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Classes are taught at all levels - from beginning to advanced. There are
2 divisions - Junior Division and Teen/Adult Division. Within each division
there are classes at all levels. This flexibility means that you can find
a class appropriate for your level and age.
Each class starts
with a 30-45 minute warmup preparing the body for more strenuous activity.
After warmup, technique of new steps, repetition of dance basics are taken
in center or across the floor. The last 15-20 minutes of class is saved
to learn a combination. Combinations usually are continued for 3 weeks,
then the last week of the month is reserved for 'across the floor' to provide
an opportunity for quick pickup, learning and performing of short combinations.
A dress code is enforced
throughout the studio - please read the section on 'Rules and Policies'.
Parents have the opportunity
to informally observe their children once per month.
Every 2 years, Marie
Stinnett Dance prepares and presents a performance held at the Campbell
Community Center entitled 'Dance at the Gym!" because it is held in the
Large Gym. The performance gives the students an opportunity to perform
and learn about the technical side of a performance. Students help with
all aspects of the performance - dancing, costumes, makeup, lights, stage
preparation, props, and cleanup. Students in the Junior Division learn
their choreography during their class sessions, and perform as a class.
Teen/Adult Division dancers must audition for the performance company and
rehearse outside their normal class times. This allows professional students
to attend classes as their schedules permit and still get a complete class.
Choreography is done by the Marie Stinnett Dance staff as well as invited
guest choreographers! |
