Dance Moves & Manners will work with your school
to help design classes to suit your needs & interests
Programs for children and teens—--age 4 to 18.
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We focus upon skills to students
succeed in the classroom, at home, on the job, with peers--in short,
in life.
These highly interactive, informative
programs include role playing activities and instructive materials.
Classes can be developed to meet the needs of a school or organization.
We Offer Short or Long Programs
Host a One Hour Program or
Ongoing Classes—Manners, Dance, or a Combination of Both
Ballroom Dance in Schools—Why Learn Dance? Its
Fun! And…
Dance Teaches:
- Teamwork & Discipline
- Music History & Appreciation
- Respect for Partners
- Leadership & Following
- Poise, Trust, & Self Confidence
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Sussex Academy of
Arts and Science
“Moving Up Luncheon” |
The Benefits of Dancing:
- Great Exercise
- Low Impact & Aerobic
- Aids Balance
- Stress Reliever
- Improved Social Life
- Sense of Achievement & Pride
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Delmarva Christian High School Royal
Ball
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Classes Officered:
- Triple Swing, Single Step Swing,
Fox Trot, Tango, Waltz, Rumba, Cha Cha, Merengue,
Samba & More
- Mixer & Line Dances
- Dance Etiquette
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Practice Session
8th Grade Students at Sussex Academy of Arts and Science
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Why Host a Manners Program for Your School and Community?
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According to a 2002 survey by The Public Agenda:
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- 79% of American adults think
the lack of courtesy and respect is a serious national problem
From a national survey sponsored by
Parents |
- Magazine & HIT Entertainment
- 95% of parents said manners have declined
from when they were growing up
- Two-thirds of those polled were “very”
or “extremely” concerned
- 98% believed that the earlier you start
teaching the better
- 66% blame parent’s lack of time with
their children
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Parents had some concern
for table manners but were more concerned
that children learn:
To Show Respect——Be Considerate——Practice
Good Personal Hygiene—–Develop Good Conversation Skills
Dance
Moves & Manners will work with you to build a program
around the topics that you find most important
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Communication
Skills
Knowing the tools for
effective communication builds self esteem and leadership
ability
The program includes such topics
as:
Proper Greetings and Introductions
Conversation
Listening
Nonverbal Communication
Public Speaking
Telephone Etiquette
Acts of Kindness and Respect
Communication in School
The Use of Please, Thank You,
Excuse Me
Thank You Notes
Meeting Persons with Disabilities
Compliments
Electronic Etiquette |
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Social
Etiquette
Knowing how to greet
someone, look them in the eye & offer a proper handshake
is essential
The program includes such topics as:
Welcoming Behaviors
Eye Contact
Shaking Hands
Introducing Yourself
Responding When Introduced
Introducing Others
Showing Proper Respect
Common Courtesies
Helping Behaviors
Avoiding Rude Behaviors
Behavior for Public Places
Using Escalators, Elevators, & Doors
Behaving as a Good Host & Guest |
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Table
Manners
It is important for
children to learn dining skills so they can be comfortable
in any dining situation, whether home or away
The program includes such topics as:
Place Settings
Identifying Utensils & Glassware
Proper Use of Napkins
Common and Less Common Utensils
Selecting the Correct Utensils
Menu-based Place settings
Styles of Dining: American, Continental,
Various Foods: Bread, Soup, Dessert
Difficult to Eat Foods
Behavior at the Table
Entering and Exiting
Seating a Girl or Woman
Posture and Conversation |
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Testimonials & More Great Photos
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"Mrs.
Cimone with her "Dance, Moves, & Manners"
partners have provided a marvelous experience with our
student here at Sussex Academy of Arts and Sciences.
This opportunity is viewed by our students and parents
as capping off our eighth grade year with grace and
style."
Dr. Patricia S. Oliphant,
Executive Director - Sussex Academy of Arts and Science. |
Delmarva
Christian High School
Royal Ball |
Dancing is a fun way for teenagers to get much
needed exercise. Dancing helps build social skills
in a non-threatening environment. Our students
really enjoyed the classes.
Ms. Carolyn O’Neal
Instructor, Sussex Tech HS
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Southern
Delaware School of the Arts
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Sussex
Academy
Of Arts and Science |
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As a parent volunteer in
the school, I have seen first hand the rewards of teaching
children ballroom dance. Of course there are the obvious
benefits of increased physical activity. But in more
subtle ways, dance builds a child’s confidence
and self esteem. It’s wonderful to see the students
interacting with one another in such a positive way.
-Denise T. Kates
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