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JAZZ FUNK FUSION POP-UP CLASS! 🔥

Join us at Techniques In Motion for an exciting Jazz Funk Fusion experience combining musicality, funk-inspired grooves, and dynamic choreography!

💥 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12TH 💥
10:00–11:30 AM — Beginner/Intermediate
11:30 AM–1:00 PM — Intermediate/Advanced

💰 $30 per person💵 CASH ONLY

✨ MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR — LILY HEMINGWAY ✨
A Wilmington, NC native, Lily began dancing at just nine years old and has trained under Cory Smith, Lesa Broadhead, and Molly Giffin. Her training includes workshops and intensives at UNC School of the Arts, Commercial Dance Intensive, and American Dance Festival. In 2022, Lily was named “Outstanding Overall Senior” at Dance Revolution Convention. Lily earned her BFA in Dance from Shenandoah University, where she had the opportunity to work with renowned choreographers including Earl Mosley, Mike Esperanza, Tiffanie Carson, Daniel Padierna, Brandi Coleman, Maurice Fraga, Ben Howard, Erica Helm, and Katherine Zukeri. With a deep appreciation for funk music and a passion for exploring grooves across different styles of dance, Lily is excited to share her love of movement, musicality, and creativity with dancers!

💫 Come dance, groove, and have FUN with Lily!

📧 Email [email protected] to reserve your spot!

Spots are limited — don’t miss this one!

TIM School of Dance Dress Code

We have noticed some dancers are attending class in inappropriate dance attire. Parents, please make sure your dancer is properly dressed out for dance class.

Attire & Shoe Requirements
The following clothing and shoe requirements apply to all dancers at Techniques In Motion, including both our Recreational and Company programs.

Please make sure your dancer arrives to class in the appropriate attire and shoes. Proper dance attire is an important part of dance training because it allows instructors to clearly see the dancer’s alignment, placement, and technique and provide appropriate corrections.

Just as a dancer wouldn’t attend hockey practice without skates, swim class without a swimsuit, or soccer practice without cleats, proper dance attire and shoes are an essential part of dance class. *If the students dress like dancers, they will feel like dancers, act like dancers & perform like dancers!!! Dancers work harder & stay more focused when properly dressed for class.

Lyrical & Ballet classes of all ages need to have leotard & tights or leggings. The t-shirts & shorts that are being worn are not acceptable.

Dress Code
Leotards and tights of any color and style are required for ballet and technique classes.

Underwear is not necessary with leotards and tights.

Tap & Jazz students may wear jazz pants over their leotard and tights.

Hip-Hop students may wear jazz pants over a leotard or shorts and a T-shirt.

Jeans, revealing clothing, and clothing that restricts movement are not acceptable.

Hair must be secured away from the face and pulled back appropriately for class.

Excessive jewelry should not be worn to class for safety reasons.

Male dancers should wear loose-fitting clothing for most dance classes to allow for stretching and movement.

Male ballet dancers should wear form-fitting pants and a sleeveless tank or appropriate fitted dancewear.

Adult students should wear comfortable clothing that allows for movement.

ACRO CLASS DRESS CODE

For safety and ease of movement, dancers should come dressed in comfortable, form-fitting athletic/dancewear.

Dancers may wear any tight-fitting athletic or dance clothing that allows for full range of motion.

Girls MUST wear a sports bra or dance top underneath any loose-fitting shirt.

No tights — please wear athletic shorts, leggings, bike shorts, or other appropriate dancewear.

Loose or oversized clothing should be avoided unless a fitted top is worn underneath.

Hair should be pulled back and secured away from the face.

Please make sure clothing is secure and appropriate for tumbling, inversions, and partner work.

Safety first! Proper-fitting clothing helps instructors safely spot dancers and allows dancers to move freely during acro training.

Shoe Requirements
Dancers should arrive with the appropriate shoes for their class. Proper dance shoes provide the support, protection, and traction needed to safely execute movements and allow instructors to teach correct technique.

Please make sure the dancers have the proper & correct color shoes for class & Recital Performances.

Shoe requirements are stated below, and most may be purchased at Dance Exchange (4406 Wrightsville Avenue, Wilmington, NC 28403; #793-3116), or online. All shoes should be clearly marked with child’s first and last names and should not be worn outside the studio.

2-8-year-old Students:
Tap Class: Tan Merry Jane
Ballet Class: Pink ballet slippers
Jazz Class: Tan Slip on Jazz Boot

9 years-Adult:
Tap Class: Black Oxford Split Sole
Ballet Class: Pink split-sole
Jazz Class: Black Slip on Jazz Boot
Acrobatics & Tumble: No shoes
Hip Hop, Hippity Hop, Boys Only (all levels): Any Black sneaker
Lyrical/Contemporary & Technique: Foot un**es (also called foot thongs), half soles or barefoot
Clogging: For now, dancers are welcome to wear tap shoes. I would like to see everyone in clogging shoes by January. I prefer white shoes.
Shoe Options (see instructor for sizing information):
Stevens Stompers – Free Spirit or Calypso
Dancing Fair Split Sole

Pointe: See Instructor
Danceabilities: See Instructor
Male shoe requirements: Black ballet shoes, Black oxford tap shoes, Black jazz shoes

Please help us maintain consistent attire and shoe expectations across all TIM classes. If you have questions about what your dancer should wear or which shoes are required for a specific class, please contact the studio or reply to this email.

Thank you for helping us provide the best possible dance education and experience for every TIM dancer!

https://www.techniquesinmotion.com/what-to-wear/

We appreciate your support! Techniques In Motion School of Dance

What to Wear - Techniques In Motion Attire and Shoe Requirement The following color and style of clothing and shoes listed below are required for all dancers at Techniques in Motion. Please be sure you adhere to this policy for both recreational and company programs. You can additionally visit our parent handbook for detail informatio...

Dance for a Difference! 👚 Dancewear & Shoe Drive August 3 – September 3

End Summer Strong & Start Dance School Smiling!

Dance. Give. Inspire. TIM Gives Back

At Techniques In Motion, we're more than a dance studio—we're a family. This season, we're inviting our dance community to help make a difference for fellow TIM dancers.

Have dance shoes, leotards, tights, shorts, or dancewear your dancer has outgrown? Bring your gently used items to the studio to help another TIM family.💙

TIM will also be donating dance shoes to help stock the collection.

🩰 Dancewear Share: Throughout the month, families are invited to "shop" from the donated items.

There are no set prices—instead, we ask that you make a donation in any amount that feels comfortable. Every dollar donated will go into the TIM Gives Back Fund to help TIM dancers and families experiencing financial hardship with dance-related expenses. Together, we can...✨ Dance.💙Give.🌟 Inspire. Every donation—whether it's dancewear, shoes, or a monetary gift—helps another dancer continue doing what they love. Thank you for helping us build a studio culture rooted in kindness, generosity, and community. At TIM, we truly believe that when we lift one dancer, we lift our entire dance family.

Please check the Lost & Found bin under TV table in lobby by the end of this month.

All unclaimed items will be donated to charity mid next week.

Thanks, Ms. Terrie & TIM Staff

💙 Behind the TIM Staff | Part 2 💙

Every dancer has a beginning… and our amazing TIM staff had one too!

Long before they were teaching classes, creating choreography, encouraging dancers, and sharing their love of dance, they were little dancers with big dreams of their own. 🩰

They took those first steps, learned those first combinations, stumbled through those first turns, and discovered the joy that comes from doing what you love. 💕

Today, they get to pour that same passion, encouragement, and love into the next generation of dancers. 🌟

It’s pretty special to see where their journeys began and even more special to watch them help our dancers create their own stories along the way. ✨

ONLINE Registration is open for the August 2026-May 2027 Dance Season!

We hope you will join us as we begin to celebrate our 33rd Anniversary in Dance Education!!!!!!

Classes started August 3rd but its not too late!

*Ballet *Jazz *Acrobatics *Tumble Hop *Tap *Contemporary/Lyrical *Hip-Hop *Pointe *Boys Only Hip-Hop *Preschool Tumble *Discovery Motion Tap, Ballet & Tumble *Hippity Hop *Adult Hip-Hop *Adult Tap * Adult Ballet *Adult Clogging *DanceAbilities (Special Needs) *Zumba * Clogging* TumbleHop* Pom Pom Dance & Cheer* Ballet Variations * In My Jazz Era (Taylor Swift Inspired) * Funky Jazz *Become a Choreographer * Tap Improv *

Classes for dancers age 2-Adult

For more information reply to this email or go to our website to view class schedules and enroll online @ www.techniquesinmotion.com!

If you wish to register for classes online and were not currently enrolled in previous sessions, please reply to this email so we can activate your account.


Thank you for giving the gift of dance!

We look forward to seeing all of you again soon!!!!!


Sincerely, Ms. Terrie

33 years strong!

🔥 JAZZ FUNK FUSION POP-UP CLASS! 🔥

Join us at Techniques In Motion for an exciting Jazz Funk Fusion experience combining musicality, funk-inspired grooves, and dynamic choreography!

💥 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12TH 💥
10:00–11:30 AM — Beginner/Intermediate
11:30 AM–1:00 PM — Intermediate/Advanced

💰 $30 per person💵 CASH ONLY

✨ MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR — LILY HEMINGWAY ✨

A Wilmington, NC native, Lily began dancing at just nine years old and has trained under Cory Smith, Lesa Broadhead, and Molly Giffin. Her training includes workshops and intensives at UNC School of the Arts, Commercial Dance Intensive, and American Dance Festival. In 2022, Lily was named “Outstanding Overall Senior” at Dance Revolution Convention. Lily earned her BFA in Dance from Shenandoah University, where she had the opportunity to work with renowned choreographers including Earl Mosley, Mike Esperanza, Tiffanie Carson, Daniel Padierna, Brandi Coleman, Maurice Fraga, Ben Howard, Erica Helm, and Katherine Zukeri. With a deep appreciation for funk music and a passion for exploring grooves across different styles of dance, Lily is excited to share her love of movement, musicality, and creativity with dancers!

💫 Come dance, groove, and have FUN with Lily!

📧 Email [email protected] to reserve your spot!

Spots are limited — don’t miss this one! 🔥🕺💃

Have old dance shoes, leotards, or other dance items taking up space in your home?

TIM is kicking off the new dance season by making a difference, and we'd love your help!

Instead of letting those gently used items collect dust, consider donating them to support our dance community. Your donations can help dancers and families while giving these items a second life.

Thank you for helping us start the season with kindness, generosity, and community spirit!

Thanks to you we've raised $28 for a dancer in need so far!!

🔥 JAZZ FUNK FUSION POP-UP CLASS! 🔥

Join us at Techniques In Motion for an exciting Jazz Funk Fusion experience combining musicality, funk-inspired grooves, and dynamic choreography!

💥 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12TH 💥

10:00–11:30 AM — Beginner/Intermediate
11:30 AM–1:00 PM — Intermediate/Advanced

💰 $30 per person
💵 CASH ONLY

✨ MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR — LILY HEMINGWAY ✨

A Wilmington, NC native, Lily began dancing at just nine years old and has trained under Cory Smith, Lesa Broadhead, and Molly Giffin. Her training includes workshops and intensives at UNC School of the Arts, Commercial Dance Intensive, and American Dance Festival. In 2022, Lily was named “Outstanding Overall Senior” at Dance Revolution Convention. Lily earned her BFA in Dance from Shenandoah University, where she had the opportunity to work with renowned choreographers including Earl Mosley, Mike Esperanza, Tiffanie Carson, Daniel Padierna, Brandi Coleman, Maurice Fraga, Ben Howard, Erica Helm, and Katherine Zukeri. With a deep appreciation for funk music and a passion for exploring grooves across different styles of dance, Lily is excited to share her love of movement, musicality, and creativity with dancers!

💫 Come dance, groove, and have FUN with Lily!

📧 Email [email protected] to reserve your spot!

Spots are limited — don’t miss this one! 🔥🕺💃