Classes & education

Please note that your dancer needs to dance on a safe surface for all ages. Grass or a forgiving floor such as a second floor or sub-floor. NOT CEMENT or hard foundation. Reach out to me at anytime if needed.

Important information

Student class placement and enrollment are very important to the dancers training and overall understanding of their curriculum. Dancers must addend all required classes and be EARLY to classes. Missing warm up is dangerous for the dancer, a huge distraction to the other students and disrespectful to myself. Please call/text when dancer is ill or out of town. Make up classes are given when possible. The attendance effects the entire class and the individual dancer’s curriculum. Dancers must not miss more than two classes a month to ensure their enrollment.

The traditional ballet dress uniform and professional presence of each dancer is part of the ballet education. I am trying to improve on my individual communication to you directly regarding your dancer’s dress uniform and presence. Many dancers come from school and daycare and I do not see parents at class. I have made a short quick form to notify you if your dancer needs your assistance on any of the below items prior to their next class. Thank you for providing them the appropriate attire and the time to prepare them to be successful for class. Dancers always dance their best when they feel the best!! The form will have our CLEAN uniform items listed as well as an area to notify you if they need assistance with neat, secured bun, bangs in face, clean face, hands, and Nails, as well as if hygiene support such as Deodorant/anti-perspirant needed. Parents our young girls grow up quickly and may need some assistance. Nobody wants to be known as the smelly one in class. This is important to prevent insecurities in classes.

Ballet dancers should not wear panties under tights with the uniform. The bunch and hang out while they move. This has become a huge issue and distraction in classes. See me if you have questions or concerns. Dance sweaters also should be fitted tightly to be fitted correctly. Parents of young girls adjusting to becoming a woman with hygiene, please come see me for tips and tricks for class comfort and practicality.

Please read our website and emails to gather information. Join our Facebook page as well. I send out general posts, pictures, and Texts as reminders or for emergencies. I will now be turning off my phone religiously on evenings and weekends to be able to be with my children and family. I will return emails and calls on business days. Please understand that if you text me on business days that I maybe in classes as well. My schedule is posted on website if needed.

Pre- recorded Ballet classes Ballet 1- 4

These dancers should be stretching and conditioning daily. Go to our Youtube page ( Pivotal Dance company) . Go to playlists for class and to videos both general and specific I filmed. Follow details carefully to avoid using incorrect muscles. All dancers should continue to do thero-band and eleves for strength.

Classes are offered for all ages now. Starting with general classes and then becoming more specific to ages and levels. Art, dance history, vocabulary and more also to come!

www.youtube.com/channel/UC_FOsU7Vz5h3-spD-ztoiaA/ - Channel Home Page
https://youtu.be/sPpT08zsprQ - Intro

New semester begins January 2022. Contact for details.

1)Reminder we have reached the last few weeks of our current semester. Classes continue until December 19th. Pivotal is closed for Christmas December 20- Jan 3rd. ALL DANCERS are expected to pay registration $15.00 and January installment before we close Dec. 19th. In your enrollment contract everyone signed acknowledging 30 days written notice is required to release your spot. I need the time to design new schedules, fill current spots and notify others. Please understand that I must plan prior to holiday break out of respect for my enrolling dancers and myself.

2)Please text when going to be absent. Be on time before and after class for drop off and pick up please. I can’t supervise waiting students while I am teaching other classes.

3)Parent observation for dancers’ classes will be before Christmas break.

Dress uniform is mandatory. Dress uniform is on website in detail. Pink tights are required, and panties have become more and more of an issue. This not only is difficult for me but can be very embarrassing and distraction for the young dancer. I will be sending home notices to parents if needed.

4)Classes will be open for observation December 13-17th. Please arrange to come watch your dancer. details went home on schedule.

5) Our YouTube page has been updated so dancers can work on their skills and choreography at home.

6) Dancers should remain safely inside while waiting for pick up.

7)Reminder Pivotal will not be excepting Venmo after December 20th. Cash or check only. I am preparing information for a performance in Spring for our dancers currently. Details out ASAP.

Thank you!
Ms. Heidi

If you are looking to enroll please fill out the contact page ! Thank you!

Dance uniform Below:
Young dancers in classes, Movement, Pre-Primary and Primary.
Pink, Black or white solid color leotard
Pink Bloch tights or Solid Black spandex fitted shorts.
Pink Bloch canvas ballet shoes. Other shoes cause feet and toe issues in class and can’t allow feet to train properly and can’t be worn in classes. Use as play shoes at home please.
Ballet skirts can be worn also.
Tight ballet dance sweaters allowed.

Dancers in Ballet 1 and up
Black leotard
Raindance 3/4 inch adjustable belt (pink or white)Found on discountdancesupply.com website
Pink Bloch convertible tights
Pink Bloch canvas technique shoes.
Demi pointes or pointe shoes.
Chiffon ballet skirts can be worn. Tight ballet sweaters allowed.

Ballet classes begin after 3 years of age. I high recommend music classes prior.

Sound Beginnings is a Music 🎵 class for ages 0-4. It provides basics in beginner music theory, Solfedge, folk and rhythm, classical appreciation, musical instrument recognition, and pre-reading and beginner preschool concepts, all through play! They don’t even know they are learning music theory, it’s so fun! Now enrolling for fall/winter semesters, and its a 15 week course.
Any questions, please contact
Heidi Walker
208-906-6066
heidiwalker@letsplaymusicsite.com
Sound Beginnings Instructor
Teacher ID # 104967