Camano Dance Academy
Now Registering for 2011-2012!
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Registration for Ballet, Combo Classes, Hip Hop, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Pointe, Pre Pointe or Performance Classes
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CDA 2011-2012 CLASS SCHEDULE:
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SCROLL DOWN FOR SPECIFICS ON EACH DANCE CLASS. FALL CLASSES BEGIN SEPTEMBER 7th.
HOW TO REGISTER:
A non-refundable registration fee of $15 is required to hold a student's space. Your place in class is not secured until your registration fee is received. To register, please completely fill out the Camano Dance Academy registration form, enclose a check for your registration fee, and mail to: Camano Dance Academy, 651 Dodge Rd, Camano Island, WA
2011-2012 CLASSES:
PRE-COMBO (ages 3-5)
Introduces students to creative dance and dance-class structure. Employs child-oriented music and expressive movement.
Mondays 4:00-5:00 OR Thursday mornings from 11:30 - 12:30
*THE MONDAY CLASS IS CURRENTLY FULL. PLEASE REGISTER ONLINE TO BE PLACED ON THE WAIT LIST.WE DO HAVE ROOM IN THE THURSDAY CLASS.
BEGINNING COMBO (ages 4-6)
Designed to introduce students to ballet and creative dance. Teaches basic ballet positions and combinations, while also exploring free movement and expression.
Wednesdays 4:00-5:00
* THIS CLASS IS CURRENTLY FULL. PLEASE REGISTER ONLINE TO BE PLACED ON THE WAIT LIST.
BALLET I
Basic ballet instruction, including barre work, centre work, and basic turns. Ballet experience is not required.
Mondays 4:00-5:00
* THIS CLASS IS CURRENTLY FULL. PLEASE REGISTER ONINE TO BE PLACED ON THE WAIT LIST.
BALLET II
Ballet instruction, including basic barre work, centre work, and across-the-floor progressions. 1+ yr of ballet experience is recommended.
Mondays 5pm - 6pm
* CURRENTLY, THERE ARE ONLY TWO AVAILABLE SPACES FOR THIS CLASS. PLEASE REGISTER QUICKLY.
BALLET III
More technical ballet instruction, including barre work, positioning, centre work, and turns. 2+ yrs ballet experience is recommended.
Thursdays 5pm - 6pm
* CURRENTLY, THIS CLASS HAS ONLY ONE AVAILABLE OPENING. PLEASE REGISTER QUICKLY. *
BALLET IV
More technical ballet instruction, including barre work, positioning, centre work, allegro, and turns. 3+ yrs ballet experience is recommended. This class is preparatory for a more serious study of ballet, including eventual pointe work. This class is a necessary prerequisite of Ballet V and Pre-Pointe.
THIS CLASS MEETS TWICE A WEEK:
Mondays 6-7pm AND Thursdays 6-7pm
* THIS CLASS IS CURRENTLY FULL. PLEASE REGISTER ONLINE TO BE PLACED ON A WAIT LIST.
BALLET V
Technical ballet instruction, including advanced barre work, centre work, adagio, petite allgro, grand allegro, and turns. 4+ yrs ballet experience is recommended. Students in this class are encouraged to enroll in either Pre-Pointe or Pointe, depending on the instructor's recommendation, and are also encouraged to enroll in a non-ballet class to ensure a well-rounded dance education.
THIS CLASS MEETS TWICE A WEEK:
Mondays 7-8pm AND Thursdays 7-8pm
* THIS CLASS HAS ONLY TWO AVAILABLE SPOTS LEFT. *
PRE/POINTE
Half-hour class specializing in prearing the feet, core, and ankles for pointe. Barre and some centre/floor work utillizing therabands.
TEACHER RECOMMENDATION AND CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT IN BALLET V IS REQUIRED.
Mondays and Thursdays, 8pm - 8:30pm
POINTE
Half-hour class specializing in the correct execution of pointe work, and technical and artistic ballet mastery.
RECOMMENDATION AND CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT IN BALLET II IS REQUIRED.
Mondays and Thursdays, 8pm - 8:30pm
HIP HOP I
High-energy, fun-filled class taught by a member of the Western Washington University Hip Hop Dance Team. Teaches beginner-level contemporary/urban dance with appropriate choreography and music.
Mondays 5-6pm
* THIS CLASS IS CURRENTLY FULL. PLEASE REGISTER LINLINE TO BE PLACED ON A WAITLIST.
HIP HOP II (A)
This class is geared toward students with at least one to two years of previous Hip Hop dance experience. Please speak with Miss Marissa to see if your student will qualify prior to enrolling.
Mondays 7-8pm
* THIS CLASS IS CURRENTLY FULL. PLEASE REGISTER ONLINE TO BE PLACED ON A WAITING LIST.
HIP HOP II(B)
This class is geared toward students with at least one to two years of previous Hip Hop dance experience. Please speak with Miss Marissa to see if your student will qualify prior to enrolling.
Thursdays 7-8pm
* THIS CLASS IS CURRENTLY FULL. PLEASE CONTACT CDA OR REGISTER ONLINE TO BE PLACED ON A WAITING LIST.
BOY'S HIP HOP
We've heard from many parents that their sons are interested in exploring Hip Hop, but feel a bit self-concious in a classroom with more experienced female dancers. Therefore, we've decided to make a class just for the boys! This course will explore style, placement, tricks, combinations, footwork, and of course, the fun and exciting world of Hip Hop dance.
Thursdays 4-5pm
HIP HOP III
More technical/advanced dance instruction with Hip Hop teacher extraordinaire, Marissa Wenner. Exlores contemporary/urban dance with appropriate choreography and musical selections.
Mondays 6-7pm
JAZZ I
Introductory Jazz class, focusing on basic technique and skill. A fun class with high-energy choreography and music.
Wed. 5-6pm
* CURRENTLY, THERE ARE ONLIY 2 SPOTS STILL AVAILABLE IN THIS CLASS. PLEASE REGISTER QUICKLY. *
JAZZ II
More advanced Jazz class, focusing on musicality, technical dance mastery, and stylistic movement. A great class for those with some prior dance experience.
Wed. 7-8pm
TAP I
Students will learn to master basic tap steps in single version, and learn to combine those steps in short, choreographed routines. This class will emphasize correct leg and body placement, and the importance of making distinct sounds with our shoes. Tap terminology, basic stage direction, and the concept of musicality will also be introduced. No dance experience is required.
Thursdays, 4-5pm
* CURRENTLY, THERE ARE ONLY 3 SPOTS STILL AVAILABLE IN THIS CLASS. PLEASE REGISTER QUICKLY.
TAP II
A rapidly progressing introduction to tap steps in single, double and triple version, and basic turns and leaps. This class will emphasize clarity of sound, precision of body placement, and uniformity of movement. Students will learn tap terminology and stage direction. Students will also learn to choreograph and perform short combinations for peer and instructor comment. Previous dance experience is required.
Thursdays, 5-6pm
LYRICAL I
Lyrical combines the beauty of ballet-based technique with the modern elements of jazz and contemporary music. Students should have some dance background, preferrably some basic ballet.
Wed. 6-7pm
*THIS CLASS IS CURRENTLY FULL. PLEASE REGISTER ONLINE TO BE PLACED ON THE WAIT LIST.
LYRICAL II
A more technically advanced Lyrical class, concentrating on correct execution of Lyrical movement along with emotionality and expressiveness. Students should have 2+ years of ballet or lyrical experience.
Wed. 6-7pm
* CURRENTLY, THERE IS ONLY ONE SPOT STILL AVAILABLE IN THIS CLASS. PLEASE REGISTER QUICKLY. *
PERFORMANCE CLASS
An hour-long class focused on choreographing and perfecting individualized pieces for competition and performance. Prior dance experiencce required, along with a teacher invitation.
Thurs. 6-7pm
* CURRENTLY, THERE IS ONLY ONE SPOT STILL AVAILABLE IN THIS CLASS. PLEASE SPEAK TO INSTRUCTOR PRIOR TO ENROLLING. *
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