Scheduling Guidelines
PROGRAM OUTCOME GUIDELINES
Available Program Outcomes depend on two things: Number of Sessions and Class Size. At times, we are still able to accommodate larger classes by including an overage fee or additional instructor. For the most effective program experience, always choose class sizes within our guidelines.
1. Process Focused (No Performance)
Students will explore movement and the chosen dance style without preparing for a final performance.
– Minimum of 3 sessions per group
– Maximum of 60 students/class (Maximum of 80+ students per class w/ additional charge)
– 30 minutes-1 hour session length (15 minutes sufficient for Kindergarten classes)
2. In-Class Performance
Students learn a class routine and share, in-class, on their final program day. Parents are welcome to observe the final class.
– Minimum of 3 sessions per student-group
– Maximum of 60 students per group (Maximum of 80+ students per class w/ additional charge)
– 30 minutes-1 hour session length (15 minutes sufficient for Kindergarten classes)
3. Daytime Performance
Students perform their class routine in a school-wide daytime showcase. Everyone is welcome!
– Minimum of 4 sessions per student group (additional rehearsal time strongly recommended)
– Maximum of 45 students per group (Maximum of 70 students per class w/ additional charge)
– 30 minutes-1 hour session length (15 minutes sufficient for Kindergarten classes)
4. Evening Performance
Students perform in a formal school-wide evening performance. Everyone is welcome!
– Minimum of 7 sessions per student group
– Maximum of 45 students per group (Maximum of 70 students per class w/ additional charge)
– 30 minutes-1 hour session length (15 minutes sufficient for Kindergarten classes)
BUILDING YOUR SCHEDULE
1. Please make sure to include the information below in each block/session of your schedule:
– Start/End Time of block (eg. 9:00-9:30)
– Class Identifier (eg. Mrs. Smith or Rm. 5)
– Grade Level of Each Class (eg. Gr. 6)
– Number of Students in Each Class (eg. 35 students)
2. Maximum Number of Students in each class/class combination:
– One Instructor: A maximum of 45 students per class (performance programs) and 55 students per class (non-performance programs).
– Two Instructors (additional charge): A maximum of 65 students per class (performance programs) and 75 students per class (non-performance programs).
3. Length of Block/Session:
– K’s (15mins-45mins)
– Grade 1-12 (30mins-1hr)
4. Combining Classes:
You may combine classes as long as…
– Grade levels remain a maximum of one level apart (eg. Gr. 1/2)
– Class size remains within the maximum class size limits
– Class combinations remain consistent throughout the entire program
5. Instructor Energy Breaks:
– Morning Break: Please include a morning break of at least 10 minutes
– Lunch Break: Please include a lunch break of at least 45 minutes
6. Minimum Number of Sessions:
– Process Focused Program: No minimum # of sessions required
– In-Class Performance: 3 Sessions minimum
– Daytime Performance: 4 Session minimum (additional rehearsal time recommended)
– Evening Performance: 7 Session minimum (dress rehearsal recommended)
7. Performance:
If you have booked a Day-time or Evening performance program and have anywhere between 8-12 performance groups involved in the final showcase, you can expect a total performance length of approximately 45 minutes. That being said, it is always a good idea to set aside a full hour for the performance… just to be safe