A happy new year to JSHD dancers & their families! We certainly finished 2012 off right with the 5th Annual Highland Holiday Ceilidh & Tea featuring Back of the Bus & The Glenlily Highland Dancers & The JSHD Dancers!

Thank you to all dancers, parents, family and friends for your support of the Ceilidh! Another big thank you to the band Back of the Bus and the Glenlily Highland dancers for sharing their talents with us. It was a huge success and a memorable afternoon to say the least! If you have pictures of videos of the choreography from the day I would LOVE to have a copy.

Now we are into what I consider the competitive season including the first championships of the 2012 season. Some dancers are planning to head to the Western Canadian Championship & Competition in Kamloops at the end of March. Edmonton is also hosting the ever popular spectacle the ScotDance Canada Championship Series from July 11th – 15th, 2012. These events include competition for dancers of all levels. If you are intersted in getting involved don’t hesitate to speak to Miss Kendra about any questions you might have.  

Let’s finish this fifth & fabulous year off right!

If you or someone you know is interested in Highland dance I may be able to squeeze them into the Jan. 9^th – May 31^st, 2012 session. Please see the below brochure for more information on our studio and don’t hesitate to browse the website.

Sept. 2011 Brochure – JSHD

The studio will be closed Dec. 28^th – Jan. 8^th, 2012

If you are new to the studio and interested in Highland dance lessons between Jan. 9th & May 31st, 2012 please email kendra@jonespilatesandhighland.com with your child’s age, experience level and days of availability. I will make an effort to reply to your email as soon as possible.

JSHD will re-open on Jan. 9^th at which time I will be returning phone calls and emails. Thank you for your understanding and enjoy the holiday season!

• ALL competing dancers MUST renew their ScotDance / SOBHD cards for 2012 to be eligible to compete in ANY competition in the New Year.
• This year, I will be taking a second collection of cards to reduce class time interruptions for signing & headaches of incomplete forms for the dancers, parents, myself & the volunteer registrar.
• PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR COMPLETED FORM TO THE STUDIO BY JAN. 13^TH, 2012.  After this, dancers / parents will be responsible for sending in their own cards individually. All forms must be signed by Miss Kendra prior to mailing. The 5 minutes at the beginning of your dancer’s class is normally an appropriate time to interrupt.
• There may be several items that accompany the renewal application. Please include all items (i.e. picture, photocopies ect.). 
• Forms available at the studio (limited number) or by clicking here.
• Please note: if you are unsure whether your dancer will compete in 2012 you may register with the SOBHD / ScotDance Canada at any time.  At least 2 weeks must be allowed for processing.
• Please note: NEW! –ALL DANCERS WILL REGISTER WITH SCOTDANCE SASKATCHEWAN.

Congratulations again to all dancers. You should have received your written critique. We are now waiting on the medals and awards direct from Scotland. These may take anywhere from a 3-9months. Please be patient. I will distribute these as soon as they are received.  

Winners: Kabrea R., Alaina Z. and Brittany H. will all be added to the trophy in the waiting room! Congrats dancers!

Also honourable mentions to Nova C., Briza Z. and Brianna B.

Wee Kilites is an introduction to Highland dance for children aged 3 & 4yrs.

Class dates and time are: Jan. 12^th – Feb. 16^th, 2012 Thursdays 4-4:30pm

Cost: $36

If you would like to register please contact Kendra at (306) 821 – 6061 or by emailing kendra@jonespilatesandhighland.com.

Championship & Extra Classes – January – April $115

Championship Classes: Mondays 5:00 – 6:15pm – Appropriate for Intermediate & Premier dancers or by invitation

Extra Classes: Tuesdays 6-7pm & Thursdays 5-6pm – Appropriate for competitive dancers, all levels.

PLEASE NOTE: CHAMPIONSHIP & EXTRA CLASSES WILL BEGIN IN JANUARY AND FINISH IN APRIL.

Regular lessons will continue through May.

Privates and semi-private lessons are great for more one-on-one attention. Dancers can focus on their personal corrections from their teachers, from workshops, or from medal test critiques. Check with your dancer regarding their goals for the dance year: you may find that private or semi-private lessons will make these goals more realistic.

Private lessons are available with Miss Kendra, Miss Brittany or Miss Hailey. Please arrange all lessons through Miss Kendra.

Mondays:  Miss Kendra

Tuesdays & Tuesdays: Miss Brittany or Miss Hailey

Wednesdays: Miss Kendra (before 5pm), Miss Brittany or Miss Hailey

SPECIAL JANUARY DATES: Sunday January 22^nd 1-5pm

PLEASE VISIT www.jonespilatesandhighland.com FOR PRIVATE, SEMI-PRIVATES ECT. CANCELLATION POLICY.

The cakewalk is a partner dance that is occasionally offered in competition. Minimum 2 years Highland experience is recommended before cakewalk competition. Additional costuming is required and must be provided by the dancer.

At least 1 semi-private is recommended at least 1-2 weeks prior to the competition. If interested, please discuss partnering, costumes / theme as well as additional lessons with Miss Kendra.

Saskatoon’s February Competition traditionally offers a cakewalk competition as do other competitions around Alberta throughout the year.