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The following information reflects the 2009/10 schedule. Registration begins May 11 for currently registered students and opens to the public on June 8, 2009.
NOTE: This schedule is still being fine-tuned. Please double-check your class day and time in case it has changed. LAST UPDATE: May 27/09.
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For information on programs offered in Cougar Ridge at CALGARY WALDORF SCHOOL please scroll to the bottom of the page.
NEW! Boys Only!
A multi-discipline class especially for boys involving hip-hop, jazz, breakdance and technique. No girls allowed!
Age 6-10 - Monday 4:30-5:30
Age 11+ - Saturday 3:00-4:00
Breakdance
Learn the latest in this street dance foundation!
Kids (age 6-9) - Friday 3:45-4:30
Kids (age 10-12) - Friday 4:30-5:30
Teen Open Level - Friday 5:30-6:30
Kinderdance
Boys and girls are introduced to basic dance through exploration of set exercises, games and creative play. Development of basic physical skills, concentration, recall, self-confidence, and an appreciation for and improved sense of music and dance are the focus. Enjoyment, self-expression, and social interaction are encouraged in a controlled, yet fun and relaxed environment.
Kinderdance 1 for 3 & 4 year olds - Monday 1:15-1:45pm FULL - wait list only
-OR- Tuesday 10:00-10:30am -OR- Saturday 9:30-10:00am
Kinderdance 2 for 5 year olds, or 4 years with a year of dance experience - Monday 1:45-2:30 -OR- Tuesday 10:30-11:15 -OR- Saturday 9:30-10:15
Ballet
Poise and grace among the many benefits derived from training in this classical art form. Because of the physical demands and requirements at higher levels, students in PreInter require 2 classes weekly, Inter & Majors take 3-5. All Inter & Advanced ballet students from would benefit from the addition of Dancers' Stretch/Strength class.
Teen Level 1 - Wednesday 5:30-6:30 -&/OR- Friday 4:30-5:30
Teen Level 2 - Monday & Thursday 5:30-6:30
Preprimary (age 5) - Saturday 10:15-11:00
Primary (age 6-8) - Wednesday 4:00-4:45 -OR- Saturday 11:00-11:45
Junior -Saturday 12:00-1:00
PreIntermediate - Tuesday & Thursday 6:30-7:30
Intermediate 1 - Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-6:30 + at least one of either: Pre or Basic Pointe (depending on the student's experience), Inter Pointe & Variations or Open Inter/Majors Ballet classs.
Intermediate 2- Tuesday & Thursday 4:15-5:30 + at least one of either: Pre or Basic Pointe (depending on the student's experience), Inter Pointe & Variations or Open Inter/Majors Ballet classs.
Advanced Ballet - Monday & Wednesday 4:00-5:30 & Saturday 1:00-2:15 + at least one of either: Open ballet, Inter Pointe & Variations or Basic Ponte.
OPTIONAL CLASS TIMES
PrePointe - Thursday 4:30-5:30
Basic Pointe - Wednesday 6:30-7:30
Inter/Adv Pointe & Variations - Saturday 2:15-3:15
Open Ballet - Friday 3:00-4:30
Dancers' Stretch/Strength Class - Monday 6:30-7:30 -OR- Wednesday 7:30-8:30
Modern
A high-energy class blending technical training with contemporary modern movement. Classes follow an updated syllabus of studies, designed to allow for flexibility and creativity in instruction.
Primary (age 6-8) - Wednesday 5:45-6:30
Junior - Wednesday 4:45-5:45
PreIntermediate - Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-6:30
Intermediate 1 - Tuesday & Thursday 4:30-5:30
Intermediate 2 - Tuesday & Thursday 6:30-7:30
Majors - Tuesday & Thursday 7:30-8:30 (NOTE: Majors students must also take ballet)
Teen Modern - Saturday 3:15-4:15
It is recommended that students in Intermediate & Majors levels also take the Dancers' Stretch/Strength class.
Jazz
Jazz technique plus all the newest & coolest moves done to the music of today.
Primary (age 6-8) - Wednesday 4:00-4:45 -OR- Saturday 10:15-11:00
Junior 1 - Saturday 11:00-12:00
Junior 2 - Saturday 12:00-1:00
PreIntermediate - Tuesday 4:30-5:30 & Saturday 2:00-3:00
Intermediate 1 - Monday & Wednesday 4:30-5:30
Intermediate 2 - Monday & Wednesday 6:30-7:30
Advanced - Monday & Wednesday 5:30-6:30 (NOTE: Advanced students must also take ballet)
Teen Beginner - Saturday 1:00-2:00
It is recommended that students in Intermediate & Majors levels also take the Dancers' Stretch/Strength class.
Lyrical
Fusing ballet and jazz techniques, this class is for strong intermediate to advanced dancers.
Wednesday 8:30-9:30
Tap
Get those tap shoes doing all kinds of neat rhythms and steps! Great for speed and co-ordination. Classes follow a syllabus of studies that is routinely updated..
Primary (age 6-8) - Wednesday 4:45-5:30 FULL - Wait List only
-OR- Saturday 9:15-10:00
Junior 1 - Saturday 10:00-11:00
Junior 2 - Thursday 6:30-7:30
PreIntermediate - Thursday 5:30-6:30
Intermediate 1- Thursday 4:30-5:30
Intermediate 2- Saturday 1:00-2:00
Advanced - Saturday 12:00-1:00
Teen Beginner - Saturday 2:00-3:00
Jazz/Tap Combo
Just what it says - a mix of jazz and tap in one class!
Intro. Level (age 5-7) - Saturday 11:00-12:00 FULL - Wait List only
Highland
Technique, theory and traditional dances of Scotland, such as the fling, broad sword and the jig are taught in this class.
Primary - Tuesday 4:45-5:30
Junior - Tuesday 5:30-6:30
Intermediate - Tuesday 6:30-7:30
Irish
Traditional dance of Ireland - just like you've seen on Riverdance!
Primary (age 6-8) - Wednesday 4:45-5:30
Junior - Wednesday 5:30-6:30
PreIntermediate - Monday 6:30-7:30
Intermediate - Monday 5:30-6:30
Advanced - Monday 4:30-5:30
Musical Theatre
A class that combines song, dance & character work with songs from musical productions such as Annie, Little Shop of Horrors and Grease. A fun class that taps into the performer in you!
Junior Level: ages 8-12 - Monday 6:30-7:30
Intermediate: Monday 7:30-8:30
Senior Level: Monday 8:30-9:30
Hiphop
Get down & groovin' to the popular sounds of today in this style rooted in the streets.
Kids (age 8-11) - Saturday 1:00-2:00
Teen Basic (ages 12+) - Saturday 2:00-3:00
Teen Level 2 - Tuesday 5:30-6:30
Performance Division
For the more serious dancer, this program requires study in ballet and jazz or modern as well as a weekly PD class plus a masters class for senior level students. Focus is on choreography with a variety of teachers. They receive special performance opportunities and a wider view into the world of dance. Full year program. Minimum age 12 years.
Friday 4:30- 7:00 plus Saturday Master Class 3:15-4:15
Acceptance is by audition. For 2009/10 the audition will be held Friday, June 12 at 4:30pm. For those unable to attend the June audition, a secondary audition will be held in September. Call for more info.
****CLASSES IN COUGAR RIDGE AT CALGARY WALDORF SCHOOL
You can register for the programs listed below just like our main location. Just indicate on the form that it is for the Waldorf location. Classes run through the school year to the end of May. Payment is either trimonthly or year-in-full. Add $25 registration fee.
INTEGRATED DANCE PROGRAM is a multi-discipline program that introduces students to a variety of dance forms including modern, jazz, hiphop & african, with an emphasis on postural & body awareness.
LEVEL 1 (6-9yrs): Tuesday 5:30-6:15 Cost = $48 per month. Payment is either trimonthly or year-in-full.
LEVEL 2/3: Tuesday 6:15-7:15 Pre-requisite- a full year in Level I or equivalent. Cost = $58 per month.
CREATIVE DANCE FOR PRESCHOOLERS guides children in development of basic body & postural awareness, strength, co-ordination & musicality all within a creative & imaginative setting.
LEVEL 1 (ages 3 & 4) Tuesday 4:15-4:45 Cost = $48 per month.
LEVEL 2 (age 5 - or - 4 if completed 1 year of Level 1) Tuesday 4:45-5:30 Cost = $48 per month.
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