WELCOME
TO ASAP STUDIOS IN 2021
Please find, in this booklet, information
pertaining to ASAP Studios in 2021.
By enrolling yourself (in the case of adult
students) or your child (in the case of students under 18 years of age) in ASAP
Studios classes you (as the adult student, or the child student’s parent or
guardian) acknowledge that you have read, agree to abide by, and (where the
context requires) consent to, all of the terms, conditions, codes and policies
referred to.
MISSION
Our school’s mission is to help students to become more confident,
coordinated, appreciate the importance of exercise, make new friends, and enjoy
every experience. Our school strives to engage in the overall development of an
individual - physically, intellectually and emotionally.
OUR AIM
Is to help students to develop grace, composure and style. It also provides a fun way to exercise and get rid of stress. We, as teachers pride ourselves in being approachable to both students and parents and in helping students of all abilities, including the encouragement of special needs children.
OUR SCHOOL
Encourages and teaches enthusiasts from the age of 2yrs & above. Each year the school puts on a performance for family and friends, giving students a great sense of achievement for all their hard work and effort throughout the year.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO LEARN
Wide variety of dance and movement experiences and a variation of dance styles
Wide variety of performing arts experiences
Awareness of self and others
Discipline
Sense of achievement
Positive self-concept
Good balance and Posture
Increase in general fitness
Increase in strength and flexibility
Understanding of skills
Ability to learn a series of movements
To perform in front of an audience
New Friends and lots of fun
And much more
For further inquiries, please do not hesitate to
contact us on 0425 704 356.
If we are unable to take your call, we will endeavour to get back to you ASAP.
Remember: Let’s keep this the same great,
fun, relaxed school it has always been.
In the Best of Health
Mrs Jacqueline Tsamoudakis
Principal
UNSURE YOU CAN MAKE A YEAR COMMITMENT?
Most programs are designed on a full year’s attendance; however we are happy to
take enrolments at any time if there is a vacancy. Should you need to leave
prior to the end of year performance, please make us aware as soon as possible?
UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS
The ASAP Studios uniform is compulsory and must be worn every
lesson. Uniform items are also required for our end of year concert and
competition students must wear their uniform to & from competition venues.
We have our own Logo Uniform for Purchase.
Shoes must be fitted by a dancewear consultant in store at Energetiks Moorabbin.
N.B. – Please discuss purchases from other suppliers, with Jacqueline, as they often do not stock the correct styles or colours & are often a more expensive option.
DRESS RULES
Please ensure you are ready
for class and safely dressed BEFORE your lesson starts. Below are the
requirements for class to ensure there is no confusion.
NO buttons, buckles, or clips on any clothing
ALL long hair needs to be tied securely. ALL hair is to be neat, out of eyes and off the face at all times (no hard head bands or bobbles)
ASAP uniform jackets may be worn on top of dance gear but MUST be removed following warm up.
Jumpers and jeans are not permitted as it is very important to wear items which are safe and comfortable, keeping in mind that the body heats very quickly. Children not following these rules may be asked to leave the room and miss out on their lesson.
GENERAL RULES
A water bottle is required for each lesson. Please NO juice, cordial or soft drink.
NO chewing gum or food on the dance floor
Go to the toilet before class.
Be on time for class – Arrive a few minutes early to settle and prepare for class.
Please clean up properly after class and ensure you have not left anything behind. Lost property will be kept till the end of term & then sent to charity. To avoid losing items please label all items clearly.
Non-students are to be occupied and kept quiet. Please keep conversations to a whisper as noise carries and disrupts the class’ concentration. Parents are not to sit in on classes as this causes disruption.
(Exceptions will of course be made to new students in trial lessons).
All mobile phones MUST be turned off as you enter and remain off until you leave.
Instructors are not responsible for any loss or damage of personal items which have be brought in to the studio.
Students must not partake in any activity while not being directly supervised by an instructor.
These rules are for your health and safety as well as that of everyone in the class. Please ensure that children also understand what is required before he/she enters the class.
WHY DO WE SEPARATE SOME STYLES?
Styles such as ballet & tap, flex/acro, require a lesson on their own in order for correct technique to be taught.
It is very difficult for students to learn the correct technique required for each style if the styles are all combined, for example, in a 1hr class.
Students often prefer to participate in several classes on a weekly basis.
Students participating in several classes enjoy the social aspect of spending more time with friends and fellow team members.
More classes mean more physical activity/exercise away from today's technology driven world. This is very important as students become older. The physical aspect is proven to enhance concentration when returning to academic studies.
2021 FEE STRUCTURE
At ASAP Studios we aim to keep fees as low as possible to make performing affordable to as many families as possible.
Fees are calculated & then based on the number of weeks in the term.
(N.B. Term 4 includes dress, stage & photo rehearsals)
* subject to class availability and does not include extension programs such as school holiday programs, private lessons & workshops with guest teachers.
ASAP Studios generally does not run classes on public holidays and fees are reduced accordingly.
FAMILY DISCOUNTS:
A family rate applies to brothers and sisters in the same family only. Additional pensioner discounts are not available. Discounts are applicable as follows:
* 10% per term for 2nd member in family
* 15% per term for 3rd member in family
* 20% per term for 4th member in family
MULTIPLE CLASS DISCOUNT:
Group classes start from $10 for 30min with a $1 increase per 5min increment. After 4 hours, classes reduce to 50c per 5min increment.
Fees are paid on a per term basis. You will be provided with an invoice for the term which is payable within 14 days of receipt. Payments can be made via credit card, direct deposit, or cash payments.
As overheads remain the same regardless of
attendance, fees are non-refundable for classes missed, or if your child does
not complete the whole term.
CAP FEE
We offer a capped fee to those students who attend more than 6hrs of weekly
lessons. Beyond 6hrs per week, no further charges will apply for additional
group classes. Once a student reaches this amount, they pay a cap fee & can
attend as many lessons as they choose, excluding private lessons.
PRIVATE LESSONS
Private lessons are a one on one lesson and the following styles can be selected:
Jazz/Song & Dance
Tap/Song & Tap
Ballet
Character
National
Hip Hop/Funk
Contemporary
Singing
Script Reading
Instrumental & more
Private lessons can be used as a means to performing in our end of year concert, within competitions, to improve technique or simply for fun. Student/s may also wish to share a lesson with 1 or 2 others to learn a duo or trio.
PRIVATE PER CLASS
30 MINS = $30
45 MINS = $45
1 HR = $60
HOW TO PAY PRIVATE LESSON:
Casual private lesson payments will only be accepted in the form of cash at the beginning of the private lesson. Should you have a set private lesson time, for example, weekly or fortnightly, the fee will be added to your term invoice.
TERM FEES
Term fee payments can be paid via direct deposit, cash or credit.
1. Direct Deposit:
ACC Name: ASAP Studios
BSB: 013220
ACC # 182064901
Please state invoice number as reference, unless otherwise advised.
OR
2. Place exact cash amount with invoice into envelope and hand in to office.
OR
3. Credit Card via Parent Portal
PLEASE NOTE
· All fees are non-refundable and non-transferable unless extreme circumstances permit.
· Late fees automatically incur a $10 surcharge per student.
· Only if it becomes absolutely necessary, ASAP Studios reserves the right to alter times or cancel class. Any cancelled class will be refunded or rescheduled.
NEED MORE TIME TO PAY?
All fees are due within two weeks of receiving payment advice. If you have difficulty paying by the due dates, please let us know and we can assist in renegotiating the payment dates. We are very flexible until the due date. No reminders are sent out for re-negotiated due date fees, at which point the $10 penalty will apply. Students with outstanding invoices may attend class but will be asked to sit out & watch only, until fees are paid or until alternative arrangements have been agreed upon.
YEARLY REGISTRATION
The yearly Registration of $50 per student is a compulsory payment. It covers the following:
* Insurance Cover.
* Administration Fee.
* Amenities such as tissues, first aid etc.
* This is also a holding fee for your child's place at ASAP Studios and is non-refundable. This fee is required to be paid in full by all students, regardless of their starting date.
TUITION FEES
Tuition fees go toward paying for the following accounts:
Studio Leases & Outgoings, Instructor’s time, Props where required, Purchase of Music/Equipment etc, Music Licensing, EOY certificates, gifts & more
EXTRAS
During term four an extra fee will be required of approx. $20 per student, per rehearsal, for the hire of the stage.
In 2021, a costume invoice will be sent out during term 3. You will have until the end of term 3 to pay this invoice.
Where possible, costumes will be made to order & can be kept by students, however some costumes will be for hire only. A hired costume usually costs $20-$35 per full costume. Made to order costumes are more expensive at approximately $60-$80 per costume.
All attempts will be made to keep these extra fees as low as possible. Students will also be required to purchase their own body stocking & stockings for performances as well as make up & hair accessories.
RECREATIONAL CLASSES:
Recreational classes are a fun, relaxed class which does not compete, however students still learn the techniques required to dance to their full potential.
EXAMS:
All students will learn the SFD exam syllabus in Ballet & Jazz & Tap Techz Syllabus in Tap. When it comes time to participate in exams, each family will have the opportunity to participate in exams if their dancer feels ready. It is not compulsory but we have chosen a syllabus which is student friendly for students who may only be able to attend classes just once a week.
COMPETITION CLASSES:
Competition classes give students the opportunity to extend their skills in a more focused & serious environment, with like-minded students. Several weekly classes are recommended to be attended, in addition to a competition troupe class.
Students falling behind in competition classes may be asked to take on extra private lessons.
Competition classes are open to all students, ages & abilities, however the final routine placings are by invitation only.
Competition Soloists must participate in the class of the same style they wish to compete in, in addition to ballet.
For students who may wish to further develop their skills, but not compete, they have the option to take on additional classes in a higher age level. This must first be discussed with Jacqueline.
AGE GROUPS:
Class age groups must be adhered to unless otherwise agreed to by the Principal. Students may also wish to take on extension classes in higher age levels. This will be determined by the ability of the student and is at the discretion of the teachers only.
BOYS:
Boys are welcome to join either the boy's only classes or they may wish to enter a class with the girls. We often find that the boys will excel more quickly within a mixed class. Boys enrolled in a mixed class are catered for in a masculine form.
CLASS NUMBERS:
As a guide, class numbers are kept to an average of no more than 15 students per class. Should higher numbers occur, it will be done only in the event of a class with good dynamics, where students are able to work well together, without the quantity affecting the quality of each class.
STYLES EXPLAINED
ACRO
Acrobatics helps you acquire agility, balance and motor coordination by
incorporating flips, jumps and rolls. Learn new moves which you can add to your
repertoire of performing arts skills.
BALLET
Ballet is a formal style of dance. It is excellent for improving agility, coordination, flexibility, grace and strength. Ballet teachers use a 'barre' (bar) for support during ballet exercise. These exercises consist of repetitive moves in a variety of set positions.
CONTEMPORARY
Contemporary is among the most distinctive dance styles often described as
earthy. An artistic combination of ballet techniques and naturalistic
movements, contemporary dance style includes a lot of floor work and turn in of
the legs.
JAZZ
Jazz is a combination of dance styles that come from the musical theatre arts.
Also known as modern dance or jazz ballet, it is often used in musical theatre,
commercials and music video clips. Jazz takes some technique from Classical
Ballet.
A typical jazz class consists of stretching and isolating different body parts. Then the class starts learning separate moves like turns, jumps, leaps and pirouettes. A short, step-by-step routine is taught accompanied by music.
TAP
Tap is a style of dance distinguished by percussive footwork that marks out precise rhythmic patterns on the floor. Tap Dancing was developed in the United States, but owes much of its development to dance styles that include Irish solo step dance, the English clog dance, Spanish Flamenco and African dance movements.
SINGING/MUSICAL THEATRE
Private lessons are available for those wanting to learn to sing in half hour lessons providing one-on-one tuition. Our Group classes consist of singing, movement, & improvisation. It is a great class for building confidence in a group environment.
ASAP ATHS
ASAP ATHS consists of fun, energetic activities for children. It focuses on jumping, running, balancing, coordination & more. Think little aths but indoors. A great way for kids to keep fit & have fun.
HIP HOP / FUNK
Hip Hop choreography makes use of the same components and techniques found in other forms of Urban Dance. These include Popping, Locking and Breaking. Meanwhile, martial arts dance styles like Capoeira are also looked to for inspiration.
Funk dancing is like the dance styles performed in the latest music videos. These classes are so much fun and patterned after the latest music trends. Funk is a great workout because you won’t even realise that you are exercising. It’s a great beginning for new dancers, especially for those who have never taken a dance class before.
LYRICAL
Lyrical dance is a style of dance created from the fusion
of ballet with jazz and contemporary dance
techniques and is a "cousin" to those styles. Lyrical dancing is
performed to music with lyrics to inspire movements to express strong emotions
the choreographer feels from the lyrics in the chosen song.
INDUSTRY 101
Industry 101 is for our more senior dancers aged 12+ Yrs. Students learn the way the industry works, from auditions to how to cope on stage, in front of a camera, etc. Students can ask questions & have group discussions surrounding industry experiences. This is a great class for building confidence in the pre professional dancer.
HEELS
Learn the skills of dancing in heels, from basic walks to sassy & Broadway styles.
PUBLIC HOLIDAYS 2021
Monday March 8th
Friday 2nd April
Monday 14th June
Friday 24th September
Tuesday 32nd November