Introduction
General Information:
The company terms- coincide with the N.Z. public primary school terms, excluding term 1 (classes start 1 week later than the school term) and term 4 extra rehearsals may apply in the lead up to our end of year concert. All public holidays are observed and accounted for within the fee structure.
Uniform- is not compulsory to be worn in class but no jeans, skirts, school uniforms or dangly jewellery is allowed. We encourage students to have fun and experiment with their dance fashion and style but please make sure it is appropriate for class. A new uniform is being established this will not be compulsory unless being worn for a competition or performance. The uniform will be on display in class during the year. Second hand shoes can also be sold and brought through Rhythm Nation.
Time tables
Level 1 = Beginner
Level 2 = Intermediate
Level 3 = Advanced
Competitions and Performances are optional
and not always offered in adult classes.
Our timetable classes may be changed or classes may be amalgamated,
added or deleted
due to registration numbers at the director's discretion.
Monday
Monday
| Class | Time | Venue |
| Junior/Intermediate Musical Theatre (9 - 13 yrs) | 4.00 - 6.00 pm | Shirley Intermediate School Hall |
| Tap Club (14 - 35 yrs) | 6.00 - 6.45 pm | Shirley Intermediate School Hall |
| Senior/Adult Musical Theatre (14 - 35 yrs) | 6.00 - 8.30 pm | Shirley Intermediate School Hall |
Wednesday
Wednesday
| Class | Time | Venue |
| Introduction to dance Tap, Jazz, Ballet (5 - 8 yrs) | 4.00 - 5.00 pm | Shirley Intermediate School Hall |
| Junior Advanced Hip Hop (9 - 13 yrs) | 5.00 - 6.00 pm | Shirley Intermediate School Hall |
| Senior Open Hip Hop (14 - 35 yrs) | 6.00 - 7.00 pm | Shirley Intermediate School Hall |
| Senior Open Contemporary (14 - 35 yrs) | 7.00 - 8.00 pm | Shirley Intermediate School Hall |
Thursday
Thursday
| Class | Time | Venue |
| Junior Beginner Hip Hop (8 - 13 yrs) | 4.00 - 5.00 pm | Shirley Intermediate School Hall |
| Breakdancing | 5.00 - 6.00 pm | Shirley Intermediate School Hall |
| 18 + Advanced mixed dance genres | 6.00 - 7.00 pm | Shirley Intermediate School Hall |
The Studios
Studio Addresses:
Showbiz, 11 Balfour Tce, off Antigua street, Christchurch.
Mairehau High School Hall, 440 Hills Road, Mairehau, Christchurch.
Shirley Intermediate School Hall, corner North Parade and Shirley Road, Christchurch.
Contact Details: Email: info@rhythmnationdance.co.nz
Web: www.rhythmnationdance.co.nz
Phone: 0274749846 / (03) 9607632
Postal: PO Box 27-270, Shirley, Christchurch
Class Structure
Introduction to Dance
Introduction to Dance is for beginner students aged 5-7 yrs, starting with basic Ballet technique and movement. This class is designed to give students a general skill set before moving onto other classes such as Jazz, Tap and Hip Hop.
Jazz, contemporary and technique
Class Structure for Jazz, contemporary and technique classes consists of cardio, stretch, Isolations, conditioning, kicks, turns, jumps, technique and choreography. If we are not working towards competitions or performances we like to explore the different styles within that genre (and sometimes outside that genre). We no longer run syllabus work and examinations, with our new class structure we feel that our students are challenged more and reach higher results faster while having lots more fun! We do not offer ballet classes but ballet technique is an important part within these classes.
Tap
Hip Hop
Class Structure for Hip Hop consists of cardio, stretch, Isolations, conditioning and choreography. There are many different styles of Hip Hop such as Jazz Funk, Lyrical, Swag, New style, Krumping, Popping and many more so before working on comp or performance routine’s we try and focus on different style’s every week.
Musical Theatre
Class structure for Musical Theatre consists of singing, Drama, Jazz and Tap. A bit like a Glee club but with lots more dancing! Same class structure with Jazz and Tap as above. Once students are at an intermediate/ Advanced level we encourage them to take this course to keep them on a path of becoming a well rounded performer.
Master class
Master class is a new class put together for students of all ages at a higher level and who show great ability of picking up many different styles of Dance. This class is designed to further challenge these students in all genres such as Ballet, Jazz, contemporary, Hip Hop, Tap, Musical Theatre and more. Guest teachers will also be introduced for special classes. Other students not in this class who I think may benefit from a Master class with a guest teacher may also be invited to a one off class. Master Class students are encouraged to attend at least one other class of their preferred genre.
Important Forms
Full Time-table
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Caregiver's Handbook
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Fees List
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Registration Form
