FootNotes Dance & Acrobatics

2013 Summer Programs | 2013-2014 Class Schedule | Class Descriptions | Placement Guidelines | Dress Requirements

“Dance is music made visible”

~George Balanchine

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2013-2014 CLASS SCHEDULE

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Class Descriptions

Combination Classes for Ages 3-6:

This program includes ballet and tap for the beginner students taught in a nurturing environment making dance a fun experience. It provides the young dancer with a strong foundation in dance and movement . The class introduces students to the basic elements of dance including locomotor movements (hopping, skipping, jumping), beat and time, musical rhythm, simplified ballet steps, limbering exercises, coordination skills, left and right discrimination and patterns of movement. Integrated with these physical concepts are the intellectual concepts of self-awareness, creative expression, teamwork, and self-confidence. Students will also learn the basics of classroom behavior and manners.

Ballet:

A classical form of dance that provides a strong, solid technical base for all other dance forms. These very technical classes consist of barre, center floor, and progressions across the floor. One hour ballet classes are offered for ages 6 and up for all levels.

Jazz:

Fun, upbeat style of dance that stems from ballet and combines today’s stylish moves with energetic, popular music. Our jazz classes take many forms from classical to theatrical to lyrical. Classes usually begin with a warm-up, followed by technique, across the floor combinations and choreography. One hour jazz classes are offered for ages 6 and up, beginner thru advanced.

Tap:

A truly American style of dance, tap has found a resurgence in the past few years. Great for developing rhythmic coordination skills. One hour tap classes are offered for ages 6 and up; beginner thru advanced.

Hip Hop:

High energy freestyle dance form that has evolved from breakdancing, streetdancing, urban, and jazz into one of the most popular forms today. Ages 7 and up.

Musical Theatre:

Incorporates elements of dance, acting/self expression, voice, and performing techniques. Learn what it’s like to be a Broadway star. Ages 8 and up.

Acrobatics:

Similar to the floor skills of gymnastics, it is a high energy performing art that focuses on strength, stretch, balance and partnering work (stunting). Basic tumbling includes backbends, cartwheels, handstands/headstands, rolls, walkovers, handsprings, aerial tricks and more. Ages 4 and up; beginner thru advanced.

“What we hope ever to do with ease, we must first learn to do with diligence”

~Samuel Johnson

Placement guidelines

Due to the wide variety of curriculums taught from school to school please refer to the general guidelines listed below to help understand our levels of progression.

Please note:
These are approximate level progressions, children may progress at different rates. Levels do overlap slightly depending on how much training they've had in those years. (I.e. 1 jazz class vs. 1 jazz, 1 ballet, 1 lyrical, 1 acrobatics) Combination/preschool classes are not counted as years of experience. Placement will ultimately be determined by directors in the best interests of your child upon registration.

GENERAL GUIDLINES FOR LEVEL PROGRESSIONS

* I = Beginner = 0-3 years experience
* II = Intermediate = 3-6 years experience
* III = Advanced = 5+ years experience

Dress Requirements

“To feel like a dancer, you must look like a dancer”

For All Classes

Hair must be pulled up and secured for all classes.

No t-shirts in class.

No jewelry.

No undergarments should be visible. Nude camisole leotards or sports bras are recommended if needed.

Please label all shoes and bags with student’s name

Combination Classes
Pink leotard, pink or tan tights, pink ballet shoes and tan tap shoes. No diapers or pull-ups. As soon as possible, get students accustomed to not wearing underwear.

Ballet
Girls: Black leotard, pink tights and pink ballet shoes. Hair must be pulled up and secured in a bun. No skirts or shorts.

Boys: Black dance pants, white t-shirts, tanks or muscle shirts and black ballet shoes. Dance belts if applicable.

Jazz
Any color leotard, tights and Revolution tan jazz boots. Dance pants/shorts optional.

Hip Hop
Any dancewear and dance sneakers.

Tap
Any color leotard, tights and black lace-up tap shoes.

Acrobatics
Bike-tard or leotard, convertible or footless tights and bare feet.

Musical Theatre
Comfortable clothing that allows an ease of movement. NO skirts or jeans. No street shoes. Jazz shoes or socks must be worn until a shoe is decided on for the recital. Shoes will need to be purchased for the recital.

FOR YOR CONVENIENCE ALL DANCEWEAR MAY BE OBTAINED THROUGH THE STUDIO.