CONTEMPORARY
Contemporary Dance encourages self-expression and creative movement through a blend of techniques from ballet, jazz, and lyrical styles. In this class, dancers will cultivate musicality, fluidity, coordination, spatial awareness, and a strong stage presence through improvisation, combinations, and technical drills.
Dancers will learn choreography to perform in the May Showcase. Contemporary classes run September through May and are open for girls ages 7-18 (younger students by invite only). Contact us for your class assignment. Registration closes the first week of October.
2024-2025
SEASON SCHEDULE
Contemporary Classes take place on Wednesdays.
Click the button above for specific times.
- September 18 – December 7
- January 8 – May Showcase (TBA)
There will be a one week break due to rehearsals for the Company production (TBA)
DRESS CODE
- Black cap-sleeved leotard. Front and back should have a scooped neckline with no additional adornment. Dancers can layer t-shirts or tank tops on top, as long as there are no graphics or logos (except for GCDC merchandise).
- Black capris with skirt or shorts to cover the bum, OR an equally modest, loose-fitting pair of sweatpants.
- Any dance shoe is fine for class; however, the dancer will need half soles for the May Showcase.
- Hair is to be pulled back and out of the face in a ponytail, braid, or bun.
MAY SHOWCASE
Contemporary dancers have the opportunity to showcase their skills at a May Showcase. This showcase will take place at a small rented venue (TBD). Along with our Contemporary dancers, this showcase may also feature dancers in our Ballet, Recreational and Acro-dance classes. The showcase is an informal presentation of what the girls have been learning in class. It will be approximately 45 minutes in length. There is a showcase fee of $25/family, which includes 4 tickets. Additional tickets can be purchased for $5/seat until sold out.
TUITION AND FEES
YEARLY REGISTRATION FEE:
There is a family registration fee to participate in all studio classes including Acro-Dance, Ballet, Contemporary and Recreational. This class has a $25 fee due every August or at the time of registration. You pay this fee only once each year and it covers all studio classes taken. If a Company dancer is adding this studio class to their schedule, their Company registration fee covers all additional classes as well. Your spot in a class is not guaranteed until we receive your non-refundable registration fee.
SHOWCASE FEE:
There is a family showcase fee of $25 for dancers to participate in the May Showcase and includes four tickets to the event. Additional tickets can be purchased at $5/seat until sold out.
TUITION:
45 minute classes – $50/month ($45 cash/check)
60 minute classes – $55/ month ($50 cash/check)
LATE FEES:
Tuition is due by the 7th of every month. There is a fee assessed to late tuition:
Paid on day 8-14: $5 late fee
Paid on day 15-21: $10 late fee
Paid on day 22 and beyond: $15 late fee
If you need to delay payment for any reason, please discuss this with us ahead of time.
Tuition can be paid onsite, online, or by mailing your payment. You can also set up an automatic withdrawal from your bank account.