Studio A
Gold’s Gym
Plaza Studio
8906-E W. Broad St
Henrico, VA 23294
(804) 747-0533
Studio B
2601 Tuckernuck Dr
Henrico, VA 23294
(Off Broad Street
near Value City Furniture & DeFazio)
Children and Teen Classes
6 week sessions
at Studio A
Gold's Gym Plaza
Adult/Teen Classes
8 week session
at Studio A
Gold's Gym Plaza
Studio B
2601 Tuckernuck Dr
Henrico, VA 23294
(Off Broad Street
near Value City Furniture & DeFazio)
Studio A
Gold’s Gym
Plaza Studio
8906-E W. Broad St
Henrico, VA 23294
(804) 747-0533
Sessions at Studio B
2601 Tuckernuck Dr
Elizabeth Turner, a Louisiana native, began her dance training at Giacobbe Academy of Dance in New Orleans eventually becoming a member of Delta Festival Ballet. She continued her studies with Harvey Hysell and was delighted to perform in many productions for the New Orleans Ballet. Ms. Turner is a graduate of the University of Utah, where she received both her BFA and MFA in ballet pedagogy. After graduation, Ms. Turner moved to Virginia and has been dancing, teaching, and choreographing in the Richmond community for more than twenty years. In addition to working for RDC, she is currently adjunct faculty for the dance department at the University of Richmond.
Myra Daleng is an Artistry Certified BeMoved® Instructor which is an adult dance fitness experience for all abilities. Ms. Daleng founded the dance program at the University of Richmond and was the Director of Dance there for 28 years. Upon retiring in May, 2013 she was named Director of Dance Emerita. She holds a bachelor of arts in dance from the University of Maryland and a masters of science in dance from James Madison University. Ms. Daleng received a University of Richmond Distinguished Educator Award in 2010 and in 2011 she was the recipient of the Theresa Pollak Lifetime Achievement Award for excellence in the arts.
Katy McCormack
Modern Dance
Tuition Notes
• The tuition rate is based upon the total number of classes taken per family.
• Tuition paid by cash or check must accompany your registration form. You may pay in 1 or 2 payments. Those taking 3 or more classes may arrange for a payment plan.
• A $20.00 late fee will be charge to accounts not paid by the payment due date. We do not send out bills, so please note payment due dates in the studio newsletter.
• A service charge of $30.00 will be assessed on any returned checks. Make checks payable to Richmond Dance Center.
•Registration may be processed online or at the studio. Tuition is not refundable and enrollment is for the full semester regardless of payment plan chosen.
Katy McCormack found her love for dance at a very young age, beginning her training right here at Richmond Dance Center studying ballet, jazz, tap and lyrical. In high school, Katy attending Henrico High School’s Center for the Arts, where she fell in love with the art of Modern Dance. In 2009, Katy began her education with a BA in Theatre and Dance at James Madison University and a Minor in Exceptional Education. While attending James Madison University, Katy had the pleasure of working with numerous guest artists, studying abroad in London, and in 2013, had her work “Ladylike” chosen for the Contemporary Dance Ensemble’s spring concert, New Voices in Dance. Upon graduating from JMU, Katy moved back to Richmond where she joined RVA Dance Collective, a modern dance company that strives to make dance and dance performance accessible to all members of the community. Katy is thrilled to be back at the studio teaching the modern class and hopes to fill her students with the same passion she gained while studying at Richmond Dance Center!
Three Year Old (Pre-Ballet) Class
This class is for children who are three years old and ready to take class without parental assistance. The fun and creative activities are especially designed for this age. (30 minutes)
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Creative Dance
This class is an introduction to dance for 4 and 5 year olds. Besides learning various ballet positions, the students will work on rhythms, musicality, flexibility, and balance. It is a fun-paced class designed to help the students this age meet with success in their first exposure to dance. (45 minute class)
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Ballet I
A class designed for 6, 7, and 8 year olds who have taken Creative Dance or have no previous dance experience. The students this age are ready for a wider range of ballet steps while still exploring elements of creative movement. (1 hour class)
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Ballet II, III, etc.
As students become more accomplished at ballet technique, they will progress through higher levels which will eventually involve point work. (1 hour class)
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Child Tap I
An introduction to tap for the student who is at least 6 years old. Basic tap elements and various aspects of rhythm will be explored in this class. (45 minute class)
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Intro to Jazz/Hip Hop I/II
A jazz class designed for the younger student who is not quite old enough to do the Child Jazz/Hip Hop I/II. Students must be at least 6 years old and in the first grade.
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Child Jazz - Hip Hop I/II
This class introduces and practices various elements of jazz and hip hop dance. Students work on dance terminology, rhythms, and flexibility to contemporary music. This form of dance includes the styles seen in music videos. Students must be at least 8 years old. (1 hour class)
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Competition Class
This class works on the "flashy" elements of dance such as leaps, turns, and drops to the floor. Students must be 13 and older with previous dance training. A second technique class such as lyrical or jazz is required. (1 hour class)
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Hip Hop (Teen and Adult)
This class works on the hip hop style of jazz. Previous dance experience is required and students must take another technique class such as jazz, ballet, or lyrical. (1 hours class)
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Teen Ballet (Pre-Pointe)
This class prepares students to take on the challenges of pointe work in ballet class. Students will be assessed by their teacher to determine when they are ready to actually purchase pointe shoes and begin their pointe work in class.
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Teen Ballet (No Pointe)
This is for the dancer who recognizes the importance of ballet training to their development as a dancer, but who doesn't wish to do pointe work in class.
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Adult Tap I, Jazz I, Ballet I
These are introductory level classes for the adult (or teen) student. No previous dance experience is required. More advanced classes are also available at the adult level. (1 hour class)
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Pointe
This class requires approval from the instructor and the dancers must take two ballet classes per week.
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