The top layer of the dance floor is also an important factor. A vinyl composite “marley”
floor is accepted worldwide as the best surface layer for recreational to professional
dance. Facilities such as the Royal Winnipeg Ballet, the Royal Academy of Dance in
London, England, and Riverdance - The Touring Show, all use marley floors as their
dance surface. A marley floor allows dancers to slide, with a degree of “controlled slip,
but is not slippery so there is less risk of slips and falls. Very few studios use
professional marley floors because of the expense involved, and usually opt for a
regular floor tile for a studio floor.
All of our studio locations have floating floors that have over 700 high density foam
blocks under the floor surface and a marley top surface that is imported from England.
Our special floors help reduce the risk of injuries and allow students to dance longer
without getting tired.
2. WHAT IS THE SIZE OF THE CLASS?
If the dance class has fewer students in it each child will receive more personalized
attention, learn more and have more fun. With younger students it is easier for a
teacher to maintain control over the class and make sure each student understands
the concepts and instructions. Our smaller class sizes make sure that no
fundamental concepts are being missed. A smaller class size also allows our
teachers to ensure that students are not developing bad habits or improper technique.
Our studio limits all of our classes (ages 6 and up) to a maximum of just 12 students
per class. With our kindergarten dance classes (ages 3 - 5) we limit all of our classes
to a maximum of just 6 students per class.
3. WHAT ARE THE “EXTRAS” REQUIRED FOR THE YEAR END SHOW?
Most studios put on a year end show in a professional theatre. Students that perform
in the show must have a costume for their dance number. Some studios may require
parents to sew their child’s costumes, or pay extra and the parents must find their own
seamstress to do the sewing. This can be inconvenient and frustrating for parents
who are busy or can’t sew. Most studios also require parents to purchase tickets for
the recital performance night.
Our studios use our own professional seamstress to sew and alter the costumes, so
parents do not have to worry about any costume hassles. Our studio also gives each
parent 2 free tickets for our year-end show. This way you as a parent will not be faced
with any extra work or expenses.
4. CAN I GET IMMEDIATE ASSISTANCE AND CUSTOMER SERVICE?
In many studios the teacher or the studio owner conducts classes and does the
administration. By trying to do two jobs at once, the class may suffer as the teacher
has to use class time for customer service issues, or the studio may have no
customer service available if the teacher is in a class. To have a good experience it is
important to choose a studio that can assist you with details like costumes or
schedules, even if a teacher is occupied in a class. Our studios have office staff on
hand during all regular class times, so you can get immediate assistance.
floor is accepted worldwide as the best surface layer for recreational to professional
dance. Facilities such as the Royal Winnipeg Ballet, the Royal Academy of Dance in
London, England, and Riverdance - The Touring Show, all use marley floors as their
dance surface. A marley floor allows dancers to slide, with a degree of “controlled slip,
but is not slippery so there is less risk of slips and falls. Very few studios use
professional marley floors because of the expense involved, and usually opt for a
regular floor tile for a studio floor.
All of our studio locations have floating floors that have over 700 high density foam
blocks under the floor surface and a marley top surface that is imported from England.
Our special floors help reduce the risk of injuries and allow students to dance longer
without getting tired.
2. WHAT IS THE SIZE OF THE CLASS?
If the dance class has fewer students in it each child will receive more personalized
attention, learn more and have more fun. With younger students it is easier for a
teacher to maintain control over the class and make sure each student understands
the concepts and instructions. Our smaller class sizes make sure that no
fundamental concepts are being missed. A smaller class size also allows our
teachers to ensure that students are not developing bad habits or improper technique.
Our studio limits all of our classes (ages 6 and up) to a maximum of just 12 students
per class. With our kindergarten dance classes (ages 3 - 5) we limit all of our classes
to a maximum of just 6 students per class.
3. WHAT ARE THE “EXTRAS” REQUIRED FOR THE YEAR END SHOW?
Most studios put on a year end show in a professional theatre. Students that perform
in the show must have a costume for their dance number. Some studios may require
parents to sew their child’s costumes, or pay extra and the parents must find their own
seamstress to do the sewing. This can be inconvenient and frustrating for parents
who are busy or can’t sew. Most studios also require parents to purchase tickets for
the recital performance night.
Our studios use our own professional seamstress to sew and alter the costumes, so
parents do not have to worry about any costume hassles. Our studio also gives each
parent 2 free tickets for our year-end show. This way you as a parent will not be faced
with any extra work or expenses.
4. CAN I GET IMMEDIATE ASSISTANCE AND CUSTOMER SERVICE?
In many studios the teacher or the studio owner conducts classes and does the
administration. By trying to do two jobs at once, the class may suffer as the teacher
has to use class time for customer service issues, or the studio may have no
customer service available if the teacher is in a class. To have a good experience it is
important to choose a studio that can assist you with details like costumes or
schedules, even if a teacher is occupied in a class. Our studios have office staff on
hand during all regular class times, so you can get immediate assistance.
Dance Parent Report
4 THINGS EVERY PARENT SHOULD KNOW BEFORE
CHOOSING A DANCE STUDIO
CHOOSING A DANCE STUDIO
If most dance studios seem to have qualified, friendly
teachers, experience teaching children and a big show at
the end of the year, aren’t they all pretty much the same?
Does it really matter which place you decide to enroll at?
Yes. There are 4 main things that can make a huge
difference in the quality of instruction your child receives,
the amount of extra work and hassles the parents must
deal with and the overall enjoyment and satisfaction of
being involved with a dance program. Here are 4 things
that every parent should consider before deciding on a
dance studio for their child.
1. WHAT TYPE OF DANCE FLOOR IS USED?
Dance is a very physical activity that requires a lot of
jumping, which can put stress on bones and joints. Most
dance footwear does not provide any cushioning or
support, so the shock of dance movement can place a lot
of pressure on the knees and back of a dancer. The best
way to prevent against potential injury is by choosing a
studio with a professional “floating floor”. A floating floor is
a dance floor that rests on a system of high-density foam,
to absorb the shock of jumping. A high-density foam base
is superior to a “sprung” floor, which usually consists of a
wood structure built on the regular floor.
teachers, experience teaching children and a big show at
the end of the year, aren’t they all pretty much the same?
Does it really matter which place you decide to enroll at?
Yes. There are 4 main things that can make a huge
difference in the quality of instruction your child receives,
the amount of extra work and hassles the parents must
deal with and the overall enjoyment and satisfaction of
being involved with a dance program. Here are 4 things
that every parent should consider before deciding on a
dance studio for their child.
1. WHAT TYPE OF DANCE FLOOR IS USED?
Dance is a very physical activity that requires a lot of
jumping, which can put stress on bones and joints. Most
dance footwear does not provide any cushioning or
support, so the shock of dance movement can place a lot
of pressure on the knees and back of a dancer. The best
way to prevent against potential injury is by choosing a
studio with a professional “floating floor”. A floating floor is
a dance floor that rests on a system of high-density foam,
to absorb the shock of jumping. A high-density foam base
is superior to a “sprung” floor, which usually consists of a
wood structure built on the regular floor.
| ...of Valparaiso, Indiana (219) 617-0725 |
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A Progressive System of Learning
- Learn to Dance
- Build Confidence
- Improve Your Balance
- ...all while having fun!!
Ballet
Tap
Jazz
Lyrical
Ballroom Program
Contemporary
Tumbling
Pole Dancing
Zumba Dance
Hip-Hop
Turns & Leaps
Poms
Pop-Lock
Crumping
Boys Conditioning &
Flexability
Tap
Jazz
Lyrical
Ballroom Program
Contemporary
Tumbling
Pole Dancing
Zumba Dance
Hip-Hop
Turns & Leaps
Poms
Pop-Lock
Crumping
Boys Conditioning &
Flexability
Our dance studio
55 Morthland Dr.
Valparaiso, IN 46383
55 Morthland Dr.
Valparaiso, IN 46383
