Summer Classes
Classes for our summer semester run July 5 through August 29, 2010. To register, please see fill out the Enrollment Form and review our policies and procedures.
Young Children's Preparatory Division
Youth Division
Teen Division
Pre-Professional Division
Adult Division
Conditioning
Check out our daily class schedules to see what classes are being offered on a particular day!
YOUNG CHILDREN's DIVISION
CREATIVE MOVEMENT (Ages 3-4) Must be 3 by January 1, 2010. No make ups for this level.
(Students must be toilet trained. Parent/caregiver must remain on premises during class.)
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO.
M 4:45-5:30 PM $136 1
Sa 9:00-9:45 AM $136 2
PRE-BALLET I (Ages 4 – 5)
This class continues the introduction of dance and movement as a form of self-expression.
Additional rhythmic steps and basic ballet positions are introduced using imagery and music as
creative tools for the development of confident movement. Sequential movement patterns, simple
counting skills and spatial awareness are developed as the session continues.
Young dancers continue to learn classroom etiquette and healthy group socialization.
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO.
W 4:45-5:30 PM $136 3
Sa 11:00-11:45 AM $136 4
PRE-BALLET II (Ages 5 – 6)
This class prepares the young dancer for the more structured ballet class.
Still focusing on creativity and self expression the curriculum incorporates more advanced movement patterns,
counting skills and basic ballet positions and terminology. Musicality and posture awareness is encouraged and developed.
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO.
Sa 10:00-10:45 AM $136 5
Su 1:15-2:00 PM $136 6
BALLET I (Ages 6 – 7)
The curriculum for this level is structured around the Royal Academy of Dance Primary syllabus.
Skirts for the girls are provided by The Center. Students become acquainted with the basic structure of a
classical ballet class. Simple ballet steps, along with age-appropriate terminology and imagery are introduced.
As children learn more complicated movement patterns, they increase their muscle awareness, strength, and flexibility.
Students learn longer dance sequences that encourage artistry and performance skills, confidence and self-esteem.
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO.
M 5:30-6:30 PM $136 7
Sa 9:00-10:00 AM $136 8
Su 2:15-3:15 PM $136 9
BALLET II (Ages 7 - 8)
The curriculum for this level is structured around the Royal Academy of Dance Grade 1 syllabus.
The young dancer is introduced to barre exercises as the study of basic ballet terminology and placement continues.
Beginning Ballet I concepts are reinforced and refined as the young dancer continues to learn new steps and exercises,
further developing the student's sense of oneself as a dancer. Students will also study simple character dance steps
and will require character shoes. Character skirts for the girls will be provided by the Center.
Students who successfully complete this level are invited to join the Junior Division.
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO.
W 5:30-6:30 PM $136 10
Sa 10:00-11:00 AM $136 11
YOGA FOR KIDS ~ NEW! (Ages 5-8)
Yoga is the oldest form of physical fitness in the world and children come into the world as natural yogis,
with flexible muscles & pliable joints. Yoga encourages kids to explore their natural flexibility and to
become stronger through functional movement using their own body weight. This fun class combines yoga and play,
using mindful movement, breathwork, games, animal poses, visualization & relaxation techniques.
Your child will express creativity & imagination, improve concentration & focus, learn to relax, and
build self-esteem in a nurturing, non-competitive environment. Yoga for Kids is a great cross-training
activity for dancers & gymnasts, as well as a fun & effective stand-alone activity.
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO.
Th 4:30-5:30 PM $136 12
PRE-PROFESSIONAL BALLET PROGRAM
During the summer semester we encourage all of our Junior and Senior Division students to participate in our Intensive Ballet workshops (listed on page 13). When these workshops are not in session Senior and Conservatory Division students may take adult division classes. Junior Division afternoon and weekend classes are listed below. Regular scheduling will resume in the new school year. New students for the summer session and the 09 – 10 school year, should contact Nancie Woods at nwoods@BalletNova.org to schedule an audition.
JUNIOR DIVISION I / II (Ages 8 and up)
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO.
Sa 11:30AM-12:30PM $136 50
JUNIOR DIVISION III / IV (Ages 10 and up)
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO.
W 4:30-6:00 PM $136 51
YOUTH DIVISION
Designed for Youth Students (Ages 8-12) who want to experience the fitness benefits, artistic expression, and
enjoyment of ballet and other forms of dance.
JAZZ II / III (Ages 9 and up)
Classic jazz style and technique for students with at least 1 year of dance experience. A strong warm-up is followed
by longer, more complicated combinations.
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO.
Tu 5:00-6:00 PM $136 18
HIP HOP I / II (Ages Ages 8 and up)
Hip Hop technique, introducing students to basic hip hop movement and rhythm. A full warm-up is followed by
simple combinations.
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO.
Tu 6:00-7:00 PM $136 20
TAP I (Ages 6 and up)
An introductory course, no prior experience is required. Technique and form along with good posture are emphasized.
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO.
Th 5:00-6:00 PM $136 21
TEEN DIVISION
Designed for Teens (Ages 13-16) who want to experience the fitness benefits, artistic expression, and enjoyment of dance.
BALLET I
This class is designed for older children who are new, or relatively new, to ballet.
Students will be taught basic ballet positions, terminology and vocabulary.
The class will begin with basic barre work and progress to center floor exercises.
Stretching and strengthening sequences will also be taught for home practice.
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO.
W 6:45-7:45 PM $136 25
JAZZ / Hip Hop I
Different styles and technique for beginners – this is an introductory course and no experience is required.
This class introduces students to basic jazz and hip hop technique, with a full warm-up followed by simple combinations.
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO.
Th 5:45-6:45 PM $136 27
ADULT DIVISION
BALLET BASIC BEGINNING I
These classes are designed for the complete beginner! Instruction on alignment and posture will be
emphasized as well as body, feet, and arm positions. Ballet positions, terminology and vocabulary
will be taught as the class progresses. Students will begin with simple barre exercises for warm-up and
basic center floor combinations. Small jumps and traveling steps will be introduced as the semester progresses.
Stretch and strengthening exercises will also be taught for students to practice at home. Students are encouraged to
enroll for this level so as to benefit from the progression of the course
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO. INSTRUCTOR
Sa 9:00-10:15 AM $136 100 Doherty
Su 2:15-3:30 PM $136 101 Walsh
BALLET I
This elementary class is intended for the ballet student that is not a complete beginner of Basic Ballet
who knows the basics and is ready to progress.
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO. INSTRUCTOR
Tu 6:15-7:30 PM $136 102 Walsh
Th 7:30-8:45 PM $136 103 Rubin
BALLET I / II
This class is intended for the ballet student that is not a complete beginner of Basic Ballet who knows the basics
and is ready to progress.
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO. INSTRUCTOR
Sa 10:15-11:30 AM $136 104 Doherty
BALLET II
This elementary class is intended for the ballet student with at least 2 semesters of Basic Ballet who knows
the basics and is ready to progress to a faster-paced class.
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO. INSTRUCTOR
M 11:45AM-1:00 PM $136 105 Perez-Rowe
M 6:45-8:00 PM $136 106 Wunder
W 7:45-9:00 PM $136 107 Perez-Rowe
Th 12:00-1:15 PM $136 108 Burstein
Th 6:15-7:30 PM $136 109 Perez-Rowe
F 11:45AM-1:00 PM $136 110 Perez-Rowe
Su 11:30AM-12:45PM $136 111 Walsh
BALLET II and up – Pointe Class
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO. INSTRUCTOR
Sa 12:45-1:45 PM $136 126 Perez-Rowe
BALLET III
This lower intermediate class is for students with a good knowledge of the basics and ability to do a full ballet class.
A complete barre will be given followed by a center floor structure with an adage, turn preparations and simple pirouettes,
petit allegro, and medium jump combinations across the floor.
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO. INSTRUCTOR
M 7:30-9:00 PM $136 112 Walsh
Tu 11:45 AM-1:00PM $136 113 Doherty
W 11:45 AM-1:00PM $136 114 Williams
W 7:30-9:00 PM $136 115 Wunder
Sa 11:30 AM-12:45PM $136 116 Perez-Rowe
BALLET INTERMEDIATE and up
This fast paced class full ballet class for is for high intermediate and advanced dancers. An excellent class for
professional dancers, teachers and college students.
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO. INSTRUCTOR
M 10:00-11:30 AM $136 117 Perez-Rowe
Tu 10:00-11:30 AM $136 118 Doherty
Tu 7:30-9:00 PM $136 119 Walsh
W 10:00-11:30 AM $136 120 Williams
Th 10:00-11:30 AM $136 121 Cuff
Th 7:30-9:00 PM $136 122 Perez-Rowe
F 10:00-11:30 AM $136 123 Perez-Rowe
Sa 10:00-11:30 AM $136 124 Perez-Rowe
Su 10:00-11:30 AM $136 125 Walsh
Classes are classic style. Technique and form along with good posture are emphasized.
Routines are developed throughout the semester.
TAP I
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO. INSTRUCTOR
Th 7:00-8:00 PM $136 137 Stephanson
JAZZ I / II
Introduces students to jazz technique. A full warm-up is given incorporating ab work and stretching followed by combinations.
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO. INSTRUCTOR
Th 6:45-7:45 PM $136 130 Tuck
JAZZ III
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO. INSTRUCTOR
Th 7:45-9:00 PM $136 131 Tuck
JAZZ INTERMEDIATE and up
For dancers with strong experience in jazz, ballet, or modern dance.
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO. INSTRUCTOR
M 8:15-9:30 PM $136 132 Haughn
BROADWAY THEATER DANCE – Level III and up (16 AND UP)
This class features a technique warm-up combining ballet and classic jazz followed by traveling
combinations with choreography. This class is designed for low intermediate students and above
who wish to improve their theatrical skills and get a terrific workout.
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO. INSTRUCTOR
W 6:45-8:15 PM $136 129 Watson
HIP HOP I
Some beginning dance experience is recommended but not required.
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO. INSTRUCTOR
M 7:00-8:00 PM $136 133 Tuck
HIP HOP II / III
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO. INSTRUCTOR
M 8:00-9:00 PM $136 134 Tuck
Contemporary modern dance developed as a response to the restrictions of the classical ballet vocabulary.
Our program teaches modern technique based on the styles of Graham, Cunningham, Taylor and Horton
as well as the individual choreographic styles of the instructor
MODERN – INTERMEDIATE
For dancers with strong experience. This class incorporates a strong technique warm up followed by choreography.
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO. INSTRUCTOR
M 7:00-8:15 PM $136 136 Haughn
Exercise and body awareness classes for dancers and non dancers alike.
• Strengthen your core
• Improve your posture
• Lengthen and shape your muscles
• Relieve stress
We have a very limited supply of mats. Please bring your own if possible.
BALLET CARDIO AND STRETCH
Fusing the principals of cardio, stretch and strength conditioning with the elegance and beauty of ballet, these program classes provide a low-impact but effective series of movements that target the entire body. The result is improved posture, stability, core strength, overall toning plus the grace and poise of a dancer. Following a 45 minute cardio, stretch and strength workout, participants complete the session by moving gracefully and
fluidly through a choreographed dance routine, enjoying and dancing their way to a dancer's body. Ballet experience is recommended but not required!
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO. INSTRUCTOR
W 6:30-7:30 PM $136 127 Wunder
Su 12:00-1:00 PM $136 128 Wunder
PILATES I / II
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO. INSTRUCTOR
M 6:00-7:00 PM $136 143 Haughn
PILATES II and up with props
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO. INSTRUCTOR
Tu 12:00-1:00 PM $136 144 Foreman
Su 4:00-5:00 PM $136 145 Foreman
FLOOR BARRE
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO. INSTRUCTOR
Th 6:30-7:30 PM $136 142 Rubin
CORE AND STRETCH
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO. INSTRUCTOR
Th 6:30-7:30 PM $136 146- Str/Cond Dennis
Sa 8:00-9:30 AM $136 147 - Stretch Lewis
Su 1:00-2:15 PM $136 148 - Yoga Walsh
Feldenkrais® Method
The Feldenkrais Method focuses on the relationship between movement and thought, increased mental awareness and creativity accompany physical improvements.
DAY TIME TUITION CLASS NO. INSTRUCTOR
Sa 9:00-10:00 AM $136 141 McHugh
