Dance & Fitness Classes, Combination Dances at Fine Arts Association

Dance at Fine Arts

Summer is a great time for refining skills or learning something NEW!

The Fine Arts dance program allows students to enter at any level and/or style appropriate to both ability and age. Students are evaluated annually to continue proper placement in a challenging class setting.

Are you an experienced dancer new to the Fine Arts Dance Program? Contact Jeannie Fleming-Gifford, Director of Education at (440) 951-7500 x118 to schedule a placement class appointment.

As a young dancer, a student is offered creative movement and ballet/tap combination classes which provide a basic foundation of dance terminology and movements. Through using familiar locomotor and non-locomotor steps, students develop increased coordination and spatial awareness.

Students studying in the upper levels develop technical proficiency, style and performance qualities as they are challenged by advanced vocabulary and complex combinations.

Download our 2013 Summer Class Catalog here.

Beginning & End Dates for 2013 Summer Classes and Lessons

Class Day	Beginning & End Dates	Make-up Date*
Monday	June 24-July 29	August 5
Tuesday	June 25-July 30	August 6
Wednesday	June 26-July 31	August 7
Thursday	June 27-August 8	August 15
Friday	June 28-August 2	August 9

Dance Classes at a Glance

Class No.	Monday
DS1312	Beginning Pre-Ballet/Tap (ages 3-4)	3:30-4:15 pm
DS1314	Pre-Ballet/Tap I (ages 4-6)	3:30-4:30 pm
DS1311	Move & Groove! (ages 2½-5 with accompanying adult)	4:15-5:00 pm
DS1301	Ballet Foundation (ages 7-9)	4:30-5:30 pm
DS1316	Continuing Pre-Ballet/Tap (ages 5-7)	5:00-6:00 pm
DS1303	Ballet Foundation I & II (ages 7-9)	5:30-6:30 pm
DS1326	FAA Dance Factory (ages 10-14)	6:00-7:30 pm
DS1327	FAA Dance Factory Sr. (ages 14 & up)	6:00-7:30 pm
DS1302	Ballet Foundation (ages 10-14)	6:30-7:30 pm
DS1308	Ballet IV & V - Technique & Pointe	7:30-9:00 pm
	Tuesday
DS1315	Pre-Ballet/Tap II (ages 4-6)	4:00-5:00 pm
DS1325	FAA Dance Factory, Jr. (ages 7-10)	5:00-6:00 pm
DS1326	FAA Dance Factory (ages 10-14)	6:00-7:00 pm
DS1310	Adult/Teen Ballet II (adults & teens, ages 15 & up)	7:00-8:15 pm
	Wednesday
DS1320	Hip Hop Jr. (ages 4-6)	4:00-4:45 pm
DS1319	Jazz Tech I (ages 9 & up)	4:00-5:00 pm
DS1321	Hip Hop I (ages 6-9)	5:00-6:00 pm
DS1305	Ballet I	5:00-6:15 pm
DS1323	Hip Hop II (ages 9-13)	6:00-7:00 pm
DS1307	Ballet II & III - Pointe	6:15-7:45 pm
DS1322	Break Dancing 101 (ages 7-14)	7:15-8:00 pm
DS1309	Adult/Teen Ballet I (adults & teens, ages 15 & up)	7:45-8:45 pm
DS1324	Hip Hop III (ages 14-18)	8:00-9:00 pm
	Thursday
DS1329	African Dance (ages 8-13)	3:00-4:00 pm
DS1313	Beginning Pre-Ballet/Tap (ages 3-4)	3:30-4:15 pm
DS1330	Zumba Fun (adults & teens, ages 15 & up)	4:00-4:45 pm
DS1318	Tap Tech I & II (ages 10 & up)	4:15-5:00 pm
DS1304	Ballet Foundation I & II (ages 7-9)	5:00-6:00 pm
DS1317	Dance Experience I (ages 6-9)	5:15-6:30 pm
DS1306	Ballet I & II	6:00-7:30 pm
DS1328	East Coast Swing. (adults & teens, ages 15 & up)	6:30-7:30 pm
DS1331	Open Level Pilates (adults & teens, ages 16 & up)		7:30-8:30 pm

Ballet

The Ballet Program introduces and develops the skills and understanding of ballet technique and cultivates artistic expression and enjoyment of movement. A clearly defined structure allows learning to take place in the context of safe dance practice. The progressive training ensures that steps and skills learned at lower levels prepare for a more complex movement as students progress. All students are progressed by age, ability and the desired amount of time commitment or class frequency.

Beginning students with no previous study may enroll in the ballet program starting in the combination classes marked "No previous training required."

Students new to Fine Arts with previous training are scheduled into a placement class by appointment with the teacher. Contact Jeannie Fleming-Gifford, Director of Education at (440) 951-7500 x118 to schedule an appointment.

Dress requirements:
Females: Black leotard, theatrical pink tights & pink leather ballet slippers. Hair neatly secured off the neck and away from the face.
Males: Black tights, fitted shirt & black leather ballet slippers.

Summer Session dance classes culminate with a parent observation class (last day of class, during regularly scheduled dance class time).

Ballet Foundation (ages 7-9 and 10-14) - Little or no previous training required. Choose one session.
Come learn something new or refine your technique!

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1301 ages 7-9	Monday	4:30-5:30 pm	6 wks	Smith	Main Floor Dance Studio	$63
		DS1302 ages 10-14	Monday	6:30-7:30 pm	6 wks	Smith	Main Floor Dance Studio	$63

Ballet Foundation I & II (ages 7-9) - Previous training required. Choose one session.

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1303	Monday	5:30-6:30 pm	6 wks	Smith	Main Floor Dance Studio	$63
		DS1304	Thursday	5:00-6:00 pm	6 wks	Smith	Main Floor Dance Studio	$63

Ballet I - Previous training required.

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1305	Wednesday	5:00-6:15 pm	6 wks	Smith	Main Floor Dance Studio	$79

Ballet II-III - Previous training required.

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1306	Thursday	6:00-7:30 pm	6 wks	Smith	Main Floor Dance Studio	$95

Ballet II-III Plus Pointe - Previous training and instructor permission required.

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1307	Wednesday	6:15-7:45 pm	6 wks	Smith	Main Floor Dance Studio	$86

Ballet IV-V Technique & Pointe - Previous training and instructor permission required.

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1308	Monday	7:30-9:00 pm	6 wks	Smith	Main Floor Dance Studio	$86

Adult/Teen Ballet I (adults teens, ages 15 & up) - Little or no previous training required.
This class combines the elements of classical ballet technique, core strengthening and stretching. Dress may be traditional ballet attire or close fitness-type body wear and pink leather ballet shoes.

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1309	Wednesday	7:45-8:45 pm	6 wks	Smith	Main Floor Dance Studio	$63

Adult/Teen Ballet II (adults teens, ages 15 & up) - Little or no previous training required.
This class combines the elements of classical ballet technique, core strengthening and stretching. Dress may be traditional ballet attire or close fitness-type body wear and pink leather ballet shoes.

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1310	Tuesday	7:00-8:15 pm	6 wks	Sanders	Main Floor Dance Studio	$79

Combination & Single Dance Classes

Creative Preschool Dance and Move & Groove dress requirements: Females/Males: Dress children comfortably for creative movement. Formal dancewear not required (though welcome). No jeans or skirts please. Ballet slippers or soft-soled shoes.

Ballet/Tap dress requirements:
Females: Pink tights, pink or black leotard, pink leather ballet slippers, black tap shoes. Hair neatly secured off the neck and away from the face. Males: Black dance pants, fitted shirt, black ballet slippers, black tap shoes.

Tap/Jazz/Modern dress requirements:
Females: Black leotard, pink, black or tan tights or black jazz pants, split sole black jazz oxfords, black flat style tap shoes.
Males: Black dance pants, fitted shirt, split sole black jazz oxfords, black tap shoes.

Move & Groove! (ages 2½-5 with accompanying adult)
Do you have a little mover and shaker in your home? Come shake those sillies out in this class designed to support your child in exploring movement in a fun, creative and safe environment. This class is an introduction to the Dance program at Fine Arts and is a great way to get your child geared up for the Fall 2013 session!

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1311	Monday	4:15-5:00 pm	6 wks	Ziegler	Main Floor Dance Studio	$48

Beginning Pre-Ballet/Tap (ages 3-4) - No previous training required. Choose one session.

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1312	Monday	3:30-4:15 pm	6 wks	Ziegler	Room 212	$48
		DS1313	Thursday	3:30-4:15 pm	6 wks	Sanders	Room 212	$48

Pre-Ballet/Tap I (ages 4-6) - No previous training required.

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1314	Monday	3:30-4:30 pm	6 wks	Sanders	Main Floor Dance Studio	$63

Pre-Ballet/Tap II (ages 4-6) - Previous training required.

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1315	Tuesday	4:00-5:00 pm	6 wks	Sanders	Main Floor Dance Studio	$63

Continuing Pre-Ballet/Tap (ages 5-7) - Previous training required.

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1316	Monday	5:00-6:00 pm	6 wks	Sanders	Room 212	$63

Dance Experience I (ages 6-9) Ballet/Tap/Jazz No previous training required. Great class for beginners!

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1317	Thursday	5:15-6:30 pm	6 wks	Sanders	Room 212	$79

Tap Classes

Tap Tech I & II (ages 10 & up) - One year previous training preferred.

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1318	Thursday	4:15-5:00 pm	6 wks	Sanders	Room 212	$48

Jazz Classes

Jazz Tech I (ages 9 & up) - Previous training required.

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1319	Wednesday	4:00-5:00 pm	6 wks	Sanders	Main Floor Dance Studio	$63

Hip Hop Classes

Hip Hop Jr. (ages 4-6) - No previous training required
Come groove and learn some new moves.

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1320	Wednesday	4:00-4:45 pm	6 wks	Fields	Room 212	$48

Hip Hop I (ages 6-9) - No previous training required
Come groove and learn some new moves.

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1321	Wednesday	5:00-6:00 pm	6 wks	Fields	Room 212	$63

Break Dancing 101 (ages 7-14) - One session of Hip Hop required.
A great class for students looking to expand their Hip Hop moves.

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1322	Wednesday	7:15-8:00 pm	6 wks	Fields	Room 212	$48

Hip Hop II (ages 9-13) - No previous training required.
Come groove and learn some new moves.

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1323	Wednesday	6:00-7:00 pm	6 wks	Fields	Room 212	$63

Hip Hop III (ages 14-18) - No previous training required.
Come groove and learn some new moves.

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1324	Wednesday	8:00-9:00 pm	6 wks	Fields	Room 212	$63

Dance Factory

Dance Factory Ensembles are a Fine Arts dance program that meets and practices as an ensemble, enabling selected FAA students to perform at various locations throughout the region. This ensemble immerses students in various choreographic styles while focusing on building strong technique. Students may join Fine Arts Dance Factory ensembles through instructor recommendation, invitation or audition. For more information, contact Jeannie Fleming-Gifford, Director of Education at 440-951-7500 x118.

FAA Dance Factory, Jr. (ages 7-10) - Previous experience required.
) New students welcome by audition or teacher recommendation. Contact Jeannie Fleming-Gifford, Director of Education at 440-951-7500 x118 to make an appointment. In this class students learn various choreographic styles and focus on building strong technique.

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1325	Tuesday	5:00-6:00 pm	6 wks	Sanders	Main Floor Dance Studio	$42

FAA Dance Factory (ages 10-14) - Previous experience required.
) New students welcome by audition or teacher recommendation. Contact Jeannie Fleming-Gifford, Director of Education at 440-951-7500 x118 to make an appointment.Class meets two times per week.
In this class students learn various choreographic styles and focus on building strong technique.

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1326	Monday Tuesday	6:00-7:30 pm 6:00-7:00 pm	6 wks	Sanders	Room 212 Main Floor Dance Studio	$105

FAA Dance Factory, Sr. (ages 14 & up) - Previous experience required.
) New students welcome by audition or teacher recommendation. Contact Jeannie Fleming-Gifford, Director of Education at 440-951-7500 x118 to make an appointment. In this class students learn various choreographic styles and focus on building strong technique.

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1327	Monday	6:00-7:30 pm	6 wks	Sanders	Room 212	$63

Fitness & Recreational Dance Classes

East Coast Swing (adults & teens, ages 15 & up) - No previous training required.

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1328	Thursday	6:30-7:30 pm	6 wks	Sanders	Room 212	$63

African Dance (ages 8-13) - No previous experience required.
A great class for students to learn something new and have some summer fun while exploring the rhythms and expressive culture found in this art form.

Students	Student Name(s)	Class	Day of Wk	Time	Length	Teacher	Room	Price	Did you Register?
		DS1329	Thursday	3:00-4:00 pm	6 wks	Parker	Main Floor Dance Studio	$63

Zumba Fun (adults & teens ages 15 & up) - All ability levels welcome.
Come have some fun and get fit! Combining dance and aerobic elements, participants move and groove to the Latin beat all while burning a few extra calories and having fun!