Classes
All children ages 3-4 will be placed in a Twinkle Toes class. Activities are aimed at cultivating body awareness, such as the ability to identify and isolate body parts. There will be singing and clapping exercises to help develop the musical side and movement skills such as shaking, kicking, walking on different levels, etc. Other activities will focus on using imagination to cultivate creativity.
ATTIRE: Girls will wear pink tights, pink leotards and leather ballet slippers. Dancers will need tap shoes, Pre-Dance I will not need tap shoes until January. A dance skirt is optional for the girls. Boys will wear black shorts or pants, a white t-shirt and black leather ballet shoes. Hair will be pulled back, off the face and there will be no loose jewelry.
Tiny Dancers
Students age 5-6 will be placed in a Tiny Dancers class. Activities emphasize the development of physical coordination and students will begin to learn proper dance terminology as well as the basics of alignment, tempo and patterns. Students will learn basic technique in ballet and tap with the presentation of materials changing each month. Instruction will be informal yet structured. Because the young body is still developing there will be no stress on bones or muscular structure.
ATTIRE: Girls will wear pink tights, pink leotards, pink leather ballet slippers and black tap shoes. A ballet skirt is optional. Boys will wear black shorts or pants, a white t-shirt, black leather ballet shoes and black tap shoes. Hair must be pulled back off the face and no loose jewelry will be worn.
The Beginning Ballet & Tap class is perfect for any student who has had little or no dance training and who is between the ages of 7 and 12. Ballet and tap are taught in combination because each offers something important that will help each student be more well-rounded and grow as a dancer. More emphasis is placed on technique, precision and building the muscular strength needed to hold correct placement.
The ballet syllabus is based on a progression of exercises from the barre to the center, preparing the body and mind for technique that develops good placement, proper breathing, co-ordination, strength, grace, and musicality. This is a long process and students will be allowed to progress at their own rates. At the same time dancers will be encouraged to push themselves to build on their strengths.
ATTIRE: Girls will wear pink tights, a black leotard, pink ballet slippers and black tap shoes . A ballet skirt is optional. Boys will wear black shorts or black dance pants, a white t-shirt, black ballet shoes and black tap shoes. Hair must be pulled back, away from the face and no loose jewelry will be worn.
Jazz/Hip Hop-Beginning/Intermediate
Jazz/Hip Hop classes are offered separately from the combination classes, but usually preceded by a ballet & tap class. Students will stretch and learn jazz and hip hop technique. Ballet helps strengthen muscles and align the body while tap introduces the mathematics of musicality and rhythm. For this reason dancers are strongly encouraged to take ballet and tap in addition to jazz/hip hop. A solid knowledge in all forms of movement will make a dancer stronger.
Students will be placed in either the beginning or intermediate jazz/hip hop class based on their previous experience and level of ability shown in class.
ATTIRE: Girls and boys may wear their clothing from ballet and tap or change into black jazz pants. Girls will wear black leather ballet shoes, black jazz shoes or black jazz sneakers. Boys may wear black leather ballet shoes, black jazz shoes or black jazz sneakers. Hair will be pulled back off the face and no loose jewelry will be worn. Blue jeans are not allowed!
Ballet & Tap-Intermediate I
The Intermediate ballet & tap classes are designed for those students with prior dance experience. Dancers will be placed in one of these classes based on previous dance experience and ability shown in class. More focus will be placed on technique, strengthening muscles and appreciating the aesthetics of good dance. Students will learn to express themselves when performing and present themselves with a positive self image in all areas of life. Jazz/Hip Hop classes usually follow or precede the ballet & tap combination classes and students are encouraged to study all forms of dance, many skills cross-over into other genres and can be very helpful for a developing dancer.
ATTIRE: Girls will wear pink tights, black leotard, pink ballet slippers and black tap shoes. A skirt may be worn. Boys will wear black shorts or dance pants, a white t-shirt, black ballet slippers and black tap shoes. Hair will be pulled back, away from the face and no loose jewelry will be worn.
Musical Theater
This class combines singing, dancing, and acting and is open to students ages 7 and older. Due to the nature of this class the size may be larger than other dance classes. Musical Theater will be a combination of original and sometimes zany choreography; often combining ballet, jazz, tap and modern dance. Music of all genres will be used and interpreted providing a truly theatrical experience. Be ready to have some fun! This class is a great workshop for students wishing to develop their musical theatre skills for fun and self expression.
ATTIRE: Girls will wear any color leotard and tights or black jazz pants and black jazz shoes or dance sneakers. Boys will wear any color shirt, black shorts or dance pants and black jazz shoes or dance sneakers. Hair will be pulled back, away from the face and no loose jewelry will be worn. Blue jeans are not allowed!
Bollywood
Bollywood is a combination of Indian dance blended with Western dance styles. Recently made popular by the TV show “So You Think You Can Dance,” Bollywood draws inspiration from bellydance, contemporary, broadway and many other styles of dance. No previous experience is required for this class. Bollywood is recommended for dancers ages 7 and older.
ATTIRE: Girls will wear any color leotard or fitted shirt and tights or black jazz pants and black jazz shoes or dance sneakers. Boys will wear any color shirt, black shorts or dance pants and black jazz shoes or dance sneakers. Hair will be pulled back, away from the face and no loose jewelry will be worn. Blue jeans are not allowed!
Cheer
Cheer is open to students in grades 1-6. This cheer class will be a basic cheer emphasizing on fundamentals and skills associated with cheerleading and cheer dance. Cheer dance is a vigorous form of modern day cheerleading which incorporates dance movements and develops discipline, body posture and stamina. Dancers will learn arm positions, jumps, voice, cheers, chants, cheer dance and will develop skills in cheer and chant choreography. Emphasis is placed on the class performing sharp, precise movements to strong, energetic music. It will be fun, interactive and very peppy!!!
ATTIRE: Students should wear a leotard or fitted tee shirt, shorts or dance pants, socks and sneakers. Pajama pants, jeans or any other form of street clothes are not allowed. Hair should be in a secure ponytail or bun.
Zumba Kids
Zumba kids will introduce children to international dance and rhythms in a way that is entertaining and healthy. Dancing games and music from around the world will help children get fit in a fun way. Zumba Kids is a great way for a child to enjoy dance without any pressure associated with recitals. Kids are encouraged to shake, wiggle and have a great time moving!
Adults Only
The adult program at Footnotes offers classes in Jazz/Hip Hop, Tap and Zumba. The classes are available for students ages 18 & older and catered to adult learning. It’s a fun and exciting way to exercise and learn how to dance. Adult dancers may dance at the recital but are not required to.
SPECIAL DISCOUNT: Parents of currently registered students receive a 50% discount off tuition for all adult classes.
Zumba
Zumba fuses hypnotic latin rhythms and easy to follow moves to create a dynamic workout system that will blow you away.
It’s fun... the type of exercise you want to do everyday and feel good about doing it!
It's different...you probably never thought you’d be exercising to this type of music.
It’s effective...it's an aerobic workout, which we all know works, but it’s more fun, so you stick with the program until you get results.
Wedding Dances
Custom choreography for special wedding songs is a fun way to "Rock Your Reception." Whether it's a slow waltz or a special dance for the entire wedding party, your wedding can become a memorable event for everyone.
Prices are: $25 choreography fee for each song, and $25 per 45 minute lesson (a minimum of 4 lessons are required). More lessons may be necessary depending on the size of the group involved.
Private Lessons
Private lessons are available for special events such as Junior Miss. Lessons may be requested in any style offered by Footnotes.
Prices are: $25 choreography fee for each song, and $25 per 45 minute lesson (a minimum of 4 lessons are required). Music can be cut and edited for a charge of $10, this includes 2 copies of the music on CD. Additional lessons may be added if necessary.