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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.
Instructor Bios:
*Program Director, 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!
*Julie O'Connell has been a performer and choreographer for more than four decades with credits including 42nd Street, Anything Goes, and Music Man. She has trained well-known actors and performers from LA to NYC including Drew Barrymore, Christina Applegate, and Katie Holmes. She has choreographed for Miss USA and Miss Universe Pageants as well as multiple televsion show and commercials. Julie has a tremendous ability to inspire young performers and bring out their unique best. Julie's daughter, Kelly Sheehan, was the youngest performer in the Broadway revival of 42nd Street which ran from 2001-2004 and is currently part of the annual White Christmas Broadway cast. Another student, Alyson Stoner, performed in Missy Elliot videos, toured with the Jonas Brothers, was in Cheaper by the Dozen with Steve Martin and can be seen on the Disney Channel. Julie is a fantastic addition to the Alleluia! dance staff.
*Alicia Carson has danced since she was three years old studying jazz, ballet, lyrical, musical theatre, and tap, her forte! She has performed in High School musicals and on Orchesis teams as well as award winning performing groups. Alicia has trained under the direction of Jeanne and Julie O'Connell along with other LA and NYC choreographers including Jackie Sleight and John Crutchman. Mrs. Carson holds a Bachelor's degree from NIU in Special Education and has taught special education in the public schools. She has also taught dance at several studios including two Christian studios. Alicia's love for children, her passion for dance, and her life long training make her a qualified teacher for kids of all ages and levels!
This year's Dance Performing Group for boys and girls 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. The Performing Group will provide entertainment at church and community events. Ages 7 and up are welcome.
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
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Dance Discovery I (Ages 2-4 with parent) 45 minutes
Instructor Name:
Jeanne O'Connell
This class is for girls and boys, ages 2 - 4 (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 during spring break, March 27-31.
Price: $210.00
Available Sessions:
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Wednesday, January 25, 2012
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01:15 PM
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02:00 PM
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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 during spring break, March 27-31.
Price: $210.00
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Thursday, January 26, 2012
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09:30 AM
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10:15 AM
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Dance Discover 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 during spring break, March 27-31.
Price: $210.00
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Wednesday, January 25, 2012
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12:30 PM
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01:15 PM
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Wednesday, January 25, 2012
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04:15 PM
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05:00 PM
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Dance Discovery II/III (Ages 3-6) 45 minutes
Instructor Name:
Jeanne O'Connell
This class is for girls and boys, ages 3 - 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 during spring break, March 27-31.
Price: $210.00
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Saturday, January 28, 2012
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09:30 AM
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10:15 AM
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Pre-Ballet (Ages 5 - 7) 45 minutes
Instructor Name:
Jeanne O'Connell
Pre-Ballet is the ideal class for young students who love ballet. Students will learn the five positions of the feet and arms, preliminary steps and stretches, and develop a passion for movement. This class will have a playful feel with serious results! See dress code in red box below. No classes during spring break, March 27-31.
Price: $210.00
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Tuesday, January 24, 2012
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04:30 PM
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05:15 PM
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Kid Hip-Hop (Ages 5-7) 45 minutes
Instructor Name:
Jeanne O'Connell
If you want to dance like the celebrities you see on TV, this is your class. Girls and boys will have fun dancing to the latest music while learning some of the latest dance steps. This is a high energy class for kids ages 5-7 with age appropriate music and moves. See dress code in red box below. No classes during spring break, March 27-31.
Price: $210.00
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Saturday, January 28, 2012
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10:15 AM
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11:00 AM
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Kid Musical Theatre (Ages 5-7) 45 minutes
Instructor Name:
Jeanne O'Connell
This class is for children ages 5-7 who like to dance, sing, act, and make believe. Students will perform to favorite songs from High School Musical, Annie, Disney shows and more as they "pretend" to be their favorite character. This is a great way to allow children to feel comfortable expressing themselves. See dress code in red box below. No classes during spring break, March 27-31.
Price: $210.00
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Saturday, January 28, 2012
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11:00 AM
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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 during spring break, March 27-31.
Price: $225.00
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Wednesday, January 25, 2012
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05:45 PM
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Ballet I/II (Ages 7 & up) 60 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 during spring break, March 27-31.
Price: $225.00
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Tuesday, January 24, 2012
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05:15 PM
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06:15 PM
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Hip-Hop (Girls & Boys, Ages 7 & 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 & up 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 during spring break, March 27-31.
Price: $210.00
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Wednesday, January 25, 2012
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05:00 PM
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Dance Performing Group (Ages 7 & up: 2 groups) 90 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 during spring break, March 27-31. Please contact the instructor with any questions.
Price: $125.00
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Wednesday, January 25, 2012
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06:45 PM
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08:15 PM
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Musical Theatre (Ages 7 & up) 60 minutes
Instructor Name:
Jeanne O'Connell
This class is ideal for girls and boys, ages 7 & 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 during spring break, March 27-31.
Price: $225.00
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Thursday, January 26, 2012
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05:15 PM
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06:15 PM
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Boys Hip-Hop (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 during spring break, March 27-31.
Price: $210.00
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Thursday, January 26, 2012
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04:30 PM
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Secondary Tap/Jazz (Ages 8-11) 60 minutes
Instructor Name:
Jeanne O'Connell
This class is the next level of study for dancers age 8-11 with some previous dance training in tap and jazz. Students will learn more advanced steps while improving clarity of tap sounds, strengthening jazz technique, and refining performing skills. See dress code in red box below. No classes during spring break, March 27-31.
Price: $225.00
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Thursday, January 26, 2012
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06:15 PM
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07:15 PM
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Intermediate Tap (Ages 11 & up) 45 minutes
Instructor Name:
Jeanne O'Connell
This class is for dancers, ages 11 & up who have a solid foundation in tap and jazz training. Students will be challenged with more difficult steps, more intricate rhythms, and more complicated combinations. The choreography will include more arm movements, turns, traveling steps, and floor work. The class will also emphasize performing skills. See dress code in red box below. No classes during spring break, March 27-31.
Price: $210.00
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Tuesday, January 24, 2012
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06:15 PM
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07:00 PM
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Intermediate Jazz (Ages 11 & up) 60 minutes
Instructor Name:
Jeanne O'Connell
This class is for dancers age 11 & up with a solid foundation in jazz. The class will include more difficult steps and more complicated choreography involving turns, leaps, traveling steps, and floor work. Dancers will also refine performing skills. Dancers will be challenged with strength, flexibility, and technical exercises. See dress code in red box below. No classes during spring break, March 27-31.
Price: $225.00
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Tuesday, January 24, 2012
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07:00 PM
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08:00 PM
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Adult Dance Fitness (Ages 16 & up) 60 minutes
Instructor Name:
Jeanne O'Connell
This class is terrific for the person who loves to dance and is looking to improve strength, flexibility, and overall fitness. The class will vary from week to week although you are guaranteed to learn new steps, challenge yourself physically and mentally, and have some fun. This class is also ideal for people who enjoy other activites such as golf and tennis. See dress code in red box below. The Tuesday class will meet on the following six dates: January 24 - February 28. The Thursday class will meet on the following six dates: January 26 - March 1. Sorry, no punch cards for this class. You may attend ANY class for the drop-in fee of $10.
Price: $50.00
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Wednesday, January 25, 2012
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08:15 PM
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09:15 PM
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Thursday, January 26, 2012
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10:30 AM
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Adult Tap/Jazz (16 & up) - 90 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 tap portion will focus on the fundamentals along with rhythms, syncopations, and clarity of sounds. Students will learn time steps, turns, and short combinations. The jazz portion will include stretching, progressions, and a combination. All levels are welcome! See dress code in red box below. The $60 fee is for a 5-class punch card. No classes will be held the week of spring break, March 27-31.
Price: $60.00
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Thursday, January 26, 2012
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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
GIRLS: Solid color, 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).
Tap/Jazz/Lyrical/Hip-Hop/Performing Class
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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