Classes and Fees

Class Descriptions 2011-2012

Kinderdance – 3 years of age

Mini – 4-6 Years of Age

Junior - 7-9 Years of Age

Intermediate - 10-12 Years of Age

Senior -13+ years of age

Advanced - 13+ years of age

· Royal Academy Ballet The foundation to dance. This discipline teaches posture, proper arm and foot positions, turn out, strong inner core and general technique. Ballet is mandatory for all company dancers taking jazz, lyrical or modern. Ballet classes do not compete.

· Ballet Technique Ballet classes that concentrate only on technique. There is no costume fee for this class as it does not perform.

· Pointe on toe shoes, pointe and pointe tech classes are offered for inspiring ballerinas.

· Pointe Tech A non-performance class for beginners or ballet dancers looking for extra practice on pointe.

· Jazz is a fast paced, energized class with popular music. It includes stretching, strengthening, across the floor exercises and choreography.

· Lyrical is a slower paced class using popular ballads for music. Stretching and technique work is a part of this free and expressive style of movement.

· Hip Hop is a fast paced funky class focusing on warm up and routines, filled with the latest popular dance steps and music.

· Modern is an evolving style of ballet based movement that is initiated from an emotional standpoint.

· Stage/Musical Theatre is a class where acting and basic dance steps come together. This class is perfect for dancers who love to be on stage and want to put more emotion in their face and dance.

· Acro is a variety of gym tricks (cartwheels, walkovers, etc) incorporated with a variety of dance disciplines.

· Acro Tech A non-performance class where company students can work on flexibility and tricks to enhance their other styles of dance.

· Tap Rhythm, style and technique come together in this funky style of dance where your feet make the noise.

· Technique drop in class is a class for intermediate and senior students to come out and work on the basics and improve on individual needs. Focus on stretching and strengthening, center work and across the floor. These classes will be advertised throughout the year.

· Lyrical Line is a large group of combined age groups joining together for a competitive group in the discipline of lyrical.

· Jazz Line is a large group of combined age groups joining together for a competitive group in the discipline of jazz.

· Tap Line is a large group of combined age groups joining together for a competitive group in the discipline of tap.

· Modern Line is a large group of combined age groups joining together for a competitive group in the discipline of Modern/Contemporary.



Recreational Classes Recreational classes are for dancers who simply enjoy the art form and passion for dance. They perform twice a year, once in our Christmas Performance in December and the other in our big Year End Recital in June. Students learn stretches, exercises, progressions, combinations of choreography and a full routine. Students learn self confidence in a positive and informative atmosphere.



Company Classes Fusion Force Competitive Company is a program for dedicated dance students who are looking for the challenge of being part of the competitive dance world. This program is by audition only, and requires commitment from all students involved. Please check the audition schedule and requirements for each individual class. Being part of a dance company is a lot of fun with many rewards. You are part of a team and you must be prepared to attend every class and rehearsal. Company Students are not to miss more than 3 classes per discipline per year, and all classes missed must be made up at the teacher’s discretion. Please take into consideration extra expenses such as competition entry fees, costuming and travel expenses. Extra rehearsals may fall on weekends or holidays, but we do try our best to avoid these situations.



Dress Code

KINDERDANCE

Shortsleeved or sleeveless bodysuit any color with matching chiffon skirt or skirt attached, Pink ballet tights or white ankle socks

Pink gymnastic style slippers

Hair in a ponytail

ROYAL ACADEMY OF DANCE BALLET

Pre Primary and Primary

Sleeveless tank or shortsleeved leotard in pink, Mondor style #1645 or #1635, Pink ballet tights

Pink leather ballet shoes (full leather sole), pink elastics sewn straight across

Sheer skirt between mid thigh and knee, pink to match body suit

Hair in a ballet bun

Grade 01 and Grade 02

Sleevless tank or shortsleeved leotard in navy blue with matching elastic belt, Mondor style #1645 or #1635, Pink ballet tights

Pink leather ballet shoes (full leather sole), pink elastics sewn straight across

No skirt

Hair in a ballet bun

Grade 03, Grade 04 and Grade 05

Sleevless tank leotard in navy blue with matching elastic belt, Mondor style #1633 , Pink ballet tights

Pink leather ballet shoes (full sole), pink elastics sewn straight across

No Skirt

Hair in a ballet bun

Grade 06, Grade 07 and Grade 08

Any classic style leotard, sleeveless, solid color, Pink ballet tights

Matching chiffon skirt (to be worn after barre work)

Pink leather, split sole ballet shoes, pink elastics sewn straight across

A light silk scarf 1m x 2m in a complimentary shade to bodysuit

Hair in a ballet bun

Character (grades 01 – 08)

Character Skirt, Mondor Style #3080, black in color, ribbon trim to match leotard (the hem of the skirt should be approx 3 inches below the knee)

Black canvas character shoes with pink elastics

JAZZ

Fitted clothing such as Jazz Pants, capri pants or shorts and a fitted tank top

Hair must be pulled back off face

Black split sole slip on jazz shoes (no laces)

LYRICAL/MODERN

Fitted clothing such as Jazz Pants, capri pants or shorts and a fitted tank top

Hair must be pulled back off face

Tan/beige foot thongs, paws, or foot undeez

TAP

Fitted clothing such as Jazz Pants or capri pants and a tank top

Hair must be pulled back off face

No jeans!

Junior Recreational - Black Patent tie tap shoe

Intermediate Recreational and all company Company - Black Oxford Hard Sole tap shoe (company groups may require a different style of shoe)

ACRO

Tight fitting clothing, example: bodysuit and shorts

Hair tied back, long hair in a bun

Barefeet or Tan/beige foot thongs, paws, or foot undeez

STAGE/MUSICAL THEATRE

Fitted clothing such as Jazz Pants or capri pants and a fitted tank top

Hair must be pulled back off face

Black split sole slip on jazz shoes (no laces)

Please note: themes or characters may require other shoes such as sneakers or character shoes

HIP HOP

Baggy, loose fitting clothing, such as sweatpants and a t-shirt, No jeans

Clean indoor only running shoes - Recreational hip hop requires

all white clean indoor runners for year end performances

Hours Per Week	Monthly Fee
45 min	$33.00
1.0 hours	$44.00
1.25 hours	$55.00
1.5 hours	$66.00
1.75 hours	$77.00
2.0 hours	$88.00
2.25 hours	$99.00
2.5 hours	$110.00
2.75 hours	$118.25
3.0 hours	$126.50
3.25 hours	$134.75
3.5 hours	$143.00
3.75 hours	$151.25
4.0 hours	$159.50
4.25 hours	$167.75
4.5 hours	$176.00
4.75 hours	$184.25
5.0 hours	$192.50
5.25 hours	$198.00
5.5 hours	$203.50
5.75 hours	$209.00
6.0 hours	$214.50
6.25 hours	$220.00
6.5 hours	$225.50
6.75 hours	$231.00
7.0 hours	$236.00
7.25 hours	$242.00
7.5 hours	$247.50
7.75 hours	$250.25
8.0 hours	$253.00
8.25 hours	$255.75
8.5 hours	$258.50
8.75 hours	$261.25
9.0 hours	$264.00
9.25 hours	$266.75
9.5 hours	$269.50
9.75 hours	$272.25
10 + hours	$275.00