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Tonka Dance Academy- Ballet/Tap

Gain coordination and rhythm through tap dance and learn classical ballet while working toward a recital in December. We use a broadway style of tap while incorporating modern techniques as well. Learn tap sounds from popular musicals as well as a cappella steps. Have a hoot hoofing it! Study ballet based on the Vaganova method of ballet instruction. Your technique will soar and you will develop grace and strength as your body learns the art of classical ballet. Price includes costume and all recital expenses. Click here for attire recommendations.

Sat, Sep 7 - Dec 7

9:00 - 9:45 AM

Ages	3 yr. - 5 yr. ^{11 m}

Mon, Sep 9 - Dec 9

5:30 - 6:15 PM

Ages	3 yr. - 5 yr. ^{11 m}

Tue, Sep 10 - Dec 10

3:45 - 4:30 PM

Ages	3 yr. - 5 yr. ^{11 m}

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Tonka Dance Academy- Ballet/Lyrical

Learn the artistic technique of ballet with the flowing jazz style of lyrical dance emphasizing interpretation and expressiveness. Students will work toward a recital in December. Learn flexibility, grace and fluidity in this beautiful dance style. Dancers learn to minimize transitions as they connect each step. Price includes costume and all recital expenses. Click here for attire recommendations.

Tonka Dance Academy- Jazz/Hip Hop

Enjoy the freedom of movement in this quick-paced class by dancing to current and upbeat music while working toward a recital in December. Our age appropriate style of Hip Hop includes warm-up, stretching, conditioning and choreography. Each class promises to challenge even the most seasoned vets while still allowing complete beginners to get a solid and fun introduction to hip hop. Price includes costume and all recital expenses. Click here for attire recommendations.

Elementary Cheer Tryouts

Athletes will experience the sport of cheer in a fun, team-focused and competitive environment. Coaches will emphasize safety, teamwork, good sportsmanship and making good choices to become a better athlete and prepare athletes for future, higher level, cheer teams. The Elementary Cheer team is designed for grades 2-6 and is focused on fostering development in the sport of cheerleading. Previous cheer/gymnastics/dance experience is helpful for participating on this team, but not mandatory. The season runs from September - February. Practices are on Monday nights at Minnetonka Middle School East. Participants are expected to fully commit to the team and be present prior to signing up and becoming a member. The team will perform at school sporting events, community events, and local/state cheer competitions. *Please Note The Universal Cheer Association (UCA) states that participants have to attend a Minnetonka School to be eligible for this Minnetonka program. To accommodate summer schedules, we are offering 2 sessions of the learning clinics. Both sessions will be the same. During the 2 days of camp cheerleaders will learn the foundational skills of cheerleading; which consists of tumbling, stunting, jumps, and motions. Your cheerleader will learn everything they need to know for tryouts. Cheerleaders may attend both sessions, but only 1 is required for tryouts. Tryout Day: Tryout day will be August 14th at Deephaven Elementary. Each athlete will attend a 30-minute time spot based on the grade they are going into. Athletes will wear white shoes, all black athletic outfit, a bow with low curled ponytail, and red lipstick. 30 minute tryout will include: Effort & Coachability, Jump lines (double toe touch & pike) Tumbling skill of choice, Tryout cheer. We judge stunting ability during learning clinics. Tryout Tips: We are looking for strong effort, energy, coachability, ability to lead a crowd, and a positive attitude. Cheerleaders must be passionate about cheerleading both inside and outside of practice. Cheerleaders are not expected to have material 100% memorized, but should be able to demonstrate the majority of it, and know what is being asked. All required material will be taught at the learning camps. Please note divisions are very competitive, and team placements will be as well. Team placements will be emailed by the team coaches.

Wed, Thu, Aug 7 - Aug 8