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Dance
ADULT CLASSES No Recital
• Programs run Year-Round • Dress Code Encouraged
■ ADULT BALLET Ages 16+ This class focuses on learning the foundations of ballet technique, building strength, flexibility and stamina, and developing artistry and grace in movement. Dancers will begin with a ballet barre, and finish with combinations in the center and across the floor. Perfect for beginners or former adult ballet dancers! Eligible for Adult Dance Punch Pass. No class Nov 23.
Sep 7-Oct 19 / 7:15p-8:30p W $85 304003 DA Oct 26-Dec 14 / 7:15p-8:30p W $85 304003 DB INTRODUCTORY No Recital
• Programs run September - June • Dress Code Encouraged ■ ADAPTED DANCE Ages 7-15 Dance is for everyone! Our adapted dance class will help develop communication skills through movement. This class will encourage self-expression, creativity, and physical fitness. Class will start with easy dance moves that condition, and progress to fun steps in the center that will improve gross motor skills and coordination. Class finishes with a dance routine all can enjoy. No class Nov 24.
Sep 15-Oct 13 / 5:30p-6:15p Th $50 340001 DC Oct 27-Dec 1 / 5:30p-6:15p Th $50 340001 DD
■ ADULT BEGINNER TAP Ages 16+ This fun class will get you moving with beginner/intermediate tap movements and exercises. With a focus on rhythm and musicality, dancers will enjoy developing precision of movement during warm-up, and dancing short combinations in the center and across the floor. Eligible for Adult Dance Punch Pass.
Sep 12-Oct 24 / 7:15p-8:15p M $85 304003 DC Oct 31-Dec 12 / 7:15p-8:15p M $85 304003 DD
■ ADULT INTERMEDIATE TAP Ages 16+ This more advanced tap class is perfect for former adult tappers, or adults confident in the skills learned in our Adult Beginner Tap class. Dancers will enjoy more complex combinations and the addition of intermediate/advanced steps. The class will explore syncopated rhythms with greater emphasis on precision of movement and tap sounds. Eligible for Adult Dance Punch Pass. No class Nov 24.
Sep 8-Oct 20 / 7:30p-8:30p Th $85 304003 DE Oct 27-Dec 15 / 7:30p-8:30p Th $85 304003 DF
■ ADULT DANCE PUNCH PASS Ages 16+ Can’t make it every week? Want to be able to take any adult dance class that fits into your schedule? This pass can be used for any offered adult dance class and is good for 60 days. 5 classes for $60 or 10 classes for $115. *Space in class is not guaranteed and is dependent upon weekly class attendance.
Sep 6-Dec 17 / 7p-9p M,W,Th $60 / 5 classes Sep 6-Dec 17 / 7p-9p M,W,Th $115 / 10 classes ■ PRIMA PRESCHOOL DANCE Ages 4-5 This class is for the preschool age student to explore dance, creativity, and socialization. Dancers will learn how to use movement to tell a story, develop fine and gross motor skills, and be introduced to multiple styles of movement including ballet and jazz. This class is perfect for the young student who likes to move to music and has fun interacting with friends. No classes Nov 22 - 26. Sep 14-Oct 12 / 11:30a-12:15p W $56 304407 DC Sep 17-Oct 15 / 10:15a-11a Sat $56 304407 DA Oct 26-Nov 30 / 11:30a-12:15p W $56 304407 DD Oct 29-Dec 3 / 10:15a-11a Sat $56 304407 DB
■ TUTU TODDLER DANCE Ages 2-3 Through creative movement, little dancers will develop motor skills, focus, and the ability to follow verbal and visual cues. This class uses props and story dances, while also introducing our youngest students to introductory dance terminology. Class movement and activities will foster coordination, flexibility, balance and confidence. No classes Nov 22 - 26.
Sep 13-Oct 11 / 10:30a-11:15a T $56 304403 DA Sep 14-Oct 12 / 10:30a-11:15a W $56 304403 DB Sep 17-Oct 15 / 9:15a-10a Sat $56 304403 DC Oct 25-Nov 29 / 10:30a-11:15a T $56 304403 DD Oct 26-Nov 30 / 10:30a-11:15a W $56 304403 DE Oct 29-Dec 3 / 9:15a-10a Sat $56 304403 DF
Dance
INTRODUCTORY Recital
• Programs run September - June. • Each level should be taken for a minimum of one full year. • Dress Code required • To be eligible for December Recital, child must be
enrolled by October 1 $45 December Recital Fee (if eligible)
■ RECITAL PARTICIPATION FEE Ages 4-18 Only for students registered by October 1 in a Recital Eligible class. This fee is required for students participating in the December recital and covers the cost of additional preparatory rehearsals and some production expenses. A minimum of two complimentary tickets per family are included. Sep 6-Dec 17 / 2p-5p Sat $45 304006 DA
■ BALLET BEGINNINGS Ages 4-5 In our first level of introductory ballet, dancers will learn developmentally appropriate ballet technique and terminology. Students will learn classical ballet stories, follow an age appropriate ballet class structure, and end with using props and imagination to dance part of the ballet story learned. This beginning ballet class helps develop critical thinking, creative expression, musicality, flexibility, strength, and refine coordination. No classes Nov 22 - 26.
Sep 6-Oct 18 / 11:30a-12:15p T $80 304404 DC Sep 7-Oct 19 / 5p-5:45p W $80 304404 DG Sep 8-Oct 20 / 4:30p-5:15p Th $80 304404 DE Sep 10-Oct 22 / 10:30a-11:15a Sat $80 304404 DA Oct 25-Dec 13 / 11:30a-12:15p T $80 304404 DD Oct 26-Dec 14 / 5p-5:45p W $80 304404 DH Oct 27-Dec 15 / 4:30p-5:15p Th $80 304404 DF Oct 29-Dec 17 / 10:30a-11:15a Sat $80 304404 DB
■ BUDDING BALLET Ages 5-6 In our second level of introductory ballet, dancers will expand on their knowledge of ballet technique and terminology. Students will begin to become familiar with a more formal ballet class structure, including movements at the barre and in the center. This level continues to introduce students to classical ballet stories, allowing for creative movement using props at the end of each class to dance parts from the ballet story learned. Students will further develop critical thinking, musicality, coordination, strength, and flexibility. No classes Nov 22 - 26.
Sep 10-Oct 22 / 11:20a-12:20p Sat $98 304408 DA Sep 12-Oct 24 / 5p-6p M $98 304408 DB Oct 29-Dec 17 / 11:20a-12:20p Sat $98 304408 DC Oct 31-Dec 12 / 5p-6p M $98 304408 DD
SBDCRC Dance Academy
Serious training for advanced students
Required ballet class twice per week. Students will learn from the Cecchetti syllabus along with a variety of other methods, including Progressing Ballet Technique, to create a well-rounded dancer. In addition to ballet, students may register for optional elective classes. Dance Academy classes run September–June and provide students with two seasonal performance opportunities. Students must be available for additional Saturday afternoon rehearsals. Tuition is monthly with payments due the 1st of each month. Automatic payment option available. Approval required by Dance Coordinator to register. Contact Michelle Geoghegan at mgeoghegan@pwcgov.org for more information. Students are placed by technical level, not age.
Ballet Levels
Academy Ballet 2 Tues. 5:35–6:50pm/ Fri. 6:20–7:35pm Academy Ballet 3 Tues. 7:00–8:30pm/ Sat. 9:15–10:45am Academy Junior Advanced Ballet Must be approved for pointework Thurs. 5:30–7:00pm/Sat. 10:50am–12:20pm Academy Senior Advanced Ballet Must be approved for advanced pointework Thurs. 7:05–8:35pm/Sat. 12:25–1:55pm Academy Beginner Pointe Requires additional approval Fri. 7:45–8:15pm
Elective Classes
(See schedule in Dance Programming) Tap 2 · Tap 3 · Jazz 2 · Jazz 3· Lyrical 2 · Lyrical 3 · Advanced Contemporary
Additional Information
TUITION TIERS
BRONZE–Ballet only $95.00/month SILVER–Ballet and 1 Elective $122/month GOLD–Ballet and 2 Electives $135/month PLATINUM–Ballet and 3 Electives $144/month
Dance
■ PRE-BALLET Ages 6-7 In our third level of introductory ballet, dancers will follow a full formal ballet class structure in preparation for Ballet 1. Students will be given more complex combinations at the barre and in the center, and will begin to follow increasing verbal directions. This level continues to introduce students to classical ballet stories, and incorporates adapted movements from these ballets during end of class activities to help develop emotional expression and artistry. No class Nov 22 - 26. Sep 6-Oct 18 / 4:30p-5:30p T $98 304400 DA Sep 10-Oct 22 / 1:30p-2:30p Sat $98 304400 DB Oct 25-Dec 13 / 4:30p-5:30p T $98 304400 DC Oct 29-Dec 17 / 1:30p-2:30p Sat $98 304400 DD
■ RECREATIONAL BALLET 1 Ages 8-12 This is the first level of our recreational ballet program. Students will take a full ballet technique class, focusing on alignment, strength, and flexibility. This class uses a variety of ballet teaching methods, and lays the foundation for more advanced training. From this level, students may either continue in the recreational ballet track, or may move to the Academy ballet track with approval from the Dance Coordinator.
Sep 12-Oct 24 / 5p-6:15p M $110 304521 DA Oct 31-Dec 12 / 5p-6:15p M $110 304521 DB
■ PRE-ACADEMY BALLET 1 Ages 8-12 Requires approval of Dance Coordinator and a pre-requisite of Recreational Ballet 1, or 1 full year of ballet training. Please contact Michelle Geoghegan at mgeoghegan@pwcgov. org with any questions. This class is the first ballet level of our Academy track for students. Dancers will learn beginning level ballet exercises and theory of the Cecchetti syllabus and will be preparing for more serious ballet training within the Dance Academy. No classes Nov 25.
Sep 9-Oct 21 / 5p-6:15p F $110 304524 DA Oct 28-Dec 16 / 5p-6:15p F $110 304524 DB
Year-Round Intermediate Dance
Intermediate classes run September–June and provide students with two seasonal performance opportunities. Tuition is monthly with payments due the 1st of each month. Automatic payment option available. Classes have pre-requisites. Levels are based on mastery of technical skills, not age. Contact Dance Coordinator, Michelle Geoghegan at mgeoghegan@pwcgov.org for more information.
Ballet Levels
Recreational Ballet 2 (Pre-Requisite: Recreational Ballet 1 or equivalent) Mon. 7:25–8:40pm
Jazz Levels
Jazz 2
(Pre-Requisite: Jazz 1 or equivalent) Fri. 5:00–6:00pm Jazz 3
(Pre-Requisite: Jazz 2 or equivalent) Fri. 6:05–7:05pm
Tap Levels
Tap 2
(Pre-Requisite: Tap 1 or equivalent) Wed. 7:15–8:15pm Tap 3
(Pre-Requisite: Tap 2 or equivalent) Mon. 6:05–7:05pm
Lyrical/Contemporary Levels
Lyrical 2 (Pre-Requisite: Lyrical 1 or equivalent) Wed. 5:00–6:00pm
Lyrical 3 (Pre-Requisite: Lyrical 2 or equivalent) Wed. 6:05–7:05pm Advanced Contemporary (Pre-Requisite: Lyrical 3) Fri. 7:15–8:15pm
TUITION AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
BALLET–$58/month JAZZ/TAP/LYRICAL–$52/month $45 Registration Fee (covers Dec. recital fee) $45 June Recital Fee Dress Code Required
■ TAP BEGINNINGS Ages 5-7 This introductory tap class will teach your child musicality and rhythm, and begin to develop fine motor skills necessary to perform precise tap movements. Your child will learn beginner tap steps and vocabulary, and enjoy making tap sounds while dancing to fun, family friendly music!
Sep 10-Oct 22 / 12:25p-1:25p Sat $98 304409 DA Oct 29-Dec 17 / 12:25p-1:25p Sat $98 304409 DB
■ TAP 1 Ages 6-10 Dancers will learn a range of beginner to beginner/ intermediate tap movements and exercises in this class. Movements will be studied in isolation and in short combinations. The class will have a heavy rhythm and musicality focus, and students will begin to develop precision of movement while having fun dancing to upbeat music. This class is foundational for continued study in the tap program. No class Nov 23.
Sep 7-Oct 19 / 6:05p-7:05p W $98 304045 DA Oct 26-Dec 14 / 6:05p-7:05p W $98 304045 DB
■ JAZZ 1 Ages 7-10 In this class, students will be introduced to an Americanmade style of dance. Jazz combines classical ballet moves with influences from American pop culture. Students will develop strength and flexibility, learn to move in sharp, fluid and animated motions, and learn the jazz technique of isolations while working towards leaps, kicks and turns. Dancers will enjoy the use of current, family friendly music while developing the jazz dance style. This class is foundational for continued study in the jazz program. Sep 12-Oct 24 / 6:20p-7:20p M $98 304405 DA Oct 31-Dec 12 / 6:20p-7:20p M $98 304405 DB
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■ LYRICAL 1 Ages 7-10 Lyrical combines ballet and jazz to form a fluid and expressive style of dance. Movement phrases in this class are inspired by music and emotions. Dancers will learn foundational technique from both ballet and jazz and practice movements in isolation and short combinations. This beginner Lyrical class is the first level of our lyrical/ contemporary program. No class Nov 24.
Sep 8-Oct 20 / 6:20p-7:20p Th $98 304568 DA Oct 27-Dec 15 / 6:20p-7:20p Th $98 304568 DB
Location Key
■ Sharron Baucom Dale City Recreation Center
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