CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

Julie’s Dance Studio, Ltd. promotes a diverse dance experience, believing that our students can best develop as dancers and as socialized, cultured people by studying a broad range of dance forms. Therefore, our curriculum is based on a progressive series of both combination and specialty classes.

Mommy & Me (25 minutes/Ballet & Creative Movement): Ages 2 ½ - 3 ½. With mommy along for the ride, our budding ballerinas are working towards dance independence in preparation for dancing “solo” in an upcoming season. We will explore dance through fun and creative songs with easy to learn lyrics and movements. This class is held in 3 or 4 class series and can be repeated multiple times.

Fantasy Ballet Series (30 minutes/Ballet & Creative Movement): Ages 3-6. One of our most popular Preschool and Primary series classes! Our young dancers will transform into ballerina princesses and ballerina fairies as they swirl and twirl in their finest regalia. With the use of costumes and props we explore the magical world of our favorite princesses while we build ballet skills through creative movement, rhythm, expression and imagination. This class is held in 3 or 4 class series and can be repeated multiple times.

Preschool Classes (30 minutes/Ballet & Creative Movement): Ages 3-4. Our outstanding preschool program is based on a fun, well-organized atmosphere. Although our preschoolers learn many important skills to help their physical development and coordination, our primary goal is to teach them how to learn. Using age-appropriate songs and dances, we build on the preschooler’s natural love of music and movement, providing a nurturing, stimulating, yet structured classroom specifically designed for dancers of this age. The preschool class consists of a happy blend of songs and dances, pre-ballet and creative movement.

Preschool Combo Class (45 minutes/Ballet & Tap Combo Class): Ages 3-4. Along with the class description above we also incorporate tap into our combo classes. Born in the United States in the 1830’s, this lively, rhythmic tapping makes the student not just a dancer but a percussionist as well. Tapping helps to build fun, fine motor coordination skills, rhythm control, rhythm movements and aerobic fitness as well.

Primary Classes (30 minute Ballet / 45 minute Ballet &Tap Combo Class): These classes are designed for students in the early elementary grades. Tap is added for our combo classes as we continue to work on fine-motor coordination skills. Along with continuing the fundamentals of ballet, our goal is to develop a positive attitude toward dance and toward learning. We create a fun and exciting environment as we stretch our bodies, add to dance skills, and increase our attention spans, building each year to create a foundation of strength, grace, and self-expression. Students this age may also enroll in separate classes in acro-tumbling and beginner hip-hop.

Intermediate Classes (45 or 60 minute Ballet, Tap/Jazz Combo, or Ballet/ Tap/ Jazz Combo Class): Classes are for students in the upper levels of elementary school. Here they continue to build a solid foundation in ballet and tap with additional work in jazz.

As their class work becomes more demanding, we motivate our students with an enthusiastic spirit and joy for learning. Gradually learning more technique, their confidence increases as they develop mastery over the fundamentals of many dance steps and styles. Intermediate combination classes consist of ballet, tap and jazz. Students this age may also enroll in separate classes in acro-tumbling, hip-hop, lyrical dance and pre-pointe. Pre-pointe eligibility is determined by the director.

Junior Performing Arts Classes (75 minutes Tap, Jazz and Production Class):

Grades 7 & 8. Classes are for students in junior high school. Jazz and production work become a more important part of their class, as does emphasis on developing a “performance personality.” It is during these transitional years that dance can have a great impact in developing confidence, grace, and discipline, as well as skills that give them an increased advantage in participating in school activities such as swing choir, chorus, cheerleading, drill team, drama, marching band, and sports. Junior PA classes consist of ballet or pointe, tap & jazz combo classes, with many of our juniors also enrolling in separate classes in acro-tumbling, lyrical, and hip-hop.

Senior Performing Arts Classes I & II: Classes are designed for senior high school students. Our most advanced dancers strive to reach their potential as their confidence soars as performing artists. Our less-experienced seniors can enjoy the sophistication and excitement of our senior program as they begin or continue to develop a strong dance foundation. All of our seniors experience the excitement and magic of dance as they gain the confidence and skills that enable them to become leaders in their high school activities. Senior PA classes included ballet or pointe, tap and jazz, production, with many of our seniors also enrolling in separate classes in acro-tumbling, hip-hop and lyrical.

The Boys Club: Our “BOYS ONLY” classes receive enthusiastic response by our families, as well as our dancers. The Boys Club builds fun, muscle control, fine motor coordination, rhythm control, rhythm movements, flexibility and aerobic fitness through tap and basic tumbling.

Acro-tumbling: Acrobatics combines the skills and fun of tumbling with the grace and coordination of dance. We offer acrobatics and tiny-tumblers to students ages 4-18 at beginning to advanced levels.

Hip-Hop: Hip-Hop is an extremely popular and authentic dance style often utilized by choreographers in the video dance and music industry. Hip-Hop builds muscular strength and control, rhythm, and physical fitness through energetic music. Please note: All songs are screened to ensure the lyrics are appropriate for our dancers. Classes are available to all students ages 6-18.

Lyrical: Lyrical dance blends the grace of ballet, the expression of modern, and the musicality of jazz into a beautiful dance style for students who want to increase their self-expression and technique. Classes are available to students who are in the fourth grade or above.

Pointe and Pre-Pointe Classes: Are available at the beginner through advanced levels to students who are in at least the fourth grade and who have at least three years of combination class or ballet. Beginners start with pre-pointe, developing their ankle strength and technique. As they gain skill, they progress to pointe class. Although “being a ballerina” is the dream of many young dancers, pointe work requires ankle strength, excellent technique and lots of practice!

Ballroom Dance:

“Dance is poetry written for the feet, read by the heart, and destined for the soul.” Adrienne Hughes

The basics of Fox Trot, Waltz, Cha Cha, Rumba, Tango are taught in this series of classes. No previous experience is necessary. No dance partner is needed. Classes are taught in a 2,3 or 4-lesson series and can be repeated several times. Ballroom classes are offered throughout various times of the dance season. An informational flyer will be sent home with your child with upcoming dates.

Student Demonstrators

Student demonstrators are often used in our children’s classes to give our older dancers a chance to serve as examples and role models for younger students. Student demonstrating is an excellent opportunity to enhance both leadership skills and dance ability. Interested students must be in grade 5 and above, have studied a minimum of ballet, tap and jazz disciplines. Potential student demonstrators must also maintain parental standards in both schoolwork and family responsibilities. Interested students can apply for a position as a student demonstrator by stopping by the JDS office and filling out an application.

2009 “Spring Into Summer” Class Descriptions 

Mom & Me- In this class your budding ballerina is working towards dance independence so she is ready to dance “solo” in the upcoming sessions. With mommy along for the ride we will explore dance through fun and creative songs with easy to learn lyrics and movements. Leotard, tights, and ballet slippers are preferred for dancers, while mommies may wear comfortable clothing.  

Fantasy Princess Ballet  -  This is one of our most popular preschool series classes!  With the use of costumes and props (provided), we explore the magical world of our favorite princesses while we build ballet skills through creative movement, rhythm, expression, and imagination.  Leotard, tights, and ballet slippers recommended.  

Beginner Ballet- In this class, dancers will be introduced to the fundamentals of ballet through fun and creative songs and dances. Dancers will also receive an introduction to ballet barre exercises. Leotard, tights, and ballet shoes required.   

Beginner Tap - In this class we will begin to cover important basic skills of tap through bar and center exercises. Tapping is a fun way to help build rhythm control and movement, as well as fine motor coordination. This is also the perfect class for dancers interested in joining a ballet/tap combo class next dance season!  Tap shoes required. 

“Brushin’ Up” Ballet/Tap  Combo - This class is designed for those students who have taken a dance “break” and are hoping  to return to dance this fall, or who are new to the area and our studio. This combo class is also great for current JDS dancers who are striving for that next level and would like to work on their technique in these disciplines. Leotard, tights, ballet and tap shoes required. 

“Pop Star” Jazz - In this class series we will learn jazz choreography set to the music of today’s most popular pop star princess!

Dance clothing and jazz shoes preferred. Shoes that have not been worn outside are required. Street shoes are prohibited in all dance rooms. 

Leaps, Tricks, & Turns - In this specialty class, dancers will focus on proper technique for dance “tricks” such as turns (pirouettes, piques, fouettes, axels, etc.) and leaps (split leaps, side leaps, switch leaps, stag leaps, etc.)   This class is only recommended for students with advanced intermediate to advanced level dance training.    School dance team members are also welcome!  

Tiny Tumblers-  This class will give our tiny ones a chance to “show their stuff” as they learn the basic skills and techniques needed for tumbling- such as forward rolls, crab walks, log rolls and so much more!   

Acro-tumbling-   Beginner  &  Intermediate-  In these classes, students will learn skills such as those used in “floor” gymnastics. Beginners will be working on somersaults, cartwheels, and handstands- learning the proper technique for each of these skills. Intermediate tumblers will work on the more advanced skills such as backbends, front and back walkovers, and other skills. Leotards and shorts are recommended.  

Jr, Hi / H. S.  Ballet- This class emphasizes the development of classical ballet skills, with a focus on proper placement and alignment. In addition, students will learn ballet vocabulary through barre and center work while building strength and flexibility. Leotard, tights, and ballet slippers required.  

Hip-Hop-   In these classes we will learn high-energy, cutting-edge choreography as seen in some of the dance and music industry’s hottest venues. Comfortable clothing and a pair of shoes that are not worn outside are required. Street shoes are prohibited in all dance rooms.

PLEASE NOTE: All music and lyrics used are screened in advance to ensure they are appropriate for our dancers. 
 
 
 

CLASSES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT DIRECTOR’S DISCRETION.  MINIMUM CLASS ENROLLMENT MUST BE MET. 

2009 “Spring Into Summer” Class Schedule 

TUESDAYS ………. 5:30-6:00pm      Fantasy Princess Ballet   

      3 - 4 yr. olds

              6:05-6:30pm      Beginner Tap       

      4 ½ - 6 yr. olds

                            6:30-7:00pm     “Pop Star” Jazz     

      6 - 8 yr. olds

                  7:00-9:00pm     “The Nutcracker- All Jazzed Up!” 

      Cast Rehearsals   (Details TBA) 
 
 

WEDNESDAYS…... 3:30-4:15pm       Adult Stretch & Tap Class

                4:15- 5:15pm      “The Nutcracker- All Jazzed Up!”

     Leads,  Soloists, Duets (Details TBA)                                                        

                     5:30-6:05pm      “Brushin’ Up”

       Ballet/Tap  Combo    

                                     Inter. - Adv. Inter.   

      Ages 7-9 yr. olds

                     6:10-6:55pm       Leaps, Tricks,&Turns     

                                                         Adv. Intermediate - Advanced     

          Ages 10 & older

                             7:00-9:00pm      “The Nutcracker- All Jazzed Up!” 

      Cast Rehearsals (Details TBA)              

THURSDAYS…….. 5:00-5:25pm       Tiny Tumblers  

      3-5 yr. olds

                               5:30-6:10pm       Acro-tumbling    

      Beginner All Ages

                               5:30-5:55pm       Mommy & Me    

      2 ½- 3 ½ yr. olds 

                               6:00-6:25pm       Beginner Ballet   

      5-6 yr. olds           

                               6:15-6:55pm       Acro-tumbling   

      Intermediate All Ages 

                          6:25-7:10pm       Intermediate Ballet   

      Jr. High / High School

               7:00-7:40pm       Hip-Hop   

      7-9 yr. olds 

                             7:45-8:25pm       Hip-Hop   

      Ages 10 & older

                             7:15-9:00pm       “The Nutcracker- All Jazzed Up!” 

TUITION DETAILS 

Register and pay on or before May 8^th, 2009 to receive an Early Tuition Discount (ETD).

25 min. classes =  $35 ETD  / $38 after May 8^th

35 min.  classes =  $43 ETD / $46 after May 8^th

30 min. classes =  $39 ETD / $42 after May 8^th

40 min.  classes = $47 ETD / $50 after May 8^th

45 min. classes = $51 ETD/  $55 after May 8^th 
 
 

REGISTRATION AND CONTACT INFO: 

Julie’s Dance Studio, Ltd. 

1234 N. Main St.  

Bowling Green, OH 43402

(419) 353-5030    

missjulie@juliesdancestudio.com