About Star Baton and Dance Co
STAR
Baton and Dance Company offers professional instruction in Tap, Jazz, Ballet,
Pointe, Hip Hop/Funk, Lyrical, Musical Theatre, Acrobatics and Baton Twirling.
Our teachers are experienced, qualified and certified. Including teacher
certification in Checcetti, ADAPT, CBTF, NBTA, NCCP and CDTA. Programs are available
for the beginner right up to the highly competitive dancer or twirler.
Classes are held at the Airdrie Recreation and Fitness Centre (800 East Lake
Blvd). Our program begins in September and runs though to June when we have our
annual recital at the Bert Church Theatre!
For information on required attire and
shoes, click here.
Class
Descriptions
2008
- 2009:
Dance and Twirling Classes (Combination
Classes, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Ballet, Musical Theatre, Lyrical, Acrobatics, Cheer
leading, Baton
Twirling)
Session Classes (Creative Movement, Recreational Hip Hop, Adult Tap)
Technique Classes (Turns, Kicks and Leaps, ADAPT
Exam Classes, RAD Exam Classes, Demi-Pointe, Pointe, Preparation for
Competition)
Dance /
Twirling Classes
These classes will be performing at our annual
year end performance and will need a costume. Costume costs for recreational
classes are approximately $55.00 $70.00 / class. Costume costs for competitive classes are
approximately $80.00 - $100.00 / class. Costume costs for Accelerated
classes are approximately $100.00 - $130.00. See the STAR Hand book for other costs associated
with classes.
Package Pricing
Part Time Students:
Any 3 dance, acrobatic or twirling classes.
3 hours / week
$105.00/month
Full Time Students:
Unlimited dance, acrobatic or twirling classes.
$260.00/month
Full Time Families:
Unlimited dance, acrobatic or twirling classes
for students in the same family.
$550.00/month
*'Unlimited classes' does not include private
lessons or exam fees (Checcetti and ADAPT tech classes are included)
Combination Classes
This class is specifically designed for the
4 - 5 year old student. The class focuses on music and movement, with rhythm
and basic motor skill exercises. Students will also prepare for and perform at
our annual year end performance.
Tap / Jazz / Acrobatics
Baton / Jazz / Ballet
45 min lesson once a week ($42.00/Month)
Tap Classes (ADAPT Syllabus)
Instruction includes tap and rhythm
fundamentals, preparation for our year-end performance (and, for competitive
classes, competitions/exams).
Level 1&2 45 min lesson once a week
($42.00/Month)
Competitive 1-hour lesson once a week
($44.00/Month)
Accelerated - 2hours / week, Includes ADAPT
exam tech class ($72.00/Month)
Jazz Classes (ADAPT Syllabus)
Jazz technique, stretching and strength are
included in this class. Students will also prepare for the year-end performance
(and, for competitive students, competitions/exams).
Level 1&2 45 min lesson once a week ($42.00
/Month)
Competitive 1-hour lesson once a week ($44.00
Month)
Accelerated - 2hours / week, Includes ADAPT
exam tech class ($72.00/Month)
Competitive Hip Hop / Funk
This fun class focuses on pop culture dance,
video styling and Hip Hop. Students in this class will prepare for the year-end
recital and (for competitive classes) competitions. A jazz class (at any level)
is mandatory for competitive students.
Competitive 1-hour lesson once a week ($44.00
/Month)
Ballet Classes (Checcetti Syllabus)
This class focuses on the fundamentals of ballet
with emphasis on grace, flexibility and strength. An excellent class on its
own, or in addition to any dance or baton program. Students will prepare for
the year-end performance (and, for competitive students, competitions/exams).
Level 1&2 45 min lesson once a week ($42.00
/Month)
Competitive 1-hour lesson once a week ($44.00
/Month)
Accelerated - 2hours / week, Includes Checcetti exam
tech class ($72.00/Month)
Musical Theatre Classes
Musicality, singing, dancing and theatrics are
all part of this fun class. Students will explore characters though dance,
theatre games and
expression. Students will prepare for the year-end performance (and, for
competitive students, competitions)
Level 1&2 45 min lesson once a week ($42.00
/Month)
Competitive 1-hour lesson once a week ($44.00
/Month)
Lyrical Classes
Lyrical dance is the fusion of ballet and jazz
technique. Expression and emotion is a primary factor in interpreting this art
form. Students will prepare for the year-end performance and competitions. A
competitive Jazz and competitive Ballet class are mandatory to take this class.
Competitive 1-hour lesson once a week ($44.00
/Month)
Acrobatics Classes
Instruction in tumbling as well as stretching, strength and basic dance
are included. Students will also prepare a performance routine for the year-end
recital. Competitive/Accelerated classes will also enter local competitions. (A
Competitive Jazz or Ballet class is mandatory for students in competitive
Acrobatics.)
Recreational or competitive 1 hour lesson once
a week ($44.00 / Month)
Accelerated - 2hours / week, Includes Acro tech
class ($72.00/month)
Cheerleading
Lifts, jumps and kicks, tumbling, stunting,
side line cheers, dances and more! Cheer leading is a fun sport that is gaining
popularity quickly here in Airdrie. Students will prepare for the year-end
performance.
Level 1 - 2 1 hour lesson once a week ($44.00 /
Month)
Baton Twirling
This class focuses on baton twirling, dance and gymnastic basics;
students will learn the CBTF pre events and new twirling tricks. Students will
perform at a local competition and at our recital. Preparation for
continuation in the CBTF badge program will be taught.
Level 1 - 6 45 min lesson once a week
($42.00/Month)
Session Classes
Session classes
run for 10 weeks. These classes do not perform at recital; therefore will not
require a costume. Family and friends are invited to watch the showcase at the
end of the 10 weeks!
Recreational Hip Hop / Funk
This fun class focuses on pop culture dance,
video styling and Hip Hop Jazz. Recreational Hip Hop / Funk classes run for 10
weeks.
45 min lesson once a week for 10 weeks
($85.00/Session)
Technique
classes will not be performing in recital, and therefore will not be required to
purchase costumes.
Turns, Kicks and Leaps
What makes a dancer or twirler exciting to
watch? What makes the audience cheer? Turns, Kicks and Leaps! Improve
flexibility and strength in this class to improve these important skills.
1 hour lesson once a week
Sept Dec ($28.00/month)
ADAPT Exam Classes
Preparation for Tap or Jazz exams, including
set exam work. This class is mandatory for students wanting to participate in
exams past the Jr. 3 level. Enrollment in a Tap or Jazz AND a Ballet class is
mandatory to take this class. (This class is included for accelerated Tap
and Jazz Students)
1 hour lesson once a week ($44.00/month)
Checcetti Exam Classes
Preparation for Ballet exams, including set
exam work. This class is mandatory for students wishing to participate in exams
past the Jr. 1 level. Enrollment
in a Ballet class is mandatory to take this class. (This class is included
for accelerated Ballet Students)
1 hour lesson once a week ($44.00/month)
Demi-Pointe and Pointe
Demi-Pointe exercises in preparation for Pointe
and beginner Pointe work will be the focus of this class. Students must be in a
minimum of 1 hour a week of ballet to take this class.
1
hour lesson once a week ($28.00/moth)
Pointe
Students will learn pointe exercises at the
barre and in centre. Students must be recommended for this class. The
Demi-Pointe
class is a pre-requisite for Pointe. Students must be enrolled in at least 2
hours of ballet / week to take this class. This class is Mandatory for students
who want to take vocational exams.
1 hour lesson once a week ($28.00/month)
Acrobatics Technique
Flexibility, strength training, tumbling and
lifts will be the focus of this class. Students must be enrolled in competitive
acrobatics to take this class. (This class is included for accelerated
Acro Students)
1 hour lesson once a week ($44.00/month)
Preparation for Competition
(Dance Solos)
This class will prepare dance students who will
be competing with solos, duets and small groups for competition. This class is
mandatory for students competing with solos at STAR. Choreography is not
included in this class. Classes run Jan - June
1 hour lesson once a week ($28.00/month)
Package Pricing
Part Time Students:
Any 3 dance, acrobatic and/or twirling classes.
3 hours / week
$105.00/month
Full Time Students:
Unlimited dance, acrobatic and/or twirling classes.
$260.00/month
Full Time Families:
Unlimited dance, acrobatic and/or twirling classes
for students in the same family.
$550.00/month
*'Unlimited classes' does not include private
lessons or exam fees (Checcetti and ADAPT tech classes are included)
Private
lessons can be booked with any of our instructors for choreography or technique
devolvement. Students wishing to
enter the Freestyle category in Baton or Solo categories in Dance competitions
must book private lessons.