Our mission is to not only develop dancers but to also develop the mind, body, and spirit of young people to help them realize their full potential as productive and contributing members of society. The lessons learned from team work, discipline and perserverance are lasting and students that strive to be the best learn the values of hard work, respect for self and others and determination.
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Hip-Hop Classes: offered from age 7: A dance style danced to hip-hop music.
Tap Classes: Offered from age 5 and are a great source for rhythmic and motor skill development. Tap is effective in stimulating a natural sense of rhythmn and beat.
Jazz Classes: are offered from age 6. This free style of dance involves stretch, isolations and combinations influenced by the contemporary dances and music of today.
African Dance Classes: are offered from age 5. This specialty class introduces the fundamentals and techniques of traditional West African dance.
Gymnastics Classes: are offered from age 3. Based on floor exercise and tumbling. Develops flexibility, strength and coordination. A "must" for the all around dancer.
Adult Classes: If you love to dance or have always wanted to learn, this is your road to fitness. Classes are offered in Tap, Jazz, and African Dance. Line Dance and Swing Dance Classes are offered in four-week session based on minimum enrollment.
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CLASS PLACEMENT POLICY
Students are placed in classes according to their level of ability. Misplacement of students slows classes and causes a certain amount of tension for all concerned. Dance training involves not just a technical aspect, but an emotional, biological mental aspect as well and seldom do these all pull together at the same time for every student, nor are they categorizable into little slots. What is taught as well as the speed and/or difficulty in which the class is taught varies from level to level and teacher to teacher. A student may be moved to a different class if after evaluation the teacher finds that the student is not in the proper class for his or her ability.
CONDUCT
All students and parents are expected to respect and willingly abide by all studio rules and procedures and conduct themselves in a courteous manner in the studio and all studio connected activities.
CLASS OBSERVATION
Parents may observe classes on observation dates which are announced in the monthly newsletter. An informed parent is the key to an enjoyable dance season for all.
CLASS CANCELLATION
Cancellation of classes due to inclement weather will be broadcasted on WKBW TV as well as the studio answering machine. Never assume that the dance school is closed. When in doubt call first to avoid an unnecessary absence from class.
PARENT’S RESPONSIBILITY
• Help set a positive example. Students mimic the attitude and behavior of their parents.
• Instill a healthy, positive self-image in your child
• Be aware of observation dates, studio closing dates, recital rehearsal dates, extra classes as well informing the studio any address, telephone or e-mail address change.
• Miss Barbara’s School of Dance is only responsible for students’ safety while under our supervision in class. We are not responsible for unsupervised children!! You are!!
• Inform the studio in advance of student dropping class or classes.
• Refrain from negative attitudes and comments in the studio and studio connected activities/events.
• Parents are liable for any damages to property or assets of Miss Barbara’s School of Dance caused by their child or others under their supervision.
•Do not interrupt the teacher while class is in session. If you must speak to the teacher, do so before or after class. If necessary, you may make an appointment.
• Parents of little ones must either be responsible for or designate an adult of your choice to be responsible for all your child’s restroom needs. Instructors will not be able to leave the classroom.
STUDENT’S RESPONSIBILITY
Absolutely no jewelry of any kind is to be worn in the classroom
Show respect and be courteous to teachers and fellow students
Respect studio property and promote a clean, safe and healthy environment
The only talking allowed during class is for asking the teacher a question
Positive attitude and willingness to be taught and coached
Give 100% effort in all classes
Neat appearance in all classes and correct attire and shoes
Dance shoes are not to be worn outside! They are to be worn inside only!!
Attend all classes and rehearsals
Be prompt for all classes and rehearsals
Be responsible for your own property
No food, beverage, gum, candy, etc. permitted in classroom, dressing room or locker
No running, shouting or horseplay on premises
Do not leave purses, money, jewelry or other valuables in the dressing room
No cell phones allowed in the classroom!!!!!!!
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Increased E-mail correspondence
We have converted our communication with our families to e-mail for more efficiency in getting information directly to parents. An informed parent is the key to an enjoyable dance school season for all! Please be sure to provide us with a current e-mail address on your registration form. Forms and newsletters are downloadable to make information easier to access.
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Students should write their name in full on all dance shoes. We are sorry, but we cannot be responsible for lost or missing articles and valuables of any kind.
TEACHERS RESERVE THE RIGHT TO DENY A STUDENT’S PARTICIPATION IN CLASS IF DRESS CODE IS NOT ADHERED TO.
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Black leotard and tights or unitard
No panties are to be worn under tights
No jewelry or watches
No hair bead, barrettes or knockers
Hair must be pulled back out of face
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Black lycra dance pants & T-shirt
Tap Shoes:
Female Ages 3 - 5: Black Patent Leather
Female Ages 6 - Adult: Black Leather
Males: Ages 3 - Adult: Black Leather
Jazz Shoes: (can be ordered at the studio w/payment)
Black Jazz Boot
Half Sole
Note: one or both styles may be required.
AFRICAN DANCE
lapa and gele
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Lapa and gele (headwrap)
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Bailey Slipper Shop
8204 Main St. Clarence, NY..................634-0314
Dance N' Stuff
234 Highland Pkwy, Kenmore, NY..................877-2449
3719 Union Rd., Cheektowaga, NY.................634-2481
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Taking great pride in the progress of our students we set out to achieve the total experience and fulfillment of dance by presenting our students in an exciting and moving annual production. The year’s work is brought to an exciting climax as students feel the magical thrill and glow of dance on-stage. Students earn their placement in recital classes based on class attendance, cooperation, attitude toward dance discipline, home practice, parent commitment and involvement, compliance with all recital requirements including deadlines for all fees and mandatory rehearsals. Any student who falls below the class level will be placed into a non-recital class. When a student is absent, late or quits, it affects the entire class. If a student misses more than 3 classes without a written notice from a physician, the teacher reserves the right to deny student’s participation in the class recital performance and there are no refunds of fees.
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Geared to the less serious dance student who finds dance a fun way to exercise an hour a week.
RECITAL FEE
$100 per family (non-refundable). This fee defrays the costs associated with the recital, theater rehearsal, insurance, and includes one recital ticket per show per family.
RECITAL COSTUME
$50 non-refundable costume deposit per student, per class. Costume prices range between $65-$110. Recital tights, sequins, spangles and any other required accessories are additional cost. Parents are responsible for completing any costume additions at the studio per instructions given by the teacher and must provide their own needle, thread, glue gun and glue sticks if needed to complete costume.
ADDITIONAL RECITAL COSTS
African Dance Students: $5.00 per student drummer's fee.
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All students are expected to be in classes regularly and on time. Classroom doors are locked 5 minutes after the hour. Students who arrive late to class will not be admitted into the classroom once class has begun. Makeup lessons are not given for missed classes. If a student is unable to attend class, please notify the studio. Students waiting for a ride are to remain inside the studio until vehicle is in front of the studio.
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