SPECIAL CLASSES
ACRO is new on our schedule
PCDA is pleased to offer acro classes for our ballet and modern dance students. . .
ACRO B
This program gives Ballet B students the opportunity to combine classical technique with precision acrobatics, and to learn short acro routines; a perfect complement to PCDA’S Ballet B program. Wed 7:00-7:30.
ACRO C
Ballet C students can learn to combine classical technique with precision acrobatics, and to master short acro routines. Wed 6:15-7:00.
ACRO D/E
Ballet D & Ballet E students can learn to combine classical technique with precision acrobatics, and to master short acro routines. Wed 5:45-6:15.
ADVANCED MODERN
– COACHING, COMPOSITION & REP.
Open with teacher’s permission, by invitation or audition, for serious modern dance students in high school. Tuesdays 6:00-7:00. Fridays 6:30-7:00.
ADVANCED BALLET
– COACHING, COMPOSITION & REP.
Open with teacher’s permission, by invitation or audition, for serious ballet students in high school. Mon, Tue, Thur, and/or Fri.
PRE-POINTE & POINTE 1
FULL YEAR PROGRAM
Open to students at least 10 years old, in ballet C/D and up. Students must take at least two Pointe 1 half classes in addition to two or more regular technique classes. All students begin the pointe program on demi-pointe, testing can be arranged with a PCDA teacher to determine if a student is ready to begin working on pointe. Mon 7:30-8:00, Tue 8:00-8:30, Wed 8:00-8:30, Sat 12:00-12:30.
POINTE 2 & POINTE 3
Students who feel they have mastered Pointe 1 material can arrange testing with PCDA teachers. Once they have achieved sufficient proficiency pointe teachers will help students to arrange a pointe 2 schedule within their individual class schedules.
Felicità
FULL YEAR PROGRAM
Felicità is PCDA’s performing ensemble. Students work on their technique in regular classes, and this rehearsal time is for learning repertoire. Committed students who become reasonably proficient at the repertoire may be invited to perform as opportunities arise throughout the year. Students may join Felicità if they are in Ballet C/D or higher, taking at least three regular technique classes per week. Modern dance is recommended so that students will develop the necessary skills to learn Felicità’s broad repertoire. Regular rehearsal time is on Saturday afternoons, performances and other rehearsal schedules posted throughout the year
Saturdays 12:00-4:00
Intensive Program
PCDA’s Intensive Program provides guidance, information and personalized training for pre-professional students. Any students who are interested in intensive, pre-professional training should arrange to meet with PCDA Artistic Director and/or senior artistic staff to discuss goals, schedule, etc.
IP Coaching & Conditioning:
several time slots are available
2013-2014
Short courses
Full-year programs
& Special programs
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MUSIC & MOVEMENT
Preschool, age 2-4 years
SIX WEEK COURSES
Mondays 5:00-5:45 OR Mondays, 5:45-6:30
Fall Session: Six weeks, $72
Oct 14 21 28, Nov 4, (not 11), 18, 25
Winter Session: Six weeks, $72
Jan 20, 27, Feb 3, 10, 17, 24
Spring session: Six weeks, $72
Mar 31, Apr 7, 14, (not 21), 28, May 5, 12
BALLET A
Preschool/K-Gr 1 (4-6 years)
SIX WEEK AND EIGHT WEEK COURSES
Wednesdays, 5:30-6:15
Fall Session: Eight weeks, $96
Sep 25, Oct 2, 9 (not 16th), 23, 30
& Nov 6, 13, 20
Winter Session: Six weeks, $72
Jan 22, 29, Feb 5, 12, 19, 26
Spring session: Eight weeks, $96
March 19, 26, Apr 2, 9 (not 16th) 23, 30
& May 7, 14
BALLET B: Grades 1-3 (6-8 years)
FULL YEAR PROGRAM: Sept 6 - June 12
Wednesdays 6:15-7:00 AND/OR Saturdays 10:15-11:00
*Fees are listed on our REGISTRATION page.
BALLET C: Grades 3-6 (8-11 years)
FULL YEAR PROGRAM: Sept 6 - June 12
Mondays, 6:30-7:30 AND/OR Wednesdays 7:00-8:00
Students are encouraged to attend both days
*Fees are listed on our REGISTRATION page.
BALLET C/D
FULL YEAR PROGRAM: Sept 6 - June 12
Saturdays 11:00-12:00
Recommended for students in grades 5-8 who have previous ballet training and are taking at least one other weekly technique class.
*Fees are listed on our REGISTRATION page.
MODERN C/D
FULL YEAR PROGRAM: Sept 6 - June 12
Thursdays 6:00-7:00
Intended for students in academic grades 5-8.
*Fees are listed on our REGISTRATION page.
BALLET D
FULL YEAR PROGRAM: Sept 6 - June 12
Mondays 6:30-7:45
Tuesdays 6:30-7:45
For students in grade 6 and up (age 11 and up) with sufficient mastery of Ballet C material.
Ballet D students are encouraged to attend technique classes at least two or three days a week.
*Fees are listed on our REGISTRATION page.
BALLET D/E
FULL YEAR PROGRAM: Sept 6 - June 12
Wednesdays 4:30-5:45
Saturdays 12:30-2:00
Intended for students in grades 8 and up who have previous ballet training and sufficient mastery of Ballet D material. Recreational once-a-week students will be admitted, but serious Ballet D and Ballet E students are encouraged to attend at least three or four technique classes per week.
*Fees are listed on our REGISTRATION page.
MODERN D/E
FULL YEAR PROGRAM: Sept 6 - June 12
Thursdays 5:00-6:00
Intended for students in grade 8 and up who have previous modern dance training or sufficient training in ballet and/or jazz.
*Fees are listed on our REGISTRATION page.
BALLET E
FULL YEAR PROGRAM: Sept 6 - June 12
Mondays 4:30-6:00
Tuesdays 4:30-6:00
Fridays 5:00-6:30
Recommended for high school age students with sufficient mastery of Ballet D material. This program is not intended for once a week students; students are encouraged to attend all three days
*Fees are listed on our REGISTRATION page.
BASIC MODERN-BALLET FOR ADULTS
FOUR WEEK AND SIX WEEK COURSES
check out our 'ADULT CLASSES' page.
Music & Movement students enter the studio acompanied by a parent or other adult who will participate to some extent in the class activities.
Ballet A students are unaccompanied in the studio. Although the program is fun-based and creative it is a structured class and students are expected to be attentive and participate in the group activities.
Ballet B students are welcome to attend classes twice a week.
All full year programs offer 34 weeks of classes. Holidays and other important information are on our STUDENT HANDBOOK page.
Students should expect to study for at least two or three years in each level.
Modern Dance technique classes are a wonderful complement to our Ballet C D & E programs.
Students will reach their greatest potential more quickly if they attend classes frequently, and stretch and practice carefully at home.
"What is modern dance?" is a huge question that we are asked often! Disciplined like ballet, it shares some common elements, but has unique styles and techniques. Modern dance is not lyrical, or jazz, or nightclub dancing. It is a wonderful, expressive form of concert dance.
Our adult classes are inclusive of a wide range of age, ability, and experience. No, you're not too old, too beginner, or too uncoordinated!
Pointe work appears to be beautiful and effortless when it's done well. But in actual fact it requires a tremendous amout of strength and a fairly specific anatomy. Our recommendation is that students should only add pointe to their shedule if they are attending technique classes three or four days a week.
Felicità is Italian for 'JOY', and the joy of dance, performing or watching, is really what it's all about!
Professional dancers, even at the top of their careers, take class almost every day. It is important for professional and pre-professional students to do the same in order to properly train their bodies and their minds.
Please note: The age guidelines listed for all programs are approximate, and students are also placed according to experience, ability, committment, personal goals, and frequency of training.
