THE ACADEMY
LIVE THE MAGIC OF DANCE
Join DM Talent Academy and experience the harmony, beauty and emotion that only dance can offer.
We are
Venezuela Renaciente
DM Talent Academy is Venezuela Renaciente, founded in September 2019, under the direction of Diana Meneses, a Venezuelan professional dancer who in collaboration with a group of enthusiastic Venezuelans, preserve and promote the folklore and culture of Venezuela, sharing in common the love for dance in order to keep alive their traditions abroad. Currently our academy also offers a variety of modern and contemporary dance programs for all ages.
One of the main objectives is to highlight the values and Venezuelan culture within the community, for this reason the school is open to different nationalities, currently we have members from countries such as Colombia, Peru and Venezuela.
We are here to support the hopes and dreams that every dancer wishes to pursue.
Each presentation motivates us to give our best. However, it takes time, discipline and dedication to develop the skills and abilities required. We teach and expect all of our students to be respectful and encouraging at all times to teachers, teammates and those with whom we interact.
The new families that join and integrate, will feel at home. It is with this criteria in mind that we make our selection to be part of this great family of dancers.
Commitment and Dedication
Dance is a year-round art, and we all look forward to a successful season for our students. To make this happen, we are committed to providing highly qualified teachers, top-notch equipment and a training environment that prioritizes safety, support and positive experiences, ensuring that rehearsals are never compromised.
About Us
Dancing, our passion
Our Mission
We seek to inspire passion for art and culture in each student. We also reinforce values and principles through art, example, positive experiences and memories that they will carry in their hearts and memories for a lifetime.
Our Vision
We want to make sure that every student and family has a positive experience in the art of dance. It is a privilege for us to have the opportunity to teach the art of dance.
Our Objective
We are committed to promoting self-motivation, self-discipline, good work ethic and leadership, team spirit and grace to carry with you for a lifetime.
Security Protocol
Although the art of dance generally does not pose high risks to its practitioners, we are not exempt from injury, which is why all parents should be fully aware of the potential risks involved in dancing. As a school we are very aware of the potential danger and will do everything possible to achieve and maintain a safe environment for our dancers. We believe in strength, flexibility and precautions to keep our dancers as safe as possible.
- It is important to us that you are aware that, should an injury occur during rehearsal time, the teacher in charge will inform you how it happened.
- In the event of a serious injury, protocol dictates that we call 911 for medical assistance and then call the parents.
- If an injury persists for more than a few days, you may want to consider seeking medical attention. Please keep the teacher updated on your child’s health at all times.
Communication
Team communication is an important part of the big picture and things can change very quickly. To monitor this the school principal will include it in a WhatsApp group we request all team parents to download the App. All communications and updates will be posted here. This is a private group for families of students only. All communication regarding team matters will be done through this group.
Parents, you should check the WhatsApp group notifications frequently to keep abreast of all developments and/or changes at Venezuela Renaciente. It is your responsibility to keep your information as up to date as possible with the school principal. Diana Meneses(720) 352-1062, Sra. Johanna Ramirez (720) 371-3493, and venezuelarenaciente2019@gmail.com.
Social Networking Policies
To protect our teachers and students, we strictly prohibit any member of our community (staff and/or families) from making publications through social networks with personal and/or confidential information, comments of a racist, sexist, classist and/or offensive nature; CLASS VIDEOS or recording not authorized by the Venezuela Renaciente school, through Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Tumblr, Instagram, Snapchat, text messages, websites, etc.
Dancer Policies
Dress Code
● Uniform must be worn at all times. (Force majeure reason, notify the director. Diana Meneses o Johanna Ramirez)
● Hair must be properly tied back so as not to interfere in any way during rehearsal.
● No jewelry of any kind may be worn during rehearsal, except for small earrings.
● Only the dance shoes being practiced are allowed in the studio.
Objects and personal objectives
● The studio is a “cell phone free” location. If your student chooses to bring their cell phone to the studio, we require that phones be left in their backpacks until the end of the rehearsal.
● Each dance rehearsal is exclusive to enrolled students.
Each student must attend weekly rehearsals unless he/she is ill, injured or too much school work is piling up.
● Be on time for all regularly scheduled rehearsals. That means being on the floor ready to start when rehearsal begins and not talking or loitering around the room.
● Si por algún motivo llegará tarde o estará ausente, deberá notificar a las personas autorizadas Diana Meneses (720) 352-1062, la Sra. Johanna Ramírez (720) 371-3493.
●Students are never allowed to stand outside while waiting to be picked up.
● Upon arriving late (no more than 10 minutes), the dancer should automatically perform conditioning/stretching on their own, prior to joining rehearsal and/or class.
● Students may not leave the rehearsal or performance room without the express permission of their teacher.
All injuries, no matter how minor, should be reported immediately to the teacher. Injured dancers must attend practice. They will be assigned a modified rehearsal, adhering to the doctor’s guidelines.
● An injured student must provide a letter from his/her physician allowing him/her to fully participate in practice.
● Interaction between students and parents during a rehearsal or performance is inappropriate. A distracted student is an excellent candidate for injury.
● All dancers MUST label with NAME and LAST NAME all belongings including shoes, costumes and other items.
Dancer Behavior
● All students are expected to be punctual.
● All students are expected to demonstrate good behavior at all times.
● Treats other students, teachers, and other members of the community with respect, kindness, and courtesy.
Bullying, teasing or negative comments will not be tolerated and could result in missed rehearsals and in repeated cases dropped from the team.
Be honest, humble and respectful.
Never consider yourself better or worse than another dancer. All students possess different strengths and weaknesses. If you haven’t discovered yours, you soon will.
● Worry only about what you can control: your attitude, your effort, your attention, your grooming and your coordination.
● All dancers HAVE IDENTIFIED with NAME and LAST NAME all their belongings this includes, shoes, costumes among others.
● Always act in a manner that shows respect for yourself and the studio. This is not a place to exhibit anger, dislike, or disrespect toward faculty or staff. This includes, but is not limited to:
○ Rolling your eyes
○ Walking away when a teacher is talking to you
○ Making negative comments about corrections
○ Sharing negative comments with teammates in and out of the classroom.
Dancer Expectations
Take care of your body! Eat healthy foods and snacks. Provide your body with foods and beverages that will help you do your best, staying hydrated is key.
● You should drink water only for the time indicated in the practice.
● Know that you will experience frustrations. Face them and learn from them. Keep a positive attitude as we work through it.
● Attend all practices
● Attend all scheduled performances and special events, to the extent possible.
● Ask your parents to send a message and/or call the teacher before rehearsal to notify them that you will be absent for some reason and/or reason.
● Arrive on time and stay until rehearsal is over. Arrive ready to participate with proper attire, well rested and ready to go.
● IF YOUR CHILD DOES NOT ARRIVE READY TO FOLLOW THE DRESS CODE FOR EACH CLASS, A WARNING WILL BE ISSUED.
● TWICE CONTINUOUSLY WILL RESULT IN HAVING TO SIT DOWN. REMAINING AS A LISTENER TO THE CLASS.
● THREE OR MORE TIMES WILL RESULT IN INELIGIBILITY TO PARTICIPATE IN UPCOMING SHOWS.
● Absolutely no food, no cell phones are allowed on the dance floor. Only bottles of water in the assigned places.
● You are expected to work hard, do your best and have a good attitude. This is all we will ask of you and this is always what you should demand of yourself.
● Ask permission to leave the studio. This applies to leaving rehearsal early, going to the bathroom, or calling or texting your parents.
● Your teachers must know where you are. No calls, texting or social networking at any time unless given permission by the teacher.
● You are expected to be responsible and careful with costumes before, during and after each performance.
● Each dancer is RESPONSIBLE for identifying each garment, accessory, shoes with their First and Last Name.
● Under no circumstances is the consumption of gum, chewing gum allowed in the studio.
DO YOUR CONDITIONING AND REHEARSAL TO THE BEST OF YOUR ABILITY!
Yes, conditioning and practice can be or feel a little difficult, but without practice, dedication and consistency you will not succeed, i.e. you will not be able to develop the required skills, so do the best you can!
Time in each rehearsal is extremely valuable. However, it is important that you develop your own habits of self-discipline and self-motivation, in your own time and space. Those habits are the ones that will stay with you long after you leave school.
Treat your fellow students and dance teachers with respect. Remember that this is more than a school, it is a family and everything someone else does will help the family to be better. Bullying, teasing and negative comments, whether in person or on social media, will not be tolerated.