2011-2012 Schedule

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Monday

 Studio A 4:45-5:30p Creative Movement (3-4 yr) Kim
    5:30-6:45p Ballet/Tap Combo I/II (5-7 yr) Kim
    6:45-7:30p Beg. Jazz (6-8 yr) Kim
    7:30-8:30p Tap II** Kim
  Studio B 5:00-6:00p Beg. Ballet (7-9 yr) Charis
    6:00-7:30p Ballet II/Pre-Pointe**^ Charis
    7:30-8:15p Zumba (8 weeks) Natasha

Tuesday

 Studio A 5:15-6:15p Pre-Ballet (4-5 yr) Kim
    6:15-7:00p Half Pint Hip Hop (5-7 yr) Melissa
    7:15-8:15p Jazz I (7-10 yr) Kim
  Studio B 5:00-6:00p Hip Hop Kids (8-11 yr) Melissa
    6:00-7:15p Ballet I (8-11 yr) Wendy
    7:15-8:15p Hip Hop Teens (12 yr+) Melissa

Wednesday

 Studio A 5:00-6:00p Pom Jr (6-11 yr) Melissa
    6:00-6:45p Tap I (7-11 yr) Kim
    6:45-8:00p Beg. Tap/Jazz Combo (7-11 yr) Kim
  Studio B 4:30-6:00p PRIDE# Kim/Caitlin
    6:00-7:30p Ballet II/III**^ Charis
    7:30-8:30p Adult Ballet Charis

Thursday

 Studio A 6:00-7:00p Jazz III (13 yr+)** Caitlin
    7:00-8:00p Lyrical I (9-12 yr)*** Kim
  Studio B 5:00-6:00p Lyrical II (12 yr+)*** Kim
    6:00-7:00p Jazz II (9-13 yr) 1 yr + exp. Kim
    7:00-8:00p Contemporary (12 yr+)*** Caitlin
    8:00-8:45p Pom Sr (12 yr+)# Caitlin

# Audition required for participation

** Placement determined by instructor

*** Additional enrollment in ballet or jazz required

Inclement Weather/Class Cancellation:

In case of inclement or unsafe weather conditions, please call the studio at 703-594-3223 for a voicemail update on class delays or cancellations. PWDA does not follow Prince William or Fauquier County School inclement weather closings.

Dance Styles

Ballet

Pre-Ballet
This level places emphasis on basic of ballet with age-appropriate technique. The class involves use of props, imaginative dance, locomotor skills.
Beginner
Beginners need to learn proper technique, alignment, flexibility, and vocabulary of dance. Skills include across the floor movements, centre, and basic turns and combinations.
Ballet I
Continuation of fundamentals and technique development and terminology. Succeeding levels of classes will build on mastery of skills. (1-2 years experience)
Ballet II
Ballet experience is required.
Students must demonstrate preparedness, focus, and commitment and must take a minimum of 2 classes/week. Three times a week is strongly recommended especially if Pointe is the desired outcome. Placement is level II or III will be determined by the instructor.
Pre-Pointe/Pointe
Pointe candidates will be evaluated by instructor; must demonstrate body and ankle strength and control. Pointe students must have permission of instructor for class participation.

Jazz

Beginner
Beginners need to learn proper technique, alignment, flexibility, and vocabulary of dance. Skills include across the floor movements, centre, and basic turns and combinations. Jazz = Warm-ups, isolations, combinations, progressions.
Jazz I
Continuation of fundamentals and technique development and terminology. Succeeding levels of classes will build on mastery of skills. (1-2 years experience)
Jazz II, III
For students with dance experience. Students should demonstrate skill achievement and have good understanding of dance vocabulary. This level does not correspond with the number of years of dance, but to mastery of skills. Placement in levels may be determined by instructor evaluation/discretion.

Tap

Beginner
Beginners need to learn proper technique, alignment, flexibility, and vocabulary of dance. Skills include across the floor movements, centre, and basic turns and combinations. Tap = Rhythm, clarity, speed, and basic steps.
Tap I
Continuation of fundamentals and technique development and terminology. Succeeding levels of classes will build on mastery of skills. (1-2 years experience)
Tap II, III
For students with dance experience. Students should demonstrate skill achievement and have good understanding of dance vocabulary. This level does not correspond with the number of years of dance, but to mastery of skills. Placement in levels may be determined by instructor evaluation/discretion.

Contemporary

Combines lyrical, jazz, modern and ballet technique while pushing boundaries and discovering new ways to move your body.

Creative Movement

Young children learn to dance through exploration of movement and rhythm. The class involves use of props, imaginative dance, locomotor skills, fun dances, body awareness and self-expression. Must be potty-trained. Must be able to follow basic directions and separate from mom/dad at the door.

Hip Hop

A contemporary style of movement that combines street dance, urban funk, pop & lock, with an emphasis on rhythm and beat. Think MTV/VH1 music videos and you get the idea!  Experience or participation in ballet/jazz is helpful but not required.

Lyrical

Combines ballet, jazz, and modern styles with emphasis on interpretive/dramatic performance. Requirement: Ballet or jazz enrollment.

Pom

Sharp arm movements with kicks, leaps, jumps, splits and poms. This style is popular with high school dance teams and professional cheerleaders such as the Washington Redskins Cheerleaders. Enrollment in jazz or ballet is recommended for technique.

Turns, Tricks & Technique

Skill driven for students to learn challenging turns, leaps, jumps, strengthening, and stretching activities. Goal is to improve overall dance performance and skill. Motivated dance students only.

Tuition

TRIMESTER CALENDAR:  
TRIMESTER 1 September-December, 2011
TRIMESTER II January-March, 2012
TRIMESTER III April-June, 2012

Hours of Instruction (per week) Trimester (12 weeks) Monthly
45 min - 1 hour $200 $70
1.25 - 1.75 hours $265 $85
2 - 2.75 hours $368 $125
3 - 3.75 hours $500 $170
4 - 4.75 hours $615 $210
5 - 5.75 hours $740 $250
6 hours or more per week - unlimited $800 $268
Private Lessons   $35-65 per hour
Private Small Group (2-4)   $65 per hour
PRIDE/PASSION Competition Teams
**Add to monthly tuition		   Inquire with Director
Solo (up to 12 sessions of .75-1 hour)   $350
Duet/Trio (up to 12 sessions of .75-1 hour)   $450
Zumba 8 week class   $84
Adult Ballet 8 week class   $100

Studio Policies
2011-2012 Registration Form
Credit Card Payment Form
Photo Consent Form

2011-2012 Calendar of Events

Mon, Sept. 12

Wed, Nov. 23 - Sun, Nov. 27

Mon, Nov. 28

Wed, Dec. 21 - Sun, Jan. 2

Mon, Jan. 2

Mon, Feb. 20

Mon, Apr. 2 - Sun, Apr. 8

Mon, Apr. 9

Sat, May 19

Mon, May 29

Fri, June 15

Sat, June 16
Fall Classes Begin

Closed for Thanksgiving Break

Classes resume

Closed for Holiday Break

Classes resume

Closed for Presidents' Day

Closed for Spring Break

Classes resume

Closed for Nokesville Day

Closed for Memorial Day

Dress Rehearsal at Hylton H.S.

Recital at Hylton H.S.
"One dance shoe can change your life."

Prince William Dance Academy
12926 Fitzwater Drive
Nokesville, VA 20181
703-594-3223
Only minutes from Bristow, Vint Hill, Gainesville, Manassas and Warrenton!