|
Hello SBS Families, Picture Week Schedule is attached. Class pictures are coming up on Tuesday, May 24 - Monday, May 30. Peter Koop from Icabod Productions Inc. will be coming to take our pictures. An email from Icabod Productions will be sent out AFTER all the pictures have been taken. You will be able to view all your pictures and see your ordering options then. All regular classes have been cancelled during Picture Week. Please note your picture times and date are different then their regular class time. We ask that all students have their photo taken even if you do not intend to order any pictures. This is so that the dance school and other students who are ordering pictures can have a photo with everyone in it. We will be using these pictures on our website, advertising, and social media so please look your best! Hair for pictures:
SBS Team (780)464-3788 Picture Week Schedule - May 23-30
0 Comments
Welcome to registration for the 2022-2023 Season and Summer 2022!
Please read through this email for important information. Full Year Registration 2022-2023 Registration fee - $50 per dancer Please review the Tuition Fees for new pricing, and the Class/Program Requirements for a list of all mandatory classes for your dancer’s program. Preschool (3yrs-5yrs,) Junior 1 (6yrs-7yrs,) Junior 2 (7yrs-8yrs), and Beginner classes (8yrs+) - Registration is open for all classes for these levels on a first come first served basis. Baby Stars and Mini Stars registration is coming soon! Jr. 3 classes – Existing SBS dancers are pre-approved for these classes. Dancers registering in Jr. 3 Lyrical must also be registered in Jr. 3 Jazz, Jr. 3 Ballet and Jr. 3 Stretch & Tech. A-Level Classes - This stream of classes requires an assessment/audition for dancers qualify. The A program has mandatory class requirements. These dancers will compete in 3 competitions. X-Level Classes - This is our most elite level program, which requires many mandatory classes and an increased amount of ballet and technique training. An audition is required to qualify for these classes. Dancers will compete in 4 competitions. Teachers have assessed all existing dancers and placed them into programs they feel the dancer is best suited. If you would like to change/audition for a different program, please email the studio. Click here to login into your existing account and register! Existing SBS dancers age 8+ must check their pre-approved class list to find available classes. If any classes are missing, please email the studio. Summer 2022 July drop-in dance classes $15/class – Every week in July! For experienced dancers age 7+ (or who have completed Jr. 1.) Preschool Dance Camp, $95 – Offered in July 12-14 and Aug 10-12. A morning of fun for dancers age 3-6! Summer Dance Intensive, $295 - Aug 15-18, 9:30am-4:00pm. This dance camp is encouraged for all dancers age 6 and up (must have minimum Jr. 1 dance experience.) We are excited to offer a week of training with some of Canada’s top teachers! DISNEY LAND - Summer 2023 We are planning a studio trip to Disney Land in Los Angeles, California next summer. Dancers age 9+ will get an opportunity to dance and train at Disney Land. Stay tuned for more information! Our office hours are limited as we are currently at competition for the next 2 weeks. Please email us with any questions and we will get back to you as soon as we can. Thank you, Kristy Skoreyko Step by Step School of Dance (780) 464-3788 Dear Step By Step Families,
This season we are excited to offer an optional ballet assessment for our Junior 3, 4 & 5 and Intermediate 1, 2, 3, 4 students. These assessments will take place on Wednesday, June 8th. The purpose of this optional assessment is to provide valuable feedback regarding your child's progress and to identify areas they can continue to improve upon. Feedback is a powerful tool that leads to greater growth and enhances skill acquisition. Additionally, it allows the dancer to experience how a classical ballet audition, master class, and professional RAD exam operates. The assessments are optional and will not affect the student's ability to progress to the next level should they choose not to participate. The cost of the assessment is $50.00 per dancer. At the completion of the assessment, students will receive a digital report which will be emailed to the address we have on file. The report will include areas of strength and areas for growth with personalized advice on how to strengthen their technique. To register, please go to your online account and select Ballet Assessment - June 8, 2022. The $50.00 will be applied to your card on file. Your dancer's schedule will be emailed by June 1st, 2022. Deadline to register online is May 15th, 2022. This is an excellent opportunity for our young dancers! Sincerely, The Step By Step Ballet Department (780) 464-3788 April 28-May 1- Fever, Expo Centre
May 24-May 30 – Picture Week May 31 and June 2 – Acro Parent Watch June 4 – Year End Pool Party – Kinsmen Leisure Centre June 7 – Last Day of Classes June 8 – Ballet Assessments June 11 – Year End Shows, Dow Centennial, Fort Saskatchewan July 1 – Canada Day Parade July 12-14 – Preschool Camp August 9-11 – Preschool Camp August 15-18 – Summer Intensive Dance Camp Aug 19 – Choreography for all Int. 2/3/4 X and Adv. X dancers - Line with Wendi – Mandatory group for all Int. 2/3/4 X and Advanced X level dancers with an addition choreography fee. More info below. The Final schedule for Evergreen and a DRAFT schedule for Dare to Dream are posted to our website. These dates and times may change! Click here for competition info and schedules. Please note that some competitions may have a general admission charge for spectators, and parking may be an additional cost. Class Cancellations and Changes During Competitions: April 28– May 1 (Thurs-Sun) – Fever, Expo Centre
Year End Shows – 3 shows on June 11th – tickets go on sale May 16th.
Ballet Assessments - June 8th – for Jr. 3-5, and Intermediate 1-4. More info coming! Group Pictures – May 24 – 30. Schedule coming soon! Picture orders will be available Online through Icabod Productions. Summer Schedule 2022 Registration is open. Click here to register online to hold your spot. Don't miss out! There is limited space. Summer Jam Preschool Dance Camps July 12 – 14 (3-6 Years) 9:30am – 11:30am $95 August 9 – 11 (3-6 Years) 9:30am – 11:30am $95 Half day full of dance, including Hip Hop , Acro, Musical Theatre and crafts. No dance experience required. Drop-in Dance Classes Continue your dance training throughout the summer. These classes are for experienced dancers age 7 and up. Intensive Dance Camp August 15 – 18 Juniors/Intermediate/Advanced $295 Boasts an amazing group of guest instructors offering classes in Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Lyrical, Tap and Musical Theatre. Dance Experience Required. Aug 19 – IMPORTANT - Choreography will be done on this day for all 2022-2023 Int. 2/3/4 X and Adv. X dancers for an Open Line choreographed by Wendi. This group is mandatory for all Int. 2/3/4 X and Advanced X level dancers, and has an additional choreography fee (TBD.) Your dancer attending the Summer Dance Intensive Aug 15-18 is important, as this is when Wendi gets to know her students and their dancing capabilities for her to feature in her choreography. We look forward to all of these exciting experiences for our dancers coming up! See you at the studio, SBS Staff (780) 464-3788 April Newsletter - 2022
March 27 – April 4 – Spring Break – No Classes April 6-10 - Gravity Dance Competition, Festival Place
April 16- Artist Emerge, The Orange Hub - 10045 156 St NW
May 24-May 30 - Picture Week June 7 - Last Day of Classes June 8, 9, 11 - Year End Shows, Dow Centennial, Fort Saskatchewan June 13 & 15 – Ballet Assessments July 1 - Canada Day Parade July 12-14 – Preschool Camp August 9-11 – Preschool Camp August 15-18 – Summer Intensive Dance Camp DRAFT schedules are attached for Evergreen and Dare to Dream. These dates and times may change! The final schedules for these competitions are coming soon. Click here for more competition info and schedules. Please note that some competitions may have a general admission charge for spectators, and parking may be an additional cost. Class Cancellations and Changes During Competitions: April 6-10 (Wed-Sun)- Gravity Dance Competition - Festival Place Classes cancelled for – Pre Advanced, Advanced, and Fun 5’s Regular classes for – Beginner, Experienced, Junior, Intermediate, Acro, Terrific 3’s and Fab 4’s April 10-13 (Sun-Wed)- Shyann Dance Competition, Triffo Theatre, Grant Mac Ewan Classes cancelled for – Beginner, Experienced, Junior 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Intermediate 1. Acro on Tuesday, April 12: all classes will be combined for one class together from 4:30-5:30. This will be the only Acro class offered on this day for all Tuesday’s Acro students. Regular classes for – Preschool, Intermediate 2, 3, 4, Pre Advanced, and Advanced. April 16 (Sat) - Artist’s Emerge, The Orange Hub - 10045 156 St NW Classes cancelled for – Jr. 4/5 X Hip-hip, and Hip-hop Line April 26 – May 1 (Tues-Sun) - Fever, Expo Centre Classes cancelled for – Int. 2, 3, 4, Pre Advanced, and Advanced Regular classes for – Preschool, Beginner, Experienced, Junior 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Int. 1 and Acro May 5- 8 -(Wed-Sun) - Evergreen, Festival Place Classes cancelled for – Fun 5’s, Beginner, Experienced, Junior, Intermediate, Pre Advanced, Advanced Regular classes for – Terrific 3’s, Fab 4’s May 12-15 (Thurs-Sun) - Dare to Dream, Triffo Theatre, Grant Mac Ewan Classes cancelled for - Beginner, Experienced, Junior, Intermediate, Pre Advanced, Advanced Regular classes for – Terrific 3’s, Fab 4’s, Fun 5’s **Very Important Information for Parents and Students!** Step By Step School of Dance Competition and Performance Etiquette We would like to take this opportunity to remind students and parents of competition etiquette and protocol. Dancers should be dropped off in the rehearsal hall 1 hour and 30 minutes prior to performance time in costume, ready with hair and makeup complete. Parents should then leave the rehearsal room. Dancer’s belongings should remain in the dressing room or with their parent, belongings/costumes will not be permitted in the rehearsal hall. Important – If a dancer does not show up on time to warm up and rehearse with their group, the group choreography is adjusted to compensate for any missing dancers. It causes stress on the group and teacher when dancers show up late. If there is an emergency and you are running behind or unable to attend, please contact us immediately at info@stepbystepdance.ca. Maintain a positive attitude and always display camaraderie and support for your fellow dancers. Adjudication – judges give a critique of a performance accompanied by a mark. This may be favourable to you at times, and not at others. It is important to remember that it is one person's opinion of the performance that day and the critiques that the judge gives should be seen as a chance to learn and grow as a dancer. It is also important to measure your performance based on your own opinion of how you did and to always strive for a personal excellence. Please do not show disrespect towards a judge or the competition. While watching a performance, please show respect to the dancers by staying in your seat and not talking during the performance. Please do not take photos or videos during performances. This will result in disqualification. Do not discredit other performances or other dancers. Please leave the task of critiquing and giving corrections to the teachers. Dancers and parents should only offer support and positive reinforcement. When backstage please remain quiet and try not to move around. Stay out of the wings and be aware of dancers doing runarounds as well as all of the props. Please keep the rehearsal hall and change rooms clean. Pick up your garbage, keep track of your costumes and dance accessories, etc. Always remember you are representing more than just yourself. You are representing your family, your teacher, your group and your dance school. Conduct yourself in a respectable and friendly manner at all times. Our main goal is to provide each other with positive and enjoyable experiences wherever possible. This will encourage teamwork, increase self-confidence and enhance the learning experience of performing at festivals and competitions. We are so excited to see our dancers perform on stage, and finally have their families in the audience watching! Thank you, SBS Staff (780) 464-3788 GREAT NEWS! The journey through COVID-19 has been long and trying and we are so thrilled to continue moving forward without restrictions. Thank you to all of our families for your patience and cooperation! Parents are once again welcome in the lobby if they need to connect with the front desk or help their dancer. The couches and lobby areas will continue to be for our dancers and parents are asked to drop off and pick up their dancer at the scheduled time. Group Stage Rehearsals - March 7, 8, 9,10 and Saturday 12th - at the Dow Centre, Fort Saskatchewan. Click here for Stage Rehearsals schedule.
*NEW* This is now an open rehearsal to parents!
Costume Information Costumes will continue to arrive during March. Please find attached the Costume Worksheets for every dance level - see the tabs at the bottom of the spreadsheet to find your level. This contains very important information about costumes, accessories, make-up, hair and more. Also find attached Performance Hair & Make-up 2022. Our website will be updated with pictures of dancers with make-up and hairstyles. We will be having parent costume meetings at the studio for Junior 1’s, 2’s and Experienced groups in March. An email will follow after costumes have arrived. Earrings, Lipstick, and Eyelashes All SBS dancers ages 6 and up must wear rhinestone earrings and our studio colour lipstick. These are the same colours and styles as last year and can be purchased at the front desk. Earrings $15 Lipstick $10 Eyelashes $15 SBS Tracksuits Just a reminder that the deadline for ordering your SBS track suit is Saturday, March 5 at 1pm. This year we are doing a black pull over hoodie and black sweatpants. We have sample sizers and order forms in the lobby. Hoodie - $55 (additional $10 to add name on the hood, and $10 Extreme Logo for X level dancers) Sweat Pant - $45 We are looking forward to an exciting Spring! SBS Team
Updated Stage Rehearsals
Check attachments for new times. Solos and Duets - March 6, 12pm-3pm – Dress Rehearsals at the studio for all soloists and duets. This rehearsal will run like a show. Dancers will be performing in costume in front of all other SBS solos and duets. Schedule coming soon! This rehearsal is at Step By Step Group Stage Rehearsals - March 7, 8, 9,10 and Saturday 12th - at the Dow Centre, Fort Saskatchewan. ***Attendance is Mandatory*** Includes every group 5 years and older. All regular classes at the studio 5 and over are cancelled. These are Closed Door Rehearsals. Parents are asked to drop off and pick up their dancers at the Stage door located next to the loading dock. A SBS representative will be there to greet you and assist your dancer with their costumes. Please arrive with their first costume on and wearing a mask. Please note the food court and other areas of the Dow Centre will not be available to our dancers. This is an excellent opportunity for students to practice on stage, taking into consideration curtains, formations and spacing. It’s very important that all dancers attend this event.
Stage Rehearsals schedule is attached. Each day is listed as a separate attachment. Please view each schedule to find the name of your dancer’s group to determine your rehearsal time. It will correspond with their normal dancing day. To find out the name of your group, please visit our website and click on Competition Worksheet - 2022. All Classes at the studio are cancelled except for Acro on Tuesday March 7th and Ballet on Friday March 11th. Tuesday Acro Schedule 4:00-5:00 – Intro Acro 12+ and Jr. 4/5 5:00-6:00 – Intermediate and Advanced Friday Schedule Open to all Ballet students. 4:15-5:00 –Ballet for ages 6-8 5:00-6:00 –Ballet for ages 9-13 6:00-7:00 – Ballet for ages 14+ Step By Step Team Monday, March 7 Tuesday, March 8 Wednesday, March 9 Thursday, March 10 Saturday, March 12 February 2022 Newsletter
Family Day - Monday, February 21 New Schedule for Monday students - Conditioning for all ages 4:00pm-4:45pm. Monday night Competition Groups 4:45pm-5:45pm. All other classes cancelled. Stage Rehearsals Solos and Duets - March 6, 12pm-3pm - All solos and duets are invited to practice with costumes. We will be using all the studios. This rehearsal is at Step By Step. Group Stage Rehearsals - March 7, 8, 9,10 and Saturday 12th - at the Dow Centre, Fort Saskatchewan. Acro and Friday March 11th schedules at SBS will be revised and emailed. ***Attendance is Mandatory*** Includes every group 5 years and older. These are Closed Door Rehearsals. Parents are asked to drop off and pick up their dancers at the Stage Door on the west end of the building. A SBS representative will be there to greet you and assist your dancer with their costumes. Please arrive with their first costume on and wearing a mask. Please note the food court and other areas of the Dow Centre will not be available to our dancers. This is an excellent opportunity for students to practice on stage, taking into consideration curtains, formations and spacing. It’s very important that all attend this event.
Stage Rehearsals schedule is attached. Each day is listed on a separate tab at the bottom. Please view each schedule to find the name of your dancer’s group to determine your rehearsal time. To find out the name of your group, please find attached the Group Competition Information form. Costume Information Costumes will continue to arrive during February and March. We will be emailing parents detailed costume information including hair and tights requirements during the week of February 14th. April 10-14 - Shyann Dance Competition, Grant MacEwan, Triffo Theatre - Draft Schedule Sunday - Wednesday For Jr. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Int. 1 A and X. Excluding the following Hip Hop levels: Jr. 4/5X, Hip Hop Line, Int. 1X and Hip Hop Solos. See attached the Competition Draft Schedule. Parents, this is DRAFT copy, things may change. Please review this in case of errors and to schedule your days. Dancers should arrive 1.5 hours before competition times. Team Commitment March, April, May and June are filled with performances. Every dancer is an important part of a team and upon registering made a commitment to participant in stage rehearsals, all competitions, and the year end show. We know it takes a village to raise a child and dancers are no different. Consider speaking with other parents from your group if you need help getting your dancer to and from. Thank you in advance for all your efforts. Earrings, Lipstick, and Eyelashes All SBS dancers ages 6 and up must wear rhinestone earrings and our studio colour lipstick. These are the same colours and styles as last year and can be purchased at the front desk. Please note that false eyelashes are part of standard studio makeup and dancers 6yrs & up are expected to wear them. Earrings $15 Lipstick $10 Eyelashes $15 SBS Team Step By Step School of Dance 449 Sioux Road 780-464-3788 www.stepbystepdance.ca info@stepbystepdance.ca ShyAnn Schedule - SBS Only Stage Rehearsals 2022 (All) Competition Worksheet Feb 2022 Hello Dance Families,
Costumes: Costumes are starting to arrive at the studio! Please send your dancers to class wearing tights, or with tights in their dance bags, so they can wear them when trying on their costumes during class time. Costumes will be sent home, please hang them in a safe place/ Zoom: Just a friendly reminder that Zoom is for dancers who are sick or have to isolate. If your dancer is not sick or isolating, please bring them to the studio for their classes. We are preparing for stage rehearsals in 6 weeks so attendance is important. Valentines: “Adopt a Senior Sherwood Park” is collecting Valentines Day cards for seniors in care. Their goal is to provide over 3000 seniors with Valentines this year! Homemade or store bought cards are welcome; please write with a message written of kindness and love to cheer up seniors in care facilities in our community. There will be a drop-box for your cards at Step by Step near the desk. Please have your Valentines cards brought in by Feb 3 so that we can deliver them on Feb 4. More information attached. Thank you, Kristy Skoreyko Step by Step (780)464-3788 Adopt-a-Senior Valentine's Day |
Categories
All
|
RSS Feed
OUR STUDIOStep By Step is very proud of our variety and standard of dance programs offered. From three year olds to adults, beginners to advanced, Step By Step offers high caliber instruction in all types of dance including Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Tap, Contemporary, Acro, Adult, Teen and Pre-school. We have classes for the recreational dancer as well as the competitive.
The teachers of Step By Step would love to share their love of dance with you, so come celebrate over 40 years of excellence with us! |
FOLLOW US |
CONTACT US449 Sioux Road
Sherwood Park, Alberta T8A 4H2 Phone: 780.464.3788 Fax: 780.464.3057 |