Academic Year

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Academic Year

Established in 2003 by international Ballet Master and Choreographer Frank Galvez, and International Ballet Mistress and Coach Lucia Montero, Galmont Ballet Centre for Dance Education offers a comprehensive dance curriculum, performance opportunities and summer program for children, teens, adults and professional dancers… It’s a place to study, to grow, to discover, to excel.

MISSION

We are committed to our responsibility to offer our students a caring and professional environment and to provide the highest level of dance instruction with an appropriate curriculum to children, teens, and professional dancers, as well as performance opportunities.

PHILOSOPHY

Our academic and stylistic philosophy is based on traditional classical ballet technique, with an influence of the American rhythm and style. At Galmont Ballet Centre for Dance Education, Teachers and Students alike, should regard the ballet class as a ritual to be treasured. They should undertake their activities in the classroom with the same serious, responsible and disciplined demeanor with which professional dancers approach dancing in front of an audience.

PROGRAMS OF STUDY

Primary Division. Strictly by age for children 4-6 years old. This division is designed as an introduction for young children to the joys of dance. The program is a prelude to formal ballet instruction and emphasizes creativity and group interaction.

Pre-professional Division. Starting at 7 years old, and by placement evaluation. This program provides students with a firm foundation in ballet fundamentals while also inspiring a life-long love of dance. Curriculum requirements include technique, pointe, as well as jazz, modern, and character.

Open Division. We offer open ballet classes for Adults who find they just can not live without dance or want to start now. Open Basic Technique-Theater Dance classes for Musical Theater performers-Dance Theatrical Movement using Ballet, Jazz and Modern. If you are interested in a performing arts career or just want to have fun with others, this is the program for you. Also, Open morning classes for Home School students. So whatever your age, come and join us in a dance class just for you.

Basic Technique-Theater Dance. Specially designed for Musical Theater performers. Master teachers Frank Galvez and Lucia Montero will work on expressive movements, correct posture, flexibility and presentation of dance. Learn the basic techniques of one of the most exciting elements of theater: DANCE! Ballet, Jazz, and Modern techniques are used throughout many musicals in American theater. They are exciting Broadway Musical styles. Class teaches beginning forms of movement. Get ready to get up and move! This class will introduce the student to movement for theater. Basic jazz movement and beginning rhythm will be emphasized. Students will learn how to get through a dance call back even if they aren't seasoned dancers. You’ll learn the fundamentals while building your confidence, stage presence, and style.

Home Schoolers. Galmont Ballet offers morning classes that will allow the study of classical ballet and jazz without interrupting family time in the evenings. We are pleased to announce new classes, especially designed for Homeschoolers. Classes are offered for children ages 7 and up. Homeschoolers will have an opportunity this year to take ballet classes with Master Teachers Frank Galvez and Lucia Montero during regular school day hours. Ballet classes teach the students technique while enhancing their overall dance form. It is the basis for all dance forms. Students will learn balance, flexibility, strength, and the development of body awareness. All levels will learn ballet terminology and exercises. Everyone should take dance!

Adult Ballet. Our Adult Ballet class draws on the same teaching theories and evolving practices applied in our well-established full training program. We offer a constructed program of increasingly complex exercises allowing you ample time for learning that is both comprehensive and meaningful. The experience and dedication of our instructors, all with pedagogical training, continue to be sources of inspiration which caters to adults of all ages and levels.

Performance Opportunities. The experience of performing on stage before an audience is an integral part of every dancer’s training. The students in the pre-professional division have the opportunity to participate in annual ballet productions. Class attendance, codes adherence, effort, and ability, is strongly considered when casting these opportunities.

Summer Program. Galmont Ballet Centre for Dance Education offers comprehensive summer intensive programs during the month of June and July for children 4-6 years old, serious students 7 years old and up, and adults.

HOW TO ENROLL

All registration for classes must take place in person at the Galmont Ballet office. A $25.00 non-refundable and non-transferable annual registration fee must be paid at time of registration.

Registration is ongoing throughout the year. Early registration for the next school year begins in May for returning Galmont Ballet students and then is open to the public in June. Please contact the Director to receive the appropriate class schedule information for your child. We strongly advise early registration to hold a spot for your child in the classes as they do tend to fill up quickly.

TRIAL / PLACEMENT CLASS

A Trial/Placement class is required for all students. This class is $15.00, non-refundable and non-transferable, and it will go towards the annual registration fee when registering. Students ages 4-6 are automatically placed according to their age in a specific level at the School. Beginning at age 7, students are placed based on their experience through a placement class to determine technique and level placement before registering. This placement class must be scheduled through the Director. At the end of class, the Director will notify you of the level recommendation. Information regarding the recommended level will be available at the office. Placement recommendations for all students are at the absolute discretion of the Directors.

PRINCIPLES OF BALLET EDUCATION IN OUR SCHOOL

· Perfecting Technique

· Working with strength to avoid dance injury

· Teaching tools

· Problem solving and encouragement

· Dealing with different body types

· Using themes in class to simplify work and to lead beginners to upper levels

· The necessary elements of Barre and Center work

· Stamina and Breathing

· Fixing problems

· Dancing fast, big and clean, with emphasis in acrobatic virtuosity and turns.

Galmont Ballet Centre for Dance Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, in the administration of its educational admissions, policies,

or regulations, and all other activities.

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Frank Galvez and Lucia Montero

Founders ~ Artistic Directors