Classes Available


Mom-n-Me - a new class designed to introduce movement to the youngest of dancers and their favorite adult! 30 minutes (Child age 2-3) 

Creative Movement for Special Needs Kids: Karina's Class (a ministry of SOFDCinc.) - a new class in ballet and creative movement for those kids with special needs and a desire to express themselves through movement! 30 minutes (Ages 4 and up) Coming February 3, 2010.  Please call if you are interested as we develop this new class! (STUDENTS ACCEPTED THROUGH  END OF FEBRUARY) Our goal is to get this class funded to allow any student to participate.

Creative Movement/Pre-ballet - especially designed to expand motor skills of younger students by developing coordination and self-expression through simple dance movements and songs. 45 minutes (Ages 3-4)

Pre-ballet/Tap - an introduction to the technique in ballet and tap, while still developing motor skills, rhythm and coordination. 1 hour (Ages 4-5)

Ballet Prep - an introduction to the formal study of Ballet for our younger dancers. 1 hour (Ages 6-7)  This class dances in the Nativity Ballet.

Ballet - complete classical training emphasizing proper technique and development. Praise expressions are also introduced in the choreography. (Ages 7 and up)
***Ballet is the most beneficial form of dance for the body placement and is the best foundation for all other dance forms. Students are not required to take ballet, however, it is highly recommended that any student wishing to improve technique and move on to advance classes have this essential instruction.

Pointe - advance technique taught for ages 12 and over with at least two years ballet experience. Requires staff approval.

Modern - a free and expressive form of dance for experienced dancers (Ages 11 and up).

Jazz - an exciting and free form of dance. It is great for flexibility and extension. (Ages 7 and up).

Tap - an upbeat, fun, all-American favorite! It is excellent for rhythm as well as toning and strengthening the legs! (Ages 4 and up).

Hip Hop - an aerobic funk style of dance, reminiscent of music videos. Great for muscle and aerobic exercise! (Ages 8 and up)

Ballroom - learn the latest in ballroom and latin dancing!  Limited space.  A partner is recommended.  (Ages 14-Adult)  Call for availability and sessions!

Registration and Tuition 09-10

A fee of $30 for the first student per family (add $5 per additional student) is due upon registration and is non-refundable.  Each student registering will receive a STEPS of FAITH T-Shirt!

Tuition is an annual fee based on thirty-six weeks of instruction (Aug 10, 2009-May 15, 2010). For your convenience, it is divided into ten equal installments and is due by the tenth of the month. A discount of 5% is available to those wishing to pay at least three months at a time and a 10% discount to those paying yearly. Allowances have been made for holidays.  (THERE HAS BEEN NO INCREASE FROM LAST YEAR TO BLESS OUR FAMILIES.)

Rates are per family by adding the total hours of all students (effective Fall 2009: no price increase from last yr.):
*1st class per week - 30 min. $40 per month
*1st class per week - 45 min. $48 per month
*1st class per week - 1 hour $55 per month
*1st class per week - 1 1/2 hr. $70 per month (1 1/4 hr. $65/month)
*1st class per week - 2 hours $95 per month
*Each additional class per week 
        30min                      $35 per month
        45min - 1 hour         $45 per month 
        1 1/2 hour                $55 per month
*Unlimited classes (1st student) $180 per month (Company member's tuition is different and includes member dues)
Mom-N-Me six week sessions is $50, and Ballroom or Irish workshop will have its own separate fees.  Call for information.

NEW:  Adult Dance Class Card.  We are now offering a Dance Class Card, where adults (ages 19+) can buy a particular number of classes at a time, and use them when they can come, thus not paying for classes they cannot attend.  This is great for parents, people who travel or a living, or anyone who wants the flexibility to drop into a class when they can.  It is valid on Adult classes only:  Tap on Monday at 8pm, Ballet on Tuesday at 7pm, and HipHop/Jazz on Wednesday at 730pm.  Registration is required, but registration fee is waived.

    *One class card is $15         *Five class card is $65           *Ten class card is $125

 

Withdrawals may be made at any time, however, we highly encourage students to "finish what they started" and finish at least the semester, as this teaches responsibility and teamwork.  We require that you notify the studio by written notice immediately if you find you must withdraw.  By not providing proper notice, we continue to reserve your place in class, and your account will continue to be billed.  Not coming to class is not proper notice. You will be responsible for class fees up until notice is recieved.  Notice before the 15th of the month will be considered effective on the date received, and notice after the 15th of the month will be considered effective on the 1st of the next month. 

To pay online, click here...

BIRTHDAY PARTY Fees:
Includes 1 hour instruction and an additional hour of studio use for cake/presents: $90 for first 10 dancers, $9 each additional dancer.

What to Wear for Class

All students are required to wear appropriate dance wear to class (no jeans and no costumes). All female students need a class-designated leotard for minimal distraction in class as well as for uniformity for class/small performances.  See office or on the online registration form for your designated color.  You will have the option of style choices.   Hair must be in a bun for all ballet classes, pulled away from the face for all other classes.
Ballet: class assigned leotard for preschoolers and children, as well as company level classes, solid color leotard for teens and adults, pink footed or convertible tights, leather or canvas (not nylon) pink ballet shoes.
Tap: solid colored leotard or unitard, tights, black tap shoes(ribbon tie for ages 4-10; tan colored character or black jazz tap shoes for older students).  (Thursday tap class with Ms.Julie needs tan character shoes 1.5 inch heels)
Jazz & Hip-Hop: loose fitting, modest clothing, (no jeans/khakis) black jazz or dance sneakers, or sneakers for HipHop
Modern/Pilates:  solid colored leotard, pink tights, bare feet. An exercise mat is required for body conditioning.

Male students may wear shorts and t-shirt with appropriate black dance shoes where required. 

 

Company Classes (must audition for placement)09-10

Company members have separate tuition/dues schedule and minimum class requirements. Call for an audition if interested.  Members must have at least two years ballet training, and have a ministry minded attitiude.  We would love to hear from you.

 

COMPANY CLASSES:  Call for audition if interested.

Company members have separate tuition/dues schedule and minimum class requirements.

 

YOUNG APPRENTICE COMPANY Ballet:

Tues. 400-545  Ms. Colleen (Devotions at end) For January only end at 530pm.

Fri 400-530 Ms. Julie (Rehearsals at end)

***Possible elective: Tap: Fri. 530-615 Ms. Julie or Fri 615-700, OR Jazz/tap Wed. 430-530 Ms. Natalie, or any Hiphop

YC Trainee class:  Thursday 400-600 Ms. Theresa

 

YOUNG COMPANY Ballet:

Tuesday 4:00-6 Ms. Theresa (Rehearsals and Devotionals at end)

Thursday 4:00-6 Ms. Theresa (Rehearsals at end)

Apprentice Trainee class: Wed 430-615 Ms. Theresa

YOUNG COMPANY Jazz:

Thursday 605-700 Ms. Rachel

 

APPRENTICE COMPANY Ballet:

Monday 430-630 Ms Theresa

Devotions Monday 630-7 STAFF

Thursday 6-8 Ms. Theresa (called rehearsals from 8-9)

Technical class: Wed. 430-615 Ms. Theresa (non Sr Co. Trainees)

APPRENTICE COMPANY Modern/Body Conditioning (optional this yr):

Friday 430-530 Ms. Ashleyanne

APPRENTICE COMPANY Jazz:

Monday 700-800 Miss Rachel

COMPANY TRAINEE ballet class (by invitation only):

Tuesday 600-800 Ms. Theresa   Called Rehearsals from 800-900 when needed

 

COMPANY Ballet:

Monday 700-900 Ms. Theresa (all Sr. Company)

Devotions Mondays 630-7 STAFF

Technical class (non-Adv. Co.): Tuesday 600-800 Ms. Theresa   (called Rehearsals from 800-900)

Adv. Co.: Wed.615-830pm Ms. Theresa (called Rehearsals 830-930)

Technical Pointe class (all Sr. Company): Friday 615-745 Ms. Ashleyanne

COMPANY Jazz/Rehearsals when needed:

Mondays 500-630 Miss Rachel/Julie rehearses when needed

COMPANY Modern/Body Conditioning:

Pilates: Fridays 530-615 Ms. Ashleyanne

Modern: Fridays 745-830 Ms. Ashleyanne

 

ANY COMPANY CLASS MEMBER must have auditioned to register for any company level class.

 

 

REGISTRATION FOR Wtr/Spring

Registration is now closed for our Spring semester.  Open Registration for new students begins May 3 for our FALL 2010 season.  A fall schedule will be posted by mid-April.   A few classes can accept students throughout the year, (Adult classes and drop in classes, as well as Karina's class).  Call the office for more details.  Summer class registration is open now.  Click here....

You are welcome to register for classes now via our secure website. 

For 2009-2010 Fall/Winter/Spring registration, click here...

Class Schedule 2009-2010

(Current as of Jan. 27)

Staff:  Theresa Shampine, Julie Reeves, Ashleyanne Spinks, Rachel Truitt, Natalie Jones, Katelyn Cameron, Kelsey Harris

Mom-n-Me 2-3yr olds and favorite adult

Mon 12:00-12:30 Miss Natalie (only 1 spot available)

Creative Movement for Kids with Special Needs: Karina's Class (REGISTRATION ACCEPTED THROUGH FEB)

Wedn. 530-600pm Miss Natalie (starts February 3, 2010)

 

Preballet  3-4year olds

Mon. 12:30-1:15  Miss Natalie FULL

Wed. 2:45-3:30  Ms. Kelsey ALMOST FULL (one spot)

 

Ballet/Tap 4-6yr. Olds

Monday 1:30-2:30 Miss Natalie  (first year tappers) FULL

Monday 3:30-4:30 Miss Katelyn (first year tappers) almost FULL 2 spaces available

Monday 300-400 Miss Natalie  (Second year tappers only)  almost FULL (one space available)

Tuesday 1230-130 Ms. Julie (first year tappers) FULL

Wed. 3:30-4:30  Ms. Kelsey (first or second yr) almost FULL (only 1 spot available)

Wed. 6:30-7:30  Miss Natalie (first or second yr) FULL

Ballet Prep 6-7 yr olds

Tuesday 3:00-4:00 Miss Katelyn FULL

 

Ballet/Tap/Jazz for 6-8yr olds (fun class exposing kids to all three genres)

Wednedays 3:00-4:30 Miss Natalie (ballet is at end)  almost FULL

 

Ages 7-11

Ballet 1: Tuesdays 600-700  Ms. Julie

Ballet 2: Thursdays 400-500  Ms. Julie almost FULL

JAZZ/TAP COMBO  (age 6 if taking Ballet class, at least age 7 if not)

Wednesday 300-400 Miss Natalie (first and second years) 

Wednesday 430-530 Miss Natalie (second and third years)

 

 

HipHop (must be at least 8 years old):

I: Mondays 4:00-5:00 Miss Natalie almost FULL

I:  Thursdays 700-800 Miss Rachel

 

Tap:

Beg Tap:  Friday 615-645 Ms. Julie

Beg/Int.: Friday 530-615 Ms. Julie Almost Full

Int./Adv: Thursday 500-545 Ms. Julie - must have director approval  FULL

 

Classes for Ages 11 and up

Ballet

Adult//Teen:  Tues. 700-815 Ms. Julie (Jan. 5, 2010 start) NEW CLASS/NEW TEACHER (NEW STUDENTS ALLOWED THROUGH FEB)

  

HipHop

I: Mondays 4:00-5:00 Miss Natalie  almost FULL

I:  Thursdays 700-800 Miss Rachel

II:  (Hiphop Jazz) Thursdays 800-900 Miss Rachel (drop in card available for this class for ages 19+)

Tap

Adult: Monday 800-900 Ms. Julie

Beg Tap:  Friday 615-700 Ms. Julie

Beg/Int. Friday 530-615 Ms. Julie almost FULL

Int./Adv; Thursday 500-545 Ms. Julie - must have director approval FULL 

 

Modern/Body Conditioning (ages 13+, and Appr. Co.)

Friday 430-530 Ms. Ashleyanne FULL

 

 

Ballroom/Latin Dancing

Workshops TBA (none currently scheduled)

Modern/Body Conditioning for companies

Apprentice level:  Friday 430-530 Ms. Ashleyanne FULL

Company level: Friday 730-830 Ms. Ashleyanne FULL

 

 

ADULT CLASSES:

  (*Dance Class Card valid for this class)

 

Ballet for Adults and Alumni:  Tues. 700-815 Ms. Julie * NEW TEACHER/NEW TIME

Tap: Monday 800-900 Ms. Julie *

HipHop/Jazz: Thursday 800-900 Ms. Rachel *