Joy of Motion Youth Program

JOMDC Bethesda
(Class size limited to 15 students.)

Performances:
Saturday, July 9 at 7:00 p.m. Sunday, July 10 at 5:00 p.m.

Tuition: $405
(prorated for July 4 holiday)

Session II
July 11 – July 22
FULL DAY: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
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For Grades
      3rd – 5th
      6th – 8th
      9th – 12th

JOMDC Bethesda
(Class size limited to 15 students.)

Performances:
Saturday, July 23 at 7:00 p.m
Sunday, July 24 at 5:00 p.m.

Tuition: $450

Session III
July 25 – Aug 5
FULL DAY: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
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For Grades
      3rd – 5th
      6th – 8th
      9th – 12th

JOMDC Bethesda
(Class size limited to 15 students.)

Performances:
Saturday, August 6 at 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, August 7 at 5:00 p.m.

Tuition: $450

Each session will focus on new material.
Sign up for 1, 2 or all 3 sessions!

Multiple Performance Dance Camp Discount
Take 2 camps, subtract $50 from total.
Take 3 camps, subtract $100 from total.

Prerequisite: Completion of Level I Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Modern or Hip Hop.

Be a part of JOM’s very own Performance Dance Camp. Students will work with some of JOM’s finest instructors in JAZZ, HIP HOP, TAP, MODERN and BALLET. Students will experience daily technique and choreography classes where they will prepare for performance. Students will also work on performance quality and style in preparation for the big show. Great for the budding performer or individuals just wanting to have fun, these 2-week sessions allow students to participate in a few weeks or a full summer of fun as each session will feature different choreography and show pieces. A dance camp counselor will accompany each age group to classes and supervise lunch everyday. Students should bring a bag lunch including a drink and are welcome to bring a water bottle for use during the day. Class size is limited to 15 participants in each age group. All sessions will end with a Dance Camp Performance weekend at The Jack Guidone Theater at our Friendship Heights location.

Sample Weekly Schedule (Subject to change)

	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
9:00 – 9:15 a.m.	Stretch	Stretch	Stretch	Stretch	Stretch
9:15 – 10:30 a.m.	Class 1 - Ballet	Class 1 - Jazz	Class 1 - Ballet	Class 1 - Jazz	Class 1 - Ballet
10:45 a.m. – 12 p.m.	Class 2 - Jazz	Class 2 -Modern	Class 2 - Jazz	Class 2 - Modern	Class 2 - Jazz
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.	Lunch (dance videos)	Lunch (dance videos)	Lunch (dance videos)	Lunch (dance videos)	Lunch (dance videos)
1:00 – 2:15 p.m.	Class 3 - Modern	Class 3 - Hip Hop	Class 3 - Tap	Class 3 - Hip Hop	Class 3 - Modern
2:30 – 3:45 p.m.	Class 4 - Hip Hop	Class 4 - Tap	Class 4 - Hip Hop	Class 4 - Tap	Class 4 - Hip Hop
3:45 – 4:00 p.m.	Group time & clean up	Group time & clean up	Group time & clean up	Group time & clean up	Group time & clean up

Dance Intensives & Mini Camps

Ballet Intensives
Don’t miss this opportunity to bring elements of ballet technique into your dancing. Basic positions of the feet and arms, proper alignment, ballet vocabulary, barre exercises and center work will be taught and reviewed in depth. Build strength, increase flexibility and establish a foundation that will improve your performance in all dance styles. Students will also learn basic ballet choreography that will be presented the last day of class for friends and family. Prerequisite: Completion of Ballet, Modern, Jazz or Hip Hop Level I and above according to age group. Dress Code Girls: Leotard (any style/any color) and tights. Boys: Solid color fitted T-shirt and male tights or leggings. Footwear: Ballet shoes only.
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6th – 8th Grade	Time	Instructor	Studio
August 8 – August 12
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $150)	9:30 – 12:00 p.m.	Sarah Stoodley	BTH
9th – 12th Grade
August 8 – August 12
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $150)	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	Sarah Stoodley	BTH
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Broadway Jazz Mini-Camps
One week of fun and dance focusing on Broadway Jazz using music from some of Broadway’s greatest shows. Children will be introduced to the basics of Broadway Jazz dance technique in a fun and creative environment using a variety of songs and music from the best in musical theater. Each Friday will culminate in a performance/demonstration open to friends and family. Prerequisite: All levels welcome Dress Code Girls: Leotard (preferred) (any style/any color) or camisole fitted top or sports bra tank top and jazz pants/leggings/tights/biker shorts. Boys: Leotard or solid color fitted T-shirt and jazz pants/ leggings/ biker shorts. Footwear: Jazz shoes only.
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1st – 2nd Grade	Time	Instructor	Studio
July 11 – July 15
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $150)	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	Adriane Whalen	FH
3rd – 5th Grade
July 18 – July 22
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $150)	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	Adriane Whalen	FH
6th – 8th Grade
July 25 – July 29
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $150)	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	Adriane Whalen	FH
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Jazz Intensives
These intensives will focus on learning the power, energy and dynamics inherent in jazz dance. Students will have a jazz technique class followed by jazz choreography that will be presented the last day of class for friends and family. Students will have an opportunity to perfect skills and to learn jazz tricks— special moves that can add flair to your movement vocabulary. Prerequisite: Jazz Level II and above according to age group. Dress Code Girls: Leotard (preferred) (any style/any color) or camisole fitted top or sports bra tank top and jazz pants/leggings/tights/biker shorts. Boys: Leotard or solid color fitted T-shirt and jazz pants/ leggings/ biker shorts. Footwear: Jazz shoes only.
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6th – 8th Grade	Time	Instructor	Studio
July 18 – 22
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $150)	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	Katerina Rodgaard	FH
9th – 12th Grade
June 27 – July 1
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $150)	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	Kelly Kuder	FH
July 11 – July 15
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $150)	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	Katerina Rodgaard	FH
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Hip Hop Intensives
These weeklong intensives will kick your dance moves into high gear with the energetic and ever-popular Hip Hop. Learn the latest and hottest moves with some of JOM’s finest Hip Hop teachers. Each day will consist of a technique class followed by the breakdown and teaching of specific choreography that will be presented the last day of class for friends and family. This “hot” intensive will be a lot of fun. Prerequisite: Street Jam/Hip Hop Level II and above according to age group. Dress Code Girls: Leotard (preferred) (any style/any color) or camisole fitted top or sports bra tank top and jazz pants/leggings/tights/biker shorts. Boys: Fitted shirt or solid color fitted T-shirt and jazz pants/leggings/biker shorts/sweat pants. Footwear: Sneakers (CLEAN athletic shoes) only. No street shoes.
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6th – 8th Grade	Time	Instructor	Studio
July 11 – July 15
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $150)	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	Juli Calderon	FH
9th – 12th Grade
July 18 – July 22
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $150)	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	Juli Calderon	FH
August 1 – August 5
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $150)	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	Juli Calderon	FH
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Breakin' & Hip Hop Intensives
Come learn the foundations of Hip Hop dance and Breakin', also known as Breakdancing. The class will cover top-rock, steps done standing up, drops, transitions to the floor, and test (footwork). We will do technique and strengthening drills plus experiment with creating our own phrases in freestyle. Popping and locking, two other foundational styles of hip hop dance, will be introduced as well. This intensive will feature video clips to expose students to some of the pioneers and leading practitioners of these dance forms. Previous experience is not required, but enthusiasm and commitment to learning is. Students will have the opportunity to perform for invited family and friends during the final class period. Prerequisite: Street Jam/Hip Hop Level II and above according to age group. Dress Code Girls: Leotard (preferred) (any style/any color) or camisole fitted top or sports bra tank top and jazz pants/leggings/tights/biker shorts. Boys: Fitted shirt or solid color fitted T-shirt and jazz pants/leggings/biker shorts/sweat pants. Footwear: Sneakers (CLEAN athletic shoes) only. No street shoes.
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6th – 8th Grade	Time	Instructor	Studio
June 27 – July 1
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $150)	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	Jessica Hirst	FH
August 15 – August 19
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $150)	9:30 – 12:00 p.m.	Jessica Hirst	BTH
9th – 12th Grade
July 25 – July 29
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $150)	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	Jessica Hirst	FH
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Tap Intensives
This weeklong Tap Intensive will introduce students to various specialty tap steps, including slides, turns, pick-ups, pullbacks, paddles and other tricks to add flair to your tapping repertoire. Students will put it all together into a fun, high-energy combination that will be presented the last day of class for friends and family. Special emphasis will be placed on tap performance and presentation skills. Prerequisite: Tap Level II and above. Dress Code Girls: Leotard (preferred) (any style/any color) or camisole fitted top or sports bra tank top and jazz pants/leggings/tights/biker shorts. Boys: Solid color fitted T-shirt and jazz pants/leggings/shorts/pants. Footwear: Tap shoes only.
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6th – 8th Grade	Time	Instructor	Studio
August 8 – August 12	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	Aysha Upchurch	FH
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $150)
9th – 12th Grade
August 1 – August 5	1:30 – 4:00 p.m.	Aysha Upchurch	FH
(Mon. – Fri., 1 week, $150)