Cookie Joe's Jazz Company Performers

Can the summer really be half way through? Yes, and many parents and students are thinking ahead to the hip hop, tap, ballet, theatrical dance and jazz classes they would like to take at Cookie Joe’s Dancin’ School. The Fall/Spring schedule is posted and the popular classes are beginning to fill up. The Fall semester classes begin Monday, August 16. Be sure to call the office during regular hours (M – TH, 4pm – 9 pm; Sat 9am – 1:30 pm) if you have questions about the upcoming year.

In light of the current economic environment, Tran and Cookie agreed to keep tuition rates the same as the 2009/2010 school year. This will allow dancers to continue to enjoy weekly classes without hurting the family budget. Thanks Tran and Cookie.

When will my daughter be ready for toe shoes?

First, the correct term is pointe shoes. It comes from the French origin of ballet in the 14^th century.

Dancers should be at least 10 years of age. Teachers must evaluate the strength and structure of the torso, abdominal back, feet and legs. A young ballerina must be able to maintain proper placement, stability and balance. Regular attendance in class is key to mastering pointe work. A dance student must realize that acquiring pointe shoes is not a goal but a passage to the next level of dance training.  It is difficult and usually painful.

A strong commitment and sense of dedication is essential to achieving flow and grace of classical pointe work.

The Bojangle’s scholarship recognizes dancers that exhibit a passion for dance and a commitment to excellence in technique and performance. The recipient must demonstrate character and integrity. Winners receive a full year scholarship beginning in the summer semester and a featured dance in the upcoming revue.

This year we honor three young women. It is a Dancin’ School first to have a three way tie. The winners announced at the Cookie Joe’s Dancin’ School 2010 Revue are: Suyrya Daniels, Stephania Olivarez, and Sofia Nash.

Congratulations ladies and we look forward to watching you progress in your dancing during the following year.