ADC 2 0 1 4 / 2 0 1 5 Welcome!!! Code of Ethics Dress Code ADC s Dance Schedule Welcome to Absolute Dance Read ADC s Mission Start your leotard shopping! Check out our classes, days and Company letter from ADC Statement! Our list of required apparel is times! owner Brandie Andrews below! Page I Page 2 Page 4 Page 5 WELCOME TO ABSOLUTE DANCE COMPANY!!! Absolute Dance Company s 2014/2015 Dance Year is going to be our best yet! A new studio, two dance floors, sprung flooring, guest choreographers, master classes, 4 competitive teams, and an outstanding technical program are sure to make this year one to remember! Absolute Dance Company has an exciting year planned including our second annual fall showcase in October! Our fall showcase will be choreographed, staged, and run by the students! We will have more information and sign ups in September! Absolute Dance Company s 2014/2015 Dance Year begins Monday, September 8th and runs through Thursday, June 4th! Our Annual Dance Showcase will take place on Saturday, June 6th, 2015 at Magnificat High School in Rocky River! Our dress rehearsal will be the day prior, Friday, June 5th at Magnificat High School. Absolute Dance Company does accept registration by mail. Please contact ADC prior to registering to ensure there is space in student s desired classes. Registration forms should be printed, filled out and mailed, along with tuition payment and registration fee, to: Absolute Dance Company 690 Avon Belden Road Avon Lake, Ohio 44012. Please check our website at www.absolutedancecompany.com for updates and studio information! Look for emails from ADC s new office manager Laura Zoldesy, Laura@AbsoluteDanceCompany.vpweb.com! Please feel free to contact Laura with any questions! Keep reading for ADC s dress code, tuition policy and more! Thank you all and I can t wait for another outstanding dance year! Brandie Andrews C.E.O./Director Absolute Dance Company
ABSOLUTE DANCE COMPANY Absolute Dance Company Code of Ethics Absolute Dance Company s Mission Statement: To have our dancers achieve new levels of artistry and performance beyond what is possible in their regular class work. To train and empower students to a preprofessional level with a competitive edge who may consider dance as a major or minor in college. To make possible a young dancer s dream to pursue a career in dance performance or as a dance educator. Values Integrity - To conduct oneself with integrity through honesty, courtesy, respect, and consideration for your fellow dance members and faculty. This includes a willingness to be held accountable for the manner in which you participate in all company activities. Leadership - To be given the privilege of setting an example, serving the people you are leading, and being an inspiration to others in the Absolute Dance Company community. Responsibility - To adhere to the policies and procedures of the studio and company, to comply with the schedule and requests of the faculty, and to be a person that others can count on. Professionalism - To respect the dance profession and uphold our values and standards of conduct in a way that characterizes the highest qualities of dance professionals. This includes respecting your teachers, supporting and encouraging each other, to not gossip, but be able to voice opinion to a company director about your concern, and to recognize yourself as a role model at all times. Character - To be a person who represents personal integrity, leadership, responsibility and professionalism in classes, outside activities and events, and in all interactions with peers and authority figures. Absolute Dance Company s Competitive Teams Interested in becoming a part of ADC s Competitive Team? Our Petite Competition Team is for our students age 6 to 9, and our Company I, Company I Prep and Company II teams begin at age 10! Our competitive team members compete at regional and national levels, attend conventions and master classes, focus on bonding activities, perform community service and build their confidence with every class! Call ADC at 440.315.5678 to learn how you can be a part of this experience! Avon Lake s Premier Boutique Dance Company Absolute Dance Company s students are blessed to share their evenings with professional dancers, award winning choreographers and talented instructors at ADC. Our students show improvement so quickly because of our intimate classes and low student to teacher ratio. Our instructors are professionals and know what our students need in order to turn their love of dance into a career. Our students thrive with our intimate classes and the large amount of personal attention our faculty is able to give each student. Absolute Dance Company is growing but we will continue to keep our classes at 15 students (20 with an assistant) or less in order to maintain the high quality instruction our students need in order to succeed. Thank you so much for your continued support of our studio!
STUDIO POLICIES Absolute Dance Company Studio Policies Please note the following guidelines regarding all classes: 1. We request that students carefully observe our dress code outlined in this booklet. 2. Students should arrive 5 minutes prior to their scheduled class time. Please do not disturb the class in progress. Please wait in the waiting room until your scheduled class time. 3. School age children and teens: please practice respect. Students are not to be socializing in a disruptive manner during the class with other students. Please come early or stay late to enjoy friends in the waiting area. Please honor your teacher and fellow students by giving full attention and cooperation. You will be advised if we feel any student is not well adjusted to the classroom environment for any reason over time. 4. Cell phone use during class is prohibited. Any cell phones brought into the studio must be set to silent. 5. Parents and guardians are permitted to remain in the waiting room throughout class. No parent or guardian is permitted to observe class. The instructor requires the full attention of each student. Parents are invited back into the classroom for the final 5 minutes of class. 6. Students must adhere to the dress code, code of ethics, studio policies, and attendance agreement. Please contact Absolute Dance Company owner/ director Brandie Andrews with any questions or concerns. 7. If any parent/student wishes to have a private conference concerning the student s individual dance goals, please do not hesitate to ask! We are happy to work with you to ensure that your dance year is one of pleasure and growth! Dance class provides education and enjoyment, however, an important part of class work is developing an attitude of discipline and respect for teachers and fellow students. We trust that following our classroom etiquette will provide an environment whereby classes at Absolute Dance Company will be a pleasure for all enrolled.
DRESS CODE Absolute Dance Company Dress Code Acting. Musical Theatre. Female/Male Apparel: Lightweight shirt, sweatpants, leggings & shorts. Hair: Pulled away from face Musical Theatre Footwear: Black Jazz Oxfords Tumbling Female Apparel: Any color leotard with or without shorts OR hot shorts and sports bra Male Apparel: Fitted tank top and shorts Footwear: Gymnastics Shoes, white Hair: Bun Beginner Ballet Female Apparel: Black leotard, pink tights, optional shorts or skirt Male Apparel: Black top, black shorts, black socks and black ballet shoes Footwear: Pink ballet shoes for female, black for male (available at dance specialty shops) Hair: Bun Ballet I, II, III, IV & Pointe Female Apparel: Black leotard and pink tights Male Apparel: Fitted Black top, black shorts, black socks, black ballet shoes Footwear: Pink ballet shoes for female, black for male (available at dance specialty shops) Hair: Bun Contemporary. Pre Professional Choreography Class. Extreme Stretching. Female Apparel: Top: Fitted shirt, tank top or sports bra. Bottom: Shorts with leotard and tights (tights without feet, available at dance specialty shops) or hot shorts. Male Apparel: Top: Fitted tank or t-shirt, Bottom: Shorts Footwear: Bare feet Hair: Pulled away from face Hip Hop Female/Male Apparel: Lightweight shirt, sweatpants, knee pads optional. Footwear: All non skid athletic shoes, combat boots, and converse are acceptable Hair: Pulled away from face. Jazz. Pom. Female Apparel: Top: Fitted shirt, tank top or sports bra. Bottom: Shorts with leotard and tights (tights without feet, available at dance specialty shops) or hot shorts. Male Apparel: Top: Fitted tank or t-shirt, Bottom: Shorts Footwear: Black Jazz Oxfords Hair: Pulled away from face Tap Female/Male Apparel: Lightweight shirt, sweatpants, leggings & shorts. Footwear: Black tap shoes (available at dance specialty shops) Hair: Pulled away from face Jumps, Leaps and Turns & Progressions Female Apparel: Black leotard and pink tights Male Apparel: Fitted Black top, black shorts, black socks, black ballet shoes Footwear: Foot paws (available at dance specialty shops) Hair: Bun Local Dancewear Specialty Shops: ***These dance shops may not be open on Sunday, please plan accordingly. Action Wear Footsteps 5111 N. Abbe Road 24048 Lorain Road Sheffield Village, Ohio 44035 North Olmsted, Ohio 44070
2014/2015 DANCE SCHEDULE Absolute Dance Company s 2014 & 2015 Dance Schedule Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Pom I Ages 6 to 8 3:15 to 4:00 Beginner Ballet Age 3 to 5 Hip Hop I Age 4 & 5 Hip Hop II Age 6 to 9 Boys Hip Hop I Age 7+ Tumbling II Age 7+ Jazz I Ages 6+ Tumbling I Age 4 to 6. Jazz II Ages 9+ 5:30 to 6:30 Tumbling III Ages 9+ 6:15 to 7:15 ^*Contemporary III 6:30 to 7:15 Jumps, Leaps & Turns II 7:15 to 8:15 Ballet III Extreme Stretching 8:00 to 8:45 ^*Contemporary II Age 9+ 8:15 to 9:00 *Ballet IV 9:00 to 9:30 ^*Pointe Ballet I Age 5 to 9 Pom II Age 9 to 13 ^Contemporary I Age 6+ Jumps, Leaps & Turns I *Jazz III Age 13+ 6:15 to 7:00 Ballet II 6:15 to 7:00 Extreme Stretching 7:00 to 7:45 Teen Hip Hop VI Ages 13+ 7:00 to 8:00 *Ballet IV 7:45 to 8:30 Adult Hip Hop Age 16+ 8:00 to 8:45 *Progressions 4:30 to 5:30 Acting II 10 Week Course. Age 10 to 18 Company II Competition Team Rehearsal Ballet II *Hip Hop V 6:15 to 7:00 Pre Professional Choreography Class 6:15 to 7:15 Ballet III *Hip Hop IV Age 10 to 13 Jumps, Leaps & Turns III 8:00 to 8:45 Company I Preparatory Competition Team Rehearsal 8:00 to 9:00 *Ballet IV Petite Competition Team Rehearsal Jumps, Leaps & Turns II 5:45 to 6:30 Ballet I Age 5 to 9 6:15 to 7:15 Ballet III 6:30 to 7:15 Musical Theatre Age 9+ *Jumps, Leaps & Turns III Dancer's Body Education Age 9+ 8:00 to 9:00 Adult Ballet Age 16+ 8:00 to 9:00 *Ballet IV 9:00 to 9:30 ^*Pointe Acting I 10 Week Course. Ages 6 to 9 Boys Hip Hop II Hip Hop III Age 9 to 12 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Ballet/Tap Combo Age 3 & 4 10:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Tap I Age 5 to 9 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Tap II 12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. Tap III 12:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. Company I Rehearsal ^ Indicates that student must also be enrolled in ballet. * Indicates that class placement is based on instructor approval First Day of Classes: Monday, September 8th, 2014! Final Day of Classes: Thursday, June 4th, 2015!!
TUITION INFORMATION Absolute Dance Company s 2014/2015 Tuition Registration Fee: $30.00 per family Monthly Dance Tuition 30 minute class! $30.00 per month 45 minute class! $45.00 per month 1 hour class!! $50.00 per month Multiple Class Discount: 10% off of total tuition. Not to be used in combination with dance passes. Dance Passes: For students taking several classes. Dance pass rates are determined for a single student and cannot be combined as a family rate. Multi Class Discount does not apply to discounted pass rates.! Silver Dance Pass: $200.00 monthly tuition! 5 to 6 Dance Classes per week.!! Gold Dance Pass: $225.00 monthly tuition!! 7 to 8 Dance Classes per week!! Platinum Dance Pass: $250.00 monthly tuition!! 9 to 10 classes per week!! Double Platinum Pass: $300.00 monthly tuition!! Unlimited Dance Classes in student s age range/evaluated level Acting Class Tuition Our first Acting Class session will run for 10 weeks from September through November. Our Acting I tuition will be $90.00 for the ten week session, our Acting II tuition will be $110.00 for the 10 week session. Acting class tuition can be combined with other classes for our multiple class discount or dance passes.
TUITION INFORMATION Tuition and Payment Information You will be paying for the entire school year of 34 weeks of classes held over 9 months from September to May. This is an average of 3.8 classes per month. You are not paying for scheduled school vacations and Holidays. The Registration Fee is due with your initial tuition. Tuition is due by the 1st day of each month. Students should pay for tuition on or prior to the 1st day of each month. For example, October tuition should be paid during the final week of September. Absolute Dance Company accept checks, money orders and credit cards. The calendar in each month will vary depending upon which day you have your class. Some months you may have 2 or 3 classes, others 4 or 5. Everyone will have had 34 classes over the nine months. If for any reason you decide to discontinue your classes, you are not obligated to pay for the balance of the school year. We have a very fair policy regarding our payment for tuition and subsequent assessment of late fees. Payments are due on the first of each calendar month. There is no late fee assessed until after 5th of the month. Any account unpaid after the fifth of the month will have late charges of $10.00 assessed. Payments may be made at class or by mail. No credit is given for student absences, snow cancellation days, or inclement weather days. Students are to make up any missed classes in another class at their level. Please make up any missed class within one month of your absence if possible. Email Laura@AbsoluteDanceCompany.vpweb.com to inform us of which classes you will attend to make up your missed classes. If you make a payment late, please include your late fee or you will be billed. If you make your payments by mail, be certain to allow adequate time for mail delivery. Returned check fee is $33.00. The quality of our facility and faculty depends upon a system of mutual respect and cooperation. We understand that anyone may make a late payment from time to time, but please be respectful of our late fee policy and when applicable, graciously include your late fee in your next payment. Thank you.
COMPETITION INFORMATION What to Expect as an Absolute Dance Company Competitive Team Member Competitions: 3 to 5 competitions & Nationals! Conventions: 1 to 3 Conventions: Excel in Motion, Co. Dance and NRG! Bonding parties, 10 hours of community service, supportive meetings, student council, group talks, relay races, master classes, improved confidence, and many more character building activities!!! Fundraising Opportunities To help offset costs associated with convention/competition, Absolute Dance Company will hold fundraisers. Participation is not mandatory. Competitive Dance Team Class Requirements Per Week Petite Elite Competitive Dance Team: 2.5 hours (not including rehearsals) 2 Ballet classes minimum 1 Jumps, Leaps & Turns class 1 Hip Hop class Rehearsals: 45 minutes to 3 hours per week Company II Class Requirements 2 Ballet classes minimum 2 Jumps, Leaps & Turns Classes 1 Hip Hop Class 1 Jazz class Rehearsals: 45 minutes to 5 hours per week Company I and Company I Prep Class Requirements 4 Ballet Classes 2 Pointe Classes (based on instructor evaluation) 2 Jumps, Leaps & Turns Classes 1 Hip Hop Class 1 Jazz Class 1 Progressions Class 1 Extreme stretching class Rehearsals: 2.25 hours to 9 hours per week