UPDATE 6/22/20: TDE is OPENING July 13th for summer classes in accordance with the guidelines & capacity limits set by Connecticut's Phase 2 Reopen Plan. We are taking temperatures upon arrival, have extra cleaning protocols and social distancing measures in place, and are keeping our lobby closed for the time being. Online learning options are available too!

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Call 860.443.1154 or email with any questions. Thank you!

Welcome to The Dance Extension!
 

Looking for an exciting summertime class for your child? You're in the right place! 

2020 Summer Program

Click on a Program for details:

Revised 6/29/2020

Twirling Trolls (Ages 3-6)

Magical Moments  (Ages 3-6)

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Frozen Friends (Ages 3-6)

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Tumbling Trolls (Ages 4-6)

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Future Stars (Ages 5-7)

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Trolls World Tour (Ages 5-7)

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Sparkles & Rainbow Bows (Ages 5-7)

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Jumpstart! (Ages 7-12)

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Summer Intensive (Ages 8-18)

Program Details

Program Details

Hair Up!  Are you ready to leap and twirl through a colorful, wonderful, magical world inspired by playful Trolls? If you have sunshine in your pocket and a good soul in your feet, it's time to DANCE, DANCE, DANCE! Come find your happy place this summer at TDE!  

Days/Times/Location

Ages 3-6

Tuesdays 9-9:45 am
In Person Class - Limited to 6

with Parent

July 14th, 21st, 28th & August 4th

Chapman Studio

Tuesdays 10-10:30 am

Online VIRTUAL Class

July 14th, 21st, 28th & August 4th

Attire

Girls: Pink skirted leotard, pink tights & pink ballet shoes

Boys: White t-shirt, black shorts, bare feet or white socks with black ballet shoes. 

Tuition

Enrollment Limited to 6 for In Person Classes.

Click here to Enroll:

Program Details

4 Week Royal Class

Celebrate Moana, Cinderella, Snow White, Elsa & Anna!

Experience an enchanting class perfectly suited to those who love to move. Watch your favorite princess or prince leap and spin through the kingdom making new friends and building self-confidence along the way! So dust off your tiara as we celebrate a new princess each week through dance, music & movement, and, of course, a little bit of Royal Etiquette too! 

Class concludes with a special Coronation Ceremony, and photo shoot with our special Guest Princesses!

Days/Times/Location

Ages 3-6

Mondays 9-9:45 am

IN STUDIO (Limited to 6)

with Parent

July 13th, 20th, 27th & August 3rd

Chapman Studio
 

Mondays 10-10:30 am

Online VIRTUAL CLASS
July 13th, 20th, 27th & August 3rd

Tuesdays 4:30-5 pm

Online VIRTUAL CLASS

July 14th, 21st, 28th & August 4th

Tuesdays 5:15-6 pm

IN STUDIO (Limited to 6)

with Parent
July 14th, 21st, 28th & August 4th

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Chapman Studio

Attire

Princesses

Pink skirted leotard, pink tights & pink ballet shoes

Princes

White t-shirt, black shorts, black ballet shoes or barefeet

"Thank you for an amazing Magical Moments Princess Camp and Frozen Adventure experience for Alexis! These are memories we will surely cherish. We loved the personal touches with the crowning ceremony and the certificate to the "Princess Tea". The program was very well thought out and truly special! Thank you again for your guidance and putting a smile on our little one's face each week throughout her Spring and Summer!"

- The Redman Family

Tuition

Early Enrollment Bonus!

A Gift for You! The first 6 students to enroll in Magical Moments receive a free tutu at the first class! 

Enrollment Limited to 6 for In Person Classes.

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Program Details

Take an enchanting journey through Arendelle with a whole new cast of characters! Your child will shine in this class inspired by the smash hit movies. Tiptoe through the drifts of snow, twirl across the frozen lake, slide down the frosted hills and ride a water horse through the icy ocean.  Watch your child skip, twist, and leap through this icy adventure - a dance class your little one will remember forever!  

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Class concludes with a special Royal Tea Party, Coronation Ceremony, and photo shoot with our special Guest Princesses!

Days/Times

Ages 3-6

Mondays 5:15-6 pm

IN STUDIO FULL (Limited to 6)

with Parent

July 13th, 20th, 27th & August 3rd

Chapman Studio

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Wednesdays 9-9:45 am

IN STUDIO FULL (Limited to 6)

with Parent
July 15th, 22nd, 29th & August 5th

Chapman Studio

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Wednesdays 10-10:30 am

Online VIRTUAL Class

July 15th, 22nd, 29th & August 5th

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Wednesdays 4:30-5 pm
Online VIRTUAL Class

July 15th, 22nd, 29th & August 5th

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Chapman Studio

Attire

Girls: Pink skirted leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes 
Boys: White t-shirt, black shorts or sweatpants, black ballet shoes

Tuition

Early Enrollment Bonus!

A Gift for You! The first 6 Students to enroll in

Frozen Friends receive complimentary snowflake tutu at the first class! 

Enrollment Limited to 6 for In Person Classes.

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You're invited to the most exciting party of the summer..the Jo Jo Hip Hop Dance Party!  Dance to your favorite Jo Jo Siwa songs, express your personality and learn to move in new ways. Watch your child explore the funkier side of dance in this hip hop class and develop self-expression and an individual style. This class will have your child jumping with excitement each week!  It's sure to be Big Bowtastic! 

Program Details

Days/Times/Location

Ages 5-7
 

Thursdays 5:15-6 pm

July 16th, 23rd, 30th & August 6th
Chapman Studio

Hybrid Class: In Person FULL (Limited to 6) & 
Online (Zoom) Simultaneously

Attire

Girls

Solid color biketard or t-shirt, leotard, black jazz shorts or leggings/tights, socks & *sneakers 

Boys

Plain t-shirt, shorts or sweatpants, socks, & *sneakers

*Sneakers must be clean and may not have been worn outside to protect the dance floor.

Tuition

 Enrollment Limited to 6 for In Person Classes.

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Program Details

Hop on a Trolls inspired World Tour and embark on a journey into dance this summer with a whole new "band" of friends. Each week your child will explore a different genre of music through a different style of dance (jazz, acrobatics, hip hop and ballet). Just like the Trolls, your child will discover what makes each one unique and special! A great opportunity to try new styles of dance this summer!

Days/Times/Location

​Ages 5-7 | Mondays 4:30-5:15 pm
July 13th, 20th, 27th & August 3rd

Hybrid Class: In Person (Limited to 6) & 
Online (Zoom) Simultaneously

Chapman Studio

Attire

Girls

Solid color biketard or leotard with black jazz shorts or leggings/tights, jazz shoes or ballet shoes.

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Boys

Plain t-shirt, shorts or sweatpants, socks, & jazz shoes or bare feet

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Tuition

 Enrollment Limited to 6 for In Person Classes.

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Program Details

Are you ready to rock & roll? This summer explore acrobatics and tumbling with a hair raising twist! This class is based on the Acrobatic Arts® AcroDance syllabus which combines of dance and acrobatics! Learn the acro positions, locomotor skills (galloping, leaping, jumping, hopping, etc), flexibility, balance, movement concepts, cooperation and social skills coupled with music, dance, imagination and fun. Ideal for preschoolers age 4-5.

Days/Times/Location

Ages 4-6

Thursdays 4:30-5 pm

Hybrid Class: In Person (Limited to 6) & 

Online (Zoom) Simultaneously

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Chapman Studio

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July 16th, 23rd, 30th & August 6th

Attire

Girls
Solid color biketard or leotard with black jazz shorts, footless tights, barefeet

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Boys
Plain t-shirt, shorts or sweatpants, barefeet

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Tuition

 Enrollment Limited to 6 for In Person Classes.

Click here to Enroll:

Program Details

Watch your child leap though summer in this ballet class that encourages him/her to step into the spotlight and shine from within!

Days/Times/Location

Ages 5-7 | Wednesdays 5:15-6 pm

July 15th, 22nd, 29th & August 5th

Chapman Studio

Hybrid Class: In Person (Limited to 6) & 
Online (Zoom) Simultaneously

Attire

Girls: Pink or marine blue skirted leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes 
Boys: White t-shirt, black shorts or sweatpants, black ballet shoes

Tuition

Click here to Enroll: