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RI Ballet Arts Classical Ballet,Pointe,Character,Mime,Jazz,Hip Hop,Tap,Modern,PreSchool Post Road Plaza 7728 Post Road North Kingstown RI 02852 Phone 401-294-9279 Home of Rhode Island's Ballet Theatre Director Nancy McAuliffe Preschool through adult Floor Marley over raised wood Open House & Registration: Friday, August 22, 2008 from 2 pm to 8pm Well respected ballet school with some of Rhode Island's top teachers STAFF Nancy McAuliffe - ballet Ellie Lupo - jazz,modern Christine Sandorfi Barbara Jean Mancini Lisa Ross Celia Tafuri Ellen McKenna - tap Crystal Rose FALL 2008 SCHEDULE September 6, 2008 to June 2009 MONDAY 3:55pm Intermediate Child Ballet 5:00pm Intermediate Child Jazz & Theatre Dance (55min) 6:00pm Intermediate/Advanced Teen Ballet (75min) 7:15pm Advanced Theatre Dance & Modern TUESDAY 3:55pm Beginner Hip Hop (45min) 4:45pm Intermediate Hip Hop 5:50pm Intermediate/Adv Teen Tap (45min) 6:40pm Advanced Hip Hop 7:45pm Teen/Adult Beginner Jazz& Hip-Hop WEDNESDAY 3:45pm Intermediate Child Tap 4:35pm Advanced Beginner Ballet 5:35pm Beginner Child Jazz 6:20pm Intermediate/Advanced Teen Ballet 7:15pm Teen/Adult Beginner Ballet THURSDAY 3:00pm PreBallet II 3:45pm Beginner Ballet 4:35pm Advanced Child Ballet 5:35pm Beginner Pointe 6:15pm RIBT (2 hours) FRIDAY 3:15pm Pre-School Tap 4:00pm Intermediate Pointe 4:45pm Intermediate/Advanced Child Ballet 5:45pm Advanced Pointe 6:35pm Teen/Adult Beginner Tap SATURDAY 9:00am PreBallet 9:45am Beginner Child Tap 10:30am Beginner Child Ballet 11:15am Beginner Jazz 12:05pm Advanced Beginner Ballet 1:00pm Intermediate Tap 1:45pm Intermediate Jazz 2:30pm Intermediate/Advanced Ballet 3:30pm Beginner/Intermediate Pointe FORMER STUDENTS Cherlyann Cusick - Director of Narragansett Performing Arts Center and Miss Rhode Island 1987 Greta Hodgkinson - Principal Dancer at the National Ballet of Canada updated 8Aug08 Return To Top The Talent Factory Tap,Ballet,Pointe,Jazz,Hip Hop,Contemporary,Modern,Acting,Voice 6669 Post Road TJ Max Shopping Plaza North Kingstown 02852 Phone: 401-294-7214 studio Email: Website: www.talentfactoryri.com Producing Talent Daily Rhode Island's 1st one-stop Performing Arts Center! Director: Dana D'Iorio Registration Day: Saturday, August 23rd from 10 am – 2 pm, with FREE Hip Hop classes every half hour!!! Ages: 3years to adult Flooring: Sprung floor with Marley overlay The Talent Factory was created with the idea of providing Rhode Island with a well-rounded center for the arts where people of all ages could learn to dance, act and sing all within the same place. See below for the group class schedule, or to book a private lesson or birthday party, please call 401-398-0606 STAFF Dana D'Iorio Joy Smith Valerie Soles Keryn Tommasiello Tara Tommasiello Cathy Tommasiello - Receptionist Schedule 2008/2009 September 2, 2008 - June 2009 MONDAY 4:00-4:45 Ballet I 4:45-5:30 Jazz I 5:30-7:0 Ballet/Pointe IV 5:30-6:15 Tap I 6:15-7:00 Hip Hop I 7:00-8:30 Teen/Senior Company 8:30-9:30 GirlFrenzy TUESDAY 4:00-5:00 Ballet III 4:15-5:00 Tap II 5:00-5:45 Tap III 5:00-6:00 Ballet II 5:45-6:30 Jazz III 6:00-6:45 Jazz II 6:45-7:30 Contemporary III 6:45-7:30 Hip Hop II 7:30-8:30 Teen Company 7:30-8:30 Cardio Rhythms WEDNESDAY 9:00am-10:00am Body Design 4:00-4:45 Ballet/Tap CombO (5-6 yrs)Dana 5:00-6:00 Musical Theatre (8-11 yrs)Joy 4:45-5:30 Kids Hip Hop(5 & up)Dana 6:00-7:00 Theatre Company 5:30-6:15 Tap IV 7:00-8:00 Musical Theatre (12 & up) 6:15-7:00 Jazz IV 7:00-7:45 Contemprorary IV 7:45-8:45 Senior Company THURSDAY 4:00-5:00 Teen Ballet 4:45-5:45 Cardio Rhythms 5:00-5:45 Teen Contemporary 5:45-6:30 Teen Hip Hop 6:30-7:15 Hip Hop III 6:30-7:15 Teen Jazz 7:15-8:15 Crew 8:15-9:00 Hip Hop IV 7:15-8:00 Teen/Adult Tap SATURDAY 10:00-10:45 Pre-Ballet/Tap (3-4 yrs) 11:00-12:00 Floor Barre 11:00-12:00 Ballet/Tap Combo(5-6 yrs) 12:00-1:00 Ballet Technique 12:00-12:45 Kids Hip Hop(5 & up) 1:00-3:00 Mini/Jr Company return to top of page THE TEACHING GUILD LATIN SOCIAL DANCE, SALSA, MARTIAL ARTS, HEALTH AND WELLNESS 7537 Post Road (opposite YMCA) North Kingstown RI 02852 Phone 401-294-1464 Website: TheTeachingGuild.com (not online yet) Director: Alan Morton Private, semi-private and group lessons offered. posted 02Mar06 Return To Top RICHMOND/Hope Valley LEGEIN DANCE ACADEMY OF PERFORMING ARTS CLOSED JUNE 2006 5 Mechanic Street Hope Valley RI 02816 Phone 401-539-3405 Email legeintaps@cs.com Main studio in Coventry is open posted 09Jul03/last update 05Sep06 Return To Top SOUTH COUNTY MOVEMENT CENTER BALLET,TAP,JAZZ,GYMNASTICS 335 Woodville/Alton Rd (located at Exit 2 less than 1/4 mile from Rt 95) Hope Valley RI Phone 401-539-2512 & 539-7356 Home of the National Gold Award winning Dance Ovations Team. Gymnastics from Beginner to Competitive, Parent Toddler Class, Birthday Parties USA Gymnastics Federation, PreSchool Certified, and Safety Certified (updated 2Sep02) Return To Top SOUTH KINGSTOWN ABBREVIATIONS BT-Ballet PT-Pointe TP-Tap JZ-Jazz LY-Lyrical HH-Hip Hop MD-Modern AF-African CA-Cajun FL-Flamenco HA-Hawaiian IR-Irish ME-Middle Eastern ZD-Zydeco FK-Folk IN-International BA-Ballroom AT-Argentine Tango HU-Hustle CN-Country LA-Latin SL-Salsa SW-Swing SQ-Square RD-Round PO-Polka NA-New Age BN-Baton CH-CheerLeading MA-Martial Arts AC-Acrobatics BW-Bodywork (Pilates,Yoga,Stretch etc) CS-Circus Skills FE-Fencing GY-Gymnastics MU-Music TH-Theatre P-Preschool C-Child T-Teen A-Adult All That Matters - ME,NA,BW Busy Bodies Studio - BT,TP,HH,PW,P/C/A Luanne Cox - BT,PT,P/C/T/A Jean DeLuca Dance & Gym - BT,TP,JZ,LY,HH,GY,BW,P/C/T/A Latin Moves - LA,BW,T/A The Peacedale Guild - BT,JZ,HH,BA,BW,P/C/T/A Shoreline Dance - BT,PT,P/C/T/A RI Regional Dance Center - BT,JZ,MD,HH,TP,P/C/T/A South Kingstown Parks & Rec - BT,JZ,HH,BA,BW,P/C/T/A URI Ballroom - BA,LT,SW,T/A World Voice - FK,IN,C/T/A ALL THAT MATTERS BELLY DANCING, SACRED DANCE, YOGA, BODY WORK 315 Main Street Wakefield RI 02879 Phone 401-782-2126/Fax 401-788-3648 Email: info@allthatmatters.com Web Site: http://www.allthatmatters.com All That Matters is a holistic health and education center. They always offer some sort of dance such as Belly Dancing or group interpretive dance, as well as different kinds of body work such as Yoga (30 classes a week!), T'ai Chi, Feldenkris, and Massage. See riDance's Middle East Dance page for their Belly Dance schedule. (Updated 24Aug03) Return To Top Busy Bodies Studio Parent & Tot,Creative Movement,Pre Ballet,Tap.Jazz, Hip Hop,Pilates,Ballroom 12 High Street Wakefield, RI 02879 Phone 401-789-5900 Email: Website: http://www.busybodiesstudio.com Director: Rachel Clough Ages: 1 to 14 years plus adult Busy Bodies Studio, located South County Rhode Island, is a family friendly dance and activity studio that features: ~ Classes for children of all ages: toddlers, preschoolers, children, teens, and adults ~ Beautiful hardwood floors with radiant heat ~ Sprung floor (ideal for low impact) ~ Full-mirrored wall / Ballet barre ~ Party and Waiting Area with full viewing (for family & friends of all heights) ~ Kitchenette for parties and camps ~ Brand new toddler gym ~ Air-conditioning ~ Wheelchair and stroller accessibility ~ Outdoor fenced in courtyard Busy Bodies Birthday Parties!!! Parties are held evenings and weekends. 2-hour dance, sports, hip-hop parties are available. 25 child limit Birthday Pricing is as follows: 1-10 children $125.00 11-15 children $180.00 16-20 children $240.00 21-25 children $300.00 Schedule 2008/2009 September 15, 2008 - June 2009 MONDAY 10:15-11:00am: Pre Ballet 3-5 yrs 11:00-11:45am: Pre Ballet/Tap 4-6 yrs 1:00-1:45pm: Pre Ballet/Tap 4-6 yrs 4:00-4:45pm: Fun with Fitness 7-12yrs 4:45-5:30pm: Pre Ballet/Tap 4-6 yrs 5:30-6:15pm: Ballet/Tap 6-9 yrs 6:15-7:00pm: Hip Hop 6-10 yrs 7:00-7:45pm: Ballet/Tap 9+ yrs TUESDAY 9:30-10:15am: Parent Tot 1-3 yrs 4:00-4:45pm: Pre Ballet/Tap 4-6 yrs 4:45-5:30pm: Jazz/Tap 5-9 yrs 5:30-6:15pm: Kids Ballroom 7+ yrs 6:30-7:30pm: Ballroom Adults Only WEDNESDAY 10:15-11:00am: Parent Tot 1-3 yrs 11:00-11:45am: Dance and Play 3-5 yrs 1:00-1:45pm: Pre Ballet/Tap 4-6 yrs 4:00-4:45pm: Ballet/Tap 5-9 yrs 4:45-5:30pm: Hip Hop 5-8 yrs 5:30-6:15pm: Hip Hop 9+ yrs 6:15-7:00pm: Adult Pilates THURSDAY 4:00-4:45pm: Pre Ballet 3-5 yrs 4:45-5:30pm: Combo Class Level I 5-9 yrs* 5:30-6:15pm: Combo Class Level II 5-7 yrs* 6:15-7:00pm: Combo Class Level III 8+ yrs* 7:00-7:45pm: Combo Class Level IIII Instructors Approval 7:45-8:15pm: Beginning Pointe (see Instructor) * Combo classes include instruction in Ballet/Tap/Jazz/Hip Hop posted 23Aug07.updated 20Aug08 return to top of page LUANNE COX BALLET See SHORELINE DANCE JEAN DELUCA DANCE AND GYMNASTICS PREBALLET,BALLET,TAP,JAZZ,LYRICAL, HIPHOP,AEROBICS,YOGA,GYMNASTICS(non competitive) Jean DeLuca-Director A warm and nurturing non-competitive atmosphere where individualism and creativity are always encouraged. Cherry Branch Plaza 36 Charles St Wakefield RI Phone 401-782-8664 Registration by phone Floor: Wood Level: Beginner thru professional Ages: Mostly for children and teens, but there are adult classes. Original studio located in Johnston. posted May98.updated 08Jul03 Return To Top LATIN MOVES LATIN DANCE,LATIN AEROBIC,FITNESS Erika Lawrence-Instructor Phone 401-789-7357 Email: rika062000@yahoo.com A native of Costa Rica, Erika Lawrence is certified in ACE Aerobics. She teaches at the Neighborhood Guild in Peacedale RI. She is also a Spanish tutor so you can take your classes in Spanish or English! (posted 18May03) Return To Top PEACE DALE NEIGHBORHOOD GUILD SOUTH KINGSTOWN PARKS & RECREATION DEPT BALLROOM,BALLET,JAZZ,HIP-HOP,DANCE AEROBICS,TAP 325 Columbia St Peace Dale RI Phone 401-789-9301 Website: https://www.southkingstownri.com/secure/rec_programs.cfm Floor Wood Ballroom, Tap, ballet, jazz & dance fitness for adults and ballet, jazz, tap, creative dance and hip hop for children and teens. Out-of-towners are welcome. (updated 31Dec03) Return To Top RHODE ISLAND REGIONAL DANCE CENTER BALLET,MODERN,TAP,JAZZ,HIPHOP,PRESCHOOL South County Commons 55 Village Square Drive Unit 3b South Kingstown,RI 02879 Phone 401-515-4542 Email: Website: http://www.rhodeislandregionaldancecenter.com Ages: 3years through adult Director: Ashley Bettis, former Joffrey Ballet Dancer and NFL choreographer Offering classes for preschool through adult with classes for college students. Open enrollment posted 20Jul07.updated 1May08 Return To Top SHORELINE DANCE BALLET Luanne Cox-Director VFW Hall 155 High Street (Across from Town Hall) Wakefield RI Mailing Address: PO Box 318 West Kingston RI 02892 Phone 401-792-9257 or 497-7890 Year around ballet classes on a wood floor for adults, teens and youngsters by the very experienced and energetic Lu-Anne Cox. Attire: Children should wear a black scoop neck style leotard with short sleeves, pink tights and pink ballet slippers. Hair should be in a neat, secure bun. No excess jewelry. Adults should wear a colored leotard, pink tights and pink ballet slippers. No baggy pants or pajama bottoms. Hair should be in a neat, secure bun. No excess jewelry. Students should arrive at least 5-10 minutes before class. The time should be used to warm-up and secure hair. SHORELINE SCHEDULE - WINTER/SPRING 2008 Classes run February 6 through April 12, 2008 No Classes during April Vacation (14 - 20) Dancers performing in Memorial Day Open House at Kinney Bungalow will have rehearsal during this week Wednesdays Children's Ballet I 3:45 - 4:45 $70.00 Intermediate Ballet 5:00 - 6:30 $110.00 Rehearsals TBA 6:30 - 7:30 Thursdays Children's Ballet II 5:15 - 6:15 $70.00 Advanced Ballet 6:15 - 7:45 $110.00 Saturdays Dance Fit - Adults 9:45 - 10:30 $70.00 NEW!!! Intermediate Ballet 10:30 - 12:00 $110.00 Rehearsals TBA 12:00 Third lower priced class is FREE! With a paid child, MOMS ARE FREE! Please make checks payable to Shoreline Dance. If possible, please make payment for this 10 week session by the first class. Call if weather is questionable. Classes should be made up in the term in which they were missed. PAYMENT: DISCOUNT: 15% off total of 2 or more classes when paid in full. TUITION IS NON REFUNDABLE. Please make all tuition and performance fee checks payable to Lu-Anne Cox. Please call me at the numbers above if you have any questions. posted 14Aug01.updated 5Feb08 Return To Top URI BALLROOM DANCING CLUB LATIN,BALLROOM,TANGO Atrium 1 Memorial Union University of Rhode Island Kingston RI 02881 Phone: Email ballroom@etal.uri.edu Website: http://www.uri.edu/student_organizations/ballroom/mainpage.php The classes are crowded but the price is right. All are welcome-no affiliation to URI is required. See riDance's Social dance page for schedule posted 09Jul03 Return To Top WORLD VOICES, WORLD VISIONS SUMMER PROGRAM INTERNATIONAL DANCE Multicultural Center 74 Lower College Road University of Rhode Island Kingston RI 02881 Phone: 401-874-5829 Email maileekue@uri.edu Website: http://www.uri.edu/mcc/WorldVoicesWorldVisions Contact: Mailee Kue Ages: Young people (ages 5-12) and their parents or guardians Date: the third week in July Through World Village, World Learning, and World Arts, WVWV seeks to enhance understanding and appreciation of the diverse streams of American culture, identity, and community through exposure to and participation in traditional arts and public dialogue. A one week summer program held in July where participants learn about the traditional music, dance, drama, games and stories of diverse cultures within the United States and around the world. The camp offers classes in New England Contra Dance, Appalachian Clogging, and Cambodian Court Dance and evening dances in African, contra and salsa. posted 26Jul03.updated 04Aug06 Return To Top WESTERLY JEANNE'S DANCE AND GYMNASTIC CENTRE 143 Canal Street Westerly RI Phone 401-596-5943 posted 08Jul03 Return To Top JITTERBUGS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER TAP, HIP HOP, BALLET, HIP HOP, JAZZ, TUMBLING, CHEER LEADING, GYMNASTICS, KINDERMUSIK 9 East Ave Westerly, RI 02891 Director: Heather Fortier Website: http://www.danceimpressions.com Ages: infants through adults 2007/2008 SCHEDULE Kindermusik Village - Infants to 18 Month Olds Wednesdays 11:15 to 12:00 & Sundays 6:00 to 6:45 Kindermusik Our Time - 18 Months to 3 Yr Olds Wednesdays 9:30 to 10:15/ Fridays 11:30 to 12:15/ Saturdays 9:30 to 10:15 Kindermusik Imagine That - 3 to 5 Year Olds Mondays 3:15 to 4:00, Fridays 10:30 to 11:15 Kindermusik Family Time All Ages - GREAT FAMILY ACTIVITY Fridays 9:30 to 10:15, Sundays 5:00 to 5:45 BABY BUGS - 2 & 3 Yr Olds Mondays 12:30 to 1:15 - Other times WILL be added TUMBLEBUGS- 3 & 4 Yr Olds Mondays 2:15 to 3:00 - Other times WILL be added GYM BUGS - 5 to 7 Yr Olds Wednesdays 4:30 to 5:15 Lightning Bugs - 8+ Yr Olds To Be Determined CHEER BUGS- 5+ Yr Olds Mondays 5:45 to 6:30 Tap, Tumble & Twirl Jr, Creative Ballet, Tap, Gym 2 & 3 Yr Olds Tuesdays 9:15 to 10:00, Wednesdays 10:15 to 11:00, Sat TBA Tap, Tumble & Twirl Creative Ballet, Tap, Gym 3 & 4 Yr Olds Mondays 1:15 to 2:15, Tuesdays 11:15 to 12:15, Tuesdays 4:15 to 5:15, Saturdays 10:30 to 11:30 Tap, Tumble & Twirl II Creative Ballet, Tap, Gym 4 to 6 Yr Olds Tuesdays 10:15 to 11:15, Thursdays 4:15 to 5:15 - Saturdays 11:30 to 12:30- Other days tbd Kids COMBO I Ballet, Tap, Jazznastics 5 to 7 Yr Olds Mondays 4:15 to 5:45 Kids COMBO II/III Ballet, Tap, Jazznastics 6 to 9 Yr Olds with experience Fridays 4:30 to 6:30 Tween Combo I Tap/Jazznastics Thursdays 5:15 to 6:30 HIP HOP KIDS 6 to 9 Yr Olds Wednesdays 5:15 to 6:00 HIP HOP TWEENS 9 to 13 Yr Olds Wednesdays 6:00 to 6:45 HIP HOP TWEENS w/ Exp Thursdays 6:30 to 7:15 HIP HOP TEENS TBA Intermediate Ballet/Pointe 10+ Yr Olds Tuesdays 5:15 to 6:15/ (*Other days to be determined based on enrollment.) Intermediate Jazz 10+ Yr Olds Tuesdays 6:15 to 7:15 Intermediate Tap Tuesdays 7:15 to 8:00 Adult FITBallet Saturdays 8:15 to 9:15 Adult FITJazz Thursdays 7:15 to 8:00 Adult Tap TBA NEW OFFERING THIS FALL THE LUNCH BUNCH - This is a 1 hour open gym, and play time. During the lunchtime hour, children can come in, have lunch, and then play in the gym area. Reduced fees for currently enrolled students. ART & PLAY- This is an arts and gym play combo class. This is a great for the child who could come to our center everyday. Creativity and fun come out in this multi-media, hands on class. Let your child explore art, crafts and their imagination. For 3 yr olds and up. The Fairies Dress Up Party- This is a once a month dress up tea party. Children play dress up, have snacks, participate in story time and a craft. BABY YOGA & KIDS YOGA- In our Yoga classes a certified instructor will lead this creative and fun class. GREAT!!!! as an add on class for our Elementary Aged Students! For the older student- ExploreDANCE - This once a month class is for the dancer who wishes to explore other dance genres. Classes will be taught by resident teachers as well as guest teachers from around the region. This is a great way for students to get a well-rounded dance experience and a taste of other dance styles. COMING BACK- KIDS NIGHT OUT! Our Very popular Kids Night Out Program is a chance for Kids to come to the center for an evening of fun and games. We provide pizza and a beverage, activities, games, crafts and child friendly movie. This is a drop off event, so parents we don't know what you are going to do for 4 hours, but we're sure you'll think of something. posted 14Aug07 Return To Top MICHELLE'S L'ECOLE OF DANCE 52 High Street Westerly RI Phone 401-596-0753 (posted 08Jul03) Return To Top SEASIDE DANCE AND GYMNASTICS CENTER TAP,BALLET,JAZZ,HIP HOP,CREATIVE MOVEMENT,GYMNASTICS,TUMBLING Spindrift Village 271 Post Road Westerly, RI 02891 Phone: 401-322-7565 Email: info@seasidedance.com Website: www.seasidedance.com Director: Tara Burke Offering Training in: Tap, Ballet, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Creative Movement, Gymnastics/Tumbling, as well as vocal and drama training. Children's Ages: 2 1/2 - 18 years of age Recital: early June Philosophy: The goal of Seaside Dance and Gymnastics Centre is to provide excellence in dance and gymnastic education in a safe and fun learning environment. Our students may train either as a form of recreation or strive to achieve a higher level of technique and performing skills which may lead to a professional career. Facility: Our facility has recently expanded to include a large 50' x 30' competition level dance room and a smaller 30' x 20' room for younger children and smaller classes. Both dance rooms feature floating floors with Adagio (TM) vinyl dance surfaces. Our gymnastics area has been expanded to 2000 square feet. STAFF Dance Teachers: Paula McCormick, Tiffany Gould and Kristen Santos Gymnastics Coach: Kim Marler posted 23Aug02.updated 1Mar07 Return To Top WESTERLY-PAWCATUCK YMCA YOGA,JUDO,TAICHI,BALLROOM,GYMNASTICS,STRETCH,PILATES,JAZZ,HIPHOP,DANCE AEROBICS 95 High Street Westerly RI Phone 401-596-2894 Classes for all ages Affiliated Y's in Arcadia (1190 Main St Richmond RI 401-539-2306) and Mystic CT (1 Harry Austin Dr 860-536-3575) (posted 28May04) Dance Graphics by Kiersten Salander courtesy of Providence Ballet Deborah Nash at dn@ridance.com Wild Women Web Builders Built 06Jul03 Copyright D Nash 2003 all rights reserved