CHILDREN’S DANCE PROGRAM
STAMFORD, CONNECTICUT
Children’s Program
POLICIES & GUIDELINES
Please register early with payment to reserve your spot. Classes have limited space. Tuition payment should be submitted at the time of registration in the form of cash or check. Refunds are not permitted unless there is a medical reason. No credit, refund or make-up classes will be given for missed classes. Please inform the instructor of any physical, cognitive or emotional conditions when registering so we can ensure a fulfilling dance experience.
TUITION
Tuition and costume fees are due the first day of the semester. There is a 5% tuition charge for payments not made in full. Please speak with the director to make necessary arrangements for bi-semester payments.
CALENDAR JANUARY 29 - MAY 21
January 29
First day of semester
February 26
No Class winter break
April 23
No class spring break
May Performance Showcase
May 22nd, 11:30am-1:30pm **time subject to change
May 21
Last day of spring classes
PERFORMANCE SHOWCASE
SUNDAY, MAY 22ND
DANCE WITH MARIA STUDIOS
DANCE SHOWCASE & BRUNCH
LOCATION
Dance with Maria Studios
201 Summer Street
Stamford, CT 06901
While Dance with Maria Studios is our warm home for The Stamford Ballet Ensemble, please direct all inquiries and concerns with classes to me at tamsaari@hotmail.com.
THE STAMFORD BALLET ENSEMBLE
Children’s program
Artistic Director: Tamara Saari
Contact Info: tamsaari@hotmail.com
LOCATION:
DANCE WITH MARIA STUDIOS
201 SUMMER STREET, STAMFORD
Tamara Saari works to create a comfortable and enjoyable environment for children to develop their passion for dance while learning ballet vocabulary. The focus is to build technique and performance skills, combined with an appreciation for the history & creativity of ballet.
PRE-BALLET (3-5 year olds) **CLASS FULL
Saturdays: 1:15-2:00pm
Tuition $225 for spring semester, January 29 - May 21
Attire
Solid color leotard. Classic pink tights and slippers. Skirts are optional. No distracting accessories, please. Hair must be pulled back, preferably in a bun or ponytail.
This creative 45 minute class focuses on improving fundamental motor skills while learning ballet terminology and having fun! Ballet alignment and etiquette is also introduced.
JUNIOR BALLET ENSEMBLE CLASSES (6-10 year olds)
Saturdays: 2:00-3:00pm (6-8 year olds)
2:30-3:30pm (8-10 year olds)
Tuition $255 for spring semester, January 29 - May 21
Attire
6-8 year olds Burgundy solid color leotard. Classic pink tights and slippers. Skirts are optional. Hair must be pulled back in secure bun.
8-10 year olds Black solid color leotard. Classic pink tights and slippers. Skirts are optional. Hair must be pulled back in secure bun.
The Junior Stamford Ballet Ensemble is a unique opportunity for students to further develop their ballet technique while learning other crucial elements of dance including musicality, costuming, and history. Students are separated for barre and center exercise as indicated in the above times. Combined class time (2:30-3:00pm) is focused on ballet discussions and floor barre technique (strengthening and stretching exercises appropriate for all ages).
The Junior Stamford Ballet Ensemble has the opportunity to participate in The Nutcracker,
A Contemporary Ballet in New York City in December 2011.
SPRING SEMESTER 2011
FALL SEMESTER NOW AVAILABLE AT WWW.STAMFORDBALLET.COM
