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Dance Season 2019 2020 - Celebrating 40 years of Inspiring Kids to Reach for the Stars! - Dance Art Dance Studio
(636) 938-4047   WWW .DANCEARTSTUDIOS.COM   EUREKA: 98 LEGENDS PARKWAY #107
                                                 FENTON: 2071 BENTLEY PLAZA

       2019 - 2020
      Dance Season

 Celebrating 40 years of
    Inspiring Kids to
  Reach for the Stars!
Dance Season 2019 2020 - Celebrating 40 years of Inspiring Kids to Reach for the Stars! - Dance Art Dance Studio
Celebrating 40 years of
                                                                        Inspiring Kids to Reach
                                                                             for the Stars!
 (636) 938-4047                      WWW .DANCEARTSTUDIOS.COM                           EUREKA: 98 LEGENDS PARKWAY #107
                                                                                          FENTON: 2071 BENTLEY PLAZA

PreDance Program (Ages 18 mos – 5 years)
Dance Art’s PreDance classes are designed to enhance gross motor
coordination, listening skills musicality and nurture imagination. Each class
includes developmentally appropriate instruction through the use of
music, props, and dance. Dancers have onstage performance opportunities
in January and the annual recital in June.

          Age 18mos – 2 years
      A
                                                                                     Age 3-5
          Wednesdays 11:00-11:45am                PreDance
                                                  A        Level 1 – Tap and Ballet
                                                  Eureka                                    Fenton
                                                  Monday 5:00-5:45 PM                       Tuesday 5:00-5:45 PM
                                                  Wednesday 10:15-11:00 AM                  Wednesday 6:30-7:15 PM
                                                  Wednesday 5:00-5:45 PM

                                                  PreDance Level 2 – Tap and Ballet
                                                  Eureka                                    Fenton
                                                  Monday 6:15-7:00 PM                       Monday 5:30-6:15 PM
                                                  Tuesday 10:15-11:00 AM                    Saturday 10:00-10:45 AM
                                                  Wednesday 5:00-5:45 PM

                                                  Add On: Mini Tumble
                                                  Eureka                                     Fenton
                                                  Monday 5:45-6:15 PM                        Tuesday 5:45-6:15 PM
                                                  Wednesday 5:45-6:15 PM

          Dress Code to order dancewear go to: WWW.SHOPNIMBLY.COM/DANCEARTSTUDIOS

          Girls: Dance attire: Leotard, tights, hair in ponytail or bun, pink ballet shoes, and TAN tap shoes - Tutus and skirts
          are acceptable.
          Boys: Athletic wear, Black ballet/jazz shoes, and black “oxford” tap shoes
Dance Season 2019 2020 - Celebrating 40 years of Inspiring Kids to Reach for the Stars! - Dance Art Dance Studio
Celebrating 40 years of
                                                                      Inspiring Kids to Reach
                                                                           for the Stars!

(636) 938-4047                WWW .DANCEARTSTUDIOS.COM                         EUREKA: 98 LEGENDS PARKWAY #107
                                                                                   FENTON: 2071 BENTLEY PLAZA
                                                            Age 3-5

       rd
K - 3 Grade Classes
With a focus on fun and friendship, our K-3rd program is the perfect opportunity for early elementary school-
age dancer to grown in confidence as they learn technique basics. Dancers have onstage opportunities in the
January recital and the annual Spring Recital in June.
                             Grades K- 1st
  ADance 1 (Grade K- 1) – Tap & Ballet

  Eureka                                Fenton
  Monday 5:15-6:15 PM                   Monday 6:15-7:15 PM
  Wednesday 5:30-6:30 PM                Tuesday 6:00-7:00 PM

                           Grades 2nd & 3rd
  A
  Dance 2 (Grade 2-3) – Tap, Ballet, Jazz
  Eureka                                Fenton
  Monday 6:15-7:15 PM                   Wednesday 5:15-6:30 PM
  Wednesday 6:15-7:30 PM                Wednesday 5:30-6:45 PM
                                        Thursday 5:15-6:30 PM

                       Grades K- 3rd Specialty
  Hip
  A Hop/Poms 1
  Eureka                                Fenton
  Wednesday 7:15-8:00 PM                Tuesday 5:15-6:00 PM
  Musical Theater
           ---                          Fenton
                                        Tuesday 7:00-7:45 PM
  Beg. Tumble
  Eureka                                Fenton
  Wednesday 6:30-7:15 PM                Tuesday 6:15-7:00 PM
  Mini Cheer & Tumble
  Eureka                                Fenton
  Saturday 2:30-3:15 PM                 Saturday 11:30 AM-12:15 PM

Dress Code: To order dancewear go to: WWW.SHOPNIMBLY.COM/DANCEARTSTUDIOS
Girls: Dance Attire: Leotard, tights, hair in ponytail or bun, pink ballet shoes, and TAN tap shoes
       Jazz: TAN jazz shoes Hip Hop/Poms: Dancewear, hair in ponytail or bun, black jazz shoes(poms), Tennis shoes (Hip
       Hop)– performance shoes TBD
Boys: Athletic wear, Black ballet/jazz shoes, and black “oxford” tap shoes
Dance Season 2019 2020 - Celebrating 40 years of Inspiring Kids to Reach for the Stars! - Dance Art Dance Studio
Celebrating 40 years of
                                                               Inspiring Kids to Reach
                                                                    for the Stars!

(636) 938-4047                   WWW .DANCEARTSTUDIOS.COM                      EUREKA: 98 LEGENDS PARKWAY #107
                                                                                   FENTON: 2071 BENTLEY PLAZA

4th – 6th Grade Classes
Our 4th – 6th grade program is designed to provide students with a more focused learning
experience while still having fun. Our combination classes allow dancers the opportunity to
develop their ballet, tap, and jazz techniques. While giving them the opportunity to explore and
develop their passion for dance.

Dance 3 or 4 - Tap, Ballet, Jazz
Eureka:                        Fenton:
Monday (Dance 2/3)             Wednesday (Dance 3) 7:15-8:30 PM
6:15-7:30 PM                   Thursday (Dance 4) 5:15-6:30 PM

Grades 4-6 Specialty Classes

Hip Hop/Poms II
Eureka                         Fenton
Wednesday 8:00-8:45 PM         Tuesday 7:45-8:30 PM

Musical Theater:
                               Fenton Tuesday 7:00-7:45PM

Ballet Technique
Eureka                         Fenton
Saturday 9:00-10:00 AM         Monday 7:15-8:15 PM

Corps de Ballet                Leaps & Turns
Eureka                         Eureka Saturday 11:45-12:15 PM
Saturday 10:30-11:15 AM

Modern 1                                Cheer & Tumble
Eureka Saturday 1:00-1:45PM             Eureka Saturday 3:15-4:00 PM     Fenton Saturday 11:30-12:15

Beg/Int Tumble
Eureka Saturday 1:45-2:30 PM

Beg/Pre/Pointe:       Ask for more information.

Dress Code: To order dancewear go to: WWW.SHOPNIMBLY.COM/DANCEARTSTUDIOS
Girls: Leotard, tights, hair in ponytail or bun, pink ballet shoes, and TAN tap shoes
       Jazz: TAN jazz shoes Hip Hop/Poms: Dancewear, hair in ponytail or bun, black jazz shoes(Poms), ennis
       shoes (Hip Hop)–performance shoes TBD
Boys: Athletic wear, Black ballet/jazz shoes, and black “oxford” tap shoes
Dance Season 2019 2020 - Celebrating 40 years of Inspiring Kids to Reach for the Stars! - Dance Art Dance Studio
Celebrating 40 years of
                                                                 Inspiring Kids to Reach
                                                                      for the Stars!
    .
 (636) 938-4047                  WWW .DANCEARTSTUDIOS.COM                       EUREKA: 98 LEGENDS PARKWAY #107
                                                                                    FENTON: 2071 BENTLEY PLAZA

Middle and High School Classes
Dance 4 (Middle School)
Eureka:                        Fenton:
--                             Thursday 5:15-6:30 PM
                               Thursday 6:45-7:15 PM * by invitation only
Dance 5 (High School)
Eureka:                        Fenton:
Tuesday 7:00-8:30 PM           --

Hip Hop 3
Eureka
Thursday 7:15-8:00 PM

Jazz/Lyrical
Eureka
Thursday 8:00-8:45 PM

Dance Technique
Eureka
Thursday 6:30-7:15 PM

Ballet Technique
Eureka                      Fenton
Saturday 9:00-10:00 AM      Monday 7:15-8:15PM

Corps de Ballet
Eureka Saturday 10:30-11:15 AM

Leaps & Turns
Eureka Saturday 11:45 AM-12:15 PM

Modern 1 & 2 Eureka         Saturday 1:00-1:45PM
Beg/PrePointe Eureka – Saturday 11:15-11:45 AM
Pointe     Eureka Saturday 10:00-10:30 AM

Beg/Int Tumble Eureka       Saturday 1:45-2:30 PM

Dress Code: To order dancewear go to: WWW.SHOPNIMBLY.COM/DANCEARTSTUDIOS
Girls: Leotard, tights, hair in ponytail or bun, pink ballet shoes, and TAN tap shoes, Jazz: TAN jazz shoes
       Hip Hop/Poms: Dancewear, hair in ponytail or bun, black jazz shoes (Poms), Tennis shoes (Hip Hop)– TBD
Boys: Athletic wear, Black ballet/jazz shoes, and black “oxford” tap shoes
Dance Season 2019 2020 - Celebrating 40 years of Inspiring Kids to Reach for the Stars! - Dance Art Dance Studio
2019-2020 Registration Handbook                         When and how do I pay?
                                                           The easiest way is to sign up for our free service—
      www.danceartstudios.com                              automatic credit card billing! We can charge your
Eureka: Legends Corporate Center, 98 Legends               tuition on a Visa, Mastercard, Discover, or American
Parkway, #107, Eureka, MO 63025                            Express. It‘s EASY, safe, and secure, and you‘ll never
636.938.4047                                               have a late fee. You may also stop in with cash, credit
                                                           card or check. Due dates will be posted in the studio.
Fenton: 2071 Bentley Plaza, Fenton, MO 63026
636.825.2102                                               WE DO NOT SEND paper statements.
                           Dance Art Dance Studios
                                        – St. Louis        Don‘t forget – payments received more than 5 days late
                                                           are subject to a $10.00 late fee. We also charge a
                                                           $25.00 fee for checks returned from the bank.

                                                           What are tuition rates?

Dear Dance Art Parents,
Welcome to Dance Art! We hope you have a wonderful
experience at our facilities. We will do everything we
can to help your child achieve his/her personal goals.

Below is some information that you will need to know.
Also, some things you might find interesting!

How long are sessions?
We do not have “sessions.” Rather, registration is for
the entire 40-week period, from August thru mid-June.
Start anytime…withdraws anytime, but we require a
two-week notice to withdraw from classes.

When are payments due?
Payments are collected four times a year:

1. Upon enrollment
2. October 15
3. January 15
4 April 15

If you would like to break up your payments even more
(10 times a year), the payments will be collected on the
following dates:

1. Upon enrollment      6. January 15
2. September 15         7. February 15
3. October 15           8. March 15
4. November 15          9. April 15
                                                           **Ask about our budget billing option for recital
5. December 15          10. May 15
                                                           costumes & fees.

                                                           How do I drop a class?
                                                           Please either email or call the studio. We require two week
      Classes begin August 19, 2019                        notice. Tuition will continue to be charged to your account
                                                           until two weeks after a withdrawal form is received.
                                                           Exception: Medical conditions that are validated by a
Dance Season 2019 2020 - Celebrating 40 years of Inspiring Kids to Reach for the Stars! - Dance Art Dance Studio
physician‘s statement. A credit will be issued with the
    prorated amount based upon the date we receive the written
    statement (retroactive requests cannot be granted, as it
    eliminates our opportunity to fill the vacated class spot).
                                                                                                    Ms. Michelle, Artistic Director &
                                                                                                    Owner has an extensive
    Can I get a refund if my child doesn’t like it?                                                 background in performance and
    Sure, and if it is your child‘s first class, we will refund all your
                                                                                                    teaching. Ms. Michelle has
    tuition. After the first class, we issue refunds, provided that
                                                                                                    performed with the Butler Ballet
    you have contacted us in writing and a two-week notice.
    No refunds for missed classes.                                                                  Company and the Des Moines
                                                                           Ballet Company. She has danced roles in The Nutcracker
                                                                           Suite, Cinderella, Coppelia, and The Hunchback of Notre
    Can my child make up a class that he/she missed?
                                                                           Dame. Other musical theater performances include
    Sure!! Just let us know ahead of time so we can make sure
    there is space available.                                              West Side Story, Peter Pan, and The Pajama Game. Ms.
                                                                           Michelle is also a certified ballroom instructor through
    Can I drop my child off for classes?                                   Fred Astaire Ballroom where she competed and taught.
    We are not equipped to supervise children before or after              She attended Butler University for dance performance
    class. Parents of children unable to safely supervise                  and arts administration. Ms. Michelle has been at
    themselves MUST stay onsite and in sight of their child.               Dance Art since 1995.

    How long has Dance Art been in business?                               Ms. Anna, Instructor is a veteran dance instructor. She
                  th
    This is our 38 year!! Founded in 1979                                  brings the passion of dance and focus to her classes.
                                                                           Ms. Anna also teaches our adult fitness classes. We are
    Is there a dress code?                                                 so excited to have her as part of our Dance Art Family!
    Dancers are expected to come to class dressed, in dance
    attire (leotard and tights) with hair pulled back or up, and the       Miss Annie, Instructor Started dancing at age three and
    correct shoes for each discipline. Please no street clothes (ex.       has been trained in ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical and hip
    T-shirts, jeans, basketball shorts, or pajama bottoms).                hop. She grew up in Eureka dancing at Renee Johnson's
                       Please refer to our website:                        Dance Studio. She was a part of Eureka High School
                       www.danceartstudios.com                             Golden Line for four years where she competed in
               For class specific and ordering instructions.
                                                                           poms, hip hop, mix, and jazz. From there she attended
    Why do you need my e-mail address?                                     Missouri State University and was a member on
    This is a must! We send out important information, we will
                                                                           Diamond Girls where she choreographed and danced
    remind you of upcoming events, tuition due dates, and more.            for the college baseball team, as well as dancing in
    Also, we send you photos of our fun events and videos of               student and faculty choreographed numbers. Annie
    your child‘s routines. You don‘t want to miss this, so please          graduated in May from Missouri State with a Bachelor
    let us know if your e-mail address changes! We do not share            of Science in Marketing.
    your e-mail address with anyone.
                                                                           Ms. Gayle, Instructor started dancing when she was six
                                                                           and has loved it ever since! She has been trained in
                                                                           ballet, jazz, lyrical, hip hop, poms, musical theater, and
              EARN A $20.00 CREDIT!                                        acro. She grew up in Savannah, MO dancing at
Our best advertising is word of mouth. If you refer a new                  Inspirations Dance Studio where she taught recreational
    student to us, we will give you a $20.00 credit!!                      and competitive classes throughout her high school
                                                                           career. She was a founding member and driving force to
                                                                           start the Golden Girls Dance Team at the Savannah High
                                                                           School as well as choreographing for them. Ms. Gayle
                                                                           attended Missouri State University and graduated with
            Make sure your friend gives your                               a degree in Entertainment Management. While at
               name when registering!                                      Missouri State, Ms. Gayle took many classes within the
                                                                           theater/dance department as well as choreographed
                                                                           and performed various dances for her sorority.
Dance Season 2019 2020 - Celebrating 40 years of Inspiring Kids to Reach for the Stars! - Dance Art Dance Studio
Gina, Instructor has been teaching dance and                  Miss Jess, Tumble & Cheer Coach & instructor. Miss
gymnastics to children of all ages for over 23 years. She     Jess is a Eureka High School Graduated. She began
studied Dance at Missouri State University and with           dancing at an early age and a Dance Art Alum. Miss Jess
Ludmillia Dokoudovsk, Antoni Zalewski, with the St.           also was a Eureka High School Cheerleader, and
Louis Ballet. Gina is also the author of The 1st Three        competitive Gymnast. We are excited to have her join
Years of Dance: Teaching Tips, Monthly Lesson Plans,          our faculty taking on our cheer & tumble program.
and Syllabi for Successful Dance Classes along with
other dance related books which are available on              Miss Jessy, Instructor. Ms. Jessy started her dance
Amazon.                                                       journey when she was 5 years old. She has trained in
                                                              ballet, tap, jazz, modern, contemporary, hip hop, and
Miss Hannah, Instructor began dancing at the age of 3         Irish Step Dance. She trained at Angie's School of Dance,
and continues to follow her passion. Hannah is a              Heavenly Rhythm, and Rena's Dance Unlimited. She
graduate of Eureka High School and is currently working       performed and choreographed for the Collinsville High
on her degree. She is a Dance Art alum, participated in       School Dance Team and won back to back State
the Dance Art company, and loves to work with our             Championships. Ms. Jessy graduated from Missouri
younger dancers. Miss Hannah’s bubbly and friendly            State University with a degree in Organizational
personality is a great addition to our Dance Art Family.      Communication and a minor in dance. Ms. Jessy was
                                                              also on the Diamond Girls Dance Team in college and
Miss Kristen, Instructor began dancing at the age of 4        served as captain for two years.
and hasn’t stopped since. Professionally, she has
danced with St. Louis Dance Theatre, Atrek Dance              Ms. Laurie, Instructor. Miss Laurie has danced for over
Collective, Common Thread Contemporary Dance                  34 years and has taught for more than 25. She has a
Company and El Monstero. She has worked with many             degree in Physical Education and a minor in health and
nationally recognized choreographers including Jessica        is CPR certified. She choreographed and performed in
Lang, Uri Sands, Michelle Heffner Hayes. She graduated        many productions including “Cinderella,” “The Music
from the University of Kansas with a Bachelor of Science      Man” and “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown.” She
in Journalism/Strategic Communications and a minor in         was the captain of her poms squad in college and after
dance. While at KU, she was a member of its University        college was a featured dancer in the Saloon Show at
Dance Company. Kristen first began teaching with              Silver Dollar City. Laurie also performed with the
Dance Art in 2010, is well-versed in many styles and          Sunshine Dance Company in Springfield, MO.
loves working with all ages. In addition to teaching          Over the years she has taught fitness and aerobics
dance, she is a certified yoga instructor.                    classes and she is certified to teach Zumba and Zumba
                                                              kids. Her favorite styles of dance are musical theatre,
Miss Jenny, Instructor took her first dance class when        tap and jazz
she was 5 years old and hasn't stopped since then. She
has trained in hip hop, jazz, ballet, tap, modern, Irish
Step Dance, and contemporary. She trained at Angie's
School of Dance, Heavenly Rhythm, and Rena's Dance
Unlimited while growing up in Collinsville, Illinois. While
in high school she was a member of the State Champion
Collinsville High School Dance Team and choreographed
for them. Ms. Jenny attended Missouri State University
and graduated with a degree in Organizational
Communication and dance minor. While at Missouri
State, Ms. Jenny performed in faculty choreographed
dance concerts in addition to performing and
choreographing for student choreographed dance
concerts.
Dance Season 2019 2020 - Celebrating 40 years of Inspiring Kids to Reach for the Stars! - Dance Art Dance Studio
SHOWTIME!
Is there a recital? Yes!
Dance Art actually has two recitals a year. A mid-year performance in January and our year-end performance in June.
Our goal is to provide a fun productions that will entertain everyone. Of course, participation is optional but strongly
encouraged.

January Recital and Costume Fees
The January show is a low-key performance. It is designed to get everyone up on stage and shoo away the winter-blues.
There is no dress rehearsal, costumes are minimal and is a lot of fun.
       Participation fee is $15 per dancer due with October 15th tuition.
       Tickets are sold for $12 for adults and $7 for children (12 and under.) Dancers do not
        need a ticket.

June Recital and Costume Fees

June Recital Fee
This fee is used to cover expenses incurred to produce our recital such as the auditorium, props, scenery, programs.
It includes (4) tickets and a (1) Recital Finale T-Shirt (additional tickets and t-shirts may be purchased.)
This is a per family fee of $95. ($10 extra for each additional child)

       $95 per family due by February 15th
June Recital Costumes
       Deposit: Due Nov. 15th $40 per student per costume
       Payment #2: Due Dec. 15th 50% of costume balance
       Payment #3: Due January 15th Remaining costume balance

             SNOW CANCELLATION POLICY

   In case of inclement weather, check the website
  (www.danceartstudios.com) or our Facebook page:
          Dance Art Dance Studio - St. Louis

     The decision to close is usually based on local
 conditions and whether our staff is able to make it to
                        the studio.
 Please note that we may be open even if area schools
are closed. If classes are canceled, you may schedule a
make-up class on your own at your own convenience.
         There are no refunds for snow days.

Updated: 7/31/19
Dance Season 2019 2020 - Celebrating 40 years of Inspiring Kids to Reach for the Stars! - Dance Art Dance Studio
Eureka: 98 Legends Parkway, #107, Eureka, MO 63025
 Fenton: 2071 Bentley Plaza, Fenton, MO 63026

(636) 938-4047                      WWW.DANCEARTSTUDIOS.COM   REGISTER TODAY!

2019-2020 Dance Art Calendar
OPEN HOUSES: Eureka:    July 29     6:00-8:00 PM
                        August 3     1:00-3:00 PM

             Fenton:    July 30    6:00-8:00 PM
                       August 3    10:00 AM - NOON

CLASSES BEGING: August 19

EUREKA DAY PARADE: September 10

STUDIO CLOSED:     Labor Day       September 3-5
                   Halloween       October 31st
                   Thanksgiving November 28-Dec 1
                   Winter Break December 22- Jan 1
                          Classes resume THURS., Jan 2
                   Spring Break     March 15-22
                   Memorial Day May 27
TREE LIGHTING PERFORMANCE: November 23
WINTER SHOW:        January 18, 2020(Tentative)
JUNE RECITAL & DRESS REHEARSAL: TBD
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