Mundelein Park District Program Guide Winter2019_Spring2020 brochure_online | Page 44

DANCE A Mundelein Park & Recreation District Program This comprehensive offering of dance programs provides opportunities for all ages and skill levels. Enthusiastic staff guide dancers along as they learn new steps and skills. Classes are open to everyone who has an interest in learning dance. This is a long term program and runs for 16 weeks. All classes will perform in the annual dance recital. NEW! New students will need to be measured for costumes prior to the start of class. Dancers can come to Kracklauer Dance Studio on Saturday, January 4 between 10 am–12 pm to be measured. Payment Info and Deadlines: Costume costs are included with the tuition. For your convenience, you can register for long-term dance by making a partial tuition (30% due) or full payments. Payments made in full will receive an 5% discount. If you do not pay in full, you will sign up for autopay when you register. Payments will be automatically deducted on the 1st of the month, January 1 through April 1. Your child will not be permitted to continue in dance class if payments or arrangements are not made. Failure to make payments or arrangements by these dates will result in a $25 late fee. Recital tickets are an additional cost. If you do not want your child to perform in the recital, you must notify the instructor by January 18. Even if you decide to not participate in the annual recital, you will still receive your costume. Dance Class Descriptions: Creative Dance: A basic introduction to dance in a fun atmosphere. Child must be able to separate from parent. Creative Dance and Pre Ballet: PINK leotard, PINK tights and PINK leather or canvas ballet shoes. Ballet Technique: BLACK leotard, PINK tights and PINK leather or canvas ballet shoes Jazz: BLACK Leotard, TAN tights, dance pants or shorts and TAN jazz shoes Tap & Ballet Combo Classes: PINK leotard and PINK tights, PINK leather or canvas ballet shoes and TAN tap shoes Tap & Jazz Combo Classes: BLUE leotard and tights, dance pants, TAN jazz shoes and TAN tap shoes Dance Company: BLACK leotard and tights, dance pants, TAN jazz shoes and TAN tap shoes. Pink ballet or lyrical shoes may be required per instructors request. Hip Hop: BLACK shorts or BLACK pants and shirt or tank top, and black dance sneakers. Boys: Boys should wear a solid t-shirt and shorts or pants. No baggy clothes. Boys wear either BLACK ballet shoes, BLACK jazz shoes or BLACK tap shoes depending on the class. Shoe & Dance Wear Order & Fitting Day: You can order your dance shoes and dance wear through our online store with Discount Dance Supply. Shoe fitting for ballet, tap and jazz shoes will take place at the Kracklauer Dance Studio on Saturday, January 4 between 10 am–12 pm BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. Contact Heather Burnes at [email protected] to schedule at appointment. Pre-Ballet: Dancers start to learn the basics of ballet in a fun and creative atmosphere. Pre-Ballet dancers must be toilet trained and able to attend class without a parent. *Shoe Exchange: Pre-worn shoes are available at the Kracklauer Dance studio. You can exchange your used pair for a size that fits, or make a $5 donation for a pair of shoes. Ballet: Ballet positions, skills and terminology will be taught. Questions? Contact Heather Burnes, Dance Coordinator, at [email protected] or 847.566.0675. Tap and Ballet Combo: Dancers will learn ballet and tap basics. Ballet positions and basic skills will be taught, along with tap steps and terminology. Hip Hop: Fun and challenging dance moves to the latest popular music. 42 What to Wear: 847.566.0650