Franklin Dance & Movement Center
Artistic Director, Lianne Paskel
A master of classical dance technique and new age dance moves which provide the student with balance that will enhance mind, body and soul.

“My teenager grew so much with Lianne, her self esteem and her physical ability to perform in ways that she never imagined. I am so grateful that she learned to love herself!”
Marianne Sacks


“My little one has learned to enjoy dance and creative movement in a safe and nurturing environment.
I would never let my girls dance any place else!”
Rebecca Zusel







This unique program focuses on Dance Technique, Strengthening,
Movement and Positive Self Esteem
  • Jazz: Some of the components of a jazz class include body isolations, turns, leaps, progressives across the floor as well as combinations of movement.

  • Jazz/Hip Hop

  • Jazz/Tap: 20 minutes of beginning jazz and 20 minutes of beginning tap.

  • Adult Jazz: warm -up and learn jazz combinations which could be put into a routine.

  • Adult Hip Hop: Emphasis is less on technique and more on performance.  The students will learn dance styles seen on Music Videos.

  • Boys Hip Hop: Emphasis is less on technique and more on performance.  The students will learn dance styles seen on Music Videos.

  • Pre-Tap: Learn the basic barre and floor exercises.  Learn a dance routine using what had been learned.

  • Tap: This classes teaches poise , grace and balance with the emphasis on graceful movements.  Ballet skills lead to the technical aspects of all forms of dance.

  • Tap-Ballet: 20 minutes of beginning tap and 20 minutes of beginning ballet.

  • Parent Tot: Follow the leader warm-up and movement games.  Learn where toes and heels are at the barre and learn a song and dance.  This a fun filled class with also parachute play .  This is class for both the parent and child to do together.

  • Adult Tap: Tap warm-up and learn tap combinations which could be put into a routine.

  • Pre-Ballet: Learn the beginning ballet positions and movements Learn a dance routine using what had been learned.

  • Ballet: This classes teaches poise , grace and balance with the emphasis on graceful movements.  Ballet skills lead to the technical aspects of all forms of dance.

  • Acro: A combination of dance and gymnastics.  Dancers will learn how to develop acrobatic and gymnastic skills with an emphasis on flexibilty and strength.


Date & Time Class Level Years Intructor
Monday 5:00-6:00 Jazz/Hip Hop    Level 1 7-9 year olds Lianne
Monday 6:00-6:45 Boys Hip/Hop   All ages Lianne 
Monday 7:00-8:00 Jazz/ Hip Hop Level 2 14-17  Lianne
         
Tuesday 10:30-11:00 Pre-Ballet/Creative Movement   3-4 year olds Lisa
Tuesday 11:00-11:30 Tap Level 1 3-4 year olds Lisa
Tuesday 11:30-12:00 Tap/ Ballet   4-5 year olds Lisa
Tuesday 3:15-4:00 *Pre Ballet/Creative Movement   3-5 Year olds Lisa
Tuesday 4:30-5:15 Ballet Level 2 6-8 year olds Marci
Tuesday 5:15-6:45 Creative Movement   4-5 year olds Marci
Tuesday 7:00-8:00 Teen/Adult Tap Level 1   Marci
Tuesday 5:00-6:00 Jazz/HipHop Level 1  9 year olds Lianne
Tuesday 6:00-7:00 Teen Jazz Level 2  11 and up Lianne
         
Wednesday 9:30-10:30 **Adult Jazz Fusion Level 1   Lianne
Wednesday 5:00-5:45 HipHop/Jazz Level 1 6-8 year olds Lisa
Wednesday 5:45-6:30 Tap Level 1 6- 8 year olds Lisa
Wednesday 6:30-7:15 Jazz Trio      
         
Thursday 5:45-6:30 Tap Level 1 7-9 year olds Lianne
Thursday 7:15-8:15 Jazz/Hip Hop Level 2 Teen Lianne
         
No classes on Friday        
         
Saturday  9:45-10:15 Pre-Ballet/Creative Movement   3-4 year olds Marci
Saturday 10:15-11:00 Tap Level 1 4-5 year olds Marci
Saturday 11:00-11:45 Jazz Level 1 5-6 year olds Marci
Saturday 11:45-12:30 Tap Level 1 5-6 year olds Marci


*This class runs for 6 weeks. Price: Members $97.20 and Non members $108.00
**This class runs for 8 weeks. Price: Member $144.00 and Non Member $128.00

Rates Members Non-Members
1 Hour $288.00 (18 weeks) $324.00 (18 weeks)
45 min $252.00 (18 weeks) $288.00 (18 weeks)
30 min $180.00 (18 weeks) $216.00 (18 weeks)


Summer Dance Camp

The morning begins with a creative dance class where children can express themselves through movement. Children will explore moving in different ways, dancing to a variety of music and dance styles while developing dance skills and learning all types of dance vocabulary. Dance class will be followed by an art project integrating art and movement concepts. Each day will encompass a different theme. After enjoying a healthy snack together, we will do a special project which may include drama and theatre games, dance history, sing alongs and LOTS of music for our dancers.
Date and Time:
June 21-25
July 5–9
August 2-6
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
What to bring:
Comfortable clothing, tennis shoes, swimsuit, sunscreen, healthy snack, reusable water bottle.
Price:
Member:
Half day: $45.00
Week:$189.00
Non-Member:
Half day:$54.00
Week $210.00


Please contact our Lianne Paskel, at (248) 763.6244, for any additional information.
For registration please contact Member Services at (248) 352-8000, ext 435