Open Dance Classes
Summer 2026 Classes
All classes are free, and unless otherwise specified, open to all ages and abilities. Come try something new, practice your craft and connect with the dance loving community.
July 8
Adult Ballet
6:30 - 7:30PM @ The Dance Space
This class will be on Monday, July 6
Take your ballet skills to the next level and learn from a professional dancer from the Festival.​
Primary Ballet
9 - 9:45AM @ The Dance Space
Young dancers age 5-8 enjoy a creative movement ballet class appropriate for all levels.​
Tap
1 - 2PM @ The Dance Space
Learn the basics of tap dance and get a feel for the importance of rhythm.​
Irish Step
1:45 - 2:30PM @ Nantucket High School
Boys & Girls Club members get to learn the traditional rhythms of Irish Step while exploring how to incorporate their own style. ​​
Advanced Ballet
9 - 10:15AM @ Nantucket High School
Take your ballet skills to the next level and learn from a professional dancer from the Festival.​
Beginner Ballet
10 - 11AM @ The Dance Space
All ages 8+ join in a class that starts with ballet basics for a great workout and introduction to ballet.​
Street Dance
1 - 1:45PM @ Nantucket High School
​Boys & Girls Club members learn Memphis Jookin' and elements of street dance.​​
July 9
Irish Step
11AM - 12PM @ Nantucket High School
Gain knowledge of traditional Irish Step, mixed with contemporary styles and new rhythms.​
Street Dance
1:30 - 2:30PM @ Nantucket High School
Break down the elements of Memphis Jookin', a street dance style focused on footwork and long movements.​​
Social Dance Night
6 - 8PM @ NISDA
Community swing event at Nantucket Island School of Design and the Arts. Enjoy food trucks, live music & a class in swing dance!​
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Modern
12:15 - 1:15PM @ Nantucket High School
A modern dance style class led by our multifaceted Festival artist.​​
Injury Prevention
2:45 - 3:45PM @ Nantucket High School
Class open for all ages to learn strategies aimed at protecting common areas of injury. ​
Performance Workshop
The performance workshop is a unique opportunity for young dancers ages 6 - 18 to work with our festival artists and perform on stage with professional dancers during the benefit performance on July 11th.
Participants will receive:
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TWO FREE tickets to the benefit performance (one for the student and one for a guardian)
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2026 Festival T-Shirt
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Unforgettable experience working with professionals and peers collaboratively
Performance Workshop Schedule
*Attendance at each practice is essential as dancers prepare to perform for a sold-out audience. All practices will be held at the Nantucket High School.