💜 Esprit Team Newsletter
Week of November 10–16
✨ TL;DR Highlights
- Several of our current dancers and alumni came out to Tampa this weekend to support Sparrow at the Apraxia Walk — thank you for showing your Esprit spirit!
- Some of our families even donated to the Apraxia Walk fundraiser, and we are so grateful for your generosity. 💜
- Team Training: Any outside classes or training must be cleared with Sonya — being part of this team means staying on the same page with what dancers are learning and being exposed to.
- Rustbuster: Dancers should have hair and makeup done and be ready 2 hours before their scheduled performance time.
- Adrenaline Convention: Early pricing ends tomorrow! Payment must be completed by then to lock in rates.
- Our Frozen Holiday: Updates posted this week — watch for costuming details!
- Parent Meeting Nov 18 and Caldwell Show Dec 8.
- Esprit Jerseys: Holley is working on order forms for anyone who’d like to order.
📢 Announcements
🗓 Recital Week — June 1–7, 2025
Keep this week open — extra rehearsals are likely leading up to the showcase.
💰 Tuition Drafts — Nov 5
Check your accounts! Some of you have not yet added your payment method or enrolled in Ellever so your payment was unable to draft. Check with Christie if you’re unsure or need help.
📱 App Updates
Esprit App FL improvements are rolling out. Keep notifications on for team communications.
🍂 Thanksgiving Week
Studio closed Thanksgiving week; class resumes the following week.
📆 Important Dates
- December 8: Our Frozen Holiday performance at Caldwell Elementary (times TBD)
- November 18: Mandatory Parent Meeting to review details for our Christmas show and stay on track.
Please add both dates to your calendar now!
✅ Schedule Reminder
We DO have dance tomorrow as normal!
Please come prepared and ready to give your best — it’s a busy season, and every rehearsal counts!
🕗 Team Meeting — November 18 @8pm
Our Team Meeting is November 18 at 8:00 PM. Please ensure at least one parent/guardian attends. We’ll cover December expectations as well as details of our Christmas show.
🩰 Team Training & Outside Classes
Please remember to check with Sonya before taking any outside classes or training.
Being part of this team means we stay on the same page with what dancers are learning and being exposed to.
This helps maintain consistency, technique, and quality across all Esprit programs.
🕰️ Rustbuster Schedule
The Rustbuster schedule is now available online!
Please review your assigned times carefully.
All dancers should plan to have hair and makeup completely done and be ready to go at least 2 hours before their scheduled performance time.
You do not need to be in costume that early, but this window gives us time to warm up, stretch, and run through any important or tricky parts before going on stage — and ensures we’re ready if the event runs ahead of schedule.
❄️ Our Frozen Holiday – Updates
Check the graphics and updates for Our Frozen Holiday, where we’re adding details for costuming, shoes, and accessories.
This is our whole-team Christmas show, featuring performances at:
- Lights in the Park
- Caldwell Elementary
- December Market
Stay tuned as updates continue this week!
🎭 HDAMLF Rehearsal + Rustbuster
There will not be an HDAMLF rehearsal this Friday since we’ll be performing Rustbuster routines at Showstopper that evening.
We’ll reschedule that rehearsal soon — watch for updates.
🍂 Thanksgiving Break
The studio will be closed the week of Thanksgiving so dancers and families can enjoy time together. Classes and rehearsals resume the following week.
💥 Adrenaline Convention
The Adrenaline Convention takes place December 12–14!
Estimated early pricing (if paid today or tomorrow):
- Sparks / Minis / Juniors – approximately $305
- Teens / Seniors – approximately $370
- Solo entry – approximately $230
These prices are only guaranteed if payment is made no later than tomorrow.
Please complete the Adrenaline JotForm as soon as possible, and we will immediately invoice your total through Ellever so payment can be processed right away and your dancer can be registered.
After tomorrow, rates will increase.
🎄 December Market Performance
Sign up now for the December Market performance!
We’ll be using a short segment from Our Frozen Holiday, but we need to confirm which dancers are available so we can finalize the lineup.
Please sign up promptly so we can start planning.
👕 Esprit Jerseys
Holley is currently working on order forms for those who would like to purchase Esprit Jerseys!
These make great holiday gifts and are perfect for showing team spirit at events and competitions.
Keep an eye out for the official order link once forms are ready, and reach out to Holley with any questions or to express interest in placing an order early.
💬 Stay Connected
Text alerts & reminders are sent via the Parent Portal. Messages come from 1-855-516-1767 — please add this number and our studio line 863-288-0080 to your contacts.
Website: espritperformingarts.com • Facebook & Instagram: @EspritPerformingArts
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While we will try to inform you of any new updates, you should still be checking the links here or in your app often to make sure you haven’t missed any important updates or announcements.
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Dancer of the Month
Ellie Moore