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Classes Class sizes are small - there are usually about 20 in each level. There are about 1 1/2 hours of pointe on most days and also rehearsals where you might be required to wear your pointe shoes. Not all students will be on pointe yet. Bring as many pointe shoes as you normally need - when in doubt, ask your teacher for her opinion. You will need to bring a Pilates mat - they are similar to yoga or exercise mats. Most sporting goods stores, Target, Wal Marts will carry them - even a heavy beach towel will work. Classroom Attire Solid black leotards, any style, except halter, for technique classes (3-6). White tank leotard and a short white skirt (10”-12”) for performance. Colored leotards (optional) for pointe and variation classes (3-6). Chiffon skirts (optional) for pointe and variation classes (1-2) Pink tights (3-6) Pink ballet shoes to last 4 weeks* Pink pointe shoes, with ribbons, to last 4 weeks* Unitards for modern (3-6). Please bring a full panty body liner, preferably with clear straps, that can be worn under performance attire. Bras (if needed). Form fitting body and leg warmers. Exercise mat and a theraband (for pilates). Hair must be securely fastened. No jewelry, except stud earrings. Shirts, pants or shorts must be worn over dance attire when not in the studios. *The climate can be hard on shoe wear especially pointe shoes.

Example Schedule Monday - Friday 7:00am - 8:00am breakfast 8:30am - 12:00pm stretch followed by technique classes 12:00noon - 1:00pm lunch 1:00pm - 5:30pm pointe, variations, repertory/dance studies, modern, pilates 5:30pm - 6:30pm dinner 6:30pm - 8:30pm classes, rehearsal, choreography party 9:30pm curfew for 11-14 years 10:00pm curfew for 15-17 years Saturday 7:00am - 8:00am breakfast 8:30am - 1:00pm stretch followed by technique classes Afternoon free time for optional activities 10:00pm curfew for 11-14 years 10:30pm curfew for 15-17 years Sunday brunch and barbeque Free time for optional activities 9:30pm curfew for 11-14 years 10:00pm curfew for 15-17 years subject to changes General Dress One nice outfit (dress, sweater and skirt or slacks, not fancy), shorts, jeans, T-shirts, sweatshirts, underwear, pajamas, sport socks, a pair of good walking shoes (hiking boots) as not all the roads are paved, dress shoes, comfortable shoes, bathing suit and towel, warm jacket, and rainwear. No flip-flops in the ski valley. Please bring something “red, white & blue” to wear on July 4th as we participate in the 4th of July Parade.