2010 / 2011 Season

38 Lessons - 3 Terms

Discounts for families and multiple classes.

Dance Classes

Highland, Nationals, Jig & Hornpipe
Theory: Beginner to Professional
Performance Training
Competition Coaching
Choreography
Examination Classes
Step Dancing
Clogging
Stretch and Strength

Curriculum

The curriculum is based on ability level, areas of interest and/or personal strengths and needs.  The following areas may be included:

Appropriate warm-up
Highland dances
Nationals, jig, hornpipe
Championship steps
Practice techniques
Mental training and focus
Stage presence
Specialty exercises for improved technique
Choreography
Theory
Performance Training

What to Bring

Notebook and pen
Water bottle (labelled)

Dance Attire
Black and White

Girls Highland
Black tank-style leotard (cotton/lycra)
or
Studio tank top or form-fitting T-shirt in (black or white) and short shorts
White knee-high socks for Highland Class - ankle socks are acceptable for step class
Neutral or pink tights optional (with spandex to prevent sagging)
Hair in bun or braids - no ponytails
No jewellery (small stud earrings excepted)
From 2nd year, jig/national skirt is needed
 

Boys Highland
Black shorts and black or white T-shirt worn tucked in
White knee-high socks
No jewellery

All Dancers - Step
Black shorts or dance pants
White or black T-shirt
White socks of choice
No jewellery

Shoes
Highland - Highland Shoes (New beginners may wear a gymnastic or ballet slipper to begin the first term) and Jig Shoes as required
Step - Non split-sole tap oxford with taps on toe and heel (beginners may also wear a standard patent tap shoe

Where to get Things

• See "Dancers' Corner" for supplier information

• Highland Shoes (ghillies) range in price from $60 to $170 depending on brand - beginners are encouraged to try Burnett's, Luzio and Forsyth brands

• Note that Highland Shoes normally fit snug to the foot - they will stretch - so they do not collapse at the heel when pointing