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Dance Classes
TITLE
AGES
BEGINS
FEE
DAY/TIME
DESCRIPTION
Baby & Me 1.0 1-2 with adult Tues., Mar. 20
Wed., Mar. 21
$55/$45 OI members Tuesday or Wednesday 9:15-10am


8 weeks
Creative movement & play for babies and adult. Using mats, parachutes & tunnels, work on socialization & motor skills. Arianne Wade instructs Tues. Kimberlee Kafana instructs Wed.
Creative Movement 2-3 yrs with parent if needed Fri., Mar. 23 $55/$45 OI members Fridays, 3:45-4:30pm


8 weeks
Your baby will develop and fine tune their gross motor skills while learning how to move with music. Rebecca Moore, instructor.
Dance Sampler 1.0 2 Wed., Mar. 21 $50/$40OI members Wednesdays 5:15-5:45pm


8 weeks
Intro to ballet, tumbling and tap. A stepping stone to pre-school when students attend independently. Cheryl Pompeo, instructor.
Dance Sampler 2.0 2-3 Mon. ,Mar. 19
or
Wed., Mar. 21
$55/$45 OI members Mon.,5:30-6:15pm
or
Wed., 5:45-6:15pm


8 weeks
Limit 10
Intro to ballet, tumbling and tap. A stepping stone to pre-school when students attend independently. Cheryl Pompeo with Alexis Williams, instructors.
Dance Sampler 2.1 3-4 Tues., Mar. 20
or
Wed., Mar. 21
$60/$50 OI members Tues.
or
Wed. 11am-noon


8 weeks
Limit 10
Intro to ballet, tumbling & tap. Arianne Wade instructs Tues. Kimberlee Kafana instructs Wed.
Tumbling 1.0 2-3 with adult Tues., Mar. 20
or
Wed., Mar. 21
$55/$45 OI members Tues.
or
Wed. 10-10:45am


8 weeks
Intro to movement, coordination & beginning tumbling skills for toddlers with adult. Arianne Wade instructs Tues. Kimberlee Kafana instructs Wed.
Tumbling 1.1 4-5 Wed., Mar. 21 $60/$50 OI members Wed, 6-7pm


8 weeks
Basic elements of tumbling including rolls, cartwheels, handstands & splits. Megan Stevens, instructor.
Tumbling 1.2 6-8 Tues., Mar. 20
OR
Thurs., Mar. 22
$55/$45 OI members Tues., 6:15-7pm
OR
Thurs., 5:30-6:15pm


8 weeks
For children who have taken sessions and are aware of basic elements with emphasis on proper form, technique & strength. Kimberlee Kafana, instructor.
Tumbling 2.0 6-8 Wed., Mar. 21 $60/$50 OI members Wed., 7-8pm


8 weeks
Continue to develop the basic tumbling skills, with emphasis on proper form, technique & strength. Walkovers, round-offs, handstands & splits. Megan Stevens, instructor.
Tumbling 3.0 9-10 Sat., Mar. 24

No class April 28
$55/$45 OI members Sat., 7:45-8:30am


8 weeks
Various floor work, back-bends, handstands & front & back walkovers. Kimberlee Kafana, instructor.
Tumbling 4.0 Sat., Mar. 24

No class April 28
$80/$65 OI members Sat., 8:30-10am


8 weeks
Front & back walk-overs, splits & flexibility tricks. Enrollment in this class with permission from instructor. Kimberlee Kafana, instructor.
NEW! Tumbling and Creative Movement Home- school students Mon., Mar. 19 $60/$50 OI members Mondays 10-11am for ages 2 ½ -6

11am-noon for ages 7 & up


8 weeks
Perfect for the home-schooled family. Children will be introduced to creative movement, basic elements of tumbling and acrobatics with emphasis on proper form, technique and strength. Activities fill physical education requirements. Great way to socialize and meet other home-school families. Kimberlee Kafana, instructor.
Ballet 3.2 Sat., Mar. 24

No class April 28
$60/$50 OI members Sat., 1:15-2:15pm


8 weeks
This class for students with some experience. Kathleen Gottus, instructor.
Ballet 4.0 Sat., Mar. 24

No class April 28
$60/$50 OI members Sat., 2:15-3:15pm


8 weeks
Turnout, extension, turns, leaps, terminology & body placement. Perfect with beginning pointe class. Cheryl Pompeo, instructor.
Adult Ballet 1.0 18 & up Thurs., Mar. 22 $60/$50 OI members Thurs., 6:45-7:45pm


8 weeks
Learn to be graceful, tone and lengthen muscles. For adults with no previous training. Kathleen Gottus, instructor.
Adult Ballet 2.0 18 & up Tues., Mar. 20 $60/$50 OI members Tues., 6:15-7:15pm


8 weeks
Learn to be graceful, tone and lengthen muscles. For adults with some previous experience. Kathleen Gottus, instructor.
Ballet Workshop w/ Christopher Bandy Grades 3-6 Saturdays
Feb. 4
Feb. 25
March 24 April 7
April 21
$55 4:30-6:30pm Intensive workshop with professional dancer, Christopher Bandy.
Ballet Workshop w/Christopher Bandy Grades 7 & up Tuesdays
Feb. 14
Feb. 28
March 27 April 10 April 24
$55 7-9pm Intensive workshop with professional dancer, Christopher Bandy.
Pointe 1.0 & 2.0 Sat. Mar. 24

No class April 28
$60/$50 OI members Sat., 12-1pm


8 weeks
Must have at least 3 years ballet experience. Kristin Carson, instructor.
Pointe 3.0 & 4.0 Sat., Mar. 24

No class April 28
$60/$50 OI members Sat., 10-11am


8 weeks
For students who have completed 1.0 & 2.0 pointe. Cheryl Pompeo, instructor.
Tap 1.0 3-4 Tues., Mar. 20 $50/$40 OI members Tues., 5:45-6:15pm


8 weeks
For children with little or no previous training. Cheryl Pompeo, instructor.
Tap 1.1 5-6 Tues., Mar. 20 $50/$40 OI members Tues., 5:45-6:15pm


8 weeks
For children with little or no previous training. Arianne Wade, Instructor.
Tap 1.2 Sat., Mar. 24

No class April 28
$55/$45 OI members Sat., 8:30-9:15am


8 weeks
For children with little or no previous training. Cheryl Pompeo, instructor.
Tap 3.0 Sat., Mar. 24

No class April 28
$60/$50 OI members Sat., 4:15-5:15pm


8 weeks
Concentrates on time steps and combination turns. Erica Strope, instructor.
Tap 4.0 Sat. Mar. 24

No class April 28
$60/$50 OI members Sat., noon-1pm


8 weeks
Concentrates on time steps & combination turns. Erica Strope, instructor.
Modern/ Contemporary Dance 1.0 & 2.0 Sat., Mar. 24

No class April 28
$60/$50 OI members Sat., 3:15-4:15pm


8 weeks
Students will work in the idiom of Graham and Limon Technique. Roxanne Bartush-Shea, instructor.
NEW! Irish Step Workshop 6 & up Sun., Mar. 4 $50 2-3:30pm Did you ever wonder how those people in Riverdance moved the way they do? Now you can too by attending “Leim Thart.” Learn reels, slipjigs, jigs and group Ceilidh numbers from dancer and instructor Siobhan McDonagh.
Hip Hop 1.0 Wed., Mar. 21 $55/$45 OI members Wed. 4-4:45pm



8 weeks
Teaches young children with little or no dance training street dance and the concept of free movement. Arianne Wade, instructor.
Hip Hop 2.0 Wed., Mar. 21 $60/$50 OI members Wed., 4:45-5:45pm


8 weeks
Introduction to hip hop dancing combining a variety of dance styles such as breaking, popping and locking; focusing primarily on street dance. Class includes introduction to freestyle and personal interpretation. Arianne Wade, instructor.
Hip Hop 3.0 Wed., Mar. 21 $60/$50 OI members Wed., 5:45-6:45pm



8 weeks
Advanced level of street dance. Class focuses on freestyle and improvisation. Intro to old school hip hop and hip hop new style for intermediate students. Arianne Wade, instructor.
Hip Hop 4.0 Wed., Mar.21 $60/$50 OI members Wed., 6:45-7:45pm


8 weeks
For advanced jazz students only. Class will focus on breaking, locking, body popping, krumping, forms of breakdance and breakdance floor work. Arianne Wade, instructor.
Lyrical Gymnastics Sat., Mar. 24

No class April 28
$60/$50 OI
members
Sat., 10-11am


8 weeks
Enrollment in this class with permission from instructor. Kimberlee Kafana, instructor.
Lyrical Dance 1.0 & 2.0 Sat., Mar. 24

No class April 28
$60/$50 OI members Sat., 11am-noon


8 weeks
Interpretive, expressive movements set to modern music. Kimberlee Kafana, instructor.
Lyrical Dance 3.0 & 4.0 Sat., Mar. 24

No class April 28
$60/$50 OI members Sat., 1:15-2:15pm


8 weeks
Interpretive, expressive movements set to modern music. Kristin Carson, instructor.
Liturgical Dance 5-14 Fri., Mar. 23 $60/$50 OI members Fridays 5:30-6:30pm


8 weeks
Learn how to incorporate the art of dance and worship. All abilities welcome. Rebecca Moore, instructor.
Dance Wellness Grades 7 & up Wed., Mar. 21 $40/$30 OI members Wednesdays 6:15-7pm

4 weeks
Compliments any dance course and focuses on anatomy, injury prevention, nutrition and self-care. Angela Thompson, instructor.
Ballroom Dancing 18 & up Wed., Mar. 21 $60/$50 OI members Level 1.0 Wed, 6-7pm

Level 2.0 Wed, 7-8pm

Level 3.0 Wed, 8-9pm


8 weeks
For singles as well as couples. Fox trot, waltz, cha cha, swing, rumba, polka. Barbara Blanchard, instructor.
NEW! Introduction to Recreational Folk Dance Teen - Adult Sun., Mar. 18 $3 Sun., 6:30-7:30pm

8 weeks
Introduction to basic rhythms, steps, positions and formations used in dances from all over the world. Learn step combinations that can be used in Rec. Folk Dance that follows. Bob Tomlinson, instructor.
Recreational Folk Dance All Ages Sundays On-going $100annual fee/ $75 OI members Walk-in $3adult/ $2child Every Sunday, 7:30-9pm American traditional & international folk dances, singles or couples, beginners welcome. Bob Tomlinson, instructor.
Youth Exhibition Folk Dance Ages 5- High School Fri., Mar. 23 Free Fri., 6-7pm

8 weeks
A continuation to the Oglebay Institute Youth Oglebayfest Dancers that will learn dances from other countries. Bob Tomlinson, instructor
NEW! Intermediate Square Dancing Teen - adult Fri., Mar. 23 $3 Fridays 7-8pm

8 weeks
Exercise the mind as well as the body as you are introduced to the “mainstream” calls of Modern Western Square Dance. revious students will share experience by assisting new students. No partner needed. Bob Tomlinson, instructor.
NEW! Tune-up Your Plus Level Square Dancing Teen - adult Fri., Mar. 23 $3 Fridays 8-9pm

8 weeks
For dancers who have completed the Intro and Intermediate and plus levels. Participants will explore the use of all calls. Occasional advanced calls may be taught. Previous students will share experience by assisting new students. No partner needed. Bob Tomlinson, instructor.
NEW! Traditional Anglo-American and Celtic Country Dance Teen - adult Tues., Mar. 20 $3 Tuesdays 6:30-8pm

8 weeks
A potpourri of English, Scottish, Irish and American country dances. Beginners welcome. Bob Tomlinson, instructor.
Stretch & Flex 5-18 Fri., Mar. 23 $60/$50 OI members Fridays 4:30-5:30pm

8 weeks
This class allows the dancer to increase their flexibility and strength while improving their dancing. Rebecca Moore, instructor.
Family Karate 5 & up Fri., Mar. 23 $60/$50 OI members Fridays 5:30-6:30pm

8 weeks
Learn Tai Nui Karate and self defense techniques. Join alone or with a family member. Debbie McKay, 1st Degree Black Belt, instructor.
T’ai Chi Ch’Uan 18 & up Mon., Mar. 19 $60/$50 OI members Mon., 8-9pm

8 weeks
T’ai Chi improves focus and concentration, stress, anxiety control and increase fitness levels. John Looney, instructor.
Yoga/Pilates 2.0 18 & up Wed., Mar. 21 $60/$50 OI members Wed., 10-11am

8 weeks
Some pilates/yoga experience recommended. Core-strengthening pilates exercises. Bring a mat and small blanket. Rose Flatley, certified FiTour instructor.
Ageless Yoga 18 & up Wed., Mar. 21 $60/$50 OI members Wed., 11am-12noon

8 weeks
Stretch, strengthen and condition with use of a chair, exercise bands and light weights. Bring a set of 1-3lb. weights and a small blanket. Rose Flatley, instructor.
NEW! Fitness for Fun 18 & up Mon., Mar. 19 $60/$50 OI members Mon., 11am-noon

8 weeks
Exercise can be fun! We will use light weights (1-3 lbs), exercise bands, stability ball and more. Come join the fun! Start moving today! Please bring mat and light weights. Rose Flatley, instructor.
Cheering 1.0 Ages 4-6 Wed., Mar. 21 $60/$50 OI members Wed., 5-6pm

8 weeks
Cheerleading positions and jumps are introduced. Megan Stevens, instructor.
Private Dance All Ages $100 8 – ½ hour sessions By Arrangement Ballet, tap, jazz, various others as requested. OI School of Dance, instructors.
Private Instruction in Tumbling All Ages $100 8-1/2 hour sessions By arrangement One-on-one instruction in tumbling. Kimberlee Kafana and Megan Stevens instructors.
NEW! Personal Fitness Training 18 & up $30 per hour Times as arranged. Julie Blust, ACSM, H.F.S., C.E.T., instructor.
Total Fitness

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Fitness Card Eligible

18 & up
Mon. Mar., 19 $60/$50 OI members
Mon., 7-8pm


8 weeks
An all-over workout that focuses on cardio, strength and core. Can be modified to all levels. Julie Blust, ACSM, H.F.S., C.E.T., instructor.
Zumba®
Fitness

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Fitness Card Eligible

18 & up
Tues., Mar. 20
OR
Wed., Mar. 21
$60/$50 OI members
Wed., 7-8pm


8 weeks
Experience the fastest-growing, dance-based fitness craze in the country. Infectious music, easy-to-follow dance moves, and body-beautifying benefits. Maryanne McGinley,
certified Zumba instructor.
Yoga/Pilates 1.0
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Fitness Card Eligible
18 & up
Mon., Mar. 19
OR
Wed., Mar.21
$60/$50 OI members
Mon., 10-11am
OR
Wed., 9-10am


8 weeks
Achieve calmness, strength and endurance by learning basic yoga postures and breathing techniques. Learn more each week. Bring a mat and small blanket. Rose Flatley, certified FiTour instructor.