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2011-2012 Schedule˙

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Listed below is a brief description of disciplines offered at
Art of Gymnastics & Cheer:

Acrobatics/Gymnastics - Controlled tricks, cartwheels, head stands, handstands, handsprings, etc to improve flexibility, strength and balance. In some classes teachers may incorporate the use of equipment such as: Uneven Parallel Bars, Balance Beam, Rings, Vault, Trampoline, Tumble Trak, etc....

Advanced Power Tumbling - Advanced skills such as: multiple handsprings, Saltos (tucked, piked, laid out), whipbacks, arabian tucks, gainer layout stepouts, twisting layouts, etc... Prerequisite: Round off, Back handspring, back tuck on spring floor unassisted.

Aerial Arts - Have you or your child been in awe of performers who look as though they float in mid air with silk ribbons and more from shows such as Cirque Du Soleil? In this class, students will learn the ancient circus art of aerial silks, ropes and hoops. Students will take a chance and discover the beautiful art of Aerial work literally dancing in the air!

All Boys Hip-Hop, Gymnastics & Parkour/Conditioning - Basic street style dance combined with Gymnastics training and incorporating Parkour which is a method to overcome obstacles with speed, efficiency, and agility. Originally developed in France, the main purpose of the Parkour is to teach participants how to adapt their movements to their environment by vaulting, rolling, running, climbing and jumping. A GREAT physical fitness class for boys of various ages!!!

Ballet - Classical, graceful movements to learn and utilize proper positions and technique.

Ballet/Gymnastics "Package"- a mix of Classical Ballet (30 min) and 30 min of technical artistic gymnastics (uneven bars, balance beam, vaulting, trampoline and floor work)

Cheerleading - is an activity that uses organized routines made up of elements from dance, gymnastics, and stunting.  Art of Gymnastics & Cheer offers cheer programs from the ages of 3 all the way up until 19.  Our facility has a fantastic competitive program consisting of five different teams.  The program is called "Fantasy All Stars"!!!

Contemporary- Interpretive Dance using balance and control.   A style of theatrical dance that incorporates classical ballet and favors moment deriving from the expression of inner feeling.

Contortion - Included here is a very wide range of flexibility. Stretching, arching, balancing and achieving extreme backbends are taught in this class. Contortion is also a beautiful art form which is usually performed with grace, elegance and style.

Gymnastics (equipment)- focus of this class are the Uneven Parallel Bars, Balance Beam, Vault, Trampoline, & Tumble Trak

Hand Balancing - is an unusual form of locomotion, in which the athlete stands on the hands & moves primarily using their hands. Before one can begin this class, a handstand position must be attained and maintained, which requires good upper body strength, as well as a heightened sense of balance and spatial awareness. Audition only.

Hip Hop - Funk or street dancing, MTV style using fundamental jazz technique.

Intro to Tap - Striking of the foot to the floor to create tap sounds in rhythmic patterns.

Jazz - The use of isolations, turns, leaps, etc. to enhance flexibility and rhythm.

Jumps, Leaps & Turns- a class to help the dancer improve in the "flashy tricks" of contemporary/jazz dance elements.

Lyrical- Ballet/Jazz dance that demonstrates extension, balance as well as the interpretation of music.

Parent & Tot - Class in which parent & child participate to learn small motor skills, balance hand/eye coordination, movements and intro to gymnastics.

Pee-Wee Cheer (int) - A class cnetered around the basics of cheerleading (tumbling, dance, flexibility). Should have had Combo 1 or 2 or previous experience.  This is a more serious approach to gymnastics/flexibility for the pre-schooler.  (3-5 yrs old) Contortion will now be introduced into this class!

Tap -  footwork concentrating on syncopation, rhythm, timing and variations

Tiny Tots 1 & 2- Introduction to fundamental dance techniques utilizing songs, rhythms, tumbling and imaginary play/performance

Twisting Class-  This class will be working on full twists only and variations of (full twisting LOSO, 2/2, 3/3 and standing 1/1).       
Prerequisite: Solid Round Off Back Handspring Layout.

VarIety Arts!-  This is our"anything goes" type of class. Some days it can be Contortion or Hand Balancing, other days it can be Gymnastics, at times it will be Aerial Arts, and sometimes it may even be musical theatre technique!
 

As we're sure you'll agree, our rates are quite reasonable and we can assure you that your child(ren) will receive the best possible dance, contortion, cheerleading and gymnastics training anywhere! Please note the ages and levels listed for each class. Ages listed represent a general range. The Directors will be happy to assist you in determining the most appropriate level for your child(ren).

In most cases the level breakdown (based on our competition team ranking) is as follows:
Level IV/V - beginner/basic experience
Level III - some experience
Level II - intermediate experience
Level I- advanced experience
(all Level I classes are to be invite only, please see the office for placement)

Also, please take into consideration that new classes may open up as some may fill up more quickly than others.

Please see someone in the office for a complete list of prices.

The Art of Gymnastics and Cheer is very excited about our format for gymnastics, dance contortion and cheerleading classes. Our annual recital is held every year for all our dancers, gymnasts and cheerleaders giving them the opportunity to perform for their family and friends.

Gymnastics classes are offered in beginner, intermediate and advanced recreational programs. We have all boys classes, preschool gymnastics, rhythmic gymnastics, contortion, power tumbling and parent and tot classes offered weekly. Sign your child up today!

Dance classes are offered in classical ballet, hip-hop, tap, lyrical, classical pointe' and jazz.
Children, teens and adults may participate in any of our dance classes.

Thank you for expressing an interest in Art of Gymnastics & Cheer, where every child is a star!

THE CLASS LIST CHART BELOW WILL BE FINISHED SOON.
ABOVE GRID ARE THE DAYS, SUBJECTS (WITH DESCRIPTIONS), AND TIMES OFFERED FOR ALL CLASSES BEGINNING SEPTEMBER 12, 2011

˙Art of Gymnastics & Cheer reserves the right and responsibility to cancel and/or change any
listed class above due to: schedule changes, enrollment or other unseen circumstances.

Please understand an AVERAGE age range is given for each class. There may at times, be exceptions due to previous experience, ability, etc.
Classes are scheduled as follows:

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