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Dance is for everybody. With this simple philosophy in mind, The Center for Contemporary Dance proudly offers one of the most creative, comprehensive and inclusive curricula in the Dance Arts. Featuring the area's largest selection of adult classes, specialty classes for pre-teens and teens, and a Creative Movement Academy for little movers, there's something for everyone at CCD!
More than a standard dance studio, The Center for Contemporary Dance is a leading Florida cultural organization supported by United Arts of Central Florida. Operating in accordance with the National Standards for Dance Education, CCD's programs are designed to provide the student—from novice to professional—with vast experiences in classical, post-classical and world dance forms. A complete dance education is our priority. Rather than focusing on competitions and recitals, CCD is in the business of developing artists who make valuable, long-term contributions in personal and professional arenas. For this reason, curriculum emphasizes art making, technical development and mastery of one's unique creative process. This is how the Artist emerges. |
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Choosing a Quality Dance Center
As you investigate dance centers, think of yourself as a detective who must separate fact from fiction. While browsing any dance center's website, see if you can distinguish marketing hype ('the best,' 'the most,' 'the leader,' etc.) from what really matters: Does the website clearly state the studio's Standards of Education? Do they publish tuition fees and current class information with descriptions? Is there a teaching philosophy or an overview of what you or your child can expect as a student of the studio? Do they have an understanding of the local dance industry and do they maintain affiliations with dance professionals? Are the artistic leaders educated, experienced industry professionals who specialize in dance education? These are the questions that matter, because at the end of the day you're not interested in how cool a website looks or how well a studio can pat itself on the back; rather, you're trying to determine if a particular dance studio provides and educational culture that's the best match for you. Next |
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The Center for Contemporary Dance does not randomly make use of a monthly tuition systems or contracts, and new students may enroll at any time. Only students in the Pre-Professional Program, who are required to attend a pre-determined number of class hours each semester, pay a monthly tuition. All other students participate in CCD's affordable pay-as-you-go tuition system. Students may pay per class, but most take advantage of packaged sessions wherein a number of class hours are purchased upfront and deducted from Dance Cards as students attend class. Packaged sessions offer the benefit of lower per class rates and unused sessions simply rollover to the next month until the (generous) expiration date is reached. Please take a moment to review the Tuition Schedule at the right, which includes links to register for classes online. Should you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us. We're always happy to help! |
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About the Pre-Professional Program
The Pre-Professional Program at The Center for Contemporary Dance prepares dedicated and passionate dancers ages 9-17 and 18-25 (Adult Track) for a career in the Dance Arts. Pre-professionals participate in a rigorous training program and performance Company to learn necessary skills that prepare them for entry into a university dance program and/or professional dance company, including those operating out of The Center for Contemporary Dance. Classes are designed to train the Pre-Professional in areas of technique, artistic development, production, wellness/nutrition and arts management. Additionally, Pre-Professionals attend specialty workshops, where industry professionals offer guidance in audition preparation, business management and career longevity. Graduates of the program have entered some of the most prestigious dance programs across the nation, including those at the Duke Ellington School of the Arts, the Juilliard School, Point Park University, New York University and many more. View sample of Pre-Professional work >>> |
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Creative Movement Academy
Children are the most creative people on earth. When properly nurtured, their intuitive creativity becomes a marketable skill they will use as future scholars, artists and innovative leaders who manifest unimagined change in the world. The Creative Movement Academy is designed to teach young dancers ages 2 through 7 how to harness and apply their natural creativity, positioning it as a necessary tool for long-term success. Facilitated by dance educators with years of experience in their field, The Creative Movement Academy maintains an exploratory curriculum that doesn't limit or define the young dancer. Rather, the Academy ensures that students experiment with various dance styles so they may have a full range of experiences that empower them to make informed choices when they are ready for higher-level, discipline-specific classes. Using dance as a medium for cultivating a child's natural sense of wonder, imagination and exploration, The Creative Movement Academy has been developed in accordance with the National Standards for Dance Education. In addition to receiving an outstanding, developmentally-appropriate education in dance, Academy students practice 3 primary elements used by all great achievers: Co-Creative Process, Experiential Learning, and Character Development. |
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Urban Ballet with Obediah Wright Click here to register now
Date: Saturday, October 29, 2011 Movement Class: 1:00 – 4:00 PM Open Forum Talkback with Mr. Wright: 4:00 – 5:00 PM Location: The Center for Contemporary Dance Class Fee (includes talkback): $50 (current students); $60 (visiting students) Talkback only: $10 per guest Level: This class is appropriate for dancers with 3+ continuous years of ballet/modern training; the talkback is open to the general public. This 3-hour Master Class is led by Master Instructor and world-renowned director/choreographer, Mr. Obediah Wright. Mr. Wright will present a fusion of classical ballet technique and grounded, rhythmic movement that has become a signature style known as Urban Ballet. This fast-paced class includes a choreography component, wherein students will learn an extended combination to assist with the application of this unique movement style. Mr. Wright has over 20 years of professional experience and has worked with some of the best in the business, including Ray Charles, Dionne Warwick, Aretha Franklin, Diana Ross, Janet Jackson and many more. Be prepared to fall in love with Urban Ballet! |
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2012 Summer Camps and Intensives
Summer Camps and Intensives provide opportunities for the dancer to indulge in a concentrated and exploratory curriculum designed to maximize the student's progress in artistic, technical and intellectual arenas. Should you have any questions about Summer Programs, please call contact us. |
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Standards of Education
All programs at The Center for Contemporary Dance are conducted in accordance with the National Standards for Dance Education by mature, educated professionals with more than 200 years of combined industry experience. |
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| Dance Education Forum Established by The Center for Contemporary Dance and the Orange County Arts Education Center, the Central Florida Dance Education Forum is a community of arts educators dedicated to examining and improving the quality of dance education at the public school level. The Forum functions as a solution-driven platform where dance educators share resources and collaboratively address current challenges in arts education. The primary goal of the Forum is to implement comprehensive models for dance education that enhance student performance in both academic and artistic arenas. Read about how the Dance Education Forum is working to assist the Dance Magnet Program at Dr. Phillips High School in Orlando, FL >>> To get involved and to learn about the next Dance Education Forum, please join our mailing list or call (407) 695-8366. |
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Spring 2012 Student Concert: RADIANCE Saturday, April 14, 2012 7:00 p.m. Tickets $12 (online) $15 (at the door - cash/check only) Buy Tickets Online Now Trinity Preparatory School 5700 Trinity Prep Lane Winter Park, FL 32792 |
Now Casting for the Spring 2012 Student Concert!
7:00 p.m. Saturday, April 14, 2012 at Trinity Preparatory School The Center for Contemporary Dance offers a performance-based education without competitions or recitals. All students, regardless of age or skill level, have the opportunity to participate in a professionally-developed Spring Concert that takes place at the close of the spring term. Participation in the Spring Concert is optional, but strongly recommended in order to achieve the full educational experience, which includes the formal demonstration of material. The Center for Contemporary Dance does not allow the use of regular class hours for performance preparation. Regular classes are reserved for the practice of broad skill sets and limiting class time to the learning of a single performance routine is not conducive to a holistic education in dance. For this reason, students in the Concert attend special rehearsals, separate from regular classes; this model gives students the additional experience of 'learning like a professional,' with exposure to industry standards that come with Concert preparation. Join us for this rewarding artistic experience! |
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