skills. | East Portland and Woodstock Community Center | Check availability |
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Preschool (ages 3–5 years)
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| Creative Dance | Experience the joy of dance and music as they combine into exciting movement for young imaginations. | East Portland and Woodstock Community Center | Check availability |
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Youth (ages 6–13 years)
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| Hip Hop | Increase agility and coordination while experiencing a beat that has you moving your feet! | East Portland Community Center | Check availability |
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Adult (ages 18 and older)
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| Belly Dancing | Improve posture, strengthen, and stretch the body while exploring the different types of belly dancing and its history. Learn the fundamentals for your own dance journey. | Mt. Tabor SUN School | Check availability |
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North and Northeast Portland
This city region includes Beaumont SUN School, Charles Jordan Community Center, Matt Dishman Community Center, Peninsula Park Community Center, and St. Johns Community Center. Montavilla Community Center, on 82nd and Glisan, is included in East and Southeast Portland.
Preschool (ages 3–5 years)
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| Ballet | New steps and movements are introduced as you focus on classical dance. | Peninsula Park Community Center | Check availability |
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Youth (ages 6–12 years)
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| Ballet Basics | Develop a foundation in classical technique while gaining music knowledge and arts appreciation. | Peninsula Park Community Center | Check availability |
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Adult (ages 16 and older)
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| Tap Dance | 16 and older | Improve balance, ankle strength, and flexibility with basic shuffle, toe tap, and time steps. | Peninsula Park Community Center | Check availability |
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| Salsa | 18 and older | This versatile style combines Latin rhythms and today's popular dance patterns. | Beaumont SUN School | Check availability |
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Senior (ages 60 and older)
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| Rhythm & Moves | World music, jazz, and classical pieces will invite participants to "Move as you are." You can participate seated or standing. | St. Johns Community Center | Check availability |
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Southwest Portland
This city region includes Multnomah Arts Center and Southwest Community Center.
Child with Adult (ages 2.5–5 years)
An adult must participate with the child.
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| Movement and Me | 2.5–5 | Join your child to leap like gazelles and spin like tops while developing music appreciation, rhythm, coordination, and strength through introductory dance steps. | Multnomah Arts Center | Check availability |
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Preschool (ages 3–5 years)
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| Ballet | 3–5 | Basic training in a classical dance form with an emphasis on fun, coordination, rhythm, music, and storytelling through movement. | Multnomah Arts Center | Check availability |
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| Hip Hop | 3–5 | Young dancers will be introduced to the exciting and energetic style of hip hop dance, with a focus on developing body awareness, coordination, and style. | Multnomah Arts Center | Check availability |
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| Tap | 3–5 | Learn basic steps, rhythm, and coordination through fun exercises and warm-ups while making friends in a lively, supportive setting. | Multnomah Arts Center | Check availability |
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Youth (ages 6–12 years)
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| Ballet | 6–12 | Transition from the creative movement aspect of Pre-Ballet to a more formal class. Pre-Ballet is recommended but not required. | Multnomah Arts Center | Check availability |
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| Dance Team | 10–17 | This program is designed for dancers ready to take the next step in performing! Build your technique, style, and confidence with two experienced choreographers as you explore a variety of dance styles, including jazz, hip hop, and more. | Multnomah Arts Center | Check availability |
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| Flamenco | 8–12 | Learn technique through listening to music and basic movement exercises. Build posture and rhythm as you dance alongside others. | Multnomah Arts Center | Check availability |
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| Hip Hop | 7–11 | Explore rhythm, footwork, and modern choreography as you express yourself through dance. | Multnomah Arts Center | Check availability |
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| Tap | 5–8 | Learn tap dance basics! Build balance, strength, and flexibility through proper warm-up techniques and simple choreography. | Multnomah Arts Center | Check availability |
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Adult (ages 13 and older)
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| Ballet | 13 and older | A classically structured ballet class for beginners. | Multnomah Arts Center | Check availability |
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| Dance Fitness Fusion | 13 and older | Students will explore personal fitness through aerobic exercises and dance in a fun and welcoming environment! Elements of jazz, ballet, and Zumba will be taught as you develop flexibility, strength, and body control. | Multnomah Arts Center | Check availability |
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| Flamenco | 15 and older | Learn the fundamentals of this expressive art form through exercises that develop footwork, flamenco turns, body posture, movement, and coordination. | Multnomah Arts Center | Check availability |
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| Hip Hop | 15 and older | Explore the fundamentals of hip hop dance! Learn modern choreography from a professional choreographer while you express yourself through movement. | Multnomah Arts Center | Check availability |
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| Tap | 13 and older | Build balance, strength, and flexibility through proper warm-up techniques and choreography. | Multnomah Arts Center | Check availability |
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Senior (ages 60 and older)
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| Flamenco | Learn the fundamentals of this expressive art form through exercises that develop footwork, flamenco turns, body posture, movement, and coordination. Participants may choose to learn this form in a seated position. | Multnomah Arts Center | Check availability |
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| Tap | Build balance, strength, and flexibility through proper warm-up techniques and choreography. | Multnomah Arts Center | Check availability |
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Intergenerational
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| International Folk Dance | 6 and older | Learn Greek and Balkan folk dances, starting with the Hora, which originated 3,000 years ago. These easy-to-learn, repeating patterns have been passed down through generations | Southwest Community Center | Check availability |
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| Israeli Folk Dance | 14 and older | Learn the steps and the stories behind the dances as you enjoy the catchy rhythm of the music and make new friends. No experience or partner is necessary. Beginner and advanced beginner classes are available. | Southwest Community Center | Check availability |
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