Dance Lab - Handbook 2017

2/36 Guelph St, Somerville Vic 3912 ABN# 41 360 547 187 Studio# 5977 6568 Mobile# 0409 276 253 Email - emily.dancelab@gmail.com www.dancelabvic.com.au Dance Lab - Handbook 2017 This handbook contains important information for your child s dancing year. In conjunction with this, you will receive an invoice at the start of each term and a newsletter containing any extra news and information relating specifically to that term. Please check the notice board and emails regularly; as it is up to you to stay informed. Dance Lab encourages a love and passion for dance in a safe, fun and happy environment. We provide training for students of all ages and abilities with fully qualified and professional teachers. Come along and have fun, meet new friends and learn to dance at Dance Lab. Attending classes at Dance Lab helps to develop a number of skills and abilities such as listening, concentration, self-discipline, self-motivation, goal orientation and group participation. Students from Dance Lab in time benefit from being in good physical condition, strength, stamina and flexibility. At Dance Lab the classes run the same as an academic year, students attend classes from February to December. Enrolments are taken throughout the year depending on class sizes. At Dance Lab we are a child safe orgaisation. Curriculum offered at Dance Lab: Cecchetti Classical Ballet Jazz & Tap (S.F.D.) Acrobatics Stretch Preschool Dance Hip-Hop Contemporary Annual Concerts Exams Competitions Private Tuition 1

Dance Lab - Events Calendar 2017 Term 1 Monday 30 th January to Saturday 1 st April No Troupes Saturday 28 th January Due to Australia Day Holiday. Troupe learning days for Term 1 Sunday 12 th February & Sunday 12 th March Labour Day Holiday Monday 13 th March -no classes on the Monday (normal class will run on the Saturday) Somerville Family Day Troupe Performances NOT COMPULSORY Term 2 Tuesday 18 th April Saturday 1 st July No Troupes Saturday 15 th April Due to Easter Holiday ANAZAC Day - Tuesday 25 th April no classes Class Work Showcase at EMC - Sunday in May Date to be Confirmed SFD Jazz/Tap Master Classes Level 3-8 Dance Wold Studio - Dates to be Confirmed Queens Birthday - Monday 12 th June no normal classes (Exam classes will be running) S.F.D. Jazz & Tap Exams End of Term 2 & First 3-4 weeks Term 3 - TBC Term 3 Monday 17 th July Saturday 23 rd September No Troupe Classes Saturday 15 th July due to Dance Off Challenge Troupe learning days for Term 3 TBC Cecchetti July Oct TBC Term 4 Monday 9 th October 22 nd December (TBC depending on concert dates) No Troupe Classes Saturday 7 th October Troupe learning days for Term 4 TBC Melbourne Cup Holiday - Tuesday 7 th November no classes Dress Rehearsal Compulsory, Frankston Arts Centre ALL Students including Mini and Tiny classes Date to be Confirmed, but can fall on a school day, for the past 4 years it has been on a school day. Concert Date Frankston Arts Centre Date to be Confirmed, matinée and evening performance 2

Dance Lab Aims Dance Lab aims to create a balance between developing student s sound technique whilst nurturing intelligent, creative and curious young people. Dance Lab works co-operatively with students, families, teachers, dance schools and dance organisations to encourage and enhance a good standard and reputation for the dance profession. Dance Lab encourages communication to foster an open and honest environment. Dance Lab demonstrates a professional attitude towards dance including punctuality, reliability and teaching to the best of our ability by ensuring appropriate class sizes and a high standard of technique is being taught. Dance Lab uses appropriate and flexible teaching skills to encourage a productive learning environment, including acknowledging any limitations a student may have, and working appropriately to improve or accommodate the need or to recognize a student s potential and offer guidance and encouragement where needed. General Information and DANCE LAB Policies Students at DANCE LAB are expected to; - Attend class regularly; - Behave in a manner appropriate to a group learning environment; - Show respect toward the teachers and other members of the group; - Only attend Dance Lab for dance lessons; - Arrive before the start time for class; - Wear the correct DANCE LAB uniform; - Be neatly groomed with hair in a bun with no fringe for all classes except Hip Hop, ponytail no fringe. - Jewellery is not be worn in class - Don t bring any food with Nuts, Shellfish or Egg, as we have e anaphylactic students attending the school. Parent/Carers at DANCE LAB are expected to; - Notify the school by phoning or emailing if a student will be away; - Check the notice board regularly; - Not to enrol students in other dance schools for general classes we offer; - Not interrupt the teacher/s between or during classes (emergency s excluded). If you would like to make an appointment please phone and leave a message or email; - Will only use the car spaces allocated to DANCE LAB; - Give permission for professional photographs & DVD (concert time only). - Give permission for student s photos and videos to be used and not limited to: social media and print for advertising - All helpers and volunteers are to have current WWCC. Students are not permitted to leave the studio without; - A parent or carer; - Permission of a parent or carer; - The knowledge of a representative of DANCE LAB. Viewing of classes is restricted to; - A new students first class; - Open Days will not be available in 2017, but we will be having an open showcase for class work This will be held at EMC on a Sunday in May date to be confirmed - Prospective students (Prior arrangements must be made with Miss Emily); - Cameras or Video Cameras must not be brought to classes. - ALL PARENTS AND GUESTS MUST SIGN IN AT RECEPTION 3

Dance Lab - Teachers EMILY GRAINGER, PRINCIPAL Member of The Southern Federation of Dance Qualified teacher in The Federation Association of Teachers of Dancing Qualified teacher in Southern Federation of Dance Certificate 3 in Dance 2303AAB Performing Arts Level 2 First Aid Anaphylactic management trained Emily s first involvement with dance began 30 years ago. The first 12 years were spent as an aspiring student while the last 18 have been dedicated to teaching and further study. Emily s training includes Classical Ballet, Neo Classical, Contemporary, Jazz, Tap, Funk, Hip-Hop, Drama, Singing, Acrobatics and Pilates. She completed the full time Performing Arts course at the Dance Factory and has continued to dance professionally for the next 7 years. Her professional experiences include: P&O Cruises as a Pacific Sky Entertainer, Tivoli Theatre Restaurant as a Singer & Dancer, Fruitopia TVC, Neighbours, Promotechnics, Nintendo Pokemon Tour, Blonde The Movie, Conrad & Co. Pantomimes, Dance Encore Pantomimes & Character Connexion- Pantomimes. Emily s students benefit from her attention to detail, strong and distinctive style and the ability to make learning fun. Students under Emily s tuition have received the highest marks in Southern Federation of Dance examinations and worked professional in the dance industry such as The Wiggles. Dance Lab students have been excepted into extension programs such as SCIMM S, Cecchetti Scholar and Dance Prescription, Melbourne City Youth Ballet to name a couple. MISTIE BRAITHWAITE Licentiate of Cecchetti Ballet SFD Association Member Certificate 3 in Dance 2303AAB Performing Arts Level 2 First Aid Anaphylactic management trained COURTNEY ROVERS Licentiate Diploma Teaching Cecchetti SFD Association Member Dance Factory Teaching Qualification Associate Level 3 First Aid Anaphylactic management trained TAYLA THORN Advance 1 certificate Cecchetti Ballet Honours SFD Association Member Anaphylactic management trained and Level 2 First Aid Completed VCE dance 2 year course in Dance Completed Spectrum Full Time Dance School for Diploma in Dance 4

JACKSON JANSEN Completed The Ministry of Dance Fulltime Course Has Worked on Stage, Television and Corporate Area Level 2 First Aid Anaphylactic management trained KYLIE DESTEN ACICB Associate Diploma Cecchetti International Classical Ballet MSFD Member and Examiner for Southern Federation of Dance Fist Aid HLTAID003 Permanent Guest Teachers JACQUI RINALDI NIPA Company Director BRITT KING Vocal Coach NIPA 5

Dance Lab Style s offered and information Cecchetti Classical Ballet Classical ballet is the most important training technique used to assist in dance development. Classical ballet strengthens and improves technique and overall dance quality in all styles of dance. A student studying classical ballet will gain poise, grace, body alignment, flexibility, musicality, skill, discipline, creativity and confidence. Classical ballet requires discipline and commitment, but is extremely rewarding. Once a dancer has mastered the wonderful art of ballet the dance options are endless. Jazz A mixture of many things that just keeps evolving cabaret, musicals, film, video clips and ballet. Influences include Fred Astaire, Gene Kelly, Bob Fosse & Michael Jackson. From Broadway to Hip Hop, just about anything is incorporated into jazz. Hip-Hop Dance Lab has just taken on brand new Hip-Hop to Australia. It s the first examinable syllabus in the country. A hot new way to learn dance to the latest music. Hip Hop and Funk are the latest trends in popular dance and made popular by video clips. It is high energy and heaps of fun. Tap Tap is back and cooler than ever with a new style, street tap. A new generation of tappers have emerged with Australia s own Dein Perry taking it to a new level. Contemporary Contemporary dance pushes the boundaries of dance. It is a highly technical form, requiring alignment, balance, coordination, control, flexibility, strength and stamina. It can follow conventional rules or be completely ground breaking. We recommended a strong background in classical for this class. Stretch class/pilates Stretch classes help to improve core strength, flexibility, and awareness in order to support efficient, graceful movement. Acrobatics/Conditioning Acrobatics is the performance of extraordinary feats of balance, agility, strength, tricks and motor coordination. And enhances dancers to be the best they can be. Exams Students studying Classical study the Cecchetti method, Tap and Jazz will be learning the Southern Federation Of Dance syllabus as well and open work. Students eligible can sit for exams mid-year. Exams incur an extra fee and are not compulsory. All classes provide fun, fitness and confidence in a positive and safe learning environment. 6

Dance Lab - Fee Structure 2017 Term Fee Structure, all fees are inclusive of GST Based on total hours attended per student/per week. Hours Amount 40 mins $95.00 45 mins $105.00 1 hour $125.00 2 hours $240.00 3 hours $335.00 4 hours $445.00 5 hours $525.00 6 hours $605.000 Unlimited Grade 1 Ballet and Under Classes Only (not including Troupes/Privates) $550.00 If Paid by Week 3 of Term Grade 2 4 Ballet Classes Only (not including Troupes/Privates) $595.00 If Paid by Week 3 of Term Grade 5 and above Classes Only (not including Troupes/Privates) $635.00 If Paid by Week 3 of Term Troupe Fees $33 Per Troupe 7 + Unlimited Troupe Classes $231.00 If Paid by Week 3 of Term Private Tuition 30 mins $25.00 Cash Payment at Time of Lesson NIPA Acro Private 30mins $35.00 Cash Payment at Time of Lesson Important: - Term fees are due in the 3 rd week of the term. A $10 administration fee is added if a deposit is not paid by the due date. - Fees are calculated per student - Classes are not held on Public Holidays - Payment Plans are available must be arrange before due date of invoice. - Dance Lab does not issues refunds for classes missed as you are holding a place in the class, however you are encouraged to enquire about make-up classes. If you are going away for a lengthy period (i.e. more than 3 weeks), a reduced rate can be arranged. Just let us know before the term commences. - All payments must be finalized before the end of each term (if on a payment plan). Places will not be held for students with outstanding balances. - 5+ hour & Unlimited Troupes fees must be paid in full before due date to receive discount. Accounts not paid by due date will be recalculated at full fee amount. - Dance terms follow state school terms and are generally 9-10weeks in length; the term rate is as above and is not charged per week. - Payment can be made by Cash, Cheque, Credit Card or Direct Credit - If paying by Cash, Credit Card or Cheque please see in Kathy in foyer. - Enrolment fee $20 per student (New Students Only) - Direct Credit and Postal Information Contact Emily Grainger 0409 276 253 Direct Credit Commonwealth Bank Dance Lab BSB# 063 118 ACCOUNT# 10 454 264 Please include students name Postal Dance Lab 2/36 Guelph St Somerville Vic 3912 7

DANCE LAB Uniform Girls Students must wear a leotard and skirt to all Ballet classes including Troupe. Students can only change during breaks not between classes. Class Tiny Ballet, Jazz & Tap Tiny Groovers Jazz Tiny Tappers Jazz & Tap Exam Uniform All levels including Mini Mini Ballet, Jazz & Tap Pre-Primary/Primary Cecchetti Classical Grade 1 & 2 Cecchetti Classical Exam Uniforms Grade 3 & 4 Cecchetti Classical Exam Uniforms Grade 5 & 6 Cecchetti Classical Exam Uniforms Inter & Adv. 1 Cecchetti Classical Contemporary Acro Hip Hop Extras- Students may wear to class. Uniform Ballet Pink leotard (CLO4) & wrap skirt (CS01) Pink tights (Theatrical Pink) Pink ballet leather or canvas shoes Full Sole with elastic strap Black split sole jazz shoe (NO SHOE LACES) or Black low heel tap shoe Hair in a neat Bun no fringes Ballet Pink leotard (CLO4) Tan matte jazz tights Plain Black Bike Shorts Black split sole jazz shoe (NO SHOE LACES) or Black low heel tap shoe. Mulberry sleeveless leotard (CL12 / AL12) Black V band hot pants (CT10 / AT0) Tan matte jazz tights Black split sole jazz shoe (NO SHOE LACES) or Black low heel tap shoe Mulberry leotard (CL12 / AL12) Mulberry ballet skirt - purchase from Made 2 Move in Somerville Pink tights (Theatrical Pink) Pink leather split sole ballet shoes with elastic strap Lilac Leotard (CL11 / AL11) Lilac Wrap Skirt (CS01 / AS01) Must be short no more than 4cm past bottom crease. Pink tights (Theatrical Pink) Pink leather ballet shoes with matte ribbons. Cerise Leotard (CL11 / AL11) Cerise Wrap Skirt (CS01 / AS01) Must be short no more than 4cm past bottom crease. Pink tights (Theatrical Pink) Pink leather spilt sole ballet shoes with matte ribbons. Aubergine Leotard (CL11 / AL11) Aubergine Wrap Skirt (CS01 / AS01) Must be short no more than 4cm past bottom crease. Pink tights (Theatrical Pink). Pink leather spilt sole ballet shoes with matte ribbons. Navy Blue sleeveless leotard (CL11 / AL11) Navy Blue ballet skirt (CS01 / AS01) Must be short, no more than 4cm past bottom crease. Pink tights (Theatrical Pink) Pink split sole ballet shoes with matte ribbons. Pointe Shoes with ribbons Any colour leotard or crop top with bike shorts Foot thongs - Tan matte Convertible tights Any colour leotard or crop top with bike shorts No Loose Clothing Bare Feet - Tan matte - Convertible tights Hair in a LOW Bun or Ponytail - no fringes Any colour leotard or crop top with bike shorts Black and White Converse style hi top sneakers Hair in a Bun or Ponytail - no fringes Dance Lab Tracksuit Ordered through Dance Lab Dance Lab T-Shirt Ordered through Dance Lab Wrap - Same colour as leotard 8

DANCE LAB Uniform Boys Class Boys Jazz & Tap Exam Uniform Boys Classical Preschool Grade 3 Boy Classical - Grade 4+ Contemporary Acro Hip Hop Extras- Students may wear to class. Uniform Black loose Dance Lab t-shirt (Will need embroidery in white) (CC21 / AC21) Black fitted bike shorts (CT04 / AT04) or leggings (CT05/ AT05) Black pull on jazz shoes or Black lace up tap shoes Black plain socks Black bike shorts (CT04/AT04) White fitted t-shirt tucked in (CC21/AC21) Calf length white socks Black ballet shoes with white elastic. Navy blue full length tights White short sleeved leotard White or Black ballet shoes with WHITE elastic, white socks. Any colour fitted singlet or shirt Bike Shorts Foot thongs Any colour fitted singlet or shirt Bike Shorts Bare feet No Loose Clothing Any colour fitted singlet or shirt Bike shorts or shorts Black and White Converse style hi top sneakers Dance Lab Tracksuit Ordered through Dance Lab Dance Lab T-Shirt Ordered through Dance Lab Uniforms can be purchased Made 2 Move Dance & Fitness, Shop 16, 17 Eramosa Road West, Somerville Vic 3912-5977 5872 Secondhand Uniforms Please see notice board for details Dance Lab Concerts 9

Costumes for Concerts & Troupes - Costumes must be worn for concerts & Comps. Concerts are not compulsory & comps are by invite only. - Costume deposits are required for the concerts. Students attending 1hour class per week are required to pay a deposit of $33 per student. Students attending 2 or more classes per week are required to pay a deposit of $66 or $99 per student. - The deposit is deducted or refunded from the total cost of each student s the costume when costumes are finalized. - There are no refunds on costume deposits - Costumes will not be ordered for students who have paid the deposit in full by the due date or has outstanding fee balance. - Please check all compulsory dates to ensure you are available before you commit to the concert. - The average price of a hired costume varies from $33-$40 - All hired costumes must be returned at the concert Make-Up & Hair for the stage Requirements: Make-up: Heavy base foundation and Powder, Dark Brown eye shadow on lower eyelids and White eye shadow on top of eyelid, up to eyebrow. Black Liquid eyeliner on top of eyelid, above eyelashes, with a small flick continuing towards the eyebrow. Black eye line under ½ the eye, with flick at end. White Eye liner under eye and between side flicks. Black Mascara, pencil in eyebrows in suitable colour. Blush or Broner to Cheek Bones. Line lips with RED, lip liner and fill with RED colour stay lipstick. Please remember stage light are very bright and The Darker the Better. Students in Grade 1 Ballet and Level 3 Jazz / Tap and above will require eyelashes. Students in Pre Primary Ballet and Level 1 Jazz / Tap and above will require diamante earrings *Make-up & Hair is compulsory for photo day, concerts and competitions Helpers for Concerts and Competitions To allow us to put together a smooth running, professional production we do require volunteer parent helpers. Closer to the concert a form will be handed out requesting parents assistance. - Helpers will require a current Volunteers Workers with Children s Check. - A copy of your WWCC must be given to reception and must me carried on you on the day. - We do not allow any parents backstage without this check. - Workers with Children s Checks are available from the post office and Volunteers checks are free of charge. Dance Lab Photo Day Early November we provide an opportunity for the students to be photographed by professional photographers at no obligation to purchase. - Photos in costume are a beautiful record to keep. - Individual photos of each child will be taken, however there s no obligation to purchase. - Photo day is not compulsory. 10