The Dance Studio: Where Every Dancer is a Star!

Class Information and Policies

Summer 2011 Registration Form: Please fill out and mail to: The Dance Studio, 3163 Mystic Valley Parkway, Medford, MA 02155 or by emailing the below information to thedancestudio06@aol.com – please put “Summer registration” in the subject line

Name of Student:__________________________________ Age:_________ Grade:__________

Home Address:______________________________________ City:______________ Zip Code:________

Phone #:____-______-__________ Email Address: ____________________________________________

Please list any days you are NOT able to attend class: _________________________________________

Summer Camps (Please write name and date of camp/camps attending and please include a $50 deposit with Camp registration) _________________________________________________________

Summer 2011 Classes (Please check all that apply): Ballet/Tap Combo:____ Jazz:_____ Ballet:_____ Tap:______ Vocal:____ Modern/Lyrical:_____ Acro:_____ Hip Hop:_____ Pointe:____ Chor 1:____ Stretch+Crunch Abs:____ Chor 2:_____Spins and Leaps:______ 

Adult Classes/Private Lessons (Please write classes you wish to register for): _______________________

Parent Signature: X_________________________________________________________________

 

 

 

 

The Dance Studio will offer summer classes from July 11-August 26, 2011.  Please review our class list below for the classes that we will offer this summer!  Classes will be held at The Dance Studio (3163 Mystic Valley Pkwy (Rt 16 East), Medford, MA).

              The price list for summer classes is below.  All missed lessons must be paid for.  There will be a $25 fee for any returned checks.  There will be a $10 late fee for any balances over 4 weeks overdue for classes.  There are immediate openings for all classes.  Registration cards are due no later than June 13, 2011 to reserve your place in class. On the registration card please fill out any days/times that you cannot attend class. I do my best to arrange our class schedule around your schedule. Each class will meet one day per week.

REGISTRATION -                                                    

PRESENT STUDENTS may register by calling or emailing Amy at the above contact information.

NEW STUDENTS may register by calling or emailing Amy at the above contact information.

CLASSES OFFERED –

Preschool, Kindergarten, 1st Grade:

Ballet/Tap Combination Class.  Students will learn the basics of ballet and tap and will explore and create movement through creative dance!  This class is 45-minutes.

Students entering 2nd Grade:

Introduction to Jazz Dance- Students will learn the basics of this dance form.  This is a great class for beginner Jazz Dancers who are thinking of enrolling in Jazz in the fall! This class is 45 Minutes.

2nd Grade and up:

Ballet: 45 Minute Class

Jazz: 45 Minute Class

Tap: 30 Minute Class

Vocal Lessons:  Students will have the opportunity to learn pop/rock/r&b vocal technique.  Students will learn about the music industry, songwriting techniques, and will improve performance, stage presence, and confidence.  During the summer students will write, record, and produce their own CD!  This is an hour class.

Students Age 8 and up:

Introduction to Hip Hop: Students will learn the basics of hip hop dancing and choreography with age appropriate music and dance moves! This is a 45 Minute Class.

Modern/Lyrical Dance:  Modern/Lyrical is a fusion of ballet and jazz that focuses on expression and performance. It relies on the student to think “out of the box” and convey a story through movement.  This is a 45 Minute Class.

Acro: Learn Acrobatics fundamentals in this 45 Minute Class.

Students 12 years old and up:

Hip Hop: 45 Minute Class

Pointe: Students who enroll in Pointe class must also be enrolled in a ballet class and have at least two years of ballet experience and consent of the instructor.  This is a 45 Minute Class.

Choreography 1: This is the perfect class for students interested in teaching and creating choreography.  Students will learn teaching techniques and how to create choreography.  Students will work on creating a dance that fits with the recital theme for the fall 2011/2012 season and present it to the instructors at the end of the summer.  Two choreographers will be chosen to teach their dance to a class of students and present their piece at the recital. This is an hour long class.

Choreography 2: This class is for students who have already completed Choreography 1.  Students will learn how to create a lesson plan in all styles of dance, practice student teaching, and learn about adapting teaching styles to varying age groups, students, and dance styles.  Students will also learn about Dance Studio business management and continue to work on choreography skills.  Students who show exemplary teaching abilities will be eligible to apply for a teaching position at The Dance Studio in the fall season. This is an hour long class.

Stretch: This class will focus on yoga type stretching.  This class will improve flexibility, balance, as well as total body toning.  This is a 30 minute class.

Crunch Abs and Strength Training: This class will focus on abdominal sculpting and conditioning.  We will also work with total body weight training and increasing endurance.  This class is perfect for students working to improve their strength as a dancer. This class is 45 minutes.

 

Adult Classes: Adult classes are open to students 18 years old and up.  College Students may also register in our regular classes.

Jazz/Hip Hop Exercise:

Students will learn the fundamentals of jazz and hip hop technique while improving rhythm, flexibility, endurance, and coordination.  This class is guaranteed to get your heart pumping!  This is a 45 minute class.

Ballet for Adults: 45 minute class.

Tap for Adults: 30 minute class.

Crunch Abs Strength and Conditioning + Stretch: The class will concentrate on abdominal sculpting and exercises to improve flexibility.  Students will also work on strength training and conditioning. This class is 45 minutes.

 

Private Lessons:  Private Lessons are available to children and adults upon request.  Please contact Amy for more information and pricing.

 

PRICE LIST –

30 minute Classes:

Students enrolled in only 1 class: $7.50

Students enrolled in multiple classes: $7.00

45 Minute Classes:

Students enrolled in only 1 class: $9.00

Students enrolled in multiple classes: $8.50

Hour Classes:

Students enrolled in only 1 class: $11.00

Students enrolled in multiple classes: $10.50

 

**Please check the length of classes above when registering as some classes have increased in length.

**Class discounts (prices for students in enrolled in multiple classes) applies to students who take multiple classes at the Studio.  Multiple classes in specific time brackets are not necessary for the discount.  Example: A student is taking a half hour tap class, 45 minute jazz class, and hour long vocal class.  The Students will pay $7.00 for tap, $8.50 for Jazz, and $10.50 for vocal class.

 

REQUIREMENTS

Preschool, Kindergarten, 1st Grade: Leotard and Tights are recommended

All other Ages: Clothes that are comfortable and form fitting.  Clothes must allow for free movement.  It is important to not wear overly baggy clothes or long pants that cover feet.  Seeing the line of the body while students are moving is helpful in making adjustments to their technique in class.  Students must have hair tied back off of face and jewelry (long necklaces, loose bracelets, dangling earrings) is not allowed.

Shoes: A shoe list will be distributed when your schedule for classes arrives in the mail.                                                        

 

LIMITED ENROLLMENT - Please return registration cards by June 13, 2011 to secure a place in classes for the Summer session.  We expect classes to fill quickly as we are limiting enrollment to 12-15 students per class.

 

**ONCE NEW STUDENT REGISTRATION IS COMPLETE ALL STUDENTS WILL RECEIVE THEIR SCHEDULES THROUGH THE MAIL. Students enrolled in summer classes receive discounts on week-long summer camps. Please check out all of our summer dance camp information at www.thedancestudiomedford.com**