Page 23 - 2017-2018 Class Catalog

Fine Arts: Gymnastics / Karate

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• Combo Tap 1/Acro 1 – (ages 6-10 years) This 1.5 hour class will be a fun introduction to tap dance and
acrobatics, about 45 minutes of each. Students will learn tap fundamentals including shuffle, flap, ball change,
cramp rolls, buffalo, Irish, maxi ford and upbeat, fun choreography! Acrobatic instruction will include
stretching, strengthening exercises (planks, crunches, push ups), headstands, handstands, cartwheels, forward
and backward rolls and more! Students will need form fitting, stretchy clothing and tap shoes. (shoes are not
mandatory for the first week. I recommend a high quality tap shoe purchased at a dance supply store. The ones
from Payless and Walmart usually do not make nice sounds so it less enjoyable to hear). Teacher: Tanya Fisher
Recommended Donation: $15 per weekly class

• Acrobatics II- In order to ensure safety, students entering Acro 2 must be able to execute the following with
good technique (straight legs and arms, pointed feet, tight core etc): headstand, bridge walk across 2 mats non-
stop, backward roll, 10 pushups, 5 V ups, elbow plank for 30 seconds, good flexibility (splits or near splits), right
AND left cartwheels, 1 arm cartwheel (right OR left), roundoff, handstand. If you have any questions please
contact Tanya Fisher. Teacher: Tanya Fisher Recommended Donation of $15 per weekly class

• Rhythmic Gymnastics- (ages 8 and up) This is a dance class that is a beautiful and artistic sport. It will combine
hoops, ribbons and balls for a wonderful experience in balance and coordination. Students in this class will be
required to purchase a ball, hoop and ribbon for use during class. Teacher: Tanya Fisher Recommended
Donation of $15 per weekly class

• Karate – (Ages 6 and up) The class will encompass all aspects of traditional martial arts( kicks, punches, blocks,
throws, and grappling) with a heavy emphasis on practical self defense. Open to all ages 6 to adult. Wear
comfortable, modest athletic clothing. This is a 90 minute class with the first 45 minutes being for young or
inexperienced students and the second 45 minutes for older, more experienced students. Teacher: Todd
Fairweather Recommended Donation of $12 per weekly class.

• Acrobatics I- (For students 5-10 years) **May be offered in 2018-2019** Students will learn forward and
backward rolls, headstands, handstands, cartwheels, roundoffs, bridges etc. As students gain strength and
flexibility, more advanced tricks will be introduced: front and back walkovers, handsprings etc. Stretching,
conditioning, and safety will be emphasized. Practicing acrobatics helps dancers tremendously with balance,
flexibility, and strength. And, its so much fun! Teacher: Tanya Fisher Recommended Donation of $15 per weekly
class

***All classes participating in the fine arts festival may have a costume fee and all will have a $5 per child performance
fee in order to cover the cost of renting a space for the Fine Arts Festival. Every effort is made to keep costs as low as
possible.***