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Spring Recital 2009 Pictures
Taken May 16th 2009
at 5:00 PM in the Calera High School Auditorium
To order prints, visit Don't Blink Photography.
Contact
Phone: 205-668-7775
Physical Address: 8251 Hwy 31, Calera, AL
Mailing Address: PO Box 383, Calera, AL
Teachers
Elizabeth Moody Smith
Elizabeth Moody Smith began her love of dance when she was five. It wasn’t long
until she knew that dance would always be a part of her life. Growing up, she trained
in ballet, jazz, tap, clogging, modern, gymnastics, and cheerleading. At the age
of eight, she developed a special interest in ballet. She studied with Birmingham
Southern College Dance Department, Alabama Ballet, Montgomery Ballet, Andalusia
Ballet, and the Paris Opera Ballet. At the age of twelve, she was accepted to the
Alabama School of Fine Arts and also auditioned and was accepted to the Joffrey
Ballet in New York.
During high school, Mrs. Smith was a member of the senior company with Andalusia Ballet. After graduating, she continued her dancing, competed and won the Miss University of West Alabama Pageant (preliminary to the Miss Alabama Pageant.) In 1995, she competed in the Miss Alabama Pageant.
Mrs. Smith always dreamed of opening her own studio one day. Calera Dance Academy is her dream come true. “It’s great to have a job that you love. Being able to teach our youth the art of dance is so rewarding.” Elizabeth moved to Calera in 2000 and moved to Columbiana in 2008. She and Chris have been married almost 12 years and are the parents of Branson, age 3, and are expecting a baby girl in July.
Natalie Hill
Natalie Hill has been dancing since the age of seven. She began with Kathy Draper’s
dance studio, and continued through the eighth grade. In ninth grade she made the
cheerleading squad at Kingwood Christian School, in which time would not allow her
to do both, however; cheering gave her the opportunity to continue dance during
the cheer routines.
Miss Hill is a graduate of the University of Montevallo, where she achieved a degree in retail merchandising, and a minor in business management. While attending Montevallo, Natalie was active on the Falconettes dance team, and served as captain for 2 years, and then went on to be there coach the following year. Natalie has been active through-out the community choreographing field routines, judging dance team try-outs, and helping young girls prepare for college and high school try-outs across the state.
Natalie has enjoyed working and getting to know her students during her third year at CDA, and looks forward to next year. To my little ones “I am so proud of you all and love you more than you know.”
Heather Hubbard
Heather Hubbard began dancing at the age of three while residing in New York . Heather
has studied and competed in jazz and tap under the direction of Dyan Mulvey and
later studied jazz, tap, and ballet under the direction of Sylvia McDonald. Heather’s
family moved to Alabama where she began dancing at the Dance Centre in Tuscaloosa
and was a member of their jazz company. She was also a member of her high school’s
dance team and was selected Captain. Heather was selected as an UDA All Star and
American All Star, which allowed her the opportunity to perform in Paris , France
on the Good Will Tour.
After high school, Heather attended UAB, where she was on the dance team and received a dance scholarship. Upon graduating from UAB with a BS in Management, Heather went on to pursue her Masters degree from Troy University.
She continues to choreograph for high school teams across the southeast. She also helps prepare students for high school and college dance team try-outs across the southeast.
She is an active member throughout the community. Heather currently serves on the Board of Directors for Hands on Birmingham and is an advocate for volunteering. Heather married her college sweetheart, John, in August and they currently reside in Pelham.
About Us
Location: Come see our location on the corner of Hwy 31 and Hwy 25(old Limestone Spa and Boutique location) in downtown Calera.
Offering: Ballet, Tap, Jazz, and Gymnastics for Ages 2 to Adult
Phone: 205-668-7775
Classes Begin August 17th
Calera Dance Academy is now accepting registration for the 2009-2010 school year. Drop by the studio or call 205-668-7775 for more information about classes. Reserve your child's spot soon before classes fill up.
Fall Classes
Fall registration were mailed out in June, 2009 to all students. These packets will include 2009-2010 class schedules and registration forms. If you are interested in receiving a registration packet in the mail and you are notcurrently enrolled, please call the studio at 205-668-7775 to get on our mailing list.
FALL REGISTRATION DATE
SATURDAY, JULY 25, 2009 10:00 AM—2:00 PM
CALERA DANCE ACADEMY OFFERS:
- Family discounts
- Returning student discounts
- Small student/teacher class ratio for more individual attention
- Convenient location
- Modern classroom facility
- Classes for ages 2 1/2 to adult
- Highly experienced teachers
- Parent Observation Weeks
- Parent Observation Weeks
- Summer Dance Camp
- Participation in Calera City Christmas Parade
- Group rates to attend Alabama Ballet’s “Nutcracker”
- Community Involvement
- Extra community performance opportunities
History
In early 2000, Mrs. Smith moved to and fell in love with the town of Calera, Alabama.
She soon realized Calera was a place in need of a convenient dance program since the
town was growing so rapidly. With years of dance experience, little interest in
climbing the corporate ladder, and timing on her side, she was able to open Calera
Dance Academy at its first location in downtown Calera in Summer 2003.
The first year was a success, but the location soon proved to be less than adequate. Growing steadily, she decided to move the studio to a larger location north of the new Walmart. With several well-educated and energetic dance instructors, the rosters continued to grow. After 4 years in that location the opportunity to move back downtown into a larger facility arose. In the summer of 2008, she relocated to her current facility. The building had the charm of a traditional "New York" style dance studio.
She continues to be blessed with a professional staff who strive to offer the best quality dance instruction. Thanks to everyone who's contributed to making Calera Dance Academy a success!
Our Mission
At Calera Dance Academy(CDA), our mission is to provide students with the environment and the opportunity to become disciplined in the art of dance.
Recital
Pictures of Spring Recital 2009!
Taken May 16th 2009
at 5:00 PM in the Calera High School Auditorium
To order prints, visit Don't Blink Photography.
Frequently Asked Questions
Coming soon!