KC DANCE ACADEMY 2021
Principal Teachers–
Katrina Crowe – [C.S.T.D. Theatrical /Jazz /Classical/ Tap, Acro]
Lacey Evans – [C.S.T.D. Theatrical Jazz /Tap /Classical
Ph- Katrina – 0412 514 705
Email – kcdance1@bigpond.com – WEBSITE- kcdanceacademy.com
Venue Address – Caboolture Uniting Church -257 King Street Caboolture.
The KC DANCE ACADEMY has been established in the Caboolture area for 21 years, offering classes in: Jazz, Tap, Classical Ballet [ C.S.T.D], Hip Hop, Acrobatics, Tiny Tots classes and Pre-schooler classes.
The KC DANCE ACADEMY offers classes in a friendly positive and safe environment, encouraging students to achieve their goals, and strive to their full potential.
The KC DANCE ACADEMY can also offer the options of Exams and Eisteddfods classes. All students are encouraged to take part in our end of year concert, to experience the amazing feeling of performing.
As COVID19 is unfortunately still part of our lives, we will keep you updated with any restrictions or changes that influences our classes, – but hopefully this year we won’t be affect by this.
Everyone is Welcome, 3yrs-Adults.
OPEN DAY – Wednesday 27th of Jan at the Uniting church -from
3pm – 257 King Street, Caboolture.
2020 CONCERT PHOTO’S – are now ready for purchase. Don’t miss out your chance to see some amazing memories. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Lacey, Katrina or [Brad on PH – 0410822144].
2020 Concert USB – will be available in Term 1 2021.
TERM DATES –
Term 1 -Wednesday 27th Jan – Thursday 1st April 2021.
Term 2 – Monday 19th of April 20th – Friday 25th of June 2021
Term 3 – Monday 12th July – Friday 17th September 2021.
Term 4 – Tuesday 5 of October – Friday 10th of December 2021.
No Classes on Public Holidays – [ Teachers will advise if any change to this].
We Request if Parents can walk their young children into and out of the church please, to ensure their safety. If someone unknown to our teaching staff, is dropping off or is collecting your child/children, please advised Teachers of who and when they will be coming, again to ensure child safety.
CLASSES:
We have a wide variety of classes for all ages:
TINY TOTS CLASS – 3yrs-4yrs – These classes focus on encouraging our littlest students, the love of dance in a fun and inspiring atmosphere, with lots of smiles and laughter.
PRE-SCHOOLERS/PREP [known as- Tinnies A & B – 4yrs –6ys This class follows the similar concepts of the Tiny Tots class, but the children are introduced to a more structured formatted class, learning about tradition styles of dance, such as Jazz, Tap and Ballet.
JAZZ CLASS – Our Jazz Class focuses on all the essential elements of Jazz Dance – from the more technical elements to street funk, and developing the student’s flexibility, strength and fitness. Students also have the option of participating in
C.S.T.D Jazz Examinations.
TAP CLASSES – These classes help the student to develop musicality,
co-ordination, and rhythm, – skills that are a great advantage in all other dance subjects. C.S.T.D Tap examinations are also an option for our students.
CLASSICAL BALLET [ C.S.T.D.] – Ballet is the foundation for all forms of Dance. Ballet will strengthen technique and provide the student with poise, grace, flexibility, fitness, balance, self-discipline, and self- confidence. It is recommended for students to do 2 ballet classes a week, to get a full understanding of this beautiful art form.
Pointe work is also offer to the more senior students – which is an extension of their ballet class. Your teacher will advise each student when they are ready for pointe shoes. C.S.T.D Ballet Examination are also an option.
THEATRICAL CLASS – These classes focus on numerous aspects of performing. [known as the triple threat] such as – Acting, Singing, & Dancing. We follow the C.S.T.D syllabus, which gives students important performance skills, required to pursue a career in Musical Theatre.
ACRO CLASS – is a form of Gymnastic tumbling, e.g.- Cartwheels, walkovers, splits, aerials, our classes have a special focus on flexibility, strength, co-ordination, balance, timing, fitness, self -discipline and confidence.
HIP HOP CLASS – This is a great class to make a start in dance. If you are unsure of what to participate in, it always fun learning the latest moves. We have some amazing workshops, which gives students the option to improve on the versatility of this style of dance.
CONTEMPORARY CLASS – Here at the KC DANCE ACADEMY we follow the Jason Winters Contemporary Syllabus, which provides students with the important fundamentals of contemporary dance. We also have workshops with visiting teachers who specialist in this area of dance, ready to share their passion and knowledge with our students.
PRIVATE LESSONS – are also available – Please speak to Katrina to book your lesson, there are fees involved – this can vary depending on the length of the lesson.
EXAMINATIONS – The KC DANCE ACADEMY – offers students the opportunity to take part in Exams. Exams give the students a goal to work towards, and encourages self-discipline, builds confidence, [ valuable life skills] and can provide a qualification to teach dance. You can do many different types of exams, please speak to Katrina, to discuss what is best for you, and what fees are involved. There are 2 exam sessions throughout the year, – May and October.
WORKSHOPS – From time to time – the Academy will run Workshops throughout the year. Specialist guest teachers come along, to inspire and share their passion and love of dance.
EISTEDDFODS – Performing is one of the highlights of the being a dancer. Students are welcome to participate in Eisteddfods, which is a fun dance competition, where the student /s can dance as a soloist, duo, trio or part of a group. We normally participate in the Sunshine Coast, Redcliffe and Noosa Eisteddfod. If you are interested in knowing more, please talk to Katrina. There are fees involved.
CHOREOGRAPHY COMPETITION – This a friendly dance competition between students at KC DANCE, and we have a guest judge to make the competition fair. All students are welcome to take part and make up their own routines. Trophies and ribbons are awarded This normally take place in term 3.
CONCERT – The KC DANCE ACADEMY – proudly presents a concert at the end of every year [4th Term] showcasing all the talented students. We encourage all students to take part, this is so much fun, experience the thrill of performing, and gives students a sense of achievement, and creates a bond and friendships that last.
forever.
COSTUME POOLE LEVY – This is to pay for the materials and the manufacture of your child/children costume for our annual concert. The Costume does stay part of the academy, as by paying a levy it keeps costs down and not paying full price for a costume. This is usually paid at the end of 2nd term. If you wish to discuss, this please see Katrina.
TERM FEES- Term Fees are due at the start of the term please, we would appreciate if Fees can be paid,
Katrina Crowe : ANZ BANK BSB 014305 ACCOUNT 523841669.
UNIFORM – Students get the most out of their lesson when they are wearing the correct uniform [dance clothes] and shoes. This gives the students a sense of pride, and it allow the student to move freely and not feel restricted.
HAIR must always be neatly tied back.
The best place to buy all your Dance needs.
*Dance and Play – unit 6/23 Discovery Drive, NORTHLAKES ph. 07 34824992
* Step by Step Dancewear – 2/54 Kremzow Road BRENDALE ph.- 07 3881669.
IMPORTANT KC DANCE INFORMATION: – Will be include in the EVENTS section of the website. We will include all relevant information, dates and times of all-important Events throughout the year.
*KC DANCE POLO SHIRTS; [ see Katrina for prices and to order]
GIRLS- Black leotard, tights depending on the class – e.g.- pink ballet [Salmon colour] tights for ballet class, black lycra tights are acceptable, Black bike shorts.
BOYS – KC Dance Academy T-shirt / Black Shorts/ Black bike shorts.
Winter Track Suits are also available – Please see Katrina to purchase a tracksuit.
For Hip Hop Class –students are welcome to wear anything they feel comfortable in}.
SHOES- It is especially important to have the correct shoes ASAP, as this will ensure your [child/children] is getting the most out their lesson, as you can imagine – it’s hard to tap dance without tap shoes. You might like to have a look at our second-hand shoes shelf at the studio first, you might pick up a bargain.
SECONDHAND DANCE SHOES – If you have an old pair of dance shoes you would like to sell, if your write the information down in our second-hand shoe book e.g.; -ensure your name and how much you want for them is written on the sole of the shoes, and we will try and sell them for you.
If you have any further Questions -please contact Katrina on 0412 514 705.
Happy Dancing!!!
Katrina Crowe
