CRAFTING DANCERS SINCE 1991
804 Broadway West Long Branch, NJ 07764
732-389-9118 - info@movementdanceacademy.com
www.movementdanceacademy.com owner & director Lawrence Edwards
2 0 2 4 - 2 0 2 5
TUITION OPTIONS $50.00 Registration fee, per student, per year. No refunds on tuition payments. 38 weeks is billed over 9 months & 42 weeks is billed over 10 months.
MOVEMENT DANCE ACADEMY MOVEMENT DANCE ACADEMY HAS BEEN CRAFTING ARTIST SINCE 1991, AND IS RECOGNIZED AS ONE OF MONMOUTH COUNTY’S MOST DIVERSE, INNOVATIVE, AND PROGRESSIVE STUDIOS. CLASSES ARE OFFERED BY THE MOST QUALIFIED AND CERTIFIED TEACHERS THAT HAVE TRAINED AND PERFORMED ALL OVER THE WORLD, BRINGING REAL WORLD EXPERIENCES TO EACH CLASSROOM. At the Movement Dance Academy, we believe that participation in dance instruction can influence a child for a lifetime. From the beginner attending for the joy of movement to the pre-professional level. MDA provides an environment appropriate for students ages 2.5 yrs - 18 yrs. Our mission is to build individuals’ self-confidence, character and discipline, while helping them learn the benefits of team work and giving them the opportunity to recognize their own abilities to achieve their life dreams.The lessons our students learn about themselves through dance are monumental for whatever they pursue in life. Movement stands out from other local studios because our program is structured to build a solid foundation in all dance subject areas with instructors that specialize in the art they teach in. Classes that we offer: ( Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Modern, Acro, Lyrical, Hip Hop, Contemporary & all boys dance classes) Dancer class placement is determined by age, ability & maturity.
Hours Per Week
Option A Monthly
Option B Trimester 3%
Option C Semester 5%
Option D Yearly 10%
1 Hour Per Week
$87.00
$247.35
$371.92
$704.70
11⁄2 Hours Per Week
$130.50
$379.76
$557.88
$1057.05
2 Hours Per Week
$174.00
$506.34
$743.85
$1409.40
21⁄2 Hours Per Week
$217.50
$632.92
$929.81
$1761.75
3 Hours Per Week
$261.00
$759.51
$1115.77
$2132.10
31⁄2 Hours Per Week
$304.50
$886.09
$1301.74
$2466.45
4 Hours Per Week
$348.00
$1012.68
$1487.70
$2818.80
41⁄2 Hours Per Week
$391.50
$1139.26
$1673.66
$3171.15
5 Hours Per Week
$435.00
$1265.85
$1859.62
$3523.50
51⁄2 Hours Per Week
$478.50
$1392.44
$2045.59
$3875.85
UNLIMITED 38 Weeks
$498.00
$1449.18
$2128.95
$4033.80
UNLIMITED TEAM 42 Weeks $498.00
$1610.20 $2365.50
$4482.00
UNLIMITED TEAM 42 weeks 1team mem + non team sib UNLIMITED-X 42 weeks 2 or more team members
$535.00
$1729.51 $2541.25
$4815.00
$599.00
$1936.76 $2845.25
$5391.00
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES ANNUAL STUDENT RECITAL (TENTATIVE JUNE 1 & 2 2024) At the conclusion of each academic year, the Movement Dance Academy proudly presents its annual student recital. These shows are held at the Brookdale Community College Performing Arts Center, Lincroft. Financial requirements for participation in the student recitals include, a costume for each class that a student attends (approximately $95-$105), as well as reserved seating tickets for audience members ($30).
SUMMER SESSION
July 22, 2024 - August 23, 2024
FALL SESSION BEGINS
September 7, 2024
BRING A FRIEND WEEK
October 7-12, 2024
TEACHERS CONVENTION STUDIO CLOSED
November 7-10, 2024
THANKSGIVING BREAK
November 27-30, 2024
WINTER SHOWCASE FILMING
December 16 - 21, 2024
WINTER BREAK
December 22 - January 1, 2025
MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY
January 20, 2025
PRESIDENTS WEEKEND STUDIO CLOSED
February 14-17, 2025
SPRING BREAK STUDIO CLOSED
April 15 - April 21, 2025
CLASS PICTURE WEEK
MAY 20-22, 2025
MEMORIAL WEEKEND STUDIO CLOSED
May 23- May 26, 2025
RECITAL
Aug 31 & June 1, 2025
NATIONALS PRACTICE BEGINS
TBD
TUITION - is based on a 38-week program including dress rehearsal & pictures, Movement will not pro-rate tuition & tuition is non-refundable. If you are going to miss more than 30 days of class you may freeze your account, which will reserve your place in class. If you chose to cancel classes you must submit request in writing 30 days prior to the stop of class. In the event a cancelation notice is less than 30 days prior to the start of the new session/month, the entire session will be charged. There are no refunds given for students that discontinue taking lessons at any time during the session. CLASS MAKE-UP POLICY – Student can makeup a class if we offer a comparable class age/skill level. MAKE UP CLASS CAN NOT BE MADE UP AFTER APRIL 1st . In the event a student becomes injured or sick and can no longer take class due to the injury or illness, a doctors note can be submitted to cancel classes. In the event of a goverment/state shut down it will be at the discretion of MDA to freeze accounts based on the information provided by state and local governments. Under no circumstances will tuition be refunded. Any missed classes will be credited to your account for future use. OPTION A MONTHLY - Monthly payments are available paid via Visa, Mastercard, Discover or check. Your card number and signature will be kept on file, tuition will be automatically deducted on the 1st of the month. OPTION B TRIMESTER - Payment must be made in full on or before September 10th, December 1st, March 1st. Payment may be cash, check or Visa,MasterCard, & Discover, Paypall, & Venmo. A 3% discount has been applied. OPTION C SEMESTER - Payment must be made in full on or before September 10th, & February 1st by cash, check, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, Paypall, & Venmo. A 5% discount has been applied. Late payments will be charged a $35 late fee. OPTION D YEARLY - Payment in full for the fall dance season, September 10th through June 1st, is due September 10th by cash, check Visa, MasterCard, Discover, Paypall, & Venmo. A 10% discount has been applied. Late payments will be charged a $35 late fee. TUITION OPTIONS $45.00 Registration fee, per family, per year. No refunds on tuition payments.
PARKING LOT GUIDELINES
Movement Dance Academy
Absolutely no parking permitted in this area!
Movement is located at the blue star. If parents plan to drop o ff children it is requested that you drop o ff at the garden section of the parking lot (Red Star). Please do not enter the parking are closes to the Movement door. It is designated for sta ff and other businesses. Please note: Broadway can be very busy depending on the time of day. Movement suggests turning right out of the parking lot for added safety especially for our younger drivers.
SESSION BEGINS 9/7/24 UPDATED 6/05/24 9:00AM
FALL SCHEDULE 2024-2025
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
4:30-5:30 Lev C Acro
4:00-5:30 Lev B Ballet/Tap
4:30-5:30 KNDR Jazz/Hip Hop
4:00-5:00 PK Ballet/Tap
4:30-5:30 Lev D Hip Hop
4:00-:5:00 Beg Tap Ages 11-14
4:30-5:30 Lev D Tap
4:30-7:30 B-D Team
4:15-5:00 Lev C Boys Team Hip
4:00-9:00 Open Studio Private Rehearsal
4:00-9:00 Open Studio Private Rehearsal
Dance Team 9:00-3pm
10:00-11:00 Lev D Acro
10:00-11:00 PK Ballet/Tap
JR (1)
DB (2T)
LOE (3)
DB (14)
LOE (15)
DB (26)
DB (40)
LOE,DB,EN (9T)
Hop LOE
LOE & DW
JR (53)
DB (54)
(51)
5:30-6:30 Lev C Ballet
5:30-6:30 Lev B Acro
5:30-6:30 Inter Jazz
5:30-6:30 Lev E Tap
5:30-6:15 Lev A Boys Hip Hop
5:00-6:00 KNDR Ballet/Tap
5:30-6:30 Sr Ballet
5:30-6:30 Lev D Lyrical/ Contemp
5:00-6:00 Inter Lyrical/ Contemp
4:30-6:00 Lev C Jazz/Hip Hop
5:00-6:00 Lev E Team
5:00-6:00 Lev A Ballet/Tap
5:30-6:30 Lev B Ballet/Tap
5:00-6:30 Jr/Sr Ballet/ Team
5:30-6:30 Lev D Jazz
5:30-6:30 Inter Team
5:00-5:45 Lev C Boys Team Tap
5:00-6:30 Lev B Team Jazz/Hip Hop
12:00-1:30 Team Production Lev C-Sr LOE & DW (T26) 1:30-3:00 Team Lines
11:00-12:00 Jr/SR Acro
11:00-12:00 KNDR Ballet/Tap
MY (4)
JR (5)
LOE (6)
DB (7)
LOE (16)
DB (17)
MY (18)
SG (19)
BM (27)
LOE (28)
EN (29)
DB (30)
DB (39)
SG (42)
BM (43)
AP (44)
DB (52)
LOE (2T)
JR (55)
DB (56)
6:30-7:30 E & Inter
6:30-7:30 Lev C Tap
6:30-7:30 Lev A Jazz/Hip Hop
6:30-7:30 Lev E Ballet
6:00-7:30 Lev C Ballet/Tap
6:30-7:30 Lev D Ballet
6:30-7:30 Jr/Sr Jazz
6:15-7:15 Lev B Jazz/ Hip Hop
6:00-7:00 Lev E Hip Hop
6:00-7:00 Lev C Tech
6:00-7:00 Inter Tap
6:00-7:00 Jr/Sr Tech
6:30-7:30 Ballet Lev D
6:30-7:30 Sr Team
6:30-7:30 Inter Team
6:30-7:30 Jr Team
Boys Acro
SG, LOE
JR (8)
DB (9)
LOE (59)
MY (10)
DB (65)
MY (21)
SG (22)
LOE (23)
MJ (31)
BM (32T)
MC (33)
EN (34)
MY (45T)
SG (46)
BM (47)
AP (48)
7:30-8:30 Inter Ballet
7:30-8:30 Lev E Acro
7:30-8:30 Lev E Boys Hip Hop Team
7:30-8:30 Jr Ballet
7:30-9:00 Sr Contemp
7:00-8:00 Inter Hip Hop
7:00-8:00 Jr./Sr Tap
7:00-8:00 Lev E Jazz
7:30-8:30 Inter Ballet
7:30-9:00 Jr Team
7:30-9:00 Sr Team
All Boys Team
MY (60)
SG (49)
BM (50)
SS (57)
MY (11)
JR (12)
LOE (13T)
MY (24)
SG (25)
MJ (35)
MC (36)
LOE (37)
8:00-9:00 Jr/Sr Hip Hop
Please note: Jr & Sr dancers switch 7:30-9:00 slots 11/15/24.
Sr Boys Team
SS (58
MJ (38)
SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY, CHANGE & CANCELATION (DANCERS CLASS PLACEMENT IS DETERMINED BY ABILITY, AGE, SKILL LEVEL, MATURITY & TEACHER RECOMMENDATION) DANCE TEAM MEMBERS PLACEMENT IS DETERMINED BY TEACHER & STUDIO DIRECTOR EVALUATION. TEAM AUDITION IS BY INVITATION ONLY. CLASSES CAN BE CREATED BY REQUEST IF SPACE & TIME ARE AVAILABLE, CLASS MUST HAVE AT LEAST 4 DANCERS REGISTERED TO RUN.
OWNER/DIRECTOR
Lawrence has been passionate about dance since the age of 8, when he first began studying the art form. After graduating from Red Bank Regional Performing Arts Dance program in 1999, he stepped into the professional world of dance, touring the country to perform for companies such as Paramount Pictures and Disney Productions. He later returned to the Tri- State area to join the Bass River Dance Project, a professional modern dance company. In order to further his career, Lawrence returned to school to pursue a degree in dance, and was awarded an arts scholarship from Rutgers and Mason Gross School of the Arts. He graduated in 2005 with a BFA in dance, becoming the first male to do so in over a decade. Throughout his college career, Lawrence maintained a name for himself in the professional field, and was a choreographer and performer for MTV, Madison Square Gardens’ New York Knicks and New York Liberty basketball halftime shows, and the New York based modern dance company Randy James Dance Works. After graduating, he continued to tour and teach across the nation, becoming a master teacher at several major colleges, and a guest teacher at the National High School Dance Festival and American College Dance Festival. On top of that, he has performed as a backup dancer for artists such as Jessica Simpson, Blaque, Donna Summers and Crystal Waters. Lawrence has his New Jersey State certification to teach dance in New Jersey public schools, and currently works as the head dance advisor and dance team coach for Shore Regional High School and an adjunct Professor at Monmouth University. His decades-long career in dance has been truly remarkable. In recognition of his achievements, most recently Lawrence was awarded the Monmouth County Performing Arts educator of the year award for 2023.
MANDATORY DRESS CODE PK & KNDR Combo Class Pink Leotard Pink Tights Pink Ballet Slippers
DANCE STUDIO FACILITY
Movement Dance Academy is a located on Broadway in West Long Branch. The studio consist of 4000 square ft of dance space. It has 25ft foot ceilings,
Black Patent Leather Tap Shoes Caramel Jazz Gore Jazz Shoes Black & White Adidas (Hip Hop) Level A, B & C Gray Leotard Pink Tights (Ballet)
massive skylight
windows, with rustic industrial aesthetics. An industrial warehouse dance studio
Caramel Tights (Jazz,Lyrical, Hip Hop & Contemporary) Girls Caramel Gore Shoes (Jazz) Boys Black Gore Shoes Tan Shell Toe (Lev A & B) or Black Lace Tap (Lev. C ) Pink Ballet Slipper (Ballet) White w/ Black Stripes Adidas Shell Toes (Hip Hop) Level D - Sr Black Leotard or Black Sports Bra Pink Tights or Black Leggings (Ballet) Caramel Gore Shoe (Jazz) Black Lace (Tap) Pink Ballet Slipper (Ballet) Black & White Adidas Super Stars (Inter-Adv) Team Hip Hop Sneakers For Dance Team Members
with an urban edge. Each dance studio has a specialized sprung Marley dance floor. The ultimate multi-
Boys Attire & Shoes Black Shorts or Pants White T-shirt
purpose floor ideally suited for all movement activities.
Black T-Shirt (Level C- Adv) Ballet Black Ballet Slippers Tap Black Lace Tap Shoes Jazz Black Jazz Shoes
White w/ Black Stripes Adidas Shell Toes (Hip Hop) Team Hip Hop Sneakers For Dance Team Members MOVEMENT CARRIES A FULL LINE OF DANCE SHOES & DANCE ATTIRE
SUMMER SCHEDULE 2024
5 WEEK SESSION 7/22/24 - 8/23/24
THURSDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
4:30-5:30 Lev B Acro
4:45-5:30 Lev A Tap
4:30-5:30 Lev D Team
4:45-5:30 Boys Lev B Hip Hop
4:00-5:00 PK Ballet/Tap
4:30-5:30 Lev C Ballet
4:00-5:00 Lev D Team
4:00-5:00 Lev A Jazz/ Hip Hop
4:00-5:00 PK Ballet/Tap
4:00-5:30 Lev B Jazz/Hip Hop
4:30-5:30 Lev A Ballet/Tap
4:30-5:30 Acro Lev C/D
JR (S1)
DB (S2)
LOE (S3)
LOE (S13)
DB (S14)
MY (S15)
EN (S25)
LOE (S26)
DB (S27)
LOE (S41)
DB (S42)
JR (S43)
5:30-6:30 Lev B Ballet
5:30-6:15 Lev A Acro
5:30-6:30 KNDR Jazz/Hip Hop
5:30-6:30 Lev D Tap
5:30-6:15 Boys Lev B Tap
5:30-6:15 Boys Lev A Hip Hop
5:30-6:30 SR Ballet
5:30-6:30 Lev C Lyrical/ Contemp
5:00-5:45 Lev A Ballet
5:00-6:00 Lev D Jazz
5:00-5:45 Jr/Sr Tech
5:00-6:00 KNDR Ballet/Tap
5:30-6:30 Inter Ballet
5:30-6:30 Lev D Lyrical/ Contemp
5:30-6:30 Lev C Tap
5:30-6:30 Jr/Sr Acro
MY (S4)
JR (S5)
LOE (S6)
DB (S7)
DB (S16)
LOE (S17)
MY (S18)
SG (S19)
MY (S28)
LOE (S29)
EN (S30)
DB (S31)
MY (S44)
SG (S45)
DB (S46)
JR (S47)
6:15-7:45 Lev B Ballet/Tap
6:30-7:30 Inter Acro
6:30-7:30 Lev B Tap
6:30-7:30 Lev D Team Boys Hip Hop
6:30-7:30 Lev D Ballet
6:30-7:30 Jr Ballet
6:30-7:30 Lev C Hip Hop
6:30-7:30 Sr Contemp
6:00-7:00 Lev D Hip Hop
5:45-7:00 Sr Team
6:00-7:00 Inter Tap
5:45-7:00 Jr Ballet
6:30-7:30 Ballet Lev C
6:30-7:30 Inter Tech
6:30-7:30 Jr/Sr Tech
6:30-7:30 D-Sr Boys Team
JR (S8)
DB (S9)
LOE (S10)
MY (S11)
MY (S20)
LOE (S21)
SG (S22)
DW (S32)
EN (33)
MC (S34)
MY (S35)
MY (S48)
EN (S49)
SG (S50)
SS (S51)
DB (S57)
7:00-8:00 Inter Hip Hop
7:00-8:00pm Lev D Ballet
7:30-8:30 Inter Ballet
7:30-9:00 Jr Contemp
7:30-9:00 Sr Team
7:00-8:00 Jr/SR Tap
7:30-8:30 Lev C Jazz
7:30-8:30 Sr Team
7:30-8:30 Jr Team
7:30-8:30 Sr Boys Team
MY (S12)
SG (S23)
LOE (S24)
MC (S37)
LOE (S52)
SG (S53)
EN (S54)
SS (S55)
DW (S36)
MY (38)
8:00-9:00 Jr/Sr Hip Hop
8:00-9:00 Inter Jazz
8:30-9:30 Jr, Sr Team
DW (S39)
LOE (S40)
SG (S56)
SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY, CHANGE & CANCELATION (DANCERS CLASS PLACEMENT IS DETERMINED BY ABILITY, AGE, SKILL LEVEL, MATURITY & TEACHER RECOMMENDATION) DANCE TEAM MEMBERS PLACEMENT IS DETERMINED BY TEACHER & STUDIO DIRECTOR EVALUATION. TEAM AUDITION IS BY INVITATION ONLY. CLASSES CAN BE CREATED BY REQUEST IF SPACE & TIME ARE AVAILABLE, CLASS MUST HAVE AT LEAST 4 DANCERS REGISTERED TO RUN. www.movementdanceacademy.com
UPDATED 6/03/24 10:00 PM
N O
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GENERAL STUDIO RULES
NATIONAL AWARD WINNING DANCE TEAM Movement Dance Team & Pre-Team dancers train at an accelerated level, with a strict guideline of classes that must be fulfilled in all subjects areas of dance. Students are continuously pushed to progress, and are frequently evaluated. Team dancers are invited annually, and must audition annually in order to reserve a place on our competition team. Among the required hours of dance and rehearsals that must be met, each team member is required to perform at benefits, competitions, workshops, master classes and conventions. The Movement dance team has performed all over the East Coast in numerous competitions, benefit shows and charity events. The dance team has been featured in Dance Spirit Magazine, Four Weddings & Dance Moms Season 5, 7 & 8. The Movement Dance Academy is distinguished for being platinum level dancers, but moreover notable for the professional showmanship. Graduates from the program have continued studies in college as dance majors and many have enjoyed continued success in the professional world of dance, including Broadway, Disney, Paramount Productions, MTV, Joffrey Ballet, National Touring Companies, dancing in concert tours for top name artist, appearances at theme parks, cruise ships and competing on (D1) College/University Dance Teams. Many former students are
• All dancers must be in appropriate dance attire. (PLEASE SEE DRESS CODE POLICY)
• No cell phones, gum, food or drinks allowed in the dance studios.
• No jewelry such as necklaces, bracelets, anklets and absolutely no hoop earrings should be worn at anytime.
• Please be careful when dropping off your child. Instruct him or her not to dash across the parking lot.
• Children are expected to behave appropriately in the studio at all times. If student has or becomes a disciplinary problem they may be removed from the class.
• Students should arrive no earlier than 15 min prior to class and be picked up no later then 15 min after class ends.
• Only students are permitted in the dance rooms.
• Absolutely no street shoes on the dance floors.
currently teaching dance and sharing their passion and knowledge with young dancers, both at Movement Dance Academy and other schools throughout the country.
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