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Wishing you a
Happy Holiday Season!
Hi Friends,
This is our fourth Newsletter so far, and I am excited to share some great events this month! See below for info on our Holiday BookFair at Barnes and Noble December 8-17. We have two great shows coming up and a recording session with some of our original ballet learning songs, sure to keep your dancer en pointe between classes! 
Below, you will also hear from my first ballet teacher on what she values most in a student. Our instructor Miss Laura will share some pointers on improving your pirouettes. In Camila's Corner this month, come join us for a backstage visit to a Broadway show!  Since all ballet classes start with pile, check out our latest home practice video right here!
New American Youth Ballet Plie Practic
New American Youth Ballet Plie Practice
Enjoy the newsletter and Happy Holidays!  
~ Elizabeth Flores and Bonnie Fernandez
New American Youth Ballet Directors
See Maria and Alexandra Belopolsky
As Clara and Little Sister Frederica
Dance Together December 10th!

B ARNES AND NOBLE BOOK-FAIR DECEMBER 8-17 & SHOW DECEMBER 10TH!
Shop for all your family and friends at Barnes in Noble in Tribeca online or anywhere online at BN.COM/bookfairs 
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Thanks for helping the New American Youth Ballet Costume & Orchestra Fund!
Please Note: Monday December 12th classes will be held at Bares & Noble!



Camilla's Corner Backstage at a Broadway Show!
Camilla's Corner Backstage at a Broadway Show!

Miss Laura's 5 Tips for better Turns!
  1. Spot! It will prevent you from getting dizzy and help you turn faster. Your head weighs a lot - keep your turns sharp, fast and clean to prevent it throwing you off. 
  2. Heels on the floor before you turn! Many times, dancers form an incorrect habit of moving their standing heel a little before taking off to turn. You need all the momentum you can get from your preparation, keep heels on the floor.
  3. Go directly into passé. Approach it like a balance and turn!
  4. Balance, balance balance! If you wish to achieve multiple turns, balance longer. 2 count balance = 1 turn, 4 count balance = 2 turns, and so on.
  5. Don't be afraid to fall! Remember it's ok to fall - that how we learned to walk! The more you practice the better you will get!  
Falling is a Part of Learning!
Falling is a Part of Learning By Elizabeth Flores and Dr. Alan Turry



A beautiful celebration of live music and danceDecember 18th St. Johns University 300 Howard Ave. Staten Island NY Free to ALL! WOW!


Calendar Reminders:
  • Barnes & Noble Book Fair: Dec. 8-17
  • Barnes & Noble Show: Dec.10th 4pm
  • Nutcracker Holiday Show with Orchestra
December 18th Staten Island 5pm

  • Current Term Ends January 28th
  • Spring 2017 Term: February 6th - June 17th
  • No Classes: 12/24, 12/31, 1/2                  
             



Kristen Palmeri and the New American Youth Ballet in Rehearsal!
Kristen Palmeri and the New American Youth Ballet in Rehearsal!

Even my dog wants to get into show business! 




 This was backstage at The Nutcracker with my teacher Karen Harriell. I was 9 I think. Karen is still teaching and dancing as beautifully as ever.
I asked her to share a few words for our newsletter. I'm blessed to have had such a positive teacher - she made a lasting impression on me and still does!
~ Elizabeth  


My name is Karen Harriell and I had the great pleasure of teaching Elizabeth the art of ballet when she was a child.  What a focused young dancer and hard worker!  She had natural talent but always strived to do her best in class and on stage.  She gave 100% of herself every time.  Truly a ballet teacher's dream student!


 I have been a ballet teacher since 1988 and a dance school director from 2006-2016.  I have seen many young dancers come through the doors of the studio.  I have enjoyed watching them grow in their technique and love for this beautiful art.   

What gave me the most satisfaction and feeling of accomplishment were the dancers who made consistent class attendance a priority,  came to class ready to work in the required dress code, took any corrections with grace plus made the changes to improve, and met new challenges with a positive attitude.  These students were the ones who excelled and became strong, dependable dancers.
 
There is no better feeling than watching young dancers succeed and reach for the stars!





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Gather around and watch this inspiring student....

 
Addy's Ballet Journey Continues.
Addy's Ballet Journey Continues.