Laurelhurst Dance Studio Fall 2015 Catalog

Fall 2015 Activities in Southeast Portland

Laurelhurst Dance Studio

K e e p your c h i l d ac t i v e i n on e o f our pr e s c h oo l s p or t s ac t i v i t i e s

Commissioner Amanda Fritz Director Mike AbbatĂŠ

RegistRATION BEGINS AUGUST 17, 2015

Go to PortlandParks.org, click on the Register Now tab.

Portland Parks & Recreation

Laurelhurst Studio In Laurelhurst Park 3756 SE Oak Street, 97214

Telephone: 503-823-3195 or 503-823-4105 Fax: 503-823-3139 Laurelhurst Studio is managed through Sellwood CC. Please call Sellwood CC at the number above to contact staff & for information.

Center Director: Kim Calame kim.calame@portlandoregon.gov Citywide Performing Arts Coordinator: Demetri Finch-Brown demetri.finchbrown@portlandoregon.gov Closures: Nov 11, 26, 27; Dec 25, Jan 1 Bus Lines: #20-Burnside, #15-Mt. Tabor, #75-39th Ave. Parking: Available along SE Oak & SE Stark Disabled Access:

Entrance: Accessible

Parking: Street Parking

Restrooms: Inaccessible Inclusion Services: Within the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Portland Parks & Recreation provides accommodations to individuals with disabilities/ special needs, so that they may receive an equal opportunity to fully participate in programs offered citywide. Please see page 25 for information on accessing these services.

Laurelhurst Studio is managed by Sellwood Community Center. The studio is open for classes only. Registrations are taken by phone, fax, online, in person or by mail at Sellwood Community Center & are accepted throughout the term on a pro-rated basis.

The Studio features a professional grade, Marley covered, wood-sprung floor, which offers a resilient surface, beneficial for both children & adults. This historic building has been converted to a spacious studio, used year-round, featuring walls with full-length mirrors. An upstairs viewing gallery is available for observing classes.

Sellwood CC 1436 SE Spokane, 97202 Phone: 503-823-3195 Fax: 503-823-3139

Laurelhurst Studio Table of Contents Laurelhurst Dance Studio...................................... 48-55 Portland Parks & Recreation Youth Ballet Academy......54 Parent/Child Classes....................................................49 Preschool Dance..................................................... 50-51 Youth Dance.................................................................52 Hip Hop, Youth............................................................52 Tap, Youth.....................................................................52 Drop-In Fees................................................................53 Tap, Adult......................................................................53 Zumba, Adult................................................................53 Portland Parks Recreational Dance Company............55 Registration Information..............................................56 Registration Form........................................................57

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Laurelhurst Dance Studio

503.823.3195

New to Laurelhurst!

Want to improve your technique? We are now offering private and semi-private lessons for dance!

Lessons are offered on Sundays only.

Private: $40 / hour Semi-Private: (up to 3 students) $25 / dancer

Please call Sellwood Community Center to schedule your private lesson.

503-823-3195 or 503-823-4105

Portland Parks & Recreation Although we register only the child, parents or caregivers involvement is essential to these classes.

Dance to the Music!

Ballet for Two ages: 2-4 Introduce your child to this beautiful form of dance!

Step along together practicing barre, floor work & the creative process. Experience a gentle approach to movements children will recognize from ‘The Nutcracker’ & ‘Swan Lake’, while gaining agility & flexibility. No experience necessary! No class 11/26.

Session 1: 1038511 Tu 10:45am-11:15am Amy 11/10-12/8 $25 1037050 W 2:30pm-3:00pm Rebecca 10/7-11/4 $25 1038507 Sa 9:45am-10:15am Amy 10/10-11/7 $25 Session 2: 1038512 Tu 10:45am-11:15am Amy 10/6-11/3 $25 1037149 W 2:30pm-3:00pm Rebecca 11/18-12/16 $25 1038510 Sa 9:45am-10:15am Amy 11/14-12/12 $25

Terrific Twirling: 3’s & 4’s ages: 3-4 Calling all toddlers! Explore very basic techniques in ballet & jazz. Discover exciting methods of movement using dance, activities & games that work on coordination, flexibility, rhythm & body awareness.

No class 11/27.

Session 1: 1036987 Tu 1:45pm-2:15pm Rebecca 10/6-11/3 $22 1036756 F 2:45pm-3:15pm Amy 10/9-11/6 $22 Session 2: 1037148 Tu 1:45pm-2:15pm Rebecca 11/10-12/8 $22 1037147 F 2:45pm-3:15pm Amy 11/13-12/18 $22

Tumbling Twisting Tadpoles ages: 2-4 Challenge your wee-one through obstacle courses, skill stations, & physical problem solving. Together, increase coordination & body awareness by rolling, crawling, & springing into toddler tumbling! Support your child as they develop new skills to help them reach the next step! Wiggle, Jump, & Roll! No class 11/26.

W 10:45am-11:15am Kelly 1036746 10/7-11/4 $25 1037155 11/18-12/16 $25

Movement - Dance & Me ages: 2-3 Turn & swirl together creating a foundation for selfexpression. Discover ways to increase coordination, rhythm, flexibility & body awareness. Steps, spins, & twirls delight with emphasis on imagination, creativity, & listening skills. No class on 11/26.

1040220 Tu 2:45pm-3:15pm Rebecca 10/8-11/5 $25 1040222 Tu 2:45pm-3:15pm Rebecca 11/12-12/17 $25 Terrific Twirling: 2’s & 3’s ages: 2-3 Calling all toddlers! Explore very basic techniques in ballet & jazz. Discover exciting methods of movement using dance, activities & games that work on coordination, flexibility, rhythm & body awareness.

W 10:00am-10:30am Kelly 1036745 10/7-11/4 $22 1037146 11/18-12/16 $22

Register On-Line at www.PortlandParks.org

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Adult/Child

Portland Parks & Recreation Preschool (2yrs - 6yrs)

Dance Combos!

Ballet, Jazz & Tap Fundamentals Leaps & twirls, jumps & isolations, footwork & combination steps! Increase your balance & coordination while enjoying the freedom of movement.

Focus on your understanding of rhythm, meter, & body awareness while learning new vocabulary. A great opportunity to develop your passion!

No class 11/11 and 11/26. ages: 3-5 M 1:45pm-2:15pm Rebecca 1036737 10/5-11/2 $25 1037150 11/9-12/7 $25 T 11:30am-12:00pm Amy 1040203 10/6-11/3 $25 1040204 11/10-12/8 $25 W 1:00pm-1:30pm Rebecca 1036749 10/7-11/4 $25 1037151 11/18-12/16 $25 ages: 4-6 Th 12:15pm-12:45pm Rebecca 1036751 10/8-11/5 $25 1037152 11/12-12/17 $25

Ballet for Little Preschoolers!

PreBallet - Starting Steps ages: 3-5 Take a step further as new movements are introduced as you focus on classical dance - steps, poise, body alignment & foot positions. An excellent way to increase self-discipline & self-confidence. No class 11/26 and 11/27.

Session 1: 1036744 W 9:15am-9:45am 10/7-11/4 1038640 Th 11:15am-11:45am 10/8-11/5

Kelly $22 Amy $22

Session 2: 1037169 W 9:15am-9:45am Kelly 11/18-12/16 $22 1038641 Th 11:15am-11:45am Amy 11/12-12/17 $22

Pre-Registration & Drop-In Fees see page 53

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Laurelhurst Dance Studio

503.823.3195

PreBallet - First Steps ages: 3-5 With stories, props & classical music, your child explores movement & dance with comfort. A nurturing environment inspires imagination & a love for dance No class on 11/11, 11/26 & 11/27.

Session 1: 1036734 M 11:30am-12:00pm Rebecca 10/5-11/2 $25 1036741 Tu 1:00pm-1:30pm Rebecca 10/6-11/3 $25 1036747 W 11:30am-12:00pm Kelly 10/7-11/4 $25 1036752 Th 1:00pm-1:30pm Rebecca 10/8-11/5 $25 1036754 F 10:30am-11:00am Rebecca 10/9-11/6 $25 1036755 F 2:00pm-2:30pm Rebecca 10/9-11/6 $25 Session 2: 1037162 M 11:30am-12:00pm Rebecca 11/9-12/7 $25 1037164 Tu 1:00pm-1:30pm Rebecca 11/10-12/8 $25 1037165 W 11:30am-12:00pm Kelly 11/18-12/16 $25 1037166 Th 1:00pm-1:30pm Rebecca 11/12-12/17 $25 1037167 F 10:30am-11:00am Rebecca 11/13-12/18 $25 1037168 F 2:00pm-2:30pm Rebecca 11/13-12/18 $25

Nutcracker Suite PreBallet - First Steps ages: 4-5 With stories, props & classical music, your child explores movement & dance with comfort. A nurturing environment inspires imagination & a love for dance.

No class on 11/11, 11/26 and 11/27.

1036720 M 2:30pm-3:15pm Rebecca 10/5-12/7 $50 1036991 Tu 3:15pm-4:00pm Rebecca 10/6-12/8 $50 1036722 W 3:15pm-4:00pm Rebecca 10/7-12/16 $50 1036724 Th 10:30am-11:15am Amy 10/8-12/17 $50 1036725 Th 1:45pm-2:30pm Rebecca 10/8-12/17 $50 1036729 F 11:15am-12:00pm Rebecca 10/9-12/18 $50 1036732 Sa 11:30am-12:15pm Amy 10/10-12/12 $50

Portland Parks & Recreation Please note that we offer hip hop for youger dancers, with dance modifications that are appropriate for their age & physical abilities. All of our music has been screened prior to class.

Tiny Hip Hoppers Little feet move to the beat! Catch the groove while increasing balance, coordination & strength. Boogaloo down to those lively tunes with safe & cool moves.

Ages 3-5: 1036736 M 1:00pm-1:30pm Rebecca 10/5-11/2 $22 1037156 M 1:00pm-1:30pm Rebecca 11/9-12/7 $22 Ages 4-6: 1036738 M 3:30pm-4:00pm Rebecca 10/5-11/2 $22 1037157 M 3:30pm-4:00pm Rebecca 11/9-12/7 $22 Jazz Dance - First Steps ages: 3-5 Come sizzle & swing into an exciting time! Increase your physical fitness level, coordination & confidence while sampling basic moves. Creative stretching warm ups & traveling steps build skills and a lifelong love of movement. Jump right in! No class 11/27.

Session 1: 1038465 M 12:00pm-12:30pm Rebecca 10/5-11/2 $22.50 1036743 Tu 2:30pm-3:00pm Rebecca 10/6-11/3 $22.50 1040227 F 12:00pm-12:30pm Rebecca 10/9-11/6 $22.50 Session 2: 1038466 M 12:00pm-12:30pm Rebecca 11/9-12/7 $22.50 1037158 Tu 2:30pm-3:00pm Rebecca 11/10-12/8 $22.50 1040228 F 12:00pm-12:30pm Rebecca 11/13-12/18 $22.50

Tap Dance - Tiny Tappers ages: 3-6 Little feet tap to the beat! Get a great start on an exciting & lively American dance form through tap, marching & rhythm exercises while increasing balance & coordination. Perfect introduction!

No class on 11/27.

Session 1 1036757 F 3:30pm-4:00pm 10/9-11/6 1036758 Sa 9:15am-9:45am 10/10-11/7

Amy $22 Amy $22

Session 2 1037172 F 3:30pm-4:00pm Amy 11/13-12/18 $22 1037173 Sa 9:15am-9:45am Amy 11/14-12/12 $22

Movement Be Creative! ages: 3-5 Experience the joys of movement & music as they combine into exciting activities especially for young imaginations. Fantasies are engaged while physical activities aid in developing flexibility, strength, rhythm & balance to sustain & inspire them as they grow.

No class 11/26.

W 12:00pm-12:30pm Kelly 1036748 10/7-11/4 $25 1037159 11/18-12/16 $25 Be Creative! Planets, Comets & Aliens ages: 3-5 Experience the joys of movement & music as they combine into exciting activities especially for young imaginations. Fantasies are engaged while physical activities aid in developing flexibility, strength, rhythm & balance to sustain & inspire them as they grow. No class 11/26.

Session 1: 1036976 Tu 12:15pm-12:45pm Rebecca 10/6-11/3 $25 1037045 W 1:45pm-2:15pm Rebecca 10/7-11/4 $25 Session 2: 1037160 Tu 12:15pm-12:45pm Rebecca 11/10-12/8 $25 1037161 W 1:45pm-2:15pm Rebecca 11/18-12/16 $25

Register On-Line at www.PortlandParks.org

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Born to Dance!

Portland Parks & Recreation Youth Dance Classes

Ballet & Dance Combos!

Ballet - Basics ages: 5-7 Express yourself! Explore this joyful dance style & increase agility, grace & coordination. Develop a firm foundation in classical technique while gaining music knowledge & arts appreciation. No class 11/11 and 11/27.

1036723 W 4:00pm-5:00pm Rebecca 10/7-12/16 $78 1036731 F 4:00pm-5:00pm Amy 10/9-12/18 $78 Tap & Jazz Combo Sizzle & swing your way to versatility! Tapping builds speed & stamina & jazz limbers up the whole body. Basic shuffles, toe taps & waltz clogs challenge your physical coordination & provide the chance to be cool, be alive & jive. ages: 8-10 1037580 Tu 4:00pm-5:00pm Rebecca 10/6-12/8 $78 ages: 6-8 Sa 10:30am-11:30am Emily 1038638 10/10-11/7 $39 1038639 11/14-12/12 $39 Ballet, Jazz & Tap Fundamentals ages: 6-10 Leaps & twirls, jumps & isolations, footwork & combination steps! Increase your balance & coordination while enjoying the freedom of movement. Focus on your understanding of rhythm, meter, & body awareness while learning new vocabulary. A great opportunity to develop your passion! No class on 11/26.

1036726 Th 3:30pm-4:30pm Rebecca 10/8-12/17 $78

We offer a fun and challenging learning environment where participants enjoy an enriching journey to the performing arts experience.

Many of our classes have a performance opportunity.

Look for the dancing shoes and come dance with us April 8 & 9, 2016.

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Laurelhurst Dance Studio

503.823.3195

Feel the Beat!

Hip Hop & Funky Beats Please note that all of our music has been screened prior to class.

Move to the beat! Get a great start on this fun and energetic style of dance. Build endurance, strength and balance while focusing on rythym, musicality and basic footwork. No class 11/11 and 11/26. ages: 7-9 1036721 M 4:00pm-5:00pm Rebecca 10/5-12/7 $100 ages: 10-13 1036727 Th 4:30pm-5:30pm Rebecca 10/8-12/17 $100 Irish Dance: Step it up! ages: 5-11 Fun, fitness, & cultural tradition all at once!

Kids will experience Irish cĂŠilĂ­ dancing (a social style of dance) & Irish step dancing (performance style) while they discover a form of music that they rarely hear on the radio. Experience proper Irish Dance foot positioning, posture, counting music, stretching, hop skips, the side step, and their first jig step. Exposure to Irish Dance brings a focus on extending attention spans, increased stamina, & cultural awareness. A great way to increase cardiovascular fitness, muscle tone, flexibility, coordination, balance, strength & learn a few Gaelic words too! Eireann go Brach!

Su 1:00pm-2:00pm Hillary 1038642 10/11-11/8 $39 1038643 11/15-12/13 $39

Please send your dancer(s) to class in comfortable clothing that he/she can move in. (No dresses, skirts, or jeans.) Costumes may be saved for the last day of class. Jewelry can be a hazard, please remove it before class begins.

Ballet & Tap

Leotard, tights & ballet slippers, or tap shoes.

Hip Hop & Jazz

Leggings or sweat pants, no dresses or skirts and no street shoes permitted unless they are reserved ONLY for class.

Questions?

Call Sellwood Community Center

503-823-3195 or 503-823-4105

Portland Parks & Recreation

Dance & Fitness Ballet Bods ages: 14 & up Experience a total body workout promoting core stability, alignment, balance, & fluid movement.

Set to music, incorporating the ballet barre & combining various disciplines focusing on dance, & traditional strength exercises, this unique class will benefit people of every age & ability! No class 11/27.

1036733 F 9:15am-10:15am Amy 10/9-11/6 $40 1037153 F 9:15am-10:15am Amy 11/13-12/18 $40 Cabaret Jazz ages: 14 & up Move to music! Gain confidence in your body & a passionate attitude while channeling the styles of ‘Chicago’, ‘A Chorus Line’ & other broadway productions. Don’t be afraid to experience the inner diva & show off what you’ve got!

1036730 F 12:45pm-1:45pm Rebecca 10/9-12/18 $80 Ballroom Dance ages: 14 & up Get physically fit as your knowledge & skills increase.

An introduction to the waltz, tango, fox trot, cha-cha, swing & rumba using the basic figures of open break, underarm turn, crossover break & walk-around turns.

Have a ball! No class 11/26.

1036728 Th 7:40pm-8:40pm Joan 10/8-12/17 $80 Zumba: Fitness ages: 14 & up Routines combine fast & slow rhythms to achieve a balance of cardio & muscle-toning benefits. A dynamic, exciting & effective workout! Move fast & have fun!

No class 11/26.

1036753 Th 6:35pm-7:35pm Laura 10/8-11/5 $40 1037154 Th 6:35pm-7:35pm Laura 11/12-12/17 $40

Tap & Irish Dance Rythm Tap ages: 14 & up Childhood dreams become a reality in this exciting & lively American art form. Embrace your inner dancer with moves that improve balance, ankle strength & flexibility. Basic shuffle, toe tap & time steps may be included. No class 11/26.

Beginning Th 9:15am-10:15am 1037061 10/8-11/5 1037170 11/12-12/17

Amy $40 $40

Intermediate/Advanced Su 11:30am-12:30pm 1038491 10/11-11/8 1038493 11/15-12/13

Amy $40 $40

Tap - It’s Never Too Late To Start ages: 14 & up Childhood dreams become a reality in this exciting & lively American art form. Embrace your inner dancer with moves that improve balance, ankle strength & flexibility. Basic shuffle, toe tap & time steps may be included.

Tu 9:30am-10:30am Sandy 1036739 10/6-11/3 $40 1037171 11/10-12/8 $40 Irish Dance: A Celtic Experience! ages: 12 & up Step into Irish Dance! Irish step dancing combines the entrancing rhythms of traditional Celtic music with the grace & energy of dance. Experience dancing in unison while developing spatial awareness as they dance the patterns of Irish céilí dancing (a social style of dance) & Irish step dancing (performance style).

Develop the fundamentals of these energetic dances ? timing, body position & footwork while focusing on fun & performance opportunities. A great way to increase cardiovascular fitness, muscle tone, flexibility, coordination, balance, strength & learn a few Gaelic words too! Feicfidh mé ar ball thú!

Su 2:00pm-3:00pm Hilary 1038644 10/11-11/8 $40 1038645 11/15-12/13 $40

Pre-Registration & Drop-In Fees Please be aware the pre-registration is required to attend classes. We no longer offer drop in for preschool or youth classes. Students choosing to begin a class that has already started will be offered a prorated fee for the class.

Registrations can be completed online, by phone, by mail, or in-person at any Portland Parks facility.

Adult Drop-In: If you are not registered in a class, you may choose to pay a drop-in fee on that day; however classes that do not meet registration minimums by the start date are in danger of being cancelled. Payment can be paid by phone by debit/credit card or at the dance studio with the self-service box by cash or check.

Please call 503-823-3195 to confirm availability.

Register On-Line at www.PortlandParks.org

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High School/Adult (12 yrs & up)

The Portland Parks & Recreation

Youth Ballet Academy Ages 8-17

A unique blend of formal ballet syllabus with city-wide accessibility at an affordable rate, our Youth Ballet Academy offers a fun and challenging learning experience where participants enjoy an enriching journey to the performing arts experience.

This program offers a comprehensive dance education for dancers at all levels. It is a school-year long program culminating with a performance in the Spring. Dancers will learn lasting on stage and backstage lessons.

Students new to ballet will begin with Ballet I. Students with previous ballet experience not at Laurelhurst Studio should enroll in Ballet I for an evaluation and placement during the 1st class. Students indentified to be at a higher level will then register for the appropriate class.

Classes are taught on a professional grade, Marley coveredm wood-sprung floor, in a room with mirrors. Tuition is broken into 9 monthly payments and are due at the first of each month.

Ballet I

ages: 8-17

Fundamentals of ballet technique & imagery encourage joyful participation & a solid foundation for future training. Young dancers will begin by learning the positions of the feet, arms & legs with correct ballet posture. Basic ballet steps & exercises at the barre & center will be reviewd each class. Take pride in gaining improved flexibility, coordination & concentration while learning new movement vocabulary.

Students with previous ballet experience not at Laurelhurst Studio should enroll in the Tuesday, 5:00pm Ballet I to be evaluated & placed at the correct level during the first class. Students new to Ballet should enroll in this class or the Thursday class for the term.

Instructor: Jojo Tuesdays 5:00-6:00pm

Instructor: Rebecca Thursdays 5:30-6:30pm

OR

Fall Term 10/6-12/8 $91 #1036701

Fall Term 10/8-12/17 $91 #1036702

Year Long Options 9/1/15-5/31/16 #1039535

Year Long Options 9/3/15-6/2/16 #1039536

Ballet II

ages: 8-17

Dancers build on strength & steps learned in Ballet I, to learn more challenging steps, complicated exercises & combinations. Emphasis on carriage, alignment & proper technique. Students will learn épaulement, glissade, assemblé, chainé turns, & promenade. Designed to enhance dance vocabulary, musicality & prepare for future training. This class is taken along with a Ballet I class, either on Tuesdays at 5pm or Thursdays at 6pm. This is a school-year program culminating in a Spring performance. Payments are made on the first of each month.

Instructor: Jojo Tuesdays 6:00-7:00pm 9/1/15-5/31/16 $245 #1036703

Ballet III

ages: 8-17

Dancers are introduced to new material such as pirouettes, the waltz step, tombé pas de bourée, tour jeté, & grand jeté. Meets twice a week. This is a school-year program culminating with a Spring performance. Payments are made on the first of each month.

Instructor: Jojo Mondays & Tuesdays 5:00-6:30pm

ages: 10-17

8/31/15-5/31/16

$642

#1036704

Ballet IV

The dancers in Ballet IV are building the strength & vocabulary to be ready for pointe shoes. This class introduces multiple pirouettes, a variety of turns across the floor & such allegro steps as sissons, sauté fouetté, & saut de chat. Meets twice a week. This is a school-year program culminating in a Spring performance. Payments are made on the first of each month.

Instructor: Jojo Mondays & Wednesdays 5:00-6:30pm

ages: 11-17

8/31/15-6/1/16

$753

#1036705

Ballet V

Includes Pointe Class

Dancers enrolled in Ballet V have proven sufficient strength & vocabulary to qualify for the study of point technique. The pointe class meets once a week for 2 hours, with a 1/2 hour barre & center on pointe. This class frequently studies variations including classical solos & ensembles from 19th century ballets, such as “Swan Lake” & “Sleeping Beauty”. Meets three times a week. This is a school-year program culminating with a Spring performance. Payments are made on the first of each month.

Instructor: Jojo Mondays, Wednesdays 6:30-8:00pm; Fridays 5:00-7:00pm

ages: 11-17

Ballet VI

8/31/15-6/3/16

$1,042.50

#1036706

Includes Pointe Class

This advanced/intermediate level is open to all qualified Youth Ballet Academy students and is especially suited (but not limited) to those dancers working on performance choreography & rehearsals on Saturday afternoons. This level meets four times per week.

This is a school-year program culminating with a Spring performance. Payments are made on the first of each month.

Instructor: Jojo Mondays, Wednesdays 6:30-8:00pm; Fridays 5:00-7:00pm; Saturdays 12:30-2:00pm 8/31/15-6/4/16 $1305 #1036707

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Laurelhurst Dance Studio

503.823.3195

... A dynamic dance experience for adults!

Ballet I - It’s Never Too Late To Start

ages: 14 & up Transcend childhood dreams & dance! Improve coordination while developing agility, grace & poise.

A sensitive & caring atmosphere provides gentle toning, stretching & strengthening & injury prevention techniques. Attain goals for long term quality of life.

This is an adult beginning class.

1037090 W 8:00pm-9:15pm Michelle 10/7-12/16 $170 Adult Ballet II - Next Step Medley ages: 14 & up Experience the time-honored traditions & grace of classical dance. Barre & floor work increase balance & improve posture & body alignment. Ideal for continuing dancers & those wanting the cross training benefits of agility & strength. This is an adult beginning-intermediate class. This is a schoolyear program culminating with a Spring performance.

Payments are made on the first of each month.

1037100 M 9:45am-11:15am Michelle 8/31-5/30 $484 1036698 Tu 7:00pm-8:30pm Michelle 9/1-5/31 $508 Adult Ballet III - Intermediate ages: 18 & up Further build skills, grace & strength. Continues work on body alignment, placement & techniques to build dance & performing capabilities. Includes center floor practice & exercises to strengthen feet, legs & back.

Meets twice a week. This is a school-year program culminating in a Spring performance. Payments are made on the first of each month.

1036699 M Tu 5:00pm-6:30pm Jojo 8/31-5/31 $724 Adult Ballet IV - Intermediate/Advanced: 2 class Option ages: 18 & up Refine & celebrate continued dance exploration.

Increasingly complex techniques & combinations affording physical challenge & accomplishment. Gain body strength & performing confidence. Meets twice a week. This is a school-year program culminating in a Spring performance. Payments are made on the first of each month.

1036700 M W 5:00pm-6:30pm Jojo 8/31-6/1 $853.50

Adult Ballet V - Advanced: 3 Class Option ages: 18 & up Expand dance options for personal satisfaction & versatility. Increase the challenge while further building strength & endurance for performance. Complex steps, combinations & an introduction to pointe. Meets three times a week. This is a school-year program culminating with a Spring performance. Payments are made on the first of each month.

1036695 M W F 6:30pm-8:00pm Jojo 8/31-6/3 $1211 Adult Ballet VI - Advanced: 4 Class Option ages: 18 & up Expand technique, stamina & agility with barre & challenging combinations. Classes include center floor work to build strength, balance & the skills necessary for classical pointe repertoire. This class meets four times per week.This is a school-year program culminating with a Spring performance. Payments are made on the first of each month.

1036696 M W F 6:30pm-8:00pm Jojo 8/31-6/4 $1526 Sa 12:30-2:00 Ballet - Intermediate/Advanced: 4 Class Option ages: 12 & up Winter Break Edition! Expand technique, stamina & agility with barre & challenging combinations. Classes include center floor work to build strength, balance & the skills necessary for classical pointe repertoire. This class meets four times per week. Open to all dancers, 12 years and up!

1036697 M Tu F 6:30pm-8:00pm Jojo Sa 12:30pm-2:00pm 1/25-1/30 $40

Search & Register online www.PortlandParks.org

Register On-Line at www.PortlandParks.org

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Portland Parks & Recreation Portland Parks Recreational Dance Company

Registration

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Contact individual centers for information.

Special Needs Within the American with Disability Act (ADA), a person with a disability or special need who desires assistance with registration and/or participation in general PP&R programs can contact Inclusion Services at 503-823-4333 or 711 (TRS). If you request assistance through Inclusion Services, a minimum of 10 business days (Monday-Friday) advance notice is required.

If you need a sign language interpreter or FM loop amplifier, please call 503-823-4333 or 711 (TRS), at least five business days in advance of the activity or class. Information about programs and services is available online for those needing a voice synthesis; visit our website at www.PortlandParks.org.

For additional ADA information, please call 503-823-4333 or 711 (TRS).

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Information Hotline For information on other PP&R services & programs, call the Parks Information Hotline at 503-823-PLAY (7529), Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5pm.

Inclement Weather If the City of Portland public school districts (Portland Public, Parkrose, David Douglas, Reynolds, and Centennial) are closed because of weather conditions, PP&R classes and youth basketball in those school districts are cancelled.

However, some sites may be open for drop-in activities. Call the specific PP&R facility for information and opening/ closing times. If inclement weather is forecast on weekends or holidays, call the PP&R facility or program for operating hours and activity cancellations.

Photo policy Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) reserves the right, and may give permission to the media, to photograph classes, programs, and participants at any of our facilities and properties or any sponsored activity. Please be aware that these photos are for promotional purposes and may be used in future publications and media communications in any format.

If you do not wish to be photographed, please inform staff and we will make reasonable efforts to honor your request.

If you see staff taking pictures, and you do not wish to be photographed, please let us know.

If you see a photo of yourself or a family member that causes you concern, please notify us. As a courtesy, we will make every reasonable effort to dispose of the image, and will not use it in future publications. However, we will not be able to retrieve, destroy or discontinue existing printed publications in which the photograph may have been included.

Register Now – One of Five Ways Online at PortlandParks.org – Click on the “Register Now” top tab. Read the prepared information for our new online registration system, then click the “GO NOW” buttons. Search for classes by age, category, location, keyword, or narrow your search by specific activity or course number.

PHONE – Complete this registration form and call any PP&R site using the phone numbers on the map pages. You may also phone in your registration to the PP&R Customer Service Hotline at 503-823-2525, Monday through Friday, 8:30am-5:15pm. Only Visa or MasterCard accepted with phone-in registration.

MAIL – Mail in your completed registration form to the program center address. Include full payment using your Visa, MasterCard or check payable to the City of Portland. Mail-in registration is also received at the PP&R Customer Service Center, 1120 SW Fifth Ave, Suite 1302, Portland, OR 97204.

FAX – Complete the registration form and fax it to the program center fax number with full payment using your Visa or MasterCard. Faxes are accepted 24 hours a day, seven days a week, but are processed during regular business hours.

IN PERSON – Any PP&R facility is able to process your registration, including the Customer Service Center located on the first floor of the Portland Building at 1120 SW 5th Ave. All Community Centers are open for walk-in registration during business hours.

CHECK ONE:

 New Customer

 Taken class with PP&R before  My account information has changed

Main Contact Name _______________________________________________________________________ Birthdate ___________________________ M_____ F_____ CIRCLE ONE:

African Immigrant White

American Indian/Alaska Native Slavic/Eastern European Immigrant

Black/African American Asian

Hispanic/Latino Multi-Racial

Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Other

Home Address ________________________________________________________________________ City/St/Zip _______________________________________________ Home Phone ( _________)________________________________________________ Work Phone ( _________)_________________________________________________ Cell Phone ( _________)_____________________________________________ Email Address _______________________________________________________________ Emergency Contact Name & Phone Number ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ Portland Parks & Recreation welcomes individuals with disabilities and special needs into programs. Please describe any accommodations needed for successful inclusion: _____________________________________________________________________________________________ PARTICIPANT INFORMATION Name (last, first)

Birthdate

M/F

Class Title

Course #

Class Location

Non-Residents: Please be sure to enter the non-resident (NR) class fee in the Cost column. If an NR fee is not listed in the catalog, please add a 40% surcharge to each class fee.

Start Date

Cost

TOTAL

PAYMENT INFORMATION

 CHECK

Check number_____________________

 CREDIT CARD Account #

(make check payable to the City of Portland)

Information

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- ____

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Cardholder’s Name_____________________________________________________ Please print

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Expires ____________________________________

Signature______________________________________________________________

 VISA  MasterCard

Register On-Line at www.PortlandParks.org

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