Welcome to the Performing Arts Academy
Ray Lynn Green is the owner and founder of the Performing Arts Academy in Southaven, MS. Mrs. Green is a certified dance instructor and a member of Dance Masters of America. She has dedicated her life to dance, ballet, and theatre. Her school is committed to guiding it's students to reach the highest standards in dance and ballet. Mrs. Green is a past-President of Mid-America Chapter #34 Dance Masters of America. She is a National Examiner for the Dance Masters of America and currently a member of Mid-South Chapter #41 of Dance Masters of America. She has had the honor of serving as judge for dance and ballet competitions, beauty pageants, teaching Master classes, choreographed a variety of musical performances and freelance dancing. She serves as the Artistic Director for Performing Arts Academy and Mid-South Ballet Theatre. As a fifth generation dancer, an international dance adjudicator, and one who has trained several current dance professionals, her artistic skills guide both Performing Arts Academy and Mid-South Ballet Theater to be the marquee place to enjoy dance, ballet, and theatre.
How to choose a dance school.
Every student (adults, teens or children) who takes dance class, whether for: improved fitness, coordination, confidence, an aspiring professional career, or even just for fun, must be trained to the highest standards to ensure positive results. Before you choose a career in dance, you have to consider various variables. For these reasons you should spend some time searching for a good dance school.
Here are some criteria to help you choose the studio that will meet your dancing needs:
A Qualified Teacher
Your choice of dance instructor is fundamental to your future success as a dancer. Consider the experience, training and teaching background of the faculty. Take time to check the dance instructor's qualifications. The philosophy of the studio and its owners
Check out what the basic philosophy of the school is. Is the principal goal to teach people to dance? Is it to teach people to dance technically correct? Is it to teach people to enjoy dancing and do it correctly? Or, is it to maintain the competing professionals in the studio and guarantee they are advancing? Is it run as a lucrative business? Is it a combination of the above?-
A Cushioned Dance Floor
Look for a professional floor that is well-cushioned to absorb the shock of jumping. These floors are cushioned and offer a non-slip surface for dancers. Studios should not have concrete floors. -
Small Class Sizes
It is easier for a teacher to keep control over a smaller class. Having fewer students, allows each student to receive more attention and personalized instruction. -
Professional Facilities
The overall atmosphere of a dance school is the key to your success. The studio should be warm and attractive, as well as the staff. The studio should be clean and well-maintained. The dancing room should be well-ventilated and wide, with mirrors at least one entire wall. Small spaces limit what you can do. -
Curriculum
Think about the variety, difficulty, and regularity of technique classes. -
Reasonable Tuition and Fees
Ask about their own personal accomplishments in dancing. A key here is that the skill to teach another individual is not innate in a good dancer. Winning competitions does not make a dancer a better dance trainer than someone who is skilled at training and teaching.
Make sure the dance instructor is certified to teach dance.
Most dance schools take part in competitions and conventions. These can be fun and exciting ways to show off your abilities or improve them. Some extra classes or rehearsals are offered to preparing for competitions.
Is performance required or elective? May all students participate, or are opportunities limited to those who audition successfully?
You should ask about how much are the cost and fees. School owners will give you this information. Are there any particular deals? Ensure that you absolutely understand exactly which lessons are included in the prices that are quoted.
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