Elite Academy emphasizes self worth, personal growth, health, mutual respect, responsibility, safety, and fun. Our one of a kind staff exists to further the happiness and health of our clients. We have passion, energy and enthusiasm in everything we do. Our programs and staff are most recognized and congratulated for their professionalism and positive atmosphere.
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Important Dates!
November 23-26 Elite closed.
December 17 Christmas concert at Cottonwood High School.
December 19-January 1 Elite Academy closed. Classes resume January 2 2012
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*Pre-registration is strongly recommended
Tuiton
$35 registration fee/$25 for returning students
1 Class $40 per month
2 Classes $55 per month
3 Classes $70 per month
4 Classes $85 per month
5 Classes $100 per month
6 Classes $115 per month
8 Classes $145 per month
classes exceding 1 hr will be charged for 2 classes.
Elite Academy
www.eliteacademy.us
801-302-7552
Elite Academy is so GREAT!! My daughters are excited to go to class each week. I have seen so much growth and improvement in both of them. Elite Academy really does produce exceptional dancers and happy, confident kid.
- Marcie Christensen
My daughter Maryn had a great experience this year at Elite Academy Montessori. She loved her teacher Ms. Cheryl and enjoyed learning and preparing for Kindergarten. She made new friends and went on some fun fieldtrips. (Her favorite was visiting the Hoagle Zoo.) The other highlight of her year was learning to speak Spanish. I was so impressed by all of the vocabulary words she acquired! (Thanks to her wonderful teacher, Ms. Maria.) I personally loved their big, spacious and clean classroom area. I would highly recommend Elite Academy to anyone looking for an excellent preschool.
-Jill Milne
My daughter NaCole went to Elite Academy at the age of seven. We had been dancing at a small studio that we loved but, when my oldest daughter Amanda tried out for drill team we found out quickly that she didn’t have the technique that she needed. At that time Leslie was the drill team advisor and Amanda had to work extra hard to get on the same level as the other girls, so we thought we had better move Nacole to Elite Academy so she could start much younger to learn proper technique.I can’t say one bad thing about Elite Academy. They are very organized. Notes will always let you know what is going on. (That is a plus) After seven years with Elite Academy, NaCole is now dancing with Odyssey 2 and I miss the organization. Now we never know what is going on until the time it is to happen. Elite Academy inspired my daughter to be a hard worker and to showcase her art and passion to the best of her ability. She had many opportunities to perform at Jazz Games, Professional Soccer Games, on Cruise Ships, Competitions and took classes at Steps on Broadway in New York City. We also got the opportunity to travel to Florida and Canada.I can tell you with confidence, there is no other studio like Elite Academy that has a program like they do for ages three and up. If you send your child to Elite Academy you will know that the staff will work hard at improving them to the best of their ability. They work hard with lots of structure and let the students have loads of fun. We loved it there and I always thought I was getting my money’s worth!!!
- Jo Brown
Elite Academy has been a big part of my granddaughter’s life from kindergarten to high school and she would not trade a minute of it. Her years there have taught her about team spirit, dedication, responsibility, commitment, sportsmanship and friendships. The added bonus to this is her dance skills. She has grown with self confidence into a teenager who can handle both happiness and disappointment, because she always knew everyone at Elite cared as much about her as a person as they did about her dance skills.Because of the values and technique that she learned at Elite she is a senior member and officer on her high school drill team.She will always be proud to say she is part of the EliteAcademy family.
-Jacki Peercy
Elite Academy has been a fantastic dance studio for my daughters. The training they received was what they really needed to give them the cutting edge in dance. Elite Academy pushed them to the next level, not only as group dancers, but solo performers as well. Their experience during those years was not only invaluable, but fun and memorable. My daughters are now both Utah Jazz Dancers. I know that without the training and skills they learned at Elite Academy, they would not have been able to dance professionally. It was a perfect choice for us.
- Michelle Todd
When my son started at Elite Academy, he was very shy and soft spoken, within a few weeks, I noticed him blossoming, he was talking more and overall seemed to be more energetic and confident. I feel that the teachers are 110% devoted to teaching and helping the children grow in this very difficult time in their lives when they are transitioning from being at home to going to school, this can be a very hard time for the child (and the parents) but the staff at Elite Academy made this transition a very positive experience, I would recommend this school to anyone considering preschool for their child. We have also gone to several dance classes and summer camps, my children have loved them and I always feel safe that they are in good hands with teachers that genuinely care about them and their success in life.
From a very happy parent
- Stephanie
We have had the Elite Academy staff come and do a cheer camp at Granger High School for the past three years. The training has been incredible and has really mad a difference in the whole entire year. The cheerleaders improved tremendously throughout the camp. We’ve learned routines that have been used for performances throughout the school year. The Elite Academy cheer camps are highly recommended from Granger High.
- Jennifer Carlson
I just wanted to thank you for offering your "Super Hero" Camp. Neko had a BLAST!! I found myself excited to see what you were going to do each day, you guys really take pride in your camps! Neko loved the crafts, snacks and games. Neko still has the Bateman cape!! It was fun to watch Neko Jump out of bed early, in the summer so he wouldn't be late for camp!! Thanks again and Congrats on a well done camp!!! You guys Rock!!
-Sherry Jardine
Hi Elite Staff,
Just wanted to thank you for making HannahGrace's first dance experience an awesome one. She is having so much fun and learning so much in such a short time. Erin has been such a help at the front desk. Hope you all enjoyed the homemade caramel corn.
Sincerely,
-Pam Adkins
Meet Cheryl!
Montessori Education is a system for the education of children from birth through age eighteen. It is based upon principals developed by Dr Maria Montessori throughout her life.
The focus of this system is the development of materials, educational techniques, and observations, which support the natural development of children. The teacher in a Montessori classroom serves less as an “instructor” and more as a guide and facilitator. Children are encouraged to “learn how to learn,” thus gaining independence and self-confidence. Because the method is based upon developmentally appropriate activities, the child often learns through the process of education by doing.
The Montessori classroom is designed to accommodate various stages of development in children, which occurs in roughly three-year cycles. From birth to three years of age the child is absorbing directly from the environment, almost as a sponge. It is during this phase that many language and motor skills are acquired without formal instruction.
During the second phase form three to six years of age, the child reaches a different stage in which repetition and manipulation of the environment are critical to the development of concentration, coordination, independence, and a sense of order. The child learns skills for everyday living, sorting, grading, classifying – all of which lead to the development of writing, reading, and a mathematical mind.
A Montessori classroom allows a greater flexibility in meeting each child’s individual needs and permits the child to develop with fewer social transitions. The environment becomes the “teacher,” with the child as the initiator of his/her own education.
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She holds a Bachelors Degree in Education from Utah State University. Cheryl is a former English teacher from Cottonwood High School. Cheryl has participated in an extremely comprehensive training program through Montessori Children’s House taught by Directress Irma C. Martinez. Through her internship, she has obtained her preschool Montessori Diploma. Cheryl has been teaching children for over 17 years and loves to see their excitement as they learn and master new skills. She has also taught dance and gymnastics and understands the importance of health and fitness. Cheryl has two children in which have participated in Montessori programs and is a firm believer in the Montessori Method. She knows that by far, preschool-Kindergarten is the most popular Montessori program worldwide. She is confident in preparing your child for kindergarten, teaching self confidence, and making a difference in your child’s life.
ELITE ACADEMY MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL CONTRACT/RULES AND POLICIES
Please read and review the following rules and policies. In consideration for membership as a student at Elite Academy Montessori, the parents and or legal guardian of the minor participant named below are made aware and agree to the following:
REGISTRATION FEE: upon acceptance to Elite Academy Montessori, each student is required to pay a $60.00 registration fee. This fee is paid annually and is non refundable. The registration fee also includes an Elite Academy Montessori Tee-Shirt, which they will wear for special programs and all field trips.
ACTIVITY FEE: Upon acceptance to Elite Academy Montessori each student is required to pay an $80.00 activity fee. This will cover all activities at the school, field trips, guest instructors and speakers. This fee is non refundable and is due annually.
MATERIAL FEE: Upon acceptance to Elite Academy Montessori, each student is required to pay a $55.00 Material fee. This will cover all school materials and the required “Children’s Work” Math and Reading work books for each student to be used at the School. If parents wish to purchase more to take home for the child there will be an additional $10.00 per book. This fee is nonrefundable.
TUITION PAYMENTS: To get the most our of our school the four day program is recommended. However, we do offer a three day program. Tuition for the four day program is $145 per month. Classes are held Monday, Tuesday, wedndesday and Thursday. 9:00 -12:00 or 12:00 -3:00. Tuition for the three day program is $130 per month. Classes are held Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday. 9:00-12:00 or 12:00-3:00. Tuioton payments are due on the first day of each month for that months services. Tuition payments cover classes taught from the first day of the month until the last day of the month. A $10 late fee will be added to tuitons not received by the 8th day of the month. In addition, a $10 finance charge will be assessed to my account every subsequent tenth day that my childs account remains outstanding.
***NEW: AFTER CARE ACTIVITIE: Elite Academy will offer aafter care activites on Moneay and Wednesday from 3:00-4:00 and Tuesday and thrusdays from 12:00-1:00. After School Activites are ONLY an additional $10 per month. These are fun activities that are great for the children and give the parents an extra hour to themselves.
Mondays: relays, obstactle courses and gtames-boys and girls.
Tuesdays: relays, obstactle courses and gtames-boys and girls.
Wednesdays: tumbling class-boys and girls or fairy tale ballet-girls only.
Thursdays: tumbling class-boys and girls.
CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS: There is a 3% charge on call credit card transactions.
SCHOOL WITHDRAWL: Parents must submit a written withdrawal 1 month prior to the date they wish the student to withdraw. They must submit this to the School Director, Cheryl Martinez. There are NO refunds. If you do not provide a written withdrawal you will be liable for the months tuition.
PARENT VOLUNTEERS: Elite Academy welcomes all partents to sign up and volunteer!! We want you to be involved in your childs development.
ELITE ACADEMY PROPERTY: The Elite Academy property, including the building, willb e treated with respect by students and parents. Distrespectful and disruptive behavior will not be tolerated. All food and beverages must be disposed of prorerly and not left in waiting aresas. Food must be eaten in the café only. Students and parents are not to loiter in the hallways. No running, yelling, or horseplay is allowed.
COLLECTIONS: I understand that if my account becomes delingquen 30 days or more, it will be turned over to a collection agency.I also agree that I will pay any additional charges equal to the cost of collection, including collection agency fees, attorney fees, and court costs incurred with or without suit and permitted by laws governing these transactions.
CANCELLATION: Elite Academy reseves the right to cancel a students membership at any time.
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Elite Academy has trained many dancers both young and old over the past 15 years. All company members are trained in ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, tumbling and hip hop. The Elite Academy companies are a premier studio at all of the competition and convention that they attend. Many of its teams have won State and National Titles as well as overall High Point and specialty awards. They have also performed for many charity events as well as Disney World, Disney Land and aboard many Cruise Lines. Our individual members have gone on to dance with many High School and College dance teams. They have also been awarded many collegiate dance scholarships as well as danced professionally. Most importantly we teach all company members important life skills that they will carry with them throughout their life.
*If you are interested in auditioning for our company, email leslie at eliteacademy_comcast.net
Elite Academy is proud to say we were the first All-Star Cheer gym founded in Utah. Elite Academy always strives on focusing on correct, clean technique in tumbling, stunting, and dance skills while providing a safe and fun learning environment. Many of our athletes have gone on to be competitive high school and scholarship, collegiate cheerleaders. Elite Academy Devils have helped out around the state with numerous charity events, and fundraisers and have also done some of their own fundraisers to help raise money for their own special needs squad, the "Angels". Elite Academy has won many first place, National, and Grand Championship National titles. We take pride in all of our athletes and teach them life long skills they will keep and use throughout their lives.
*If you are interested in trying out for our team please contact Stephenie at stepheniestaley_hotmail.com
Elite Academy Jazz Line program is designed for beginning-Intermediate Dancers ages 5 years and older. Elite Academy Jazz Line program teaches all students life skills, performing skills, team work and great dance technique. Jazz Line also prepares dancers who want to join one of our competition companies.
Tuition
$35.00 Registration Fee ($25.00 for current students)
$70.00 per month(includes Ballet, Jazz technique, Jazz choreography)
Class Attire
-Pink tights purchased through Elite Academy
-Class leotard purchased through Elite Academy
-Pink ballet shoes Purchased through Elite Academy
-Hair must be slicked back secure in a bun.
-Any color dance attire for Jazz
Performances
Jazz Line will perform at our Christmas concert in December, one competition, and our Spring concert in May. Performing is a very fun and exciting time for dancers. This is a time for all dancers to show friends and family what they have been learning.
Elite Academy Hip Hop is for beginning–advanced students ages 5 years and up. Hip Hop teaches all students learning skills, rhythm, coordination and creativity in a fun learning environment. Competitive Squads are available and are by audition only. If you are interested in one of our competition squads please contact the studio.
Registration fee $35.00 (current student $25.00)
Monthly tuition $40.00
Costume/Competition fees TBA
*Baggy clothing
*Tennis shoes (No bare feet or dance shoes)
*Hats, bandanas etc...
Performing is a fun time for the dancers to shine and show everyone what they have been learning. All non competitive hip hop classes will perform at our Christmas concert and Spring concert in May. Competition squads will recieve performance and competition schedule.
Ballet is the best foundation you can have for any style of dance. Ballet training focusing on repetition of simple movements such as exercises at the barre, and basic jumps, establish pathways for all later movement not only in ballet, but modern dance, jazz and tap.
Registration Fee $35.00 ($25.00 current students)
Tuition $40 per month (classes exceeding 1 hour are $50.00)
*Class leotard (purchase though Elite Academy)
*Pink tights (purchase through Elite Academy
*Pink ballet Shoes (purchase through Elite Academy)
*HAIR: slicked back w/ bangs in a secure bun
Please note: all dance attire must be purchased through Elite Academy.
Reminder
No underwear
No skirts
Wearing the proper attire promotes discipline and respect. It is the parents responsibility for the younger students to make sure they are dressed appropriately. Older students should be in charge of themselves. This includes HAIR. Students who are not dressed properly for class will not be allowed to dance.
Tumbling Requirements!
Tootsie Rolls - Beginner
SuperStars 1 - Has to have back walkover
SuperStars 2 - Working on back handspring
Flippers 1 - Has back handspring working on more than one. Needs multiple to move on working on tucks.
Twisters 2 - Has more than one back handspring working on tucks. Needs round off back hand spring back tuck, to move on.
Elite Academy tumbling is designed to give students fun, safe and quality tumbling training in a noncompetitive atmosphere. Positive motivation and individual encouragement help to promote confidence and self esteem.
$35 Registration fee ($25 current students)
$55 per month/2 classes per week
$40 per month/1 class per week
-Hair: pulled back in a pony tail
-Shorts/sports top/tank top (no baggy clothing)
-Socks or bare feet
Drop Off and Pick up
All students should wait in the waiting area before class starts. When it is time for your child’s class, their instructor will come and get them. Parents must arrive on time to pick up their child. Elite Academy staff is not responsible for students who are left unattended after class. Observation Day is the first lesson of the month. We encourage parents to come in and take a peak at what your child is learning. Out of consideration, we ask that you leave small children at home.
Our LadyBugs & DoodleBugs class will introduce tap and jazz basics in a fun learning atmosphere. Dancers will also learn how to get along with others and learn basic classroom skills.
DoodleBugs ages 2-3
LadyBugs ages 3-5
Fees
$35.00 Registration Fee (current students $25.00)
$40.00 Tuition Per month
Performance costumes and fees TBA
Wearing the proper attire not only teaches discipline to the students, but also shows respect to their teacher as well as their class mates. It is the parent's responsibility to make sure his/her child is dressed properly for each class. Students must wear the required leotard, shoes and tights each week. The dress code is as follows:
-Class leotard (must be purchased through Elite Academy)
-Tan tights (must be purchased through Elite Academy)
-Tan Foot Undeez and Tan Tap shoes (must be purchased through Elite Academy)
Hair: must be pulled back away from face.
The DoodleBugs & LadyBugs will perform at our Christmas Concert and at the Spring Concert in May. Performaces are a great time for the young dancers to show friends and family what they are learning.
Elite Academy Office Hours:
Monday-Thursday
4:00- 8:00 pm.
If making a payment or registering your
child please come in 15 minutes before
8:00 pm
Leslie earned a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and criminal Justice at the University of Utah where she was also a member of the cheerleading squad for three years. Leslie trained at the university of Utah ballet and modern departments and also at the edge dance studio in Hollywood California. Leslie was the assistant coach of the University of Utah cheerleading squad for eight years. During this time the cheerleading squad won the USA national championship in 2001 and 2002 and was ranked as one of the top 15 teams in the nation. As the director and owner of Elite Academy, Leslie has kept busy in the many avenues of dance. Leslie has choreographed routines for several high school dance, drill and cheerleading teams, which have gone on to win regional, state, and national titles. Leslie’s hard work has not gone unnoticed; she has been awarded “Director of the year” and “choreographer of the year” as a result of the success of Elite Academy. Leslie has also worked privately with several music artists and has choreographed commercials for Channel 2, The Utah Jazz and has also been a dancer in several television commercials for fitness equipment. Leslie’s objective is to teach her students the skills necessary to become accomplished dancers while teaching them the life skills that will benefit them long after they quit dancing. However, the most important quality that Leslie tries to instill in her students is self confidence, a quality that she feels many young children and teens are lacking. Dance has given Leslie so many amazing opportunities and she loves sharing her passion with all of her students.
Sara started dancing at the age of 10. Sara trained and competed with Elite Academy until high school were she she became a member of the Copper Hills Drill team and became the technique coordinator. After High School Sara went off to dance in New York City with The Off Center Dance Theater. She also was the dance assistant for the youth program and traveled thru the tri-state area teaching and spreading the love of dance to numerous children's hospitals, the HELPUSA organizations, and the Ronald McDonald house. She also taught at Dance Cavise ages 3 and up. She was in the Off Broadway Musical "West Side Story" As Estelle in the dance ensemble. After 4 years Sara moved back to Utah and became apart of The Elite Academy Staff and Family once more teaching ages 3 and up and being our Jazz Line Director.
