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timetable Term Three
course level day start date weeks time tutor class code cost studio

adult dance, circus and fitness classes

 
Audition preparation - Dance Adult/teen open Tue 17 Aug 5 wks 7.00 - 9.00pm Gaby Thomas 13APD $139 3
 
Ballet - Adults Entry level Tue 20 Jul 10 wks 7.35 - 8.50pm Caroline Gray 13BD1 $155 1
  Experienced Thu 22 Jul 10 wks 7.00 - 8.30pm Sharon Vandermerwe 13BD2 $169 1
 
Circus Arts - Adults Entry level Mon 19 Jul 10 wks 6.15 - 7.45pm Carlene Newall & Eve Gordon 13AC1 $209 2
  Open Mon 19 Jul 10 wks 7.15 - 8.45pm Carlene Newall & Eve Gordon 13AC2 $209 2
  Open Tue 20 Jul 10 wks 6.15 - 7.30pm Eve Gordon & Mitchell Pitch 13AC3 $189 2
 
Classical Ballet (repertoire) Open Fri 23 Jul 10 wks 5.30 - 6.45pm Sharon Vandermerwe 13BD3 $149 1
 
Contemporary Dance - Adults Entry level Tue 20 Jul 10 wks 7.35 - 9.05pm Megan Adams 13CD1 $169 2
  Int/Exp Wed 21 Jul 10 wks 7.15 - 8.45pm Gaby Thomas 13CD2 $169 1
 
Hawaiian Hula  NEW THIS TERM!!
Open Sat 24 Jul 10 wks 9.00 - 10.15am Aruna Po-Ching 13HUL $119 3
 
Hip Hop - Adult Open Wed 21 Jul 10 wks 6.15 - 7.15pm Joel Gallarde 13AHH $149 1
 
Hip Hop Fitness  Formerly called 'Burnboogie'.
Adult open Mon 19 Jul 10 wks 7.30 - 8.30pm Joel Gallarde 13HHF $119 1
 
Jazz/Theatre Dance - Adult Experienced Tue 20 Jul 10 wks 6.15 - 7.30pm Maylene Baker 13TD $155 1
 
Pilates Experienced Wed 21 Jul 10 wks 6.15 - 7.15pm Jane Evans 13PT2 $149 3
  entry level Wed 21 Jul 10 wks 7.15 - 8.15pm Jane Evans 13PT1 $149 3
 
Tap Entry level Thu 22 Jul 10 wks 7.00 - 8.00pm Ascia Maybury 13TAP1 $139 4
  Int/Exp Thu 22 Jul 10 wks 8.00 - 9.00pm Ascia Maybury 13TAP2 $139 4
 
Yoga Adult/teen open Tue 20 Jul 10 wks 4.00 - 5.00pm Felicity Molloy 13YO1 $119 4
  Open Wed 21 Jul 10 wks 7.15 - 8.15am Felicity Molloy 13YO2 $119 3
 
Zumba Open Wed 21 Jul 10 wks 7.30 - 8.30pm Lauren Mann 13Z $119 2

teen dance, circus and fitness classes

 
Audition preparation - Dance Teen/adult open Tue 17 Aug 5 wks 7.00 - 9.00pm Gaby Thomas 13APD $139 3
 
Ballet - Teenage  Classes performing in the TAPAC Theatre at the end of term 3 are marked thus *. A $25 production fee to cover coast of theatre, production crew and costumes is included in course fee.
*Entry level 12 yrs + Mon 19 Jul 10 wks 4.00 - 5.00pm Charene Griggs & Felicity Molloy 13TB1 164 1
  *Experienced 14 yrs+ Mon 19 Jul 10 wks 5.00 - 6.15pm Charene Griggs & Felicity Molloy 13TB2 $184 1
 
Boogie Misfits (west crew)  Entry into Boogie Misfits is by audition. Next auditions Feb 2011.
*13 yrs+ Mon 19 Jul 10 wks 6.30 - 7.30pm Joel Gallarde 13BM $174 1
 
Circus - Teenage Intermediate 10 yrs + Mon 19 Jul 10 wks 5.00 - 6.15pm Carlene Newall & Eve Gordon 13CC1 $179 2
  Beg/Int 12 yrs+ Tue 20 Jul 10 wks 5.00 - 6.15pm Eve Gordon & Mitchell Pitch 13CC3 $179 2
 
Contemporary Dance - Teenage  Classes performing in the TAPAC Theatre at the end of term 3 are marked thus *. A $25 production fee to cover coast of theatre, production crew and costumes is included in course fee.
*Advanced 15 yrs + Wed 21 Jul 10 wks 5.00 - 6.15pm Gaby Thomas 13TCD3 $179 2
  *Open 12 yrs + Thu 22 Jul 10 wks 6.00 - 7.00pm Lucy Miles 13TCD2 $164 2
 
Hip Hop - Teenage *Open 13 yrs + Wed 21 Jul 10 wks 5.15 - 6.15pm Joel Gallarde 13THH $174 1
 
Jazz/Theatre Dance - Teens *Int/Exp 12 yrs + Tue 20 Jul 10 wks 5.30 - 6.15pm Maylene Baker 13TTD $154 1
 
Pointy Dog Dance Company  Entry into Pointy Dog Dance co is by audition. Next auditions will be in Feb 2011.
*13 yrs+ Wed 21 Jul 10 wks 6.15 - 7.15pm Gaby Thomas 13PD $174 2
 
Yoga Teen/adult open Tue 20 Jul 10 wks 4.00 - 5.00pm Felicity Molloy 13YO1 $119 4

child dance, circus and fitness classes

 
Ballet - Children  Classes performing in the TAPAC Theatre at the end of term 3 are marked thus *. A $25 production fee to cover coast of theatre, production crew and costumes is included in course fee.
*L5 (9yrs +) Thu 22 Jul 10 wks 4.30 - 5.30pm Kylie Harris 13CB5 $164 1
  *L6 (10yrs+) Thu 22 Jul 10 wks 5.30 - 6.45pm Kylie Harris 13CB6 $174 1
  *L1 (5yrs) Sat 24 Jul 10 wks 9.30 - 10.15am Kylie Harris 13CB1 $144 1
  *L2 (6yrs) Sat 24 Jul 10 wks 10.30 - 11.15am Kylie Harris 13CB2 $144 1
  *L3 (7yrs) Sat 24 Jul 10 wks 11.15 - 12.15pm Kylie Harris 13CB3 $159 1
  *L4 (8yrs) Sat 24 Jul 10 wks 12.15 - 1.15pm Kylie Harris 13CB4 $159 1
 
Boys Hip Hop  Classes performing in the TAPAC Theatre at the end of term 3 are marked thus *. A $25 production fee to cover coast of theatre, production crew and costumes is included in course fee.
*8 - 11 yrs Wed 21 Jul 10 wks 4.30 - 5.15pm Joel Gallarde 13HH3 $144 1
 
Circus Intermediate 10 yrs + Mon 19 Jul 10 wks 5.00 - 6.15pm Carlene Newall & Eve Gordon 13CC1 $179 2
  Entry level 7 yrs + Tue 20 Jul 10 wks 4.00 - 5.00pm Eve Gordon & Mitchell Pitch 13CC2 $145 2
  Intermediate 8 yrs + Tue 20 Jul 10 wks 5.00 - 6.15pm Eve Gordon & Mitchell Pitch 13CC3 $179 2
  Entry level 8 yrs + Fri 23 Jul 10 wks 4.00 - 5.15pm Carlene Newall & Eve Gordon 13CC4 $179 2
   Classes performing in the TAPAC Theatre at the end of term 3 are marked thus *. A $25 production fee to cover coast of theatre, production crew and costumes is included in course fee.
*Advanced (by invite) 8 yrs + Fri 23 Jul 10 wks 5.15 - 6.45pm Carlene Newall & Eve Gordon 13CC5 $214 2
 
Contemporary Dance - Children  Classes performing in the TAPAC Theatre at the end of term 3 are marked thus *. A $25 production fee to cover coast of theatre, production crew and costumes is included in course fee.
*10 - 11 yrs Thu 22 Jul 10 wks 5.00 - 6.00pm Lucy Miles 13CCD4 $164 2
  5 yrs Sat 24 Jul 10 wks 9.35 - 10.20am Clare Battersby 13CCD1 $119 2
  6 - 7 yrs Sat 24 Jul 10 wks 10.25 - 11.25am Clare Battersby 13CCD2 $135 2
 
Creative Dance & Drama - Children 8 - 9 yrs Sat 24 Jul 10 wks 11.45 - 12.45pm Janine Burchett 13CCD3 $135 2
 
Hip Hop - Children  Classes performing in the TAPAC Theatre at the end of term 3 are marked thus *. A $25 production fee to cover coast of theatre, production crew and costumes is included in course fee.
*8 - 9 yrs Tue 20 Jul 10 wks 3.45 - 4.30pm Grace Crawford 13HH1 $144 1
  *10 - 11 yrs Tue 20 Jul 10 wks 4.30 - 5.30pm Grace Crawford 13HH2 $164 1
 
Introduction to dance Ballet, 4 yrs Sat 24 Jul 10 wks 8.45 - 9.30am Kylie Harris 13CID2 $119 1
  Contemporary, 4 yrs Sat 24 Jul 10 wks 8.45 - 9.30am Clare Battersby 13CID1 $119 2

School Holiday Programmes dance, circus and fitness classes

 
Circus Holiday Workshop  5 day School Holiday workshop from 12 to 16 July. ENROLLING NOW!!
8 - 15 yr olds 12 Jul 1 week 9.00 - 3.00pm C. Newall/P. Klassen/M. Pitch/E. Gordon 1JuCW2 $220 2
   5 day school holiday Circus Workshop from 5 - 9 July. THIS WORKSHOP IS NOW FULL - places still available in week 2 Circus workshop.
8 - 15 yrs 05 Jul 1 week 9.00 - 3.00pm C. Newall/P. Klassen/M. Pitch/E. Gordon 1JuCW1 $220 2

Please keep a record of your start date, time, and studio allocation from this timetable.
Please wear appropriate loose/casual clothing to all classes.

 

Have you decided you want a career in Dance and plan to audition for a dance school this year? Or maybe you have your sights set on being a performer in a company or independent production. Either way, this four week intensive offers performers an opportunity to get ready for auditions with the relevant skills and techniques you will need. Course covers solos preparation, learning other choreographers movement, fitness and readiness, building a relevant resume and how to conduct yourself in an audition to inspire the director/audition panel.
Two levels of ballet cater for beginners to experienced dancers. Classes focus on developing excellent technique and are also suitable for those seeking a ballet class as a recreational opportunity for fun and fitness.
This is a challenging physical course that focuses on the techniques used by circus performers on the ground and in the air. Through physical warm-ups, acrobatics and tumbling you will develop your motor skills, strength, flexibility and endurance. You will experience the thrill of practising new skills on a suspended circus rig including static trapeze (single and double trapeze that do not swing), lyra (hanging hoop) and aerial silks (hanging stretch fabric).
In this Ballet repertoire class, come and learn the steps from the famous big ballets - variations from Sleeping Beauty, Don Quixote and Cinderella are planned for 2010. Dance in soft ballet shoes (not pointe shoes) in a supportive and nurturing class, to gorgeous music that will make you feel beautiful!
Our contemporary dance programme is influenced by up-to-date international developments and the many contemporary dance techniques that evolved throughout last century.
Our tutors bring their own personal movement vocabulary and choreography to the technique. Through floor work, exercises and combinations that are built on each week, you can explore your own movement style and creativity and enjoy the exhilaration that comes from dancing through space with ease and confidence.
Halau Ka Waikahe Lani Malie (The Calm Heavenly Waters).
Come join this exciting new class and learn the Hawaiian hula! Learn through the hula - auana (modern) and kahiko (ancient), the history, chants, songs and language of this beautiful culture. E Komo Mai! Welcome!
Hip Hop class is where it's at. The latest styles of Hip Hop are always changing, taking ideas and styles from break-dancing, street flavoured dance and the phatest dance combinations from music videos. Along with co-ordination, style and fitness, it will also teach you how to feel the Hip Hop beat.
A fresh and funky dance workout has hit the scene. A combination of simple street dance moves to your favorite HipHop / Urban beats giving you an energetic, fun and fast-paced cardio workout. It’s great for getting fit while learning groove and coordination. So burn those calories and boogie to the beat. www.pasnz.co.nz
Maylene’s classes begin with a warm-up utilizing stretch and technique to prepare the student for stylistic and exciting combinations. Maylene has been highly influenced by the Broadway stage, movie musicals, and loves the diversity of jazz and the many styles it offers. The class is conducted in a positive atmosphere where learning and fun go hand in hand. If you like to work hard, like to try new combinations and be challenged weekly, then this dance class is for you.
Pilates is a mind-body exercise method that works and balances the body from its centre, through a series of flowing exercises that can dramatically improve strength, flexibility, posture and co-ordination.
Level 1 is for those new to Pilates or who wish to benefit from this technique during recovery from injury or to break postural habits that may be limiting.
Level 2 focuses on building strength and encourages you to find ways to apply the principles to your normal daily activity. It may also enhance other exercise regimes such as dance or sport.
Whilst learning basic tap steps, On Tap - urban body language for modern kids - teaches children about rhythm, space, sound and movement. They will learn how to use their own body as an instrument for self expression. With hip hop and contemporary dance influences this class promises to be fun, energetic and unique. Suitable for those new to tap who want to take a modern approach to this traditional technique.
Yoga sequences and approaches have been developed to bring a different range of awareness to the moving, expressive bodies of performing artists. PASNZ classes offer a unique open approach to performing by bringing this ancient art /science to the forefront for increased focus, pace, alignment and awareness.
Working out can be lots of things, but it’s never been so much fun…… until Zumba! Zumba is a fusion of latin musical rhythms and moves, that combine to create a dynamic physical workout which is accessible and easy to do. Join the Zumba fitness-party now and you’ll get to love working out.
Have you decided you want a career in Dance and plan to audition for a dance school this year? Or maybe you have your sights set on being a performer in a company or independent production. Either way, this four week intensive offers performers an opportunity to get ready for auditions with the relevant skills and techniques you will need. Course covers solos preparation, learning other choreographers movement, fitness and readiness, building a relevant resume and how to conduct yourself in an audition to inspire the director/audition panel.
Our experienced and creative ballet teachers deliver a structured syllabus that builds each child’s capacity for achieving technical dance skills. We do this within a positive learning environment that nurtures self-esteem physical capability. The PASNZ philosophy is about growing a love of dance and an appreciation of the technique, musicality and qualities of classical ballet. There are no exams. Children progress to higher levels at the completion of each year of study.
TRiPLe8FuNk Dance Company, one of the most established Street /HipHop Dance Crews in NZ, is looking for some of the most talented teens aged 14-17 yrs to be involved in a HipHop dance crew. This is a great opportunity to learn more advanced skills such as choreography, technique and qualities like teamwork and leadership. The aim is to get teens involved in the dance community scene with activities such as performances and competitions. This is an amazing experience so don't miss out on another audition opportunity at 6.30pm on Monday 20 July in TAPAC Studio 1.
This is a challenging physical course that focuses on the techniques used by circus performers on the ground and in the air. Through physical warm-ups, acrobatics and tumbling you will develop your motor skills, strength, flexibility and endurance. You will experience the thrill of practicing new skills on a suspended circus rig including static trapeze (single and double trapeze that do not swing), lyra (hanging hoop) and aerial silks (hanging stretch fabric).
Everyone needs an avenue to express their creative ideas. Contemporary Dance gives teens a perfect outlet to physically explore space, time and musicality, as well as their own individual movement style. It challenges and nurtures each dancerís potential for choreographic flair while developing a dancerís vocabulary of movement and consolidating excellent dance technique so essential to all dance forms. Those 14 years and older are also eligible to audition for Pointy Dog Dance Company.
Take time out to groove, jam and bust a move in our hiphop classes at TAPAC. These classes are for people who like a workout and a challenge. We dance to the latest beats off the street, gaining co-ordination, rhythm and a sense of self-confidence through the pure enjoyment of dance. Two levels cater for beginners and those with experience.
This class focuses on technique, performance skills and musicality for people with a jazz dance background. New choreography taught each week familiarises students with diverse styles, promotes self-confidence and develops skills in an encouraging environment. Warm-ups use a technical jazz and ballet format, layered with style. Combinations include repertory from shows plus original choreography. Maylene’s teen class is a high-energy class focusing on stretching, placement, moving, terminology and how to "pick up" quickly. Maylene teaches the importance of having discipline and classroom etiquette. Students are encouraged to have fun by developing their personality and attitude. Students are expected to have a basic knowledge of dance and a willingness to learn.
Pointy Dog was established to give young people the chance to work with professional dancers/choreographers to train in, choreograph and perform contemporary dance. The company dancers attend both contemporary and ballet technique. Dancers 14 years and older are warmly invited to attend the audition at 5.00 – 7.15pm on Wednesday 4 February 2009.
Yoga sequences and approaches have been developed to bring a different range of awareness to the moving, expressive bodies of performing artists. PASNZ classes offer a unique open approach to performing by bringing this ancient art /science to the forefront for increased focus, pace, alignment and awareness.
Our experienced and creative ballet teachers deliver a structured syllabus that builds each child’s capacity for achieving technical dance skills. We do this within a positive learning environment that nurtures self-esteem physical capability. The PASNZ philosophy is about growing a love of dance and an appreciation of the technique, musicality and qualities of classical ballet. There are no exams. Children progress to higher levels at the completion of each year of study.
Hip hop dance is the movement style of hip hop culture - the funky street dance seen in music videos by the latest hip hop musicians. Children learn co-ordination, timing, body and spatial awareness as they explore the concepts of shape, space, time and musicality. Different aspects of hip hop dance are explored such as popping, locking, and krumping, within the structures of new school and old school.
This is a challenging physical course that explores the circus arts. The tutors have incorporated the best elements of their work in New York, to offer NZís this exciting opportunity. Through an introduction to static trapeze and adagio aerial skills, students will experience the teamwork and camaraderie of circus training, experiencing challenge, discipline and the rewards of self belief. Teenagers: Our newest programme is a challenging physical course that explores the circus arts. The tutors have incorporated the best elements of their work in New York, to offer New Zealanders this exciting opportunity. Through an introduction to static trapeze and adagio aerial skills, students will experience the teamwork and camaraderie of circus training, experiencing challenge, discipline and the rewards of self belief.
Contemporary is an accessible dance form well suited to the physicality and natural creativity of youth. Through movement and creative tasks students explore the elements of body and spatial awareness, time and dynamic as well as their own individual movement style and ideas. They also develop their dance technique – posture, alignment and co-ordination – in a fun and nurturing environment.
This is a wonderful class for 8 – 9 year olds combining both dance and drama. Through creative games, improvisation, voice and movement, this class offers a fun and secure environment in which children are encouraged to explore and develop their creativity. This will make an excellent follow on class for students who have been doing our children’s contemporary dance or creative drama classes.
Hip hop class is where it's at! Our tutors constantly develop new choreography with inspiration from break-dancing, street dance and the phattest dance combinations from music videos. As well as developing co-ordination, style and fitness, you will learn about the various aspects of hip hop dance such as popping, locking, and krumping, within the structures of new school and old school.
Four year olds explore creative movement and learn about the potential of their bodies through the exploration of space, shape, time, energy and musicality. Choose between a ballet or contemporary dance approach. Parents are encouraged to participate to support your four year old.
A wonderful opportunity to experience the thrill and excitement of the big top in a safe, fun, learning environment. This is a challenging physical course that focuses on the techniques used by circus performers on the ground and in the air. Through physical warm-ups, acrobatics and tumbling you will develop your motor skills, strength, flexibility and endurance. You will experience the thrill of practising new skills on a suspended circus rig including static trapeze (single and double trapeze that do not swing), lyra (hanging hoop) and aerial silks (hanging stretch fabric). Children will also be taught juggling. A wonderful confidence builder with tutors and coaches dedicated to helping each student reach their fullest potential.