October is here, which means Halloween choreography will be happening this month at Steppin' Out! Each class will be learning short Halloween dances culminating in an observation day for parents the week of October 25-29. (Our teen classes may or may not have Halloween inspired choreography, but parents are still welcome to observe class during this week.)
Furthermore, we invite you to come in your Halloween costume the week of October 25-29. If your costume isn't ready yet or if it's not easy to dance in it, then you're welcome to come dressed in any costume you want.
Except for this special last week in October, our parent observation policy remains the same: parents of children ages 5 and under are permitted to stay in the studio during class but we are asking that parents and caregivers of students 6 years and older to please drop off their dancer and not stay. We don't have a lot of space at the studio, and we have found that students do better when there are less distractions in the room.
REVISED MASK POLICY
Beginning this week, masks will be encouraged but optional for teachers, students, and parents who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Masks remain required for those who are not fully vaccinated.
MOVEMENT OF THE MONTH: LEAP
If you've taken Teacher Angela's tumbling class, you've probably leaped over the mud puddle. As students get older, we no longer use the mud puddle, but the action of the leap is the same. A leap is a jump that goes from one foot to the other creating a split in the air. Start by gaining some forward momentum with a a run or chassé. When you're ready to take off, swing your front leg high and give a strong push off the floor with your back leg. Aim for pointed feet and straight knees while in the air. For a safe landing, make sure to plié on your leg as you come down.
DANCE IN THE NEWS: SEE EMILY AND CLAIRE PERFORM
Teacher Emily and Teacher Claire are performing in Garrett + Moulton Productions' 20th Anniversary Season October 6th-9th at ODC Theater. This joyful, high energy performance will be exciting for kids and parents alike. More information and tickets.
QUICK TIP: FALL LAYERS
As our weather starts to get colder, make sure to bring a lightweight sweatshirt or other layer that you'd be comfortable dancing in. Because we keep the doors and windows open for air circulation, the studio temperature can vary each week based on the weather outside.