The 2011-2012 Dance Season officially took of August 22nd, when Impulse Dance held an Open House and Registration.
We were very pleased with the great turnout we had. Many parents and anxious dancers waited in line to register for class, order shoes and give costume measurements. By the end of the evening, we realized the need to schedule a 2nd Kindergarten thru 2nd grade dance class due to huge enrollment numbers. We immediatly began rescheduling, contacting parents to see which days would be handier for them etc. With nearly 11 signed up in each class, we thought we might need a 3rd class just for that age group. Wow! What amazing growth for it only being our 2nd year!
Since August 22nd, we have had alot of alterations to our schedule. Sadly, we had to cancel our Adult Tap Class but hope to offer it again in January. The Yoga/Conditioning class that is on our schedule for Thursday nights will remain BUT will not be starting until October. In addition to our schedule, we now have a Beginner Modern dance class on Thursdays at 4:30. This is a prime example of, "don't see it on our schedule but have an interest? just ask.." We had a 6th grader come to Open House showing interest in Modern dance. Many don't even know what that is, so this was a wonderful surprise.
Modern Dance is..."a dance style that centers on a dancer's own interpretations instead of structured steps, as in traditional ballet dancing. Modern dancers reject the limitations of classical ballet and favor movements derived from the expression of their inner feelings."
Thursday the 8th and Monday Sept.12th was a very big day for alot of lil ones, many attended their FIRST EVER dance class. Some with apprehension and others with no worries whatsoever. We had 2 very busy nights filled with costume measurements, MORE registrations and attempting to learn everybody's names.
Impulse Dance thankfully had wonderful helpers for our first few nights. Connie and Kathy, we greatly appreciate all of your help. A couple of dance parents have also been very helpful by "recruiting others" for us. We also extend a huge Thank You to them!
Impulse Dance loves when others spread the word about what and who we are!
We have had a wonderful turnout for our Zumba Classes, which is 7-8:00 on both Monday and Thursdays now. (Another schedule move)
Moving into week 2 of the new season, we hope that all our dancers return and we can begin learning all the fun dance has to offer.
Lori & Whitney
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