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The Dance Room

2017 Information Brochure

Phone: 9077 0097 / 0418 883 608

Email: thedanceroom@bigpond.com

Website: thedanceroom.net

Classes in Jazz, Tap, Classical Ballet, Breakdance,

Hip Hop, Contemporary, Musical Theatre,

Singing & Acrobatics

Tullamarine—14/217 Mickleham Rd,

(Behind DiCaprio’s)

West Brunswick—386 Moreland Rd,

(Moreland Baptist Church Hall)

Glenroy– 5 A Cromwell Street

(Glenroy Community Hall)

The Dance Room

Established in 2005 by Marnie Nelson

The Dance Room: Offering classes in Jazz, Tap, Funk, Hip Hop, Classical , Contemporary, Acrobatics, Musical Theatre, Breakdance & Singing What I love about The Dance Room is the friendly, happy and relaxed atmosphere that I have with both parents and students. I love watching the children enjoying their dance classes and performances; seeing them improve their dance sills, so-cial network and confidence in their performances. To help maintain this positive atmosphere, please read the following information about The Dance Room. It explains policies and procedures so that parents are aware of what to expect throughout the dance year. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me. Marnie Nelson Principal Classes Parents are permitted to watch classes. Out of courtesy to the students and other parents or family members, it is requested that noise be kept to a minimum. This also ensures less disruption for students. All classes are structured in a professional manner and follow safe dance practices and guidelines. They include the following components: ♦ Warm Up

♦ Stretch

♦ Barre

♦ Skill Development

♦ Routine for Performance

♦ Pre-school classes also include creative dance/play with some singing. We offer two streams of dance classes: General: Perfect for children who want to dance for fun and fitness and who do a range of other activities. Generally children participate in one to two hours per week. Children get the opportunity to perform twice a year, at our Mid and End of year Concerts. Performance Group: Perfect for children who are more serious about their dance and want to take their dancing to an advanced level. This stream takes more dedi-cation and commitment from not only the children but parents too. Children par-ticipate anywhere from 4 hours to 10 hours per week. (depending on age) . Chil-dren have more performance opportunities and sit examinations.

Staff

Marnie Nelson (Principal)- Jazz, Tap, Funk

Karen Gauci– Ballet

Burak Cagin– Breakdance

Molly Rigby—Jazz/Funk , Contemporary, Hip Hop & Private lessons

Samantha Merckel—Singing

Atlanta Marshall—Acrobatics, Hip Hop

Courtney Grocock– Reception, Ballet, musical theatre , Jazz & Tap

Keely Fox– Reception Tyler Petch—Reception

Alyssa Montesano– Reception Athina Lima—Reception

Courtney Grocock Courtney began dancing at the age of 5 at The Dance Room and is trained in jazz, funk, ballet & tap. Courtney has completed her Cer-tificate 2 in Dance and her VCE Dance certificate. Courtney has also completed her level 4 jazz certificate in the DFTA syllabus and will this year continue with level 5 and continue her ballet exam work and singing training. Courtney is very dedicated to her dance and performing Arts and is also very popular with her students.

Molly Rigby Molly began her dance training at the age of 5 in country Victoria. Her passion for dance grew as she trained and competed in styles such as jazz, hip hop, contemporary, musical theatre, tap and ballet.

In 2013, Molly embarked on her full time studies in dance and relocated to Melbourne. Here she completed a year of full time dance at The Edge Performers. In 2015, after train-ing for 2 years at Jason Coleman’s Ministry of Dance, Molly received her Diploma in Elite Performance and Certificate IV in Dance Teaching.

Molly quickly cemented her spot in the Melbourne dance industry performing at events such as Fashion Aid, Fox FM’s RnB Friday Launch, Emirates Melbourne Cup Parade, Austra-lian Open Kids Day and many more.

As a dance teacher at The Dance Room, Molly’s aim is to create a fun and supportive envi-ronment where all students skills and passion for dance if free to grow.

Burak Cagin

Burak is an enthusiastic and popular teacher, specialising in Breakdance & hip hop. He has danced with a number of Dance Crews throughout Melbourne and is still very much in demand for his dance style and hip hop skills.

Berak is very passionate about passing on his dance knowledge to his student and is receiving brilliant results.

Fees and Term Payments Enrolment Fee: $10 (annual fee) We have two options available Dance fees are paid by the term or by the month (auto pay only) Term Payments: The Dance year is broken up into four equal terms. The table below indicates your term payment based on the hours your child dances per week. Term Payment Monthly Payment

Monthly payments: You must first register for autopay via our portal. Your dance year will be divided into 11 monthly payments and your account will be charged on the 1st of the month.

10% Discount applies for a second child. Fees are non-refundable Term Dates for 2017 Classes commence on Monday 30th January 2017 Term 1—Monday 30th January—Saturday 1st April Term 2– Tuesday 18th April—Friday 30th June Term 3– Monday 17th July—Saturday 23rd September Term 4– Monday 9th October –10th December

30 mins $88 $32

45 min $108 $39.20

1 hour $127 $46

1 hour 30 mins $166 $60

1 hour 45 min $185 $67

2 hours $205 $74.50

2 hours 15 mins $224 $81.50

2 hours 30 mins $243 $88

2 hours 45 mins $258 $94

3 hours $273 $99

3 hours 15 mins $292 $106

CLASSES West Brunswick : 386 Moreland Rd, Saturday:

Tullamarine– 14/217 Mickleham Rd

Monday

8.30 am Ballet– Mini’s Preschool Ages 3- 5

Marnie $88 30 minutes

9.00am Jazz/Tap– Mini’s Preschool Ages 3- 5 yrs

Marnie $108 45 minutes

9.45am Jazz/Tap– Petites Ages 5-8yrs Marnie $108 45 minutes

10.30am Ballet– Petites Ages 6-9yrs Marnie $108 45 minutes

11.15am Jazz/Funk– Juniors Ages 9 - 11 yrs Marnie $127 60 minutes

12.15pm Tap– Juniors Ages 9 - 11 yrs Marnie $88 30 minutes

12.45pm Jazz/Funk– Inters Ages 12 - 14 yrs Marnie $127 60 minutes

1.45pm Tap Ages 12 + Marnie $88 30 minutes

2.15pm Jazz/Funk– Seniors Ages 14 + Molly $127 60 minutes

3.15pm Contemporary Ages 14+ Molly $127 60 minutes

4.00pm Musical Thea-tre

Ages 8 + Courtney $108 Studio B

4.30pm Jazz/Funk Ages 11-14 Marnie $127 Studio A

4.45pm Breakdance/Hip Hop (boys only)

5-8 yrs Burak $108 Studio B

5.30pm Breakdance/Hip Hop (Boys Only)

9-11 yrs Burak $127 Studio B

5.30pm Tap 11-14 yrs Marnie $88 Studio A

6.00pm Competition Class Jazz

12-14 yrs Molly $166 Studio A

6.30pm Breakdance/Hip Hop (Girls & Boys)

Ages 12+ Burak $127 Studio B

7.30pm Private Lessons

Molly $25 Studio A

8.00pm Private Lessons

Molly $25 Studio A

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Karen Gauci Karen commenced dance lessons at the age of four and has stud-ied across a variety of dance styles including Jazz, Classical Ballet, Character/Folkloric and contemporary. She completed VCE Dance and in 2007 completed the Diploma in Dance (teaching and Man-agement) at the Box Hill Institute Centre of Performing Arts. During her time at the Box Hill Institute, Karen trained under Dianne Parrington and Laurel Martyn O.B.E and upon graduation received an award for Academic Excellence and the Laurel Martyn scholarship for Choreography and Outstanding Achievement.

In 2008, Karen commenced her Cecchetti teaching studies under the guidance of Michela Dent-Causon and Athol Willoughby O.A.M. Karen comleted her Advanced 2 Examination in 2012 attained her Associate Status within Cecchetti Ballet in 2013. Karen began her teaching career at Essendon Academy of Ballet where over the past six years she has enjoyed spending her Saturdays and weekday evenings sharing her pas-sion and giving back to the dance industry teaching Cecchetti Ballet, Contemporary and Jazz Classes to children. Committed to continuing to expand her knowledge Karen is currently working towards attaining a higher degree of teaching qualification in the Cecchetti Method (Associate Diploma) and is looking forward to introducing the Cecchetti Syllabus at The Dance Room in 2016.

Samantha Merckel Born and raised in Melbourne, Samantha Merckel started training at a young age at Peter Wallace Dance Industry. Under the close tuition of Peter Wallace, Principal Dancer and Dance Captain of Bal Du Moulin Rouge, Samantha developed into a strong, passionate per-former. In 2011, Samantha expanded her commercial and music theatre skills at Jason Coleman’s Ministry of Dance where she was awarded a scholarship for her second year of study. During her scholarship Samantha was closely mentored in the art of vocal coaching and

started teaching several junior school students. She has learnt broadway singing techniques off the likes of Deb Mitchelmore and Tim Smith and has a wealth of knowledge to share. Samantha's passion lies in musical thea-tre and soul/r'n'b but her singing technique caters to all types of genres. Throughout her career, Samantha has performed in many corporate and television gigs including The World Ballroom Championships, Hannah Montana Tribute Show, Neighbours, KPMG, Commonwealth Games Closing Ceremony, Select Band, Copacabana and The Good Guys commercial.

About Our Teachers: Marnie Nelson (Principal) Marnie has been dancing since the age of 3, and teaching for the past 25 years at various dance schools around Melbourne. Marnie has completed a Fulltime Performing Arts Course at the Dance Factory and completed a DFTA Teaching Certificate with qualifications in Jazz, Tap and Funk. Marnie’s aim is to introduce students to the joy of dance through a friendly but structured environment, and to help stu-dents develop co-ordination, rhythm, strength and confidence

through safe, correct and positive teaching methods

Jess Quinn Jess, originally from Cairns started her dance training at the age of 4 at Turning Pointe Studios. It was there that she completed all of her RAD Ballet exams and gained teaching qualifications in Tap and Jazz. Jess was lucky enough to have been accepted into the Australian Ballet Interstate Program at age 13 where she regularly flew to Melbourne to attend classes for 3 years. In 2009 Jess was accepted into Jason Coleman’s Ministry of Dance and attended the Full Time Performing Arts Course as a scholar-ship student for three years. Jess has worked as a performer/ Choreographer at corporate

events for companies such as KPMG, Forever New, ANZ, Vega FM and Hawthorn Football Club. Jess has also worked on television as a dancer on Neighbours, T20 Big Bash Series, the Kath and Kim Movie, Dancing with the Stars along side Red Foo and has danced along side MC Hammer. In 2011 Jess was a finalist in a contemporary hip hop duo called Teamrocket on Australia’s Got Talent finish-ing up in the finals.

Atlanta Marshall Atlanta began dancing at the age of 10, where she studied Jazz, Ballet, Pointe, Contemporary, Tap, Hip Hop, Acrobatics and Song & Dance. From 2011-2013 she furthered her dance knowledge by completing a Bachelor of Dance at the Victorian College of the Arts. In the past six years, Atlanta has worked professionally in the dance industry appearing in a number of stage and theatre productions.

Timetable Information Classes may alter at the start of the year/term depending on enrolments.

• Singing classes and private lessons are taught by Samantha Merckel in Tulla-marine. Please register your interest. We require 24 hours notice if you need to cancel your lesson, otherwise full payment is required.

• Primary, Grade 2 Ballet and Grade 4 Ballet students are required to wear a correct ballet uniform to class (leotard, short wrap skirt, Ballet tights, Ballet shoes and hair in a neat bun) The class also requires a set uniform for the exams.

• Competition Classes: Are available for selected students. If you are interested in joining a competition class you must speak to Marnie as there are require-ments to the class.

Some of our teachers still work professionally as performers, therefore from time to time may not be available for their classes. In these instances replacement teachers will be hired to teach.

Tuesday

4.00pm Grade 2 Ballet (Exam Class)

Ages 9—11 yrs

Karen $166 Studio A

4.00pm Singing Group

Ages 12– 14 yrs

Samantha $150 Studio C

4.30pm Ballet—Mini’s

Preschool Ages 3-5

Courtney $88 Studio B

4.30pm Private Singing

Samantha $300 Studio C

5.00pm Singing Group

Ages 9-11 yrs

Samantha $150 Studio C

5.30pm Private Singing

Samantha $300 Studio C

5.30pm Grade 4 Ballet—Exam Class

Ages 12-14 yrs

Karen $205 Studio A

6.00pm Private Singing

Samantha $300 Studio C

6.30pm Singing Group

Ages 15 + Samantha $150 Studio C

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5.30pm Jazz/Tap Ages 9—11 yrs

Courtney $127 60 minutes Studio B

Tullamarine– 14/217 Mickleham Rd.

Wednesday

Jazz/ Ballet Ages 2-4 yrs Preschool

Marnie $88 30 min

4.00pm Hip Hop– Competition Class

Under 10 Atlanta $108 45 min

4.45pm Acrobatics Beginner

9-11 yrs Atlanta $108 45 min

5.00pm Acrobatics- Petites

5-8 yrs Molly $108 45 mins

5.30pm Acrobatics Intermediate

Ages 10-15

Atlanta $127 60min

5.45pm Hip Hop Juniors

Under 10 yrs Molly $108 45 mins

6.30pm Hip Hop- Competition Class

Ages 10—15

Atlanta $127 60min

6.30 pm Hip Hop- Intermediates

Ages 12+ Molly $127 60 min

7.30pm Adv Acrobatics Ages 11 + Atlanta $127 60min

9.30am

What to Wear Students are asked to wear sensible dance wear, defining body lines and allowing easy movements. Attire such as leotards, tights, leggings, dance shorts, wrap skirts and ap-propriate foot wear. Jazz– Jazz Shoes (Tan coloured) Tap– Tap Shoes (Tan coloured) Ballet– Pink Ballet Shoes Contemporary– Half ballet shoes or foot undies Hip Hop– Black sneakers or black dance runners No baggy clothing or school uniforms. Hair tied back from face, No chewing gum. We suggest buying shoes and dance wear from Energetiks Factory Outlet- 166 Buckley St Essendon, Inspire Dancewear—Niddrie Arcade shop 5B 334 Keilor Rd Niddrie or LePoint Dance Shop 49 Sydney Rd, Brunswick

The Dance Room Parties Celebrate Your Birthday with Us

One of our dance studios will be transformed Into a wonderful

party room all set up and ready to go in your chosen theme.

Your child will love our dance parties, we will have them moving and

grooving around the dance floor.

For two hours, your child will receive a party host who will give them

a dance session consisting of dance routines, party games and dance

activities.

Different packages available to suit your needs and budget.

Parties held in Tullamarine—14/217 Mickleham Rd.

Call us today or email for more information.

School Holiday Programs

Each school holidays we run different activities, including fun discos

and full day dance programs.

For more information on what events are happening please speak to

reception .

Performances Performances are held twice yearly: mid-year and end-of-year. 2017 Concert Dates are as follows: • Mid year concert is scheduled for the 24th & 25th June

• End of Year Concert is scheduled for the 8th, 9th & 10th December

Parents are to notify me as soon as possible if their child is unable to perform a concert. Costumes: Mid Year Concert: Ballet Students are required to wear their ballet uniform (Parents will be informed in class) All other students will require a Dance Room Singlet (available from studio $25) and black leggings. Costumes: End of Year Concert: Costumes are hired for a Fee Costume hire fee will be included in 4th Term invoice. (Costumes remain the property of the Dance Room and are not per mitted to be taken home.) Concert Tickets: These are available for purchase from the beginning of second and fourth terms for the respective concerts. Once purchased, ticket money is non-refundable. For the safety of students strictly one parent only is permitted backstage prior to concert commencing. Whilst the concert is in progress only preschool mothers are permitted to remain backstage. All other parents require a ticket and are watch the performance from the auditorium. All Dance Room staff have a current Working with Children check. Professional photos and a DVD are available for purchase for the end-of-year performance.

Dance Exams Classes listed as a “Grade” eg. Grade 1 Ballet, are exam classes. Children will be learning a set level in the Cecchetti Syllabus. Children will get the opportu-nity to sit ballet exams in their level. Children will require a uniform and there will be an examination fee (Approx. $80-$90) when enrolling in exams.

Dance Competitions Dance competitions are available for students wishing to compete in jazz, hip hop, contemporary or tap solo performances. (Participation in these competi-tions is not compulsory.) Entry fees per competition are approximately $10-$25 Costumes are available for hire or you may provide your own. Students wishing to compete must take a ballet/technique class as well as their jazz and/or tap classes

4pm Primary Ballet—Exam Class

Ages 5-8 yrs

Karen $127 60mins

4.15pm Jazz/Tap– Mini’s Ages 3-5 Preschool

Marnie $108 45 min

5pm Jazz/Tap– Petites Ages 5—8

Marnie $127 60 min

5.00pm Grade 2 Ballet– Exam Class

Ages—9-11yrs Karen $166 90 mins

6.30pm Ballet Grade 4 Exam Class

Ages 12-14 yrs Karen $205 120 mins

Thursday

Tullamarine– 14/217 Mickleham Rd

9.15am Jazz/ Funk– Petites

Ages 6—9

Molly $108 45 mins

10am Contemporary Juniors

Ages 7—9yrs

Molly $127 60 mins

11am Contemporary- Intermediates

Ages 10—14 yrs

Molly $127 60 mins

9am Jazz/Ballet—Mini’s

Ages 2-5 Preschool

Courtney $88 30 mins

9.30am Hip Hop—Mini’s

Ages 3-5 Preschool

Courtney $88 30 mins

10am Ballet—Petites Ages—5-8 yrs Courtney $108 45 mins

11.00am Jazz/Funk Juniors

Ages 8—11yrs Courtney $127 60 mins

Saturday

Glenroy : 5A Cromwell Street Monday:

4pm Ballet– Mini’s Ages 3—5 Preschool

$108

45 min

4.45pm Ballet– Petites Ages 6-8 $108 45 min

5.30pm Acrobatics Ages 6-8yrs

$108 45 min

6.15pm Jazz/Funk Ages 8 –11yrs Petites & Juniors

$127 60 min

4.15pm Jazz/Tap– Mini’s

Ages 3—5 Preschool

Marnie $108 45 min

5pm Jazz/ Tap Petites

Ages 6—7

Marnie $127 60 min

6pm Jazz/ Funk Juniors

Ages 9—11

Marnie $127 60 min

7 pm Tap Ages 9—14

Marnie $88 30 min

Wednesday

4.15pm Hip Hop Petites

Ages 5-8 yrs

Marnie $108 45 min

5pm Hip Hop Juniors

Ages 9—11

Marnie $108 45 min

Tuesday

Enrolment and Fees ♦ A current enrolment form must be completed and signed or you may register online

either through the website or by this link https://dancestudio-pro.com/online/thedanceroom

♦ An annual enrolment fee of $10 per student must be paid with the enrolment form to

cover administration and insurance fees.

♦ Term Fees: Classes are invoiced for the term. Fees may be paid in cash, by cheque,

paypal or by direct deposit. Cash or cheques should be submitted in an envelope with the student’s name, date and amount. A receipt will be issued the following week. Bank details for direct deposits:

The Dance Room BSB: 062-948 (Commonwealth Bank) Account No. 13907124

• Term fees are due during the first two weeks of Term . Invoices will be emailed and

also posted on The Dance Room studio pro portal.

• Accepted payment methods are:

Cash Cheque Direct Deposit Paypal (online or at Tullamarine Studio)

♦ Monthly Payments: If you prefer the convenience of smaller and more regular pay-

ments we now accept monthly payments. Registration must be made through the por-tal https://dancestudio-pro.com/online/thedanceroom Your account will be deducted on the 1st of every month for 11 months.

• As overheads remain the same regardless of attendance numbers, fees are non-

refundable for classes missed or if your child does not complete the whole term.

♦ Make up classes: If a student misses one of their classes, they are welcome to attend

another timetabled class in their age group provided the class is taken during the same term. Unfortunately we do not credit missed classes.

♦ If you are unable to pay fees within the allocated time, please contact me so that a

payment option can be arranged. Students will not be permitted to continue with classes if fees are outstanding or alternative payment arrangements made.

♦ New students may trial their fist class at $10 per class. Additional trial classes will be

charged at the casual rate of $15 per class. A couple of times through the dance year we offer a free trial week, this is a perfect time for current students to try different classes and invite friends along.