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Beginner Dance Camp
A special camp for children ages 7 and up who have little or
no training in ballet and other dance forms taught by WDA’s very popular
teacher, Ellie Goudie-Averill.
Course Summary: In two action packed weeks of camp we will learn the basics of Ballet, Jazz, and Modern in a fun and creative atmosphere, focusing on basic positions and movements and allowing for creativity. Each day will include a Yoga warm-up, dance phrases in three styles, improvisational exercises and a break for snack during which we will learn about some of the greatest dancers and dances of all time. At the end of camp we will perform our new talents for family and friends.
Dates – July 9 – 20, 2012
Time - 9 AM to 12PM
Dance Attire – girls - black leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes
Boys – white tshirt, black tights or shorts, black or white ballet shoes
Fees - $180 per week or $350 for two weeks
The course will be taught by Ellie Goudie-Averill
Eleanor Goudie-Averill, a 2007 MFA Dance Performance graduate of
the University of Iowa, currently dances for Group Motion Dance Company
and directs the Stone Depot Dance Lab. She has served as Visiting
Assistant Professor of Ballet at Bucknell University and Artistic
Coordinator of the UI Youth Ballet. She began her training at Ballet
Midwest in Topeka, Kansas and holds a BFA in dance from the University
of Kansas. Ellie has performed with Daara Dance, Kayle+Co,
Cohan/Suzeau, Prairie Wind Dancers, and was a founding member of the
Bowery Dancers. Along with performing and choreographing, she loves
teaching dance to people of all ages and jumping for joy.
38 East School House Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19144
telephone: (215)-849-7950 fax: (215)-849-3117
toll free: 1-800-849-4919
email: wissahickondance@verizon.net