An introduction to the world of dance through music, rhythms, creative movement, and simple dance moves. Jazz or ballet and tap shoes are recommended. Children must be able to participate without parent being present. Parents and other visitors are welcome during four observation days each session. Level 2 classes are available for those who can perform skills learned in Preschool Dance 1 and have an instructor's written recommendation.

Welcome to the world of dance! Learn a variety of dance forms in this class. After the session is over, try a jazz, tap, or ballet class- or maybe all three! Jazz or ballet shoes and tap shoes are recommended.

Learn the latest dance moves! This high-energy class is great for those who enjoy the latest urban pop music.  Fun and fast-paced, Hip-Hop emphasizes syncopated, isolated movements. Hip-Hop Levels 2 and 3 require student registration referral slips to register.

Mini Hip-Hop: Ages 5-7

Hip-Hop 1: Ages 8-15

Hip-Hop 2: Ages 8-15

Hip-Hop 3: Ages 10-17

Become more graceful while learning the importance of strength, control in movement, and flexibility. Instruction also includes ballet terminology in French, the universal language of ballet! Advancement requires discipline, increased strength, coordination, and balance. Ballet Levels 2-5 and Advanced Ballet/Pointe require student registration referral slips to register.

Ballet 1: Ages 5-12

Ballet 2: Ages 5-12

Ballet 3: Ages 5-12

Ballet 4: Ages 8-14

Ballet 5: Ages 8-14

Ballet Basics: Ages 10-Adult

Advanced Ballet/Pointe: Ages 10-Adult

It's the sound of the beat and the rhythm of your feet! Enjoy this exciting American dance form. Tap dancing increases coordination and timing. Advancement is based on knowledge of steps, producing clear sounds with increasing tempo, and accurate timing. Tap Levels 2-5 require student registration referral slips to register.

Tap 1: Ages 5-12

Tap 2: Ages 5-12

Tap 3: Ages 5-12

Tap 4: Ages 8-14

Tap 5: Ages 8-14

All the fun of hip-hop and more! Increase coordination, rhythm, strength, and flexibility. Advancement is based on skill development. Each level becomes more rigorous and dance combinations become more complex. Jazz Levels 2-5, Junior Advanced Jazz, and Advanced Jazz require student registration referral slips to register.

Jazz 1: Ages 5-12

Jazz 2: Ages 5-12

Jazz 3: Ages 5-13

Jazz 4: Ages 8-15

Jazz 5: Ages 8-15

Junior Advanced Jazz: Ages 8-17

Learn a variety of dance genres including jazz, tap, ballet, and lyrical. Meet new friends, learn new skills, and get great exercise. All skill levels are welcome!

TNT offers a unique opportunity for students to expand their dance experience by developing performance skills and refining dance technique in a teamwork setting. Our goal is to foster youth development through positive interaction and role-modeling, instilling self-esteem, confidence, self-discipline, and social skills. In the TNT Performing Company, you will have many opportunities to perform routines in the community, meet new people, make new friends, and most important, represent and promote the City of El Cajon Parks and Recreation Department's dance program.

TNT Track Dancers Performing Company: Ages 9-15

TNT Dancers Performing Company: Ages 9-17

For more information about joining the TNT Dancers Performing Company, please read the TNT Performing Company information page.