Welcome!
Posted: 06 Aug 2007

Just For Kix Dance:
Here at Just for Kix we feel that it’s important for young dancers to interact and learn as a team. Team based dance provides new and existing dancers with an opportunity to have fun while learning and growing as a group. We offer precision dance team instruction in over 150 Midwest communities and hope to continue to grow. By enrolling your son or daughter in Albert Lea’s Just for Kix dance classes you will be exposing them to quality dance instruction in a nurturing and culturally rich environment. There they will study and participate in various styles of dance including jazz, ballet, and tap. Group lessons in Albert Lea provide young dancers with the ability to learn and perfect new techniques while they create everlasting friendships with like minded peers. Individuals who take part in team dance activities will develop remarkable socialization skills; achieve a heightened sense of self esteem, and learn key components in maintaining a healthy and physically fit lifestyle. These life lessons, among others, will benefit your child well into adulthood.
From the Director:
The Albert Lea JFK program is one of 150 programs in the 7 state area. JFK employs talented Directors to implement their caring values and philosophies, while teaching and preparing dancers for high school dance team. The Albert Lea JFK director is Aimee Struck. Aimee has had studio dance experience for 14 years and coached the ALHS Tiger Dance Team for three years. Aimee is a graduate of the University of Minnesota, Mankato and is starting her 13th year with Just For Kix .In 2003 she was honored with the Director of The Year award.
In Just For Kix we pride ourselves in teaching dance skills, teamwork, self-confidence and the art of performing in a fun and energetic atmosphere. Come join the fun!
PHILOSOPHY: Our philosophy has always been to treat dancers, as we would want our own children to be treated. We want our studio to be a place where dancers feel valued and cherished. Our goal is to instill confidence and self-esteem, while helping them stay active.
TECHNIQUE and BASICS: Parents are amazed by how detail oriented JFK is. Basic placement and technique is a major focus. We work on creating good habits in the younger dancers, to prevent bad habits from developing.
FLEXIBILITY and STRENGTH is focused on too! These are 2 key factors in a great dancer.
CHOREOGRAPHY: Our choreography is what built our business. It is creative and innovative.
DID WE MENTION FUN??? That is the NUMBER ONE ingredient. Our classes are fast paced and fun. We have great music and great instructors.
Aimee Struck: Teaches all classes in Jazz and 2nd Grade - Adults.
Whitney Kermes: Whitney will be teaching Tuesday classes (3 yr olds - 1st grade) She is a former Just For Kix Dancer who has been a JFK Head Instructor and Assistant. Whitney is currently attending the University of Minnesota in Mankato, majoring in Business and Dance.
Assistants: Maranda Glassel, Aleah Roberts & Ashley Viktora

