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January Newsletter

January 2012

Dear Parents and Students,

Happy New Year! We want to take this opportunity to remind you of our exciting upcoming events. Please take a moment to review this information and if you have any questions or concerns, feel free to speak to your Instructor or our Administrative staff.

PARENT VIEWING WEEK

Parent viewing week for all Recreational Classes (excluding RAD Ballet classes) will be held during the weeks of Saturday January 28-Friday February 3 and Saturday February 4 to Friday February 10, 2012 depending on your child’s Instructor. The weeks will be split as follows:

Saturday, January 21, 2012
Viewing day for classes with Stephanie Clarke

Saturday, January 28-Friday February 3, 2012
Viewing Week for classes with the following teachers:
Veronica Lincoln, Kasey Bowers, Monique Romasco, Jennifer Smith, Noland Clarke, Julie d’Entremont, Miranda Forbes

Saturday, February 4 to Friday February 10, 2012
Viewing Week for classes with the following teachers:
Gwen Fleisch, Katie Watson, Danny Jovanov, Angela Borgeest, Melanie Allison, Matt Nethersole, Agata Mirosz, Stephanie Clarke  (no viewing day on Saturday February 4^th)

TAX RECEIPTS

The 2011 Child Program Receipts for tax purposes will be issued upon request only.  The following programs Dance, Music, Preschool/Kinderschool and Afternoon Arts may qualify for tax purposes.  Please email your request for the 2011 tax receipt to admin@oakvilleacademy.com and it will be processed and available for pick up within 10 working days.

JUNIOR RECITALS

This year we will be holding 8 Junior Recitals over a period of two days at Holy Trinity Secondary School. All classes age 6 & under (Primary Ballet & under) will be performing in one of the 8 recitals on either Saturday, June 2^nd or Sunday, June 3^rd, 2012. More information on recitals will be sent home shortly. Tickets for our Junior Recitals will go on sale on Saturday, March 3rd, 2012 from 5pm -7pm, and then can be purchased through the Front Desk during regular business hours. Please be aware that seating is limited, and that seats will be sold on a first-come first-served basis. Saturday classes participating in the Junior Recitals will not have regular classes on Saturday, June 2^nd, 2012.

SENIOR RECITALS

Our Senior Recitals will be held at the Living Arts Centre in Mississauga, on Sunday May 27^th, 2012 and Monday, May 28^th, 2012. Classes ages 7 & up (Grade 1 Ballet & up) will be performing in one of these two shows. More information on recitals will be sent home shortly, so please check your child’s dance bag weekly for important newsletters. Dress Rehearsals will take place in-studio at The Oakville Academy for the Arts on Friday, May 25^th  and Saturday, May 26^th , 2012. Tickets for our Senior Recitals can be purchased from The Living Arts Centre Box Office. The on-sale date for tickets to Senior Recitals will be announced mid-February, once we receive the information from The Living Arts Centre.

COSTUMES

This is a reminder that your $50.00 + HST costume deposit is now due. Please see the Front Desk to determine whether or not your deposit has been paid. Costumes will not be started until all deposits are in. The remaining balance for your child’s costume will be billed upon completion of the costume. Please be aware that costumes will not be handed out until they have been fully paid for.

VOLUNTEERS

This year, we will once again be asking for at least one parent volunteer per class to supervise their child’s class throughout the dress rehearsal and show. As a “thank you” for their help, volunteers will be given a $25 voucher which can be put towards dance fees for the 2012/2013 Dance Season (no cash value). Volunteers need not purchase a ticket for themselves, as they will be with their class at all times. If you are interested, please fill out the volunteer form and return it to the Front Desk as soon as possible. Volunteers will be accepted on a first-come first-served basis. For parents whose children will be performing in the Senior Recitals, please be aware that classes who do not have a parent volunteer will not be able to enjoy the show from the audience before and after they dance.

PRE-DANCE PRESENTATIONS

Our Pre-Dance classes will not be participating in our Recitals due to their young age. We will be holding a separate special in-house presentation for these little dancers on Sunday, June 10^th , 2012 where you will be able to watch your child perform in our spacious studio theatre. A tutu and headpiece will be made for your child at a cost of $42.00 plus HST. After the performance you and your child are welcome to join us for snacks and beverages at our special “Tea Party”. We will announce exact times for this special event once they have been confirmed.

PORTRAITS

Junior recital dancers will have their class photos taken in the hour before their show after they have rehearsed on stage. Dancers in Senior Recitals will have their class photos taken during dress rehearsals at the studio.

RAD BALLET CLASSES

Teachers are now in the process of preparing students for Presentation Classes or Exams. If you are not interested in having your child participate in these events, please notify your child’s teacher as soon as possible.

RAD BALLET MOCK AND EXAMS

The Royal Academy of Dance Ballet Mock Exam dates will be held Sunday June 10-14, 2012 and the Exams will commence on Friday, June 15^th , 18 2012.  Please see the Front Desk for more information.

FAMILY DAY

The studio will be closed for Family Day on Monday, February 20^th, 2012.

MARCH BREAK AND SUMMER CAMPS

Registration for our exciting March Break Camp and Summer Camps is now available. Please see attached information and please book early to avoid disappointment.  For more information, please see the Front Desk.

REGISTRATION FOR 2012/2013

A tentative schedule for the 2012/2013 Dance Season will be posted on Saturday, March 24^th, 2012. Should you not see the class you are looking for, please speak to the Front Desk so we can see if we can accommodate your request.  In house registration will begin on March 31^st, 2012 at a discounted rate and will run through to April 30^th, 2012.  Registrations will be taken on a first come first serve basis.  Please do not delay as classes do fill quickly.  After this date registration will be open to the public and available at the new Fall rates.  Fall Classes will commence on Monday September 10^th, 2012. 

MUSIC LESSONS

We have a few limited spaces available in our Music Programs.  The Oakville Academy for the Arts has won “Best Music School” in the area for eight consecutive years. Should you wish to organize a trial lesson in the Instrument of your choice, please see the Front Desk to arrange a suitable time.  If you are already in the Music Program and are looking to register for your same time, day and teacher for Music Lessons in the Fall, in house registration begins March 31^st, 2012.  Music registrations will open to anyone already in the Music Program looking for new time/day changes, and to new in house registrations beginning April 14^th, 2012.

SUMMER MUSIC LESSONS

The Oakville Academy for the Arts is pleased to offer a variety of Private Music Lessons over the Summer months.  This is an excellent chance to have your child try something “new or familiar” over the relaxed summer months. Please see the Front Desk for registration as of March 19^th, 2012.

Sincerely, Jennifer Smith
Dance Director

March Break and Summer Arts Integration Camps

Ages 5-12
We are pleased to offer our award winning camps taught by our award winning Instructors as described below.  Please note that all camps have been re-tooled with the intention of ensuring an even better experience for your child.  Please see the info below and as always, never hesitate to contact us.

Tons of Artistic Fun! Make sure your child's March Break is packed with fun memories and lots of artistic, educational and enriching activities here at The Oakville Academy for the Arts. Let our talented, University educated and passionate Instructors guide your child through energetic Hip Hop, fun Musical Theatre routines, great songs from pop to golden oldies and out of the box art projects and arts and crafts. Half Day, Full Day weeks and partial weeks available for your convenience and as always, caring before and after care from 7:30am to camp start at 9am and after care from 3:30pm until 6pm. Spaces are limited so book today to make certain your child does not miss out!  Ages 5 - 12

March Break Camp

Camp will run for the week of March 12^th – 16^th, 2012.
Full Days     9am-3:30pm         $269.00 + HST      *before and aftercare is available
Half Days    9am-12pm            $179.00 + HST

Summer Camp

Every week will include new material, games and new experiences for our campers. No two weeks will be alike!

Arts Integration Camp                   
July 3-6 (4 day week)       July 9-13               July 16-20             August 13-17        
August 20-24                   August 27-31

5 Full Days  9am-3:30pm         $279.00 + HST      *before and aftercare is available
5 Half Days  9am-12pm            $168.00 + HST 

Arts Fundamental Camp                                                             Ages 7-10

This is a wonderful exploration of a variety of media on many different platforms to uncover to fine artist in your child. Our University educated and very experienced expert instructor will drive to develop your child's creativity through style, texture and colour. This is an intensive program designed to let the artist explore beyond the limits of a conventional classroom with lots of opportunity for personal growth and revelation. All materials are included with a show on the last afternoon of their masterpieces. Spaces are limited to maintain excellence and Materials are included.

July 23-27    July 30- August 3  
12:30pm-3:30pm
5 Half Days  $168.00 + HST

2 Week Musical Theatre Camp                                                   Ages 8-12

Put yourself at centre stage while Acting, Dancing and Singing in this non-stop fun extravaganza.  Our triple threat program receives rave revues as the most intensive, professional and well rounded program around.

 Work with our University qualified, industry working and passionate Instructors in all areas as you expand your abilities, improve your technique, develop your confidence and experience the sheer joy of performance.  The day will consist of Stretch and Dance programs, Drama instruction in physical, improvisational and rehearsed acting, as well as character development.

 Vocal awareness, technique and breathing training combined with other related workshops such as relaxation and audition techniques will also be enjoyed.  Come be centre stage with the Oakville Academy for the Arts.  This is your place to shine so you won’t want to miss this one!!

July 9-13      July 16-20    (2 weeks)   
9:00am-3:30pm
$558.00 + HST

Elevation! Our new specialty Ballet and Modern Dance Camp!

July 23-August 3

This two week offering of extreme dance in both Ballet and Modern is designed with the serious dancer's physical, emotional and technical prowess at the heart. Our camp will be an all day 9am to 4pm program with intensity, challenges and results as our goal. One or two week options are available and groups will be divided by ability for intensive and healthy training.  Our entire Ballet Faculty, Modern Specialists and renowned guest teachers will encourage, instruct and help your Dancer achieve their personal goals, set new standards in their dancing and succeed and help them fall more madly in love with the beautiful world of Dance.

Kinderschool Camps    *Children must be 3 years old by the end of June 2012

The Kinderschool Summer Arts Adventure Camp at The Oakville Academy for the Arts will take children 3 to 6* years of age through a fun and magical introduction to the expressive arts.  The camp will be offered five mornings per week (9am-11:30am), in 5 one-week sessions, beginning Tuesday, July 3, 2012 and ending Friday August 3, 2012. Participants have their choice of Monday through Friday (5 day option) or Monday, Wednesday and Friday (3 day option) or Tuesday and Thursday (2 day option).  Participants must be 3 years of age by the end of June, 2012 and must be fully toilet-trained.

Each one week session will offer young campers the opportunity to explore, in depth, a core fine art experience.  In addition to the core art experience offered daily, campers will take part in a dance/movement games session, free play and snack.  A music session will be presented twice weekly for 5-day participants and once weekly for 2 and 3-day participants.

July 3-6 (4 day week)
July 9-13
July 16-20
July 23-27   
July 30- August 3

2 Days      $86.00 + HST
3 Days      $127.00+ HST
5 Days      $209.00 + HST

**This camp is lovely for Preschool, JK, SK and students beginning Grade 1 in the fall.

DANCE

The Oakville Academy for the Arts offers a range of exciting dance opportunities for students of all ages. Our teachers are trained to introduce and develop dancers of all levels to a high caliber of performance. The recreational programs are designed specifically for the enjoyment of the students wishing to explore all or some of the various dance forms. Students are evaluated and slotted into the appropriate skill levels and perform annually at the Academy’s Recital

Hip Hop is the newest dance craze. A "fun" high energy dance form, which combines jazz with street style dance, made famous through music videos. Hip Hop reflects North American urban culture and allows dancers to express their individualism like no other dance form. Hip Hop is perfect for those without dance experience who want exercise, the opportunity to meet new friends and to have a blast. Levels range from beginner to competitive.

Jazz is an energetic dance form that combines current dance and music trends. The classes consist of a warm-up, down the floor progressions and a stylized combination.

Tap develops precision, coordination and rhythmic appreciation as it uses the body as an instrument. Classical, Funk and Hoofin styles are covered with particular emphasis put on the quality of sound and technique.

Ballet is the most elementary and important of all dance instruction. Ballet is considered to be the foundation of all dance forms. All Ballet students will follow the Royal Academy of Dance syllabus.

Ballet Foundations is a specially designed program for students interested in starting ballet or going back to the program after a hiatus. Ages 10 to 13 and then 14 and over are given intense but fun training to bring their skills up to the appropriate R.A.D. age level over the course of the year. This is an excellent method to start this beautiful dance form a little later in life and produce stunning results.

Lyrical dance is a fusion of ballet and jazz techniques. Usually inspired by slow music, lyrical reflects the actual lyrics of the songs, and allows dancers to express their inner emotion. Dancers gain fluidity of movement, grace, control, and individual expression. Lyrical is offered to students ages 13 and up.

Acrobatics combines flexibility and strength of the entire body. Artistic illusions are created by incorporating tricks, balance work and tumbling in addition to dance steps to link each acro element together.

There are classes available for beginner, intermediate and advanced students in all dance forms. Please check with the Registration Centre for times and availability.