<p> Welcome to Bass Coast Ballet School Bass Coast Ballet School is a non-profit community-based dance school. Your child’s dance fees go directly to providing the best possible tuition and dance environment for your child. Bass Coast Ballet School is run by a Volunteer Parent Committee, dedicated to providing quality dance education and opportunities within this region. Our Qualified Teachers cater for the full range of students from those dancing for fun to those hoping to pursue dance vocationally. Class numbers are limited to ensure individual attention. We Offer: * Classical Ballet Cecchetti syllabus with Qualified Teachers * Cecchetti Exams are held annually. Exams are optional (see details in Exam section of this booklet). * Jazz, Tap, Contemporary, Creative Dance Play, Adult Ballet classes, Pre-Pointe and Pointe. * Wonthaggi and Cowes Studios. * Winter School held in June/July school holidays. * End of Year Concert. Our Teaching Staff</p><p>Miranda Kalgovas (Wonthaggi) Classical: Grade 1- Advanced (Cecchetti) Adult Ballet Rowena Campbell (Cowes & Wonthaggi) Classical: Creative Dance Play, Pre-Primary, Primary and various grades Contemporary (Cowes only) Michaela Tancheff (Cowes) Jazz and Tap - All ages Abbey Mitchell (Wonthaggi) Jazz and Tap - All ages Emily Rippingale (Wonthaggi) Grades 1 & 2, Contemporary </p><p>Our Parent Committee Joint Presidents: Chris Ferguson and Tonya Hackett Secretary: Tarsha Macdonald Treasurer: Jane Fisher Enrolment Enquiries: Janine Sheean General Committee: Maggie Dixon, Julie Doughty, Deb Jarry, Emily Rippingale, Sandy Rippingale, Petrea Savage, Fiona Sibley, Caroline Sibly</p><p>Rules/Code of Conduct</p><p>1. Punctuality is mandatory. Students are required to attend all classes they are in enrolled in, scheduled rehearsals and performances. Students should arrive 10 minutes prior to class (in order to stretch), properly attired. Jewellery (inc. watches) is not permitted in class. 2. Uniform: For Health & Safety reasons all students must be correctly attired. 3. Parents are not permitted into the studios during class except on Open Days, held the last Class of Terms 1, 2 & 3 unless prior arrangement has been made with the Teacher. 4. Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every person regardless of their age, gender, ability, cultural background or religion. 5. No chewing gum or eating in class. 6. No foul language in or near class. 7. Language that abuses or discriminates on the basis of race, religion, gender, age, disability etc. is not acceptable & will not be tolerated. Hate speech of any kind and/or personal attacks or harassment either verbally or otherwise made to or at the Teacher or Student from either student or parent is grounds for immediate and permanent suspension or expulsion from class. 8. Violation of another person’s privacy is not acceptable. 9. Support policy and practices in relation to child protection and safety issues. 10. Encourage children to participate and resolve issues amicably. 11. No smoking in grounds where classes are held. 12. Mobile phones are to be turned off before class begins. 13. Talking during class is disruptive, and should be held to a minimum. 14. Teachers will show respect to students and parents, and as such expect to be shown respect in return from both students and parents. 15. Teachers will offer constructive criticism and technique in order for improvement for students. 16. Students may be encouraged to enter examinations/ assessments on the recommendation of the Teacher. Participation in Eisteddfods is to be discussed with the relevant teacher. 17. Discipline issues during class times, will result in the student being asked to sit & observe the remainder of the class. The issue will then be reviewed privately with the student and parent following class or at the most earliest convenience. 18. Continued discipline issues may result in the student being suspended/expelled from class. Please Note: Students are responsible for their own goods and property. Bass Coast Ballet School shall not be held responsible for any loss or damage to any persons property or belongings. Ensure all items are clearly labeled. Girls Uniform - Ballet</p><p>Mummy & Me and Dance Play – No set uniform, but suggest either a leotard or leggings and a t-shirt. Pre-Primary and Primary – Energetiks “Debut Gathered Front Leotard” White leotard and a White Sparkle Tulle Skirt, flesh colored tights and pink leather ballet shoes with elastics. Grade 1 & 2 - Bloch "Clara" leotard. Color - Lilac. A georgette wrap skirt with matching hair ribbon is required for exams. Flesh colored tights and pink leather ballet shoes with elastics. Grade 3 & 4 - Bloch “Clara" leotard. Color – Boysenberry. A georgette wrap skirt with matching hair ribbon is required for exams. Flesh colored ballet tights and pink leather ballet shoes with ribbons or elastic a grade 4 must have ribbons. Grade 5 & 6 - -Bloch "Clara" leotard. Color - Plum. A georgette wrap skirt with matching hair ribbon is required for exams. Flesh colored ballet tights and pink leather ballet shoes with ribbons. Intermediate – Bloch Navy blue leotard. A georgette wrap skirt with matching hair ribbon is required for exams. Flesh colored ballet tights and Pink ballet shoes with ribbons. Pink pointe shoes for pointe section. Advanced 1 - Bloch Navy blue leotard. A georgette wrap skirt with matching hair ribbon is required for exams. Flesh colored ballet tights, pink demi-pointe shoes with ribbons. Pink pointe shoes for pointe section. </p><p>Advanced 2 - As for Advanced 1, with the addition of a navy blue ½ tutu in place of a skirt to be worn for all centre work. Girls hair must be worn in a neat bun with net for all ballet classes. Boys should have neat short hair or tied back if long. Uniform - BalletBoys Pre-Primary to Grade 3 – Black bike shorts, white fitted t-shirt (tucked in), long white socks, black or white ballet shoes with white elastic. Mature students may wear navy or burgundy tights with leotard or fitted t-shirt. Grade 4 to Majors - wear navy or burgundy tights with leotard, white socks and white or black ballet shoes with white elastic. Boys also have the option of a two-toned cotton lycra footless unitard with tank top in Navy/White or Nylon capped sleeve footless unitard in Black/Grape available only from Sansha Australia. Adult Ballet Uniform Comfortable exercise clothes. Ballet shoes optional. Jazz , Tap and Contemporary Girls: Black leotard and leggings or bike shorts with black tank top or t-shirt over the top. Shoes - Jazz: Black slip-on (not lace-up), Tap: Tan tap shoes. Hair must be worn in a ponytail for jazz and tap. Tights are required for the Annual concert and eisteddfods. Boys: Black shorts or pants with a white t-shirt. Shoes: Jazz: Black slip-on (not lace-up), Tap: Black tap shoes. Boys should have neat short hair or tied back if long. *New students may wear Runners until tap shoes can be purchased. Uniforms for all dance styles can be purchased through Janine Sheean. Contact her on: 0408 399 853. CLASS FEE STRUCTURE Cost per term: $70.00 = 30 minute classes $90.00 = 45 minute classes $120.00 = 1 hour classes $130.00 = 1 hour 15 minutes classes Second or subsequent class of same discipline $100.00.</p><p>Mummy & Me $70.00 Creative Dance Play $70.00 Pre Primary $70.00 Primary Cowes $70.00 / Wonthaggi $90.00 Grade Class: 1-6 $ 120.00 Intermediate $130.00 Senior Pointe $70.00 Pre Pointe $20.00 (10 mins) / $50.00 (30 mins) Contemporary/Stretch $120.00 Junior Open* $120.00 Senior Open* $120.00 Beginners Jazz/Tap $90.00 Junior & Intermediate Jazz /Junior & Intermediate Tap $90.00 Senior Jazz $120.00 Senior Tap $90.00 </p><p>There is a $25.00 Annual Registration Fee per FAMILY. This covers insurance, membership fee to Bass Coast Ballet and administration costs (ie newsletters, advertising etc.) and is payable on enrolment. Students will not be allowed to dance until a signed enrolment form and this payment is received. A Costume Levy of $15.00 per class per student each term is also in addition to Term fees. If a student does more than one discipline, this is capped at $30.00 per Term. If more than two children, from the same family attend classes, fees for the third and subsequent child will be discounted by 50%. *If a student is attending two or more ballet classes a week they may attend an Open class free of charge. Students wishing to sit exams and assessments must attend two classes per week. Cecchetti Victoria conducts exams in Melbourne for a fee. All sundry fees (i.e. competition, exams, etc.) are payable in advance according to their respective due dates and MUST be in a sealed named envelope. Fees are structured on a term basis and are payable for the full term regardless of level of attendance. All tuition fees are payable on or before the due date of the invoice and all accounts must be finalised by 30 November each year. Payments by instalments are acceptable providing arrangements are made in advance with the Treasurer. Fees paid by Cheque or Money Order are to be made out to “Bass Coast Ballet School Inc” and posted to: The Treasurer Bass Coast Ballet School PO Box 656 WONTHAGGI VIC 3995</p><p>Fees may also be paid by Direct Deposit. Direct Deposit details are as follows: Account Name: Bass Coast Ballet Inc. BSB No: 063 553 Account No: 10098341 Please ensure Student’s name and Invoice No. are provided when paying by direct deposit. All fees (tuition and sundry) are non-refundable. Notice of withdrawal from classes must be given prior to commencement of a term; otherwise student may be liable for a full term fee. One of the major tasks for the Committee is to sustain a consistent cash flow, to cover teachers’ fees and overhead costs. It is imperative that all fees be paid by the due date on a per term basis by cheque, money order or direct deposit. Note: Private lessons are available from all of our teachers. Please contact them directly as this is a private arrangement and not co-ordinated by the school.</p><p>EXAMINATIONS/ASSESSMENTS EXPLAINED Bass Coast Ballet Teachers follow the Cecchetti Syllabus and Assessment System. Each year students Grade 1 and above may be selected for exams/assessments conducted in Melbourne. Students wishing to be considered for exams/assessments must attend two ballet classes per week. If a student sits for an assessment they will receive a detailed report of their work. Examination students receive a mark and grading. The teacher decides whether the child would benefit most from sitting an assessment or an exam. CECCHETTI CONVENTION The annual Cecchetti Convention is held in Melbourne in May each year. This is an important event and allows the ballet student to experience other teacher and dance with students from all over Victoria. This is a useful in helping our teachers decide the readiness of students for exams. There is also opportunity for students to participate in Cecchetti Victoria events in Melbourne including Encouragement Awards, Scholars and Boys Classes. CHOREOGRAPHY AFTERNOON and AGM An enjoyable afternoon providing our students with the opportunity to showcase their own choreographed dances. Some of these dances may be chosen to be included in the Annual Concert.</p><p>Our Annual General Meeting is held on this afternoon as well. ANNUAL CONCERT OVERVIEW The Bass Coast Ballet Annual concert is held at the Wonthaggi Arts Centre on the first weekend in December. It is a chance for the students to showcase the work from the year. In preparation for the Annual Concert attendance to all Term 4 classes is compulsory for those students wishing to participate in the concert. CONCERT PHOTOGRAPHS and DVD Photographs will be taken in full costumes and make-up on a prearranged day prior to the concert and made available for parents to purchase. A Concert DVD is available for purchase each year. REHEARSAL SATURDAY/REHEARSAL WEEK The Saturday before the concert is the compulsory rehearsal day requiring all students to attend for the day. Children Grade 1 and below will only be required for part of the day. The week preceding the concert is REHEARSAL WEEK and will require compulsory attendance at the Wonthaggi Arts Centre at designated times to be advised. CONCERT MAKE-UP REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL STUDENTS Foundation– a liquid foundation a shade darker than the natural skin tone, followed by a finishing powder to remove shine. Light rouge– applied to the check bones not the cheeks. Eye shadow– brown applied lower lid and white applied under the eyebrow as per photograph. Eye liner– black applied to the upper and lower lids finishing with a small flick at the corners, liquid is easier to apply than a pencil especially on younger students. False eyelashes are only required for senior students. Size D is recommended. Mascara– Black applied to upper and lower lashes. Lipstick– a red lipstick. Must be one that stays on all day. We recommend Cover Girl Ever Red- dy #507. If in doubt on the colour ask an experienced dance mum. Boys’ Concert Make-up Foundation– a shade darker than the natural skin tone. CLASS DESCRIPTIONS Ballet Mummy and Me The class is aimed at 2 to 3 year olds and allows them to discover the joy of dance with either a parent or other adult. Dance is a great introduction to being active and physical exercise. It also helps develop key skills, such as coordination, balance, flexibility, strength, stamina, discipline and even memory. Being active in this way also helps boost a child’s self-esteem, make them feel good about their own abilities and increase their self-confidence. Creative Dance Play- 3-4 year old 3 & 4 year olds discover the world of dance. They learn about the space around them, and how they relate to it. Creative movement focuses on developing co-ordination, rhythm, musicality, balance and mime. Pre-Primary (School age) to Advanced Ballet (Cecchetti Syllabus) Learn the fundamentals of all dance styles. Traditional classical barre and centre combinations. Our Ballet students work to achieve grace, elegance, poise and character. Technique develops proper body alignment and the correct training of muscle groups. Classes incorporate the required discipline, but stress enjoyment and performing. Pointe Preparation Class This class is designed for classical students preparing for pointe class. Pointe Class This is for well-trained Ballet students with a minimum age of 12 years. All students wishing to commence Ballet on pointe require an assessment by a Qualified Physiotherapist. Junior/Senior Open Open ballet class is a non-syllabus class in which dance steps are put together in changing and challenging combinations. It requires strong ballet technique and we recommend students attend at least one syllabus class per week before undertaking an Open class. Open class is offered free to all students that attend two syllabus ballet classes per week. Senior Open includes Grades 5, 6 and Intermediate. Junior Open includes Grade 3 & 4.</p><p>Adult Ballet Class Provides a safe and positive dance class for adults, ranging from complete beginners, to those who have extensive dance experience.</p><p>Contemporary This class is designed for students to help with flexibility and strength. Contemporary dance is not a specific technique, but a collection of methods developed from modern and post-modern dance incorporating strong and often angular body and arm lines. It is an enjoyable and quite unique dance style and students are encouraged to try it out. It incorporates neo classical and modern movements. Students must be in Year 7 or above. Jazz and Tap Jazz Classes Jazz dance encompasses a wide variety of dance styles and can take many different forms using a broad range of music. Within a jazz class particular attention is paid to establishing solid dance technique. A typical jazz class begins with a warm up that is focused on stretching and isolating different body parts. Then the class starts learning separate moves like turns, jumps, leaps and pirouettes. A short, step-by-step routine is taught accompanied by popular music (i.e. Top 40, Pop or RnB). The class ends with a short cool-down and stretching. Tap Dance Tap is a style of dance distinguished by percussive footwork that marks out precise rhythmic patterns on the floor. Tap is a lot of fun and a great aerobic dance style. The sound is created from plates attached to both the ball and heel of a dancer’s shoes. Tap has been made famous by Gene Kelly, Fred Astaire and our own Australian Tap Dogs. Which class is right for my child? Beginner Jazz/Tap Approximately 5-6 year olds* Junior Approximately 7-9 year olds* Intermediate Approximately 10-12 year olds* Senior From 13 years* *The appropriate class will depend on the child’s maturity and dance experience. Miss Lizzy will advise you of the right class for your child. </p><p>2014 Dance Term Dates</p><p>Saturday classes: Term 1 Feb: 1, 8, 15, 22 March: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, April 5 Term 2 April 26, May: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 June: 7, 14, 21, 28 Term 3 July: 19, 26, August: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 September: 6, 13, 20 Term 4 October: 4, 11, 18, 25, November: 1, 8, 15, 22</p><p>Monday classes: Term 1 Feb: 3, 10, 17, 24, March 3, 10*, 17, 24, 31 Term 2 April: 21, 28, May: 5, 12, 19, 26, June: 2, 9*, 16, 23 Term 3 July: 14, 21, 28, August: 4, 11, 18, 25, Sept: 1, 8, 15 Term 4 October: 6, 13, 20, 27, November: 3*, 10, 17, 24 *No Miss Rowena classes.</p><p>Tuesday classes: Term 1 Feb: 4, 11, 18, 25, March 4, 11, 18, 25, April 1 Term 2 April: 22, 29, May: 6, 13, 20, 27, June: 3, 10, 17, 24 Term 3 July: 15, 22, 29, August: 5, 12, 19, 26, Sept: 2, 9, 16 Term 4 October: 7, 14, 21, 28, November: 4*, 11, 18, 25 *No Miss Rowena or Miss Lizzy classes.</p><p>Wednesday classes: Term 1 Feb: 5, 12, 19, 26, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2 Term 2 April: 23, 30, May: 7, 14, 21, 28, June: 4, 11, 18, 25 Term 3 July: 16, 23, 30, August: 6, 13, 20, 27, Sept: 3, 10, 17 Term 4 October: 8, 15, 22, 29, November: 5, 12, 19, 26</p><p>Thursday classes: Term 1 Feb: 6, 13, 20, 27, March 6, 13, 20, 27, April 3 Term 2 April: 24, May: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, June: 5, 12, 19, 26, Term 3 July: 17, 24, 31, August: 7, 14, 21, 28, Sept: 4, 11, 18 Term 4 October: 9, 16, 23, 30, November: 6, 13, 20, 27</p><p>Other Important Dates:</p><p>12 July* Choreography Afternoon and AGM, Cowes Cultural Centre 8, 9, 10 July* Winter School 29 November Dress Rehearsal- Newhaven College Auditorium 2, 3, 5 December Concert Rehearsals- Wonthaggi Arts Centre 6 December Annual Concert - Wonthaggi Arts Centre *Subject to change </p>