"My daughter has been a dancer at Tracey & Heather for 6 years. Dancing here has not only exposed her to mainstream styles of dance, like jazz and contemporary, but also a style of hip-hop you really only see on TV and in the movies.
She has grown as a dancer through both recreational classes and competition team. She has made friends with a very diverse group of kids – all with a common passion – dance!
As a parent, I appreciate the variety of dance styles and class options for students, as well as the opportunity for competition dancers to take master classes with well-known choreographers in the dance industry.
Dancing at Tracey & Heather has provided my daughter with the chance to learn, grow, and shine in an activity she loves!"
- Tricia Broughton
The combination of the two studios has allowed me to grow in different ways than I would have if the studios remained separate. For example, through the change I have become a better dancer because I have gotten comfortable with learning in new ways from different types of teachers. It has also helped me grow as a student in my technique and stage presence, by taking me out of my comfort zone. By the studios combining it has allowed me to make new friends that I would have not made if we hadn't combined. The studios combing has helped me achieve things, as a dancer, that I would have never thought possible.
- Hailey Storm
We have 25 years of combined experience.
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Important information for parents
When you enroll your child or children at Tracey & Heather's Dance Synergy, we want to make sure you're fully informed and kept up-to-date with our rules and requirements. Read below for more information, and then give us a call to enroll!
Dress attire
Very Important — All dancers should bring a water bottle to classes. Our kiddos work very hard and we want to keep them hydrated. No soda or juice please.
Hip Hop, Tap, Gettin Down Classes – Anything comfortable, clothing can have a baggier fit if desired, and please bring a pair of clean tennis shoes to change into. No Street shoes are allowed inside the studios.
Ballet, Lyrical/Contemporary, Pointe, Jazz, Tumbling – Leotards or sports bras are suggested for the top half of the body, as well as tights/dance shorts/leggings on the bottom. We prefer no baggy clothing; snug fitting attire is appropriate.
Shoes – If you child is enrolled in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, or Pointe, they will need the appropriate shoes. If you have questions about what style of shoes to order please feel free to contact the studio via email at
traceyheatherdancesynergy@gmail.com, or via phone at
217-816-3888.
Classes
If a dancer is going to miss class, please call the studio at 217-816-3888 and leave a message. Please do not send a dancer to class if he/she is sick.
Tracey & Heather will cancel classes in situations of inclement weather. It is your responsibility to call the studio or check your email for notices of class cancellation.
When a child is in class, parents are welcome to wait in the waiting room. Children under the age of 12 must be supervised by a responsible adult at all times. Please remember that students are in class and we hope to minimize disruptions from the lobby.
When an adult is in class, their child(ren) age 12 and under are NOT allowed to wait in the waiting room.
Costume deposit
There is a $65.00 non-refundable costume deposit due December 1st for each class subject the dancer is enrolled in, with the exception of Hip-Hop, Technique, and Tumbling unless otherwise indicated by the instructor.
Parents are responsible for Hip-Hop costumes — a description will be given out by the instructor in spring. Costume balances for Hip Hop and Tumbling will be due in May.
Recital fee
The 2019-2020 recital bee will be approximately $65.00 - $80.00 per dancer and is due April 1st. Our recital date for 2020 is TBD, however it will be a weekend it June. We will let you know the exact date as soon as it is set.
Competition Team
Through an emphasis on proper technique and the joy of dance, THDS instills positive self-esteem and the winning aspects of a successful attitude in students that wish to further their dance options through competitive performance. Each spring competition tryouts are held at the studio.
It's not too late to join our National Award winning team!!!!
Students wishing to participate should contact traceyheatherdancesynergy@gmail.com to express their interest.