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Posted Saturday, Nov. 22, 2008; 8:18 p.m.

DeDe Dance offers more than ballet and hip hop lessons
The following descriptions outline the basic programs available for DeDe Dance Studio students.

Several of DeDe's dance students meet at weekly youth empowerment club meetings. Photo courtesy of DeDe Dance Studio.

Performing Arts Academy—Saturdays, 10 to 12 PM
DeDe Dance Studio’s Saturday Program gives dancers the opportunity to learn various forms of performing arts.  These weekly class sessions teach dancers ballet, jazz, lyrical, African, Flamenco and tap dance.  Students will occasionally go on field trips or perform at festivals and concerts.  

Adult Boogie Nights—Fridays, 5 and 6 PM
This dance program offers adults an intense dance aerobic workout on select Friday nights throughout the year. 

Teen Dance Nights—Saturdays, 3 and 4 PM
DeDe Dance Studio offers jazz and hip hop dance lessons for middle and high school students on select Saturdays throughout the year.

Empowerment Programs:
Princess Club and Ladies First—Saturdays
Princess Club and Ladies’ First are clubs that are designed to build self-esteem and leadership skills in girls through weekly meetings.  Girls ages five to 12 years old participate in Princess Club, which strives to unite girls from South Los Angeles through etiquette classes and club meetings.  Once the girls graduate, they become a part of the Ladies’ First club.

For information on how to sign up for these programs, email DeDe Dance Studio at: dededancestudio@gmail.com


 

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