Dance & Fitness Classes, Combination Dances at Fine Arts Association

The Fine Arts dance program allows students to enter at any level and/or style appropriate to both ability and age. Students new to Fine Arts with previous study in dance will be scheduled in a placement class by appointment with the teacher. Students will be evaluated annually to continue proper placement in a challenging class setting.

As a young dancer, a student is offered creative movement and ballet/tap combination classes which provide a basic foundation of dance terminology and movements. Through using familiar locomotor and non-locomotor steps, students will develop increased coordination and spatial awareness.

Dance Experience I and II provide the novice dance student with three different styles: ballet, tap and an introduction to jazz.

After studying at these levels, it is typical for a student to continue their dance education in either classical ballet, tap or jazz. Serious dancers should consider pursuing study in all three styles as the demands of the profession require versatility. For tap, jazz and modern students, parallel study in ballet is stronglyrecommended as dancers refine placement/alignment while performing demanding stylized choreography.

Students studying in the upper levels will develop technical proficiency, style and performance qualities as they are challenged by advanced vocabulary and complex combinations.

All dance classes are progressive and continue for the full school year (September through June). Most dance classes participate in the Annual Dance Recital. The youngest dance classes participate in an informal Sharing Day.*

The FAA Annual Dance Recital will be held on Friday, June 22, 2012 at 7:00 pm and Saturday, June 23, 2012 at 2:00 pm in the Andrews Osborne Academy auditorium. Additional information about the dance recital will be distributed through individual Dance faculty during the 2011/2012 year.

The Beginning Pre-Ballet/Tap (ages 3-4) and Pre-Ballet I (4-6) classes participate in a Sharing Day in the Spring 2012 session that will be held in the Andrews Osborne Academy auditorium on Saturday, June 23, 2012 at 10:30 am.

Beginning & End Dates for 2012 Spring Classes and Lessons (18 wk classes)

Class Day	Beginning & End Dates	Make-up Date*
Monday	January 30-June 4	June 11
Tuesday	January 31-May 29	June 5
Wednesday	February 1-June 6	June 13
Thursday	February 2-June 7	June 14
Friday	February 3-June 8	June 15
Saturday	February 4-June 9	June 16

Beginning & End Dates for 2012 Summer Classes and Lessons

Class Day	Beginning & End Dates	Make-up Date*
Monday	June 25-July 30	August 6
Tuesday	June 26-July 31	August 7
Wednesday	June 27-August 8	TBD
Thursday	June 28-August 2	August 9

For classes less than 18 weeks-see individual class descriptions for end dates.
If class beginning dates are later than those noted above, the beginning dates are indicated on the "At a Glance" tables.
*Make-up lessons/classes are given only when the instructor cancels lessons/classes or for inclimate weather or emergency building closures.

Summer Dance Classes at a Glance

Class No.	Monday
DS1211	Creative Preschool Dance (ages 3-5)	3:15-4:00 pm
DS1214	Pre-Ballet/Tap I (ages 4-6)	3:45-4:45 pm
DS1209	Move & Groove! (ages 2½-5 with accompanying adult)	4:00-4:45 pm
DS1212	Beginning Pre-Ballet/Tap (ages 3-4)	4:45-5:30 pm
DS1220	Dance Experience I (ages 6-9)	4:45-6:00 pm
DS1201	Ballet Foundation (ages 7-9)	5:30-6:30 pm
DS1224	FAA Dance Factory, Sr. (ages 8-14)	6:00-7:00 pm
DS1204	Ballet II-III	6:30-7:30 pm
DS1205	Ballet II-III + Pointe	6:30-8:00 pm
DS1218	Continuing Pre-Ballet/Tap (ages 5-7)	7:00-8:00 pm
DS1233	Open Level Pilates (adults & teens, ages 16 & up)	8:00-9:00 pm
DS1231	East Coast Swing (adults & teens, ages 15 & up)	8:00-9:00 pm
	Tuesday
DS1215	Pre-Ballet/Tap I (ages 4-6)	4:15-5:15 pm
DS1230	Tap Tech - Intermediate/Advanced (ages 10 & up)	5:15-6:00 pm
DS1229	Jazz Tech - Intermediate/Advanced (ages 10 & up)	6:00-7:00 pm
DS1225	Modern Dance (ages 10 & up)	7:00-8:00 pm
DS1207	Adult/Teen Ballet (adults & teens, ages 15 & up)	8:00-9:00 pm
	Wednesday
DS1213	Beginning Pre-Ballet/Tap (ages 3-4)	3:15-4:00 pm
DS1221	Dance Experience I (ages 6-9)	3:45-5:00 pm
DS1216	Pre-Ballet/Tap II (ages 4-6)	4:00-5:00 pm
DS1219	Continuing Pre-Ballet/Tap (ages 5-7)	5:00-6:00 pm
DS1204	Ballet II-III	5:45-6:45 pm
DS1205	Ballet II-III + Pointe	5:45-7:15 pm
DS1210	Move & Groove! (ages 2 ½-5 w/accompanying adult)	6:15-7:00 pm
DS1223	Hip Hop I (ages 7-11)	7:00-8:00 pm
DS1206	Ballet IV-V Technique & Pointe	7:15-8:45 pm
DS1228	Hip Hop II (ages 12-18)	8:00-9:00 pm
	Thursday
DS1217	Pre-Ballet/Tap II (ages 4-6)	4:00-5:00 pm
DS1227	Tap Tech Foundation (ages 10 & up)	4:15-5:00 pm
DS1203	Ballet I (ages 8 & up)	5:00-6:00 pm
DS1226	Jazz Tech Foundation (ages 10 & up)	5:00-6:00 pm
DS1202	Ballet Foundation (ages 10-14)	6:00-7:00 pm
DS1222	FAA Dance Factory, Jr. (ages 6-9)	6:00-7:00 pm
DS1224	FAA Dance Factory, Sr. (ages 8-14)	7:00-8:00 pm
DS1208	Adult/Teen Ballet (adults & teens, ages 15 & up)	7:00-8:00 pm
DS1232	Ballroom Dancing (adults)	8:00-9:00 pm

Ballet

The Ballet Program introduces and develops the skills and understanding of ballet technique and cultivates artistic expression and enjoyment of movement. A clearly defined structure allows learning to take place in the context of safe dance practice. The progressive training ensures that steps and skills learned at lower levels prepare for a more complex movement as students progress.

Beginning students with no previous study may enroll in the ballet program starting in the combination classes marked "No previous training required."

Students new to Fine Arts with previous training are scheduled into a placement class by appointment with the teacher. Contact Jeannie Fleming-Gifford, Director of Education at (440) 951-7500 x118 to schedule an appointment. All students are progressed by age, ability and the desired amount of time commitment or class frequency.

Dress requirements:
Females: Black leotard, theatrical pink tights & pink leather ballet slippers. Hair neatly secured off the neck and away from the face.
Males: Black tights, fitted shirt & black leather ballet slippers.

Ballet Foundation (ages 7-9 and 10-14) - Little or no previous training required. Choose one session.
Come learn something new or refine your technique!

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1201 ages 7-9	Monday	5:30-6:30 pm	6 wks	Smith	Main Floor Dance Studio	$63
		DS1202 ages 10-14	Thursday	6:00-7:00 pm	6 wks	Smith	Main Floor Dance Studio	$63

Ballet II-III Plus Pointe - Previous training and instructor permission required. Class meets two times per week. Includes a one hour technique class, plus one-half hour of beginning Pointe

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1205	Monday Wednesday	6:30-8:00 pm 5:45-7:15 pm	6 wks	Smith	Main Floor Dance Studio	$171

Adult/Teen Ballet (adults teens, ages 15 & up) - Little or no previous training required. Choose one session.
This class combines the elements of classical ballet technique, core strengthening and stretching. Dress may be traditional ballet attire or close fitness-type body wear and pink leather ballet shoes.

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1207	Tuesday	8:00-9:00 pm	6 wks	Inman	Main Floor Dance Studio	$63
		DS1208	Thursday	7:00-8:00 pm	6 wks	Smith	Main Floor Dance Studio	$63

Combination & Single Dance Classes

Creative Preschool Dance and Move & Groove dress requirements: Females/Males: Dress children comfortably for creative movement. Formal dancewear not required (though welcome). No jeans or skirts please. Ballet slippers or soft-soled shoes.

Ballet/Tap dress requirements:
Females: Pink tights, pink or black leotard, pink leather ballet slippers, black tap shoes. Hair neatly secured off the neck and away from the face. Males: Black dance pants, fitted shirt, black ballet slippers, black tap shoes.

Tap/Jazz/Modern dress requirements:
Females: Black leotard, pink, black or tan tights or black jazz pants, split sole black jazz oxfords, black flat style tap shoes.
Males: Black dance pants, fitted shirt, split sole black jazz oxfords, black tap shoes.

Move & Groove! (ages 2½-5 with accompanying adult) Choose one session
Do you have a little mover and shaker in your home? Come shake those sillies out in this class designed to support your child in exploring movement in a fun, creative and safe environment. This class is an introduction to dance and provides a great opportunity for parents and their little ones to learn something new together!

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1209	Monday	4:00-4:45 pm	6 wks	Ziegler	Main Floor Dance Studio	$48
		DS1210	Wednesday	6:15-7:00 pm	6 wks	Ziegler	Room 212	$48

Creative Preschool Dance (ages 3-5) - No previous training required.
For children ready to enjoy creative movement for the first time on his/her own. Some pre-ballet instruction is included.

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1211	Monday	3:15-4:00 pm	6 wks	Ziegler	Main Floor Dance Studio	$48

Beginning Pre-Ballet/Tap (ages 3-4) - No previous training required. Choose one session.

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1212	Monday	4:45-5:30 pm	6 wks	Ziegler	Main Floor Dance Studio	$48
		DS1213	Wednesday	3:15-4:00 pm	6 wks	Ziegler	Room 212	$48

Pre-Ballet/Tap I (ages 4-6) - No previous training required. Choose one session.

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1214	Monday	3:45-4:45 pm	6 wks	Inman	Room 212	$63
		DS1215	Tuesday	4:15-5:15 pm	6 wks	Inman	Main Floor Dance Studio	$63

Pre-Ballet/Tap II (ages 4-6) - Previous training required. Choose one session.

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1216	Wednesday	4:00-5:00 pm	6 wks	Ziegler	Room 212	$63
		DS1217	Thursday	4:00-5:00 pm	6 wks	Runyon	Main Floor Dance Studio	$63

Continuing Pre-Ballet/Tap (ages 5-7) - No previous training required. Choose one session.

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1218	Monday	7:00-8:00 pm	6 wks	Inman	Room 212	$63
		DS1219	Wednesday	5:00-6:00 pm	6 wks	Ziegler	Room 212	$63

Dance Experience I (ages 6-9) Ballet/Tap/Jazz No previous training required. Great class for beginners! Choose one session.

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1220	Monday	4:45-6:00 pm	6 wks	Inman	Room 212	$79
		DS1221	Wednesday	3:45-5:00 pm	6 wks	Czekaj	Main Floor Dance Studio	$79

FAA Dance Factory, Jr. (ages 6-9) - Previous experience required.
) New students welcome by audition or teacher recommendation. Contact Jeannie Fleming-Gifford, Director of Education at 440-951-7500 x118 to make an appointment. In this class students learn various choreographic styles and focus on building strong technique.

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1222	Thursday	6:00-7:00 pm	6 wks	Inman	Room 212	$42

FAA Dance Factory, Sr. (ages 8-14) - Previous experience required.
) New students welcome by audition or teacher recommendation. Contact Jeannie Fleming-Gifford, Director of Education at 440-951-7500 x118 to make an appointment. In this class students learn various choreographic styles and focus on building strong technique. Class meets two times per week during the Summer Session.

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1224	Monday Thursday	6:00-7:00 pm 7:00-8:00 pm	6 wks	Inman	Room 212	$84