About

JF Studio Dancers offers an extensive range of dance classes for students aged 5 through to young adults, with novice dancers welcome at any age. Dance styles include jazz ballet, modern contemporary, hip-hip / funk and theatrical. F.A.T.D. Presentation Jazz Examinations are offered annually, though not compulsory.

As well as weekly dance classes, we also proudly host two award-winning eisteddfod teams. Judges frequently praise JF Studio Dancers performances for our team harmony and obvious pleasure that the dancers derive from dancing.

The three key elements to the success of JF Studio Dancers are:
1) The personalised instruction
2) A step-by-step method for teaching intricate routines
3) The students' enjoyment and commitment to dance

Our ideal class size of 15 to 20 students, provides for interesting formations whilst allowing maximum student-teacher interaction. Every class learns several dance routines, culminating in an annual showcase. This concert provides all students with the opportunity to perform before friends and family.

JF Studio Dancers saves parents both time and money by offering classes which include an array of dance styles. All dances are choreographed to develop a full-range of dance fundamentals, to the tune of the latest popular music. Regular exercise improves strength, stamina, balance and overall cardiovascular fitness. Dance can also provide poise, grace, posture and rhythm. Although our focus remains on technique and skill-building, our teachers continually create an atmosphere of fun, camaraderie and teamwork.

The underlying principal of JF Studio Dancers has been, and will always be, to help each dancer to find gratification and joy through dancing.

Teachers

	Janine Foster F.A.T.D. Janine has 23 years of dance teaching experience. Trained in classical ballet B.B.O. and R.A.D., jazz ballet, ballroom partnerwork and modern contemporary, and competing in the South Pacific Championships, Janine teaches with experience and enthusiasm. She takes great pride in watching her dancers grow and progress over the years, holding a special place for each student.
	Samantha Carnuccio (nee Grant) Samantha brings a unique urban dance style to JF Studio Dancers, with a background in jazz ballet, tap, hip-hop / funk and modern contemporary. Samantha was a dancer and competitor in the South Pacific Championships. She has been dancing for 18 years and helps JF Studio Dancers achieve outstanding results in many eisteddfods.
	Sarah Foster F.A.T.D. Sarah has been brought up in JF Studio Dancers, dancing for 18 years. She is well known for teaching fun, unique and theatrical dances. Sarah has trained in jazz ballet, ballroom, hip-hop / funk, tap, modern contemporary, theatrical and classical ballet. Sarah was a dancer who performed in the Bootmen section of the Opening Ceremonies of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games, as well as the South Pacific Championships.
	Carlita Foster F.A.T.D. Carlita has grown up with JF Studio Dancers and is well respected by the students for her talent and creativity. Dancing for over 20 years, she has trained in jazz ballet, ballroom partnerwork, tap, hip-hop / funk, theatrical and modern contemporary. Carlita also performed in both the South Pacific Championships and the Bootmen section of the Opening Ceremonies of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games.

Types of Dance

JF Studio Dancers prides itself in the quality of dance and quantity of dance styles. Our experienced teachers teach classes in:

Achievements

JF Studio Dancers have been competing in dance eisteddfods for over 10 years. Some of these eisteddfods include: Ryde Eisteddfod, Allambie Extreme, City of Holroyd Eisteddfod, Warringah Eisteddfod, and Dynamic Dance Festival to name a few.

Listed below are the classes entered in the eisteddfods, and their ranking each year:

Dance Attire

Girls:
Black lycra leotard, black jazz skirt, tan coloured stockings, black stirrup legwarmers, black split-sole jazz shoes (please seek permission for black jazz boots).
Optional: black hot pants and black jazz pants.
Boys:
Black Bonds t-shirt, black full length pants, black stirrup legwarmers, black split-sole jazz shoes (please seek permission for black jazz boots).
Optional: black 3/4 pants.

All dancers are to have their hair tied back; buns are preferred but pony-tails are accepted. If you choose not to wear legwarmers, please ensure that your shoelaces are either cut short or tucked in to avoid slipping. School uniforms and jeans will not be permitted. Chewing gum is strictly prohibited.

Dance wear is available from North Shore Ballet Centre Chatswood (Ph. 9412 3560), Synergy Inc Dancewear (Ph. 9797 9830), and all Bloch Dancewear Stores (Ph. 9412 1550).