Fall Kid and Teen Academy
Fall 2026 Community Education Kid and Teen Courses
Intermediate Swing Dance for Teens/Adults
Section #1
Tuesdays
September 1 – September 22
6-7 p.m.
CRN# 91277
CFP 832-51
Fee: $60
Section #2
Tuesdays
October 6 – October 27
6-7 p.m.
CRN# 91278
CFP 832-52
Fee: $60
Section #3
Tuesdays
November 3 – November 24
6-7 p.m.
CRN# 91279
CFP 832-53
Fee: $60
This course will be held at Dreamlights Studio at the Viaport Mall, 93 W. Campbell Rd., Schenectady, NY 12306
Students, ages 16 and older, will learn the intermediate footwork, rhythm, and styling of East Coast (6-count) Swing. Some basic dance experience is recommended. Register for Intermediate Swing Dance for Teens/Adults
Introduction to Ballet and Modern Dance for Teens/Adults
Section #1
Wednesdays
September 2 – September 23
7-8 p.m.
CRN# 90252
CFP 742-51
Fee: $60
Section #2
Wednesdays
October 7 – October 28
7-8 p.m.
CRN# 90944
CFP 742-52
Fee: $60
Section #3
Wednesdays
November 4 – November 25
7-8 p.m.
CRN# 91137
CFP 742-53
Fee: $60
This course will be held at Dreamlights Studio at the Viaport Mall, 93 W. Campbell Rd., Schenectady, NY 12306
Students, ages 16 and older, will learn elements of classical ballet, classical modern dance (Horton, Limon, Graham) with a healthy dose of post-modern dance (generally a mix of theater and dance) and jazz. No experience necessary. Register for Intro to Ballet and Modern Dance for Teens/Adults
Note: Please wear stretchy clothing, have long hair pulled up in a pony tail, and be prepared to dance in socks or barefoot.
Experimental Dance Theater
Section #1
Wednesdays
September 2 – September 23
5-6 p.m.
CRN# 90665
CFP 883-51
Fee: $60
Section #2
Wednesdays
October 7 – October 28
5-6 p.m.
CRN# 90935
CFP 883-52
Fee: $60
Section #3
Wednesdays
November 4 – November 25
5-6 p.m.
CRN# 91142
CFP 883-53
Fee: $60
This course will be held at Dreamlights Studio at the Viaport Mall, 93 W. Campbell Rd., Schenectady, NY 12306
Students, ages 5-12 years old, will develop strength, dance technique, rhythm, and body awareness. This class is an excellent way for young dancers to gain self-confidence and prepare them for the next step in their dance training. They will learn elements of classical ballet, modern dance (generally a mix of theater and dance), and jazz. Register for Experimental Dance Theater
Note: Please wear stretchy clothing, have long hair pulled up in a ponytail and be prepared to dance in socks or barefoot.
Intro to Swing Dance for Teens/Adults
Section #1
Thursdays
September 3 – September 24
6-7 p.m.
CRN# 91143
CFP 897-51
Fee: $60
Section #2
Thursdays
October 1 – October 22
6-7 p.m.
CRN#91144
CFP 897-52
Fee: $60
Section #3
Thursdays
November 5 – December 3
6-7 p.m.
CRN# 91145
CFP 897-53
Fee: $60
Note: No class November 26 – Thanksgiving Day
This course will be held at Dreamlights Studio at the Viaport Mall, 93 W. Campbell Rd., Schenectady, NY 12306
Students, ages 16 and older, will learn the basic footwork, rhythm, and styling of East Coast Swing (6 count). No partner or experience necessary. Register for Intro to Swing Dance for Teens/Adults
Ballroom Dance for Teens/Adults
Section #1
Mondays
September 7 – September 28
6-7 p.m.
CRN# 90663
CFP 881-51
Fee: $60
Section #2
Mondays
October 5- October 26
6-7 p.m.
CRN# 90933
CFP 881-52
Fee: $60
Section #3
Mondays
November 2 – November 23
6-7 p.m.
CRN# 91140
CFP 881-53
Fee: $60
This course will be held at Dreamlights Studio at the Viaport Mall, 93 W. Campbell Rd., Schenectady, NY 12306
Students, 16 years and older, will learn the basic steps, style and rhythm of Waltz, Foxtrot and Tango. No partner or experience necessary. Register for Ballroom Dance for Teens/Adults
Latin Dance for Teens/Adults
Section #1
Mondays
September 7 – September 28
7-8 p.m.
CRN# 90664
CFP 882-51
Fee: $60
Section #2
Mondays
October 5 – October 26
7-8 p.m.
CRN# 90934
CFP 882-52
Fee: $60
Section #3
Mondays
November 2 – November 23
7-8 p.m.
CRN# 91141
CFP 882-53
Fee: $60
This course will be held at Dreamlights Studio at the Viaport Mall, 93 W. Campbell Rd., Schenectady, NY 12306
Students, 16 years and older, will learn the basic steps, style and rhythm of Rumba, Cha-cha, Salsa, and Merengue. No partner or experience necessary. Register for Latin Dance for Teens/Adults
Piano Lessons for Kids/Teens
September 14 – December 4
By Appointment
CRN# 91134
CFP 300-51
Fee: $350
This course, designed especially for beginners ages 6-16, will include fundamental instruction in note reading, rhythm recognition, proper hand position, and chords. Instruction will consist of ten (10), half-hour individual lessons. Register for Piano Lessons for Kids/Teens
Guitar Lessons for Kids/Teens
September 14 – December 4
By Appointment
CRN# 90507
CFP 305-01
Fee: $350
This course, designed especially for beginners ages 6-16 years, will include fundamental
instruction in reading notes, strumming chords to songs, and technical development.
Instruction will consist of ten (10), half-hour individual lessons.
Note: Students must bring their own guitars. Register for Guitar Lessons for Kids/Teens
Voice Lessons for Kids/Teens
September 14 – December 4
By Appointment
CRN# 90509
CFP 306-51
Fee: $350
Students ages 6-16 years will learn proper singing technique and vocal independence through solo work. Instruction will consist of ten (10), half-hour individual lessons. Register for Voice Lessons for Kids/Teens
Cookie Decorating
Section #1: Halloween
Tuesday
October 6
6-8 p.m.
CRN# 90652
CFP 504-51
Fee: $69
Section #2: Christmas
Thursday
December 3
6-8 p.m.
CRN# 90653
CFP 504-52
Fee: $69
If you’ve never worked with royal icing or have dabbled just a little, this class is for you. Students, ages 10 and older, will work step-by-step on each cookie to learn hands-on the various decorating techniques used with royal icing. Cindy Burek of Buttercup Cookie will teach students about piping/outlining, flooding, and wet on wet techniques. Students will complete five cookie designs. Register for Cookie Decorating
Note: All supplies are provided. Once class registration has closed, students will be sent Cindy’s informational blog loaded with basics of baking cookies, tips, and tricks of the trade, as well as links to places online to check out for additional tutorials. Due to the perishables needed for this course, the withdrawal deadline for this class is two days prior to the start date.
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