2025-2026 Dance Season

Name
Days
Location
0.1 Path Mini Movers Dance Program: Discovery
πŸ‘§ Ages: 3–6
🩰 Intro to Ballet, Tap, and Jazz
πŸ—“οΈ 2x per week (Total: 2 hrs/week)
πŸ’΅ $130/month (via autopay)
βž• Add-On Classes:
β€’ $70/month for 1-hour classes
β€’ $50/month for 30-minute classes
Designed for children ages 3 to 6, our Mini Movers program introduces young dancers to the basics of dance in a fun, nurturing, and supportive environment. Please note: All participants must be potty trained to enroll.
Our experienced instructors use creative and engaging teaching techniques to help children develop coordination, balance, and rhythm. With age-appropriate games and activities, we encourage little dancers to explore movement, build confidence, and express their individuality.
In this program, dancers learn foundational ballet and tap skills, while also experiencing elements of jazz and creative movement. Activities are thoughtfully crafted to support spatial awareness, body control, and social development.
We are committed to fostering a positive, inclusive space where every child feels welcomed and supported. We believe dance should be a joyful and enriching experience for all, and our team is dedicated to helping each dancer grow at their own pace with care and encouragement.
Dress Code:
- Light purple/lilac Leotard
- Flesh Tone Tights
- Black Dance Shorts
- Skin Tone Ballet Shoes & Jazz Shoes
- Studio T-shirt for Hip Hop (Also used for community performance opportunities)
- Black Tap Shoes
- (Wednesday is uniform/videography day)

5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Main
0.2 Explorer Path: A Taste of Dance (Ages 6+ Beginner/Intermediate)
2 classes/week


🩰 Choose from: Ballet, Jazz, Tap, or Hip Hop. Please select from any of the Path 1 or Path 2 classes for your 2 hours of training.


πŸ’΅ $130/month


βž• Add-Ons: +$70/class


🌟 Perfect for dancers exploring their passion while building confidence, strength, and technique in a low-commitment structure
Dress Code:
- Black Leotard
- Flesh Tone Tights
- Black Dance Shorts
- Skin Tone Ballet Shoes & Jazz Shoes
- Studio T-shirt for Hip Hop (Also used for community performance opportunities)
- Black Tap Shoes
- (Wednesday is uniform/videography day)

12:00 PM to 12:00 PM
Large Studio
Casa de Ortiz Center
1.0 Path 1: FOUNDATIONS (Beginner)
πŸ‘¦ Ages: 6–10
πŸ’ƒ 4 boutique training classes/week
🎭 Disciplines: Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Jazz Fusion/Hip Hop
πŸ’΅ $225/month (via autopay)
βž• Add-On Classes: +$70/month per 1-hour class
Training Path 1 is designed for young dancers ages 6 to 10, offering a welcoming and supportive space to explore the foundations of Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, and stretching. This program introduces essential dance techniques while nurturing a love for movement and creativity.
Led by passionate instructors experienced in working with children, the program focuses on helping dancers build strong fundamentals. In Ballet, students learn core positions and movements that provide the groundwork for all dance styles. Jazz classes bring energy and fun, introducing upbeat music and basic jazz techniques.
Tap classes teach the rhythmic basics of this dynamic style, including key steps like shuffles, flaps, and ball changes. In Hip Hop, dancers explore age-appropriate grooves and movements set to high-energy music, encouraging rhythm, style, and confidence. Stretching is also incorporated to support flexibility, coordination, and healthy physical development.
Above all, Training Path 1 emphasizes confidence, coordination, and self-expression. Through engaging classes and a positive environment, young dancers not only build essential skills but also develop friendships and a lasting appreciation for the art of dance.
Dress Code:
- Black Leotard
- Flesh Tone Tights
- Black Dance Shorts
- Skin Tone Ballet Shoes & Jazz Shoes
- Studio T-shirt for Hip Hop (Also used for community performance opportunities)
- Black Tap Shoes
- (Wednesday is uniform/videography day)

12:00 PM to 12:00 PM
Casa de Ortiz Center
2.0 Path 2: FUNDAMENTALS (Intermediate)
πŸ§‘ Ages: 11–14
πŸŽ“ 4 boutique training classes/week
🎯 Choose Your Dance Pathway:
πŸ’Ž Ballet/Company
🎬 Commercial
πŸ“£ Dance Team
🎭 Broadway
πŸŽ“ College Prep
πŸ’΅ $225/month (via autopay)
βž• Add-On Classes: +$70/month per 1-hour class
Training Path 2 is the ideal next step for dancers who have completed Training Path 1 and are ready to deepen their skills and take on new challenges. This program offers a more advanced and comprehensive dance education across five key styles: Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, and Pointe for those ready that have selected a Ballet focused pathway.
In Training Path 2, dancers will select from the following focuses and their customized training schedule will be tailored for their focus and needs as an individual dancer:
πŸ’Ž Ballet/Company
🎬 Commercial
πŸ“£ Dance Team
🎭 Broadway
πŸŽ“ College Prep
In Ballet, students work on refining their technique with increased focus on complex movements, turns, and jumps. Jazz classes introduce more dynamic choreography, emphasizing intricate footwork, isolations, and stylistic expression.
Tap training builds on the basics introduced in Training Path 1, encouraging greater precision, speed, and musicality. In Hip Hop, dancers continue exploring current techniques and trends while developing their individual style and confidence in performance.
Led by experienced and passionate instructors, this program supports each dancer’s growth through a balance of discipline, creativity, and self-expression. Students are encouraged to push themselves physically and artistically, in a positive and inspiring environment.
Training Path 2 also includes opportunities for performances and competitions, giving dancers the chance to showcase their progress and gain real-world experience on stage.
Whether aiming to advance technically or build stage confidence, Training Path 2 equips dancers with the tools they need to thriveβ€”and fosters a lifelong love of dance.
Dress Code:
- Light Blue Leotard
- Flesh Tone Tights
- Black Dance Shorts
- Skin Tone Ballet Shoes & Jazz Shoes
- Black Tap Shoes
- Studio T-shirt for Hip Hop (Also used for community performance opportunities)
-(Wednesday is uniform/videography day)

12:00 PM to 12:00 PM
Main
3.0 Path 3: PROGRESSIONS (Int/Adv)
πŸ‘±β€β™€οΈ Ages: 14–15
🩰 6 boutique training classes/week
🎯 Customized by Pathway:
πŸ’Ž Ballet/Company
🎬 Commercial
πŸ“£ Dance Team
🎭 Broadway
πŸŽ“ College Prep
πŸ’΅ $425/month (via autopay)
βž• Add-On Classes: +$70/month per 1-hour class
Training Path 3 is crafted for intermediate to advanced dancers who have completed the earlier levels and are ready for a more rigorous and in-depth dance education. This program is designed to challenge students technically, creatively, and artistically, preparing them for pre-professional opportunities or advanced training.
Dancers will continue their focus in their selected dance pathway, and their customized schedule and additional opportunities and recommendations will be tailored to the dancer and the dance pathway chosen:
πŸ’Ž Ballet/Company
🎬 Commercial
πŸ“£ Dance Team
🎭 Broadway
πŸŽ“ College Prep
In Ballet, dancers continue to strengthen their technique with a focus on advanced movements such as fouettΓ©s and, for those ready, pointe work. Jazz classes emphasize complex choreography, detailed footwork, and musicalityβ€”encouraging dancers to explore and refine their own stylistic expression.
Tap focuses on precision, speed, and clarity, while giving students space to develop their unique rhythm and voice within the style. In Hip Hop, dancers will study advanced skills and contemporary trends, pushing their performance, creativity, and personal artistry.
This path also introduces contemporary dance, improvisation, and physical conditioning, helping students become versatile, well-rounded performers. Additional opportunities like choreography workshops and collaborations with fellow dancers and guest artists allow students to deepen their creative process and grow as artists.
Taught by experienced faculty and guest professionals, Training Path 3 is a comprehensive program for dancers aiming to reach their highest potentialβ€”whether they’re preparing for college dance programs, professional opportunities, or simply pursuing their passion at an advanced level.
Dress Code:
- Dark Blue Leotard
- Flesh Tone Tights
- Black Dance Shorts
- Skin Tone Ballet Shoes & Jazz Shoes
- Black Tap Shoes
- Studio T-shirt for Hip Hop (Also used for community performance opportunities)
- (Wednesday is uniform/videography day)

Customized training schedules for each dancer will be provided at registration.

12:00 PM to 12:00 PM
Main
4.0 Path 4: MASTERY (Pre-Pro Level)
πŸ§‘β€πŸŽ“ Ages: 16–18
🌟 8 boutique training classes/week
🎯 Customized by Pathway:
πŸ’Ž Ballet/Company
🎬 Commercial
πŸ“£ Dance Team
🎭 Broadway
πŸŽ“ College Prep
πŸ’΅ $525/month (via autopay)
βž• Add-On Classes: +$70/month per 1-hour class

Training Path 4 is designed for highly advanced dancers who have successfully completed the previous levels and are ready to push their technique, artistry, and performance skills to the highest level. This intensive program prepares dancers for professional careers in dance or continued study at the collegiate or conservatory level.
Dancers will continue their focus in their selected dance pathway, and their customized schedule and additional opportunities and recommendations will be tailored to the dancer and the dance pathway chosen:
πŸ’Ž Ballet/Company
🎬 Commercial
πŸ“£ Dance Team
🎭 Broadway
πŸŽ“ College Prep
In Ballet, students focus on refining advanced technique, mastering challenging movements such as multiple pirouettes and complex pointe work, and developing greater artistic expression and musical sensitivity. Jazz classes present sophisticated choreography, detailed footwork, and advanced improvisation techniques to push dancers creatively and technically.
Tap focuses on mastering intricate rhythms and footwork, while encouraging students to explore the musicality and improvisational freedom inherent in this rhythmic dance form. In Hip Hop, students train across a wide spectrum of stylesβ€”including popping, locking, and breakingβ€”to deepen their versatility and performance edge.
A key component of Training Path 4 is the emphasis on artistic identity. Dancers are encouraged to develop their own style and creative voice through choreography workshops, improvisation, and collaborative projects with fellow dancers and guest artists.
To support a well-rounded dance education, the program also includes training in contemporary dance, physical conditioning, and injury prevention, ensuring dancers build both technical endurance and long-term sustainability in their training.
Led by a team of highly qualified instructors and guest professionals, Training Path 4 offers a demanding yet supportive environment that challenges dancers physically, mentally, and artistically.
This program is the final step in our training progressionβ€”ideal for dancers committed to pursuing dance at the highest level and prepared to meet the demands of a professional or collegiate career in the performing arts.
Dress Code:
- Royal Purple Leotard
- Flesh Tone Tights
- Black Dance Shorts
- Skin Tone Ballet Shoes & Jazz Shoes
- Black Tap Shoes
- Studio T-shirt for Hip Hop (Also used for community performance opportunities)
- (Wednesday is uniform/videography day)

Customized training schedules for each dancer will be provided at registration.

12:00 PM to 12:00 PM
Main
Absolute Beginner Ballet
Tuesday
10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Big Room
Main
Absolute Beginner Ballet - Saturday
Saturday
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Big Room
Main
Dancer Fit (PBT/PCT) - Saturday
Saturday
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Big Room
Main
Tap Path 2 - Saturday
πŸ‘ž Tap – Pathway 2 (Fundamentals Level)

Ages: 7 and up (or by instructor placement)

Prerequisite: Completion of Tap Pathway 1 or prior experience

Tap Pathway 2 builds upon foundational rhythms with increased technical skill, musical precision, and layered sounds. Dancers in this level are challenged to refine their clarity, understand complex patterns, and begin working with syncopation and rhythm manipulation β€” essential elements of true tap artistry.

🎡 Class Focus Includes:

Clean execution of shuffles, flaps, cramp rolls, and ball changes

Introduction to syncopation, polyrhythms, and call-and-response drills

Basic rhythm combinations performed at various tempos

Expanding musical awareness through tap sequences and choreography

Use of dynamics, weight shifts, and full-body coordination

Developing improvisational instincts and confidence in creating sound

πŸ—‚οΈ Tap Vocabulary Emphasized:

Step Focus

Shuffle Step Clarity + Control

Flap Ball Change Speed + Weight Transfer

Cramp Roll Variations Heel-toe Technique

Maxi Ford Rhythm Layering

Irish Across-the-Floor Timing

Drawbacks Backward Tap Coordination

Toe-Heel Drops (Toe Stands) Balance + Accents

✨ Why Tap Pathway 2 at YAPP361?

Fosters musicianship through movement

Encourages students to become rhythm leaders in choreography

Prepares dancers for competition choreography, combo tap
pieces, and advanced improv

Strengthens skills used across other genres (especially Jazz + Hip-Hop)

This is the level where dancers don’t just learn the beat β€” they become the beat. Tap Pathway 2 is where sound becomes art, and where YAPP361 dancers begin developing their own rhythmic voice.
Saturday
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Big Room
Main

2026 Summer Sessions

Name
Days
Location
Session I: June 1-5 Summer Intensive
✨ YAPP 361 Summer Intensive 2026 ✨

πŸ† Award-Winning Choreography Β· Title-Winning Training

YAPP 361 is recognized for producing technically strong, artistically refined, and competitive dancers. Our choreography earns top awards and titles on national stages β€” and our training reflects that standard.

This intensive is designed for dancers who expect excellence and are committed to elite growth. πŸ’Ž

πŸ“… Intensive Dates

Session I: June 1–5, 2026
Session II: July 27–31, 2026
Time: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM Daily
πŸ“ 418 Military Drive, Corpus Christi, TX 78418

Dancers may register for one session or both.

🩰 Elite Training Focus

β€’ Advanced Ballet Technique & Alignment
β€’ Strength & Conditioning for Competitive Dancers πŸ’ͺ
β€’ Turns & Leaps Precision Training ✨
β€’ Award-Winning Contemporary & Jazz 🎭
β€’ Competition-Level Choreography πŸ”₯
β€’ Performance Quality & Title Preparation πŸ…
β€’ Official YAPP 361 Camp Shirt Included πŸ‘•

This is not a recreational camp. This is focused, structured, high-level training.

πŸ’Ž Investment (Per Session)

Early Registration:
$500 – Non-Members
$450 – YAPP Members

Late Registration:
$550 – Non-Members
$500 – YAPP Members

⭐ Multi-Week Enrollment Bonus:
Register for both sessions and receive $100 off your second week.

πŸ“Œ Registration Policy

A non-refundable $150 deposit per session is required to secure placement.
Deposit is applied toward total tuition balance.

Remaining Balance Due:
β€’ June Session: No later than May 28, 2026
β€’ July Session: No later than June 28, 2026

πŸŽ‰ Enrollment Benefits

β€’ 50% off August 2026 tuition for all registered intensive dancers
β€’ Referral rewards available when a friend registers 🀝
β€’ Extended care available (early drop-off & late pick-up for an additional fee)

YAPP 361 Dance Studio
πŸ“ž 361-946-4991
🌐 www.yapp361dance.com
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Big Room
Main
Session I: June 8-12 Summer Dance Camp
πŸ’œ YAPP 361 Summer Dance Camp 2026
Big Fun. Real Training.

Looking for a summer experience that’s exciting, creative, and builds real dance skills?

YAPP 361 Summer Dance Camp is the perfect blend of high-energy fun and structured technical training for dancers ages 5+ (Beginner & Intermediate levels).

This isn’t just a camp.
This is where confidence grows, technique sharpens, and dancers build the foundation for future success.

πŸŽ‰ What Makes This Camp Special

Your dancer will experience:

β€’ Ballet & Jazz technique foundations
β€’ Choreography & performance training
β€’ Confidence and stage presence development
β€’ Music exploration
β€’ Arts & crafts
β€’ Summer fun games
β€’ A camp shirt included

We combine structured skill-building with an exciting, supportive environment that keeps dancers engaged and inspired all week long.

πŸ“… Camp Dates

β€’ June 8–12
β€’ July 20–24

Ages 5+
Beginner & Intermediate Focus

πŸ’° Investment

Early Registration Pricing
Members: $300
Non-Members: $350

Regular Registration
Members: $400
Non-Members: $450

πŸ’₯ Bonus Savings

β€’ 50% OFF August Tuition
β€’ $100 OFF the second week when registering for both weeks

Spots are limited to maintain quality instruction and individual attention.

If you’re looking for a summer program that is both FUN and foundational β€” YAPP 361 is the place to train.

Secure your dancer’s spot today.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Big Room
Main
Session II: July 20-24th Summer Dance Camp
πŸ’œ YAPP 361 Summer Dance Camp 2026
Big Fun. Real Training.

Looking for a summer experience that’s exciting, creative, and builds real dance skills?

YAPP 361 Summer Dance Camp is the perfect blend of high-energy fun and structured technical training for dancers ages 5+ (Beginner & Intermediate levels).

This isn’t just a camp.
This is where confidence grows, technique sharpens, and dancers build the foundation for future success.

πŸŽ‰ What Makes This Camp Special

Your dancer will experience:

β€’ Ballet & Jazz technique foundations
β€’ Choreography & performance training
β€’ Confidence and stage presence development
β€’ Music exploration
β€’ Arts & crafts
β€’ Summer fun games
β€’ A camp shirt included

We combine structured skill-building with an exciting, supportive environment that keeps dancers engaged and inspired all week long.

πŸ“… Camp Dates

β€’ June 8–12
β€’ July 20–24

Ages 5+
Beginner & Intermediate Focus

πŸ’° Investment

Early Registration Pricing
Members: $300
Non-Members: $350

Regular Registration
Members: $400
Non-Members: $450

πŸ’₯ Bonus Savings

β€’ 50% OFF August Tuition
β€’ $100 OFF the second week when registering for both weeks

Spots are limited to maintain quality instruction and individual attention.

If you’re looking for a summer program that is both FUN and foundational β€” YAPP 361 is the place to train.

Secure your dancer’s spot today.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Big Room
Main
Session II: July 27-31st Summer Intensive
✨ YAPP 361 Summer Intensive 2026 ✨

πŸ† Award-Winning Choreography Β· Title-Winning Training

YAPP 361 is recognized for producing technically strong, artistically refined, and competitive dancers. Our choreography earns top awards and titles on national stages β€” and our training reflects that standard.

This intensive is designed for dancers who expect excellence and are committed to elite growth. πŸ’Ž

πŸ“… Intensive Dates

Session I: June 1–5, 2026
Session II: July 27–31, 2026
Time: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM Daily
πŸ“ 418 Military Drive, Corpus Christi, TX 78418

Dancers may register for one session or both.

🩰 Elite Training Focus

β€’ Advanced Ballet Technique & Alignment
β€’ Strength & Conditioning for Competitive Dancers πŸ’ͺ
β€’ Turns & Leaps Precision Training ✨
β€’ Award-Winning Contemporary & Jazz 🎭
β€’ Competition-Level Choreography πŸ”₯
β€’ Performance Quality & Title Preparation πŸ…
β€’ Official YAPP 361 Camp Shirt Included πŸ‘•

This is not a recreational camp. This is focused, structured, high-level training.

πŸ’Ž Investment (Per Session)

Early Registration:
$500 – Non-Members
$450 – YAPP Members

Late Registration:
$550 – Non-Members
$500 – YAPP Members

⭐ Multi-Week Enrollment Bonus:
Register for both sessions and receive $100 off your second week.

πŸ“Œ Registration Policy

A non-refundable $150 deposit per session is required to secure placement.
Deposit is applied toward total tuition balance.

Remaining Balance Due:
β€’ June Session: No later than May 28, 2026
β€’ July Session: No later than June 28, 2026

πŸŽ‰ Enrollment Benefits

β€’ 50% off August 2026 tuition for all registered intensive dancers
β€’ Referral rewards available when a friend registers 🀝
β€’ Extended care available (early drop-off & late pick-up for an additional fee)

YAPP 361 Dance Studio
πŸ“ž 361-946-4991
🌐 www.yapp361dance.com
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Big Room
Main