Saturday, September 04, 2010
 


 
Dance As the Spirit Moves You

Dance As the Spirit Moves You, under the direction of Jeanne O’Connell, provides top quality dance instruction to girls and boys ages two and up. Within the Christian environment, dancers will develop character and integrity for life while learning the fundamentals of dance.  Students will be inspired to learn and master the art of dance, encouraged to accept and conquer obstacles, and challenged to reach their full potential in dance and life. 

Jeanne O’Connell is a professional instructor, choreographer, and performer with more than 25 years of experience.  She has performed in Broadway shows and television, choreographed for equity theaters, high schools, and dance teams, and owned her own studio.  She understands the importance dance can play in a child’s life in teaching respect, discipline, responsibility, and work ethic along with physical fitness, body awareness, and personal development.  Ms. O’Connell has a passion for dance and a desire to share the joy of movement with others.  Jeanne has a wealth of knowledge and a lot of energy!

 

This year's Performing Group for boys and girls, E 3:4, is forming NOW!
This group will give members the opportunity to strengthen their dancing, singing, acting, and performing skills.  They will build the competence, confidence, and character needed to succeed and excel on stage and off.  Most importantly, they will build lasting friendships as they use their talents to enable others to come to Jesus.  E 3:4 will provide entertainment at church and community events.  Membership is by audition.  For more information, please contact Jeanne at
dancespirit@alleluialutheran.org



Late registration for classes is possible if there are openings.
Questions may be addressed to Jeanne at 
DanceSpirit@alleluialutheran.org
 

 
 
 
DANCE DISCOVERY - Fall Session (Aug 24 - Dec 16) Minimize

 

Dance Discovery I (Ages 2-3 with Parent) 45 minutes

Instructor Name: Jeanne O'Connell

This class is for girls and boys, ages 2 - 3 (and a parent), who are just beginning their journey through dance. Child and parent will have fun as they dance, sing, and move about the room together. Students will be introduced to tempo, rhythm, patterns, and basic dance steps in a fun way. The atmosphere is playful, the lessons are useful, and the time together is wonderful. What a great introduction to the world of dance. See dress code in red box below. No classes will be held Nov 23,24,25. Alleluia! member price is $180. To receive this discount, payment MUST be made by cash or check. Fill out registration form in brochures at Info Desk.

Price: $196.00

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Thursday, August 26, 2010 09:30 AM 10:15 AM AVAILABLE
Dance Discovery II (Ages 3-5) 45 minutes

Instructor Name: Jeanne O'Connell

This class is for girls and boys, ages 3 - 5, who are just beginning their journey through dance. Children will have lots of fun as they explore the world of dance with a variety of music and media. They will also learn about classroom etiquette, taking turns, and working with others. This class will aid in the development of gross motor skills and body awareness. See dress code in red box below. No classes will be held Nov 23,24,25. Alleluia! member price is $180. To receive this discount, payment MUST be made by cash or check. Fill out registration form in brochures at Info Desk.

Price: $196.00

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Thursday, August 26, 2010 10:30 AM 11:15 AM AVAILABLE
Dance Discovery III (Ages 4-6) 45 minutes

Instructor Name: Jeanne O'Connell

This class is for girls and boys, ages 4 - 6, who are just beginning their journey through dance. Children will love the self-expression and creativity in this class. They will begin to understand the movement of dance, have control over the body, and the freedom to let go! Students will incorporate many of the primary concepts, (rhythms, patterns, shapes), into their dancing. See dress code in red box below. No classes will be held Nov 23,24,25. Alleluia! member price is $180. To receive this discount, payment MUST be made by cash or check. Fill out registration form in brochures at Info Desk.

Price: $196.00

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Wednesday, August 25, 2010 04:30 PM 05:15 PM AVAILABLE

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Tap/Jazz - Fall Session (Aug 24 - Dec 16) Minimize

 

Primary Tap/Jazz (Ages 6-9) 60 minutes

Instructor Name: Jeanne O'Connell

This class is the natural transition from the Dance Discovery Class! Students, ages 6-9 will begin to combine patterns and rhythms for more advanced steps, incorporate arm movements with feet, learn and retain more complex choreography, and develop better concentration skills. This is the framework for a more structured study of dance. See dress code in red box below. No classes will be held Nov 23,24,25. Alleluia! member price is $200. To receive this discount, payment MUST be made by cash or check. Fill out registration form in brochures at Info Desk.

Price: $216.00

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Thursday, August 26, 2010 06:15 PM 07:15 PM AVAILABLE
Intermediate Tap (Ages 9 & up) 45 minutes

Instructor Name: Jeanne O'Connell

This class is for dancers, age 9 and up, who have a solid foundation in tap. Students will be challenged with more difficult steps, more intricate rhythms, and more complicated combinations. The syllabus will include time steps, rifs, pull backs, and turns. See dress code in red box below. No classes will be held November 23,24, 25. Alleluia! member price is $180. To receive this discount, payment MUST be made by cash or check. Fill out registration form in brochures at Info desk. Special discount price if enrolled in both intermediate tap and jazz classes, $294 non-member, $270 member.

Price: $196.00

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Tuesday, August 24, 2010 06:30 PM 07:15 PM AVAILABLE
Intermediate Jazz (Ages 9 & up) 45 minutes

Instructor Name: Jeanne O'Connell

This class is for dancers, age 9 and up, who have a solid foundation in jazz. Students will be challenged with traveling steps, turns, leaps, and intricate choreography. The focus will be on proper placement, alignment, strength, and flexibility. There will be an emphasis on performing skills. See dress code in red box below. No classes will be held November 23,24,25. Alleluia! member price is $180.00. To receive this discount, payment MUST be made by cash or check. Fill out registration form in brochures at Info desk. Special discount price if enrolled in both intermediate tap and jazz classes, $294 non-member, $270 member.

Price: $196.00

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Tuesday, August 24, 2010 07:15 PM 08:00 PM AVAILABLE
Adult Tap/Jazz (Ages 18 & up) 75 minutes

Instructor Name: Jeanne O'Connell

Whether you are a beginner or experienced tap dancer, this class will be fun, energetic, and a real work out! The class will focus on the fundamentals of tap along with rhythms, syncopations, and clarity of tap sounds. Students will learn time steps, turns, and short combinations. All levels are welcome! See dress code in red box below. No classes will be held November 23,24,25. This $60 fee purchases a punch card which is good for 5 classes in this fall session. Questions to instructor.

Price: $60.00

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Thursday, August 26, 2010 07:15 PM 08:30 PM AVAILABLE

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Ballet I/II - Fall Session (Aug 24 - Dec 16) Minimize

 

Ballet I/II (Ages 6 & up) 45 minutes

Instructor Name: Jeanne O'Connell

Students will begin to learn proper placement, alignment, and terminology of classical ballet. They will learn basic ballet steps, increase strength and flexibility, improve balance and coordination, and develop poise and grace. Steps will be combined for execution of traveling movements and center combinations. The dancers will learn the fundamentals of ballet which lay the foundation for a strong future in dance. See dress code in red box below. No classes will be held Nov 23,24,25. Alleluia! member price is $200. To receive this discount, payment MUST be made by cash or check. Fill out registration form in brochures at Info Desk.

Price: $216.00

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Tuesday, August 24, 2010 05:30 PM 06:15 PM AVAILABLE

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Hip-Hop for Girls & Boys - Fall Session (Aug 24 - Dec 16) Minimize

 

Hip-Hop (Girls & Boys, Ages 6 & up) 45 minutes

Instructor Name: Jeanne O'Connell

If you want to dance like the celebrities you see on television, this is your class! Girls and boys, ages 7-10 alike will have fun dancing to the latest music and learning some of the hottest new moves. It's a high energy class that works strength, flexibility, coordination, and style. See dress code in red box below. No classes will be held Nov 23,24,25. Alleluia! member price is $180. To receive this discount, payment MUST be made by cash or check. Fill out registration form in brochures at Info Desk.

Price: $196.00

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Wednesday, August 25, 2010 05:15 PM 06:00 PM AVAILABLE

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Boys Hip-Hop & Pop - Fall Session (Aug 24 - Dec 16) Minimize

 

Boys Hip-Hop & Pop (Ages 8 & up) 45 minutes

Instructor Name: Jeanne O'Connell

This class is for boys who are athletic, energetic, and really into dancing. It will include many dance styles including hip-hop, jazz, and the "pop"ular dance moves seen in televisioun, videos, and Broadway shows. This class will emphasize exercises in strength, flexibility, agility, and coordination, which aid in dance and sports training. Most importantly, it will be a safe and fun environment where boys can feel comfortable moving and expressing themselves. See dress code in red box below. No classes will be held Nov 23,24,25. Alleluia! member price is $180. To receive this discount, payment MUST be made by cash or check. Fill out registration form in brochures at Info Desk.

Price: $196.00

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Thursday, August 26, 2010 04:30 PM 05:15 PM AVAILABLE

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Musical Theatre Dance - Fall Session (Aug 24 - Dec 16) Minimize

 

Musical Theatre Dance (Ages 7 & up) 60 minutes

Instructor Name: Jeanne O'Connell

This class is ideal for girls and boys, ages 6 & up who like to dance, sing, and act! The emphasis will be on dancing, however students will also work on vocal exercises and songs, acting skills and drills, and of course, character development. The students will dance to favorite songs from shows like High School Musical, Wicked, Suessical, and more. This class will help to make any performer a “triple threat!” See dress code in red box below. No classes will be held Nov 23,24,25. Alleluia! member price is $200. To receive this discount, payment MUST be made by cash or check. Fill out registration form in brochures at Info Desk.

Price: $216.00

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Thursday, August 26, 2010 05:15 PM 06:15 PM AVAILABLE

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Performing Dance Group E 3:4 - Fall Session (Aug 24 - Dec 16) Minimize

 

Dance Performing Group E 3:4 (Ages 7 & up) 60 minutes

Instructor Name: Jeanne O'Connell

This group will give members the opportunity to strengthen their dancing, singing, acting, and performing skills. Members will build the competence, confidence, and character they need to succeed and excel on stage and off. They will provide entertainment at church and community events. Most importantly, the members will build lasting friendships as they use their talents to enable others to come to Jesus. See dress code in red box below. No classes will be held November 23,24,25. Membership is by audition. Auditions will be held on Sat, July 24th at 11am in the Alleluia! Dance Studio. Please contact the instructor with any questions.

Price: $125.00

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Wednesday, August 25, 2010 06:00 PM 07:00 PM AVAILABLE

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DRESS CODE Minimize

Please see the appropriate attire for each class below:

Dance Discovery
GIRLS: Solid color, plain leotard (no skirts, tutus, or fluffy sleeves) and tights, pink ballet shoes, and black tap shoes (tap shoes are optional for Dance Discovery I ) Hair must be pulled back securely.
BOYS:Comfortable fitting clothing (sweats, t-shirt), black ballet or jazz shoes, and black tap shoes (tap shoes are optional for Dance Discovery I ).

Ballet I
GIRLS: Solid solor, plain leotard (no skirts, tutus, or fluffy sleeves), pink tights, and pink split sole ballet shoes. Hair in a bun.
BOYS: Sweat pants, tight fitting white t-shirt, black ballet shoes.

Musical Theatre
Appropriate dance attire such as sweat pants, leggings, hip-hop pants, tight t-shirt, leotard, cami top. (No baggy clothes, no blue jeans, no street shoes).

All Tap, Jazz & Hip-Hop Classes
Appropriate dance attire such as sweat pants, leggings, hip-hop pants, tight t-shirt, leotard, cami top. (No baggy clothes, no blue jeans, no street shoes). Appropriate shoes for each style of dance (tap, jazz, or hip-hop).

 
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