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About Our School |
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We are conveniently located on Route 27, between Main Street and Towne Mall, behind the empty Wheeler’s car lot. Google Map Directions Our school has over 4,000 square feet and accommodates two traditional, spacious studios. Wall to wall mirrors and barres allow students to visually correct technique and body alignment. An expansive waiting area allows family members to relax and chat with other parents while their dancers are taking class. A closed-circuit TV camera allows for observation of dancers in class. Observation days are scheduled which provides students with a first performing experience. The family atmosphere that permeates Reflections in Dance is one of caring and nurturing. A helpful front desk receptionist greets students and parents and can answer your questions promptly. We will operate in accordance with the rules and policies as established by the school. Since ballet is the foundation for all dance forms, it is recommended for ALL students. Our ballet syllabus combines the best of the Russian (Vaganova), Italian (Cecchetti) and Balanchine (American) schools. Our program is divided into levels which enable students to advance based on ability and experience; young children are usually grouped by age. POINTE: Reputable ballet schools DO NOT place students “on pointe” at an early age (10 or under, usually) or after only a few years of training. To do so is to put unnatural stress on the dancers young bones and muscles. Pre-pointe students must take 2 classes per week to build strength and prepare for new challenges. Students who choose to take other dance forms are also grouped by ability and experience. Our teachers will also instruct students individually when a student is in need due to limitations or if he/she needs an extra challenge. Individual attention is given to each and every student specifically to ensure maximum potential for their body. We emphasize correct placement to eliminate injuries due to unnecessary stress depending upon each dancers physical abilities. Students receive a solid technical education and learn discipline through our diverse and energetic classes. We believe that learning should be structured and disciplined, but it can still be fun!
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Call: 410-857-9476 |
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Kalea Kaiser, Co-Owner/Director: Kalea has been dancing since age 4 and trained in classical ballet under the Royal Academy of Dance with the Peabody Institute until high school. She then studied locally where she learned Russian and Italian ballet technique, modern, jazz and tap. She attended Goucher College and majored in dance education. She teaches Creative Movement, Ballet, Pointe, Tap and the Special Needs Classes. Her desire is to share her passion and knowledge of dance to every student in the school and maintain a high standard of instruction by creating an enjoyable and productive learning environment.
Sandra West: Co-Owner and School Administrator: Sandi has been a resident of Carroll County since 2000. She began working with her mother in a business office at the age of 12 and has many years of experience working in daycare and educational facilities. Sandi has prior dance training and assists in the younger children’s classes and the special needs classes as needed. She brings her knowledge of children and business together with her love of dance. Sandi is available to help anytime at the front desk. Faculty : Megan Scherr : (Modern, Hip-Hop, Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, Pilates) Megan attended UNC Greensboro and Majored in Dance Performance and Technique. Megan is also a registered Pilates Instructor. Megan danced competitively for 8 years. She is very well versed in many dance forms and is enthusiastic about passing on her knowledge to our students.
Carolyn Sanagursky: Carolyn Sanagursky began dancing at the early age of 3 in Upstate New York at Botsford Ballet. After moving to Maryland, she attended Ballet Royale Institute of Maryland in Columbia and was later accepted in their Pre-professional Enrichment Program. Carolyn studied the Vaganova syllabus and received training from well known dancers and choreographers. She competed in the Youth America Grand Prix Philadelphia regional and was a Top 12 Finalist in 2002, 2003, and 2004. In American Dance Awards regional she was awarded "Dancer of the Year Runner Up" in 2002. In 2007 Carolyn was accepted to attend Nutmeg Conservatory for the Arts in Torrington, Connecticut. She received training and coaching from world renown teachers . In 2008 was accepted to the prestigious Joffery Ballet School's Trainee Program in New York City. Unfortunately, shortly after being accepted, became injured and was unable to continue pursuing a professional ballet career. She now resides in Taneytown, Maryland and teaches dance to all ages.
Becca Arthur: Becca has been dancing since the age of 4 and has studied under Megan Scherr and Kalea Kaiser during her high school years. She is a student at McDaniel College where she continues dancing through student workshops and performances. Becca teaches tap, jazz, ballet, modern and assists with the special needs classes.
Donna Langmede: Certified Occupational Therapist. Donna has worked in the Carroll County School system for over 15 years working with children with disabilities. Donna shares our love of dance and helps to incorporate her knowledge and expertise in our special needs classes.
Brittany Bransford instructs our intermediate tap class. She is a former student of Reflections In Dance and has worked closely with Ms. Megan over the years to build her skill and knowledge in tap.
Mandi Zgorski: substitute and guest Mandi has been teaching for over 6 years and has been awarded several honors for her choreography in the competition circuits. She has been performing and dancing since a very young age and is a valuable member of our teaching team. Currently Ms. Mandi is away continuing her education, however, she makes herself available to teach when she is back in town. Once she has her OT certification she will be back to teach in our special needs classes. |
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Thanks To Mercer Floors for their generous donation |
