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Adult Open Level French Language Classes | Fridays | 10:15- 11:15 | 5 weeks | Sylvie Gaillard
$125.00
Adult Open Level French Language Classes | Fridays | 10:15- 11:15 | 5 weeks | Sylvie Gaillard
Instructor: Sylvie Gaillard, WSPA Language Instructor
She has taught the French Language continuously for decades and has been in Seattle teaching French for Highline Community College for the past for 11 years. She will be offering a 5 week course in the French Language at WSPA that will be held before her Ballet Class. Sylvie is comfortable teaching a multi- level class with beginners and those experienced in the French Language. She creates a warm and encouraging environment for learning and teens and adults are invited to join in this workshop. We warmly welcome Sylvie to our Faculty.
Sylvie also comes to WSPA with decades of dance and teaching experience in Classical Ballet and has taught and studied in France. She holds a Diplomas from the Royal Academy of Dancing as well as the Ecole Superieure d 'Etudes Choreographiques in Paris which is recognized by the Minister of French Culture.She has taught all levels in classical Ballet and Character work. She is a member who selects Teachers for the Conservatories in Paris and meets each year traveling and vetting candidates. She has studied with Gilbert Canova, Director of Ballet Master of the Geneva Theater and Opera di Roma. S
Adult Open Level French Language Classes | Fridays | 10:15- 11:15 | 5 weeks | Nov. 9- Dec. 14th | | Sylvie Gaillard
$125.00
Adult Open Level French Language Classes | Fridays | 10:15- 11:15 | 5 weeks | Nov. 9- Dec. 14th | | Sylvie Gaillard
Instructor: Sylvie Gaillard, WSPA Language Instructor
She has taught the French Language continuously for decades and has been in Seattle teaching French for Highline Community College for the past for 11 years. She will be offering a 5 week course in the French Language at WSPA that will be held before her Ballet Class. Sylvie is comfortable teaching a multi- level class with beginners and those experienced in the French Language. She creates a warm and encouraging environment for learning and teens and adults are invited to join in this workshop. We warmly welcome Sylvie to our Faculty.
Sylvie also comes to WSPA with decades of dance and teaching experience in Classical Ballet and has taught and studied in France. She holds a Diplomas from the Royal Academy of Dancing as well as the Ecole Superieure d 'Etudes Choreographiques in Paris which is recognized by the Minister of French Culture.She has taught all levels in classical Ballet and Character work. She is a member who selects Teachers for the Conservatories in Paris and meets each year traveling and vetting candidates. She has studied with Gilbert Canova, Director of Ballet Master of the Geneva Theater and Opera di Roma. S
Advanced Jazz | Ages 13 to 20 | Wednesdays | NEW TIME 7:45 to 8:45pm | 18 weeks (Steele)
$420.00
Ballet 1 | Ages 7 | Mondays | 4:30 to 5:45pm | 18 weeks | 22.5 hours instruction (Juarez)
$525.00
Ballet 1 | Ages 7 | Mondays | 4:30 to 5:45pm | 18 weeks | 22.5 hours instruction
$525 No Hidden Registration Fees/ Production or Costume Fees
Starts September 10- January 21
Winter Performance " Nutcracker" December 7,8,9
Instructor: Christine Juarez , Director, WSPA
Attire Recommended Styles:
Pink Tights ( Bloch T1935G Adaptatoe Elite Children's Convertible Tights)
Shoes ( Hanami 2037W Pink Ballet Slipper) runs very narrow for a wider foot (BunnyHop Slipper SO225G Pink)
Turquoise tank Leotard.Online purchase or example www.discountdance.com N5501C turquoise tank leotard
Boys: White ankle socks, White Ballet Slippers, white Short Sleeve Leotard
Ballet 1 is an introductory level that builds on the concepts of locomotion, body awareness, pathways, dance vocabulary, sequencing and a strong sense of anatomy. An 18 week curriculum is followed that bases each class on a strong concept of movement, space or the body and how it works. A twist on the traditional classical ballet class we will start each with a class with a vigorous series of locomotor movements across the floor, for example: skips, gallops, chasses, and prances. Ballet 1 digs deeper into the classical ballet vocabulary with a beginner barre , center floor and jumping sections of class. Peer to peer correction, French vocabulary and the use of musical terms such as ; Adagio, moderato, allegro, presto etc are all woven into the class for a full experience.
Teaching philosophy: I have a very strong philosophy of respect in the classroom. Student to teacher, Teacher to Student ,Students to each other, the space and the learning environment. Every student is an individual that learns in a unique way. My job as a teacher is to choose the best language and examples to create a stimulating and playful learning environment. I choose to eliminate negative words in the classroom like” No”,” not” or” wrong.” I believe in transparency. I crave an authentic and healthy relationship with both my students and their families.
Ballet 2 | Ages 8 | Twice Weekly Tues/Thur | 4:15 to 5:30pm | 18 weeks | 36 classes | 45 hours of instruction | $1,000 (Juarez)
$1,000.00
Ballet 2 | Ages 8 | Twice Weekly Tues/Thur | 4:15 to 5:30pm | 18 weeks | 36 classes | 45 hours of instruction | $1,000 (Juarez)
Starts September 11- January 23
No registration, Performance or Costume fees
Nutcracker Performance December 7.8 Chief Sealth Auditorium
Instructor: Christine Juarez, Director WSPA
Girls Attire:
Pink Tights (Bloch T1935G Adaptatoe Elite Children's Convertible Tights)
Shoes (Hanami 2037W Pink Ballet Slipper) runs very narrow for a wider foot (BunnyHop Slipper SO225G Pink)
Leotard Tank turquoise Leotard and alternate color Black. (Same Color as Ballet 1) online examples or purchase of leotards www.discountdance.com style number N5501C Theatricals Tank Leotard Turquoise
Boys Attire:
Boys: White ankle socks, White Ballet Slippers, white Short Sleeve Leotard
Ballet 2 can be used as an introductory level or one that builds on Creative, Pre-Ballet and Ballet 1. The concepts of locomotion, body awareness, pathways, dance vocabulary, sequencing ,musicality, and a strong emphasis on anatomy, core strength and the use of proper alignment are strongly taught at this level. An 18 week curriculum is followed that bases each class on concepts of movement, space or the body and how it functions. A rehearsal component is included in this class to prepare them to perform in the Seasonal Concert.
A twist on the traditional classical ballet class we will class with a vigorous series of locomotor movements across the floor, for example: skips, gallops, chasses, and prances. Ballet 2 does include a full barre, center work and petite allegro and grand allegro exercises. It digs deeper into the classical ballet vocabulary French vocabulary and the use of musical terms such as ; Adagio, moderato, allegro, presto etc are all woven into the class for a full experience. Teaching philosophy: I have a very strong philosophy of respect in the classroom. Student to teacher, Teacher to Student ,Students to each other, the space and the learning environment. Every student is an individual that learns in a unique way. My job as a teacher is to choose the best language and examples to create a stimulating and playful learning environment. I choose to eliminate negative words in the classroom like” No”,” not” or” wrong.” I believe in transparency. I crave an authentic and healthy relationship with both my students and their families.
Ballet 3 | Ages 8 to 9 | Twice Weekly (Mon/Wed) | Mon 5:45 to 7:15pm & Wed 5:30 to 7pm | 36 classes. 54 hours of instruction (Juarez)
$1,175.00
Ballet 3 | Ages 8 to 9 | Twice Weekly (Mon/Wed) | Monday 5:45 to 7:15pm & Wednesday 5:30 to 7pm | 18 weeks. 36 classes. 54 hours of instruction | $1,175(Juarez)
$1175 for 36 classes No Registration, Production or Costume Fees
Classes Begin September 10th- January 23
Rehearsal 3 is typically taken along with this class. Rehearsal 3 is solely devoted to working with a choreographer on classical ballet choreography for the Winter production of Nutcracker on Dec, 7,8,9
Other popular classes taken along with this class are
Modern 3
Hip Hop 3
Jazz 3/4
Instructor: Christine Juarez, Director WSPA
Attire:
Pink Tights ( Bloch T1935G Adaptatoe Elite Children's Convertible Tights)
Shoes ( Hanami 2037W Pink Ballet Slipper) runs very narrow for a wider foot (BunnyHop Slipper SO225G Pink)
Leotard: Lulli Girls Brushed Cotton Leotard Lavendar ( discountdance.com style # LuB203C)
Boys: White ankle socks, White Ballet Slippers, white Short Sleeve Leotard
Ballet 3 can be used as an introductory level for those students 10-11 years who show the maturity to dive in and work hard. Students would be asked to take a placement class if they are new to dance and have not taken ballet in the past 2 years. Ballet 3 can also can be taken as a sequential class following Ballet 2. The concepts of locomotion, body awareness, pathways, dance vocabulary, sequencing, musicality, and a strong emphasis on anatomy, core strength and the use of proper alignment are strongly taught at this level. An 18 week curriculum is followed that bases each class on concepts of movement, space or the body and how it functions.
A twist on the traditional classical ballet class we will begin each class with a vigorous series of locomotor movements across the floor, for example: skips, gallops, chasses, and prances. Ballet 3 continues with a full barre, center work petite allegro and grand allegro exercises. It continues to dig deeper into the classical ballet vocabulary French vocabulary and the use of musical terms such as; Adagio, moderato, allegro, and presto. This is strictly a technique class. Students wishing to need to register for Rehearsal 3 which meets after class on Wednesdays. Those enrolled will have 2-3 dances in our Seasonal Concert. Contemporary /Modern 3 is highly recommended along with Rehearsal for this level.
Teaching philosophy: I have a very strong philosophy of respect in the classroom. student to teacher, teacher to student ,students to each other, the space and the learning environment. Every student is an individual that learns in a unique way. My job as a teacher is to choose the best language and examples to create a stimulating and playful learning environment. I choose to eliminate negative words in the classroom like” No”,” not” or” wrong.” I believe in transparency. I crave an authentic and healthy relationship with both my students and their families.
Ballet 6/7/Pointe | by placement | Three times per week (Tues/Thur/Sat) | Tues 7 to 8:45. Thurs 7 to 8:30 | Sat 12:30 to 2pm | 18 weeks | 54 classes | 81 hours of instruction (Morser)
$1,668.00
Ballet 6/7/Pointe | by placement | Three times per week (Tues/Thur/Sat) | Tues 7 to 8:45. Thurs 7 to 8:30 | Sat 12:30 to 2pm | 18 weeks | 54 classes | 81 hours of instruction | $1,668 (Morser)
No Registration, Costume or Production Fees
September 11- January 28th
Instructors:
Christine Juarez, Director WSPA (Thursday/Saturday)
Madeline Morser, WSPA Dance Faculty ( Tuesdays)
Ballet 6/7 is an advanced technical level. Students who have been dancing at in intermediate level or advanced level for 5 years or more would be eligible for this level. Class will be taught at a high skill level emphasizing barre, center, petite and grand allegro. Multiple turns, beats in petite allegro and longer floor sequences. Strength, flexibility, musicality and emphasis on proper alignment are strongly taught at this level. Artistry at the highest level will be taught. Ballet 6/7 is our most advanced technical level and we welcome dancers studying ballet with a focus on skill, those that may be entertaining a future as a dance major or minor in college a professional career in dance or those that have danced in their lives and desire an advanced level of training.
Students are invited to enroll in Pointe Technique.. This is strictly a technique class. Students wishing to perform need to register for Rehearsal 6/7 on Saturdays. Those enrolled will have 2-3 dances in our Seasonal Winter Concert. Contemporary Modern 5 , Jazz 4/5 and Lyrical 6/7 are highly recommended as a performance component to this class.
Teaching philosophy: I have a very strong philosophy of respect in the classroom. Student to teacher, teacher to student ,students to each other, the space and the learning environment. Every student is an individual that learns in a unique way. My job, as a teacher, is to choose the best language and examples to create a stimulating and playful learning environment. I choose to eliminate negative words in the classroom like” No”,” not” or” wrong.” I believe in transparency. I crave an authentic and healthy relationship with both my students and their families.
Beg/Int Ballet | Mondays |10:15am-11:45am
$450.00
Course: 18 weeks Drop In $27 or 18 classes/ $450 Morning Class Special Price
Septemeber 11- January 22
Instructor: Christine Juarez
Executive Director of West Seattle Performing Arts, has been directing dance programs for the past 23 years. She has served as the Summer Dance Coordinator directing a national program and teaching for the Preparatory Dance Faculty at Cornish College of the Arts since 1994. She is part of the External Programming team for the college. She has been the acting Director of Dance for Vashon Center for the Arts since 1996 on Vashon Island, WA and the Artistic Director of the Vashon Center for the Arts, a pre-professional dance company, Christine has dedicated two decades bringing the classical and contemporary arts to communities in the Seattle area . She has directed and taught dance to diverse populations for the past 34 years.. Christine has also served on the dance faculty of Washington University in St. Louis. She holds a M.S. from Indiana University in Modern dance and Physical Sciences and a B.S. in Ballet and Music from the Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University. Christine is a Master Artist in Residence for the state of Washington and enjoys collaborative projects annually with classroom teachers integrating academics and movement She has staged numerous full length ballets. Christine is thrilled to introduce her program and stellar faculty to the artists of the community.
Adult Beginner/ Intermediate Ballet is a perfect class for those wishing to learn the fundamentals of classical Ballet or to build on a foundation of classical training already in place. There will be a focus on building strong core and proper alignment to allow the body to work economically and easily within it's structure. Barre work, stretching, center floor exercises and combinations across the floor will be introduced and taught for all types of learners. Jumping exercises will also be taught and options for lower impact jumps will be offered as an alternative. A love of moving, music, and camaraderie will all be embraced in this adult class. Invite a friend to join you.
Attire: leggings, yoga pants, leotard, t-shirs, Ballet slippers, hair back, no jewelry and a good attitude!
Beg/Intermediate Modern | Tuesdays | 7:30pm-8:30pm | Adult |
$390.00
Children’s Tap | Ages 5 to 7 | Tuesdays | 3:45 to 4:30pm | 18 weeks (Moor)
$400.00
Children’s Tap | Ages 5 to 7 | Tuesdays | 3:45 to 4:30pm | 18 weeks $315 (Moor)
Starts September 11- January 22
No Registration Fees, Production or Costume Fees
Performance December 8,9 Cheif Sealth Auditorium
Instructor: Alissa Moor, WSPA Faculty
Introductory Tap 5-7 years and is open to new students who are ready to learn the basics and more. Students should have a strong desire to learn. Class will encompass strong locomotion across the floor, traditional footwork and repetition of musical rhythms and strong sense of musicality. Body percussion and basic combinations will also be taught. More complex combination will be introduced as student’s progress.
Dress code is loose fitting clothing that easy to move in and tap shoes. Hair back and no jewelry.
Copy of F 19 Children’s Tap | Ages 5 to 7 | Tuesdays | 3:30- 4:15 | 18 weeks (Moor)|
$360.00
Children’s Tap | Ages 5 to 7 | Tuesdays |3:30-4:15 | 18 weeks $360(Moor)
No Registration Fees, Production or Costume Fees
Starts September 10- January 20
Tentative Performance Decemeber 7,8 Cheif Sealth Auditorium
Instructor: Alissa Moor, WSPA Faculty
Introductory Tap 5-7 years and is open to new students who are ready to learn the basics and more. Students should have a strong desire to learn. Class will encompass strong locomotion across the floor, traditional footwork and repetition of musical rhythms and strong sense of musicality. Body percussion and basic combinations will also be taught. More complex combination will be introduced as student’s progress.
Dress code is loose fitting clothing that easy to move in and tap shoes. Hair back and no jewelry.
Copy of SP 21 " Nutcracker 2020 Big Clara H"
$25.00
Congratulations!You are purchasing a downloadable link- This will be sent to you via the email you fill in at your order.
There are two versions of Nutcracker:
*Nutcracker Big Clara H
*Nutcracker Small Clara G
Please check the cast list below to see if your dancer is in this version>.
Please understand that it will take a day or two to get this to you- as we download them and send them out.
Once you save the download-you are welcome to share it with our blessing!
The Cast:
The Nutcracker Show H- Big Clara (Emme)
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Clara |
Emme Bajocich Mrs. Stalbaum Lisa Bajocich |
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Chefs |
Curtis Juarez, Emma Hess- Yoder,Leona Hill, Vanessa Juarez |
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Party Scene children |
Cailin Stampe, Kathe Su, Khloe Song, Avi Roirdan,Sage Liddell |
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Little Ballerina Dolls |
Amelia McAndrews, Scarlet Benelisha, Lilliana Hollaman,Julia Kuntz |
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Small Arabian |
Lillian Ordell, Peyton Plenkovich |
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Ballerina Doll |
Alyssa Noble |
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Soldier Doll |
Sam Sherick |
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Mice |
Celeste Iniquez, Elsa Vogl, Sage Liddell, Mia Seagraves |
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Mouse Queen |
Mae Bouvier |
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Soldiers |
Natalie Warren, Elizabeth Greene, Lola Gasbarra, Crane Banker |
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Nutcracker |
Lois Barton |
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Little Snowflakes |
Mila Hall, Lucy Malloy, Isla Nohle, Isabelle Sewell, Elle Hunt |
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Snowflakes |
Sage Liddell, Mia Seagraves, Elsa Vogl, Celeste Iniquez |
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Snow Corps |
Rose Lindblom,Kate Edelstien, Jade Schmittner, Daphne Sweetland, Finlay McRae |
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Snow Cavalier |
Max Howard |
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Escorts into the Land of Sweets |
Dior Webb, Gabriel Eberle, Anneke Vanderspek, Zoe Wilcox, McKinnley Long |
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Dewdrop Fairy |
Finlay MacRae |
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Dewdrop/ Sugar plum court |
Mae Bouvier, Lois Barton, Natalie Warren |
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Sugar Plum Fairy |
Rose Lindblom, Kalea Tschirhart |
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Cavalier |
Max Howard |
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Spanish |
Lola Gasbarra, Lois Barton, Crane Banker |
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Chinese |
Kate Edelstein, Daphne Sweetland |
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Mother Ginger |
Natalie Warren |
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Gingerettes |
Isla Nohle, Isabelle Sewell, Mila Hall, Lucy Malloy,ElleHunt |
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Russian Trio |
Max Howard, Rose Lindblom, Finlay MacRae |
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Mirliton |
Kate Edelstein, Jade Schmittner, Daphne Sweetland, Max Howard, Finlay MacRae, Rose Lindblom |
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Arabian |
Sam Sherick, Alyssa Noble, Kalea Tschirhart |
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Arabian Lead |
Lula Wendel |
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Waltz lead |
Kalea Tschirhart |
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Waltz Corps |
Finlay MacRae, Kate Edelstein, Max Howard, Daphne Sweetland, Jade Schmittner, Rose Lindblom |
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Sugar Plum at the end |
Kate Edelstein |
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Creative Movement | Ages 3-5 yrs| Fridays | 9:00-to 10:00am | 18 weeks (Coben)
$420.00
Creative Movement | Ages 3-5 yrs| Fridays | 9:00-to 10:00am | 18 weeks (Coben)
Starts September 14th- January 25th
Instructor: Faith Coben, WSPA Dance Faculty
Faith Coben is a graduate of Cornish College of the Arts, and holds a BFA in Dance. She is currently teaching in Seattle and area studios and loves instructing all Ages. Her playful approach to creative movement engages each student with imagination and passion. She uses props, verbal cues, and imagery to lead parents and their adult guardians.
Description: 3-5 years
Attire; Pink Leotard and pink tights and pink ballet slippers. Hair back.
Creative Movement | Ages 3-5 yrs| Fridays | 9:00-to 10:00am | 18 weeks (Coben)
$420.00
Creative Movement | Ages 3-5 yrs| Fridays | 9:00-to 10:00am | 18 weeks (Coben)
Starts September 14th- January 25th
Instructor: Faith Coben, WSPA Dance Faculty
Faith Coben is a graduate of Cornish College of the Arts, and holds a BFA in Dance. She is currently teaching in Seattle and area studios and loves instructing all Ages. Her playful approach to creative movement engages each student with imagination and passion. She uses props, verbal cues, and imagery to lead parents and their adult guardians.
Description: 3-5 years
Attire; Pink Leotard and pink tights and pink ballet slippers. Hair back.
DVD Spring Performance " Original Works and Midsummer Night's Dream" Saturday, May 19th
$30.00
This icon will purchase one of our performance DVD's from our Spring Performance "Rodeo and Original Works ." May 20th at Chief Sealth Auditorium. The office will call you when your DVD is ready for pick up before June 11th.
We will take payment at the desk and online. Please call the office at 206-935-3777 if you would like to make other arrangements for pick up.
DVD Holiday Show Sunday, December 9th Purchase $30
$30.00
This icon will purchase one of our performance DVD's from our Holiday Performance December 9th at Chief Sealth Auditorium. DVD's will be available for pick up at the studio from January 5th - thru the January 30th 3:00-8:00 p.m.
We will take payment at the desk and online. Please call the office at 206-935-3777 if you would like to make other arrangements for pick up.
Early Release Ballet 1 | Ages 7 | Wednesdays | 1:30 to 3pm | 18 weeks (Juarez)
$525.00
Early Release Ballet 1 | Ages 7 | Wednesdays | 1:30 to 3pm | 18 weeks | $525 (Juarez)
$525 No Hidden Registration Fees/ Production or Costume Fees
Starts September 12 -January 22
Winter Performance " Nutcracker" December 7,8,9
Instructor: Christine Juarez , Director, WSPA
Attire Recommended Styles:
Pink Tights ( Bloch T1935G Adaptatoe Elite Children's Convertible Tights)
Shoes ( Hanami 2037W Pink Ballet Slipper) runs very narrow for a wider foot (BunnyHop Slipper SO225G Pink)
Turquoise tank Leotard.Online purchase or example www.discountdance.com N5501C turquoise tank leotard
Boys: White ankle socks, White Ballet Slippers, white Short Sleeve Leotard
Ballet 1 is an introductory level that builds on the concepts of locomotion, body awareness, pathways, dance vocabulary, sequencing and a strong sense of anatomy. An 18 week curriculum is followed that bases each class on a strong concept of movement, space or the body and how it works. A twist on the traditional classical ballet class we will start each with a class with a vigorous series of locomotor movements across the floor, for example: skips, gallops, chasses, and prances. Ballet 1 digs deeper into the classical ballet vocabulary with a beginner barre , center floor and jumping sections of class. Peer to peer correction, French vocabulary and the use of musical terms such as ; Adagio, moderato, allegro, presto etc are all woven into the class for a full experience.
Teaching philosophy: I have a very strong philosophy of respect in the classroom. Student to teacher, Teacher to Student ,Students to each other, the space and the learning environment. Every student is an individual that learns in a unique way. My job as a teacher is to choose the best language and examples to create a stimulating and playful learning environment. I choose to eliminate negative words in the classroom like” No”,” not” or” wrong.” I believe in transparency. I crave an authentic and healthy relationship with both my students and their families.
Early Release Ballet 1 | Ages 7 | Wednesdays | 1:30 to 3pm | 18 weeks (Juarez)
$570.00
Early Release Ballet 1 | Ages 7 | Wednesdays | 1:30 to 3pm | 18 weeks | $570 (Juarez)
No Registration Fees or Performance/ Costume Fees
Instructor: Christine Juarez, Director WSPA
F 20 Adult Drop In DANCE Class | $44.00 | 2 hour dance class | Can be used for any 2 hour class class
$44.00
WSPA offers a drop-in class option for Adult Dance Classes and Conditioning Classes only for our Fall and Spring Terms.
SPECIAL! WSPA does offer a Drop-in package at a discount for adults purchasing 10 classes.
Adults have the option of purchasing single drop-in classes by loading their carts. WSPA will add them to our drop-in log book. Instructors will record their attendance.
Please note what class you are registering for and “ Live Spot in Class” or “ Zoom Participant.”
Please call or email to confirm your drop-in class is in session and has met the minimum enrollment.
WSPA offers drop-in classes for our summer sessions to all Youth and Adults for a flexible summer option.
Youth classes are offered as an 18-week term only. Youth register for a term and can arrange payment plans upon request.
F 19 Adult Intermediate Modern | Thursdays | 9:30 to 11am | 18 weeks | (Co-Taught by WSPA Faculty)
$450.00
Adult Intermediate Modern | Thursdays | 9:30 to 11am | 18 weeks | $450 (1 class free!) or $29 per class (Co-Taught by WSPA Faculty)
Starts September 12- January 16
Adult morning classes are discounted. Drop in Students may purchase a drop in card with a minimum of 4 classes at the front desk or online. Your attendance will be noted at the front desk when you attend class. You may carry your drop in class card for a year.
Instructor; WSPA Dance Faculty
Attire: Comfortable Clothing- ie Leggings, T-Shirt, tights, Leotard, bare feet and socks.
Description:
Adult Modern Beginner/ Intermediate Thursdays is open to those with some background in dance or those that are beginners and have a desire to learn. This will be a solid modern class including floor work, centre warm ups and combinations that include swings, spirals, level changes and all of the traditional techniques included in modern technique. Pulling from body somatics along with Bartenieff fundamentals the movement presented flows through the body while challenging the core and strength. Upbeat music and fun combinations give this class a full bodied workout with a great group of dancers there to move and get back into their bodies. Come try a class!
F 19 Modern 1 | Ages 6 | Thursdays | 4:45 to 5:45pm | 18 weeks|Morser)
$440.00
Modern 1 | Ages 6 | Thursdays| 4:45 to 5:45pm | 18 weeks. (Morser)
No Registration, Production or costume fees.
Classes January 30- June 4
Performance Dates May 16-17
Instructor: Madeline Morser, WSPA Dance Faculty
Class Description:
F 19 Modern 3/4 | Ages 9 to 10 | Tuesdays | 6:30 to 7:30pm | 18 weeks (Morser)
$440.00
F 19 Nutcracker Rehearsal 6/7 | Saturday | 2:00-3:15 | Taken along with Ballet 6/7
$320.00
F 19 Parent Toddler Dance | Ages 18 months to 2.5 years | Tuesdays | 9:15 to 10am | 18 weeks (Coben)
$315.00
Parent Toddler Dance | Ages 18 months to 2.5 years | Tuesdays | 9:15 to 10am | 18 weeks (Coben)
Starts January 29th- June 4th
No Registration, or additional Fees
Instructor: Faith Coben, WSPA Dance Faculty
Description: 18 months- 2.5 years
This class is taken with your child as grandparent/guardian/ nanny or parent. If your child likes to explore get hands on with instruments, move to music and work with props in a guided way join us!/Guardians and Parents are in the classroom with their little ones. Concepts are introduced each class for exploration.
Attire; Comfortable clothing and bare feet.
F 19 Teen/ Adult Ballet Barre | Thursday |7:15-8:30 |
$545.00
F 19 Teen/ Adult Ballet Barre | Thursday |7:15-8:30 |
September 12- January 16
Instructor: Madeline Morser
Class Description: This is an introductory classical ballet class that will focus on Barre work that creates strong core muscles, coordination, musicality and the integration of the mind and body. This is a great way to get back into ballet if you have had decades off or literally step into classical training if you have always wanted to train. Give it a try!
Attire: Comfortable, stretchy clothing, leggings, solid leotard,tight t-shirts hair back, pink ballet slippers.
F 19b Modern 3/4 | Ages 9 to 10 | Tuesdays | 6:30 to 7:30pm | 18 weeks (Morser)
$440.00
F 20 Adult Ballet Drop In DANCE Class | $28.00| 1.0 hour class | Can be used for any 1 hour Dance class |
$28.00
WSPA offers a drop-in class option for Adult Dance Classes and Conditioning Classes only for our Fall and Spring Terms.
Please note what class you are registering for and “ Live Spot in Class” or “ Zoom Participant.”
Please call or email to confirm your drop-in class is in session and has met the minimum enrollment.
F 20 POWER BARRE or GENTLE PILATES Class | $15.00 |
$15.00
WSPA offers a drop-in class option for Adult Dance Classes and Conditioning Classes only for our Fall and Spring Terms.
SPECIAL! WSPA does offer a Drop-in package at a discount for adults purchasing 10 classes.
Adults have the option of purchasing single drop-in classes by loading their carts. WSPA will add them to our drop-in log book. Instructors will record their attendance.
Please note what class you are registering for and “ Live Spot in Class” or “ Zoom Participant.”
Please call or email to confirm your drop-in class is in session and has met the minimum enrollment.
WSPA offers drop-in classes for our summer sessions to all Youth and Adults for a flexible summer option.
Youth classes are offered as an 18-week term only. Youth register for a term and can arrange payment plans upon request.
F 20 Adult Drop In DANCE Class | $36. 20| 1.5 hour class | Can be used for any dance class |
$36.20
WSPA offers a drop-in class option for Adult Dance Classes and Conditioning Classes only for our Fall and Spring Terms.
SPECIAL! WSPA does offer a Drop-in package at a discount for adults purchasing 10 classes.
Adults have the option of purchasing single drop-in classes by loading their carts. WSPA will add them to our drop-in log book. Instructors will record their attendance.
Please note what class you are registering for and “ Live Spot in Class” or “ Zoom Participant.”
Please call or email to confirm your drop-in class is in session and has met the minimum enrollment.
WSPA offers drop-in classes for our summer sessions to all Youth and Adults for a flexible summer option.
Youth classes are offered as an 18-week term only. Youth register for a term and can arrange payment plans upon request.
F 20 Adult Drop In DANCE | 1.o hour class |10 class package discount | $250 |
$250.00
WSPA offers a drop-in class option for Adult Dance Classes and Conditioning Classes only for our Fall and Spring Terms.
SPECIAL! WSPA does offer a Drop-in package at a discount for adults purchasing 10 classes.
Adults have the option of purchasing single drop-in classes by loading their carts. WSPA will add them to our drop-in log book. Instructors will record their attendance.
Please note what class you are registering for and “ Live Spot in Class” or “ Zoom Participant.”
Please call or email to confirm your drop-in class is in session and has met the minimum enrollment.
WSPA offers drop-in classes for our summer sessions to all Youth and Adults for a flexible summer option.
Youth classes are offered as an 18-week term only. Youth register for a term and can arrange payment plans upon request.
F 20 Creative Movement | Ages 3 to 5 | Fridays | 3:30 to 4:30pm | 18 weeks | (Juarez)
$440.00
Creative Movement | Ages 3 to 5 | Fridays | 3:30 to 4:30pm | 18 weeks | $440 | (Juarez)
September 18- January 29
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(Limited Class Size 6 total ,Zoom Option please notate zoom option masks required) Payment Plans available on request email: westseattlepa@gmail.com |
No Registration, Production or Costume Fees
Instructor: Christine Juarez, Director WSPA
Block dancer's Children mask recommended for comfort.
Attire: Girls pink tights, pink leotard, pink ballet slippers NO SKIRTS they cover the legs and inhibit movement.
Pink Tights ( Bloch T1935G Adaptatoe Elite Children's Convertible Tights)
Shoes ( Hanami 2037W Pink Ballet Slipper) runs very narrow for a wider foot (BunnyHop Slipper SO225G Pink)
Leotard Bloch Girls Essential Tank Leotard Pink.
Boys: White ankle socks, White Ballet Slippers, white Short Sleeve Leotard
Description
Creative Movement Saturdays is a joyful exploration of space and movement with an emphasis on music, tempo, and locomotion. A strong mind/body connection will be nurtured as students explore how their bodies work and move and how they can isolate body parts and use pathways and shapes to move through the class. New concepts are introduced weekly, opposite, up/down, joints, bones, closed/open and so many more. Creative imagery, language, and props will be all used.
F 20 Creative Pre- Ballet 1 | Ages 3-5 yrs. | Tuesday | 5:00-6:00 | 18 weeks | Juarez
$440.00
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( Limited Class Size 6 total , Zoom Option please notate zoom option , masks required) Payment Plans available on request email: westseattlepa@gmail.com |
Attire: PLEASE NO SKIRTS- Order Online " Discount Dance Supply"Use our school Code TP 118227
Block dancer's Children mask recommended for comfort
Pink Tights ( Bloch T1935G Adaptatoe Elite Children's Convertible Tights) Shoes Please purchase shoes with NO DRAWSTRINGS :Girls "Belle" Leather Full Sole Ballet Slippers Style No: S0227G Leotard
Boys: White ankle socks, White Ballet Slippers, white Short Sleeve Leotard
F 21 Adult Inter/Adv Tap | Wednesdays | 7:15-8:15|
$110.00
F 21 Adult Intermediate Tap | Wednesdays | 7:15-8:15|
Starts September 15th- January 30th
Instructor: Kellsie Steele, WSPA Dance Faculty
Adult tap welcomes tappers of all levels to revisit their training as children to learn new skills. Warm ups, across the floor and rhythmic combinations that will challenge and stimulate the body and mind.
Kellsie Steele has studied dance for 24 years, performing nationally in jazz, modern, ballet, pointe, tap, lyrical, and hip hop from the age of 3. She was honorary captain of the varsity cheer-leading team at Eastside Catholic High School and was captain of both her Dance and Cheerleading team at Saint Mary's College of California. She trained under the direction of Lori Buffalo and Rachel Jackson of the San Francisco 49ers as well as nationally accredited choreographers Greg Russell, Andrew Vacca, and Jeannine Sabo to name just a few. Kellsie has performed nationally at NCAA basketball tournaments, and as a member of the San Francisco 49ers Goldrush professional cheerleading and dance team has had the opportunity to perform in places such as China and Japan. Kellsie holds a Bachelors degree in Communications and has taught at multiple dance academies in both San Francisco and Seattle. Kellsie joined the Cornish Dance staff in 2014. We welcome her to West Seattle Performing Arts first term.
Attire: Comfortable clothing, tap shoes and ready to have some fun!
F 21 Children’s Tap | Ages 5 to 7 |Wednesday | 4:00-4:45 |
$80.00
F 21 Children’s Tap | Ages 5 to 7 |Wednesday | 4:00-4:45 |
Starts September 15th- January 30th
Tentative Performance Dates: December 10, 11, 12
Dori Raynolds, WSPA Dance Faculty
Introductory Tap 5-7 years and is open to new students who are ready to learn the basics and more. Students should have a strong desire to learn. Class will encompass strong locomotion across the floor, traditional footwork and repetition of musical rhythms and strong sense of musicality. Body percussion and basic combinations will also be taught. More complex combination will be introduced as student’s progress.
Dress code is loose fitting clothing that easy to move in and tap shoes. Hair back and no jewelry.
F 21 Lyrical Intermediate Advanced | Ages 13 to 18 | Tuesday | 5:00-6:00 |
$110.00
F 21 Lyrical Intermediate Advanced | Ages 13 to 18 | Tuesday | 5:00-6:00 |
Starts September 14th-January 3oth
Tentative Performance Dates: December 10,11,12
No Registration, Production or Costume Fees
Instructor: Madeline Morser, WSPA Dance Faculty
Attire: Black Leggings and Solid colored leotard any style. Black Jazz shoes. Hair must be worn in a ponytail or up.
F 21 Nutcracker Ballet Rehearsal 5B/6A | Saturday | September 18 - December 12 | 2:00-3:15 | 15 sessions (Juarez)
$315.00
F 21 Adult Beg/Intermediate Tap | Wednesdays | 6:15-7:15 |
$110.00
F 21 Adult Beginner Tap | Wednesdays | 6:15-7:15|
Starts September 15th- January 30th
Instructor: Kellsie Steele, WSPA Dance Faculty
Adult tap welcomes tappers of all levels to revisit their training as children to learn new skills. Warm-ups, across the floor and rhythmic combinations that will challenge and stimulate the body and mind. T
Attire: Comfortable clothing, tap shoes and ready to have some fun!
Kellsie Steele has studied dance for 24 years, performing nationally in jazz, modern, ballet, pointe, tap, lyrical, and hip hop from the age of 3. She was honorary captain of the varsity cheerleading team at Eastside Catholic High School and was captain of both her Dance and Cheerleading team at Saint Mary's College of California. She trained under the direction of Lori Buffalow and Rachel Jackson of the San Francisco 49ers as well as nationally accredited choreographers Greg Russell, Andrew Vacca, and Jeannine Sabo to name just a few. Kellsie has performed nationally at NCAA basketball tournaments, and as a member of the San Francisco 49ers Goldrush professional cheerleading and dance team has had the opportunity to perform in places such as China and Japan. Kellsie holds a Bachelors degree in Communications and has taught at multiple dance academies in both San Francisco and Seattle. Kellsie joined the Cornish Dance staff in 2014. We welcome her to West Seattle Performing Arts first term.
F 21 Adult Open Hip Hop | Mondays | 7:15pm-8:15 pm |
$110.00
NEW! F 21 Adult Open Hip Hop | Mondays | 7:15pm-8:15 pm |
Class starts September 13th- January 30th
This is an 18 class series of classes- Adult can purchase a punch card for 10 if you are unsure you can attend all 18- Please email us at westseattlepa@gmail.com.
Adults jump into this dynamic class- No Performance necessary! No previous experience required! Aerobic and fun! This instructor is POSITIVE!
Instructor: Heather Gonzalez, WSPA Dance Instructor
WSPA is thrilled to welcome Heather Gonzalez, Hip Hop instructor who has relocated to West Seattle from Los Angeles. Heather has been on faculty for 13 years at the renowned "Lab Creative Arts Studio" ( The Lab) where she has specialized in instructing children's Hip Hop. Ms. Gonzalez has worked on the production arts team at the LAB producing professional projects and also coaching young aspiring pre-professionals who desire to break into the commercial dance world. She has also been an dance instructor for the California school system where dance is integrated into the physical education curriculum. Her love and joy of working with students is infectious and we look forward to her growing our Hip Hop program
Attire: Comfortable Clothes, Sneakers
F 21 Advanced Teen Lyrical | Ages 13 to 20 | Monday | 7:30-8:30 | $450 | 18 weeks | Cumbess
$450.00
F 21 Advanced Teen Lyrical | Ages 13 to 20 | Monday | 7:30-8:30 | $450 | 18 weeks | Cumbess
Starts September 13 - January 31
No Registration, Production or Costume Fees
Tentative Performance Dates: December 10,11,12th
Winter Break: December 20th- January 2nd
Instructor: Erin Cumbess, WSPA Dance Faculty
Attire: Black Leggings or shorts, Solid colored leotard any style. Black Jazz shoes. Hair must be worn in a ponytail or up.
Description:
Contemporary Jazz 5 will offer a traditional warm up based in traditional jazz, exercises and techniques. Dancers will be expected to master these technical skills required for any technique such as turns, jumps and isolations . The class will also offer styles offered in combinations such as Lyrical Jazz and Contemporary combinations. which will pull from the understanding of basic jazz skills. Dancers should be taking a ballet class for the basic technique to support alignment, lines of the body and balance. This will be a challenging but fun class with a lot of work across the floor and choreography.
Options for Ballet classes include all Ballet 3,4,5,6,7 or Teen/Adult Ballet Mondays or Pre- Teen/ Teen Ballet for Other Techniques Wednesdays 5:45-7:00 p.m.
F 21 Ballet 1 | Ages 6- 7 | Thursday | 4:00 to 5:30 |Juarez |
$150.00
F 21 Ballet 1 | Ages 6-7 | Thursday | 4:00 to 5:30 |Juarez |
$675 No Hidden Registration Fees/ Production or Costume Fees
Starts September 13 - January 30
Tentative Performance Dates December 10,11,12
Instructor: Christine Juarez , Director, WSPA
Attire Recommended Styles:
Pink Tights ( Bloch T1935G Adaptatoe Elite Children's Convertible Tights)
Shoes ( Hanami 2037W Pink Ballet Slipper) runs very narrow for a wider foot (BunnyHop Slipper SO225G Pink)
Turquoise tank Leotard.Online purchase or example www.discountdance.com N5501C turquoise tank leotard
Boys: White ankle socks, White Ballet Slippers, white Short Sleeve Leotard
Ballet 1 is an introductory level that builds on the concepts of locomotion, body awareness, pathways, dance vocabulary, sequencing and a strong sense of anatomy. An 18-week curriculum has followed that bases each class on a strong concept of movement, space or the body, and how it works. A twist on the traditional classical ballet class we will start each with a class with a vigorous series of locomotor movements across the floor, for example, skips, gallops, chasses, and prances. Ballet 1 digs deeper into the classical ballet vocabulary with a beginner barre, center floor, and jumping sections of the class. Peer-to-peer correction, French vocabulary, and the use of musical terms such as; Adagio, moderato, allegro, presto, etc are all woven into the class for a full experience.
Teaching philosophy: I have a very strong philosophy of respect in the classroom. Student to teacher, Teacher to Student , Students to each other, space and the learning environment. Every student is an individual that learns in a unique way. My job as a teacher is to choose the best language and examples to create a stimulating and playful learning environment. I choose to eliminate negative words in the classroom like” No”,” not” or” wrong.” I believe in transparency. I crave an authentic and healthy relationship with both my students and their families.
F 21 Ballet 2A and 3Aand Nutcracker Rehearsal | Ages 8 yrs. | Mon. and Wed 4:00-5:15 | Juarez
$300.00
F 21 Ballet 2 and 3A and Nutcracker Rehearsal | Ages 8 yrs. | Mon. and Wed 4:00-5:15 | Juarez
Starts September 13th- January 30
Tentative Performance Dates: December 10,11,12
No Registration, Production or Costume Fees
Instructor: Christine Juarez, Director WSPA
Christine Juarez- Director WSPA
Christine Juarez, Executive Director of West Seattle Performing Arts, has been directing dance programs for the past 26 years. She has served as the Summer Dance Coordinator directing a national program and teaching for the Preparatory Dance Faculty at Cornish College of the Arts since 1994- 2018. She has served as an integral part of the External Programming team for the college. She served as the acting Director of Dance for Vashon Center for the Arts since 1996- 2017 on Vashon Island, WA and the Artistic Director of the Vashon Center for the Arts, a pre-professional dance company, Christine has dedicated two decades bringing the classical and contemporary arts to communities in the Seattle area . She has directed and taught dance to diverse populations for the past 34 years.. Christine has also served on the dance faculty of Washington University in St. Louis. She holds a M.S. from Indiana University in Modern dance and Physical Sciences and a B.S. in Ballet and Music from the Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University. Christine is a Master Artist in Residence for the state of Washington and enjoys collaborative projects annually with classroom teachers integrating academics and movement. She has been a presenter of Early Movement Education for the Dance Educators Association of Washington and numerous other conferences. Christine started dance in Philadelphia as a young girl and was trained in the Vaganova syllabus of Ballet. Her training has included an immersion in Opera and she has performed and choreographed numerous operas. To date Christine has staged: Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella, Coppelia, La Fille Mal Gardee, Firebird, Midsummer Night’s Dream, Serenade, Romeo and Juliet, Rodeo,La Sylphide and numerous others. She believes that dance should be accessible to all and that it can be taught in a positive engaging atmosphere. She has dedicated her life to bringing dance to as many people that she can.
Attire:
Pink Tights ( Bloch T1935G Adaptatoe Elite Children's Convertible Tights)
Shoes ( Hanami 2037W Pink Ballet Slipper) runs very narrow for a wider foot (BunnyHop Slipper SO225G Pink)
Leotard: turquoise tank leotard
Boys: White ankle socks, White Ballet Slippers, white Short Sleeve Leotard
Class Description:
Ballet 2 can be used as an introductory level for those students 10-11 years who show the maturity to dive in and work hard. Students would be asked to take a placement class if they are new to dance and have not taken ballet in the past 2 years. Ballet 3 can also can be taken as a sequential class following Ballet 2. The concepts of locomotion, body awareness, pathways, dance vocabulary, sequencing, musicality, and a strong emphasis on anatomy, core strength and the use of proper alignment are strongly taught at this level. An 18 week curriculum is followed that bases each class on concepts of movement, space or the body and how it functions.
A twist on the traditional classical ballet class we will begin each class with a vigorous series of locomotor movements across the floor, for example: skips, gallops, chasses, and prances. Ballet 3 continues with a full barre, center work petite allegro and grand allegro exercises. It continues to dig deeper into the classical ballet vocabulary French vocabulary and the use of musical terms such as; Adagio, moderato, allegro, and presto. This is strictly a technique class. Students wishing to need to register for Rehearsal 3 which meets after class on Wednesdays. Those enrolled will have 2-3 dances in our Seasonal Concert. Contemporary /Modern 3 is highly recommended along with Rehearsal for this level.
Teaching philosophy: I have a very strong philosophy of respect in the classroom. student to teacher, teacher to student ,students to each other, the space and the learning environment. Every student is an individual that learns in a unique way. My job as a teacher is to choose the best language and examples to create a stimulating and playful learning environment. I choose to eliminate negative words in the classroom like” No”,” not” or” wrong.” I believe in transparency. I crave an authentic and healthy relationship with both my students and their families.
F 21 Ballet 3B and Nutcracker Rehearsal | Ages 9- 11 | Mon. and Wed 5:15- 6:45 |Juarez
$300.00
F 21 Ballet 3B and Nutcracker Rehearsal | Ages 9- 11 | Mon. and Wed 5:15- 6:45 |Juarez
Starts September 13th- January 30
Tentative Performance Dates: December 7,8
No Registration, Production or Costume Fees
Instructor: Christine Juarez, Director WSPA
Christine Juarez- Director WSPA
Christine Juarez, Executive Director of West Seattle Performing Arts, has been directing dance programs for the past 26 years. She has served as the Summer Dance Coordinator directing a national program and teaching for the Preparatory Dance Faculty at Cornish College of the Arts since 1994- 2018. She has served as an integral part of the External Programming team for the college. She served as the acting Director of Dance for Vashon Center for the Arts since 1996- 2017 on Vashon Island, WA and the Artistic Director of the Vashon Center for the Arts, a pre-professional dance company, Christine has dedicated two decades bringing the classical and contemporary arts to communities in the Seattle area . She has directed and taught dance to diverse populations for the past 34 years.. Christine has also served on the dance faculty of Washington University in St. Louis. She holds a M.S. from Indiana University in Modern dance and Physical Sciences and a B.S. in Ballet and Music from the Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University. Christine is a Master Artist in Residence for the state of Washington and enjoys collaborative projects annually with classroom teachers integrating academics and movement. She has been a presenter of Early Movement Education for the Dance Educators Association of Washington and numerous other conferences. Christine started dance in Philadelphia as a young girl and was trained in the Vaganova syllabus of Ballet. Her training has included an immersion in Opera and she has performed and choreographed numerous operas. To date Christine has staged: Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella, Coppelia, La Fille Mal Gardee, Firebird, Midsummer Night’s Dream, Serenade, Romeo and Juliet, Rodeo,La Sylphide and numerous others. She believes that dance should be accessible to all and that it can be taught in a positive engaging atmosphere. She has dedicated her life to bringing dance to as many people that she can.
Attire:
Pink Tights ( Bloch T1935G Adaptatoe Elite Children's Convertible Tights)
Shoes ( Hanami 2037W Pink Ballet Slipper) runs very narrow for a wider foot (BunnyHop Slipper SO225G Pink)
Leotard: Aubergine Natalie Adult Boatneck Tank Leotard
( Style: N8850 )
Theatricals Girls Tank Cotton Dance Leotard
( Style: TH5512C )
Boys: White ankle socks, White Ballet Slippers, white Short Sleeve Leotard
Class Description:
Ballet 3 can be used as an introductory level for those students 10-11 years who show the maturity to dive in and work hard. Students would be asked to take a placement class if they are new to dance and have not taken ballet in the past 2 years. Ballet 3 can also can be taken as a sequential class following Ballet 2. The concepts of locomotion, body awareness, pathways, dance vocabulary, sequencing, musicality, and a strong emphasis on anatomy, core strength and the use of proper alignment are strongly taught at this level. An 18 week curriculum is followed that bases each class on concepts of movement, space or the body and how it functions.
A twist on the traditional classical ballet class we will begin each class with a vigorous series of locomotor movements across the floor, for example: skips, gallops, chasses, and prances. Ballet 3 continues with a full barre, center work petite allegro and grand allegro exercises. It continues to dig deeper into the classical ballet vocabulary French vocabulary and the use of musical terms such as; Adagio, moderato, allegro, and presto. This is strictly a technique class. Students wishing to need to register for Rehearsal 3 which meets after class on Wednesdays. Those enrolled will have 2-3 dances in our Seasonal Concert. Contemporary /Modern 3 is highly recommended along with Rehearsal for this level.
Teaching philosophy: I have a very strong philosophy of respect in the classroom. student to teacher, teacher to student ,students to each other, the space and the learning environment. Every student is an individual that learns in a unique way. My job as a teacher is to choose the best language and examples to create a stimulating and playful learning environment. I choose to eliminate negative words in the classroom like” No”,” not” or” wrong.” I believe in transparency. I crave an authentic and healthy relationship with both my students and their families.
F 21 Ballet 4/ Pre-Pointe/Nutcracker Rehearsal | Ages 10-12 yrs. | Wed 5:15-6:45/ Friday 4:30-6:45
$300.00
F 21 Ballet 4/ Pre-Pointe/Nutcracker Rehearsal | Ages 10-12 yrs. | Wed 5:15-6:45/ Friday 4:30-6:45
Tentative Performance Dates December 10,11,12
No Registration, Production or Costume Fees
Placement Questions: email us at westseattlepa@gmail.com
Christine Juarez, Director WSPA
Christine Juarez, Executive Director of West Seattle Performing Arts, has been directing dance programs for the past 26 years. She has served as the Summer Dance Coordinator directing a national program and teaching for the Preparatory Dance Faculty at Cornish College of the Arts since 1994- 2018. She has served as an integral part of the External Programming team for the college. She served as the acting Director of Dance for Vashon Center for the Arts since 1996- 2017 on Vashon Island, WA and the Artistic Director of the Vashon Center for the Arts, a pre-professional dance company, Christine has dedicated two decades bringing the classical and contemporary arts to communities in the Seattle area . She has directed and taught dance to diverse populations for the past 34 years.. Christine has also served on the dance faculty of Washington University in St. Louis. She holds a M.S. from Indiana University in Modern dance and Physical Sciences and a B.S. in Ballet and Music from the Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University. Christine is a Master Artist in Residence for the state of Washington and enjoys collaborative projects annually with classroom teachers integrating academics and movement. She has been a presenter of Early Movement Education for the Dance Educators Association of Washington and numerous other conferences. Christine started dance in Philadelphia as a young girl and was trained in the Vaganova syllabus of Ballet. Her training has included an immersion in Opera and she has performed and choreographed numerous operas. To date Christine has staged: Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella, Coppelia, La Fille Mal Gardee, Firebird, Midsummer Night’s Dream, Serenade, Romeo and Juliet, Rodeo,La Sylphide and numerous others. She believes that dance should be accessible to all and that it can be taught in a positive engaging atmosphere. She has dedicated her life to bringing dance to as many people that she can.
Attire:
Pink Tights ( Bloch T1935G Adaptatoe Elite Children's Convertible Tights)
Shoes ( Hanami 2037W Pink Ballet Slipper) runs very narrow for a wider foot (BunnyHop Slipper SO225G Pink)
Leotard Discountdance.com Strap or tank leotard style # Lub203 or L8720 color Black and White
Boys: White ankle socks, White Ballet Slippers, white Short Sleeve Leotard
Ballet 4 is a minimum of a two to three year intermediate/advanced technical level. On the rare occasion a student can audition to start dance in level 4/5 if they have had previous experience or show exceptional talent to jump levels to begin. Ballet 4/5 is a love that prepares young girls for pointe and young males for exceptional. The concepts of locomotion, body awareness, pathways, dance vocabulary, sequencing, musicality, and a strong emphasis on anatomy, core strength in the use of proper alignment are strongly taught at this level. An 18 week curriculum is followed that bases each class on concepts of movement, space or the body and how it functions. Stretching will be heavily included to increase range of motion. Ballet 4/5continues with a full barre, center work petite allegro and grand allegro exercises. It continues to dig deeper into the classical ballet vocabulary French vocabulary and the use of musical terms Students are invited to start Pre-Pointe in year 2 once they show proficiency in holding alignment, strength and turn out.
Teaching philosophy: I have a very strong philosophy of respect in the classroom. student to teacher, teacher to student ,students to each other, the space and the learning environment. Every student is an individual that learns in a unique way. My job as a teacher is to choose the best language and examples to create a stimulating and playful learning environment. I choose to eliminate negative words in the classroom like” No”,” not” or” wrong.” I believe in transparency. I crave an authentic and healthy relationship with both my students and their families.
F 21 Ballet 5/Pointe | Ages 11-15 yrs. | Wed 5:00-6:30/ Friday 4:30-6:00
$300.00
Tentative Performance Dates December 10,11,12
No Registration, Production or Costume Fees
Placement Questions: email us at westseattlepa@gmail.com
Christine Juarez, Director WSPA
Christine Juarez, Executive Director of West Seattle Performing Arts, has been directing dance programs for the past 26 years. She has served as the Summer Dance Coordinator directing a national program and teaching for the Preparatory Dance Faculty at Cornish College of the Arts since 1994- 2018. She has served as an integral part of the External Programming team for the college. She served as the acting Director of Dance for Vashon Center for the Arts since 1996- 2017 on Vashon Island, WA and the Artistic Director of the Vashon Center for the Arts, a pre-professional dance company, Christine has dedicated two decades bringing the classical and contemporary arts to communities in the Seattle area . She has directed and taught dance to diverse populations for the past 34 years.. Christine has also served on the dance faculty of Washington University in St. Louis. She holds a M.S. from Indiana University in Modern dance and Physical Sciences and a B.S. in Ballet and Music from the Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University. Christine is a Master Artist in Residence for the state of Washington and enjoys collaborative projects annually with classroom teachers integrating academics and movement. She has been a presenter of Early Movement Education for the Dance Educators Association of Washington and numerous other conferences. Christine started dance in Philadelphia as a young girl and was trained in the Vaganova syllabus of Ballet. Her training has included an immersion in Opera and she has performed and choreographed numerous operas. To date Christine has staged: Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella, Coppelia, La Fille Mal Gardee, Firebird, Midsummer Night’s Dream, Serenade, Romeo and Juliet, Rodeo,La Sylphide and numerous others. She believes that dance should be accessible to all and that it can be taught in a positive engaging atmosphere. She has dedicated her life to bringing dance to as many people that she can.
Madeline Morser, WSPA Dance Faculty ( Tuesdays)
Ballet 5 is most often taken along with:
Rehearsal 5 Nutcracker Fridays following Technique class for those students who crave working on more choreography for Nutcracker and will be in a minimum of 3 dances.
Contemporary Modern 5
Jazz, 4/5
Hip Hop 4.
Attire:
Pink Tights ( Bloch T1935G Adaptatoe Elite Children's Convertible Tights)
Shoes ( Hanami 2037W Pink Ballet Slipper) runs very narrow for a wider foot (BunnyHop Slipper SO225G Pink)
Leotard Discountdance.com Strap or tank leotard style # Lub203 or L8720 color Aubergine ( Plum)
Boys: White ankle socks, White Ballet Slippers, white Short Sleeve Leotard
Ballet 5 is a minimum of a two to three year intermediate/advanced technical level. On the rare occasion a student can audition to start dance in level 4/5 if they have had previous experience or show exceptional talent to jump levels to begin. Ballet 4/5 is a love that prepares young girls for pointe and young males for exceptional. The concepts of locomotion, body awareness, pathways, dance vocabulary, sequencing, musicality, and a strong emphasis on anatomy, core strength in the use of proper alignment are strongly taught at this level. An 18 week curriculum is followed that bases each class on concepts of movement, space or the body and how it functions. Stretching will be heavily included to increase range of motion. Ballet 4/5continues with a full barre, center work petite allegro and grand allegro exercises. It continues to dig deeper into the classical ballet vocabulary French vocabulary and the use of musical terms Students are invited to start Pre-Pointe in year 2 once they show proficiency in holding alignment, strength and turn out.
Teaching philosophy: I have a very strong philosophy of respect in the classroom. student to teacher, teacher to student ,students to each other, the space and the learning environment. Every student is an individual that learns in a unique way. My job as a teacher is to choose the best language and examples to create a stimulating and playful learning environment. I choose to eliminate negative words in the classroom like” No”,” not” or” wrong.” I believe in transparency. I crave an authentic and healthy relationship with both my students and their families.
F 21 Ballet 5A/ Pre-Pointe | Ages 11-15 | 5A Tuesday 6:00-7:30 & Friday 4:30-7:00pm|
$1,600.00
F 21 Ballet 5A/ Pre-Pointe | Ages 11-15 | 5A Tuesday 6:00-7:30 & Friday 4:30-7:00 p.m.|
Sept14- Jan.27
No Registration, Production or Costume Fees
Instructors; Christine Juarez, Kate LeGrand,
Christine Juarez, Director WSPA Tuesdays :
Kate La Grand, Dance Faculty Fridays
Christine Juarez, Executive Director of West Seattle Performing Arts, has been directing dance programs for the past 26 years. She has served as the Summer Dance Coordinator directing a national program and teaching for the Preparatory Dance Faculty at Cornish College of the Arts since 1994- 2018. She has served as an integral part of the External Programming team for the college. She served as the acting Director of Dance for Vashon Center for the Arts since 1996- 2017 on Vashon Island, WA and the Artistic Director of the Vashon Center for the Arts, a pre-professional dance company, Christine has dedicated two decades bringing the classical and contemporary arts to communities in the Seattle area . She has directed and taught dance to diverse populations for the past 34 years.. Christine has also served on the dance faculty of Washington University in St. Louis. She holds a M.S. from Indiana University in Modern dance and Physical Sciences and a B.S. in Ballet and Music from the Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University. Christine is a Master Artist in Residence for the state of Washington and enjoys collaborative projects annually with classroom teachers integrating academics and movement. She has been a presenter of Early Movement Education for the Dance Educators Association of Washington and numerous other conferences. Christine started dance in Philadelphia as a young girl and was trained in the Vaganova syllabus of Ballet.
Ballet 5 is most often taken along with:
Rehearsal 5 Nutcracker Fridays following Technique class for those students who crave working on more choreography for Nutcracker and will be in a minimum of 3 dances.
Attire:
Pink Tights ( Bloch T1935G Adaptatoe Elite Children's Convertible Tights)
1 Black camisole leotard and 1 white camisole leotard. Nude leotard is optional to wear under for support.
Boys: White ankle socks, White Ballet Slippers, white Short Sleeve Leotard
Ballet 5 is a minimum of a two to three year intermediate/advanced technical level. On the rare occasion a student can audition to start dance in level 4/5 if they have had previous experience or show exceptional talent to jump levels to begin. Ballet 4/5 is a love that prepares young girls for pointe and young males for exceptional. The concepts of locomotion, body awareness, pathways, dance vocabulary, sequencing, musicality, and a strong emphasis on anatomy, core strength in the use of proper alignment are strongly taught at this level. An 18 week curriculum is followed that bases each class on concepts of movement, space or the body and how it functions. Stretching will be heavily included to increase range of motion. Ballet 4/5continues with a full barre, center work petite allegro and grand allegro exercises. It continues to dig deeper into the classical ballet vocabulary French vocabulary and the use of musical terms Students are invited to start Pre-Pointe in year 2 once they show proficiency in holding alignment, strength and turn out.
Teaching philosophy: I have a very strong philosophy of respect in the classroom. student to teacher, teacher to student ,students to each other, the space and the learning environment. Every student is an individual that learns in a unique way. My job as a teacher is to choose the best language and examples to create a stimulating and playful learning environment. I choose to eliminate negative words in the classroom like” No”,” not” or” wrong.” I believe in transparency. I crave an authentic and healthy relationship with both my students and their families.
F 21 Contemporary 1- 2 | Ages 6 to 8 | Tuesdays | 4:00 to 5:00 | Morser |
$110.00
F 21Contemporary 1- 2 | Ages 7 to 8 | Tuesdays | 4:00 to 500 | Morser |
Starts September 14- January 25
No Registration, Production or costume fees.
Tentative Performance Dates: December 10,11,12th
Winter Break: December 20th- January 2nd
Attire: Black Leggings, Solid colored black leotard- T-shirts may be worn. Hair must be back in a ponytail.
Instructor: Madeline Morser, WSPA Faculty
F 21 Creative/Pre Ballet 1 | Ages 3-5 | Tuesdays | 400-5:00 | Juarez
$110.00
Tentative Performance Dates: December 10,11,12th
Winter Break: December 20th- January 2nd
Attire: PLEASE NO SKIRTS- Order Online " Discount Dance Supply"Use our school Code
TP 118227
Pink Tights ( Bloch T1935G Adaptatoe Elite Children's Convertible Tights)
Shoes Please purchase shoes with NO DRAWSTRINGS :Girls "Belle" Leather Full Sole Ballet Slippers Style No: S0227G
Leotard Bloch Girls Essential Tank Leotard Pink.
Boys: White ankle socks, White Ballet Slippers, white Short Sleeve Leotard
F 21 Hip Hop Open Class Teens | Ages 11- 15 yrs. |Saturdays | 12:30-1:30| Gonzalez
$110.00
No Registration, Production or Costume Fees
Tentative Performance Dates: December 3.4.5
Winter Break: December 20th- January 2nd