Penn-Trafford Area Recreation Commission (PTARC): Pre-School Activities

PRE-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES

The Dance Academy: 1st Steps Ballet & Tumble - Ages 2-4

Build on your child’s natural fascination with dance, tumbling and movement. The instructor will assist your children developing coordination, balance and confidence in a fun and relaxed environment.

Instructor: Beth Stieman-Biroscak
Location: Penn Township Ambulance
Day & Time: First 6-week session: Mondays, September 20-October 25, 1:00-1:30 pm OR
Second 6-week session: Mondays, October 14-November 4, 5:30-6:00 pm
Fee: Penn-Trafford School District residents $34, Non-residents $39
Limit: 10 participants per session

The Dance Academy: Beginner Ballet - Ages 3-5

Introduce your pre-schooler to ballet. Age appropriate music, basic steps and movement fundamentals will be combined with simple choreography. End the program with a short performance. Wear comfortable clothes.

Instructor: Beth Stieman-Biroscak
Location: Harrison Park Elementary
Day & Time: 6 weeks, Wednesdays, September 15-October 20, 5:00-5:30 pm
Fee: Penn-Trafford School District residents $34, Non-residents $39
Limit: 10 participants

The Dance Academy: Tap for Tots - Ages 4-8

Boys and girls will be introduced to the fundamental steps of the art of tap dancing. Paced for the beginning student, focus will be on timing, rhythm and music adaptation. Basic steps, simple combinations individually and as a group. Preliminary exercises and a tap routine set to music are included. Hard shoes required. Tap shoes welcomed.

Instructor: Beth Stieman-Biroscak
Location: Harrison Park Elementary
Day & Time: 4 weeks, Wednesdays, October 27-November 17, 5:30-6:00 pm
Fee: Penn-Trafford School District residents $24, Non-residents $29
Limit: 15 participants

The Dance Academy: Next Step Ballet & Dance - Ages 4 & up

The focus of this combination class concentrates on dance technique, balance and flexibility while incorporating beginning jazz. Wear comfortable clothing. Instructor recommendation only.

Instructor: Beth Stieman-Biroscak
Location: Harrison Park Elementary Multi-Purpose Room
Day & Time: 10 weeks, Wednesdays, September 15-November 17, 6:00-6:45 pm
Fee: Penn-Trafford School District residents $69, Non-residents $82
Limit: 10 participants

The Dance Academy: Ballet 2 - Ages 4 & up

For the student accustomed to the group class setting, beginner ballet learns new steps and additional choreography. Familiar music with classical ballet technique introduction. Wear comfortable clothing.

Instructor: Beth Stieman-Biroscak
Location: Harrison Park Elementary Multi-Purpose Room
Day & Time: 6 weeks, Wednesdays, September 15-October 20, 5:30-6:00pm
Fee: Penn-Trafford School District residents $34, Non-residents $39
Limit: 10 participants

The Dance Academy: Tiny Tot Tumble & Move - Ages 3-5

Parents play along with their children as they explore body awareness and movement, learn skills for basic acrobatics and have fun with music, movement and dance! Wear comfortable clothing.

Instructor: Beth Stieman-Biroscak
Location: Penn Township Ambulance Community Room
Day & Time: 6 weeks, Mondays, September 20-October 25, 1:30-2:00
Fee: Penn-Trafford School District residents $34, Non-residents $39
Limit: 10 participants

The Dance Academy: Tumble & Move for Mommy & Me - Ages 18 months-2 years

Parents play along with their children as they explore body awareness and movement, learn skills for basic acrobatics and have fun with music, movement and dance! Wear comfortable clothing.

Instructor: Beth Stieman-Biroscak
Location: Penn Township Ambulance Community Room
Day & Time: 4 weeks, Thursdays, September 9-September 30, 5:30-6:00pm
Fee: Penn-Trafford School District residents $24, Non-residents $29
Limit: 10 participants

Jr. Olympian Karate Fitness - Ages 4-6

Have fun, hone motor skills, develop proper stretching techniques, physically strengthen muscles, and develop full body coordination in this fun karate program.

Instructor: Dustin Baldis, PSKC Certified Instructor
Location: PTARC/Shelley Proskin Recreation Center
Day & Time: 4 weeks, Tuesdays, September 28-October 19, 5-5:30 pm OR
4 weeks, Thursdays, September 30-October 21, 5-5:30 pm OR
4 weeks, Wednesdays, September 29-October 20, 6-6:30 pm
Fee: Penn-Trafford School District residents $39, Non-residents $47
Limit: 15 participants

NEW! Christmas in the Stable - Ages 4-7

Spend and old-fashioned morning at the stable. Participants will enjoy a short horseback ride, cookies, hot-chocolate, a craft and more! Long pants and closed shoes must be worn. One adult per participant included. Additional fee of $5 for extra adult.
Un-registered siblings not permitted.

Location: Darby Downs Equestrian Center
Day & Time: Saturday, December 11, 11:00 am-12:30 pm
Fee: Penn-Trafford School District residents $39, Non-residents 47
Limit 10 participants