Grace School of Dance

Classes Begin January 11, 2010

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I hope everyone had a great Christmas and New Year. I am eager to begin classes this semester and looking forward to a beautiful recital in May!

We are accepting new students through the end of month. So if you know anyone interested please let me know or have them email me @ graceschoolofdance@hotmail.com.

We also have T-Shirts. They are $10/shirt. If you are interested please let me know!

See you all soon!

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First Week of Classes & Uniforms

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Thanks to everyone for a great first week of classes! I am excited and looking forward to a great 2009-2010 dance year! All the dancers are amazing and worked so hard; let me say or please relay a special "Thank You" from me to them as well.

I wanted to also remind everyone that is interested that I plan on placing a "bulk" dance wear order on Friday the 16th. So if your dancer needs a leotard, skirt, tights or shoes please email or call and let me know. The information is below if you have any questions.

Thanks again everyone and don't forget to follow our blog/website to receive email notifications as information about the school is updated online.

Full of Joy and Thankfulness,
Jessica Turner

Uniform Order Pricing

Adult:
Sansha Adult Split Sole Ballet Slipper $13.50
Capezio Adult Pink Convertible Tights $10.50
Adult Leotard camisole w/Low Back $12.00
Adult Wrap Skirt $12.00
Total Adult Package $38.00

Child:
Girl's Sansha "Star" Ballet Slipper $8.25
Child Transition Tight $9.40
Child Camisole w/Low Back $11.00
Child Pull On Skirt $11.50
Child Total Package $30.00

Registration

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Registration is now open until September 30th, 2009.

Please email or call Jessica to receive you registration form and return with registration fee by mail or in person.

Please keep in contact with site to receive updates about Open House scheduling.

Classes will be held at the Hamilton Recreation Center.

graceschoolofdance@hotmail.com or Jessica: 205.495.6348

Mission Statement

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Mission Statement
The Grace School of Dance is committed to worshipping God through dance. We will serve Him by offering technique classes, worship, choreography, rehearsals, and evangelism through dance, primarily classical ballet, to reach Marion County, surrounding areas and the world for Christ and His kingdom.

Apologetic
Philosophy
We believe God has created every man, woman, and child for His Glory and has equipped them with gifts in which to give him praise. For many, a gift God has given them to bring Him Glory is dance. Psalm 150.

We Believe
The Lord Jesus Christ
We believe that Jesus Christ is the only Son of God, born of the Virgin Mary, lived a blameless life here on earth, was crucified for our sins and on the third day rose again. He now sits at the right hand of the Father in Heaven.

“The Word became flesh and dwelt among us. We have seen His glory, the glory of the One and Only, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth.” John 1:14

Salvation
We believe that all men are born with a sinful nature that can only be redeemed through faith in Jesus Christ and the resurrection power of the cross; and that through this faith we receive eternal life with our Father in Heaven.

The Holy Spirit
We believe in the Holy Trinity of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. We believe in the baptism and manifestations of the Holy Spirit and the gifts thereof.

The Holy Scriptures
We believe that the Scriptures are God-breathed and are inspired by His Spirit and that the Word of God is living and active.

Evangelism
We believe in the Great Commission; the calling to go and make disciples of many nations and to spread the good news of Christ. We believe the great commission is the obligation of every believer.

Vision
The vision is a studio and space where technique classes and rehearsals are housed to provide training on how to use the gift of dance to glorify and honor God, and encourage the body of Christ through dance ministry. Students will be trained on the importance of prayer, worship, praise and evangelism. We desire to go out and minister to the people and body of Christ in the Marion County, surrounding areas and around the world to fulfill the great commission and see the body of Christ unified and purified for the coming of our beloved King and His Kingdom.

Goal
Grace School of Dance and Ministries’ goal is to see students trained and equipped to carry the message of Jesus Christ in dance to their communities and the world to glorify God.

Objective
Faculty members are committed to establishing a sound spiritual environment, that is secure, calm, organized, and accountable and that carries out the mission statement that structurally upholds its philosophy. Faculty members are dedicated to worshipping the Lord in dance and providing a Christian world-view of the arts within a Christ centered environment.

It is our wish to impart a love for the Lord first and then dance and to encourage each student to reach their highest level physically and spiritually in dance. Our school serves the body of Christ in all ages that possess the desire to know God intimately and worship Him through dance. We desire to give excellent training with personal and loving instruction and spiritual discipleship. We will teach the discipline of body and mind and provide biblical instruction through prayer and knowledge of God’s Word. This will equip each student to minister to their communities and the world through dance from the guidance of the Holy Spirit, revealing His love and presence for the Glory of our King.

Performing opportunities serve as an opportunity to minister to the body of Christ, people in our community and world. We believe the creative process communicates the spiritual truths of God, His Word, and His purposes. So that the lost may be saved, the sick healed, the bride be made ready, and that the Lord may be glorified and His kingdom manifest itself here on earth.

Rules & Attire for Ballet Class

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Rules & Attire for Dance Class
Class starts promptly at indicated time. Please arrive as early as you need to be ready for class.
Classes are at times fast moving, so please do not wear large chains or necklaces, large earrings, watches or bracelets in class. No gum is allowed and please use the restroom before class begins.

Pre-Ballet –Ballet 2
All students need to wear a light pink leotard over pink tights. We ask that they wear a light pink skirt over their leotard as well. We prefer canvas split sole ballet shoes. please no "house slipper ballet shoes" as they cause the dancer fall frequently. Please pull hair up and secure back from face.

Ballet 3-Ballet 4
All students need to wear a black leotard over pink convertible tights. We ask that they wear a non see-through black skirt or loose black shorts that are not restrictive. We prefer canvas split sole ballet shoes. Please pull hair up and secure back from face.

For dance clothing please visit online or by catalog:
They will be able to assist you with sizing and all other questions you may have regarding dance apparel.

My Suggestions:

Discount Dance Supply
www.discountdance.com

Pre - Ballet & Ballet 1:
1480C by Capezio® Child ABT Camisole Leotard in Light Pink On Sale $14.95 (view)
1483C by Capezio® Child ABT Pull-On Skirt in Light Pink On Sale $9.32 (view)
15C by Sansha “Star” Child Ballet Slipper $8.25 (view)
T200C by Dance Department Child Convertible Tights in ballet pink$6.90 (view)

Ballet 2:
1480C by Capezio® Child ABT Camisole Leotard in Black On Sale $14.95 (view)
1471C by Capezio® Child ABT Wrap Skirt On Sale $8.72 (view)
15C by Sansha “Star” Child Ballet Slipper $8.25 (view)
T200C by Dance Department Child Convertible Tights in ballet pink$6.90 (view)

Ballet 3 & Ballet 4:
D5100 by Dance Department Adult Low Scoop Back Camisole in Black $12.15 (view)
1471 by Capezio® Adult ABT Wrap Skirt in black On Sale $9.32 (view)
S0277L by Bloch® "Pump" Split-Sole Canvas Ballet Slipper in Pink $15.75 (view)
1873 by Capezio® Adult Transition Tight in Pink On Sale $8.52 (view)

Tuition & Fees

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Tuition:

Tuition fees are monthly fees determined by class or classes.

Registration fees are $35/student. If there is more than one student from a single family the fee is $50. Registration fees are non-refundable and due at time of enrollment.

Tuition is not pro-rated for missed classes or holidays.

Tuition is due the first of every month. After the 10th day it is considered late.

The late fee is $15.

Returned checks will have a $20 fee.

For your convenience, there will be a tuition box in the studio.

Monthly Payments:

Tuition is due the first of every month. After the 10th day it is considered late.

The late fee is $15.

Returned checks will have a $20 fee.

Semester Payments:

1st semester: 3/months - Please pay by the 10th of October.

2nd semester: 5/months – please pay by the 10th of January.

The late fee is $15.

Yearly Payment:

10 months- Please pay by the 10th of October.

The late fee is $15.

Sibling Discount:
If more than one student from a family registers for classes; the family may take a 15% discount off of total tuition.

Additional Fees:
Annual Registration Fee
Recital Fees (2 performances/9 months)
Costume Fees (2 performances/9 months)
Private Lessons $20/hour

MONTHLY RATES:
PRE-BALLET $30/MONTH
BALLET 1 $35/MONTH
BALLET 2 $35/MONTH
BALLET 3 $40/MONTH
BALLET 4 $40/MONTH

Class Schedule & Description 2009/2010

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Classes will begin on Monday, October 4, 2009. They will be held weekly and holidays will follow that of the Marion County Public School Calendar (view here). Classes begin promptly, please come dressed appropriately (view class attire post) and a few minutes early. Ballet 3 & 4 please arrive at least 10 minutes early to stretch before class begins.

Pre-Ballet: Ages 3&4 (Fee $30/Month)
Monday from 1:30pm - 2:30pm or Thursday 1:30pm - 2:30pm Students will be introduced to classical ballet technique by learning basic movements and stretches at the barre and center floor through creative teaching. At the end of class there will be a time for dress up and creative movement to encourage dancing in a public environment.

Ballet 1: Ages 5&6 (Fee $35/Month)
Thursday 4pm - 5pm Students will be introduced to classical ballet technique by learning basic movements and stretches at the barre and center floor through creative teaching. They will learn how to connect moves together to form variations. At the end of class there will be a time for dress up and creative movement to encourage dancing in a public environment.

Ballet 2: Ages 7-10 (Fee $35/Month)
Thursday 5pm - 6pm In this class students will be taught classical ballet technique by learning a series of moves and stretches at the barre and center floor through personalized teaching. They will learn how to connect moves together to form variations.

Ballet 3: Ages 11-13 (Fee $40/Month)
Monday 4pm - 5pm In this class students will be taught classical ballet technique by learning a series of moves and stretches at the barre and center floor through personalized teaching. They will learn how to connect moves together to form variations. They will be taught ballet vocabulary, counting music and choreography.

Ballet 4: Ages 14 & Up (Fee $40/Month)
Monday 5:15pm - 7:30pm In this class students will be taught classical ballet technique by learning a intermediate moves and stretches at the barre and center floor through personalized teaching. They will learn how to connect moves together to form variations, be taught ballet vocabulary, counting music and choreography.

Instructor: Jessica Turner

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Jessica Turner began training in classical ballet at the age of 12 years old in her hometown of Auburn, Alabama. By the age of 14, she was training at a professional level and traveling to dance schools in Montgomery, Tuscaloosa, and New York. Jessica studied ballet from professional instructors and in prestigious dance schools such as Joffrey Ballet in New York, American Ballet Theatre in New York, Alabama Dance Theatre and Ballet Magnificat. At the age of 18, Jessica decided to follow the call of the Lord and attend college and become a dance teacher in 2000. Since then Jessica has been teaching ballet from within a Christ-centered environment and training dancers at all levels how to use the gift of excellent dance training to glorify the Lord. After graduating from Auburn in fashion design Jessica has continued to teach dance and design for fashion company, Alabama Chanin. She is now residing with her husband and son in Hamilton, AL.