Dance Academy Classes
The 2008 fall dance session begins on August 25 and runs through December 19. For more information on enrollment, please call 496-0805 or email us at learn2dance@ferndaledance.com
Important Dates:
- August 15: Enrollment papers due to hold place in class.
- August 25-29: First week of classes and class placement. Tuition Fees Due
- August 25, Noon-5:30: Kevin from Threadbare selling dance clothes/shoes at dance studio
- September 1: No classes. Labor Day.
- October 6, 27 and November 3, 10: Claire Yarrington Workshop
- October 13-17: Final Tuition Payments Due.
- November 21-23: Field trip for advanced dancers to San Francisco Hip Hop DanceFest.
- November 24-28: Thanksgiving Vacation.
- December 15-19: Parent Observation Week
- January 5-9: First week of classes. Tuition Fees Due.
- March 8: Field trip to HSU to see Alvin Ailey II perform at the Van Duzer
- May 10: Select FDA students perform at Morris Graves Museum in Eureka.
- June 25 and 26: FDA performances at the Ferndale Repertory Theatre (these dates are not confirmed by the Rep and are subject to change)
- June 27: FDA scheduled to perform at the Arkley Center.
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10:00 - 10:45am |
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3:00 - 4:00pm |
3:00 - 3:45pm |
3:00 - 4:00pm |
2:45 - 3:45am |
3:30 - 4:30pm |
4:00 - 5:30pm |
3:45 - 5:30pm |
4:00 - 5:30pm |
3:45 - 5:30pm |
4:30 - 6:00pm |
5:30 - 6:30pm |
5:30 - 6:45pm |
5:30 - 6:45pm |
6:00 - 7:30pm |
Claire Yarrington Workshop
Claire will be holding a workshop for Level III students during regular class time on the following Mondays: 10/6, 10/27, 11/3 and 11/10. This workshop will focus on musical theatre dance, performance skills, and professional presentation. For more information on Claire's extensive background, you can google her.
San Francisco Hip Hop DanceFest Field Trip
This field trip is only appropriate for the more advanced students in Level III.
Tickets: To order tickets, turn in your order forms by August 15. We will attend performances on both Friday and Saturday nights. Tickets for both shows are $60. Parents, if you only want to attend one performance, indicate to me which night (Friday or Saturday). Tickets for a single performance are $35.
When: November 21-23
Dance Classes: We will also take dance classes while in SF. As it gets closer, I will be in touch with all those attending to make further arrangements.
Accommodations: I plan to stay at the Buena Vista Motor Inn on Lombard Street. It is centrally located and provides free parking. To make reservations, you can call 1-800-835-4980 or visit them on the web.
Mommy / Daddy & Me
This is an interactive class for parents and children. Children are introduced to dance and music and begin to learn how to work cooperatively with others. They are also encouraged to use their imaginations and to learn to listen and follow directions. This class gives children an opportunity to develop self-confidence, and parents the opportunity to participate in the growth and learning of their young child.
Creative Movement
This class is appropriate for children ages 3 1/2 to 4 years old. It introduces students to the structure of a dance class where listening and following directions are very important. Students learn basic ballet steps and begin to develop musicality. Imaginative exercises and improvisational dance are elements of each class that encourage students to discover the pure joy of movement and creativity.
Jazz & Hip Hop
All jazz classes are structured so as to develop in students a strong fundamental technique, and any student who is serious about dance is encouraged to also enroll in ballet. At FDA, students are trained to be versatile dancers and performers so that those who wish to pursue dance either in college or professionally will be better equipped to meet the demands of future choreographers and directors. Within advanced jazz classes, students learn dances of various styles including hip hop, musical theatre, lyrical jazz, and modern.
Contemporary Rhythm and Movement for Boys
This is an experimental class to give boys the opportunity to try dance. The class will focus on developing rhythm, coordination, strength, and flexibility. We would like dispel the notion that dance is not for boys. Dance enhances athletic ability and provides a creative outlet that can benefit any young person.
Combo Ballet / Jazz
*Intro to Ballet and Jazz: Students will spend the first half hour of class learning ballet and the second half learning jazz. Students must have ballet slippers. Jazz shoes are optional.
**Ballet II / Jazz II Combo: The first 45 minutes of class will be spent learning ballet and the second 45 minutes will be spent on jazz. Students must have both ballet and jazz shoes and must wear tights and a leotard to class (no jazz pants).
Ballet & Pointe
Ballet technique is essential for the development of a strong dancer. Beginning classes focus on proper placement and body alignment, and students are taught how to turn out safely from the hips. As students advance, training encourages precision, a quickness and lightness of movement, the ability to cover space with ease and grace, and a refined carriage of the upper body.Those who develop the required strength and control are promoted to pointe shoes.
Adult Beginning Ballet
This is a class that we would very much like to offer if there is enough interest. Please let us know if you would be interested. This class will focus on the basics of ballet technique and will incorporate excersises to increase flexibility and range of motion, improve balance, and develop core muscle strength.
Dress Code
All students should arrive to class looking tidy and professional in appearance.
Ballet Attire
Shoes: Pink ballet slippers. Bloch slippers are recommended.
Attire: Pink tights and a pink or black leotard. Short ballet skirts are permitted. Dance sweaters and legwarmers will be permitted in cold weather.
Jazz Attire
Shoes: Black or tan split sole jazz shoes.
Attire: All students must wear a leotard and tights or black jazz pants. If jazz pants are worn, however, they must be tight especially around the knees and cannot touch the floor. The leotard can be of any color. FDA tank tops are permitted. NO BAGGY CLOTHING. Dance sweaters and legwarmers will be permitted in cold weather.
Boys
Shoes: Black jazz shoes.
Attire: Black or gray sweatpants and plain, white t-shirt.
We recommend Threadbare Dancewear in Arcata for your dance clothing:
Threadbare Dancewear
822 G Street, Suite 7
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-7894
Ferndale Dance Academy • Danish Hall, 430 Ocean Ave. • Ferndale, CA 95536
(707) 496-0805 • learn2dance@ferndaledance.com