CHCA Dance Academy is not just an after-school program; it is a dance academy exclusively for our CHCA students. We offer a variety of levels and styles that include technique and competitive options. Our professional faculty features instructors who have danced and choreographed professionally throughout the United States and carry with them national and regional awards for choreography and performance. Our program also offers an ALL INCLUSIVE tuition system, meaning you are charged a flat fee for classes, costuming, competitions, etc. This makes the financial commitment easy to budget. Traditional studios generally charge tuition and then charge for all of the ‘extras’ throughout the year. The only expenses not covered in CHCA’s program will be personal items (e.g., shoes, tights, hairpins, makeup), competition entry fees and costumes for solo and ensemble performers and travel expenses. If you are new to our studio and need help with registration, please contact the Dance Program Director Judy McCreary at judy.mccreary@chca-oh.org. Please remember that you cannot sign up for competitive teams without an evaluation unless you were a member of a competitive team during the 2016-2017 school year. Contact Judy if you have questions regarding evaluations or 2017-2018 placement.
PRESCHOOL EAGLETS (3-4 YEAR OLDS)
BALLET TECHNIQUE (BALLET I, II, III. GRADE – BASED)
Nurture your child’s creative spirit in this fun introduction to
High quality ballet training is a must for any serious dancer. This
dance. This class will use upbeat music and games to build an
beautiful art form is the foundation for all forms of dance, as it
appreciation for music and the fundamental gross motor skills
develops necessary core strength and muscle awareness. More
needed for dance. Students will sharpen social awareness,
serious instruction with heavy emphasis on technique begins
coordination, and musicality while learning introductory ballet
around the age of eight. Typically students begin at the barre,
steps. They will also be exposed to the proper mechanics of
then move to centre floor exercises where they learn classical
forward and backward rolling and other beginning tumbling skills,
steps and movements, and then to across-the-floor combinations.
a stepping stone for acro dance that they may enjoy in the coming
An age appropriate ballet class is required for participation on a
years. At the teacher’s discretion, beginning tap exercises may
competitive team.
also be added into the curriculum, in which case tap shoes would
Ballet I - Gr. 2-3, Ballet II - Gr. 4-6, Ballet III - Gr. 7-12
be required. The Eaglet class will perform in the spring Showcase. There is a $30 program fee added to cover the costume.
TECHNIQUE CLASSES Technique classes are non-competitive classes which focus on flexibility, body alignment and learning the correct execution of dance steps. Core strength will be emphasized along with learning new combinations, leaps and turns. Students will progress at individual rates, so these classes are ideal for the
JAZZ TECHNIQUE I This is the class for students wanting to learn the fundamentals of classical jazz technique. Geared primarily toward 2-4th graders, this jazz technique class will continue to work on strength, flexibility, and acquiring lots of new skills! Battements, pirouette turns, pas de bouree, tuck jumps, and X-jumps are just some of the skills that will be worked on. This class is required for competitive teams.
beginning student as well as those desiring a more serious
JAZZ TECHNIQUE II
focus. The technique classes will have the opportunity to
This is a continuation of Jazz 1, with more advanced expectations.
perform in our spring Showcase. There is a $30 program fee added to cover the costume, with the exception of the Acro classes which do not perform in the Showcase.
BALLET/JAZZ TECHNIQUE (K-1ST GRADE COMBO CLASS) This is the beginning combination class for the young dancer. During this stage of dance development, introductory technique is the primary focus in ballet, which is learned through a series of repetitive movements which build upon each other. Students will learn the 5 positions of feet and arms, and participate in basic barre exercises such as plies, tendus, and rond de jambe. They will also be introduced to basic jazz steps, which lays the groundwork for technique in up-beat dancing. They will learn short combinations and begin leaps and turns.
Skill requirements for Jazz 2 are: double pirouette, 3 turns in 2nd, grande Jetes (at least one in a 180 full split), and 2 flat splits, strong chaine turns with proper alignment. Also, must have the basic footwork for: attitude leaps/calypsos, tilt jumps, ring leaps, coupe or pencil turns, side leaps, and leg hold turns. This class is for the dance student who has had consistent dance training and wants to continue to be challenged. This is a required class for the competitive Lyrical team and Jazz ensembles.
TAP I (CO-ED) Knowing how to tap is a fun and valuable skill when it comes to performance! Beginning tap will teach the basic shuffle and flap. As the students progress through a series of leveled steps, they will continue to learn steps like the buffalo, back essence,
maxiford and turning maxiford, and much, much more.
CLASS CATEGORIES
CONTINUED
TAP II (CO-ED) This class builds on Tap I or is a good starting spot for students with some tap background. Drawbacks, pirouettes, wings, toe stands, and single-triple timestep will some of the skills learned, and class will progress as students are ready.
ACRO I Our AcrobticArts-certified classes teach dancers basic to intermediate tumbling skills to incorporate into their dance routines. Acro improves flexibility, balance and strength. Students will be expected to demonstrate proficiency for each acrobatic exercise before attempting one of a higher level. AcrobaticArts is a professional curriculum which teaches safety and correct execution of acro dance.
ACRO II This class is for students with some gymnastics or acro dance background. Prerequisites for this class are: handstand with proper alignment, back walkover, right and left side cartwheels, and chin stands.
COMPETITION TEAMS Lots of team camaraderie and fun is had on our competitive teams! Requirements for competitive team participation are: one ballet class, one jazz technique class, and the competition team rehearsal. Teams are offered in the genres of lyrical and jazz, depending on the age group. Teams compete in 1-3 competitions per year, perform at 2-3 CHCA basketball games, ArtBeat, and the spring Showcase. Extra “outreach� performances will also be offered!
PRIVATE LESSONS Private lessons are offered to students interested in receiving more focused and individualized training. They are very useful for improving technique or specific dance skills, or for working on a choreographed number for competition or the end of the year Showcase. Solo, duet and trio prices are consistent for all private lessons.
Students enrolled in competitive teams will receive priority registration in technique classes. Because we have scheduled the technique classes immediately before or after a performance or competitive rehearsal for each group, these students will be enrolled first. If a technique class fills, a second class will be opened and you will be notified of the change.
TIMING All classes run late August through May and coordinate with the CHCA calendar, which means classes will not be held on school holidays. Competitive team dancers will have one to two additional choreography classes for each routine in August before the dance classes begin in order to learn their routine for the year. Competition dates, basketball games and other performances will be announced in early fall.
FINANCIAL INFORMATION A non-refundable $25 per student enrollment fee (and $75 jacket if selected) will be collected upon registration in UltraCamp. On August 18, 20% of program and instructional fees will be automatically withdrawn from the student’s UltraCamp account and the balance of the fees will be deducted on the first of each month for seven months (September 1 through March 1). **Since class size is limited, the CHCA Dance Academy program will be a year-long enrollment and financial commitment. The annual registration closes on August 11 for competitive teams. Open enrollment for all other classes
continues. If your student withdraws from the competition program during the year, you are still responsible
for the full amount of your financial commitment. For
students enrolled in technique classes ONLY, you will enroll for the year and the fee will be based on the full year. However, withdrawals effective for the second semester will be accepted if submitted to the Program Director AND Fine Arts Director using the Dance Academy withdrawal form by
IMPORTANT SCHEDU LING NOTES MAY 2O1 7
Online registration opens
AUGUST 11, 2O1 7
Online registration closes for competitive teams
AUGUST 14 -18, 2O1 7
Choreography camps for competitive teams (days/times TBA)
AUGUST 27, 2O1 7
Online open registration closes for recreational and technique classes. After August 27, contact Judy McCreary to register.
AUGUST 28, 2O1 7 Classes begin
APRIL 14, 2O18 - ARTBEAT MAY 19, 2O18 DANCE ACADEMY SHOWCASE 7:00 p.m. Lindner Theater
Note: competition dates, basketball games and other performances will be announced in early fall. Solos, duets and ensembles are based on ability level and dancer readiness.
October 1. In this case, instruction fees will be deducted through November 1, which effectively means the cost for the first semester will be greater than half of the annual fee. Program and registration fees are non-refundable.
DRESS CODE FOR ALL CLASSES ■
BALLET: Pink leather or canvas ballet slippers
For ballet, only a black leotard/pink tights may be worn.
JAZZ: Tan Block Neo Flex 50495G on Discount Dance
Skirt and legwarmers are at the discretion of the instructor. ■
REQUIRED SHOES
Black fitted dance shorts or ballet skirt and black leotard.
Hair pulled back in ponytail or bun.
LYRICAL: Nude Bloch Eclipse, leather S0609 on Discount Dance TAP I: T9400C in Tan
TAP II: T9500 in Black
Both can be found at Discount dance
EAGLETS
PRESCHOOL AGES 3- 4
Wednesday 3:3O – 4:15 ** (.75 hour)
TINY GRADES K-1 MONday 4– 5 TINY BALLET/JAZZ TECH COMBO * * (1 hr) MONday 5 – 5:3O TINY COMPETITIVE JAZZ * (.5 hr) Tiny Competitive Team will compete in one competition. No audition or dance experience required at this level, although the Tiny Ballet/ Jazz Tech Combo class is required for team participation.
MINI GRADES 2-4, WITH EXCEPTION OF BALLET I MONday 5:3O – 6:3O BALLET I (grades 2-3) * * (1 hr) MONday 6:3O – 7:1 5 MINI COMPETITIVE JAZZ TEAM * (.75 hr) Requires Ballet I and Jazz I. Mini Competitive Team will compete in 3 competitions. No audition required, although if your daughter is just beginning dance, private technique lessons are highly recommended during the first semester. WEDNESday 4:15 – 5 JAZZ I * * (.75 hr) WEDNESday 5 – 5:3O TAP I * * (.5 hr) Co-ed beginning tap technique WEDNESday 5:3O – 6 ACRO I (.5 hr)
Technique only, no performance opportunities
YOUTH GRADES 5-6, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF BALLET II TUESday 4:45 – 5:3O LYRICAL COMPETITIVE TEAM * (.75 hr) Requires Ballet II and Jazz II, by audition or teacher approval only. Lyrical Competition team will compete in 3 competitions. TUESday 5:3O – 6:3O BALLET II (grades 4-6) * * (1 hr) WEDNESday 5 – 5:3O TAP I * * (.5 hr) Co-ed beginning tap technique WEDNESday 5:3O – 6 ACRO I (.5 hr) Technique only, no performance opportunities WEDNESday 6 – 6:45 TAP II * * (.75 hr) Co-ed tap technique with past tap experience only THURSday 4:3O – 5:3O JAZZ II * * (1 hr) See skill requirements or teacher approval THURSday 5:3O – 6 ACRO II (.5 hr) See skill requirements or teacher approval. Technique only, no performance opportunities.
UPPER SCHOOL GRADES 7-12 TUESday 3:3O – 4:45 BALLET III (grades 7-12) * * (1.25 hr) TUESday 4:45 – 5:3O LYRICAL COMPETITIVE TEAM * (.75 hour) Requires Ballet III and Jazz II, by audition or teacher approval only. Lyrical Competition team will compete in 3 competitions. WEDNESday 6 – 6:45 TAP II * * (.75 hr) Co-ed tap technique with past tap experience only
* Competitive teams. In addition to competitions, the Competitive Jazz teams will perform at 2-3 basketball games, and both Competitive Jazz and Lyrical teams will perform at ArtBeat, Showcase, and 1-2 outreach performances. ** Technique class which will perform in the spring Showcase. There is a program fee of $30 to cover the costume. All classes will take place in the dance room near the Lindner Theater on the Upper School MSL Campus.
THURSday 4:3O – 5:3O JAZZ II * * (1 hr) See skill requirements or teacher approval THURSday 5:3O – 6 ACRO II (.5 hr) See skill requirements or teacher approval. Technique only, no performance opportunities.
T U I T I O N I S BA S E D O N N U M B E R O F I N ST R U C T I O N A L HOURS ENROLLED PLUS PROGRAM
INSTRUCTIONAL & PROGRAM FEES WORKSHEET To use this worksheet, please follow these steps: 1. Select the class(es) or program(s) in which you would like to register your student. Please see the class and program descriptions on the Class Category page, and the schedule on the Schedule page. (Each student in a family must be registered separately.) 2. Go to Chart A and choose the number of hours listed for the class or program type(s) selected. 3. Go to Chart B and choose your program type(s). 4. Use the form below to add up your fees. This will give you the total annual program cost. 5. Register online through CHCA’s UltraCamp.
CHART A: INSTRUCTION FEES
FEE WORKSHEET Hours of Instruction
(Instruction Fees from CHART A)
$
Fees from CHART B
$
(per student)
$
CHCA Dance Academy Jacket (optional) (Jackets will be sized at a scheduled fitting)
$
TOTAL
$
Program
25.oO
Registration Fee
75.oO
HOURS
COST
HOURS
COST
.5O .75 1.OO 1.25 1.5O 1.75 2.OO 2.25 2.5O 2.75
$ 23O.oO
3.OO 3.25 3.5O 3.75 4.oO 4.25 4.5O 4.75 5.oO
$ 1,O2O.oO
HOW TO REGISTER 1. Register and schedule fee payment with our online registration system (UltraCamp). The $25 registration fee (and $75 jacket if selected ) will be collected upon registration. After you complete step 2 below, we will import your chosen session options to reflect your specific program and instructional fees and add a payment plan for UltraCamp to deduct for fees. On August 18, 20% of program and instructional fees will be
$ 345.oO $ 46O.oO $ 535.oO $ 61O.oO $ 685.oO $ 76O.oO $ 825.oO $ 89o.oO
$ 1,O75.oO $ 1,13O.oO $ 1,185.OO $ 1,24O.oO $ 1,295.oO $ 1,35O.oO $ 1,4O5.oO $ 1,46O.oO
$ 955.oO
CHART B: program fees (PROGRAM FEES ARE IN ADDITION TO INSTRUCTIONAL FEES)
Acro I, II Eaglets; Tiny Ballet/Jazz Tech Combo; Ballet I, II, III; Jazz I, II; Tap I, II
$O $ 3O
(costume only)
Tiny Competitive Jazz Team
$ 15O
and the balance of the fees will be deducted on the first of each
Mini Competitive Jazz Team*
$ 275
month for seven months (September 1 through March 1).
Youth Competitive Lyrical Team*
$ 275
automatically withdrawn from the student’s UltraCamp account
2. Select specific classes for your student on the CHCA Dance Academy Studio Director website. (Link also available from UltraCamp confirmation screen or email.)
Competition program fees include: Costumes, Accessories, Specialty Make-Up, Props and 1-3 Competition Fees.