WELCOME TO THE

JANICE D. HOLST

SCHOOL OF DANCE

Classical Ballet, Creative, Jazz, Tap& Ballroom

Classes are held at the Elk's Club in Downtown Juneau

586-1462 tel
723-1462 cel
586-2682 fax
holst@gci.net

Arriving from the East Coast in 1978, with USCG husband Butch and their four children, Janice has “done it all” as a dance teacher and choreographer. From JDLT’s “Guys & Dolls”, to High School musicals, “Jr. Miss” Pageants, fashion shows, University Ballet classes, and creating Juneau’s longest running tourist show ~ “The GOLD NUGGET REVUE”, Janice has been a key-player in the world of dance and entertainment. 1980-81 she traveled throughout Alaska to produce the Alaskan Cancer Research Telethon, raised over 1/3 million dollars and gave 100% of it to cancer research. In 1987, she was selected “Alaska’s Mother of The Year”. She is a past-president of Juneau’s BPW Association, a Paul Harris Fellow of Rotary, and a lifetime member of Dance Educators of America.

Throughout all these years, Janice has personally taught all her dance classes (20-30 per week) and encourages her dancers, of all ages, to be fit and have fun. In 1999, in Los Angeles, she was awarded “Outstanding Dance School” by World Association of Talent/Modeling & Entertainment. Her dancers consistently win trophies in regional, national, and international competitions.

So, get out those old tap shoes, get in shape for sports, or sign up your potential “star” and enjoy “the world of dance” with Janice D. Holst! Parents are welcome to all classes. Watch for DANCERS AGAINST DRUGS in October, THE GRUMPSICLE in December and the SUMMER DANCE ACADEMY in June. It’s never “too late”!

FUNdamentals

Classes Offered

CLASSICAL BALLET ~

The most exquisite form of dance technique that requires the strength of an athlete and elegance of royalty. It is the one form of dance that enhances posture, sports performance, discipline and concentration.

There are appropriate levels for all from PreBallet to advanced Pointe work.
Involves Barre-work, center floor combinations and French terminology.

CREATIVE ~

Fun introduction to dance for the 4-5 year olds. Clever songs and games help develop R&L hand concepts, motor skills and coordination.

JAZZ ~

A great way to get (and stay) in shape. Involves total warm-up, across the floor work and combinations. It’s fun! Classes for Teeny Boppers 7-9 years (new), through teens and adults.

TAP ~

America’s gift to dance! A great way to make some great “sounds” and challenge your sense of rhythm! Kids Love It! Grown-Ups Really Love It! Try It!

BALLROOM ~

Basic ballroom technique… Waltz, Rhumba, Fox Trot, Cha-Cha, Swing!

** SINCE CLASSES ARE FOR PRIVACY OF ALL CONCERNED ~ NO VIDEO CAMERAS OR RECORDING DEVICES ARE ALLOWED IN CLASS **

School Policy

TUITION ~

Classes begin in September and finish in May. There are 2 sessions – September to December and January to May for payment purposes.
Payment is due on the first week of each session. For those taking several classes per week, you may divide tuition payments (See Payment Schedule). NO REFUNDS after the session begins. Moving out of town/hospitalization would be exceptions!

ATTENDANCE ~

It is your responsibility to attend class. There will be NO refunds for classes missed. Check to see if there is a suitable class for make-up.

CANCELLATION ~

In each session, there is a “Built-In” week off in case Mrs. Holst or the weather needs it! Hopefully we just keep dancing!

DRESS CODE ~

In order for a dance class to be effective, it is imperative that the “DANCER” be dressed properly for class. That means leotards, tights, proper shoes, hair tied up and no jewelry or gum. Please check dress code chart for class requirements.
If you are a more “advanced” dancer, please arrive 10-15 minutes before your first class to warm up.

SUPPLIES ~

All dance supplies should be ordered through our school so quality and style are consistent. This way you won’t spend money twice if we use our “basics” for a performance and yours are “different”
Please label all items. Supplies must be paid for in advance.

OUTGROWN ITEMS ~

Bring them in so someone else may buy them to use “one more time”!!

Jance D. Holst School of Dance

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