Welcome
to the Vicki Jo Dance Studio.
Welcome, I am Vicki Furnas owner, teacher, and choreographer.
I began
my career in dance as a 5 year old student at the Vicki Jo Dance Studio. After receiving numerous awards in dance and
acrobat as a student, I began teaching dance in 1971. I became the Assistant teacher in 1979. In 1992, I acquired
the studio from my lifetime instructor Victoria Jo Boyer.
I have been a member of Dance Masters of America,
Chapter #16, since 1992. Membership is granted only after passing a strenuous set of tests in dance knowledge, skill,
and creativity. After obtaining my Dance Masters membership, I successfully completed three years of training of Dance
Masters of America Training School on the campus of Kent State University. Not only did I pass with flying colors, I
received an excellent rating from all of the testers.
I have studied under numerous well-known teachers such as:
David Howard, Judy Bassing, Luigi, Julie Oster, Tremaine, and numerous others, making me, I feel, well-rounded. I choreogragh
award winning routines for competition groups at The Vicki Jo Dance Studio, and I do all of choreography for all of the recreation
students. I have taught in a variety of venues, such as, High School Musicals, Show Choirs, the Parks and recreation
of Xenia. I have judged Miss Ohio Contestants, and have taught dance routines to Miss Ohio contestants I also do the
Choreography and participates in my church liturgical group.
Sierra Campbell has recently joined our teaching staff.
Sierra grew up at the Vicki Jo Dance Studio as a student, then a competitive student, and a teacher. She also had the lead
in several productions at the La Comedia Dinner Theater in Springboro, Ohio. She left to gain more knowledge of dance in New
York City. Sierra returned to the Vicki Jo Dance Studio and has become my Assistant, wanting to share in her knowledge
and experiences. She is currently striving to obtain her certification in Zumba. We hope to offer this class this
summer. Sierra is also studying for her Ohio Dance Masters certification.
Vicki is a passionate dance instructor
for kids of all ages. The Vicki Jo Dance Studio also has several personally mentored teachers.
The
Vicki Jo Dance Studio is celebrating it's 54th year of existence, and our students have become more technically sound each
year. I attend ODM conventions every year to stay on top of the latest in dance.
Our competition students
are invited to join, after we determine their abilities. We attend two regional competitions and one National Competition,
with the understanding that our students are well-rounded and have the ability to also participate in school activities.
Life these days is abundantly busy, so our hope is to be very convenient for the parents. Classes for students
are scheduled back to back, with only one trip a week to the studio for the recreational dancers. Our students range
in age from 3 years old to 65. All classes are 30 minutes each, except for competition groups. Classes available
are: Ballet - 3 years old thru Adult, Acrobat - 3 years old and up depending on sign-ups. Tap - 5 years
old and up, Jazz - 7 years old and up - Hip Hop - 9 years old and up, Hawaiian 8 years old and up. We also offer tap
& jazz for adults. Registration for fall classes will start in April.
Please call soon, classes
fill up quickly!
937-866-5151 0r e-mail lilvic937@earthlink.net
Dance education is foremost in our thoughts,
but dance also is really FUN! It's great for self esteem, posture, coordination, and socialization.
By sharing
my knowledge of dance and my passion for dance with my students, I hope to contribute to their physical, emotional and social
development.
Fall classes begin after labor day. We also offer summer classes and dance camp the last week
of July. We would love to teach your kids to dance! Girls and Boys!!
Sincerely,
Vicki Furnas
