Schedule Class Descriptions Studio Dress Code CLICK HERE FOR THE 2010-2011 CLASS SCHEDULE ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Kristi’s Academy of Dance & Performing Arts Studio and Gym Dress Code | To ensure that all students are appropriately dressed and wear appropriate shoes, Kristi’s Academy of Dance/KADG Performing Arts has enacted a strict dress code policy. We respectfully ask parents to ensure that their children abide by the following policies: Leotards and tights are preferred and are absolutely essential if your child is taking a dance class. Exercise or aerobic attire is permitted for other classes. Put your name in all dance shoes and dancewear in case of loss. If you change shoes during class for a different subject, a dance bag is strongly recommended to avoid “shoe mix-ups.” PLEASE NOTE: JEANS, JEAN SHORTS, PANTS, OR OTHER TYPES OF “SCHOOL ATTIRE” ARE NOT ALLOWED. If you are unable to change before coming to class, bring class clothes with you to change in the studio bathroom. Teachers will be communicating any deviance of this dress code to the management. | | CREATIVE MOVEMENTS CLASSES/ ACADEMY CLASSES Level I , II and IIIPink or Black leotard and tights. Chiffon ballet skirts are optional. Pink Classical Ballet shoes Tan U-Shell Student Tap shoes Please only order through the Studio to ensure color match! Pink or Black Convertible Tights Black Tie Up Jazz Shoes (If taking a Jazz Class) ACADEMY LEVEL IV and Above Any Color Leotard and tights. Tap Skirts are permitted Chiffon Ballet Skirt Dance Shorts Jazz Pants Black Capris are permitted for Jazz as long as the dancer is able to move freely in them Athletic shorts and pedestrian styled pants are NOT permitted Pink Split-sole ballet shoes Tan Slip-On Tap Shoes Tan Pedinis KAD DANCE COMPANY Leotard and tights. Dance Tops and Capri's are permitted as long as the tops are not baggy and the capris are not confining. Dance Shorts are permitted with tights Athletic shorts and pedestrian styled pants are NOT permitted Pink split sole ballet shoes Black and Tan Pedinis Black Jazz Taps Additional Shoes may be needed for Competition Routines BALLET TECHNIQUE/POINTE Leotard and tights Pink Split-Sole Ballet Shoes Pointe Shoes, Toe Pads, Shoe Covers Extra toe pads Small sewing kit should be in dance bag TUMBLING Leotard, Biketard or Unitard (If you child's leotard is too small or confining please have them wear shorts underneath) . Footless tights are permitted Older Students should wear a T Shirt if necessary! Parents please refrain from excessive hair accessories (i.e. beads,balls) in your child’s hair. This complicates their ability to tumble. Competitive Leotards are not to be worn to class. BOYS: Fitting Top, Tank Shirt and Athletic shorts Dress/Jeans shorts and shirts are NOT permitted CHEERNice T-Shirt or Tank Top - Not Too Big Gym Shorts Tennis Shoes Dress/Jeans shorts and shirts are NOT permitted - Please refrain from wearing overly ornamented leotards.
- Sequined, beaded or feathered leotards are not permitted.
- T-shirts and shorts should be worn to class as a cover-up but are not permitted in class.
- Hair must be pulled off the face and shoulders.
- Ponytails and buns are appropriate hairstyles for dance class.
- Students should not have to re-do hair during class time.
- Watches, bracelets, necklaces and rings are not allowed in class.
- Students may wear small stud earrings. No long, dangling or hoop earrings are permitted.
- KAD is not responsible for students' belongings. All jewelry should be left at home.
- Please limit the amount of clothes you send your Creative Movements - Level 3 students to dance in. Some of these girls are not able to dress themselves and it takes awhile for some of them to get dressed. A simple one piece or warm-ups are recommended. Simple shoes for them to get on and off.
· ALL SHOES and Dancewear may be ordered through the Studio or purchased through a local Dance Retailer. Tan U-Shell Tap Shoes and Tan Pedinis are specialized shoes and can only be obtained by ordering them through the studio. Back To Top **NEW FOR 2010-2011** KAD ONLINE SHOE-SWAP If you need to purchase dance shoes or have dance shoes to sell or trade, please email kad5678dance with the Specific Shoe information including size, style, price and a contact number or email address. Your add will be added to the KAD ONLINE SHOE SWAP PAGE! Please contact the studio at 913.334.5528 for additional information! Class Descriptions: 
CREATIVE MOVEMENTS: This class is offered as an introduction to dance for 2-5 year olds. They will learn the basics of tap, ballet, rhythm and basic movements, plus they will learn several dance combinations. ACADEMY CLASS LEVELS: This class includes all types of dance; tap, ballet and jazz. It is for students of kindergarten age through Middle School who have had at least one year of tap and ballet. Beginning and intermediate classes are offered. BALLET: Each class begins with a barre followed by across floor moves such as leaps and turns as well as center floor combinations. This class will focus on building strength, increasing turnout and extension. POINTE: This dance form is for more advanced ballet students. Classes for beginning pointe to advanced studies are taught. When starting pointe, it is recommended that the students be in the fourth grade or 10 years of age with several years of ballet experience, and the consent of the instructor. LYRICAL: This beautiful type of dance combines elements of ballet and jazz. Available only for middle school and high school age students. With at least 2 years of dance background. TAP: This class with multiple ability levels will focus on tap fundamentals including basic to advanced tap steps. Students will progress according to their own prior training and ability. More advanced students will be given more advanced progressions to suit their skill levels. JAZZ: This form of dance is very popular with all age groups. The classes include basic jazz techniques, combinations, turns, leaps and funky steps. Jazz dancing provides very good exercise and helps to develop coordination for ages 5 through college. HIP-HOP: This class is for elementary school through high school age students. They will learn the basic steps of Hip-Hop, several combinations and dances. No previous dance experience is necessary. RECREATIONAL TUMBLING/GYMNASTICS: This class is for students age 5 through high school. They will learn basic through advanced tumbling skills on mats and gymnastics skills on bars, beam, vault, trampoline and floor. CHEERLEADING: Beginning – Advanced classes focusing on Cheer Motions, Dance, Jumps and Tumbling Skills for Cheerleaders. Tumble Cheer is a great class for those interested in Middle and High School Cheer! KADETTE TROUPE: A non competitive group which will have the opportunity to perform an additional 2-3 times a year. COMPETITIVE TUMBLING/ K COMPANY/ALLSTAR CHEER: This program is designed for the serious dancer, cheerleader and tumbler. Please inquire with the studio director. Back to top |