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Florida’s proven premier Ballet School. In addition to the directors who are active teachers and choreographers, IDA boasts an exceptionally trained international faculty, acknowledged as superior in the area. IDA has proven, through 14 years of service to the community, to be South Florida’s premier ballet school, and offers a complete menu of dance classes for all ages. IDA is simply the best, taking the dancer from class to professional stage with excellent results. Fall classes, which begin on August 19th, are offered six days a week for all levels of dancers. Class choices include Ballet, Pointe, Partnering and Repertoire; Jazz and Contemporary; as well as Yoga for adults, teens and children. Also offered is the popular TuTu Cuties, a morning mommy-and-me style class for two and three-year-olds. For adults, the academy offers classical ballet classes and yoga at beginner through intermediate levels; the studio is also home to the popular daily Jazzercise adult exercise program. IDA offers the most exciting Partnering and Repertoire classes to dancers on Pointe; an enormous thrill for the dancer in training to partner with an experienced male dancer. Amazing lifts, turns and poses are a dream come true. IDA does not use young trainees, but chooses to have only experienced professionals to safely train their dancers. Rolly Villaverde is the studio’s phenomenal Jazz and Contemporary teacher, offering world-class choreography and tuition to IDA students. Also included is a “Boys Only Class,” for ages four to seven, for Strengthening and Movement. Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) Certification. IDA is the only school in South Florida to offer the Royal Academy of Dance instruction and certification. RAD is the most highly-regarded educational training and examining body for classical ballet in the world, under the patronage of Queen Elizabeth II. Dancers study a defined curriculum and must pass a series of examinations satisfying the extraordinarily high standards of the RAD in order to be awarded certification. “Whether dancing for fun or pursuing a dance career, the Royal Academy of Dance credentials put our dancers at a great advantage,” states Mary. “Besides the diploma being an impressive addition to any college application, the dancers also gain the confidence and the great satisfaction of knowing they met the most rigorous international standards in dance”.
International RAD examination and results. A number of students were evaluated this past year by a qualified examiner and all scored extraordinary well. IDA enjoyed a 100% pass rate with ten medals for the little ones, 12 Merits and 36 Distinction. “Year after year, we are in awe of our exceptional RAD results including an unheard of 100% by Seoyeon Kim,” notes Mary. Open House Invitation – Come dressed for a fun day of dance on Saturday, August 10th from 1-4 pm. The open house will feature free ballet classes, free jazz classes, refreshments, plus a chance to meet the directors, teachers and staff. The registration fee will be waived for dancers presenting proof of registration elsewhere. Summer Intensive. Young dancers who want to kick-start their dance year can register for IDA’s one-week Summer Intensive Program taking place August 12-16th. According to Deborah, the stretching, strengthening and technique classes will “shake off the cobwebs” and get dancers ready for the fall classes or to audition for The Nutcracker. Visiting dancers are most welcome! Annual Theatrical Performances. As part of a child’s all-round education and development, the performing company, the International Ballet Company, is established to offer full-length professional performances, rather than recitals or non-descript studio shows. “We like to inspire our young dancers through the challenges, excitement and learning that comes with performing on stage in a spectacular and professional, full-length theater production, before an appreciative audience,” explains Deborah. Two annual theatrical performances are danced before packed audiences giving the dancers the opportunity to showcase their hard work and allowing them to shine in front of family and friends.
The Nutcracker will be performed at the Coral Springs Center for the Arts, December 13-15th. “We welcome auditions by dancers who want the experience of dancing in a full-scale professional production at a major performing arts theater. We have roles for all ages and skill levels, from the tiniest mouse to the exquisite Sugar Plum Fairy,” says Deborah. This will be the Company’s 14th performance of this holiday spectacle and this year’s production promises to be bigger and better than ever. In addition to a cast of over 150 talented dancers, from three years old to professional, the production will feature fabulous costumes, extravagant scenery and spectacular stage effects. It is an unbelievable experience for all young dancers with memories to treasure forever! Auditions to take part in The Nutcracker will be held on September 7th.
The International Dance Academy has no equal! The family-friendly, 5,500 square foot, teaching facility includes three studios, a large foyer, observation windows, sprung floors, all fully air conditioned. It also offers easy and safe drop-off/pick-up at the front door. FREE TRIAL CLASS! You are most WELCOME! International Dance Academy, founded in 2000, is located in the Broward Lakes Business Park at 825 Shotgun Road in Weston. For more information on all programs, call (954) 476-4419 or visit www.danceIDA.com.
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you are invited to International Dance Academy’s Open House
Saturday, August 10th, 1-4 p.m. Meet Artistic Director Deborah Buttner, Director Mary Buttner and the professional teachers at IDA! Free Ballet and Jazz Classes Registration • Refreshments
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