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Information and Policies

Which classes will be available?
Classes will be adjusted based on the sign-up sheet. However, we propose this basic schedule:

MONDAYS

3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Grades 3-4 Ballet
4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Middle School Jazz and Modern

WEDNESDAYS

3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Grades 1-2 Ballet, Modern and Jazz
4:30 - 6:00 p.m. Middle School Ballet
6:15 - 7:45 p.m. Upper School Ballet 
7:45 - 8:15 p.m. Upper School Individual Coaching

Where will the classes meet?
Classes will meet in the West Campus Dance Studio. A dressing room is available for girls at the studio. Boys can use the closest rest room.
 
Is there an online registration?
Yes. Register here. Payment is handled separately.
 
How much will classes cost?
Student accounts will be billed for classes. No multiple class discounts.

WINTER
Grades 3 and 4 Ballet $150
MS Modern and Jazz Dance $150
Grades 1 and 2 Ballet $165
MS Intermediate - Advanced Ballet $ 220
US Ballet $220

SPRING
Grades 3 and 4 Ballet $165
MS Beginner Ballet $ 220
Grades 1 and 2 Ballet $165
MS Advanced Ballet $ 220
US Ballet $220

What is the semester schedule?
FALL: September 5-November 12  •  WINTER*: November 14-February 27  •  SPRING: March 5-May 23
 
*Snow Policy: If class is canceled due to weather, we will attempt one make-up class near the end of the semester. We will not try to make up more than one day.

What is the absence policy?
There are no make-up classes and no refunds for missed classes.
 
What is the Dress Code?
Ballet and Combo Classes:
Girls (required) - Black Leotard, Pink Tights, Pink Ballet Slippers | For Upper School: Pointe Shoes
Girls (optional) - Ballet Skirts, Leg Warmers
 
Jazz and Modern Classes:
Girls (required) - Black Leotard, Black or Pink Transitional Tights
Girls (optional) - Jazz Pants
Boys - All Classes (required) - Black Dance Pants, White Shirt, Black Jazz Shoes or Black Ballet Slippers 
 
No baggy clothing allowed
Girls must secure hair in a bun or ponytail
 
Is transportation available from East Campus after school?
One way transportation from East Campus to West Campus is available for participants of the After Care Program.

Is supervision available on West Campus for Middle School Students after school?
Middle Schoolers are not allowed to arrive early and be in the commons, library, gym, or anywhere in the Upper School without supervision. There is no study hall or other supervision for MS students. We ask that students not be dropped off early or picked up late. Students may arrive 15 minutes early to change in the dressing room for class.

Will there be a performance?
There will be an in-class recital at the end of the semester for each class.
 
The Dance Academy and the Nutcracker
Students enrolled in the Flint Hill Dance Academy—Grades 3-8—may audition for the FHS Nutcracker on September 15, 10:00-11:00 a.m., in the dance studio. Additional afternoon rehearsals are necessary. There is no additional cost. The Nutcracker will be performed on November 16 and 17 at 7:00 p.m.
 
Nutcracker Rehearsals—Students will audition for The Nutcracker within the first two weeks of school.
  • Mondays: 3:30-4:30 p.m. Upper School •  4:30 - 5:30 p.m. MS Advanced Level
  • Wednesdays: 3:30-4:30 p.m. Upper School • 4:30-5:30 p.m. Grades 3, 4, and Middle School  
Questions?
If you have questions about this program, please e-mail the Director of Fine Arts, Dr. Tim Mitchell.
 
About the Teacher

Helen Hansen French
Helen received her BFA from The Juilliard School in 2001. Upon graduating she was invited to join Buglisi Dance Theatre, where she is currently a principal dancer and rehearsal assistant. Tobi Tobias of the NYC Village Voice hailed her as “altogether luminous,” and Nancy Wozney of ArtsHouston says her “generous and radiant performance stands out.” In addition to BDT’s annual New York City seasons, she has performed at the Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival; Chautauqua Dance Festival, Vail International Dance Festival; Rishon LeZion International Festival in Israel; and the Oriente Occidente Festival in Rovereto, Italy. Mrs. Hansen French has been instrumental in staging BDT’s works at Marymount Manhattan College, The Alvin/Ailey Fordham B.F.A. program, George Mason University, University of California at Long Beach, and Richmond University.

Helen has also performed with Karen Reedy Dance, Nilas Martins’ Dance Company, been in residency at White Oak Dance working with choreographer Adam Hougland, and performed in the Guggenheim’s Works/Process program with choreographers Brian Reeder and Pam Tanowitz. She has presented a solo show at Studio@620 that featured the re-created works of Ruth St. Denis, Doris Humphrey, and Jacqulyn Buglisi.
 
Mrs. Hansen French’s choreography has been shown at The Peter Jay Sharp Theater, Clark Studio Theater, Kaatsbaan, Studio@620, and St. Petersburg College.
 
As an artist who is committed to educating future artists as well as the community in which she lives, Mrs. Hansen French developed an Educational & Performance Residency between Buglisi Dance Theatre and St. Petersburg, Fl. This week-long residency offers elementary school children the opportunity to participate in classes taught by BDT dancers and perform with BDT in a professional theater for an audience of their peers. In addition BDT also offers an evening performance for the community.
 
Mrs. Hansen French has been a member of the dance faculty at the Neighborhood Playhouse in NYC teaching Graham-based modern technique, The Juilliard School teaching Alexander Technique, and St. Petersburg College teaching ballet and modern dance. Currently, Mrs. Hansen French is a faculty member at George Mason University.