STUDIO INFORMATION

HIS Dance Academy was founded by Beth Huegli and Leslie Glendening. We operate on a 9-month season from September - May. Maintenance Classes, Master Classes, and Summer Classes are offered June-August. Registration typically begins in March for Summer Classes and June 1 for Fall Classes.

A Vaganova-based curriculum is used in all ballet classes. In addition, Bible verses and applications relating to all dance terms and positions are taught throughout the year. HIS Dance is an excellent place for your child to experience a new recreational sport or a professional dance education!

Our Recreational Division is for dancers ages 3 months thru adult. At the age of 8, students and families may choose to continue in our Recreational Division based on age/grade or move into our Graded Technique Division Level, Apprentice 1. Students' progress through the levels at their own pace, sometimes remaining in a level for 2-3 years. Pointe begins at Level Junior 1 at the teacher's discretion. Parents are notified first, so a family decision may be made due to the increased class requirement.

Please read through the information below and contact us with any questions that you may have. Contact Here

CALENDAR

Our Calendar is filled with special events...Tutu Week, Bring a Friend Week, Daddy and Me class, Ensemble Productions, and more! For Student Calendar click HERE.

Printed copies are also available at the front desk.

DRESS CODE

Dance Attire Graded Technique AP 1 & 2/ JR 1 & 2/ SR 1 & SR 2:

Ballet Attire- Modest Black Leotard - no mesh, multiple straps, lace, low back, or tummies exposed. Click the view/order link of required leotard styles. (Basic Tank, Cami, Mock Neck, 3/4 sleeve allowed.)

Ballet Pink Tights- tights must be worn under the leotard and in shoes *

Ballet Pink

Ballet Black Skirt Required

Nude Leotard for performances

Hair in a secure bun

*Dancers of color may choose to wear skin-toned/shoes or pink tights and shoes.

Males - Slim Black Pants, Fitted White Shirt, Black Ballet Shoes, Black Socks, Proper Undergarments

Modern Attire- Modest Black Leotard - no mesh, multiple straps, lace, low back, or tummies exposed.

Black jazz pants or black shorts over tights

Bare feet

Dance Attire Recreational Division:

Pre-Ballet - Pink Leotard

Ballet Pink Tights - tights must be worn under the leotard and in shoes *

Ballet Pink Ballet Shoes*

Ballet A thru Teen - Modest Opaque Black Leotard; 16+/Adult - Any Opaque color Leotard or comfortable clothing.

Ballet Pink Tights *

Ballet Pink Ballet Shoes

Ballet Skirt (Color of leotard)

Hair in a secure bun

*Dancers of color may choose to wear skin-toned or pink tights and shoes.

Males - Slim Black Pant; Fitted White Shirt; Black Ballet Shoes, Black Socks

Hip Hop - Comfortable clothing, no tummies exposed when arms raised, clean indoor tennis shoes brought with you (black high-top converse needed for showcase)

Jazz/ Tap - Black leotard, pants /shorts over a leotard, black jazz/tap shoes

Special Needs - Comfortable clothing, ballet pink Ballet shoes

Six Week Mini Session - Preschool follows Pre-Ballet above; Adults comfortable, active wear.

FEES

Graded Technique Tuition:

Graded Technique tuition is based on the number of class hours

Male students: All males will receive a scholarship to attend ballet classes free of charge. Summer classes free if registered for Ensemble for the upcoming season.

For 2024-25 tuition rates click HERE.

SUMMER Drop-In Rate for Graded Technique Students:

T - TH JR-SR: $30 each day

New Student Placement/Evaluation Fee: $25

2024-25 Ensemble

AP1 & 2 Ballet: $200 fee by Sept 30. $250 on/after Oct. 1.

JR 1 & 2 Ballet: $350 fee by June 30. $400 on/after July 1.

SR 1& 2 Ballet: $350 fee by June 30. $400 on/after July 1.

*Additional classes/hours may be calculated under Tuition above.

Recreational Tuition:

All 45-60 min classes are $65/month

Drop-in rate $20

Male students - all males will receive a scholarship to attend ballet classes free of charge (does not include summer.) Ballet Combo classes may be taken at a 50% discount.

Registration Fees:

All families will be charged a yearly $30 registration fee upon fall registration. A $10 summer registration fee will be charged for families not currently registered.

Costume Fees:

All Recreational classes 30 min $40 -$80 / 45 min+: $80

AP 1 - SR2 Choreography Classes: $80

This fee will be automatically pulled on Jan 2. Any payment received after that date will be an additional $10.

All School Mini Storybook Ballet (Showcase) Participation Fee:

Level AP1-SR 2 Saturday Showcase Choreography Class: $40

*Students will automatically be enrolled in the Showcase Choreography Class at the time of enrollment in the GT Division.

Private Lessons Fee:

Accounts will be charged for any missed private lesson unless instructor is given a 24-hour notice, or arrangements have been made to reschedule.

Private lessons with any current 2024-2025 HIS Staff
1. Individual Private lessons are $65 for one hour for any of our studios.
2. Semi-Private (2 individuals) $95 split between the 2 students
3. For every added individual for 3+ $10
4. A desk staff must be present during a private lesson. If a lesson is scheduled outside of normal studio hours an extra $12 will be charged to dancer's account.

Studio Rental Fee:

All studio rentals must be emailed to sw hidance2715@gmail.com.
1. All transactions will be done through the portal and not directly to HIS Staff (If a check is desired by the customer, it can be made out to HIS Dance Academy)
2. Rentals/Privates must be scheduled at least a week in advance.
3. Audition Package: $200

Package includes 2 hours in studio with photo, video recording/editing, and any choreography necessary for auditions. Any additional studio time will be charged as a private lesson.

SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION

We desire that every student has the opportunity to dance. Through fundraising efforts, we can offer financial assistance to families in need. The following scholarships are available:

1. The Rizzo Scholarship: In honor of our former bookkeeper Jeannine Rizzo, this scholarship will be awarded to 3 Special Needs students per year. There is 1 full scholarship available that will cover 100% of tuition for 1 class per year and 2 scholarships that cover 50%.

2. The JoElla Scholarship: This scholarship was created to remind the Biblical mandate to care for the Widow and the Orphan. Anyone who has lost a spouse or is fostering a child may apply for this scholarship. There are 2 scholarships that cover 50% of 1 (60) recreational class.

3. Graded Technique Scholarship: Awarded to 4 Graded Technique students per year. Financial awards are given based on family needs and funds available.

4. HIS Kids Scholarship: Awarded to 2 Recreational students 6 years and older per year and is a needs-based scholarship that will cover 50% of tuition for (1) 60-minute recreational class

Scholarship requests must be submitted by August 15. Application

OUTREACH OPPORTUNITIES

PERFORMANCE OUTREACH

All School Showcase- Mini Storybook Ballet - May 9 & 10

Every HIS Dance Academy student has an opportunity to share the message of Christ through dance. Our year-end May Showcase is based upon our Bible theme for the year and is woven throughout the dances. It's more than just another recital! For specific student details and instructions: 2025 Read more...

HIS Dance Ensemble 24-25

The HIS Dance Ensemble is designed for dancers who desire to intentionally develop their artistic and performance abilities (in addition to their technical abilities) through participating in a professional scale Ballet. Ensemble dancers have increased time commitment during the school year and summer, including rehearsals outside of technique class. Ensemble placement is decided by a dancer’s level, not age.

Senior Ensemble: Level SR 1 & SR 2

Junior Ensemble: Level JR 1 & JR 2

Apprentice Level: AP1 & AP 2

Outreach Performance Group

HIS Students are always encouraged to take dance back to their home church.

When the studio is presented with requests or special events, our Outreach dancers, who have been part of the summer "Outreach Class," are sent out into the community.

God's Girls, our Special Needs dancers, have the option of participating in Outreach events throughout the year.

GENERAL INFO - SEE HANDBOOK

CLASSES

Graded tech

Recreational

Summer

Dress code

Fees

showcase

scholarship

Studio Info