Point A Competition Company MISSION: The Point A School of Dance is dedicated to dance education for the developing young dancer ages 4 to 18. We will offer guidance through proper dance technique as well as individual attention and respect towards each student. Our philosophy is focused on instilling a passion for dance while also building confidence and poise in every child. We also promote positive group interactions and cooperation with others while providing a fun, structured physical activity in a positive atmosphere. We strive to be on the cutting edge of the dance world, bringing fresh and fun choreography while exploring the artistic side of dance. Our main goal is to inspire growth and passion in each dancer while providing them with a creative outlet. The Point A School of Dance is for a dancer that is more committed and serious than the recreational level. GOALS: To efficiently train dancers with modern or hip hop based technique while incorporating musicality. To develop a truly versatile dancer that can seamlessly transition between dance genres. To instill a depth of performance that will consistently move an audience. PERFORMANCE TRACKS: New for 2015-2016 Point A School of Dance is the umbrella school for three unique performance or competitive companies. Dancers may participate in one or all three companies, depending on time and cost commitment. Tuition discounts are available to dancers participating in more than one performance track. See the director for final tuition amount. Each performance track possesses unique skills and opportunities for each dancer, but here is a basic outline of each track: HIP HOP CREW For the dancer who wants to expand their knowledge and skill level in hip hop dance. Performances: 1 Competition, 1 Showcase CONTEMPORARY COMPANY For the dancer who wants to expand their contemporary and ballet technique. This company will focus on the artistry of dance. Performances: 1 Winter Program, 1 Spring Showcase COMPETITION COMPANY For the dancer who wants to expand their jazz and contemporary technique and showcase these skills on a competitive level. Performances: 2 Competitions, 1 Showcase **Additional performances MAY be put together for special events. This will be by invitation only from within the Point A School of Dance** AUDITIONS: Monday, August 3rd 5:30-6:00: Informational Meeting for dancers and parents 6:00-7:30: Competition and Contemporary Company workshop Wednesday, August 5th 6:00-7:30: Competition and Contemporary Company workshop Saturday, August 8th 10:00-11:00 am: Hip Hop Crew Auditions 11:00-12:00: Contemporary Company Auditions 12:00-1:00: Competition Company Auditions
Point A Competition Company TIME COMMITMENT: The Point A School of Dance is unique in their time commitment and structure. Each dancer may choose their level of participation with final decisions made by the directors. At the minimum, dancers will be placed in one group routine and required to take a certain amount of classes per week. Additional groups require additional rehearsal and classes. Tuition will be determined by class/rehearsal hours. All ages listed in this form are just a guideline, directors will make all final placement decisions. Requirements for Hip Hop Crew Second Crew (Ages 6-9) 1.5 hours/week: Saturday 9:00-9:45 am Hip Hop Class Saturday 9:45-10:30am Rehearsal First Crew (Ages 10-15) 2 hours/week: Wednesday 6:00 7:00 Hip Hop Class Saturday TBD Rehearsal Requirements for Contemporary Company Company A II (Ages 9-13) 3 hours/week: Monday Saturday 4:00 6:00 TBD Ballet, Contemporary Rehearsal Company A I (Ages 14-18) 4 hours/week: Monday Saturday 4:00 7:00 TBD Contemporary, Ballet, Technique Rehearsal MINIMUM Requirements for Competition Company Company 4 (Ages 6-8) 2 hours/week + rehearsals: Wednesday 4:00 6:00 Jazz, Ballet Saturday TBD Rehearsals Company 3 (Ages 9-13) 3 hours/week + rehearsals:: Monday 4:00 6:00 Ballet, Contemporary Wednesday 5:00 6:00 Jazz Saturday TBD Rehearsals Company 2 (Ages 14-15) 4 hours/week + rehearsals: Monday 4:00 7:00 Ballet, Contemporary, Technique Wednesday 5:00 6:00 Jazz Saturday TBD Rehearsals Company 1 (Ages 16+) 4 hours/week + rehearsals: Monday 6:00 7:00 Technique Wednesday 6:00 7:00 Ballet Thurs/Wed 5:30 8:30 Choice of 2 Point B Classes Saturday TBD Rehearsals Additional Routines: Solos, Duets or Trios may be ONLY be performed by the Competition Company dancers. Performance Opportunities: December Winter Program (Contemporary Company) TBD Dates (Feb-May) Regional Competitions (Hip Hop Crew & Competition Company) May Spring Showcase (ALL) June/July Summer Company (Invitation Only) TBD Parade/Promotional/Public Venue Performance
Point A Competition Company POINT A COMPETITION COMPANY TIME COMMITMENT: The Point A School of Dance is unique in their time commitment and structure. Each dancer may choose their level of participation with final decisions made by the directors. At the minimum, dancers will be placed in one group routine and required to take a certain amount of classes per week. Additional groups require additional rehearsal and classes. Tuition will be determined by class/rehearsal hours. All ages listed in this form are just a guideline, directors will make all final placement decisions. MINIMUM Requirements for Competition Company Company 4 (Ages 6-8) 2 hours/week + rehearsals: Wednesday 4:00 6:00 Jazz, Ballet Saturday TBD Rehearsals Company 3 (Ages 9-13) 3 hours/week + rehearsals:: Monday 4:00 6:00 Ballet, Contemporary Wednesday 5:00 6:00 Jazz Saturday TBD Rehearsals Company 2 (Ages 14-15) 4 hours/week + rehearsals: Monday 4:00 7:00 Ballet, Contemporary, Technique Wednesday 5:00 6:00 Jazz Saturday TBD Rehearsals Company 1 (Ages 16+) 4 hours/week + rehearsals: Monday 6:00 7:00 Technique Wednesday 6:00 7:00 Ballet Thurs/Wed 5:30 8:30 Choice of 2 Point B Classes Saturday TBD Rehearsals Performance Opportunities: TBD Dates (Feb-May) Regional Competition (2) May Spring Showcase June/July Summer Company (Invitation Only) TBD Parade/Promotional/Public Venue Performance COST COMMITMENT: Monthly Tuition: Competition Company 1 = $136 + $28 rehearsal fee per routine Competition Company 2 = $112 + $28 rehearsal fee per routine Competition Company 3 = $84 + $28 rehearsal fee per routine Competition Company 4 = $56 + $28 rehearsal fee per routine Monthly tuition is an automatic payment that covers classes, teacher fees and studio rental. Monthly Tuition starts in September 2015 and Ends in May 2016. All payments will be submitted by automatic withdrawal or by a credit card kept on file. Additional fees outlined below will be withdrawn on the date listed. (ACH info attached) Spring Showcase Fee: $50 Due at Auditions August 8, 2015 (cash or check accepted) Costume Fee: (Withdrawn September 1st) $75 per dancer, per dance Solo costumes are up to the individual Team Jacket: (Withdrawn on October 1st) $100 One time purchase
Point A Competition Company Director's Fee: (Due November 1st) $40 fee to cover the directors' costs on competition weekend Master Class Fee: (Withdrawn on November 1st) Ages 13-18 will attend a master class from a special teacher/choreographer. This is a very special opportunity for the dancers to work personally with a professional, instead of in a crowded room at a convention. Tuition: $90 (Option for them to choreograph: $250 or higher, depending on the choreographer) Competition Fee: (Withdrawn on December 1st) We will attend 2 regional competitions. Solos and Duo/Trios can attend as many competitions as they would like. Groups: $30-$50 per dancer, per entry Solos: $80-$100 per entry Duos/Trios: $30-$60 per dancer, per entry Additional Routine Rehearsal Fee: (Withdrawn monthly starting January 1st) $10 for 30 minutes, once a week per additional routine MULTI COMPANY TUITION: If a dancer chooses to participate in more than one company, combined tuition will result. Competition Company and Contemporary Company offer a combined discount. To calculate this, take the corresponding Competition Company tuition and add $20 per month. Here are other examples: Suzie Q: First Hip Hop Crew ($72) and 2 Routines in Competition Company 3 ($140) = $212 per month Suzie R: 2 Routines in Competition Co 3 ($140) and Contemporary Co ($20) = $160 per month Suzie S: First HH Crew ($72), 2 Routines in Comp Co 3 ($140) and Contemp Co ($20) = $232 per month ADDITIONAL ROUTINES (SOLO/DUO/TRIO) POLICY In order to ensure quality routines, the following are guidelines for additional routines. If a dancer has taken a solo to competition before, they may skip one bullet down. These guidelines are for a maximum, not all routines need to be filled. Final decisions regarding additional routines are at the Director's discretion. First Year Competing with Competition Company: - Group Routines only. No additional routines. Second Year Competing with Competition Company: - 1 Duo/Trio Third Year Competing with Competition Company: - 1 Solo, 1 Duo/Trio Fourth Year Competing with Competition Company: - 3 Additional Routines (Any Combination of Solos/Duos/Trios) Fifth Year or Longer Competing with Competition: - 4 Additional Routines (Any Combination of Solos/Duos/Trios) Other Requirements for Additional Routines: Dancers may use any choreographer they wish, but that choreographer cannot be a director of another competition program. Dancers may work with their choreographer anytime between July and December. Starting in January, dancers must rehearse their additional routines with a member of Point A Faculty for 30 minutes, once a week at a cost of $10 per session. This ensures proper rehearsal and preparation for competition.
Point A Competition Company PLEASE DETACH, FILL OUT AND RETURN THIS PORTION OF THE FORM STUDENT INFORMATION: Name: Address: City/State/Zip: Date of Birth: Home Phone: T-Shirt Size (Circle One): Child S Child M Child L Adult S Adult M Adult L Costume Size (Circle One): Child S Child M Child L Adult S Adult M Adult L Does student have any medical conditions? If yes, please specify: Previous dance experience: PARENT/GUARDIAN CONTACT DETAILS: Name: Address: Relationship to student: Home Phone: Work Phone: Cell Phone: Email: How did you hear about us? AUDITIONS: Monday, August 3rd 5:30-6:00: Informational Meeting for dancers and parents 6:00-7:30: Competition and Contemporary Company workshop Wednesday, August 5th 6:00-7:30: Competition and Contemporary Company workshop Saturday, August 8th 12:00-1:00: Competition Company Auditions Please wear all black, form fitting attire. Be prepared to perform combos learned in the workshop as well as across the floor technique. If you are not able to make the audition, please see Deena. The dancers will be judged by the teachers, and placed in the appropriate company. All age ranges are used as a guideline. Please check which group your dancer is auditioning for: Company 4 (Ages 6-8) Company 3 (Ages 9-13) Company 2 (Ages 14-15) Company 1 (Ages 16+)
COMPETITION ROUTINES Point A Competition Company Routines will be put together based on age group, talent level and dance style. When signing up for routines, please remember to think of time and cost commitments. Every dancer will be placed in one Large Group routine first, with Small Groups being filled next. Please indicate the number of routines your dancer is interested in competing (check only one): 1 2 3 4 5 6 Please check the dance styles your dancer is interested in competing (check as many that apply): Jazz Contemporary Ballet Lyrical Musical Theater ADDITIONAL ROUTINES Modern THIS FORM MUST BE FILLED OUT AND TURNED IN AT AUDITIONS IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE IN ADDITIONAL ROUTINES. DANCERS MUST BE PLACED IN 2 GROUP ROUTINES BEFORE BEING ELIGIBLE FOR ADDITIONAL ROUTINES. Circle One: SOLO DUET TRIO Member(s) Choreographer Day/Time for Rehearsal Instructor for Rehearsal Circle One: SOLO DUET TRIO Member(s) Choreographer Day/Time for Rehearsal Instructor for Rehearsal Circle One: SOLO DUET TRIO Member(s) Choreographer Day/Time for Rehearsal Instructor for Rehearsal Circle One: SOLO DUET TRIO Member(s) Choreographer Day/Time for Rehearsal Instructor for Rehearsal
Point A Competition Company The following will be required of all Point A School of Dance students: 1. Positive attitude and respect for teachers in each class 2. No more than 5 absences from class (If a class is missed, there are no makeup opportunities) 3. Behave as a role model for other students at the studio and elsewhere in the community 4. Performance in the Point A Showcase 5. The purchase of costumes for each routine Point A Dance Company Policy and Release Form 1. Payment is due with enrollment in a class. Payments not made on time may result in dismissal from company. 2. All families must fill out a registration form prior to the first class of a session. 3. All families must fill out and sign a policy and release form prior to the first class of a session. 4. No extensions, transfers, credits or refunds. 5. No make-up classes are available. 6. We will notify families of a cancelled class or teacher absence by email or text if possible. 7. Dancers arriving 10 minutes late to class must have the permission of the teacher to join the class. 8. No food drinks, or gum allowed inside the studio. Water is the only exception. 9. Turn off cell phones while in class or observing class. 10. Observers may watch from the lobby area. 11. Camera, DVD recorders, and camera phones are restricted at all times. 12. Point B Dance and Point A Dance are not liable for lost, stolen, or damaged property. Please take care of your personal belongings. 13. All accidents and injuries must be reported immediately. 14. LIABILITY DISCLAIMER: Point B dance, Point A Dance, Streamline Inc. Corporations, as well as employees, teachers, and contractors are not liable for personal injuries or loss of, or damage to personal property. Each student may decline to participate in any activity. Please inform the teacher of any personal limitations you may have. If you have any doubt to your physical abilities, please consult with your physician before participating. I have read, understand, and accept the rules and policies as well as the liability release set forth by Point B Dance, Point A School of Dance, Streamline Inc. Corporations. Participant Name Participant Signature Guardian Name Guardian Signature
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