LaChaney's Fitness Classes have Begun!!!!

LaChaney's Fitness classes are in full effect! Work-out with us mornings or evenings, whatever works for you. Unlimitd classes $39.95 - become a LaChaney Fit member and renew your mind, body and soul. Our fitness schedule is posted online at: www.lachaney.info (view the updates tab).

NEW SEASON!

It's hard to believe, but the summer is over and classes are back in session. It is so important to incorporate an activity into your child' daily schedule.

Go for quality, not quantity. Your child will benefit most from one or two activities that are fun, reinforce social development, and teach new skills. Too much scheduled time can be stressful, especially for young children, and may make it harder to concentrate on schoolwork. When evaluating extracurricular activities, consider your family schedule and personal energy level. Multiple activities per child may be too much to manage, particularly if the activities have overlapping times, disparate locations, require your attendance, or disrupt the dinner hour.
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LaChaney's Dance & Music Academy Goes to Disney (July 2011)

It was an honor for our school to travel from New Jersey to Orlando,Florida for the second time to perform at Walt Disneyworld! We had a supportive group with many members of our Performance Art Company that took to the stage at Downtown Disney!

Our Performance Art Company should be honored and thankful that they had the privilege of performing nine dance pieces at Disney!

Here are a few pictures from our trip!

NEXT ROUND OF THE APOLLO & GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION

It was a productive week last week our first trio took third place at Amateur Night at the Apollo in the Adult Category!

ALSO WE ARE BLESSED & HONORED TO HAVE MANY ON HAND FOR OUR RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY!

Excerpt from Maplewood Patch
Springfield Avenue Gets a New Dance Studio
An established performance studio, LaChaney's Dance & Music Academy, makes the move from Union to Maplewood.

By Sonya Kimble-Ellis

Students, family, friends and several township officials joined Lashonda Chaney Saturday afternoon at the grand opening of LaChaney’s Dance & Music Academy at 1747 Springfield Avenue.

Previously located on Morris Avenue in Union for the past eight years, Chaney opened her new Maplewood location in early June — filling a very visible vacancy at the former WaMu Bank site.

“We’re a one-stop shop for families,” said Chaney. “Our studio is perfect for parents trying to find something for each of their kids and maybe for themselves. The fact that we offer more than one program is a great thing for families.”

Chaney’s studio offers classes in karate, dance, music, gymnastics and fitness. Also available is the opportunity for youngsters to participate in the LaChaney All Stars competitive cheerleading team. In addition, the studio provides tutoring, aftercare and an after-school program.


You can read the full article at:http://maplewood.patch.com/articles/springfield-avenue-gets-a-new-dance-studio#photo-6752869

OPEN HOUSE & REGISTER FOR SUMMER & FALL CLASSES! SAT. 6.18.11

Date: June 18, 2011
Time: 12:00pm–2:00pm

JOIN US AT OUR OPEN HOUSE! Take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to register for summer and fall classes. Also we will be introducing our "Kid Fit" Classes where we have teamed up with First Lady Michelle Obama to help fight kid obesity. http://www.meetup.com/Lets-Move/Maplewood-NJ/105412/

PLUS!!!!!!

REGISTER FOR OUR SUMMER ENRICHMENT PROGRAM (Full Day) along with our 3 week Summer Intensive Dance Evening Program and our Instrumental Music Camp!

You can also register for our Karate and Gymantics Program!

BONUS!!!!

If you are interested in our LaChaney All-Stars Cheerleading Program come out and receive valuable information regarding Try-out dates!

CALENDAR CHECK: UPCOMING DATES FOR LDMA....

JUNE 2011
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6.11.11- RECITAL 2011 "AT THE GRAMMY'S"-Plainfield High School at 5pm

6.12.11-CELEBRATION & FAMILY FUN-MAPLECREST PARK-MAPLEWOOD,NJ (1-5PM)
* TAKE ADVANTAGE TO REGISTER FOR SUMMER AND FALL CLASSES*


6.18.11- OPEN HOUSE (12-2PM)-REGISTER FOR SUMMER & FALL CLASSES- PARENT ORIENTATION FOR LaChaney All-Stars (Sign up @ the Picnic on 6.12) also Informational Session for our "Kid Fit" Classes where we joined forces with the "Let's Move" Campaign in the fight against kid's obesity & help children getactive & fit again.

PERFORMANCES AT THE APOLLO......COME OUT & SUPPORT!!!!!

LAST NIGHT WAS A GREAT NIGHT AT THE APOLLO THEATER.
OUR TRIO GROUP "BOOM BOOM POW" WILL BE PERFORMING 8.17.11

PLUS PERFORMING IN TWO WEEKS WE HAVE OUR FIRST TRIO GROUP "NOBODY GREATER" PERFORMING ON JUNE 22ND!!!!!

PLEASE COME OUT AND SUPPORT!!!! THIS GROUPS WORK VERY HARD AND ARE DEDICATED TO THE DISCIPLINE OF DANCE....

Summer is here........

DO YOU NEED A SAFE, FUN, AND ENRICHING CAMP FOR YOUR CHILD? DON'T LOOK ANY FURTHER. WE HAVE THE PLACE JUST FOR YOU!!!!!

LaChaney’s Dance & Music Academy SUMMER ENRICHMENT PROGRAM
Our basic program day runs from 9am - 4pm.
Extended Care is offered between 8am - 9am and/or 4pm - 5pm. Campers bring
their own lunch each day in a disposable bag with a box drink for all weeks. We also provide an afternoon snack and water or beverages during the day.Children need to wear comfortable clothing,and will be instructed otherwise if necessary. Special events are also planned throughout the summer.
Focal Points Throughout The Weekday Supplemental—Educational Enrichment/Science/Team Building/Arts & Crafts/ Field Trips Dance/Karate/Music/Games/Sports/Physical Fitness/ Motivational Rap Sessions
Grades-K thru 8
Boys & Girls!
Our groups will be broken up into several teams based on their age and grade level.
TENTATIVE FIELD TRIPS
(Not Included In Fees)
· Local Walking Trips
· Maplewood Pool
· Roller-skating
· Bowling
· Going to Zoo
PROGRAM SESSIONS & FEES (Full Day Program)
Session I June 20th-July 1st (2 weeks) $350.00 (Save $50)
Session II July 11th–July 29th (3 weeks) $525.00 (Save $75)
Session III August 1st- August 17th (3 weeks)$525.00 (Save$75)
Don’t need 3 weeks -Take Advantage of week lyrates $200.00
Morning Only Extended Care(8am-9am) $30.00/week
Evening Only Extended Care (4pm-5pm) $30.00/week
Morning & Evening Extended Care $50.00/week
· $200 Deposit / Session due at time of registration. (1st come 1st serve bases)
· Please note that registration will close on June 18, 2011, NO EXCEPTIONS.
· Sorry we only have limited spaces available.Reserve your weeks now!
3 Week Summer Intensive Evening Program
Session 1: July 11th - July 27th
Session 2: August 1st - August 17th
Ages 2 - 4 (Mon./Tue./Wed.)
Ballet: 5pm - 6pm / $139 Gymnastics: 6pm - 6:45pm / $99
Ages 5 - 8: (Mon./Tue./Wed.)
Ballet / Jazz / Hip-Hop: 5:30pm - 7:30pm / $199
Gymnastics: 7:30pm - 8:15pm / $99 Karate: 7:30pm - 8:30pm / $99
Ages 9+: (Mon./Tue./Wed.)
Ballet / Jazz / Hip-Hop: 5:30pm - 7:30pm / $199
Karate: 7:30 - 8:30 / $99
Instrumental Music Camp at LaChaney’s
For young musicians in grades 3 - 8 (all levels)
Week 1: July 18th - 22nd
Week 2: July 25th - 29th
Week 3: August 8th - 12th
9:00am - 12 noon
$180 per week
(Daily snack will be provided)
Campers bring their own instrument each day. If a camper needs an
instrument please notify us upon registration and we will provide
one for the week.
· Daily Music Themes
· Group Discussions & Sectional Instruction
· Weekly Mini Concert on Last Camp Day.
REGISTER NOW! 973-378-3877

TONIGHT IS THE NIGHT!!!!! APOLLO HERE WE COME........

WE ARE HEADED ON THE ROAD TO APOLLO THEATER TODAY.....

Today is the day! We are heading to the famous Apollo Theater! We are grateful, humbled and truly blessed! We are truly happy about the performances tonight! We have Cha'Nel, Tamia, Bayinnah, Tajahnae, Ranelle, Okera, & Brionna performing "Whip My Hair" in the "Stars of Tomorrow" Category & Dominique performing "I Worship You" in the Adult Category!

COME OUT & SUPPORT!!!!!

*NEW PROGRAMS* REGISTER TODAY! DON'T WAIT!

NEW SEASON! NEW LOCATION! NEW PROGRAMS! PLUS DANCE CLASSES.....

DID YOUR FORGET TO REGISTER FOR THE SUMMER PROGRAM & THE FALL SEASON?

DON'T WORRY YOU STILL HAVE TIME!

SUMMER PROGRAM:
FULL DAY SUMMER ENRICHMENT PROGRAM 8AM-5PM

SUMMER INTENSIVE EVENING PROGRAM:DANCE, KARATE & GYMNASTICS
INSTRAMENTAL MUSIC CAMP:9AM-12PM

BALLET/POINTE
JAZZ/MODERN
HIP-HOP
TAP
PRE-SCHOOL DANCE
KARATE
GYMNASTICS
ADULT CLASSES

MUSIC:
PIANO
DRUM
GUITAR
VOCAL
& MUCH MORE.....

ZUMBA, HIP HOP, CARDIO/ABS, STEP AEROBICS, SEXY LAFIT/SCULPT & TONE, KID FIT

LACHANEY ALL-STARS-CHEERLEADING

AFTER-SCHOOL TUTORING


1747 SPRINGFIELD AVE. MAPLEWOOD, NJ 973.378.3877 WWW.LACHANEY.INFO

WE ARE ON THE MOVE! NEW LOCATION!

LaChaney’s Dance & Music Academy, under the Direction of LaShonda Chaney, a former teacher of the Maplewood / South Orange school district is excited to announce that we are calling Maplewood, NJ our new home! We are making the move from Union, NJ where we have been established for the past eight years. We offer all genres from dance, music, karate, gymnastics, after-school tutoring, summer enrichment camps and fitness for all ages. We are extremely excited about our new state of the art facility: Housing 3 large dance studios with viewing windows and floating dance floors, a private music room, a tutorial / computer room, a spacious reception office to help our clients with all of their needs. Parking available on premises, as well as on-street parking.

1747 SPRINGFIELD AVE. MAPLEWOOD, NJ 07040
WWW.LACHANEY.INFO

IT'S SHOWTIME!!!!!! 6.11.11

TIME FOR YOU GET YOUR FAMILY TOGETHER!
YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS OUR ANNUAL RECITAL (PRODUCTION)

LIGHTS! CAMERA! ACTION!

It's time to prepare yourself for our end of the year Recital!!! Showtime is in 46 days!!! Tickets go on sale in 2 weeks!!! You do not want to miss out!!!

CONTACT THE STUDIO AT: 908.688.3877
VISIT US ON THE WEB: www.lachaney.info

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!!

UPCOMING EVENTS...

*MAY 6th & 7th- Autoland Kids Festival-Union, NJ

*MAY 15th- Maplewood Mayfest-Maplewood, NJ

*June 1st-Amateur Night at the Apollo-Harlem, NY

June 5th-12th- Recital Week-Union & Plainfield, NJ

*June 8th-Amateur Night at the Apollo-Harlem, NY

June 11th- Annual Recital- Plainfield NJ

June 12th-Appreciation Picnic

*June 22nd-Amateur Night at the Apollo-Harlem, NY

*June 29th-Amateur Night at the Apollo-Harlem, NY


*Performance Art Company Performances

For more information please contact the dance studio at 908.688.3877
Feel free to visit LaChaney's Dance & Music Academy on the Web at www.lachaney.info

WE MADE IT!!!!!! WE ARE GOING TO APOLLO

WE ARE LOCKED IN FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE!!!!!!

ALL FIVE OF OUR GROUPS MADE APOLLO AMATEUR NIGHT FOR ALL 5 WEEKS IN JUNE. WE ARE OVERJOYED AND EXCITED. THERE ARE NO WORDS THAT CAN EXPRESS THE HAPPINESS. OUR DIRECTOR, STAFF, STUDENTS, PARENTS & FRIENDS ARE TRULY HUMBLED, GRATEFUL, BLESSED AND HONORED!!!!!


CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL PERFORMERS!!!!

SUMMER CLASSES 2011!

Did you receive the new newsletter? Do not wait until the last minute to inquire about our summer session!We are offering Dance, Music, Gymnastics and Karate!.

Also the summer is the perfect time to get your child ready for the new school year. Please inquire about our Education Program where we offer study tips, reading tips, homework tips, time management tips, etc.

Visit us today at www.lachaney.info for more information...

NEWS ALERT! NEW WEBSITE LAYOUT!

CHECK OUT THE NEW LAYOUT OF www.lachaney.info. There's no need to search for our video feed from NY DAILY NEWS. OUR SITE HOLDS THE KEY TO YOUR CHILD'S CREATIVE TALENTS. YOU CAN REGISTER FOR OUR UPCOMING SUMMER PROGRAM THAT INCLUDES DANCE, MUSIC, GYMNASTICS & KARATE.WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO SHARE WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS. REMEMBER THAT WE ARE MORE THAN A DANCE SCHOOL.

www.lachaney.info

APOLLO AUDITIONS 4.3.11

We are not just a dance school but we are a family. We speak life into all of our dancers, teachers, staff and parents. We have a Performance Arts Company that lives, speaks and eat dance. Our director, teachers and staff are dedicated to this art form called "Dance."

Our director wanted our Performance Arts Company to audition for Apollo Amatuer Night Show. Like, always there were no complaints only excitement. One thing that truly sticks out is that our Company members Do Not showcase intimidation. Our Company Members just enjoy dancing and the light was shining on them on Sunday.

Even though it was very early in the morning (5am.) Our blood was pumping because we claimed victory. The audition called for the first 300 acts and we knew that we were making it. We entered five acts and it was an amazing experience.

We are featured online and in print of the NY Daily News (4.5.11)
http://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/music/2011/04/05/2011-04-05_showtime_aspiring_artists_answer_the_apollo_theaters_open_call.html


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