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1 Celebrating 39 years of providing excellent dance instruction to the and Communities! (636) EUREKA: 98 LEGENDS PARKWAY #107 FENTON: 2071 BENTLEY PLAZA

This program incorporates basic ballet and tap into age appropriate exercises and games. The use of props such as flowers, ribbons, and scarves help to make learning fun.

Wednesday (Ages 4-5) 10:15-11:00 AM Dress Code To order dancewear go to: WWW.SHOPNIMBLY.

Boys: Athletic wear, Black ballet/jazz shoes, and black oxford tap shoes K - 3 rd Grade Classes Our K-3 rd program is designed to provide students with a more focused learning experience while still

2 (636) EUREKA: 98 LEGENDS PARKWAY #107 FENTON: 2071 BENTLEY PLAZA PreDance Program (Ages 3-6) This class offers an introduction of basic motor skills and coordination for young children. This program incorporates basic ballet and tap into age appropriate exercises and games. The use of props such as flowers, ribbons, and scarves help to make learning fun. PreDance Level 1 Monday 5:15-6:00 PM Monday 5:30-6:15 PM Tuesday 4:30-5:15 PM Wednesday (Ages 2-3) 9:30-10:15 AM PreDance Level 2 Monday 6:00-6:45 PM Wednesday 6:00-6:45 PM Tuesday 10:15 11:00 AM Wednesday (Ages 4-5) 10:15-11:00 AM Dress Code To order dancewear go to: Girls: Dance attire: Leotard, tights, hair in ponytail or bun, pink ballet shoes, and TAN tap shoes - Tutus and skirts are acceptable. Boys: Athletic wear, Black ballet/jazz shoes, and black oxford tap shoes K - 3 rd Grade Classes Our K-3 rd program is designed to provide students with a more focused learning experience while still having fun. Our combination classes allow dancers the opportunity to develop their ballet, tap techniques, and jazz techniques. While giving them the opportunity to explore and develop their passion for dance. Dance 1 (Grade K- 1) Monday 5:15-6:15 PM Wednesday 5:15-6:15 PM Dance 1-2 (Grades 1-2) Dance 2 (Grades 3-4) Monday 6:45-8:00 PM Hip Hop/Poms 1 Wednesday 6:15-7:00 PM Tuesday 5:15-6:15 PM Wednesday 5:15-6:15 PM Wednesday 6:45-8:00 PM Tuesday 6:15-7:00 PM Musical Theater Wednesday 7:00-7:45PM Tuesday 7:00-7:45 PM Dress Code: To order dancewear go to: Girls: Dance Attire: Leotard, tights, hair in ponytail or bun, pink ballet shoes, and TAN tap shoes Jazz: TAN jazz shoes Hip Hop/Poms: Dancewear, hair in ponytail or bun, black jazz shoes(poms), Tennis shoes (Hip Hop) performance shoes TBD

3 4 th 6 th Grade Classes Our 4 th 5 th grade program is designed to provide students with a more focused learning experience while still having fun. Our combination classes allow dancers the opportunity to develop their ballet, tap, and jazz techniques. While giving them the opportunity to explore and develop their passion for dance. Dance 3 (Grades 4-5) : Monday 6:45-8:00 PM Hip Hop/Poms II Thursday 5:45-6:30 PM Musical Theater: Wednesday 7:00-7:45 PM Ballet Technique Saturday 9:00-10:00 AM : Thursday 5:15-6:30 PM Tuesday 6:15-7:00 PM Tuesday 7:00-7:45PM Monday 6:15-7:00PM Corps de Ballet Saturday 10:30-11:15 AM Leaps & Turns Saturday 11:45-12:15 Modern 1 Saturday 1:00-1:45PM Beg/PrePointe: Ask for more information. Dress Code: To order dancewear go to: Girls: Leotard, tights, hair in ponytail or bun, pink ballet shoes, and TAN tap shoes Jazz: TAN jazz shoes Hip Hop/Poms: Dancewear, hair in ponytail or bun, black jazz shoes(poms), Tennis shoes (Hip Hop) performance shoes TBD Boys: Athletic wear, Black ballet/jazz shoes, and black oxford tap shoes (636) EUREKA: 98 LEGENDS PARKWAY #107 FENTON: 2071 BENTLEY PLAZA

by invitation only Dance 5 (High School) : Tuesday 7:15-8:45 PM Hip Hop 3 Thursday 7:00-7:45 PM Jazz/Lyrical Thursday 7:45-8:30 PM Dance Technique Thursday 6:15-7:00 PM : Thursday 7:15-8:30 PM Ballet

4 (636) EUREKA: 98 LEGENDS PARKWAY #107 FENTON: 2071 BENTLEY PLAZA Middle and High School Classes Dance 4 (Middle School) : : (Dance 3-4) Tuesday 5:15-6:30 PM Monday 7:15-8:30 PM Thursday 6:45-7:15 PM * by invitation only Dance 5 (High School) : Tuesday 7:15-8:45 PM Hip Hop 3 Thursday 7:00-7:45 PM Jazz/Lyrical Thursday 7:45-8:30 PM Dance Technique Thursday 6:15-7:00 PM : Thursday 7:15-8:30 PM Ballet Technique Saturday 9:00-10:00 AM Monday 6:15-7:00PM Corps de Ballet Saturday 10:30-11:15 AM Leaps & Turns Saturday 11:45 AM-12:15 PM Modern 1 & 2 Saturday 1:00-1:45PM Beg/PrePointe Saturday 11:15-11:45 AM Pointe Saturday 10:00-10:30 AM Dress Code: To order dancewear go to: Girls: Leotard, tights, hair in ponytail or bun, pink ballet shoes, and TAN tap shoes, Jazz: TAN jazz shoes Hip Hop/Poms: Dancewear, hair in ponytail or bun, black jazz shoes (Poms), Tennis shoes (Hip Hop) TBD Boys: Athletic wear, Black ballet/jazz shoes, and black oxford tap shoes

2018-2019 Registration Handbook www.danceartstudios.com : Legends Corporate Center, 98 Legends Parkway, #107,, MO 63025 636.938.4047 : 2071 Bentley Plaza,, MO 63026 636.825.

5 Registration Handbook : Legends Corporate Center, 98 Legends Parkway, #107,, MO : 2071 Bentley Plaza,, MO Dance Art Dance Studios St. Louis Dear Dance Art Parents, Welcome to Dance Art! We hope you have a wonderful experience at our facilities. We will do everything we can to help your child achieve his/her personal goals. Below is some information that you will need to know. Also, some things you might find interesting! How long are sessions? We do not have sessions. Rather, registration is for the entire 41-week period, from August thru mid-june. Start anytime withdraws anytime, but we require a two-week notice to withdraw from classes. When are payments due? Payments are collected four times a year: Classes begin August 20, 2018 When and how do I pay? The easiest way is to sign up for our free service automatic credit card billing! We can charge your tuition on a Visa, Mastercard, Discover, or American Express. It s EASY, safe, and secure, and you ll never have a late fee. You may also stop in with cash, credit card or check. Due dates will be posted in the studio. WE DO NOT SEND paper statements. Don t forget payments received more than 5 days late are subject to a $10.00 late fee. We also charge a $25.00 fee for checks returned from the bank. What are tuition rates? 1. Upon enrollment 2. October January 15 4 April 15 If you would like to break up your payments even more (10 times a year), the payments will be collected on the following dates: 1. Upon enrollment 2. September October November December January February March April May 15

6 How do I drop a class? Please either or call the studio. We require two week notice. Tuition will continue to be charged to your account until two weeks after a withdrawal form is received. Exception: Medical conditions that are validated by a physician s statement. A credit will be issued with the prorated amount based upon the date we receive the written statement (retroactive requests cannot be granted, as it eliminates our opportunity to fill the vacated class spot). Can I get a refund if my child doesn t like it? Sure, and if it is your child s first class, we will refund all your tuition. After the first class, we issue refunds, provided that you have contacted us in writing and a two-week notice. No refunds for missed classes. Can my child make up a class that he/she missed? Sure!! Just let us know ahead of time so we can make sure there is space available. Can I drop my child off for classes? We are not equipped to supervise children before or after class. Parents of children unable to safely supervise themselves MUST stay onsite and in sight of their child. How long has Dance Art been in business? This is our 38 th year!! Founded in 1979 Is there a dress code? Dancers are expected to come to class dressed, in dance attire (leotard and tights) with hair pulled back or up, and the correct shoes for each discipline. Please no street clothes (ex. T-shirts, jeans, basketball shorts, or pajama bottoms). Please refer to our website: For class specific and ordering instructions. Why do you need my address? This is a must! We send out important information, we will remind you of upcoming events, tuition due dates, and more. Also, we send you photos of our fun events and videos of your child s routines. You don t want to miss this, so please let us know if your address changes! We do not share your address with anyone. About Our Staff Ms. Michelle, Artistic Director & Owner A 20- year veteran with Dance Art has an extensive background in performance and teaching. Ms. Michelle has performed with the Butler Ballet Company and the Des Moines Ballet Company. She has danced roles in The Nutcracker Suite, Cinderella, Coppelia, and The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Other musical theater performances include West Side Story, Peter Pan, and The Pajama Game. Ms. Michelle is also a certified ballroom instructor through Fred Astaire Ballroom where she competed and taught. She attended Butler University for dance performance and arts administration. Ms. Anna, Instructor is a veteran dance instructor. She brings the passion of dance and focus to her her classes. Ms. Anna also teaches our adult fitness classes. We are so excited to have her as part of our Dance Art Family! Miss Annie, Instructor Started dancing at age three and has been trained in ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical and hip hop. She grew up in dancing at Renee Johnson's Dance Studio. She was a part of High School Golden Line for four years where she competed in poms, hip hop, mix, and jazz. From there she attended Missouri State University and was a member on Diamond Girls where she choreographed and danced for the college baseball team, as well as dancing in student and faculty choreographed numbers. Annie graduated in May from Missouri State with a Bachelors of Science in Marketing. Ms. Gayle, instructor began competing as an all-star cheerleader in As a member of the Missouri Baptist University cheerleading team, She competed at NCA, Collegiate National Championship. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Missouri Baptist University. Ms. Gina, Instructor has been teaching dance and gymnastics to children of all ages for over 23 years. She studied Dance at Missouri State University and with Ludmillia Dokoudovsk, Antoni Zalewski, with the St. Louis Ballet. Gina is also the author of The 1st Three Years of Dance: Teaching Tips, Monthly Lesson Plans, and Syllabi for Successful Dance Classes along with other dance related books which are available on Amazon. Ms. Kristen, instructor began dancing at the age of 4 and hasn t stopped since. Professionally, she has danced with St. Louis Dance Theatre, Atrek Dance Collective, Common Thread Contemporary Dance Company and El Monstero. She has worked with many nationally recognized choreographers including Jessica Lang, Uri Sands, Michelle Heffner Hayes and former Joffrey principals Carl Corry and Jerel Hilding. She graduated from the University of Kansas with a Bachelor of Science in Journalism/Strategic Communications and a minor in dance. While at KU, she was a member of its University Dance Company. Kristen first began teaching with Dance Art in 2010, is well-versed in many styles and loves working with all ages. In addition to teaching dance, she is a certified yoga instructor. Miss Jenny, Instructor took her first dance class when she was 5 years old and hasn't stopped since then. She has trained in hip hop, jazz, ballet, tap, modern, Irish Step Dance, and contemporary. She trained at Angie's School of Dance, Heavenly Rhythm, and Rena's Dance Unlimited while growing up in Collinsville, Illinois. While in high school she was a member of the State Champion Collinsville High School Dance Team and choreographed for them. Ms. Jenny attended Missouri State University and graduated with a degree in Organizational Communication and dance minor. While at Missouri State, Ms. Jenny performed in faculty choreographed dance concerts in addition to performing and choreographing for student choreographed dance concerts.

Miss Jessy, Instructor. Ms. Jessy started her dance journey when she was 5 years old. She has trained in ballet, tap, jazz, modern, contemporary, hip hop, and Irish Step Dance.

She performed and choreographed for the Collinsville High School Dance Team and won back to back State Championships. Ms.

7 Miss Jessy, Instructor. Ms. Jessy started her dance journey when she was 5 years old. She has trained in ballet, tap, jazz, modern, contemporary, hip hop, and Irish Step Dance. She trained at Angie's School of Dance, Heavenly Rhythm, and Rena's Dance Unlimited. She performed and choreographed for the Collinsville High School Dance Team and won back to back State Championships. Ms. Jessy graduated from Missouri State University with a degree in Organizational Communication and a minor in dance. Ms. Jessy was also on the Diamond Girls Dance Team in college and served as captain for two years. Ms. Laurie, Instructor. Miss Laurie has danced for over 34 years and has taught for more than 25. She has a degree in Physical Education and a minor in health and is CPR certified. She choreographed and performed in many productions including Cinderella, The Music Man and You re a Good Man, Charlie Brown. She was the captain of her poms squad in college and after college was a featured dancer in the Saloon Show at Silver Dollar City. Laurie also performed with the Sonshine Dance Company in Springfield, MO. Over the years she has taught fitness and aerobics classes and she is certified to teach Zumba and Zumba kids. Her favorite styles of dance are musical theatre, tap and jazz EARN A $20.00 CREDIT! Our best advertising is word of mouth. If you refer a new student to us, we will give you a $20.00 credit!! Make sure your friend gives your name when registering! SNOW CANCELLATION POLICY In case of inclement weather, please call the studio about a half-hour before your scheduled class; check the website ( or our facebook page: Dance Art Dance Studio - St. Louis The decision to close is usually based on local conditions and whether our staff is able to make it to the studio. Please note that we may be open even if area schools are closed. If classes are canceled, you may schedule a make-up class on your own at your own convenience. There are no refunds for snow days. SHOWTIME! Is there a recital? Yes! Dance Art actually has two recitals a year. A mid-year performance in January and our year-end performance in June. Our goal is to provide a fun productions that will entertain everyone. Of course, participation is optional but strongly encouraged. Recital and Costume Fees January Recital and Costume Fees The January show is a low-key performance. It is designed to get everyone up on stage and shoo away the winter-blues. There is no dress rehearsal, costumes are minimal and is a lot of fun. Participation fee is $10 per dancer due with October 15 th tuition. Tickets are sold for $10 for adults and $5 for children (12 and under.) Dancers do not need a ticket. June Recital and Costume Fees June Recital Fee This fee is used to cover expenses incurred to produce our recital such as the auditorium, props, scenery, programs. It includes (8) tickets and a (1) Recital Finale T-Shirt (additional tickets and t-shirts may be purchased.) This is a per family fee of $90. ($10 extra for each additional child) $90 per family due by February 15 th June Recital Costumes Deposit: Due Nov. 15 th $40 per student per costume Payment #2: Due Dec. 15 th 50% of costume balance Payment #3: Due January 15 th Remaining costume balance

: 98 Legends Parkway, #107,, MO 63025 : 2071 Bentley Plaza,, MO 63026 (636) 938-4047 WWW.DANCEARTSTUDIOS.COM REGISTER TODAY!

9:00-11:00 AM CLASSES BEGING: August 20 EUREKA DAY PARADE: September 8 STUDIO CLOSED: Labor Day September 3 Halloween October 31 st Thanksgiving November 22-25 Winter Break

8 : 98 Legends Parkway, #107,, MO : 2071 Bentley Plaza,, MO (636) REGISTER TODAY! Dance Art Calendar OPEN HOUSES: : August 1 6:00-8:00 PM August 4 10:00 AM 2:00 PM August 9 6:00 8:00 PM : July 31 6:00-8:00 PM August 4 10:00 AM - NOON August 9 9:00-11:00 AM CLASSES BEGING: August 20 EUREKA DAY PARADE: September 8 STUDIO CLOSED: Labor Day September 3 Halloween October 31 st Thanksgiving November Winter Break December 23- Jan 1 Classes resume WED., Jan 2 Spring Break March Memorial Day May 28 TREE LIGHTING PERFORMANCE: November 17, 2018 WINTER SHOW: January 12, 2019 (tentative) JUNE RECITAL & DRESS REHEARSAL: June 17-19, 2018

CLASSES Tentative Schedule Updated 6/20/18

- 2019 CLASSES Tentative Schedule Updated 6/20/18 Lucille Murray s Studio of Dance Page 1 of 10 Lucille Murray s Studio of Dance This packet includes our current -2019 dance opportunities. Page 1 of this