SUMMER 2026 CLASSES
Summer classes begin June 1 and run through August 13. There will be no classes the week of July 6 - 10.
AT NEW BRACKETT CHURCH, PEAKS ISLAND
Dancercise
Mondays & Wednesdays, 9:00am - 9:45am, June 1 - August 12 (no classes July 6 & 8)
Move to the music to start your day right! We use simple patterns and repetitions so that everyone can get on board. Class starts with warm up and ends with cool down and stretch. In between, our goal is to keep our bodies in motion and our hearts pumping for a 30-minute cardio session. Wear comfortable clothes and supportive athletic shoes (bring a clean pair to change when you come in from the weather!)
Register for single day ($60/session) or both days ($100/session).
Intro to East Coast Swing
Tuesdays, 4:00pm - 5:00pm, June 2 - June 30
We'll cover basic steps and turns, plus some fancy steps designed to impress! Class is taught with gender-neutral "lead" and "follow" pairings, and single dancers are welcome to participate.
Pre-registration is required. Donation of $10/class suggested, payable in cash or by Venmo on the day of the class. All proceeds support New Brackett Church capital projects.
Adult Beginning Ballet
Tuesdays, 5:15pm - 6:15pm, June 2 - August 1 (no class July 7)
We're covering the very basics of ballet techniques with a beginner barre and basic centre work. Develop balance and strength, plus learn terminology and history as we explore this classical art form. This class is for all bodies and all levels. Ballet shoes are encouraged, but as long as you have comfortable clothes and soft foot coverings, you are ready to go! The class is free and on-going, but registration is required.
Adult Advanced Beginner Tap
Thursdays, 1:00pm - 1:45pm, June 4 - August 13 (no class July 9)
This ongoing class is all about the fun! Learn steps and combinations, and maybe even perform with the Peaks Island Follies at the annual Variety Show! New students are encouraged to come and check it out, even if you're not ready to commit to buying tap shoes. Wear comfortable clothes and hard soled shoes. The class is free and on-going, but registration is required.
AT PEAKS ISLAND COMMUNITY CENTER
Body Conditioning
Thursdays, 2:15pm - 3:15pm, June 4 - August 6 (no class July 9)
Combine mat work, strength training, and stretching exercises to improve muscle tone, agility, and balance. Participants should be comfortable getting down to the floor (and back up again!). Please come prepared in comfortable clothing and supportive shoes, and bring your own mat if you can. Resistance bands, hand weights, and straps, as well as a limited number of mats, are available for use on site. Registration is through Portland Parks and Recreation, $45 for nine-week session.
ONLINE VIA ZOOM
Adult Intermediate Barre & Centre
Wednesdays, 8:00pm - 9:00pm, June 3 - August 12 (no class July 8)
This ZOOM-based ballet class is designed for students with limited space and equipment. Barre includes warm-up, plié, tendu, degagé, rond de jambe, fondu, frappé, and grand battement and changes every 4 to 5 weeks. Centre combination is developed over 3 - 5 weeks. Combinations are low-impact only and include minimal locomotor (traveling) movement.
Payment by check or Venmo, $100 for ten-week session.
Contact caitlinosbornedance@gmail.com to register