Updated 03-10-2010

Click Here to Fill Out a Program Evaluation

WHERE TO FIND THINGS ON OUR WEBSITE:
Calendar: Printable Class Schedule, Make-Up Classes, Newsletters
Classes: General Class Information, Registration Information, Class Offerings, Class Fees, and Uniform Information
Contact Us:  Director and Home Office Contact Information
Information:   Current and Important Information, Performances, and Downloadable Forms (handouts from class)

Photos: Photos from Performances and More!

JUST FOR KIX OVERVIEW:
At Just for Kix we feel that it’s important for 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 185 communities and hope to continue to grow. By enrolling your daughter or son in Mendota’s Just for Kix dance classes you will be exposing them to quality dance instruction in a nurturing and culturally rich environment. Each of our communities offer various dance styles including; high kick, jazz, ballet, tap, hip hop and lyrical. Group lessons in Mendota provide young dancers with the ability to learn and perfect new techniques while they create everlasting friendships with likeminded 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.

PHILOSOPHY:
Our philosophy has always been to treat dancers as we would want our own children to be treated. We want our classes 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. Creator, Cindy’s philosophy is TAKE CARE OF THE LITTLE THINGS and BIG THINGS WILL HAPPEN. (Possibly why the high school team she coaches has won 8 state championships as well as a National Championship.) Instruction is VERY hands on and focused.
 FLEXIBILITY and STRENGTH is focused on too! They are 2 key factors in becoming a great dancer; challenging dancers to advance and progress to their top potential.

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.

ADDITIONAL INFO:
1. You will perform multiple times per season at large-scale events.
2. The older classes compete in a “low pressure” environment. (4th grade and up)
3. Your costumes/uniforms are reasonably priced. Core classes use them for 2 years. Many times because of the JFK network your used uniform can be sold to dancers in other communities.
4. JFK is organized. We get it done! Class time is maximized so every minute is utilized.
5. Classes start on time and end on time.

DID WE MENTION FUN???
That is the NUMBER ONE ingredient. Our classes are fast paced and fun. We have great choreography, great music and great instructors.

STUDIO ONLINE!!!
This is a new area of the Just For Kix website geared specifically to Just For Kix dancers. There are video clips on technique, games, downloads of coloring pages, and even wallpaper for your computer. You can also sign up to receive special offers and mailings from Just For Kix. Check it out!!

From the Director, Carla Witte:

With the possibility of inclement weather, please check this location of the website for cancellations due to the weather. The cancellations would be listed under this section of  “FROM THE DIRECTOR” as well as an email sent to all dancers that have provided correct email addresses.  I will follow the Mendota School systems schedule.  If school is cancelled, there will be no JFK classes. If school is let out early and all after school activities are cancelled, JFK classes will be cancelled.  If only partial after school activities are cancelled, there will be JFK classes. It is VERY rare for JFK to cancel classes so definitely check your website if you have doubt. DO NOT CALL THE MENDOTA SCHOOLS - I would prefer all parents to check the website, email or my home office number. 

PLEASE refer to your calendar site for upcoming performances during the 2009-10 season.! 

IN PREPARATION FOR OUR UPCOMING PERFORMANCE and COMPETITiON SEASON, I WOULD LIKE TO REMIND EVERYONE THAT REGULAR ATTENDANCE IS IMPORTANT! PLEASE MAKE SURE ATTENDANCE IS A PRIORTIY.  WE ARE A TEAM AND EACH DANCER IS IMPORTANT TO OUR CLASSES! — that said, it is flu season and just a reminder that dancers should not attend class if they are sick.  Do not attend class if your dancer has had flu-like symptoms or a fever within the last 24 hours.

If you are a new dancer interested in the Mendota Just for Kix program, please contact Coach Carla for information and availability. Dancers can join throughout the dance season  - call NOW for information and class availability! Please check the section “class information” for info on class times/dates, uniforms and JFK information.  Call Coach Carla at 815-824-2998 or email at mendota_il@justforkix.com.

Check out the new Mendota Just For Kix (click here) page on Facebook!  Become a “fan” !

INSTRUCTORS:

• Carla Witte, Director and Instructor
• Macy Cilella, Head Instructor
• Rachel Moore, Head Instructor
• Ellen Witte, Assistant
• Kailyn Miller, Assistant