To the Pointe. Dance Studio & Supplies
2011-2012 Class Schedule, Descriptions & Attire Policy
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Tuition Discounts
To the Pointe. will adjust your account according to any multi-class or household discounts once your registration has been received and your enrollment is confirmed. Discounts are offered according to how many classes per household you are registered for. Families who are registered in three to four classes receive 10% off of the third and fourth classes, five or more classes receive 20% off of the fifth class plus any additional classes up to 6.5 hours. If your family is enrolled in 6.5 or more hours per week, you qualify for unlimited classes. The unlimited tuition rate is $250/monthly payment. Tuition is non-refundable.
Payment Policies
To the Pointe. requires that all SCHOOL YEAR students pay for their last month's tuition at the time of registration. This is the June tuition for the upcoming season. June's tuition is 100% non-refundable. Thereafter, tuition is due on the 1st of every month beginning with September 1st by automatic credit card payments and will hold your spot in class. Tuition is a yearly sum divided into equal monthly payments. Unpaid students will not be admitted into class. Tuition remains the same regardless of the number of weeks in a month or holidays. Tuition is non refundable, non transferable between dancers, and not credited due to missed or dropped classes. Dancers ARE permitted to transfer from one class to another without fees. Unpaid students will not be permitted to participate in any recitals. Tuition can be paid by Credit Card or check. Under our new e-commerce system your credit card will be billed automatically monthly unless notification is sent via email to tothepointe@closecall.com or you call the office at 410-634-2430 requesting to pay by check at least 5 days prior to the 1st of the month. Beginning July 1st, you will receive an immediate email receipt for automatic tuition payments. You are responsible for keeping your account current and updating your account information should your card be declined or your card expire. You may do so by logging into our customer portal at anytime. Please mail all payments to To the Pointe. 2 North Maple Ave. Bldg. B-1 Ridgely, MD 21660. There will be a fee of $35 for any check returned by the bank. There will be a $10 late charge automatically added to accounts paid after the 15th of the month.
THIS DOES NOT APPLY TO SUMMER CAMPS OR SEASONAL SHORT SESSION CLASSES: SHORT SESSIONS ARE DUE TO BE PAID IN FULL, THERE ARE NO REFUNDS GIVEN FOR SEASONAL SHORT SESSIONS.
Registration Fee
To the Pointe. has a $30 per family registration fee that must be paid at the time the student registers for a selected class or classes. This fee is 100% non-refundable.
THIS DOES NOT APPLY TO SUMMER CAMPS.
Tuition Prices
Tuition prices vary depending on the style and length of the class. 45 minute classes are $43.20/monthly payment. 60 minute classes are $45/monthly payment. Please call or check the class description on the registration page for other class prices. See our multi-class discount information above. Summer class sessions/camps as well as short session classes are priced according to the class offered and supply inclusions such as craft projects. They are priced as a whole, not by monthly payments, and are not included in multi-class discounts.
LEVEL AND STAFF: For student safety, dancers are only permitted to register and attend classes at the level that To the Pointe. staff places them in or according to their age. No student or parent may promote themselves or their child into a higher level. Parents may request a written evaluation of student progress. Staff is subject to change without notice.
INFORMATION AND HOLIDAYS are posted on the bulletin board as well as on our website and studio Facebook and Twitter pages. Stay informed by checking for important dates and updates. It is the parent's responsibility to follow up and stay informed with studio current events. Regular email reminders are sent to those who give us email addresses.
MAKE UPS: There are no class make ups. Exception: when class is canceled by To the Pointe. i.e. Snow Days. Classes may not be made up due to sports practices or games, vacations or other activities. Please be sure you choose a class time that you will be able to attend all year before making your commitment to dance.
DANCE ATTIRE is required for all dance classes. This enables the teacher to properly observe the students body movements for correct form and technique. Hair must be pulled off the face. Absolutely NO JEWELRY as it is a hazard. Dance shoes should only be worn inside the studio. Street shoes are not permitted on the dance floor at any time. Please see class descriptions for your class dress code or ask your teacher for more detailed information. Attire policy will be strictly enforced. Be sure to check out the sample leotards in the store for the accurate uniform color for your class. Students who are not appropriately dressed (including hair) will be asked to sit and observe the class.
ATTENDANCE is vital to a dancer’s ability to learn and retain technique. Please be sure to arrive on time. Students who are even 5-10 minutes late miss important warm up stretches and risk injury. Dancers who arrive more then 10 minutes late will not be permitted to participate but must observe. Please feel free to contact Bri if you have any questions.
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Class Descriptions & Attire Requirement
Children’s Classes:
Tiny Toes
This class helps develop basic movement skills through song and dance. The creative and improvisational environment is an excellent way to introduce a young child to music and movement and the small class sizes enable each student to receive personal attention. Class includes beginning rhythm activities and dance games. Girls: Any color Leotard, Pink or White Tights, Pink Leather Ballet Shoes, Hair must be up in ponytails, braid or a bun. Boys: white t-shirt & black sweatpants or gym shorts.
Creative Movement
This class helps develop basic dance skills through song and dance. The creative and improvisational environment is an excellent way to introduce a young child to music and movement. Class includes beginning ballet movement & vocabulary, percussive and rhythm activities and dance games. Our syllabus includes material which prepares students for the National Standards for Education in the Arts (found in the publication National Standards for Arts Education: What Every Young American Should Know and Be Able to Do in the Arts – publisher MENC 1994 – ISBN 1-56545-036-1). The material is cross referenced with the objectives as they are presented in the National Standards. Thus, the material presented in this program will help prepare children for Kindergarten. Girls: Any color Leotard, Pink or White Tights, Pink Leather Ballet Shoes, Hair must be up in ponytails, braids or a bun. Boys: white t-shirt & black sweatpants or gym shorts.
Combination Ballet/Tap
This class introduces the young dancer to tap as well as increases their coordination and technique in ballet. A bit more serious then creative movement - but still a lot of fun. Pink Leotards, Pink or White Tights, Pink Leather Ballet Slippers, Black Buckle Tap Shoes, Hair must be up in ponytails, braids or a bun, bangs must be pinned out of the face. Skirts are optional. Boys: white t-shirt & black sweatpants or gym shorts. Tuesday 5:00 and Saturday 10:00 classes: Students must have been born in the year 2006 or earlier (5+ yrs old as of Jan. 1, 2011). Tuesday 6:00 class: Students must have been born in the year 2005 or earlier (6+ yrs old as of Jan. 1, 2011).
Combination Ballet/Tap/Intro to Jazz
Jazz is now introduced to the dancer, while they continue to master tap and ballet movements and terminology. Freedom of self-expression and movement are highly encouraged in this class. Pink Leotards, Pink or White Tights, Pink Leather Ballet Slippers, Black Buckle Tap Shoes, Hair must be up in ponytails or a bun, bangs must be pinned out of the face. Students must have been born in the year 2004 or earlier (7+ yrs old as of Jan. 1, 2011).
Intro Ballet
This class will focus on beginning ballet technique and vocabulary. It will introduce little ones to the barre and centre work with a focus on Allegro (jumps) and Adagio (slow arm movements, turns, spotting and basic footwork). Black or Pink Leotards, Pink Tights, Pink Leather Ballet Slippers, Hair must be up in ponytails, braids or a bun, bangs must be pinned out of the face. Black or Pink Skirts are suggested.
Intro Tap
Students will focus on the wide variety of tap techniques while learning vocabulary, history and combinations. Black or Pink Leotards, Pink Tights, Black Buckle Taps, Hair must be up in ponytails, braids or a bun, bangs must be pinned out of the face. Black or Pink Skirts are suggested. Boys: White t-shirt, black sweatpants or gym shorts and black jazz taps.
Jazz/Hip Hop Fusion
Students will focus on the wide variety of jazz techniques while learning vocabulary, history and combinations. This energetic class will include across the floor progressions and center floor exercises. Dancers will work on flexibility, jumps and turns. Any Color Leotard, Tan Tights & Black Jazz Shoes. Hair must be pulled up into ponytail, bangs pinned out of face. Skirts, jazz capris or shorts are optional. Boys: white t-shirt, sweatpants or gym shorts and jazz shoes.
Hippity Hop
Dancers will enjoy learning the basic movement behind Hip Hop dance on an age appropriate scale. Some Jazz and African inspiration will be taught, as well as isolations and rhythm. A fun, high energy class! Any color leotards, tights and dance sneakers are required. Dance shorts or pants are allowed. Hair should be pulled up into a ponytail or braid. Boys: white t-shirt & black sweatpants or gym shorts.
Boys' Hip Hop
Dancers will enjoy learning the basic movement behind Hip Hop dance on an age appropriate scale. Some Jazz and African inspiration will be taught, as well as isolations and rhythm. A fun, high energy class! Dancers should wear a solid color t-shirt, black sweatpants or gym shorts and clean sneakers.
Boys' Tap
Students will focus on the wide variety of tap techniques while learning vocabulary, history and combinations. This energetic class will include across the floor progressions and center floor exercises. Dancers will work on rhythm, turns and timesteps. Dancers should wear a solid color t-shirt, black sweatpants or gym shorts and jazz taps.
Irish I
Fun, recreational class full of good Celtic music, jumps, turns and formations. This class will review basic Irish dance history, vocabulary and lots of combinations. Class meets on the first Saturday of Sept, Oct, Nov & Dec for the fall semester. The spring semester will also meet on the first Saturday of each month beginning in February and will include recital choreography. Students are encouraged to register for both fall & spring sessions. Any color Leotards, Black or Tan Tights and Black Ghillies. Hair must be pulled up into a ponytail, braid or bun with bangs pinned out of face. Skirts or short, snug black dance capris are optional.
Irish II
Fun, recreational class full of good Celtic music, jumps, turns and formations. This class will review basic Irish dance history, vocabulary and lots of combinations. Class meets on the first Saturday of Sept, Oct, Nov & Dec for the fall semester. The spring semester will also meet on the first Saturday of each month beginning in February and will include recital choreography. Students are encouraged to register for both fall & spring sessions. Any color Leotards, Black or Tan Tights and Black Ghillies. Hair must be pulled up into a ponytail, braid or bun with bangs pinned out of face. Skirts or short, snug black dance capris are optional.
Irish III
Fun, recreational class full of good Celtic music, jumps, turns and formations. Dancers will explore both softshoe & hardshoe Irish dance. This class will review basic Irish dance history, vocabulary and lots of combinations. Class meets on the first Saturday of Sept, Oct, Nov & Dec for the fall semester. The spring semester will also meet on the first Saturday of each month beginning in February and will include recital choreography. Students are encouraged to register for both fall & spring sessions. Any color leotards, black or tan tights, black ghillies and hardshoes. Hair must be pulled up into a ponytail, braid or bun with bangs pinned out of face.
Creative Dance - Special Needs
Creative dance is a fantastic activity for children with physical disabilities. This class will explore modern, improv & other dance styles to help build balance and coordination, increase muscle strength, increase muscle endurance, build flexibility, encourage team work, cooperation and group skills, develop an awareness of beat, rhythm and movement to music skills & develop an understanding of musical qualities and the relationship of music to emotion and mood.
Dance Overview for Homeschoolers
A class designed with homeschool students in mind. We will review many different styles of dance throughout the 12 week session including Ballet, Modern, Tap & Jazz. We will also read books related to dance themes, view videos of dance performances and learn some basic dance history. Any color leotard, pink or tan convertible tights, pink leather ballet slippers and black buckle tap shoes are required. Hair must be up in ponytail, braid or bun with strays pinned out of face.
Children’s Theatre
These 6 week classes focus on improv, singing, dancing, acting and directing while including other elements of the stage such as set & prop design, script writing, overcoming obstacles and auditioning. Classes will participate in a mini performance on the last day of class. Athletic attire and ballet shoes required. No jeans, no skirts and hair should be pulled out of face.
Pre-teen & Teen Classes:
**To the Pointe. Faculty reserves the right to place your dancer(s) according to their individual ability, particularly in the following classes. Ages are used as a reference only and may not reflect the absolute or class average. We are professionals in our field, please allow us to make the educated decision when it comes to the placement of your child.**
Ballet I
Classical ballet is a beautiful and theatrical form of dance and is the basis of almost every type of dance. This class assists with balance, body placement, turnout, flexibility and alignment in dance. French terminology is taught on all levels. A focus is placed on the Cecchetti method of ballet technique but Vaganova and RAD is sometimes touched on. Students in Ballet I will be preparing to enter their first year of Cecchetti technique when they reach Ballet II. Light Blue Leotard, Pink Tights, Pink Split Sole Leather Ballet Slippers, Hair must be pulled into a bun, bangs pinned out of face.
Ballet II
Classical ballet is a beautiful and theatrical form of dance and is the basis of almost every type of dance. This class assists with balance, body placement, turnout, flexibility and alignment in dance. French terminology is taught on all levels. A focus is placed on the Cecchetti method of ballet technique but Vaganova and RAD is sometimes touched on. Students in this class will be entering their first year of Cecchetti technique. Black Leotard, Pink Tights, Pink Split Sole Leather Ballet Slippers, Hair must be pulled into a bun, bangs pinned out of face.
Ballet III
Classical ballet is a beautiful and theatrical form of dance and is the basis of almost every type of dance. This class assists with balance, body placement, turnout, flexibility and alignment in dance. French terminology is taught on all levels. A focus is placed on the Cecchetti method of ballet technique but Vaganova and RAD is sometimes touched on. Students in this class will be entering their second-third year of Cecchetti technique. Black Leotard, Pink Tights, Pink Split Sole Leather Ballet Slippers. Hair must be pulled into a bun, bangs pinned out of face.
Ballet IV
Classical ballet is a beautiful and theatrical form of dance and is the basis of almost every type of dance. This class assists with balance, body placement, turnout, flexibility and alignment in dance. French terminology is taught on all levels. This class will focus on ballet barre, adagio and allegro technique. A focus is placed on the Cecchetti method of ballet technique but Vaganova and RAD is sometimes touched on. Students in this class will be entering their third-fourth year of Cecchetti technique. Any color Leotards (Day One), Black Leotards (Day Two), pink tights, and pink split-sole ballet slippers required. Hair must be in a bun with bangs pinned back. Dancers must have taken Ballet II & III. Students MUST have teacher and studio approval to register for this class.
Pointe
Pointe is a class focusing directly on exercises to prepare students for going on Pointe. Dancers will be put through a vigorous barre routine to strengthen the muscles necessary to dance in Pointe shoes. Dancers must also be registered in Ballet III or IV. Teacher, Studio & Doctor Approval Needed. Black Leotard, Pink Tights, Pink Leather Split-Sole Ballet Slippers (Pointe Shoes will be needed at different times depending on ability). Hair must be in a bun, no bangs.
Pointe Prep
A short session class to prepare students for the 2011-2012 Pointe Class. Teacher & Doctor Approval Required.
OPEN Ballet
This class is geared towards the student who wishes to take a second class of ballet per week. It is open to students in Ballet II, Ballet III & Adults and is strongly encouraged for Pointe students. The focus will be on balance, body placement, turnout, flexibility and alignment in dance. Any Color Leotard, Pink Tights, Pink Split Sole Leather Ballet Slippers. Hair must be pulled into a bun, bangs pinned out of face. This class does not participate in recital.
*Each Modern class below will also examine basic Anatomy & Body/Muscular Movement for dancers.*
Modern I
A technique class which combines traditional jazz and ballet choreography, with a focus on floor work, jumps, tricks and turns. This form of dance allows the student to express themselves while maintaining classical training. A history of modern dance and its pioneers is discussed and the fundamentals of choreography are taught. Registering for Ballet I is also strongly recommended in order for students to truly excel at the technique behind the movement. Light Blue Leotard, Pink Convertible Tights, Foot Undeez, Hair must be up in ponytail, bangs pinned out of face.
Modern II
A technique class which combines traditional jazz and ballet choreography, with a focus on floor work, jumps, tricks and turns. This form of dance allows the student to express themselves while maintaining classical training. A history of modern dance and its pioneers is discussed and the fundamentals of choreography are taught. Students should also be registered in a Ballet class in order to truly excel at the technique behind the movement. Black Leotard, Pink Convertible Tights, Foot Undeez, Hair must be up in ponytail, bangs pinned out of face.
Modern III
A technique class which combines traditional jazz and ballet choreography, with a focus on floor work, jumps, tricks and turns. This form of dance allows the student to express themselves while maintaining classical training. A history of modern dance and its pioneers is discussed and the fundamentals of choreography are taught. It is recommended that students also register in a Ballet class in order to truly excel at the technique behind the movement. Black Leotard, Pink Convertible Tights, Foot Undeez, Hair must be up in ponytail, bangs pinned out of face.
Modern IV
A technique class which combines traditional jazz and ballet choreography, with a focus on floor work, jumps, tricks and turns. This form of dance allows the student to express themselves while maintaining classical training. A history of modern dance and its pioneers is discussed and the fundamentals of choreography are taught. Students are REQUIRED to also register in a Ballet class in order to truly excel at the technique behind the movement. Any color Leotard, Pink Convertible Tights, Foot Undeez, Hair must be up in ponytail, bangs pinned out of face.
Tap/Jazz I
Students will focus on the wide variety of jazz and tap techniques while learning vocabulary, history and combinations. This energetic class will include across the floor progressions and center floor exercises. Dancers will work on flexibility, jumps, turns and timesteps. Girls: Any color leotard, tan tights, black jazz shoes and black buckle tap shoes, Hair must be pulled up into ponytail, bangs pinned out of face. Skirts, capris or shorts are optional. Boys: white t-shirt & gym shorts.
Tap II
Students will focus on the wide variety of tap techniques while learning vocabulary, history and combinations. This energetic class will include across the floor progressions and center floor exercises. Dancers will work on rhythm, turns and timesteps. Any Color Leotard, Tan Tights, Black Buckle or Jazz Tap Shoes, Hair must be pulled up into ponytail, bangs pinned out of face. Skirts, jazz capris or shorts are optional. Boys: white t-shirt, sweatpants or gym shorts and tap shoes.
Tap III
Students will focus on the wide variety of tap techniques while learning vocabulary, history and combinations. This energetic class will include across the floor progressions and center floor exercises. Dancers will work on rhythm, turns and timesteps. Any Color Leotard, Tan Tights, Black Buckle or Jazz Tap Shoes, Hair must be pulled up into ponytail, bangs pinned out of face. Skirts, jazz capris or shorts are optional. Boys: white t-shirt, sweatpants or gym shorts and tap shoes.
Jazz II/III
A technique class that combines traditional jazz with the ever changing styles of today, made popular by television shows such as So You Think You Can Dance. Broadway Jazz/Theatre Jazz, Classical Jazz, Lyrical Jazz, Contemporary Jazz & Hip Hop are all discussed in different lessons. Each class consists of a warm up, across the floor progressions and upbeat dance combinations. Our jazz dance syllabus includes material which prepares students for the National Standards for Education in the Arts (found in the publication National Standards for Arts Education: What Every Young American Should Know and Be Able to Do in the Arts – publisher MENC 1994 – ISBN 1-56545-036-1). The material is cross referenced with the objectives as they are presented in the National Standards. Girls: Any Color Leotards, Tan Tights, Black Jazz Shoes (not sneakers), Hair up in ponytail, bangs pinned out of face. Black Dance Capris or Dance Shorts are optional. Boys: Solid color t-shirt, black sweatpants or black gym shorts and Black Jazz Shoes (not sneakers).
Hip Hop
Dancers will enjoy learning the basic movement behind Hip Hop dance on an age appropriate scale. Some Jazz and African inspiration will be taught, as well as isolations, rhythm and even some basic tumbling. A fun, high energy class! Any color leotards, tights and dance sneakers are required. Dance shorts or pants are allowed. Hair should be pulled up into a ponytail or braid. Boys: white t-shirt & black sweatpants or gym shorts.
Prep Company
Younger dancers in grades 3-5 who are interested in joining our Dance Company in the future are invited to enroll in this class. Dancers must also be enrolled in a Ballet technique class and may be enrolled in other styles as well. Members will learn how to choreograph, produce dance performances and improve performance quality. Students must participate in workshops, parades and community performances. Students must also purchase a Company uniform. Please see Ms Bri for more info.
Dance Company
Dancers must audition to participate in our Dance Company and must also be enrolled in at least 4.5 hours of dance per week including a Ballet technique class & a Modern technique class. Members will learn how to choreograph, produce dance performances and improve performance quality. Students must participate in workshops, parades and community performances. These opportunities often involve application, hotel and travel costs. Students must also purchase a Company uniform.
