END OF SUMMER

Hey everyone so yes it's the end of summer! Absolutely crazy that it has passed so fast! The SWS Intensive was our most successful to date! MANY instructors commented on how disciplined and hard working our girls and boys are and raved about their technique! When guest instructors have such a great experience it is incredible for the students and the studio. Last season for example, Twitch had such a good time working at SWS that he spoke personally to his friends in the business promoting our studio!
Congratulations to all who won their audition rounds. Stephen from DaCosta continues to be impressed with the progress and training!
Congratulations to:
Tayja
Emily
Jazmyn
Brittany
Andrea

Andrew is in the office this Monday through Thursday from 5-9pm registering, booking meetings and answering questions about our 4 different programs we have available! 905 723 1133

Talk soon!

COMMENTS FROM STUDENTS AND PARENTS WHO JOINED JUST THIS SUMMER

We thought we would share just a few of the comments that students and parents have made this summer!

"I have been to three studios in the area and NO ONE has ever taught me like this! I am so happy to be here!"

Thomas 16yrs- student new just this summer

"I have not seen training like this in all my 12yrs with my daughters involved in dance. Best training ever!"

Tamara- parent

"If I didn't live so far away I would be training at SWS!"

Anna- parent of students who took summer open class program

"I wish I switched to SWS earlier!"

Zoe 15yrs- student new to SWS this summer

"My daughter didn't enjoy tap but after Mandy's class I couldn't get her to stop tapping!"

Adrianna- parent new to SWS this summer

Come on in and see why everyone has so many wonderful things to say!

ATMOSPHERE IS AMAZING!

If you have not been out to an open class yet this summer come on out! The faculty are all very excited about our returning and new families joining us for SWS's 2012 season! The atmosphere in the studio is amazing! Everyone is working so hard towards their personal goals and are all motivating each other which is wonderful to see!

If you are looking to become a part of a great team come on out and try a class!

OPEN CLASSES ARE ON

Have you ever wondered what SWS is like? Heard a lot but never seen it for yourself?? Come on out and try an open class. We have many levels. Some more advanced and some less. No matter what your age its never too late to find out how far you or your little one could go! The office is open Mon-Thurs 5-9pm for open classes, private lessons and our recreational summer program.

Artistic Director Amanda Coatham is back this season! Last season she was off as she just had her baby girl Mya. Now she is very excited to be back full time this summer for open classes and its one of her favorites times of year! SWS has many outstanding faculty members that will be instructing during the open classes. For example: Tuesdays include Danny Davalos and O.I.P. staff for hip hop and there are many more exciting classes going on!

You can find the schedule on the website under competitive summer open classes.

We hope to see you there!

INDIVIDUAL AND GROUP MEETINGS

Next week Tuesday May 3rd 2011 Sasha and I are excited to be hosting group and indiviual meetings for all those interested. If you would like to reserve a time slot please call our office manager Andrew at (905) 723 1133. Group meeting are extremely beneficial! Often times other attendees will think of questions that you may not have thought to ask. We welcome everyone to book a meeting and ask as many questions as they like about our program and its results.
Looking forward to meeting many families that are in search of a program that will show progress, because afterall if you are going to invest in something everyone wants to see results.

Take care and we'll see you soon!

MEETINGS AVAILABLE WEEKLY!

Have you ever had questions about SWS but never had the opportunity to ask them?

Get the information straight from the source!

Meetings with the Artistic Directors are happening weekly!

Our office Manager Andrew will be happy to help you find a time suitable for you!

Call (905) 723 - 1133

SWS MAKES HEADWAY

So we are back from our first competition of the season and are glad to say we have some very very good results and noticable improvement from the ENTIRE studio. Not only have students ages 6-18yrs have improved but the faculty has truly outdone themselves this season!

Step with Style earned the HIGHEST MARK in the entire competition with a mark of 97 for Can't Stop 12yrs Open extended Line! This was 1st place from 721 routines! CONGRATS to ALL!

We urge everyone to come and view this routine. The electric energy in the audience and on stage is something you cannot describe. This routine performs next at the Richmondhill Theatre Sunday May 1st at 12pm for the Rhythm Dance Competition. We encourage ALL to come out and see it!

Earning the top mark in ALL divisions Junior Intermediate and Senior! Step with Style took ALL three of the Galaxy of Stars Supernova awards (the top mark of the entire division.) CONGRATS to all students and instructors for your hardwork!

JUNIOR SUPER NOVA WINNER:

"Dance Like Michael Jackson"

10yrs Tap Group

Choreographer Amanda Coatham

INTERMEDIATE SUPER NOVA WINNER:

"Can't Stop!"

12yrs Open Extended Line

Choreographers Amanda Coatham, Sasha Chifman, Maria Freethy, Almitra McMillan & Heather Humphries

SENIOR SUPER NOVA WINNER:

"Love The Way You Lie"

16yrs Open Group

Choreographer Amanda Coatham

Earning high marks in tap jazz open acro ballet etc the studio was also recognized for countless choreography awards for many members of the faculty!

A special shout out to our Novice group "Belle" 6yrs Song and Dance for earning 1st place AND Highest mark for Novice Group/Line-EXCELLENT FIRST TIME OUT!

Judges Heather Leslie, Lara Lever and Robin Calvert were extremely impressed with how versatile our students are. Comments from the judges -"Very hirable students!" "SWS students have a bright future ahead of them!" and "Excellent training keep up the good work!"

The song and dance groups were a HUGE hit! Murmurs from the audience could be heard no matter where you sat, "Those girls are actually singing!" "Oh my they can SING TOO!"

We are very proud -each and every student from SWS SANG as well as danced. Many routines performed so well people thought it was a recording! We want to thank Tony Chilco for your help with the microphones backstage YOU ARE AMAZING!

We thank all the dads and moms for your help with props backstage. We could not do it without you! And of course THANK YOU to Andrew our office manager! Andrew came out and stayed the entire weekend to cheer on everyone at SWS. There is such an amazing family at SWS. You guys all rock and we can't wait to see you at Rhythm!

The website will hold all of the results soon in the awards and recognition link -(Competitive) Stay tuned for that!