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Catalyst Dance Company
A joyful group of young female dancers and their instructor laughing and posing with their legs held up towards the camera in a dance studio setting.
Recreational Program

Dance For
The Love Of It.

Recreational dance classes in Lenexa, KS for kids ages 2–18

Beginner-friendly recreational dance classes for ages 2–18, grouped by age and experience. Enrollment is open now, and classes are currently in session.

Why Recreational

Made For Every Dancer

Beginner Friendly

A welcoming first step into dance where children build confidence, coordination, and a love of movement.

No Competition Pressure

Skill-building classes without the commitment or intensity of our competitive team.

All Skill Levels Welcome

Beginner-friendly training designed to grow with your dancer, at their own pace.

Start Here

Which Class Is Right For My Child?

Use your dancer's age and interests as a starting point. No audition or prior experience is required for recreational classes.

Ages 2–5

First Steps

Tiny Two’s, Rhythm & Movement, and Mini Movers introduce music, coordination, confidence, and classroom routines through age-appropriate play.

Ages 5–7

Explore Multiple Styles

Ballet/Tap and Jazz/Hip Hop combinations help young dancers discover what they enjoy while building a strong foundation.

Ages 7+

Build Skills & Confidence

Jazz, hip hop, pom, tap, ballet, acro, leaps and turns, and conditioning let dancers focus on their favorite styles and continue progressing.

Not sure where to start? Choose the closest fit when enrolling and add a note—we’ll help confirm the best placement.

See It In Action

Sideline Stars

Ages 7–14 · Saturdays

Pom, sideline cheers and game-day energy. Here's a peek at the kind of routine your dancer will learn — no experience needed.

  • Sharp pom motions and formations
  • Sideline cheers that lead the crowd
  • Jumps, kicks and turns
  • Big confidence and performance energy

Find your next class

Children’s recreational dance

Find a class you love, then choose a date that works for you.

Saturdays · Next 30 days

Sat, Oct 10–Sun, Nov 8 · All times Central

Recreational dance

Mini Movers Ages 3-5

A fun early-childhood class that develops coordination, creativity, listening skills, rhythm, and classroom confidence through music and movement.

Sat · 9:00 AM–9:45 AM

Claire Newton · Kindle

Upcoming: Oct 17 · Oct 24 · Oct 31 + more

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Saturday, October 17
9:00 AM–9:45 AM · Central

Kindle · Claire Newton

First class · $10

Using a class gift? Reserve through your individual gift link or QR code.

Recreational dance

Switch It Up

A high-energy class focused on jazz technique, flexibility, turns, jumps, musicality, confidence, and performance quality.

Sat · 9:00 AM–9:45 AM

Brooke Willis · Inferno

Upcoming: Oct 17 · Oct 24 · Oct 31 + more

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Saturday, October 17
9:00 AM–9:45 AM · Central

Inferno · Brooke Willis

First class · $10

Using a class gift? Reserve through your individual gift link or QR code.

Recreational dance

Ballet/Tap Combo Class Ages 5-7

A beginner-friendly combination class introducing ballet and tap while building coordination, musicality, balance, and confidence.

Sat · 9:45 AM–10:30 AM

Claire Newton · Kindle

Upcoming: Oct 17 · Oct 24 · Oct 31 + more

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Saturday, October 17
9:45 AM–10:30 AM · Central

Kindle · Claire Newton

First class · $10

Using a class gift? Reserve through your individual gift link or QR code.

Recreational dance · Ages 7–14

Sideline Stars

Pom technique, sideline cheers, jumps and game-day routines. High energy, big confidence, and no cheer or pom experience needed.

Sat · 9:45 AM–10:30 AM

Brooke Willis · Ignite

Upcoming: Oct 17 · Oct 24 · Oct 31 + more

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Saturday, October 17
9:45 AM–10:30 AM · Central

Ignite · Brooke Willis

First class · $10

Using a class gift? Reserve through your individual gift link or QR code.

Recreational dance

Jazz /Hip Hop Ages 5-7

An energetic combination class featuring age-appropriate jazz and hip hop, with pom technique included where listed. Dancers build rhythm, coordination, sharp movements, confidence, and performance skills.

Sat · 10:30 AM–11:15 AM

Claire Newton · Kindle

Upcoming: Oct 17 · Oct 24 · Oct 31 + more

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Saturday, October 17
10:30 AM–11:15 AM · Central

Kindle · Claire Newton

First class · $10

Using a class gift? Reserve through your individual gift link or QR code.

Updates automatically · Times may change
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Reserve Your Spot

No audition or prior experience is required. Tuition for the remainder of the current month is prorated at checkout, and your dancer may begin with the next scheduled class after enrollment is confirmed.

Beginner FriendlyNo Audition RequiredCurrent Month ProratedClasses In Session
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Enter your info

Add your parent and dancer details — it only takes a minute.

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Pick your classes

Choose the recreational classes that fit your dancer from the live schedule.

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Reserve & start tuition

Accept the waiver and pay prorated tuition for the remainder of the current month at checkout. Full monthly tuition continues on the 1st of each month.

Life at Catalyst

See The Fun

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Pricing

Simple, Per-Class Pricing

$60/mo

Per Class · per month

The remainder of the current month is prorated at checkout — full monthly tuition continues on the 1st of each month. Classes are currently in session.

What's Included

Recreational Program Details

Weekly technique classes across multiple styles
End-of-year recital performance
Flexible scheduling for busy families
Supportive, low-pressure class culture
Optional opportunities to try competitive team later
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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Ready To Join Us?

Classes are currently in session. Choose your classes and reserve your dancer's spot today — tuition for the remainder of the current month is prorated at checkout and full monthly tuition continues on the 1st of each month.