Mullane Healy O`Brien Irish Dance Academy Mullane Healy O`Brien

Mullane Healy O’Brien
Irish Dance Academy
2009-2010
Class Schedule
www.mullanehealyobrien.com
773.775.9807
We are proud to pass along our love of Irish Dancing to
your children. In the Mullane Healy O’Brien Academy
you will find a hardworking— yet fun atmosphere, from
both the teachers and the students.
For nearly 25 years, the Mullane Healy O’Brien Academy
has strived to instill in each child a sense of confidence- from
our World Champion decorated dancers, to our young
beginners and tots - with the Mullane Healy O’Brien
Academy each dancer receives the attention and
instruction that they deserve.
You will observe that Irish Dancing has many wonderful
qualities that motivate children: from the joy of learning
new steps, to performing routines at the Annual Recital, to
winning that first medal, to working as a team, to sharing the
fun with your new friends. For 24 years we have taught
children to love dance for all of its wonderful qualities - and
we look forward to our 25 th year ...
The Mullane Healy O’Brien Booster Club was established to
support the dancers within the Academy in many different ways.
Proceeds from hosting the annual
Mullane Healy O’Brien Feis, the Halloween Feis, and the Night of Shenanigans, are used for the sole purpose of
providing support for the dancers and
promoting school unity. Just look at
some of the financial assistance and
events that the Booster Club provides and will be providing i n 2 0 0 9 - 1 0 for the Academy:
This year we ask all new families to join the Booster Club. The
annual dues for a family is $20 for Tot, Beginner 1, Beginner 2,
and Recreational dancers, and $40 for Novice dancers and higher
- which is remarkably less then many other Irish Dance Academies that are the same size and stature of MHoB.
It is important that the Booster
Club includes the support of
all the families of the Academy
not only through your dues
but also through your participation in helping create great
memories and friendships for
our dancers.
For nearly 25 years, the Mullane family has been synonymous with Irish dancing in the Chicago area. First established in 1985, Mike,
Mary, Billy, and Peggy, nurtured the Academy into one of the largest and most decorated dancing schools in the Chicago Area winning
12 North American Championship titles, along with All-Ireland and World placings. Michael Mullane is the current President of the Irish
Dance Teachers Association of North America, and travels to Dublin often as Vice-President of An Coimisiun le Rince Gaelacha. Mary
Alice and Peggy, when not in the studio perfecting solos and team dancing, teach at a local Catholic grammar school.
In 2002, Gary Healy, began teaching in the Chicago area and in a very short space of time,
his commitment to excellence transformed dancers onto the international scene winning
regional and national team titles for both solo and team events. At the age of eighteen, Gary
moved from Birmingham, England to Glasgow to study law at the prestigious University
of Glasgow Law School, where he graduated with honors in European Union Law in
1997. Gary is a licensed attorney. As a dancer, Gary has won the All-Scotland, British
National, Great Britain, All-Ireland and retired from competitive Irish dancing in 1998
after winning the Senior Men's World Championship title.
Breda O'Brien originally from County Galway, Ireland, was the founder of the very
successful O'Brien School in Galway, which from 1988 through 2004 produced over
twenty one All-Ireland and World Champion dancers. Breda is very highly respected
teacher and adjudicator within 'An Coimisun le Rince Gaelacha' and has adjudicated throughout the world and officiated at the All- Ireland
and World Championships on many occasions. Breda recently adjudicated at the 2009 All-Ireland Irish Dance Championships.
The Academy is also pleased to have Eanna Ryan from Galway, Ireland on staff. Eanna is a World Champion, and has recently received
his TCRG certificate from An Coimisiun le Rince Gaelacha. Eanna, who is toured internationally with Riverdance, will be teaching
throughout the Fall in advance of the Regional Irish Dance Championships.
The Academy wants each dancer to be comfortable, yet challenged in their class selection. In addition to the Tot Class, this year the
Academy will offer four different class selections. If there is a question on class placement, please discuss with the teaching staff.
Tots:
New dancers who are three and four years of age. Dancers who master the basic jig and reel will be
moved into the Beginner class regardless of age
Level 1:
Level 1 classes are designed for our Beginner and Advanced Beginners in their first and second year of
dance (excluding Tot classes) and wish to attend class once a week. Dances taught will be the light jig,
reel, slip-jig, and single jig.
Level 2:
Level 2 classes are designed for our dancers who will compete at the Beginner 1, Beginner 2, (and
possibly have a dance or two in Novice) and who wish to attend class twice a week.
Level 3:
Level 3 classes are designed for dancers who compete at the Novice/Prizewinner level at an open feis
and will attend class twice a week.
Level 4:
Level 4 classes are designed for dancers who will be competing in Preliminary and Open
Championships. These dancers will attend class twice a week.
Recreational:
This class is designed for our dancers who love to dance but who do not wish to compete in an open
Feis at this time. To participate in the Recreational Class, dancers should have had lessons for a
minimum of three years (excluding tot classes) and know the basic hard shoe dances. These dancers
will attend class once a week.
Level
Per Session Fee
Tots
4 payments @ $105.00 each
or
or
Annual Fee if Paid by 8/24
$400.00
Level 1
4 payments @ $132.00 each
or
$500.00
Level 2
4 payments @ $220.00 each
or
$850.00
Level 3
4 payments @ $250.00 each
or
$950.00
Level 4
4 payments @ $260.00 each
or
$990.00
Recreational Class
4 payments @ $132.00 each
or
$500.00
Registration fee:
$50.00 per family
1st and 2nd children in family pay full price. 3rd child in family pay 50% and 4th child is free.
Pay the Yearly Tuition Fee and receive a discount
Late fee is $50.00 and Non-Sufficient funds fee (Returned checks) $50.00
There are no refunds if paying by the year after the start of classes, or after the start of a Session if paying by the Session
If you attend an extra class you need to pay $20.00 to that teacher at that location.
TUITION SCHEDULE
Payment 1
due week of August 20th
Payment 2
due week of October 1st
Payment 3
Payment 4
due week of January 17th
due week of March 1st
There are two ways to Register.
Walk In Registration will be held in Elmhurst and Edison Park on Thursday, August 20th, from 5:00-8:00 pm. We invite
you to come to either Studio and register. The teaching staff will be available to answer any questions.
Mail-In Registration can be handled by completing the attached Registration form and sending it to the Academy
Walk-in Registration - August 20th - 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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July 19-24th MHOB Workshop for all Dancers
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November 22, 2009
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December 12, 2009
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420A North York Road
Elmhurst, IL
Registration and Welcome Back to Class Week
Mullane Healy O’Brien Booster Club Halloween Feis (Dance Competition)
MHOB Class Feis and Regional Championship Rehearsal
Regional Irish Dance Championshipss
Booster Club Christmas Party
All-Ireland Dance Championships - Killarney, Ireland
St. Patrick’s Day Events - Parades, Performances, etc
World Championships of Irish Dance - Glasgow, Scotland
“Dancin’ on the Pier” - Academy Recital - Navy Pier Skyline Stage
Mullane Healy O’Brien Booster Club Feis
North American Irish Dance Championships - Orlando, FL
7233W. Touhy (at Harlem)
Chicago, IL 60631
6119 W 147th Avenue
Oak Forest, IL 60452
2411 W Central Park
Davenport, IA
5:00-5:45
5:45-6:45
6:45-7:45
7:45-9:00
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4
4:30-5:15
5:15-6:00
Tot
Level 1
5:00-5:45
5:45-6:45
6:45-7:45
7:45-9:00
Recreational
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4
5:00-5:45
5:45-6:45
6:45-7:45
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
6:00-7:00
7:00-8:30
Recreational
Level 4
5:15-5:45
5:45-6:30
Tots
Level 1
5:45-6:30
6:30-7:30
7:30-8:30
Boys Class and Level 2
Level 3
Traditional Set Class (Start Date To Be Announced)
4:00 - 5.30
5.30 - 7.30
7.30 - 9.30
Level 2
Level 4
Level 4
4:00 - 530
5.30 - 6.30
7:00 - 8.30
Level 3
Level 1 (New beginners must join this class time)
Level 3
5.30 - 7.30
7.30 - 9.30
4:00 - 5.30
5.30 - 7:00
7:00 - 8.30
Level 4
Level 4
Level 3
Level 2
Level 3
5:00-6:30
All competitive levels
10:00-10:45
10:45-11:45
11:45-12:45
Tots and Level 1
Level 2
Level 3 and Level 4
To Be Announced Shortly
To be Announced Shortly
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773.775.9807
The Mullane Healy O’Brien Irish Dance Academy
Registration 2009-2010
Before registering, please refer to the brochure and class insert for information about classes.
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By Mail:
In Person:
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Complete the Registration Form, include your Registration Fee and Tuition
Payment, and mail to the Address below, or
August 20, 2009 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. Edison Park and Elmhurst
1. Please provide FAMILY information
FAMILY NAME:
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ADDRESS:
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CITY:
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PHONE:
(_______)_________________ MOBILE (_______)_______________
PARENTS / GRDN
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EMAIL:
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ALTERNATE EMAIL:
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PRIMARY STUDIO:
EDISON PARK
ELMHURST
GAELIC PARK
QUAD CITY
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2. Please provide DANCER(s) information
_______________ Birthdate ______/______/______ in Level# _________
(first name)
Tuition Fee $___________ Session or Year
(see brochure)
(circle one)
_______________ Birthdate ______/______/______ in Level# _________
Tuition Fee $___________ Session or Year
_______________ Birthdate ______/______/______ in Level# _________
Tuition Fee $___________ Session or Year
_______________ Birthdate ______/______/______ in Level# _________
Tuition Fee $___________ Session or Year
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Please note that the first two children in a family pay the tuition, the 3 child pays 50% tuition, and all subsequent children are complimentary. Under the 4 Installments, each
installment is due on the date listed in the brochure.
3. Please provide FEE information
Total Family Tuition Fee
$__________________
Academy Registration Fee
$__________________($50 family)
TOTAL
$__________________
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Cash or Check #_______
Credit Card:
Visa
MasterCard
Please note that all families are required to pay the
Registration Fee. In addition, the Yearly all 1st Session
Fee must be included at the time of registration.
American Express
Name: ___________________________________________________
Card#:
Expiration Date:
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We, the staff at Mullane Healy O’Brien Academy (MHOB), recognize our obligation to make sure our students and their parents are aware of
the risks and hazards involved in any form of physical activity like dance. By signing this waiver, you release (MHOB) and all its teachers
from all claims on account of any injury which may be sustained while attending any MHOB dance class, event associated with MHOB or
outside MHOB performance. In signing this waiver, you acknowledge that the above enrolled dancers knowingly and voluntarily assume the
risk of injury and agree that MHOB and their instructors are not liable for personal injuries that a student may suffer during class or at any
related function.
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