Special Needs Classes at Brucie Klay’s Dance Center

Starting in November 2022 * Saturdays at 11:30 AM * $25 per class * Ages 7 – 18

Contact Brucie@brucieklays.com

with subject line Special Needs Classes if you have interest in this class.

• Working on balance through obstacle courses, balance beams, Aerial swings, tumbling, and dance.
• Rhythm through music, drumbeats, and lumni sticks.
• Enjoyment and identification of sounds in music.
• Flexibility through specialized stretch and movement associated in sports such as throwing/kicking/catching a ball, and movement patterns.
• Strength through various exercises with weighted balls or supporting weight.
• Creativity through dance, use of props such as balloons, scarves, ribbon wands, and more.
• Focus by following directions in a class setting by use of sound and color.

More benefits of dance to overall health and function

• A decrease in self stimulatory behaviors. Improved cognitive functioning.  An increase in socialization
• An improved behavior and mood. An increase in self-expression. Improved auditory processing
• An improvement in fine and gross motor ability. A boost in self-esteem and self-confidence
• An improvement in language and communication skills. A decrease in anxiety. Improved academic functioning. Increased eye contact

Brucie Klay Boonstoppel has experience with special needs classes at Brucie Klay’s Dance Center and Roosevelt Elementary School. She has over 36 years of teaching experience and a BFA in Dance from Florida State University. Her goal has always been to give the joy of music and movement with functional training to help every child reach their full potential.