Dance Group

Pseloretes offers dance classes to their youth to introduce them to traditional music and dance steps that are currently performed on the island and have been passed down for generations. Due to current class sizes, our younger groups have been combined, though they may be split again if numbers pick up.

Younger Group (3–9 years old)

This combined group focuses on learning and reinforcing the basic set of Cretan dances—Siganos, Syrto, Sousta, and possibly Maleviziotiko. The purpose is to introduce dancers to a structured environment, expand upon dancing skills, and prepare them for live performances. Each dancer should be able to follow instructions from the teacher.

This group will perform Syrto, Sousta, and possibly Maleviziotiko at the Annual Dance.

Middle Group (9–14 years old)

At this level, students continue to develop basic steps with the introduction of routines and choreography. Pentozali, Maleviziotiko, and Forgotten Dances will also be introduced. Each dancer must be able to perform each dance correctly and follow instruction from the teacher.

Older Group (14+ years old)

This class focuses on mastering core dances and learning the “forgotten” dances of the Cretan tradition.

Students at this level are expected to perform at various events throughout the year.

Teachers

Our dance instruction team teaches across all age groups:

  • Matina Fabian
  • Mariana El-Ali
  • Leah El-Ali
  • John Marakis

Fee Schedule / Obligations

To register for the dance group, parents MUST be members of Pseloretes or the KPHTH Ladies Club, or the dancer must be a member of the Levendoyenna Youth Group, in good standing.

It is recommended that each dancer's family purchase at least 2 Annual Dance tickets to attend and support their kids/grandkids performing in the Annual Dance.

Practice Dates / Times

(October–February, excluding holidays/breaks. Times may be adjusted by teachers.)

  • 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM – Older Group (14+ years old)
  • 12:15 PM – 1:15 PM – Middle Group (9–14 years old)
  • 1:15 PM – 2:00 PM – Younger Group (3–9 years old)

Important Note on Overlapping Ages: If your child is 9 or 14 years old, they MUST practice with both their main group (the lower age group) and the next group up. Their main group is the one with which they will perform.