Just For Kix

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WHERE TO FIND THINGS ON OUR WEBSITE:
Calendar: Printable Class Schedule, Make-Up Classes, Newsletters
Classes: General Class Information, Registration Information, Class Offerings, Class Fees, and Uniform Information
Contact Us:  Director and Home Office Contact Information
Information:   Current and Important Information, Performances, and Downloadable Forms
Photos: Photos from Performances and More!

JUST FOR KIX OVERVIEW:
At Just for Kix we feel that it’s important for dancers to interact and learn as a team. Team based dance provides new and existing dancers with an opportunity to have fun while learning and growing as a group. We offer precision dance team instruction in over 185 communities and hope to continue to grow. By enrolling your daughter or son in Bemidji’s Just for Kix dance classes you will be exposing them to quality dance instruction in a nurturing and culturally rich environment. Each of our communities offer various dance styles including; high kick, jazz, ballet, tap, hip hop and lyrical. Group lessons in Bemidji provide young dancers with the ability to learn and perfect new techniques while they create everlasting friendships with likeminded peers. Individuals who take part in team dance activities will develop remarkable socialization skills; achieve a heightened sense of self-esteem, and learn key components in maintaining a healthy and physically fit lifestyle. These life lessons, among others, will benefit your child well into adulthood.

PHILOSOPHY:
Our philosophy has always been to treat dancers as we would want our own children to be treated. We want our classes to be a place where dancers feel valued and cherished. Our goal is to instill confidence and self-esteem, while helping them stay active.

TECHNIQUE and BASICS:
Parents are amazed by how detail oriented JFK is. Basic placement and technique is a major focus. We work on creating good habits in the younger dancers, to prevent bad habits from developing. Creator, Cindy’s philosophy is TAKE CARE OF THE LITTLE THINGS and BIG THINGS WILL HAPPEN. (Possibly why the high school team she coaches has won 8 state championships as well as a National Championship.) Instruction is VERY hands on and focused.
 FLEXIBILITY and STRENGTH is focused on too! They are 2 key factors in becoming a great dancer; challenging dancers to advance and progress to their top potential.

CHOREOGRAPHY:
Our choreography is what built our business. It is creative and innovative. DID WE MENTION FUN??? That is the NUMBER ONE ingredient. Our classes are fast paced and fun. We have great music and great instructors.

ADDITIONAL INFO:
1. You will perform multiple times per season at large-scale events.
2. The older classes compete in a “low pressure” environment. (4th grade and up)
3. Your costumes/uniforms are reasonably priced. Core classes use them for 2 years. Many times because of the JFK network your used uniform can be sold to dancers in other communities.
4. JFK is organized. We get it done! Class time is maximized so every minute is utilized.
5. Classes start on time and end on time.

DID WE MENTION FUN???
That is the NUMBER ONE ingredient. Our classes are fast paced and fun. We have great choreography, great music and great instructors.

STUDIO ONLINE!!!
This is a new area of the Just For Kix website geared specifically to Just For Kix dancers. There are video clips on technique, games, downloads of coloring pages, and even wallpaper for your computer. You can also sign up to receive special offers and mailings from Just For Kix. Check it out!!

From the Director:

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A DIFFERENT KIND OF DANCE EXPERIENCE?
If you are looking for lots of glitz, shimmer, make-up, bright lights, expensive costumes and classes, you won’t find any of that here. Sorry! Just For Kix focuses on providing nurturing dance classes for kids of all ages at an affordable rate. Our uniforms do sparkle, but it’s our dancers that SHINE!

Hello to you from the Bemidji Just For Kix Dance Program! We are so excited you’ve decided to stop by and take a look at what great things we offer kids from our community and surrounding areas. You will love our dance program. If you’re not sure, we challange you to come and try a class for free to see what you think. Most kids cannot wait to come back!

  • Respect, respect, respect. Your child matters to us no matter what! We treat all dancers the same and improve them through praise and support.
  • We require only one uniform/costume per year, per class. Our classes perform multiple times per season, some being large-scale events. A dancer’s uniform will be used 4-6 times throughout the dance season and are usually under $100 each. Just For Kix is a conservative company, so our uniforms are tastefully done and are flattering to all body types. They come fully finished - you may need to hem pants, if applicable. Note: Many times, because of the large Just For Kix network, your used uniform can be sold to dancers in other communities within the seven-state area.
  • Choreography: Our choreography is what built our business. It is creative and innovative. DID WE MENTION FUN??? That is the NUMBER ONE ingredient. Our classes are fast paced and fun. We have great music and great instructors.
  • Classes: Classes meet once a week. We offer 32 classes throughout the dance season which runs September through April. Some months may have less or more than four classes, but please note that by the end of April we will have had 32 classes.
  • Performances: Dancers will perform approximately 4-6 times throughout the season. Performances may include basketball half-times, nursing homes, Community Show, Spring Show, Competitions (4th-12th) and other events in the community. Our performance season will begin in December. It is very important that dancers attend classes and performances faithfully! All dancers are expected to treat instructors and fellow dancers with respect. Dance team requires teamwork!
  • Competitions:Older classes compete in a “low pressure” environment. We don’t believe that competition is the end-all, be-all, but we do know that, if it’s done correctly, it can be a wonderful experience for dancers. Just For Kix hosts its own nationwide events, which the Bemidji program has done very well at. Please note that we do not allow our youngest dancers to compete - our competitions are for 4th grade dancers and older.
  • We are ORGANIZED. We get it done! Class time is maximized so every minute is utilized, which turns out to be a great workout for every dancer. We know our method and we know it well, and it works! You’ll be pleasantly surprised at how much we can accomplish in one class.
  • We start on time and end on time. Well, we’re not perfect, so every once in a while, a class will run a minute over and the next one will start a minute later. Every minute does count, though, so we try to keep this to a minimum.
  • We have FUN. Your child will enjoy her dance experience, learn a lot, make new friends and just feel good about dancing. That IS what it’s all about!

Just For Kix: Inspired. Energized. Respected.

Our professional and experienced staff:

Candace Ottoson:Program Director and Head Instructor, starting 4th year in fall 2009

Heidi Hoheisel: Program Assistant , starting 4th year in fall 2009