The Phantoms Youth Dance Team is a no-cut team consisting of current 3-4th graders from Westwood and Hemlock Creek Elementary Schools.
This program teaches confidence, team work, and improves dance skills, while preparing our youth for the IS Prep, MS Spirit, Junior Phantoms Comp team and Varsity team!
This team is run through Phantoms Dance Corporation, which is a non profit dance program servicing the De Pere area.
Please do not contact the West De Pere schools for information, as we do not run through the district. Reach out with any questions msdance@wdpsd.com
**REGISTRATION WILL CAP AT 35 DANCERS to ensure proper instruction and a safe dancer to Coach ratio!**
We understand it is disappointing to not accept an unlimited number, however, our program is 100% volunteer based nonprofit...we want to ensure the kids get the instruction they deserve.
Please only sign up if you are committed to the schedule as outlined below. This team only has ONE performance-If your dancer is not able to make the showcase performance, they will not be eligible to sign up as this is what we spend the practice times preparing for**
COMMITMENT:
FEE: $50
PURCHASES: jazz shoes, tights, parade sweatshirt (Approx. $75)
PRACTICES: October 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29 November 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19 4:00pm-5:30pm @Westwood
HOLIDAY PARADE: November 21 9am-12pm
SHOWCASE: November 24th (HUGE EVENT!!)
FAQ
Why is practice not immediately after school? This is to accommodate travel time from all WDP schools.
Where will practice be? Westwood
What if I can't make the scheduled practice times? Missing one or two days will not be a big deal, however, if the dance schedule overlaps a prior commitment, It would be very difficult for your dancer to learn the choreography to perform if they are not present at least 75% of the time.
What will the showcase in November be like? The PDC Showcase will feature all of our West De Pere teams! You will see Phantoms youth, Junior Phantoms, IS Dance Team, MS Dance team and more! It is an evening full of dancing, baked goods, raffle baskets and fun! Any family, friends or fans are welcome to come.
How does this team differ from other pom classes or dance classes in the community? School based dance technique is it's own style... there are specific rules that school dance abides by, specific styles and placements of moves that differs from studio/rec, etc. The best way to prepare for school dance team is to learn from school dance coaches or other school based dancers! It may seem early, but believe us...it is never too early to start preparing for school dance team (IS, middle or high school)!
Do students need dance experience? No, all are welcome to come learn our style. Experience will help, however, it is not required.
What do I need for practice? Dancers should wear all black (leggings, shorts, skort, leo, etc.). Hair should be pulled back with no jewelry. Tan jazz shoes required. Bring a water bottle!
What is my role as a parent? Bring your dancer to/from events, sit back and enjoy the show! Be supportive of the coaches and ensure your dancer is respectful and kind to all.
How much does it cost to be on the team? $50 uniform user fee. In addition to this, dancers will be required to provide their own capezio caramel/skintone jazz shoe, capezio caramel/hazelnut tights, holiday parade sweatshirt and red lipstick. All items, if you purchase the correct brand listed, may be reused year after year. (Approx. our of pocket for apparel $75)
