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Spring Dance Schedule 2024


Registration is open for the following classes:


Teen Musical Theatre   Tue  7:30 PM - 8:25 PM 

Adult Ballet                       Fri  7:30 PM - 8:25 PM 

Adult Hip Hop                  Wed  8:15 PM - 9:10 PM 

Adult Irish                          Tue  5:30 PM - 6:25 PM 

Adult Modern Ballet     Tue  9:30 AM - 10:25 AM

Adult Social Dance       Tue  08:30 PM - 09:25 PM

Adult Tap                          Wed  7:15 PM - 8:10 PM


Dancing With Stories - Let's Dance and Emma & Julia Love Ballet
Learn to dance! A class for toddlers & children ages 3+
Saturday, March 9, 2024, 11:15am-12pm


Trumansburg Conservatory of Fine Arts Elite Competition Team Dancers read dance-related books, teach basic dance steps and movements, and play dance games. The class is free and open to the public. No drop-offs.


This event will be held at the Ulysses Philomathic Library
74 E Main Street Trumansburg, NY


Irish Dance Day at the Trumansburg Conservatory of Fine Arts

Saturday, March 2, 2024

Instructor: Sara Gutis, CRG of Scoil Rince FitzGerald,

Brookfield, CT

Assisted by: Mark Gutis

Each session $15 - register here: https://classbug.com/businesses/2343/offerings


1-1:45 pm Beginning Step Dance Open to dancers ages 7 and up. Learn Irish dance basics in a fun, structured class open to beginners. Footwear: ballet slippers or ghillies if you have them. Wear comfortable clothing, bring a water bottle, and be ready to move!


2-2:55 pm Teen/Adult Hard Shoe Open to teens and adults with experience in Irish hard shoe technique or tap dance. Practice technique used in an Irish traditional set dance, Garden of Daisies. Footwear: Jig (hard) shoes or tap shoes if you have them, otherwise dance sneakers or hard-soled shoes. Dress for comfort and movement, and bring a water bottle!


3:30-5 pm Ceili (Party) Dances! Open to teens and adults, with or without experience in Irish ceili dance. This fun class celebrates the joy of community dancing with others. Learn basic footwork and patterns, and move to traditional Irish music as you get ready for upcoming St. Patrick's Day celebrations. Bring a water bottle and friends and family. The more, the merrier!
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MONDAY

4:00-4:55pm  Beginner Ballet & Tap

5:00-5:55pm  Beginner Acro & Jazz

6:00-7:25pm  Advanced Competition Team

7:30-8:25pm  Elite Acro II

TUESDAY

3:30-4:15pm   Creative Movement

4:30-5:25pm  Kinderdance

5:30-6:25pm  Adult Irish

6:30-7:25pm  Junior Irish

7:30-8:25pm  Teen Musical Theatre

8:30-9:25pm Adult Social Dance

WEDNESDAY

4:15-5:10pm  Intermediate Ballet & Tap

5:15-6:10pm  Intermediate Acro & Jazz

6:15-7:10pm  Junior Musical Theatre


THURSDAY

4:30-5:25pm  Elite Ballet

5:30-5:55pm  Pointe

6:00-6:55pm  Hip Hop

7:00-7:55pm  Elite Acro I


FRIDAY

3:30-4:25pm  Beginner/Intermediate Acro & Jazz

4:30-5:25pm  Advanced Ballet & Pre-Pointe

5:30-6:25pm  Junior Competition Team

6:30-7:25pm  Teen Contemporary Jazz

7:30-8:25pm  Adult Ballet


Discount pay structure:

Second class $15 off

Third class $30 off total (additional $15 off)

4th class free

10% off for siblings

Scholarships are available, click HERE


CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

Hip Hop
Instructor: Samantha Johnson, Ages: 10+, or by permission
Requirement: soft athletic clothes, sneakers (clean, not street shoes, any design)

Learn popular party dances, choreography and how to improvise/cypher in a dance circle! Intermediate hip hop warm ups, steps, combinations and choreography, including brief histories of steps. Street dance styles, including basic beginner breaking, primarily to hip hop and pop music. “Old school” and “new school” variations.


Advanced Ballet & Pre-Pointe
Instructor: Samantha Johnson, Ages: 9+, or by permission
Requirement: Traditional ballet attire: ballet slippers, hair pulled off the face; Girls: leotard, tights; Boys: t-shirt, boys tights

Students learn advanced ballet terminology, steps, transitions and choreography. A graceful, theatrical art form of unique traditions and techniques, requiring immense precision, focus, and athleticism. A blend of modern, contemporary and classical ballet styles and techniques explained including historical background. Students start pre-pointe exercises in November. This class is required for Junior Competition Team participants.


Elite Acro I
Instructor: Samantha Johnson, Ages: 9+
Requirement: soft dance clothes (close-fitting), foot undies or acro socks, Students encouraged to bring/purchase their own portable, personal acro mat. Hair must be pulled back off the face.

Technical floor acrobatics combined with jazz dance. All students must have taken acro or gymnastics in the past and have strong knowledge of beginner acro tricks (fwd/back rolls, straddle rolls, bridge, kick-up). Intermediate / Advanced strengthening, stretching, and conditioning to build core strength for floor tricks, such as, creative cartwheels, hand/head/chest/shoulder inversions, walk-overs, handsprings, leaps, turns.


Elite Acro II
Instructor: Samantha Johnsomn, Ages: 10+, or by permission
Requirement: soft dance clothes (close-fitting), foot undies or acro socks, Students encouraged to bring/purchase their own portable, personal acro mat. Hair must be pulled back off the face.

Technical floor acrobatics combined with some jazz dance. All students must have taken acro or gymnastics in the past and have strong knowledge of intermediate acro tricks (all rolls, creative cartwheels, hand/head/chest/shoulder inversions, walkovers). Advanced strengthening, stretching, and conditioning to build core strength for floor tricks, such as, creative walk-overs, tinsica, spider rolls, veldez, handsprings, front and side aerials, leaps, pirouettes, fouettes, etc.


Beginner/Intermediate Acro & Jazz

Instructor: Samantha Johnson, Ages: 5-11

Requirement: soft dance clothes (close-fitting), jazz shoes or foot undies or acro socks or bare feet. Students encouraged to bring/purchase their own portable, personal acro mat. Hair must be pulled off the face.


An introduction to acro dance stretch, strength, and tumbling, as well as intermediate jazz dance steps, technique, terminology, combinations and choreography. Jazz dance is a fun style that first emerged with the jazz age of music--A technical style that combines modern pop culture with both jazz soul and Broadway theatrical styles. In this class, we combine jazz with floor intermediate acrobatic skills like forward rolls, handstands, cartwheels, and trampoline! We also play fun dance exploration games!


Intermediate Ballet & Tap
Instructor: Samantha Johnson, Ages: 7-12
Requirement: tap shoes; Traditional ballet attire: ballet slippers, hair pulled off the face; Girls: leotard, tights; Boys: t-shirt, boys tights

Intermediate tap dance techniques, steps, terminology, combinations and choreography to encourage rhythm and connection to music. Ballet is a graceful, theatrical art form of unique traditions and techniques, requiring discipline, focus, and athleticism. Modern, contemporary and classical styles will be taught. Students also play dance games together and learn basic improvisation!


Intermediate Acro & Jazz
Instructor: Samantha Johnson, Ages: 7-12
Requirement: leotard, jazz shoes. Students encouraged to bring/purchase their own portable, personal acro mat. Hair must be pulled back off the face.

Intermediate jazz dance techniques, steps, terminology, combinations and choreography, as well as intermediate level acro tricks and tumbling, strengthening and stretching. Jazz is a fun style of dance that first emerged with the jazz age of music… a technical style that combines modern pop culture with both historical jazz soul and Broadway theatrical styles! Students also play dance games together and learn basic improvisation.



Advanced Competition Team

Instructor: Samantha Johnson, Ages: 11+, or by permission
Requirement: leotard and tights, or, close-fitting athletic clothes, jazz shoes or turners. Hair must be pulled back off the face.

Dancers will briefly train together in advanced contemporary, jazz and acro dance techniques (rotating). Team will learn choreography for TWO-THREE group dances during class time (additional entry fees apply). Solo or Duet/Trio dances (additional entry fees apply), if desired, will be expected to be created outside of class time by yourself or by arranging additional private lessons with Ms. Sam for an additional fee, please inquire!


-Must also enroll in TWO additional TCFA dance classes, for a total of 3.5 hours of class per week (tuition applies).
-Dancers will take created dances to TWO! regional dance competitions during the school year, as well as a regional masterclass CONVENTION in November! (transportation not provided)


Junior Competition Team
Instructor: Samantha Johnson, Ages: 7-10
Requirement: leotard and tights, or, close-fitting athletic clothes, jazz shoes. Hair must be pulled back off the face.

Dancers will briefly train together in intermediate contemporary, jazz and acro dance techniques (rotating). Team will learn choreography for TWO group dances during class time (additional entry fees apply). Solo or Duet/Trio dances (additional entry fees apply), if desired, will be expected to be created outside of class time by yourself or by arranging additional private lessons with Ms. Sam for an additional fee, please inquire!


-Must also enroll in ADVANCED BALLET & PRE-POINTE (tuition applies)
-Dancers will take created dances to ONE regional dance competition during the school year, and have the opportunity to attend a regional masterclass in November.


Adult Tap
Instructor: Samantha Johnson, Ages: Adult
Requirement: tap shoes - black oxford preferred

A fun way to socialize and exercise! Beginners welcome! Tap is dancing done with metal taps on the shoes to the rhythm of, or in absence of, the music, by striking the floor. Variations on tempo and syncopation. Moderate core body training. Combines both traditional and contemporary tap techniques. Basic/beginner tap steps during Back to Basics Session (first 10 weeks) leading into an intermediate/advanced level of steps, terminology, combinations and choreography for the remainder of the season through recital performance (optional).


Adult Modern Ballet
Instructor: Samantha Johnson, Ages: Adult
Requirement: soft athletic clothing, ballet slippers

Release your muscles from a long week, and prepare your body for a healthy weekend! All skill levels are welcome. Gentle on the joints, Ballet is healthy exercise for adults of all ages, especially for those looking to strengthen their ankles, legs and core body… as well as gently stretch and mobilize the hips and limbs. Class includes beginner ballet barre work, floor stretches and exercises, modern core body work, center balances, across-the-floor exercises, center choreography, etc. Contemporary choreography and music. Class starts with 10 weeks of our “Back to Basics” session.


Kinderdance
Instructor: Samantha Johnson, Ages: 4-6
Requirement: tap shoes; Traditional ballet attire: ballet slippers, hair pulled off the face; Girls: leotard, tights; Boys: t-shirt, boys tights

Students play fun song-dances, will learn basic movement exploration, ballet and tap terminology, rhythm, steps and combinations. Ballet is a graceful, classical, theatrical art form of unique traditions and techniques. Tap dancing is practiced with metal taps on the shoes in rhythm, by striking the floor. Taught through play, games, warm ups, and combinations.



Junior Musical Theatre
Instructor: Samantha Johnson, Ages: 7-12
Requirement: soft dance/athletic clothes (close-fitting), jazz or character shoes

Introduction to beginner acting, voice and dance techniques. Fun, social improvisational acting games. Group character and scene explorations. Beginner / Intermediate jazz dance terminology, techniques, steps, combinations and choreography. Jazz dance is a fun style that first emerged with the jazz age of music--A technical style that combines modern pop culture with jazz soul and Broadway theatrical styles. Beginner vocal warm-ups and songs. Focus on both historical and modern junior musicals.Teen



Contemporary Jazz

Instructor: Samantha Johnson, Ages: 12+

Requirement: jazz shoes, soft dance clothes (close-fitting) or leotard & tights


The emerging dominant dance style of our era… Contemporary dance is an expressive form that combines techniques This class will have a technical focus on jazz dance. Music and movement will consist of both historical Vaudeville theatre jazz, and contemporary jazz styles (soul, pop, etc.). Students learn Intermediate/Advanced contemporary jazz dance terminology, steps, technique, combinations and choreography. Solo and group improvisations and movement exploration, mirroring, trust exercises, as well as beginner lift and contact improvisation.


Creative Movement
Instructor: Samantha Johnson, Ages: 3-5
Requirement: tap shoes; Soft athletic clothes, or, Traditional ballet attire: ballet slippers, hair pulled off the face; Girls: leotard, tights; Boys: t-shirt, boys tights

First level dance for youngest dancers. Students learn many song-dances through play. Basic stretch, balance, rhythm, movement instruction and ballet steps. Dance exploration games. Class starts Littlest Tap in January.


Beginner Ballet & Tap
Instructor: Samantha Johnson, Ages: 5+
Requirement: tap shoes; Traditional ballet attire: ballet slippers, hair pulled off the face; Girls: leotard, tights; Boys: t-shirt, boys tights

Ballet is a graceful, theatrical art form of unique traditions and techniques, requiring discipline, focus, and athleticism. Modern, contemporary and classical styles. Tap dancing is practiced with metal taps on the shoes in rhythm, by striking the floor. Students learn beginner ballet and tap, techniques, steps, terminology, combinations and choreography. Students also play dance games together and learn basic improvisation!


Beginner Acro & Jazz
Instructor: Samantha Johnson, Ages: 5+
Requirement: soft dance clothes (close-fitting), jazz shoes or foot undies or acro socks or bare feet. Students encouraged to bring/purchase their own portable, personal acro mat. Hair must be pulled off the face.

An introduction to acro dance stretch, strength, and tumbling, as well as jazz dance steps, technique, terminology, combinations and choreography. Jazz dance is a fun style that first emerged with the jazz age of music--A technical style that combines modern pop culture with both jazz soul and Broadway theatrical styles. In this class, we combine jazz with floor acrobatic skills like forward rolls, handstands, cartwheels, and trampoline! We also play fun dance exploration games!


Adult Hip Hop
Instructor: Samantha Johnson, Age: Adult
Requirement: clean sneakers, soft athletic clothing

You made it through “hump day” – Let loose with our circle! A fun hour of hip hop warm ups, stretches, isolations, dances, and improv/cypher jam circles! “Old School,” “New School,” and “Street Style” steps and techniques. Basic beginner breaking, with mats, will be introduced. Moderate core body training. No experience required!


Adult Irish
Instructor: Nancy Kane, Age: Adult
Requirement: Participants wear flexible sole hard jig shoes. Women may wear poodle socks.

A hard-working but very sociable and fun-loving group of dancers, they leran jigs, reels, and hornpipes while getting a good workout. New dancers of all levels are welcome, and no prior experience is necessary!


Junior Irish Dance
Instructor: Nancy Kane, Ages: 8+
Requirement: Participants wear t-shirts, shorts and light shoes (Irish ghillies/pumps), or black ballet slippers. “Poodle” socks are recommended to keep calves and ankles warm. Girls with very slender lower legs may want to use special Irish sock glue, available online, to keep socks from slipping down. Boys may wear Irish reel shoes.

Beginning Irish step dance classes focus on posture, strength, rhythm lightness, footwork, and jumps. The emphasis is on the lower body, with arms held at the sides. Basic jigs and reels will build confidence and a sense of accomplishment with each step learned. Fun, lively traditional and modern Irish tunes accompany each class.


Teen Musical Theatre (10 weeks)
Instructor: Nancy Kane, Ages: 11+
Requirement: Leotard or t-shirt (any color) with leggings or warm-up pants that allow for full range of movement, light jacket or sweater; Female-identifying: tan/beige character shoes with at least 2" heel; Male-identifying: black jazz shoes. Optional: tap shoes

Learn the secrets of preparing to perform as a "triple threat" (actor/singer/dancer). Gain confidence and skills in a supportive and inclusive environment. Prepare for an audition or showcase, discover your strengths, and express yourself through musical theatre exercises, techniques, and performances. Get ready to shine!


Elite Ballet
Instructor: Sophie Kaufman, Ages: 10+, by permission only
Requirement: Traditional ballet attire: ballet slippers, hair pulled off the face; Girls: leotard, tights; Boys: t-shirt, boys tights

Students must have at least 2 years ballet experience. Students learn advanced ballet terminology, steps, transitions and choreography. A graceful, theatrical art form of unique traditions and techniques, requiring immense precision, focus, and athleticism. Intense focus on strengthening the core body, legs, ankles and feet. Contemporary and classical techniques taught through barre, center, and across-the-floor exercises and choreography.

Pointe
Instructor: Sophie Kaufman, Ages: 12+, by permission only
Requirement: Traditional ballet attire: ballet slippers, pointe shoes, hair pulled off the face; Girls: leotard, tights; Boys: t-shirt, boys tights

Specific advanced ballet steps and training. Students will learn to dance on their toes with fitted pointe shoes. Focus on grace, strength and balance through barre, center floor footwork, turns, etc.

Teen Musical Theatre (10 weeks)

Instructor: Nancy Kane, Ages: 13+

Requirement: Leotard or t-shirt (any color) with leggings or warm-up pants that allow for full range of movement, light jacket or sweater; Female-identifying: tan/beige character shoes with at least 2" heel; Male-identifying: black jazz shoes. Optional: tap shoes


Learn the secrets of preparing to perform as a "triple threat" (actor/singer/dancer). Gain confidence and skills in a supportive and inclusive environment. Prepare for an audition or showcase, discover your strengths, and express yourself through musical theatre exercises, techniques, and performances. Get ready to shine! 


Adult Social Dance (17 weeks, late start)

Instructor: Nancy Kane, Ages: Adult

Requirement: Attire: Comfortable clothing; shoes with leather or suede soles preferred;

Men: Men’s ballroom shoes; Women: Character shoes


Let's dance! Learn the basics of foxtrot, slow waltz, tango, salsa, East Coast swing, Texas two-step, and more. Great preparation for weddings and cruises. Emphasis on fun, body communication, rhythm, and style. This class is inclusive for all couples. Singles are welcome, but may not always have a dance partner.


Nimbly Online Dancewear:
TCFA has set up an account with Revolution Dancewear and has made discounted products available through their website, called Nimbly. A small percentage of the proceeds help support the dance department at TCFA. Please note, it is not a requirement to purchase your dancewear through Nimbly. Visit www.shopnimbly.com/tcfa.

NOTE: Nimbly shoe sizes run small by 1-2 sizes, please see size chart

Discount Dance Online Dancewear: 

All things dancewear, all name brands at the lowest price. Visit www.discountdance.com. For 12% discount, at checkout use TEACHER CODE: TP116081.   NOTE: All dance shoe sizes run small, please see individual size charts


Note:

Classes will require a minimum enrollment of students in order to continue. Enrollment will be reassessed at the beginning of classes and classes may be combined or cancelled to meet this minimum threshold.

Private Lessons

Private dance instruction available in any of the styles offered or for specific routines as needed. Enrollment in our regular dance lessons is not required to book private lessons. Email droman@tburgconservatory.org for more details.

Fees are as follows: $40/30 minutes, $50/45 minutes, $60/60 minutes, $175/month for weekly lessons. Please inquire, limited availability.


Rolling enrollment for the 2020-2021 dance season is available now.  Due to increased costs for cleaning and sanitation, the minimum required registration for classes will be four students. Maximum class size is nine students. Enrollment will be reassessed in October and if necessary classes will be combined to meet this minimum threshold. 

When completing online registration, please use your login used last year. Do not make a new account. You can reset your password at the login page by clicking "forgot my password".  Monthly payments that are processed on the first of each month will not be refundable, partially or in full. Student recommendations will be emailed to all 2019-2020 students.

A limited number of need based dance scholarships are now available! These scholarships will cover 1/2 of the cost of our regular length class ($210 value). To apply, please fill out this form and return to TCFA: Scholarship form

Tentative schedule is posted below:
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