Curriculum

Curriculum at BFA:

Creative Movement…This is our basic movement class for pre-schoolers.  It enhances rhythmic fundamentals using basic tap instruction as well as locomotive technique using very basic pre-ballet study.  Props and stage makeup are incorporated in this fun program for the early beginner. (ages 3-5)

Pre-Ballet...Offers basic ballet study for the very young dancer (ages 5-6)

Ballet Levels I-V...Instructs fundamental technique progressively for young ballet students.  Mastery of technique, proper positioning, strengthening, and stretching are stressed for advancement (min. ages 6-7)

Pointe Preparation...After a minimum of three years of study, pointe preparation properly prepares dancers physically for work on pointe. Requires a minimum of two ballet classes weekly.

Sub Junior Ballet… prepares dancers for the junior ballet level by building on their foundation of ballet technique

Jr. Ballet/Pointe...Requires a minimum of two ballet classes per week.  At the junior level, three classes weekly are a plus for development.

Int. Ballet/Pointe...Preparation for the advanced level.  Requires a minimum of two ballet classes per week.  Three are strongly recommended.

Adv. Ballet/Pointe...Ballet study requiring a minimum of two ballet classes per week.  Three/Four are recommended.

Theatrical…”Broadway style jazz!” Minimum of one ballet class and a jazz or lyrical class are required for student to enroll.  This class blends jazz and lyrical with ballet technique.

Tap II-V...These programs combine basic technique and progressive rhythmic training for the young dancer. (ages pre-school through elementary)

Sub Junior Tap…prepares dancers for the junior tap level by building on their foundation of tap technique (8-12)

Junior Tap...Dancers who have accomplished five to seven years of study and a mastery of necessary technique qualify at this level.  Instruction on this level expands upon technique and focuses on mastery of more complex rhythms and combinations. (ages 10-12)

Junior Tap Company…Motivated young dancers demonstrating an eagerness to learn, improve, and perform are invited to participate in this program.

Advanced Tap...Dancers study advanced tap techniques at this level.

Adult Tap, Ballet, and/or Jazz...For the young at heart!  For those potential dancers wanting to refresh their dance skills or learn new ones.

Elementary Jazz...These classes progressively instruct technique, body conditioning, and flexibility.   Ballet background is beneficial (min. age 6)

Sub Junior Jazz... prepares dancers for the junior jazz level by building on their foundation of jazz technique (8-12)

Junior Jazz...Traditional technique is taught while incorporating more difficult choreography at this level. (min. age 11)

Advanced Jazz...for progressive students with the ability and knowledge necessary to master and perform advanced level technique.  Other technique classes required.

Information

Fee Schedule
CLASS LENGTH                             MONTHLY
30 Minutes…………………………………… $45.00
Additional Weekly Add……………………………$42.00 

45 Minutes…………………………………… $49.00
Additional Weekly Add……………………………$45.00 

60 Minutes…………………………………… $52.00
Additional Weekly Add……………………………$47.00 

75 Minutes…………………………………… $55.00
Additional Weekly Add……………………………$51.00 

90 Minutes…………………………………… $58.00
Additional Weekly Add……………………………$55.00
 
PRIVATE/SEMI-PRIVATE
All Classes 30 Minutes
Technique Classes Are Required to Supplement Privates, in order to participate in the recital
Private…………………$30.00
Semi-Private…………………..$25.00 per student
***Minimum 24 hour cancellation policy for privates/semi-privates.***
 
ANNUAL FEES
Registration Fee……………………… $35.00 (non-refundable)
Recital costume deposits are billed in October ($50 per costume) and are due by November 10, to avoid an additional processing fee of $10 per costume.  The balance for all costumes is due on or before January 8, to avoid a late fee of $10.    If a class is dropped after costumes are ordered, the remainder of the Costume Balance must still be paid in full. All deposits for costumes, registrations, t-shirts, etc. are non-refundable.  There will be a recital fee of $25 for families with one participant or $30 for families with multiple participants.  Recitals fees are due by the first class of March. There are no additional charges for recital admission.

**All fees are based on our nine and a half month schedule and are due the first class of each month.  Tuition is the same each month, reguardless of the number of weeks in the month.  There will be a $10.00 charge for payments received after the 10th of each month.  Students are considered enrolled and responsible for tuition, unless written notification is recieved at the studio.  Students with delinquent accounts will not be allowed to participate in class, until their account balance becomes current.***

Other Policies... 

Attendance
Students are expected to attend their classes regularly and on time. Attendance is important to the learning process and students are expected to be in their assigned class(es) each week unless an unavoidable problem arises. Excessive absenteeism may result in your inability to participate in upcoming performances and will inhibit your advancement to the next class level. Students in competition level classes must approve all absences with the instructor prior to missing the class. (Serious illness and family emergencies will be excluded). 
 

Class Placement and Advancement
Placement in the appropriate class is important to each student’s skill development and personal growth. Premature advancement to the next level can have a profound and negative impact both on student’s self-confidence, and on skill acquisition and development of proper technique. The instructor’s placement decisions are final and are always meant to be in the best interest of the student. 
 

Substitution
The studio reserves the right to provide a substitute teacher if the regularly scheduled teacher is ill or otherwise unable to teach classes. If a teacher is ill and the school cannot arrange a substitute, any missed classes can be made up. 
 

Dress Code
Ballet classes— black leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes (skirts optional)—No pants or shorts
 Tap classes— black leotard, tights, black tap shoes
Jazz classes— black leotard, tights, tan jazz shoes
 
Hair must be secured away from the face in a bun or neat ponytail for all classes. Please no long ponytails, hair must be off the neck.
 
** For the young ones (i.e. creative, pre-ballet/ballet 1, tap2, tap3) any color acceptable so it remains a fun experience!**

For creative movement—dancers will need leotard, tights, black tap shoes, pink ballet shoes 
 

Photo/Video Release
Upon registration, you agree to give Bailey Fine Arts the right to use any photos or videos taken of your children, for the promotion of Bailey Fine Arts using any media it chooses (newspapers, flyers, website, magazines, billboards, etc.).  They will not be used for any other purpose.

Liability Release
We at Bailey Fine Arts do our utmost in the artistic development of your child through comprehensive instruction and well monitored classes.  Therefore, we cannot be held responsible for injuries and associated claims at our studio.  Upon registration, you recognize and accept our policy and will not hold Bailey Fine Arts, its ownership or staff, responsible for such injuries and/or claims.

***Please remember you are not registered for classes until you have completed online registration at www.baileyfinearts.net or come into the studio to register. At this time the appropriate registration fee plus ½ months tuition for August and the full month’s tuition for September must also be paid. If you have questions about your tuition amount, please call the studio and someone will be happy to assist you. Enrollment and registration at the studio must be completed by August 17th., 2012. You may come into the studio for enrollment and registration from 4:00 until 7:00, August 8th,15th&16th. Please be prompt in enrolling your child as to assure your placement in the desired programs. Class availability is on a first come first serve basis. ***