Fall & Winter 2019/2020 Program Guide September 2019 - February 2020 | Page 16

Dance REGISTER IN PERSON, PHONE OR EMAIL DATES TO REMEMBER (2019 - 2020) COMPETITIVE Competitive dance is a rewarding experience for young dancers. It encourages students to achieve their full potential and contributes to developing skills and attitudes that will benefit them throughout their lives. Dancers and families are required to fully commit to the training schedule and expectations of the part time company. The program consists of 8-14 classes per week, plus extra rehearsals when required. All classes and rehearsals are mandatory. Students train in a variety of disciplines with a focus on ballet, jazz, contemporary / lyrical and acro. The company travels to 1–2 competitions per season. FULL TIME COMPANY This program is a comprehensive advanced-training curriculum that requires a high level of commitment and dedication from the dancer and family. It is designed to develop well-rounded dance artists and provides a platform for those who wish to pursue a career in dance and/or the performing arts. Dancers attend 8-14 classes per week plus additional rehearsals. All classes and rehearsals are mandatory. Dancers study a variety of disciplines including ballet, pointe, jazz, contemporary, improvisation, jumps and turns, acro, tap and hip-hop. The company travels to 3-4 competitions per season and enjoys performance opportunities outside the school. PART TIME COMPANY This program offers dancers an opportunity to train at a more advanced level and experience what it’s like to be part of a team without the demanding schedule of the full time program. 16 | COLUMBUS CENTRE CULTURE First Day of Classes Monday, September 9 Bring a Buddy Week (rec) September 23 – 28 Thanksgiving Holiday (No Classes) Monday, October 14 Halloween Dress Up Week October 25 - 31 Recreational and Company Fall Viewing Week November 25 - 30 Christmas Break December 15 - January 5 All Dance classes resume Monday, January 6 Family Day Holiday (No Classes) Monday, February 17 Recreational Winter Viewing Week February 24 - 29 Company Showcase (TBC) Thursday, March 12 March Break (No Classes) March 16 - 22 Good Friday Holiday (No Classes) Friday, April 10 Easter Monday (Classes Running) Monday, April 13 Victoria Day Holiday (No Classes) Monday, May 18 Recital Dress Rehearsal (TBC) Friday, June 12 Recital Days (TBC) June 13 - 14 Photo Day in the Studio & In Studio Rehearsal Saturday, May 9 Ballet Production & Finale Rehearsals TBA RAD Exams & Presentation Exams TBA Columbus Centre Arts, Youth & Culture Department Kaitlin Saito Dance Administrator Phone: [phone] ext. 250 Email: [email protected] Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm Schedules are subject to change without notice. INTERESTED IN BEING PART OF OUR COMPETITIVE COMPANY? •  Acceptance into the full time and part time competitive program is by invitation or audition only. •  Note that ballet is a prerequisite to our full time and part time competitive companies. •  Contact Kaitlin Saito, Dance Administrator 416-789-7011 ext. 250 / [email protected] or visit villacharities.com. RECREATIONAL CLASS FEES (SEPT. 2018 - JUNE 2019) # of Classes Full Cost 2 Installments 4 Installments Adult Classes (10 weeks) $180.00 N/A N/A Kinderdance (45 min) $468.00 $234.00 $117.00 1 Class $578.00 $289.00 $144.50 2 Classes $1,084.00 $542.00 $271.00 3 Classes $1,595.00 $797.50 $398.75 4 Classes $1,920.00 $960.00 $480.00 5 Classes $2,360.00 $1,180.00 $590.00 After five classes, any additional classes will be a flat rate of $472.00 per class. Recital video fee / family $25.00. Recital costume fee per dance class to be paid at time of registration: $140.00 +HST ($120.00 +HST for Hip-Hop). Please note, shoes, tights and undergarments are not included in costume fees. If paying in installments: 1st Installment is due at time of registration. Other installment dates: Nov. 1, 2019, Jan. 6, 2020, and Mar. 6, 2020. Prices are subject to change without notice. FALL & WINTER 2019 / 20 | 17