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What we are doing to re-open

5/27/2020

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​We highly recommend wearing masks, although we will not require them. Upon entering the front door office staff will be checking the dancers temperature & sanitizing their hands. Dancers will put their dance shoes on & dance bags in the lobby cubbies then see their dance teacher. Dancers will be given dance space indicated by blue squares spaced 6 feet apart in accordance with CDC guidelines. Dancers will have the option of zooming in classes or attending live. All classes will be 45 minutes long so that teachers & staff have 15 minutes for sanitizing and cleaning. We have also installed UV sanitizing technology in our Air system, As well as Covid-19 cleaners coming three times a week. At the end of each class Dancers will exit the back door & be picked up On time. Students waiting for the next class to begin will be provide table & pop up tent with office staff in the sunshine. If you’re running late please call 813-477-3358. We are excited to see you, love you & miss you all.
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Mommy & Me Classes

5/18/2020

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Mommy and Me classes are created for mommy and her little JOY, under the age of 2, to experience their first dance class together. Moms will create new friendships and give their little ones a new playmate. Little JOYS will experience their first time in a dance studio setting with mommy close by to help them get more comfortable with listening and following directions with a new group of people. Classes are so much fun!
Fun Music, games and little workouts snuck in for mommy. Using a program, we call Princess Ballerina Dance Classes and Little Dancer Style Barre Classes, we have created a fun and wholesome environment for mommy and baby to enjoy, with a theme every month. Little ones are rewarded with stickers, glitter and coloring pages to take home with them. This class is recommended to new dancers under the age of 2, to get used to the dance class setting. Listening to directions and getting used to the flow of the class.


Written by: Candace

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Stretching

5/17/2020

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Stretching may be in fact one of the most important aspects of preparing for your dance classes. With tighter and stiffer muscles during the cooler season, your chances of pulling or injuring a muscle increases. You want to make sure you have the fluidity needed to perform your complex dance moves confidently.

Dynamic Stretching gradually increases the range of motion used and gradually increases the heart rate and increases lubrication to your joints. This is best for your warm up.
Examples are:
  1. Straight Leg Kicks: Swing your leg straight in front of you with each step. Attempt to touch your foot with the opposite hand upon each swing.
  2. Buttock Kicks: As you run, bend your knee and bring your heel back to your buttock with each step. Steps should be short and rapid as you focus on the frequency of the buttock kicks, rather than the pace at which you move forward. ​​

Static Stretching is great at the end of class during the cool down. This helps prevent sore muscles as well as helps increase the muscles flexibility if done routinely.
Examples are: 
  1. Upper Back stretch: Stand tall, feet slightly wider than shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent. Interlock your fingers and push your hands as far away from your chest as possible, allowing your upper back to relax. You should feel the stretch between your shoulder blades.
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  1. Hamstring Stretch: Sit on the ground with both legs straight out in front of you, bend the left leg and place the sole of the left foot alongside the knee of the right leg. Allow the left leg to lie relaxed on the ground, bend forward keeping the back straight. You will feel the stretch in the hamstring of the right leg. Repeat with the other leg.​​

​Proper stretching can lead to increased balance, stability, posture and flexibility, while decreasing the risk of injury. This all will lead to a more fluent dancer!

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Written by: Tiffiny Kelley

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Class Rules:

5/17/2020

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** Teachers will review with the children, please go over with them also. We appreciate your help. **
  1. NO talking when teacher is talking
  2. Keep your hands to yourself
  3. Use your inside voice
  4. NO running in class
  5. Wear proper dance attire to class​
  6. ​Every dance body is different.  We will respect everyone who comes into the studio. 
  7. Respect the dance studio by keeping it clean and neat. Pick up after yourself. 
  8. NO chewing gum in the studio ever.
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Dance Class Etiquette

5/17/2020

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  1. Be on time: We ask that you please have your children here on time. This not only helps the instructors get everyone ready for class, but it’s also beneficial for your child to be on time! This way they won’t miss out on any lessons that have been taught, and giving them some time to get used to their surroundings will help them feel more comfortable.
  2. Parents: Parents, we love you! Don’t forget that, but unless you are specifically told by the dance teacher that you can participate in the class, please do not enter the room intending on being involved. When parents are in the room, it can be distracting for the kids and change the entire attitude of the class! All of our instructors are incredibly talented and you can count on them to teach your child! Let them do what they do best, and have your little one show you what they learned when you get home! You can View class by  Downloading Speco App to watch your dancer live so you can enjoy your hour(s) in a good peace of mind. **
  3. Be Polite: Just like you taught them to be polite at home, we ask the same of them when they’re taking their dance classes. In order for them to learn, they need to hear what the instructor is teaching them, so we ask that they listen and be attentive. Make sure that when you drop them off that they don’t bring anything in with them that could be distracting.
  4. Dress Code: Our dress code is very important to us! Not only do our suggested dress codes let the children move freely and have functionality for movement, but it helps the instructor ensure that they have proper body placement. If you’re unsure what the dress code is for your child’s class, please see our class descriptions for proper attire.!
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