Tap & Ballet (Gr. K-8)

K-2 Dancers
Our Tap and Ballet Combo classes are a favorite and are offered at multiple levels to suit a range of ages and abilities. Each class blends the fundamentals of both tap and ballet, providing dancers with a well-rounded introduction to rhythm, coordination, technique, and grace. 

Classes include warm-ups stretching, across-the-floor exercises, and a combination of ballet barre work and tap combinations. Students will also learn proper terminology and build confidence as they progress. 

Technique and content will advance with each level, ensuring appropriate challenge and growth. No experience is needed for beginner levels. To move up, dancers must complete a full season at their current level.

These combo classes are the perfect balance of skill-building and fun, offering an engaging environment where students can learn, grow, and shine. 

All dancers will need pink leather ballet slippers and black tap shoes

If you are unsure of your child(ren)'s placement, please email misscindy423@gmail.com for guidance.

(Early Bird Discount - Register before September 1, 2026 - Discount will show up at check-out!)

 
Beginner Tap & Ballet (Grades K-4)

Thursdays, 5:00 - 5:45pm

Intermediate Tap and Ballet (Grades K-8)
This class is for 3rd - 8th graders that have completed a previous class.
Wednesdays, 4:15 - 5:00pm (grades 1-4)
Thursdays, 6:00 - 6:45pm (grades 4-8)
Saturdays, 11:15am - 12pm (grades K-3)


Our Intermediate Tap & Ballet Combo class is designed for upper elementary and middle school dancers who are ready to refine their skills, deepen their technique, and explore more complex choreography. This class offers a balanced and challenging blend of both tap and ballet, providing continued development in rhythm, coordination, musicality, strength, and grace.

Dancers will engage in full warm-ups, dynamic stretching, across-the-floor progressions, ballet barre work, center exercises, and more intricate tap combinations. Emphasis is placed on precision, articulation, and performance quality, with opportunities to explore expressive movement and advanced musical phrasing. Proper terminology and technique are reinforced throughout the class to support each dancer’s growth.

This level is ideal for dancers who have prior experience and are ready to build on a strong foundation in a supportive, focused, and creatively rich environment.

*All dancers will need pink leather ballet slippers and black tap shoes*


Fall Session:
Saturdays, September 12 - December 5, 2026 (no class November 28, 2026)
Wednesdays, September 16 - December 9, 2026 (no class November 25, 2026)
Thursdays, September 17 - December 10, 2026 (no class November 26, 2026)

All classes will be held at the Recreation Building at EG Farms (79 North Main Street)

The Winter Dance Recital is scheduled for Sunday, December 13, 2026 at 1pm with the dress rehearsal for Friday, December 11, 2026 at 5pm)


About the Instructor

Cindy Williams is the director and sole choreographer of the East Granby Parks and Recreation Dance Program. She began teaching at the age of 17 and later opened her own studio in Springfield, MA, which she ran for 15 years. After closing the studio to welcome her fifth child, Cindy taught for 22 years at New England Dance & Gymnastics Centers in Granby, CT and Westfield, MA. In 2019, she launched the East Granby Parks & Rec program, quickly growing it from 35 to over 150 dancers.

Certified by Dance Educators of America, Cindy is dedicated to teaching strong technique in a fun, supportive environment. Her mission is to nurture not only skilled dancers, but kind, respectful individuals. Today, she continues to build a dance community rooted in confidence, connection, and a lifelong love of dance.

Inclusion and ADA Accessibility

  • East Granby Parks and Recreation is committed to providing inclusive and accessible programs for all individuals. We strive to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provide reasonable accommodations to facilitate participation in our programs by those with disabilities or medical conditions.
  • To ensure that adequate resources are in place for the participant, registration and accommodation requests must be received no later than two weeks prior to the start date of the program.
  • Please contact Alicia Van Neil to request accommodation: (860) 653-7660 or aliciav@egtownhall.com.
  • Additional information may be requested to better understand the participant’s needs.
Register Activity Ages Grades Days Date/Time Fees
 
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Intermediate Tap and Ballet (Grades K-3) Saturdays 
N/A K - 3 ThSa  09/12/2026 - 12/05/2026
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM

East Granby Recreation Center
$170.00 Res, $180.00 Non-Res
 
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Beginner Tap and Ballet (Grades K-4 Thursdays) 
N/A K - 4 Th  09/17/2026 - 12/10/2026
05:00 PM - 05:45 PM

East Granby Farms - Recreation Building
$170.00 Res, $180.00 Non-Res
 
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Tap and Ballet (Grades 1-4) Wednesdays 
N/A K - 3 09/16/2026 - 12/09/2026
04:15 PM - 05:00 PM

East Granby Farms - Recreation Building
$170.00 Res, $180.00 Non-Res
 
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Intermediate Tap & Ballet (Grades 5-8 Thursdays) 
N/A 4 - 8 Th  09/17/2026 - 12/10/2026
06:00 PM - 06:45 PM

East Granby Farms - Recreation Building
$170.00 Res, $180.00 Non-Res
* Adjustments and discounts will be applied during checkout if applicable. *

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