Spring 2024 Jan 4 - May 29
Toddler and Children's Classes
classes are currently In Person
WEE DANCE
Join our littlest ones in their exuberant exploration of space, shapes, energy, motion and meaning with lots of interactive props. For 2-3 year olds, having a parent or caregiver join in makes them all the more confident and ready for funl!
Keikidance
Keikidancers love moving in unison, stretching, balancing, skipping, running and jumping like cats as they go from circle time to standing to moving across our spacious studio. We introduce basic ballet terminology, create movement patterns and practice memory retention in an atmosphere of fun exploration and structure. Great for 4-5 year olds and even 6 year olds with no prior training. They also get to perform in our annual production!
Preballet
For those age six to eight years of age who are ready to begin working on the fundamentals of classical ballet technique including body alignmment, turnout, and careful execution of basic exercises. This is the first time they stand at the barre, practice center exercises and move across the floor in rhythmic patterns. The joy of movement is still emphasized. Twice weekly recommended.
Youth Classes
classes are currently In Person
Ballet 1
Beginners age 8 and older are ready for longer sessions of basic technique with an emphasis on building balance, strength, facility and artistic expression. Twice weekly required. Three times weekly recommended.
Ballet 2
Beginning Intermediate level technique for those successfully attaining skills taught in Ballet 1. More exercises, longer sequences, quicker movements, more turns, bigger jumps and increased strength and facility taught at this level. Three times weekly required.
Ballet 3
Advanced Intermediate technique with pointe work. Minimum 3 technique classes/week .
Ballet 4-5
Advanced level technique. Entrance by instructor approval.
Pointe 1,2
Beginning pointe class: Must be taken with 3 ballet technique classes level 3 or hight. Mat conditioning class required.
Pointe 3
Intermediate/Advanced pointe class. Entrance by instructor's approval.
ADVANCED POINTE & VARIATIONS
Advanced ballet class focused on learning of variations and repertoire with an emphasis on pointe technique, artistry, and performance skills. Entrance by instructor's approval. For Ballet 4-5 students only
Dance Conditioning
Exercise class for alignment, core strength and body flexibility based on yoga, stretching, strengthening, and the Pilates method. Required for Pointe study.
Jazz 1
Beginning jazz dance to contemporary pop, rock and jazz for students ages 8 and older. Pre-requisite: 1 full year of Ballet 1 twice weekly.
Jazz 2
Intermediate jazz with a more contemporary bend including more floor work. Pre-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in Ballet 3 required.
Contemporary
Intermediate/Advanced contemporary movement for teens. Instructor Regina Ahlgren. Pre-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in Ballet 4 required.
ADULT CLASSES
ALL CLASSES ARE CURRENLTY OFFERED In Person
*Adult Beginning | $20 (including tax) in studio
Adult ballet for those with NO/Minimal prior training. Call to inquire .Instructor: Lindsay Kosas
Adult Ballet 1-2 | $20 (including tax) in studio, $15 (including tax) online via zoom
Beginning/Intermediate level technique. Instructor: Anna Motteler
Adult Ballet 3-4 | $20 (including tax) in studio
Intermediate/Advanced level technique. Instructor: Therese Wendler (Tuesdays) Rotation (Sundays) Jennifer Riley-Doyle (Thursdays)
Adult Pointe | $20 (including tax) in studio
Beginning Pointe for adult dancers. Barre and floor work building foot strength, flexibility, and vertical alignment, with center movement as deemed appropriate. Class may be taken without pointe shoes for feet and ankle strengthening purposes. Prerequisite: Former or current ballet training. Instructor: Therese Wendler
Adult Contemp | $20 (including tax) in studio
Intermediate/Advanced movement for adults. Instructor: Rotation Jose Silva and Georgia Ortega
Adult Stretch | $10 (including tax) in studio
Stretch, Yoga, Pilates class for adults, 30 minutes. Instructor: Jenny Riley-Doyle
LATE FEE POLICY
Adult class students MUST REGISTER ONLINE BEFORE THE BEGINNING OF CLASS! This is necessary in order for the system to accurately reflect the class attendance and for our instructors to receive the correct compensation for their classes. There is a late fee of $5 for anyone who does not register online before the start of class.
Dress Code
ballet or work out clothing (form fitting preferred) and ballet slippers or appropriate footwear, jazz shoes or half soled shoes. ***socks are okay for first time class, please no fabric softener used on them***
*All adult classes are on-going. Registration is online and must be done no later than 12:00pm (noon) the day of class.
Email or call: director@queenemmaballet.com 808-735-6553 with questions.
General Information & Policies
Classes, under the direction of Suzanne Rowland and Therese Wendler, strive to nurture a love for dance and movement while training the body in classical ballet technique appropriate to each student’s development. The opportunity to perform in productions and other events are also scheduled. Classes are offered to girls and boys, age two and up as well as adults. Students are placed according to age and ability. Inquire about scholarships for boys.
In addition to our regular policies, please see our current updated policy and participation requirements on the Covid-19 P&P page.
ATTENDANCE
As ballet is both a physical discipline and an art form, regular attendance is of the utmost importance.
Missed classes, whether due to illness or holidays, may be made up during the current session.
Please notify the school or instructor in case of absences and to arrange a make-up time.
Please be prompt. Students arriving late may be asked to watch rather than participate.
Parents and family may watch class on Open House days.
Instructor’s welcome questions regarding a student’s progress and enjoy the opportunity to speak with parents but as class time is limited, please call if possible.
Phone numbers may be obtained by calling the school office at 735-6553.
CONDUCT
All students must be in certifiably good health and able to fully participate in class activities.
Students are expected to conduct themselves appropriately so that a positive environment for learning is maintained in the studio.
Gum chewing, sitting, unnecessary talking or disruptive behavior is considered inappropriate and may result in a student being asked to leave class.
No food or drinks are allowed to be consumed in the studio, dressing room or office.
Students are expected to keep the studio and waiting area free of litter.
DRESS CODE
WEE DANCE
Dancers and Caregivers: Comfortable clothing, hair up out of face, ballet shoes are optional
KEIKIDANCE
Hair: Ponytail, braids, or a bun (hair must be up out of face)
Option 1: Pink leotard, leather ballet slippers. (Tights and skirts optional.)
Option 2: Black or White ballet slippers, T-shirts tucked into shorts.
PRE-BALLET
Hair: Long hair must be worn in a bun, short hair must be out of face
Option 1: Pink leotard, tights, pink leather ballet slippers. (Skirts optional)
Option 2: T-shirt tucked into black shorts, black or white leather ballet slippers.
BALLET 1 AND HIGHER:
Hair: Long hair must be worn in a bun, short hair must be out of face
Option 1: pink tights, ballet slippers, and correct leotard color
· Ballet 1: Lavender
· Ballet 2: Turquoise
· Ballet 3: Maroon/Burgundy
· Ballet 4-5: Black (any color/print allowed on Saturdays only)
Option 2: White T-shirt or solid color T-shirts that matches level, tucked into black shorts or black leggings, black or white ballet slippers.
Jazz 1 and Jazz 2:
Top: Black leotard or fitted solid color top
Bottom: Tights or black leggings or black bike shorts
Footwear: Ballet slippers
PLEASE REMEMBER:
No jewelry or watches for all levels.
If worn, undergarments must be fully covered by leotards for all levels.
Black skirts optional for Ballet 3 and up.
Step-N-Up Hawaii (ph. 941-7837) has the best selection of dance attire.
TUITION
Tuition is paid in advance. There is a processing fee of $20 for any returned checks and refunds are allowed only in case of prolonged illness.