Class Information
A variety of dance technique is offered for ages 3 years thru adult. Levels range from beginner thru advanced. Classes are offered weekly from September thru June, concluding with a "recital" in June.
Classes offered:
Pre School:
Children ages 3 - 5 years. This class consist of rhythm and coordination work, with a beginning foundation of ballet technique taught. Basic tumbling is included. This is a 40 minute class. This student must be potty friendly!
Kindergarten Ballet/Tap:
A continuation of the pre school class, but having acquired more coordination from learning basic movements, and a good ballet foundation started, beginning tap is added. Tumbling is included. This class is 50 minutes long.
Ballet/Tap, Ballet/Jazz, Jazz/Tap:
Classes range in ability from beginner to advanced. Students are placed in these classes according to their ability and their previous dance background. Remember everyone is different in their abilities and students are placed where the Director feels they will progress and learn best. Jazz is not recommended for students under the age of 8. Tumbling is included in most classes until the age of 10. This class ranges in length from 45 - 50 minutes.
Ballet/Jazz/Tap:
A combination of all three forms of dance. Jazz is usually added to Ballet/Tap after the student has formed a firm foundation of ballet technique and increased their coordination and motor skills with the onset of tap technique. This class is 1 hour and 10 minutes in length.
Pointe:
A continuation of ballet technique with added strengthening on pointe. All students must be 11 - 12 years of age. All students are closely supervised for proper body build, placement, and strength. Students must have directors permission to advance to this class.
Lyrical:
A combination of ballet and jazz technique. Movements interpret the words and feelings of the music. A strong ballet background is required. Students must have the directors permission to enroll in this class and be at least 12 years of age. This class is 45 minutes in length.
Sawyer Dance Academy 2023 - 2024 Season. Classes begin September 11, 2023.
Class Payment Policy: Lesson Payments are due in 3 installments.
Classes run in 3 continuous sessions beginning in September and ending in June with our annual recital.
There is a $25.00 per family registration fee
1st Installment due: September 11, 2023
2nd Installment due: November 16, 2023
3rd Installment due: March 7, 2024
Installment Fee per class:
Pre-school, lyrical, and 2 technique classes: $100.00
3 technique classes: $120.00
Family Plan: 3 or more students, 3rd student’s fee is ½ price.
Pay for all 3 Installments get $5.00 per installment discount.
Payment notices are emailed 2 weeks prior to the due date. Payments received after the due date will be subject to a $15.00 late fee. If your child is sick or absent the week payment is due the Sawyer Dance Academy operating hours are posted in the waiting area and payment should be dropped off during those times. NO EXCEPTIONS. Checks should be made payable to: Sawyer Dance Academy. All NSF checks will be subject to a $36.00 fee.
For additional information regarding schedule of classes and openings call: 269-266-2119
NOW taking registration for our Fall 2023 season!
Classes offered:
Pre School:
Children ages 3 - 5 years. This class consist of rhythm and coordination work, with a beginning foundation of ballet technique taught. Basic tumbling is included. This is a 40 minute class. This student must be potty friendly!
Kindergarten Ballet/Tap:
A continuation of the pre school class, but having acquired more coordination from learning basic movements, and a good ballet foundation started, beginning tap is added. Tumbling is included. This class is 50 minutes long.
Ballet/Tap, Ballet/Jazz, Jazz/Tap:
Classes range in ability from beginner to advanced. Students are placed in these classes according to their ability and their previous dance background. Remember everyone is different in their abilities and students are placed where the Director feels they will progress and learn best. Jazz is not recommended for students under the age of 8. Tumbling is included in most classes until the age of 10. This class ranges in length from 45 - 50 minutes.
Ballet/Jazz/Tap:
A combination of all three forms of dance. Jazz is usually added to Ballet/Tap after the student has formed a firm foundation of ballet technique and increased their coordination and motor skills with the onset of tap technique. This class is 1 hour and 10 minutes in length.
Pointe:
A continuation of ballet technique with added strengthening on pointe. All students must be 11 - 12 years of age. All students are closely supervised for proper body build, placement, and strength. Students must have directors permission to advance to this class.
Lyrical:
A combination of ballet and jazz technique. Movements interpret the words and feelings of the music. A strong ballet background is required. Students must have the directors permission to enroll in this class and be at least 12 years of age. This class is 45 minutes in length.
Sawyer Dance Academy 2023 - 2024 Season. Classes begin September 11, 2023.
Class Payment Policy: Lesson Payments are due in 3 installments.
Classes run in 3 continuous sessions beginning in September and ending in June with our annual recital.
There is a $25.00 per family registration fee
1st Installment due: September 11, 2023
2nd Installment due: November 16, 2023
3rd Installment due: March 7, 2024
Installment Fee per class:
Pre-school, lyrical, and 2 technique classes: $100.00
3 technique classes: $120.00
Family Plan: 3 or more students, 3rd student’s fee is ½ price.
Pay for all 3 Installments get $5.00 per installment discount.
Payment notices are emailed 2 weeks prior to the due date. Payments received after the due date will be subject to a $15.00 late fee. If your child is sick or absent the week payment is due the Sawyer Dance Academy operating hours are posted in the waiting area and payment should be dropped off during those times. NO EXCEPTIONS. Checks should be made payable to: Sawyer Dance Academy. All NSF checks will be subject to a $36.00 fee.
For additional information regarding schedule of classes and openings call: 269-266-2119
NOW taking registration for our Fall 2023 season!
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