MacLeod of Lewis Scottish Arts Centre
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MacLeod of Lewis Scottish Arts Centre
MacLeod of Lewis Scottish Arts Centre Dancers’ Handbook 2012 - 2013 Season CONTACT INFO STUDIO: 2007 Mount Forest Drive, Burlington ON at Brant St just 1 Block North of the QEW, (Entrance on Brant) MAIL: 2284 Glastonbury Rd., Burlington ON L7P 4C8 PHONE: Daytime & Messages: 905-335-6277 During Class Hours: 905-466-3111 EMAIL: [email protected] WEBSITE: www.scottishartscentre.com Table of Contents ATTIRE - Class Requirements - Shoes & Dancewear BOOSTER ASSOC. CAMPS CLASSES - Dance Styles & Description - Zumba & Pilates CANCELLATIONS - Absence from Class - Withdrawal - HOLIDAYS COMPETITIONS COSTUMES - Costume Fee - Rentals DANCE COMPANY EXAMINATIONS FEES FUNDRAISING INSTRUCTORS PERFORMANCES SAFETY SCHEDULES STUDIO - Leaving the Building - Storm Days - Lesson dates & Holidays - Personal class schedule Pg. 4 Pg. 5 Pg. 9 Pg. 12 Pg. 1 Pg. 11 Pg. 8 Pg. 8 Pg, 8 Pg. 7 Pg. 5 Pg. 5 Pg. 6 Pg. 6 Pg. 10 Pg. 9 Pg. 2-3 Pg. 9 Pg. 8 Pg. 8 Pg. 8 Back pg Pg. 3 DANCE CLASSES It’s an exciting time as we begin our 47th year of teaching. Our goal is to provide quality dance training that helps to develop your child’s balance, flexibility, memory skills, presentation skills, confidence and self-esteem. We do this with an emphasis on fun and a love of the art form. We welcome both boys and girls into our programs and feel that with a little hard work each year of dance can be rewarding in many ways. We provide professional instruction to students from 3 years to adult. We adhere to the guidelines of the Scottish Official Board of Highland Dancing (SOBHD) and the examination program of the British Association of Teachers of Dancing (BATD). HIGHLAND DANCING The dancers learn the Traditional steps and movements of the basic Dances Highland Fling Ghillie Callum – The Sword Dance Sean Triubhas * Strathspey * Highland Reel * Reel of Tulloch These dances are seen at most Highland Games and are primarily dances created by Soldiers and Highlanders as celebrations of success in war and hunt. SCOTTISH NATIONALS While there are many more lesser-known dances, the dancers will focus on eight dances used in competition and examinations. These dances are lighter in style than the Highland dances and are often a dance of honour or accompanied by a story. Flora MacDonald’s Fancy Scotch Measure - A Twa’some Wilt Thou Go To The Barracks Johnny? Blue Bonnets O’er the Border * * * * Scottish Lilt The Village Maid The Earl of Errol Heilan’ Laddie In addition, two other dances often seen at the Highland Games are taught The Sailor’s Hornpipe * Irish Jig (in Scottish Style) TRADITIONAL STEP DANCING Here the intricate patterns of “foot stomping” to the family fiddle at a kitchen Ceilidh (party) are taught. We teach in the styles of Cape Breton and Prince Edward Island. TARTAN TOTS A program for 3 & 4 year olds. This is a half-hour class consisting of movement to music, learning to count and pattern. Highland movements are introduced as the year progresses. Page 1 THE DANCE INSTRUCTORS Our Teachers are all seasoned performers and have been successful competitors. Each holds Professional qualifications (Associate, Membership or Fellowship) with the British Association of Teachers of Dancing (B.A.T.D.) The Teachers have taken professional training at the MacLeod of Lewis studio and continue to stay current by attending workshops and development sessions in Canada and the United States. Marjorie-Anne Macleod Dent Fellow & Life Member, British Association of Teachers of Dancing (BATD) Member, Scottish Dance Teachers Alliance (SDTA) (inactive) Member, Scottish Official Board of Highland Dancing Judges’ Panel Registered Member & Honorary Life Member, ScotDance Canada (Ontario) • • • • Teaching in the Hamilton/Burlington area since 1964 Former elementary school teacher Active judge and workshop teacher across Canada and the USA Executive of several Professional & Dance organizations including: Past Chair of ScotDance Ontario, Past Chair of Southern Ontario Adjudicators, Vice President of Western Ontario Highland Dancers Association (WOHDA) Sarah-Elspeth Dent Henshaw B.A. CYW Diploma Member B.A.T.D Hiighland Branch Director of the 123 Come Dance with Me Programme • • • Teaching at all levels, Sarah has much expertise teaching beginners Creator of “DanceAbility” Programme for those with special needs Established & Directed the Highland program at The Dance Shoppe, Milton Jessica Macleod-Dent B.F.A. (Dance) B.Ed Certified Personal Trainer (CanFitPro) Fellow, B.A.T.D., Highland Branch Member, B.A.T.D., Scottish Nationals Branch Registered Member, ScotDance Canada (Ont) • • • • • • • Page 2 World Championship Gold Medalist Winner of numerous Canadian and U.S. Open Championships - including: Ontario Open, Northern Canadian Open, Atlantic Open, Virginia Open, Atlantic International Open, Northeastern U.S. Open, New England Open, P.E.I. Open, Atlantic Champion of Champions Former Director of Dance at the College of Piping & Celtic Performing Arts of Canada Former Vice-Chair of the Arts Council of Prince Edward Island Original Cast member of The Needfire at the Princess of Wales Theatre, Toronto Original member of the Scottish Dance Company of Canada Choreographer and Founder of the Canadian Thistle Dance Company Shannon Pole • • • B..EngSoc Member B.A.T.D., Highland Branch Studied for four years at the award winning Reid School in Pennsylvania Member of the Canadian Thistle Dance Company Experienced Swim Instructor Christina Watt • • Tots & Beginners Associate, B.A.T.D., Highland Branch Successful Competitor to the Premier Level Performed frequently in the Hamilton International Tattoo Kailey Meehan Step Dancing • • • Associate, B.A.T.D., Highland Branch Member of the Canadian Thistle Dance Company Three nominations for the BATD Sadie Simpson Scholarship Competitive Trophy Winner Alexandra Moore • • • B.A. Associate, B.A.T.D., Highland Branch Toured with Ronnie Coburn MBE & “Breath of Scotland” troupe Dancer with the professional comedy ensemble “Tartan Terrors” Member of Canadian Thistle Dance Company THE STUDIO We have refer to ourselves as The Family Studio, not just because it is led by a mother and two daughters but because members of our studio become like a family to us and each other. The current studio location was built in August of 2002 by volunteers - family, friends, dancers and their families. Every effort was made to make the location pleasant and welcoming. Feel free to inform us of needed changes & repairs or make suggestions as to how we can improve. ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺ ☺ 2 dance studios with sprung wood floors Spacious and welcoming lobby Music room 2 change rooms Costume resale & Costume storage facilities Staff office, Kitchenette STUDIO A STUDIO B LOBBY LOBBY HALL Page 3 CLASS ATTIRE It’s as clear as BLACK & WHITE All students must be appropriately dressed for class. A sweater may be worn until warm up is complete. We cannot correct the alignment of a body we cannot see. GIRLS - HIGHLAND: Black LEOTARD (cotton / lycra) - alone or with short dance shorts or: PLAIN black or white top or form-fitting T-shirt and short dance shorts White KNEE-HIGH SOCKS Neutral tights worn under the socks are optional (tights with spandex prevent sagging) Hair in BUN or BRAIDS – no ponytails NO JEWELLERY (small stud earrings, wedding rings excepted) From 2nd year a practice skirt is needed for Nationals & Jig • • • • • BOYS - HIGHLAND: Black SHORTS Black or White T-SHIRT worn tucked in White KNEE-HIGH SOCKS NO JEWELLERY • • • • ALL - STEP DANCERS: Black or white PLAIN T-SHIRT Black dance PANTS or SHORTS White SOCKS of choice Hair off the face NO JEWELLERY (small stud earrings & wedding rings excepted) • • • • • SHOES all Levels: HIGHLAND • HIGHLAND GHILLIES - brand of dancer’s choice (sources noted on pg 5) Note: Tartan Tots may wear a black gymnastics slipper or black ballet slipper Beginner dancers may do the same for 1st term only • JIG SHOES as required STEP DANCING • TAP OXFORD - brand of dancer’s choice (Luzio, Bloch, Leo etc) • Solid sole tap oxford with non-jingle TAPS on TOE and HEEL ) Note: Younger beginners may also wear a standard mary-jane style black patent tap shoe LITTLE EXTRAS Notebook & Pen • Dancers should bring a spiral-bound 8.5 x 11 notebook to class • We encourage students to jot down their corrections and practice expectations. Water Bottle • Labelled with your name Remember to label footwear, clothing & accessories Page 4 WHERE TO GET THINGS HIGHLAND SHOES (ghillies) range from $60 to $170 depending on the brand. • Beginners are encouraged to try SoDanca, Luzio, James Senior or Forsyth brands • Competitive dancers should consider a padded shoe for practice such as: Forsyth Shockabzorb, Hullachan Pro, Dancewear of Edinburgh, Dougies, Toe & Heel padded AND a sleeker shoe for competition such as: Dancewear of Edinburgh, Gandolfi, Toe & Heel Gold, Forsyth, James Senior, Dougies • Highland Shoes fit snug to the foot and do not collapse at the heel when pointing STARDUST COSTUMES * Dance wear * Beginner Highland Ghillies * Step Shoes & Clogging Shoes 4155 Fairview St. Burlington near Appleby 905-681-921 HIGHLAND DANCEWEAR * Variety of Highland Ghillies * Sundry supplies Dana-Lynn Stewart Robitaille [email protected] 905-655-0600 (Whitby ON) DANCEWEAR of BURLINGTON * Dance wear * Beginner Highland Ghillies * Step Shoes 4012 New St. @ Walkers INSTEP ACTIVEWEAR * Dance wear 2025 William O'Connell Blvd, Burlington at Upper Middle Rd (905) 336-2866 THE TARTAN GHILLIE * Variety of Highland Ghillies * Expert Highland Sock Repair * Sundry supplies Della Reid & Wendi Neill www.thetartanghillie.com [email protected] STEP ‘N’ OUT * Dance wear * Beginner Highland Ghillies * Step Shoes 1314 Upper Wentworth, Hamilton (South of the Lincoln Alexander Pkwy) 905-575-7164 And MACLEOD of LEWIS. SCOTTISH ARTS CENTRE * Gently loved Dancewear, Shoes & Costumes * Sundry supplies COSTUMES Our studio makes every effort to cut costs by recycling many costumes pieces and accessories. The four competitive uniforms (kilt, arisaid, hornpipe, jig) and a white dress are purchased by and the property of the dancer however, specialty costumes and accessories are returned to the studio after a recital, performance or choreography event. The annual costume fee helps purchase new pieces and assist with the cleaning and upkeep. This fee also allows us to assist new competitors, and ever growing dancers, with “loaners” while they source new items. ALL DANCERS All dancers pay a $50 costume fee at registration towards performance & competition costume loans & upkeep. This will be refunded if the dancer withdraws during the first term. COSTUME RENTALS A 6-month (max.) costume loan is available for new and growing dancers. We will rent costumes to non-dancers for special events. Page 5 EXAMINATIONS Exams give every dancer an annual goal. They assure dancer & parent that quality work is taught and offer a lasting memento of the years of training. The British Association of Teachers Dancing (BATD) is recognized worldwide as a registered organization since 1892. BATD offers an exam program in many dance forms. Although there is a separate cost for Exams, the studio does not benefit from these fees. We offer BATD Amateur exams in: Highland * Scottish Nationals * Jig & Hornpipe * Step Dancing * Team Choreography In addition, we encourage dancers to take Grade & Professional examinations in: Highland * Scottish Nationals * Step Dancing The Amateur Levels (Dance): Starlite I (3-7 years only) Starlite II (3-7 years only) First Steps (4-7 yrs - Highland only) Pre Bronze Bronze Silver Pre Gold (Highland only) Gold Blue Riband British Medallion British Award Premier Award Annual Award (optional) The Highland Island Medals: For between levels & Rec Program * Isle of Lewis * Harris Medal * Uist Medal * Barra Medal * Isle of Mull Medal The Grade Levels (Theory & Dance): Pre Primary Primary Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Elementary The Professional Levels: Associate: teach with guidance of an experienced Professional Member: certified to teach on one’s own min. of 2 yrs after Associate Fellow: demonstrating an indepth knowledge of dance & teaching min. of 3 years after Member Note: Becoming a Judge requires a special 3 part exam (min. mark of 85 in all 3 segments - written, oral and mock judging). It is set, and given periodically by, the Scottish Official Board of Highland Dancing. CANADIAN THISTLE DANCE COMPANY The Company is a group of Premier level dancers participating in new Choreography, Performances and Competition. Directed & choreographed by Miss Jessica & Mrs Dent, the troupe has been successful throughout the Province. Membership in the Company requires a sincere commitment and loyal attendance. The Company often performs with local Celtic artists & Pipe Bands. Page 6 COMPETITIONS Participating in Competitions is encouraged as they give the dancers a goal and a reason to improve technique. However, entry is strictly the dancer’s and family’s choice. We like our dancers, when ready, to try competition for a few events before making a decision whether or not to compete. Learning to win well, and lose with grace, is all part of the dance and life experience. It takes a lot of practice to do both well! • Dancers must have the Director’s approval before entering their first competition • All dancers must be registered with ScotDance Canada (Ontario). This is the governing body for Highland Dancing in Canada and is the registration liaison for the Scottish Official Board of Highland Dancing in Scotland. This registration is renewed on an annual basis This registration allows the dancer to compete worldwide • Many competitions also require that you be a member of their organization to be eligible to complete. Please ask for guidance. • Entries will be emailed to you as soon as available. A list of upcoming competitions & events is posted on the front lobby Bulletin Board. This will help you see where other studio dancers are participating. It is your responsibility to submit your dancer’s entry form. “First to enter is last to dance” so decide & enter quickly. • You will be given a helpful worksheet before your first competition and our more experienced families will also be willing to guide you through the event. • Competitions are broken into Categories and sub-divided by age. Dancers will always be competing with others at the same level and similar age: PRIMARY BEGINNERS Dancers ages 4 years to 6 years Status until dancer wins at least one 1st, 2nd or 3rd placing at 6 different competitions or 6 months (whichever is greater) NOVICE Status until dancer wins at least one 1st, 2nd or 3rd placing at 6 different competitions or 6 months (whichever is greater) INTERMEDIATE Status held for one year from the date of the first intermediate competition use this year wisely PREMIER The highest level - Can be divided into A & B with specified restrictions To compete beyond Primary/preliminary Beginner Level, dancers MUST take 2 or more lessons per week \ Page 7 LESSON DATES & HOLIDAYS Lessons Begin: Weekly Lessons End: No Lessons Scheduled: Monday September 10, 2012 Thursday June 20, 2013 THANKSGIVING HALLOWE’EN CHRISTMAS (2 weeks) FAMILY DAY SPRING BREAK (1 week) EASTER VICTORIA DAY Lessons as usual: Lessons rescheduled: Monday Oct 3, Wed. Oct 31 Last class Dec 20, Resume Jan 7, Monday Feb 18, Last class Mar 9, Resume Mar 18, Monday Apr 1, Monday May 20, 2012 2012 2012 2013 2013 2013 2013 20131 2013 No cancellations for School PA/PD days Lessons are rescheduled if cancelled by the Director - this includes storm days. CANCELLATIONS & COURTESIES If you are going to be Absent PLEASE email or call to let us know, as soon as you know, you will be absent from class. We worry about the safety of your child when you do not arrive AND our classes are small enough that we may be able to reschedule the evening if advised of your absence. You may take another class at the similar level, within 6 weeks, or forfeit the lesson. Withdrawal If a student discontinues during the season notice must be given prior to the end of the current month and then one month’s notice, or payment for same, is required. The remaining cheques will be voided, returned or destroyed. No refunds during Term 3. Storm Days Should a storm force cancellation of classes the decision will be made by 2:00 pm and you will be emailed and called until you confirm receipt of the message If you decide not to travel before we contact you, PLEASE let us know. Bathroom Visits Dancers, especially wee ones, should go to the bathroom before class. This is all part of preclass preparation. Exits during class are disruptive & often cause a chain reaction. Behaviour The Studio will not tolerate bullying, fighting or inappropriate language in the change room, studios or waiting areas. Such behaviour should be reported to the staff immediately. The Students will be held accountable and the Parents consulted as to solutions. Timely Arrival Students should arrive 10-15 min. before class to dress, stretch and go to the bathroom so they are ready to dance at the scheduled lesson time. Leaving the Building Dancers under the age of 16 MUST have a parent or guardian come into the studio to pick them up. No dancer may wait outside or leave unaccompanied. Page 8 PERFORMANCES Performance is an essential part of dance training. Its an opportunity to display skills, develop stage presence and self-confidence. We are often asked to perform for Scottish dinners & concerts, Seniors’ residences, Hospitals, Robbie Burns Day, Weddings, with Pipe Bands & Celtic Bands and more. Since these are a learning experience, 1 or 2 performances may be counted as lessons. All dancers are asked to perform as often as possible with some priority given to the Canadian Thistle Dance Company and competitive, experienced dancers. There is a recital held every second year THE BOOSTER ASSOCIATION & FUNDRAISING What is the Booster Association? The parents & families of the MacLeod of Lewis Dancers working together to raise funds for dancers’ field trips, specialty costuming or props, general bursaries, workshops and more. The funds are raised and maintained separate from the dance studio. Payments for Performances and fun events at the studiio (eg: movie & pizza night) make up a large part of the fundraising. Why a Booster Association? To help defray the overall cost of participation in special events and competitions and build new friendships within the studio How much Fundraising? A minimum. The Booster Assn. aims to make the fundraisers appealing and not to overwhelm you, your friends or family. You may get involved as much or as little as desired but we do ask each family participate. Page 9 FEE SCHEDULE REGISTRATION There is a non-refundable Administration fee of $15 per family. • NO EXTRA FEES • No extra fees for Performance, Exam, Recital or Dance Company rehearsals BANK CHARGES • We regret we must charge a $25 service charge on any returned cheques REFUNDS • • • • • The costume deposit will be returned if a dancer withdraw within the first term After giving a 1 month notice of withdrawal all cheques will be returned or destroyed. There are no refunds for withdrawal during the 3rd Term. No refunds are given for missed classes for reasons of your own accord. Every effort will be made to help the dancer make up any missed lessons within the 6 weeks following. FAMILY & MULTI-LESSON DISCOUNTS • • 2nd Lesson is reduced 15% and 10% each for multiple lessons thereafter Families calculate as if only 1 dancer Monthly Payments 1st (Sept-June) or 30th (Aug-May) Term Payments Sept. 1, Dec. 1, Mar.1 Family Rates: calculate lessons as if only 1 dancer NOTE: Fees are balanced over 10 months and do not reflect the weeks in a month Page 10 SESSIONED PROGRAMMES 1,2,3 COME DANCE WITH ME A Dance and movement program for the wee one 18-35 months AND Caregive. Wednesday and Saturday mornings at 9:45 to 10:15 am. TARTAN TOTS An introductiion to Highland Dancing for the Preschoolers & Kindergarteners 3-4 years. Wednesday evening & Saturday morning. SAT: SEPT 29-DEC1 (10 wk), JAN 12-MAR 9 (9 wk), APR 6-JUNE 8 (10 wk) WED: SEPT 26-NOV 28 (10 wk), JAN 9-MAR 6 (9 wk), APR 3-JUNE 5 (10 wk) OTHER LESSONS At the Scottish Arts Centre VOICE Instructor - Marjorie-Anne Macleod Dent ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ARCT Royal Conservatory of Music Training included: Classic Opera, German Lieder, Traditional Art Songs, Broadway Tunes & Folk songs - focusing on a Scottish repertoire A successful competitor, Mrs Dent was Kiwanis Festival Rose Bowl winner for female voice Eisteddfod Festival All-Voice Champion Vocal lessons are 40 minute private sessions ZUMBA Instructor - Audrey Vanderstoop RNCP, PTS ∗ Audrey is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist , Personal Trainer Specialist and Lifestyle Educator. She has worked in the field of weight management and nutrition for over twenty-five years. In addition, Audrey is certified as a Zumba Fitness and Aqua Zumba Instructor. PILATES Instructor - Kristen Wiwczaruk BFA (Dance) • • Kristen comes from a wide background of movement training including Gyrotonic, C.I. Training, Pilates Mat and Reformer work, plus Contemporary, Classical and Cross-Cultural Dance training. She holds an Honours Bachelor of Fine Arts from York University's Dance Program. She has enjoyed working with children as young as 2 to adults, and has instructed classes through the City of Toronto & York University's Kinesiology Faculty. Page 11 DAY CAMPS There will be several Day Camps offered during this dance season. Camps run from 9 am to 4 pm daily and are geared towards those dancers ages 4-14 years • • • • Kringle Kamp - Wednesday to Friday . January 2-4 March Merriment - Monday to Friday March 11-15 Celtic Caper Camp - Monday to Friday July 15-19 Celtic Caper Camp - Monday to Friday August 5-9 Day Camps offer: • • • • • • Dance Classes in Highland, Step, Nationals, Choreography, Ceilidh, Scottish Country and more Games & Stories Crafts Outings - swimming, bowling, mini putt MacLeod of Lewis Cinema - “the Best Movie Theatre ever” !! Fun & Friendship Join us just for fun CELTIC CAPER 2010 CELTIC CAPER 2007 Page 12 YEAR AT A GLANCE 2012 SEPT Term 1 SEPT OCT OCT OCT OCT OCT NOV NOV NOV NOV DEC DEC DEC DEC 10 t.b.c. 25 8 13-14 27-28 25-29 31 3 4 28 30 1 t.b.c. t.b.c. 20 Classes Begin Booster Association Meeting WOHDA Guelph Dist Competition, Guelph** Thanksgiving - no regular classes BATD Festival, London ON ** Capital City Championship, Ottawa BATD Scholarship Event, Miami , FL Hallowe’en - no classes Performance - Mississauga for Ian Anderson House WOHDA Halton Dist. Competition, Burlington ** Performance - Indigo Books, Burlington St. Andrew’s Day - some performances BATD Festival, Toronto ON ** Shopping Night - Movies & Pizza Night Christmas Ceilidh & Recital Last classes for 2012 2013 JAN 2-4 JAN 7 JAN 25 FEB 18 MAR 11-15 MAR 11-15 Sping t.b.a. APR 1 MAY 20 JUNE 1 JUNE 22 JUNE 23-27 JULY & AUG JULY 3-7 JULY 15-19 AUG. 5-9 AUG. 21 Kringle Kamp Classes resume Robbie Burns Day = performances over 10-14 days Family Day - no regular classes Spring Break - no regular classes March Merriment Day Camp BATD Dance & Theory Examinations Easter - no regular classes Victoria Day - no regular classes Ontario Closed Championships, Toronto Last classes for 2012-2013 Season Intensive Training Camp for SDCCS Open Summer Drop In Classes ScotDance Championship Series, Montreal QC Celtic Caper Day Camp Celtic Caper Day Camp Registration Begins for 2013-2014 ** NOTE: Not all competitions are listed Watch for updates on the lobby bulletin board and by email Page 13 MY LESSON SCHEDULE Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Saturday HIGHLAND __________pm STEP __________pm ____________ __________pm HIGHLAND __________pm STEP __________pm ____________ __________pm HIGHLAND __________pm STEP __________pm TARTAN TOTS __________pm 1,2,3 CDWM __________am HIGHLAND __________pm STEP __________pm ____________ __________pm HIGHLAND __________am 1,2,3 CDWM __________am TARTAN TOTS __________am MacLeod of Lewis Scottish Arts Centre Dancers Handbook 2012-2013