We need an answer from EVERY DANCER on ALL of the action items listed below regardless of if you are a new or returning member. 

• ACTION ITEM # 1: FOOTNOTES ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT. It is imperative that all members do this immediately!
  • All members and new members must sign in to their  FootNotes account or create a new account on the FootNotes website. Update any account level information, as well as “sign” the waiver that pops up for the new season (if you have not already done so.)   
  • Click here to access the FootNotes website login page.   
  • Verify or add credit card information on file for FootNotes tuition and Vibe dues.  You can add this through the FootNotes website (Under the Account page).  FootNotes charged credit cards on July 17 for the first Vibe payment but not all cards were updated. Please update cards immediately. Late fees will be added to Vibe payments going forward.
  • Reminder: Registration is now open. Please ensure that you enroll your dancer for their scheduled season classes. Once registration has been requested it could take up to a week for the pending status to change from pending to enrolled. Recreation classes will be finalized first before Vibe classes.

• ACTION ITEM # 2: SCHEDULE CONFLICTS.  Response Required from ALL dancers ASAP
  • Please enter all known scheduling conflicts for the full year including date, time and explanation of conflict (ie..scheduled vacations, faith based holidays, high school proms, testing dates etc…)  
  • Click here to submit Schedule Conflicts for this season.

• ACTION ITEM # 3: VIBE JACKET & BACKPACK ORDER. Your Response Required from ALL dancers by Wednesday July 29th end of day.   

• This order is placed only ONE TIME PER YEAR, so you must get your order in by the deadline. The jacket and backpack are mandatory for all members. 
• Returning dancers DO have the option to purchase the new Varsity jacket style this year if they choose but it is not a required purchase for this season.   It is the parent’s responsibility to select the size they feel would work best for their dancer. To determine jacket size, focus on the bust and waist size for appropriate fit according to the size chart in the Google form linked below.  We will have some sample jackets (most popular sizes) so that you can try on in the studio during Raise the Barre.
• New members: Place your order for BOTH the jacket and backpack.
• Returning members: Please do an honest assessment of the condition of your jacket & backpack. It must be a good condition to last the entire dance season. Returning dancers DO have the option to purchase the new Varsity jacket style this year if they choose but it is not a required purchase for this season.    
• An Order Confirmation will be emailed to the email address you provide on the form to show you which items you requested to order.  If you do not receive an order confirmation, your order was not received.
• Click here to submit Jacket & Backpack order information.

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The following updates for NATIONALS REHEARSAL WEEK have been made to the Master Calendar!    

Monday, June 1

• All Elite: 5:00-9:00pm

Tuesday, June 2

• Prodigy w/ Madison: 9:00-10:00am
• Mannequin: 9:00-10:00am  
• Iced Out: 10:00-11:00am     
• Gimme That: 11:00-12:00pm            
• Elite Production: 10:00-11:00am    
• Ovation Production: 11:00-12:00pm            
• Ovation w/ Chery: 12:00-1:30pm    
• “Legs” Select Group: 12:00 – 12:30pm       
• The Final Farewell: 12:30-1:45pm   
• Girlz: 1:30-2:30pm    
• Nova w/ Cheryl: 2:30-4:00pm           
• Mutants: 1:45-3:15pm           

Wednesday, June 3

• Nova : Jazz 10 :00-11:00am
• Nova : Production 11:00-12:00pm
• Doves : 12:00-1:00pm          
• Premier : 1:00-2:30pm         

Thursday, June 4

• Prodigy w/ Madison: 9:00-10:30am
• Nova w/ Cheryl: 9:00-10:30am         
• Gimme That: 10:30-11:15am            
• Nova Production: 10:30-11:00am   
• ALL Production: 11:15-12:15pm      
• Girlz: 12:15-1:00pm 
• Elite & Premier: Production 12:15-1:00pm
• Iced Out: 1:00-1:45pm          
• Ovation: Production 1:00-1:45pm  
• Nova w/ Cheryl: 1:45-2:15pm           
• The Final Farewell: 1:45-2:30pm     
• Ovation w/ Cheryl: 2:15-3:15pm     
• Mutants (Select Group): 2:30-3:15pm        
• Zoo Girl: 3:15-4:00pm            
• Fix You: 4:00-4:45pm

Friday, June 5

• Ovation w/ Cheryl: 3:00-5:00pm     
• Doves: 3:00-4:00pm
• Premier w/ Madison: 4:00-5:00pm 
• Mutants: 5:00-5:30pm           
• Zoo Girl: 5:00-5:45pm            
• Fix You: 5:45-6:30pm
• The Final Farewell: 5:30-6:15pm     
• All Elite w/ Cheryl: 6:30-10:30pm    

Below are Recital details for Vibe dancers, so please read the entire post!   Our 2026 25th Annual Recital Showcase is Sunday May 31st with shows at 2pm and 6pm at the Gas South Theater in Duluth. Dress Rehearsals will be on Saturday, May 30th at 2pm and 6pm.

VIBE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!!!: Click here to access the VIBE Volunteer Sign Up Genius for volunteer positions at recital. We will need ALL hands on deck from all Vibe dancer parents to help recital run as smoothly as possible. This event will be the last opportunity of the season to make sure you have logged the required number of service hours for your family. It is possible to sign up for multiple roles over the weekend. Only moms listed on the FootNotes Signup Genius will be allowed to be backstage. **In addition to backstage moms for company teams, we are asking for Vibe moms to help with rec classes backstage this year. We want to be sure that all recreational moms have the opportunity to see their dancer during the one time they take the stage this year! Please consider signing up.** Please be sure to note of arrival time for your volunteer position on the Sign Up Genius as they may differ from dancer arrival times.

Click here to view Show Order for both shows

For 2pm Show:

• BRAVO, NOVA & OVATION dancers arrive at 1:15pm for setup of Dream Duffel, etc. for dances in the 2pm show.
• Elite dancer & Vibe mom volunteers helping with dressing rooms should arrive at 12:45pm.
• PREMIER, PRODIGY & ELITE dancers (for “What’s On The Menu”) arrive at 2:30pm. Dancers should be in costume/stage ready, stretched and ready to dance as there will not be a designated changing space backstage for these groups until the 6pm show.
• Please note that your dancer may stay at the venue in between shows IF she has adult supervision (if your group wants to bring in food/eat together at the venue).  Dancers need to be show ready by 5:15pm sharp each day for the 6pm show.
• ALL dancers will be released to the check-in/out area following the 2pm show.
• As a reminder, parents of those dancers that are only dancing in “What’s On The Menu” routine in the 2pm show will not be able to sit in the audience for the performance.   

For 6pm Show:

• ELITE, PREMIER & PRODIGY dancers arrive at 5:15pm for setup of Dream Duffel, etc. for dances in the 6pm show.
• Elite dancers & Vibe Mom volunteers signed up to help with dressing rooms should arrive at 5:00pm. 
• OVATION & NOVA dancers (for “What’s On The Menu”) meet at Check-in area at 7:00pm. Your 6pm show backstage mom will meet dancers at the check-in area and escort them backstage. Immediately following the 6pm show finale, she will bring them back to check-in area to be released. Dancers should be in costume/stage ready, stretched and ready to dance. (Do not bring Dream Duffel or backpack with you as backstage space is tight.)
• As a reminder, parents of those dancers that are only dancing in “What’s On The Menu” routine in the 6pm show will not be able to sit in the audience for the performance.   

IMPORTANT NOTES TO REVIEW:

HAIRSTYLE: Dancers should wear the competition hairstyle (middle part, low pony) for all competition routines.  Note that all ballet pieces must have a low bun. Dancers will need to transition their hair from bun to low pony or low pony into a bun depending on where their ballet routine falls within the show order for both Dress Rehearsal on Saturday and Recital on Sunday.   The bun must be a neat, tight bun. Hairnets are encouraged and helpful for quick, neat buns.   Once the ballet piece is complete, dancers will transition their hair back to the low pony.  For the younger dancers, the backstage moms will handle this task for the dancers.  For the older dancers, the backstage moms will ‘check’ the dancer’s bun to ensure it is neat and secure.

• REMINDER: ALL dancers must bring your hair supplies…a comb, hairnet, hairspray, and bobby pins to create the bun.  A flat iron and brush may be needed to get your dancer’s pony straightened after the bun is taken down.

• MAKE-UP:  Dancers DO NOT need to wear makeup for Dress Rehearsal on Saturday. For Recital on Sunday, dancers must wear full competition makeup including lashes and our competition lipstick color.  There is no need to change the color of lipstick for ballet.

*Dancer Shout Outs*are also available for pre-sale via the Square link!! The Shout Out will contain your message to your dancer printed on cardstock with a lollipop attached. Shout Outs will be available for purchase on day of shows as well. Click here to pre-order your dancer Shout Outs!

All details for Platinum Dance Nationals 2026 details are available including venue details, parking information and detailed schedule.   

**Click here to be directed to the Platinum Dance Nationals 2026 webpage for all detailed information and schedules for the week! Page is password protected.

Few Reminders:

• Nationals Spiritwear: Distribution info will be announced via Group Me as soon as  the shirts/tanks are available for pick-up at the studio.  
• Please pay attention to the Platinum Details document for info for all Master class, Improv and Opening Number opportunities
• Parents & dancers, please note there are designated Platinum spirit days throughout the week at Nationals! Accessorize with something fun on the days you will be competing to show our studio’s support of Platinum!
  • Monday: Beach Day/Opening Night GLOW PARTY
  • Tuesday: Pink Out Day
  • Wednesday: Country Western Day
  • Thursday: Out of This World Day
  • Friday: Crazy Sock Day
  • Saturday: Studio Love Day! Wear FootNotes spiritwear, Nationals spiritwear or Red/White/Black Vibe colors!

Platinum Dance Nationals 2026 is going to be an amazing opportunity for our dancers!  It will be an opportunity for ALL of us to see our dancers shine, have a lot of fun, make some memories, and enjoy our dance family! Our girls have worked all year for this.  Let’s bring our FootNotes SPIRIT and loud CHEER voice as we support our dancers and all teams as much as possible throughout the week!

Safe Travels to everyone! See you in PCB!

Below are Recital details for Vibe dancers, so please read the entire post!   Our 2026 25th Annual Recital Showcase is Sunday May 31st with shows at 2pm and 6pm at the Gas South Theater in Duluth. Dress Rehearsals will be on Saturday, May 30th at 2pm and 6pm.

Click here to view Show Order for both shows

For 2pm Show:

• BRAVO, NOVA & OVATION dancers arrive at 1:15pm for setup of Dream Duffel, etc. for dances in the 2pm show.
• Elite dancer & Vibe mom volunteers helping with dressing rooms should arrive at 12:45pm.
• PREMIER, PRODIGY & ELITE dancers (for “What’s On The Menu”) arrive at 2:30pm. Dancers should be in costume/stage ready, stretched and ready to dance as there will not be a designated changing space backstage for these groups until the 6pm show.
• Please note that your dancer may stay at the venue in between shows IF she has adult supervision (if your group wants to bring in food/eat together at the venue).  Dancers need to be show ready by 5:15pm sharp each day for the 6pm show.
• ALL dancers will be released to the check-in/out area following the 2pm show.
• As a reminder, parents of those dancers that are only dancing in “What’s On The Menu” routine in the 2pm show will not be able to sit in the audience for the performance.   

For 6pm Show:

• ELITE, PREMIER & PRODIGY dancers arrive at 5:15pm for setup of Dream Duffel, etc. for dances in the 6pm show.
• Elite dancers & Vibe Mom volunteers signed up to help with dressing rooms should arrive at 5:00pm. 
• OVATION & NOVA dancers (for “What’s On The Menu”) meet at Check-in area at 7:00pm. Your 6pm show backstage mom will meet dancers at the check-in area and escort them backstage. Immediately following the 6pm show finale, she will bring them back to check-in area to be released. Dancers should be in costume/stage ready, stretched and ready to dance. (Do not bring Dream Duffel or backpack with you as backstage space is tight.)
• As a reminder, parents of those dancers that are only dancing in “What’s On The Menu” routine in the 6pm show will not be able to sit in the audience for the performance.   

IMPORTANT NOTES TO REVIEW:

• VIBE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!!!: Click here to access the VIBE Volunteer Sign Up Genius for volunteer positions at recital. We will need ALL hands on deck to help recital run as smoothly as possible. This event will be the last opportunity of the season to make sure you have logged the required number of service hours for your family. It is possible to sign up for multiple roles over the weekend. Only moms listed on the FootNotes Signup Genius will be allowed to be backstage. **In addition to backstage moms for company teams, we are asking for Vibe moms to help with rec classes backstage this year. We want to be sure that all recreational moms have the opportunity to see their dancer during the one time they take the stage this year! Please consider signing up.**
• HAIRSTYLE: Dancers should wear the competition hairstyle (middle part, low pony) for all competition routines.  Note that all ballet pieces must have a low bun. Dancers will need to transition their hair from bun to low pony or low pony into a bun depending on where their ballet routine falls within the show order for both Dress Rehearsal on Saturday and Recital on Sunday.   The bun must be a neat, tight bun. Hairnets are encouraged and helpful for quick, neat buns.   Once the ballet piece is complete, dancers will transition their hair back to the low pony.  For the younger dancers, the backstage moms will handle this task for the dancers.  For the older dancers, the backstage moms will ‘check’ the dancer’s bun to ensure it is neat and secure.
  • REMINDER: ALL dancers must bring your hair supplies…a comb, hairnet, hairspray, and bobby pins to create the bun.  A flat iron and brush may be needed to get your dancer’s pony straightened after the bun is taken down.
• MAKE-UP:  Dancers DO NOT need to wear makeup for Dress Rehearsal on Saturday. For Recital on Sunday, dancers must wear full competition makeup including lashes and our competition lipstick color.  There is no need to change the color of lipstick for ballet.

*Dancer Shout Outs*are also available for pre-sale via the Square link!! The Shout Out will contain your message to your dancer printed on cardstock with a lollipop attached. Shout Outs will be available for purchase on day of shows as well. Click here to pre-order your dancer Shout Outs!

We have 2026 NATIONALS t-shirt & tank options to offer to dancers, moms, and dads! We will offer one unisex t-shirt, one tank and a cropped boxy tee option with our custom Nationals logo shown below.  We are taking PRE-ORDERS ONLY for all options. If you would like to purchase, please Click here for the link to the order form.     

*NOTE: Please ENTER A SEPARATE FORM FOR EACH PERSON you wish to purchase a shirt for (so that we can keep sizing straight). 

You have NOW until THIS THURSDAY, MAY 21st at 9am to pre-order. We will not have samples available for try-on at the studio.

Please note that all sales are final.  Be sure that you double check your sizes and quantities before submitting your order form. Once your order form is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email from Google Forms. If you do not receive this email, your order has not been accounted for.  The total cost of your order will be charged by FootNotes to your credit card on file.

Distribution info will be announced via blog post as soon as we know when the items will be available for pick-up at the studio.

Country Club of Roswell

2500 Club Springs Drive

Roswell, GA 30076

It will be a fun evening of dinner and celebrating an incredible year for our amazing dancers and our beloved Seniors!  Because we had such a successful Showcase event this year, the Vibe will pay for both the dancer and one dancer’s guest meals.

Dancers are asked to wear a sundress and dancer’s guest should dress “country club casual.”

A BIG thank you to our EOY Celebration Chair, Jessica Breithaupt, for planning the event! 

The Vibe is selling Recital Flower Bouquets and Trophies again this year! 

Trophies & bouquets are available for PRE-SALE only. Click here to access Vibe’s online store to place your order!

Simply place your order and your flower bouquet and/or trophy will be waiting for you at the Trophy and Flower table in the lobby of the FootNotes recital venue (Gas South District Theater) on Sunday, May 31st prior to the 2pm and 6pm shows.

This is it! Our 4th and final regional competition of the season!

Details and final schedule are now available Bravo National Dance Competition in Athens, GA, this weekend May 1-3!  

• BravO! Competition Details (including important info about the venue)
• BravO! Schedule
• Lanyard Sized Schedule

We will update the blog with additional details and updated information later this week.  Questions on the schedule or any information contained in the document:  please contact us at footnotesdanceblog@gmail.com.