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FALL | 2017
CLASSES & WORKSHOPS for Children + Adults
CONTINUING ACRYLIC PAINTING
VISUAL ARTS BASIC DRAWING Randy Ford Saturdays, 9:30-11:30 am Sept. 16, 23, 30, Oct. 7 Adult (HS+) | 2nd Floor Art Studio $80 | $72 (Members) | + Supply Fee $15 Drawing with graphite and other materials. Learn how to better “see” and transfer your vision.
INTERMEDIATE DRAWING Randy Ford Saturdays, 9:30-11:30 am Oct. 21, 28, Nov. 4, 11 Adult (HS+) | 2nd Floor Art Studio $80 | $72 (Members) | + Supply Fee $15 Intermediate level drawing will include drawing the human face and form.
INTRO TO ACRYLIC PAINTING Randy Ford Saturdays, 12:00-2:00 pm Sept. 16, 23, 30, Oct. 7 Adult (HS+) | 2nd Floor Art Studio $80 | $72 (Members) | + Supply Fee $20 Learn the basic skills and techniques of acrylic painting. From the color wheel and color theory, to understanding the paints and their personality.
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STAINED GLASS
A STUDY OF PINOT NOIR & JUDY LEE'S F2684 GOURMET BREADS!
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Bob Lane F1362 Tuesdays, 9:00-11:00 am Sept. 12, 19, 26, Oct. 3, 10, 17 Adult (HS+) | Lane’s House of Glass 111 Colorado Ave, Pueblo, CO (719) 542-2210 $70 | $63 (Members) | + Supply Fee $30 Design, cut, solder and create beautiful stained glass pieces.
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WINE APPRECIATION
Randy Ford Saturdays, 12:00-2:00 pm Oct. 21, 28, Nov. 4, 11 Adult (HS+) | 2nd Floor Art Studio $80 | $72 (Members) | + Supply Fee $20 Continue to build on skills that you have learned in Intro to Acrylic Painting.
FUSED GLASS Bob Lane Fridays, 9:00-11:00 am Sept. 15, 22, 29, Oct. 6, 13, 20 Adult (HS+) | Lane’s House of Glass 111 Colorado Ave, Pueblo, CO (719) 542-2210 $70 | $63 (Members) | + Supply Fee $30 Learn the popular technique of fusing glass in a kiln for beautiful pieces of art.
WORLD LANGUAGES & CULTURE ITALY & THE GRAND TOUR
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Dr. Chris Picicci Thursdays, 5:30-7:00 pm Sept. 21, 28, Oct. 5, 12 Adult (HS+) | Volunteer Room $70 | $63 (Members) Join Dr. Picicci for a time of discovery as you learn about the 18th century "Grand Tour". Students will learn basic Italian language, culture and why this journey became a rite of passage for young people as part of their formal education.
ITALIAN FOR TRAVELERS
WINES OF ITALY
Donna Stutzman Tuesdays, 5:00-6:30 pm Sept. 19, 26, Oct. 3, 10 Adult (HS+) | Volunteer Room $63 l $70 Join us for beginning French. Students will learn basic conversational French, discusss French culture and how to communicate with native speakers while traveling abroad.
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John Myers of 80/Twenty Wines Thursday, Oct. 5, 6:00-8:00 pm Adult | Various Galleries
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Dr. Chris Picicci Thursdays, 5:30-7:00 pm Nov. 9, 16, 30, Dec. 7 Adult (HS+) | Volunteer Room $70 | $63 (Members) Join us for beginning Italian. Students will learn basic Italian language, culture and how to communicate with native speakers while traveling abroad.
BEGINNING FRENCH
John Myers of 80/Twenty Wines Thursday, Sept. 7, 6:00-8:00 pm Adult | Various Galleries $40 | $36 (Members) Pinot Noir is a grape/wine with many faces. It can be light & fruity, or medium-bodied and full flavored. Pinot Noir is difficult to grow and harder still to make good wine. Come explore the differences as we sample 5 different Pinot Noirs and enjoy the artisan breads from Judy Lee.
$40 | $36 (Members) Italy is a country rich in wine culture & lays claim to having a mind-boggling amount of grapes growing in its borders. We’ll pick 5 grapes to showcase the great diversity of Italian wines. Always a popular class!
BIG RED WINES
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John Myers of 80/Twenty Wines Thursday, Nov. 2, 6:00-8:00 pm Adult | Various Galleries $40 | $36 (Members) It’s cooler out there & the holidays are fast approaching, so we are bringing out the robust, full-bodied, & bold flavored wines to take your senses to another level. No white wine in this class, just BIG reds! F2053
HOLIDAY WINE SUGGESTIONS John Myers of 80/Twenty Wines Thursday, Dec. 7, 6:00-8:00 pm Adult | Various Galleries $50 for all participants Five wines picked for their affinity for being versatile food wines. Expect one port in the tasting. Great suggestions for those tricky holiday meals.
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HOLIDAY COOKING
GUITAR Edward Hill Nov. 9, 16, 30, Dec. 7, 14, 21 Thursdays, 5-6 pm (Beginner age 6-14) Thursdays, 6-7 pm (Ongoing-Intermediate) Thursdays, 7-8 pm (Adult Beginner 15+) Ages 6 to Adult | Magic Carpet Theater $70 | $63 (Members) | + $25 guitar book CD
NUT-FILLED POTICA F1721 F1731 F1741
Learn to play the guitar in small groups.
TEA & TOURS
PERCUSSION INDIVIDUAL LESSONS
THE LUCILLE CHRISTMAS FALL TEA & TOUR
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Aavalajn Wiggins Tuesday – Friday Beginning week of Sept. 11 Ages 8 to Adult | 2nd Floor Art Studio $120 | $112 (Members) Learn a variety of percussion instruments or expand your skills. Includes six hourlong individual lessons. To arrange time and day, please call Aavalajn Wiggins at (719) 406- 4477.
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR Musician in residence, Aavalajn Wiggins, is a Colorado native who started playing percussion at the age of nine. His background includes touring and performance with various national acts in big-band jazz, pop, rock, classical music, and marching percussion.
BECOME A MEMBER AND SAVE! Members receive 10% off all classes, plus savings on performance tickets, and gift shop purchases.
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Joe Kronwitter Tuesday, Nov. 21, 6:00–8:00 pm Adult (HS+) | Arts Center Kitchen $35.00 | $31.50 (Members) + Ingredient fee $18 You will learn all the techniques and secrets from the dough recipe to the rolling and nut filling of rolled bread walnut potica. Limit 15 chefs.
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Monday, Oct. 16, 2:00-4:00 pm Seniors | Kid Rock Cafe $8 Tour the galleries and enjoy a charming Fall Tea. Tour to include artwork by Fran Dodd and Billy Schenck. Reservation required by Wednesday, October 11.
THE LUCILLE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY TEA & TOUR
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Cindy Reyes of Cinfully Delicious Sunday, Nov. 19, 10:00 am-4:00 pm Adult (HS+) | Arts Center Kitchen $40 | $36 (Members) + Ingredient fee $18 Cindy will take you through the entire process so that you can take home at least a dozen tamales that evening! Limit 10 chefs.
Monday, Dec. 4, 2:00-4:00 pm Seniors | Kid Rock Cafe $8 Explore the "Own Your Own" exhibition in the galleries and visit the Buell Children’s Museum’s Holiday exhibit while you enjoy a festive holiday tea! Reservation required by Wednesday, November 29.
A NUTCRACKER TEA Monday, Dec. 18, 3:00-4:30 pm All Ages | Kid Rock Cafe $20 | $18 (Members) Enjoy a formal tea, Christmas goodies, and a visit from the Sugar Plum Fairy. A great holiday outing for families. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Reservation required by Wednesday, December 13.
SOCIAL DANCE WEST COAST SWING 1 Richard Martinez Tuesdays, 6:00-6:50 pm Sept. 12, 19, 26, Oct 3, 10, 17 Adult (18+) | Jackson Conference Center Couples $80 | $72 (Members) F1771A Singles $45 | $40.50 (Members) F1771B West Coast Swing is a great swing dance that can be done to a variety of music genres. This session will teach you the basic six count patterns. No partner required.
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Richard Martinez Tuesdays, 7:00-7:50 pm Sept. 12, 19, 26, Oct 3, 10, 17 Adult (18+) | Jackson Conference Center Couples $80 | $72 (Members) F1772A Singles $45 | $40.50 (Members) F1772B Now is your chance to learn how to foxtrot, a beautiful ballroom dance. No partner required.
SALSA Richard Martinez Tuesdays, 8:00-8:50 pm Sept. 12, 19, 26, Oct 3, 10, 17 Adult (18+) | Jackson Conference Center Couples $80 | $72 (Members) F1773A Singles $45 | $40.50 (Members) F1773B A hot Latin dance that is danced around the world and is easy to learn. No partner required.
WEST COAST SWING 2 Richard Martinez Tuesdays, 6:00-6:50 pm Nov. 7, 14, 21, 28, Dec 5, 12 Adult (18+) | Jackson Conference Center Couples $80 | $72 (Members) F1781A Singles $45 | $40.50 (Members) F1781B A continuation of West Coast Swing 1 which will introduce you to eight count patterns and various combinations. No partner required.
COUNTRY 2-STEP 101 Richard Martinez Tuesdays, 7:00-7:50 pm Nov. 7, 14, 21, 28, Dec 5, 12 Adult (18+) | Jackson Conference Center Couples $80 | $72 (Members) F1782A Singles $45 | $40.50 (Members) F1782B Get your boots and have fun learning to Country 2-Step. No partner required.
AMERICAN STYLE TANGO 101 Richard Martinez Tuesdays, 8:00-8:50 pm Nov. 7, 14, 21, 28, Dec 5, 12 Adult (18+) | Jackson Conference Center Couples $80 | $72 (Members) F1783A Singles $45 | $40.50 (Members) F1783B Back by popular demand! Learn to Tango to that great Latin sound. A six week course with no partner required.
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR As a native of Colorado, Richard Martinez had the opportunity to dance on a team that performed as an opening act for Reba McEntire in Denver. Soon afterward, he relocated to California where he competed in Ballroom, Country, West Coast Swing, and Salsa, as well as performed with various formation dance groups and a line dance team. During this time, Martinez received several awards and accolades. Amongst them was “Overall Champion” for taking first place in all six dances required at a country competition held locally, a “Most Upcoming Dancer” recognition award in Lake Tahoe, and a 1st and 3rd place in the World Salsa and Hustle “Jack and Jill” competition held in Las Vegas, NV.
CALLIGRAPHY
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Judy Parry Mondays, 7:00-8:30 pm Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23 Adult (HS+) | 2nd Floor Art Studio $50 |$45 (Members) | Supply Fee $10 Learn the basics of decorative lettering for invitations, scrapbooks… the list is endless!
MASTERCLASS: POCKET SKETCHING
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Kath Macaulay 9:30 am-4:00 pm Saturday, Sunday, Monday Sept. 9, 10, 11 Adult (HS+) | 2nd Floor Art Studio $175 | $157.50 (Members) | + Supply Fee $42 This 3-day masterclass teaches the compact, easy-to-learn, no clean-up, fast technique for beginners and professionals to expand their art experience.
POTTERY
Potters-in-Residence / Guest Potters Now in his fifth year offering social dance classes at the Arts Center, Richard believes the classes have been successful due largely to the help of volunteers who assist with his classes. A special thanks goes out to Stephanie Miller, Vanessa Madrid, Ginny Waldron, Cassie Montoya, Esther Gonzales, and Judy Stefanich whom have volunteered throughout the years and shared their love of dance.
Sat 9 am-1 pm, Sun-Thurs 12-4 pm Sept. 12- Dec. 14 Adult (HS+) | 3rd Floor Pottery Studio $80 | $72 (Members) | + Supply Fee $20 Includes eight 2-hour sessions of independent study and special projects.
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Adrianne Picicci Saturdays, 10:00 am-12:00 pm Sept. 16, 23, 30, Oct. 7, 14 Adult (HS+) | Volunteer Room $80 | $72 (Members) | + $15 Workbook This class is designed to help new photographers learn to shoot in manual mode in order to create more interesting and memorable photographs.
VOICE/PIANO
Potters-in-Residence Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 pm SESSION 1: F1451 Sept. 12, 19, 26, Oct. 3, 10, 17 SESSION 2: F1452 Oct. 24, 31, Nov. 7, 14, 21, 28 Adult (HS+) | 3rd Floor Pottery Studio $80 | $72 (Members) | + Supply Fee $20 Learn and develop skills on the potter’s wheel in an enjoyable, supportive environment. Limited to 12 students.
OPEN POTTERY STUDIO
INTRO TO DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY
MUSIC
BEGINNERS POTTERY WHEEL He eventually moved back to Colorado with a desire to provide the community with an opportunity to have fun learning to dance and is now the owner of Pueblo Dance Company which provides social dance lessons locally. In 2011, Richard’s company began collaborating with the Sangre de Cristo Arts Center to work as an instructor for their social dance program. He has worked with students aged eight to eighty in the various programs offered by the Arts Center, and has volunteered as contributing choreographer for the play Guys and Dolls performed on the Arts Center stage.
PHOTOGRAPHY
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Judith DeRosa Thursdays, Sept. 14, 21, 28 Oct. 5, 12 Piano Age 7 to Adult | Voice Age 9 to Adult 2nd Floor Classroom $110 | $99 (Members) Learn to sing or play the piano. Includes five half-hour individual sessions. To arrange times please call Judith DeRosa (303) 883-5621.
VIOLIN Michael Pacheco Wednesdays after 4:30 pm SESSION 1: Sept. 13, 20, 27, Oct. 4, 11, 18 SESSION 2: Oct. 25, Nov. 1, 8, 15, 29, Dec. 6 Ages 6-14 | 2nd Floor Classroom $110 | $99 (Members) Each session includes six half-hour individual lessons. Please call Michael Pacheco at (719) 989-7059 to arrange specific time or to arrange a different day if needed.
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REGISTRATION AND TUITION Please register directly with the Sangre de Cristo School of Dance at (719) 295-7221. Registration forms are available online at www.sdc-arts.org, at the dance office, or the Arts Center’s main desk. Tuition rates are hourly; discounted prices are applied to multiple hours. Tuition payment plan: Monthly payments which will result in tuition being paid in full by the end of the season or a semester. Discounts: Family: 10% off each additional family member’s tuition. Pay in full at time of registration and receive discount off total tuition: Year 10% | Semester 5% Drop-in rate: $12/Student | $10/Professional (working dancer)
SCHOOL OF DANCE RATES (MEMBERS SAVE AN EXTRA $1/HOUR) Hours/ Week
Monthly Fee Member/ Non-Member
Fall Fee - Member 16 weeks (with 5% off)
Fall Fee - Non-Member 16 weeks (with 5% off)
Spring Fee - Member 21 weeks (with 5% off)
Spring Fee - Non-Member 21 weeks (with 5% off)
1 hr
$34 / $38
$136 ($129.20)
$152 ($144.40)
$178.50 ($169.58)
$199.50 ($189.53)
2 hrs
$64 / $72
$256 ($243.20)
$288 ($273.60)
$336 ($319.20)
$378 ($359.10)
3 hrs
$90 / $102
$360 ($342)
$408 ($273.60)
$472.50 ($448.88)
$535.50 ($508.73)
4 hrs
$112 / $128
$448 ($425.60)
$512 ($486.40)
$588 ($558.60)
$672 ($638.40)
5 hrs
$130 / $150
$520 ($494)
$600 ($570)
$682.50 ($648.38)
$787.50 ($748.13)
6 hrs
$144 / $168
$576 ($552.20)
$672 ($638.40)
$756 ($718.20)
$882 ($887.90)
7 hrs
$154 / $182
$616 ($585.20)
$728 ($691.60)
$808.50 ($768.08)
$955.50 ($907.73)
8+ hrs
$160 / $192
$640 ($608)
$768 ($729.60)
$840 ($798)
$1,008 ($957.60)
2017-2018 ACADEMIC YEAR Fall Semester: August 21 - December 16, 2017 (16 weeks) Spring Semester: January 2 - June 2, 2018 (21 weeks)
TEACHING PHILOSOPHY We believe in providing a caring and stimulating atmosphere in which emotional, intellectual, social, and personal growth occurs. We desire to facilitate a student’s fullest potential by supporting a safe, yet risktaking environment. We are determined to maintain a positive and progressive learning environment while promoting mutual respect and personal greatness.
PROFESSIONAL INSTRUCTION
Sangre de Cristo School of Dance adheres to standards set by the National Association of School of Dance. SANGRE DE CRISTO BALLET is a community-based, pre-professional youth company consisting of students, community members, and guests. The company offers original performances in classical, contemporary, and modern dance. The student criteria for becoming a Sangre de Cristo Ballet member are:
1. Achieve ballet level four or higher 2. Enroll in and actively attend all classes offered at that particular level 3. Be willing to attend all scheduled rehearsals 4. Prioritize Sangre de Cristo Ballet’s activities over other extracurricular engagements Once a student agrees to and fulfills all of the above criteria, the opportunity is given to join the ranks of Sangre de Cristo Ballet based on the student’s commitment and work ethic. The Sangre de Cristo Ballet guest and community member criteria are based on production needs.
FALL | 2017
COURSE OFFERINGS for Children + Adults
EARLY EDUCATION
COMBINED EARLY EDUCATION
Early Education classes at the Sangre de Cristo School of Dance use a syllabus based on the basic elements of dance and the National Core Standards for dance education. Students learn different kinds of coordination and begin to understand use of space, timing, and energy with ageappropriate instruction for each class level.
CREATIVE MOVEMENT
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Ages 3 - 7 Mondays, Wednesday, Fridays | 9 - 10 am For the convenience of our parents/ students, we offer combined early education classes throughout the week. These classes emphasize a combination of concepts explored in the Early Education classes listed above based on the ages of enrolled students.
Ages 3 & 4 Saturdays | 9 -10 am Our youngest class level, Creative Movement places emphasis on connecting ideas with movement, creative expression, and musicality.
DANCE EXPLORATION
Ages 6 & 7 Saturdays | 11 am, - 12 pm Our Intro to Dance class is the most advanced Early Education class we offer for our younger students. It is designed to prepare students for entering the school division class of Pre-Ballet. This class focuses on body and rhythm awareness, pattern/ pathway reproduction, and classroom etiquette.
Wednesdays | 5:15-6:30 pm | SDDZ11 The Sangre de Cristo Dancerz is a resident company of the Sangre de Cristo Arts Center composed of differently-abled individuals. This program culminates in the traditional spring production of “Hot Fudge Sunday” which showcases the Dancerz’ own choreography to musical favorites. Open Enrollment, Fall classes start Aug 22 Dancerz Pricing: $152 | $140 (Members)
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Ages 4 & 5 Saturdays | 10 - 11 am After moving up from Creative Movement, young dancers will experience a class that builds on the ideas explored in the younger class and places new emphasis on social and spatial awareness and character development.
INTRO TO DANCE
SANGRE DE CRISTO DANCERZ
WEEKLY SCHOOL OF DANCE SCHEDULE TIME
SCHOOL DIVISION
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Ages 7 & 8 Tuesdays 5-6 pm Saturdays 12-1 pm Building on the skills learned in our Early Education program, Pre-Ballet formalizes classroom etiquette, builds attention span, and begins to develop muscular strength and neuromuscular awareness in preparation for Ballet 1.
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TUESDAY Studio 1
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Combined Early Ed 9 - 10 am Carlson
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School division classes within the Sangre de Cristo School of Dance range begin at age 7 with Pre-Ballet and extend through to level 3. Level 4 begins our pre-professional training. Students in Ballet 2 and above have the option to study several other styles of dance. Class types can include modern, jazz, character, and freestyle. Students in these classes will be evaluated twice in a year to determine progress and problem areas within each individual’s technique and practice.
PRE-BALLET
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WEDNESDAY Studio 1
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Adult Ballet 9-10 am Tracey
Combined Early Ed 9-10 am Carlson
THURSDAY Studio 1
Studio 2
FRIDAY Studio 1
Studio 2
SATURDAY Studio 1
Combined Early Ed 9-10 am Carlson
Creative Movement 9-10 am Farmer
10 am Ballet 4-7 10 am -12 pm Wainwright
11 am
Rehearsal 12-4 pm
1 pm 2 pm 3 pm 4 pm
Contemp 3 4 - 5 pm Nunes
5 pm
Jazz 3 5-6 pm Nunes
6 pm
7 pm
8 pm 9 pm
Dance Exploration 10-11 am Farmer Intro to Dance 11-12 pm Farmer Pre-Ballet 12-1 pm Farmer
12 pm
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Ballet 1 4 - 5 pm Wainwrigh
Ballet 3-4 Pointe/ Men’s 4-6 pm Tracey/ Wainwright
Ballet 2-3 Pre-Pointe/ Pointe
5-7 pm Wainwright Ballet 6-7 Pointe/ Men’s 6-8 pm Nunes/ Wainwright
Rehearsal 8-9 pm
Modern 2 7-8 pm Nunes Rehearsal 8-9 pm
Ballet 5-7 Pointe/ Men’s 6-8 pm Wainwright
Rehearsal 8-9 pm
Yoga 4-5 pm Foust
Pre-Ballet 5-6 pm Carlson
Ballet 5-7 Pas de Deux/ Partnering 4-6 pm Wainwright/ Nunes
Freestyle Movement 6-7 pm Fair
Character 2-3 6-7 pm Wainwright
Teen Ballet 7-8 pm Fair
Adult Ballet 7-8 pm Tracey
Rehearsal 8-9 pm
Rehearsal 8-9 pm
Ballet 2 Pre-pointe 4-5:15 pm Fair
Dancerz 5:15-6 pm Doyle/ Dilka Ballet 1 6:30-7:30 Carlson
Rehearsal 7:30-9 pm
Freestyle Movement 4-5 pm Fair
Modern 1 4-5 pm Nunes
Teen Jazz 5-6 pm Nunes
Modern 2 5-6 pm Nunes
Classical Variations 5-7 6-7 pm Wainwright
Jazz 1 6-7 pm Nunes
Contemp 3 6-7 pm Nunes
Jazz 2/3 7-8 pm Nunes
Character 1 7-8 pm Wainwright
Adult/ Teen Modern 7-8 pm Nunes
Rehearsal 8-9 pm
Rehearsal 8-9 pm
Rehearsal 8-9 pm
Ballet 4-7 Pointe/ Men’s 4-6 pm Wainwright
Pathways in the Arts 4-5 pm Wainwright
Ballet 2-3 PrePointe/ Pointe 5-7 pm Wainwright
Rehearsal 7-9 pm
Rehearsal 1-4 pm
ADULT/TEEN MODERN
RECREATION DIVISION
Ages 13 and Up Fridays | 7-8 pm This class is for adults and teens with little or no modern dance training. Graham, Limon, and Bartenieff Fundamentals are referenced as students learn floor work, weight shifting, and traveling, as well as practice dynamic, expressive interpretations of movement. Emphasis is placed on alignment, balance, strength, and flexibility to enhance proper dance technique.
Beginning in Fall 2017, we are happy to announce that we are offering recreational division classes. These classes are designed for children, teenagers, and adults that are trying dance for the first time or are seeking a dance experience without the time commitment of the formal training within our school division. These are generally considered beginner level classes where introductory concepts of dance will be explored while surrounded by peers of the same age and level of experience.
TEEN BALLET
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Ages 13-17 Tuesdays | 7-8 pm This class is specialized for teens who have wanted to try ballet or dance in general, but did not begin training at a young age. Curriculum will focus on the basic concepts of ballet at the barre, but will include more free movement and center work than Ballet 1.
ASK ABOUT YOUR FIRST CLASS FREE! Class pricing begins at $10/week (20 weeks minimum) and can only get lower!*
*Based on multiple classes, pre-payment, and family member discounts.
BALLET 1 Ages 8 and Up Mondays 4-5 pm Wednesdays 6:30-7:30 pm Emphasis on alignment, placement, selfcontrol, and positions. This level marks the beginning of the formal training in the art of ballet. Students begin practicing their turnout, begin formal barre work (plies, tendus, jetes, and ronde de jambe in their most basic forms), and begin to find stability and balance in the center of the room.
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TEEN JAZZ Ages 13-17 Thursdays | 5-6 pm Teens with no prior dance experience will be exposed to various styles of jazz with an emphasis on learning proper dance technique and terminology from a highly acclaimed and award-winning teacher. Class curriculum is based on introductory ballet techniques layered with basic jazz movement and includes a warm-up, stretches, isolations, across-thefloor progressions, and combinations.
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MODERN 1
Call the School of Dance office at (719) 295-7221 for your personal pricing information.
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Mondays, Fridays | 5-7 pm In this class, students are expected to maintain consistent alignment throughout given exercises and begin to improve strength in the lower body, feet, and back. Coordination between movements is introduced. The study of pirouettes and pointe begins (as permitted by instructor).
Fridays | 4-5 pm This class has a prerequisite. Students are expected to have reached at least Level 2 in ballet in order to take this class. Emphasis is placed on alignment, balance, strength, and flexibility to enhance proper dance technique. Graham, Limon, and Bartenieff Fundamentals are referenced as students learn floor work, weight shifting, and traveling, as well as practicing dynamic and expressive interpretations of movement.
JAZZ 1 BALLET 3-4 Ages 12 and Up Tuesdays | 4-6 pm The purpose of this class is to expand classical vocabulary for those moving into the higher combined ballet levels, as well as strengthen pointe work and technical skills.
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Ages 9 and Up
Ages 9 and Up
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Ages 18 and Up Wednesdays 9-10 am | 7-8 pm A welcoming and vibrant community environment for those who always wanted to try ballet or those who are returning to dance. Emphasis will be placed on development of muscular strength, flexibility, and motor control.
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Ages 9 and Up Wednesdays | 4-5:15 pm In this class, students are expected to maintain consistent alignment throughout given exercises and begin to improve strength in the lower body, feet, and back. Coordination between movements is introduced.
BALLET 2-3 ADULT BALLET
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Ages 9 and Up Thursdays | 6-7 pm This class has a prerequisite. Students are expected to have reached at least Level 2 in ballet in order to take this class. Emphasis is placed on learning proper dance technique and terminology. Students will be exposed to various styles of jazz to develop a wellrounded dancer. Class curriculum is based on ballet technique layered with traditional jazz movement and includes a proper warm-up, stretches, isolations, across-thefloor progressions, and combinations.
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PRE-PROFESSIONAL DIVISION
PAS DE DEUX/PARTNERING, LEVELS 5-7
Technical Excellence, Artistic Quality, Musicality, Immersion into the Art Form, Expression of Movement.
BALLET 4-7
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Ages 13 and Up Thursday | Saturday | 4-6 pm | 10 am-12 pm Emphasis on strengthening stability in various movements, delving into musicality and artistic expression, and further developing pointe work. Developing graceful transitions and suppleness with an emphasis on performance quality.
BALLET 5-7
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Ages 14 and Up Tuesdays | 6-8 pm The more difficult forms of adagio are introduced while continuing to polish the technique of turns and more advanced sections of allegro (jumps). Further development of combinations in adagio, allegro, and exercises en pointe, with the use of both classical and contemporary music. The main focus of this class is on the development of exceptional technique, artistry, and individualism.
BALLET 6-7
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Ages 14 and Up Mondays | 6-8 pm The more difficult forms of adagio are introduced while continuing to polish the technique of turns and more advanced sections of allegro (jumps). Further development of combinations in adagio, allegro, and exercises en pointe, with the use of both classical and contemporary music. The main focus of this class is on the development of exceptional technique, artistry, and individualism.
SODE15
Ages 14 and Up Wednesdays | 4-6 pm This class will focus on the technique of classical pas de deux as well as explore the weight-sharing and lifting techniques of contemporary dance partnering. In addition to learning the techniques needed to support, turn, and lift a partner; students will also learn the skills to carefully coordinate the shape and timing of their movement with their partner.
CLASSICAL VARIATIONS
SODE16
14 and Up Thursdays | 6-7 pm This class has a prerequisite. Students are expected to have reached at least Ballet Level 5 or have consent of the instructor to take this class. This class provides a study of classical and contemporary solo variations from famous ballets. Students are introduced to and gain an appreciation for the technical difficulty of solos as well as an opportunity to express their individual style and artistic ability.
CONTEMPORARY 3
CHARACTER 1
SODE17
Ages 14 and Up Mondays 4-5 pm Fridays 6-7 pm Emphasis on strengthening stability in various movements, delving into musicality and artistic expression, and further developing pointe work. Developing graceful transitions and suppleness with an emphasis on performance quality.
JAZZ 2-3
Ages 12 and Up Thursdays | 7-8 pm Character dance is the study of ethnic forms of dance as presented and interpreted in the classical repertoire. Character dance encourages exuberant expression, greater understanding of line, and complex rhythmic structures. Most importantly, character dance requires the student to think about the cultural context of the dance and the SODE18 responsibility of how to best honor that through their work.
12 and Up Thursdays | 7-8 pm This intermediate level jazz class focuses on learning and improving proper dance techniques like body isolations, performance quality, and developing intricate rhythms and patterns. Students will be exposed to various styles of jazz to help develop a wellrounded dancer. Class curriculum is based on ballet technique layered with traditional jazz movement and includes a proper warmup, stretches, isolations, across-the-floor progressions, and combinations.
JAZZ 3
SODE12
CHARACTER 2-3
SODE21
Ages 14 and Up Wednesdays | 6-7 pm This class has a prerequisite. Students are expected to have taken Character 1 in order to take this class. Character dance is the study of ethnic forms of dance as presented and interpreted in the classical repertoire. Character dance encourages exuberant expression, greater understanding of line, and complex rhythmic structures. Most importantly, character dance requires the SODE19 student to think about the cultural context of the dance and the responsibility of how to best honor that through their work.
Ages 12 and Up Mondays | 5-6 pm Advanced jazz students will be expected to take risks and explore their own unique style. Combinations become increasingly more complex and intricate. Mastery of technique, speed of the movements, musicality, and flexibility is expected within this class.
PATHWAYS IN THE ARTS
SODE22
Ages 14 and Up
Fridays | 4-5 pm Students will explore the possibilities of careers in dance and the arts. They will learn about developing their brand as an artist, YOGA FOR DANCERS SODE20 applying to college programs, securing a job, and learn the legal and financial aspects Ages 11 and Up of the business of dance. In this class we Tuesdays | 4-5 pm emphasize the importance of building a life in the arts, not just a living. This class requires consent of the instructor. Yoga for Dancers is designed to help dancers develop mental and emotional skills that will assist them in challenging life situations throughout their dance careers and beyond. Focus is placed on breathing techniques and balanced muscle usage.