Divine Worship School of Dance
Student Handbook
16225 E. Warren Ave
Detroit, Michigan 48224
313-731-2690
www.divineworshipschoolofdance.com
Pastor Sheri Williams,
Owner & Instructor
A Note From The Director…
Welcome to Divine Worship School of Dance. I am Pastor Sheri Williams and I
am your instructor as well as the owner. I am so excited that you have chosen Divine
Worship School of Dance! It is my prayer and heart’s desire that you will gain the tools
you need to more effectively worship God through your dance.
We have a variety of classes to reach boys, girls, men and women of all ages and
backgrounds. Our main focus is to create a worship and praise environment where
everyone is comfortable. As you grow in your dance experience it is my prayer that you
also grow in your praise and worship to God.
Anyone who knows me knows that dance to me is a ministry. As well as being
the owner of Divine Worship School of Dance I am also the Director and Organizer of
Consecrated Vessels of Praise & Worship Dance Ministry of Saved By Grace Christian
Ministries.
Divine Worship School of Dance offers its students a wide variety of classes to
help to bring out the gift on the inside. Our focus is first and foremost to lift up the name
of our Lord Jesus Christ and to bring worship and praise to our God.
Through Divine Worship School of Dance our students are given the training
needed to be effective in the Ministry of Praise & Worship Dance. What our students
take away from our classes is the assurance that they are pleasing the Lord with their gift.
Our Dance school is open to anyone who would like to learn Praise & Worship
Dance. You do not have to be actively involved in a Praise & Worship Dance Ministry in
order to enroll. We offer Praise, Mime, Flags and Modern Dance Classes. We also
offer Praise Aerobics. You can take off the weight while praising the Lord.
Our Dance School is open to anyone from all walks of life. We have classes for
children ages 3 and up. So, what are you waiting for? Come to Divine School of
Dance... Where Dance & Worship are ONE!
Pastor Sheri Williams
Pastor Sheri Williams
Director/Owner
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Non-Discrimination Policy
Divine Worship School of Dance does not discriminate against any student based
on age, race, color, national origin or religious beliefs.
Attendance
Students are expected to arrive on time. Classes will not be delayed for late
arrivals. Students arriving to class late are asked to change for class and to enter the class
quietly. While, we understand that certain instances occur and a student will need to miss
class; we ask that you keep this to a minimum. You and your child will benefit from full
participation in the dance program. Tuition will not be refunded or otherwise prorated
due to absences or tardiness. Should a student fall behind due to absences or tardiness it
is the student’s responsibility to arrange for private lessons at a fee. Additionally too
many absences may result in the student not being to participate in the recital.
Description of Classes Offered
Praise/Modern Dance
In this class students will learn dance movements and techniques that express
their inner feelings as they glorify and worship God. Students will learn the
meaning and importance of Praise and worship. Some modern dance
techniques will also taught in this class.
Mime
In this class students will learn how to project songs and word meaning through
movement. Students will learn the meaning and importance of praise and worship. They
will learn how to effectively minister and worship God through mime.
Flags
This class is designed for those who desire to learn to express their worship
through movement and worship flags. Students will learn the meaning and importance of
praise and worship. Both flags and movement are at a basic/beginner level. Students are
required to have a medium sized flag (which they will purchase from DWSD). They will
learn how to effectively minister and worship God through flags.
Praise Aerobics
This class is for anyone who wants to have fun while losing weight and praising
God. This is a fun way to burn fat while building cardiovascular endurance. Get ready to
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tone and workout every part of your body to up beat gospel music.
Dress Code
Divine Worship School of Dance requires that dancers wear non-revealing
dancewear. Bare stomachs, low leotards, “boy shorts”, or tights cut too short will not be
allowed in class. Instructors have the authority to adjust the printed dress code for their
individual class. Students will be asked to add a layer for modesty if they come
inappropriately dressed. No jewelry except small earrings is allowed in class. No jeans or
street clothes accepted. No gum, food or candy. It is expected that class dress code be
followed. If a student arrives for class out of dress code more than twice, they will be
asked to observe class that day. Please write your name inside of dance shoes.
Boys/Men
Men must wear shorts or athletic pants (loose fit), T-shirt, and socks
Girls/Women
Ladies must wear black short sleeve or sleeveless leotards, pink or black footless tights
and shoes according to class level (see below). You can also refer to the apparel page.
Hair must be pulled back into a ponytail, bun and/or pinned securely away from the face
and neck. Please wear Supportive, athletic undergarments (if needed). Excessive barrettes
and beads are very distracting to the students. (If not able to purchase the attire
comfortable clothing will be accepted).
Praise Aerobics
Boys/Men
Athletic style pants (loose fit) or shorts (knee length)¸ t-shirt and sneakers
Girls/Women
Athletic style pants (loose fit) or shorts (knee length)¸ t-shirt and sneakers
Praise & Modern Dance
Boys/Men
Men must wear shorts or athletic pants, short-sleeved T-shirt, socks
Girls/Women
Jazz pants, gaucho Capri’s or shorts (loose fit and knee length)¸short-sleeved T-shirt,
short sleeve or long sleeve leotard underneath, and socks or pink split sole ballet shoes (if
not able to purchase the attire comfortable clothing will be accepted)
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Mime
Boys/Men
Men must wear shorts or athletic pants, short-sleeved T-shirt, socks
Girls/Women
Jazz pants, athletic pants, gaucho Capri’s or shorts (loose fit and knee length)¸ shortsleeved T-shirt, socks, jazz or ballet shoes
Flags
Boys/Men
Men must wear shorts or athletic pants, short-sleeved T-shirt, socks
Girls/Women
Jazz pants, athletic pants, gaucho Capri’s or shorts (loose fit and knee length)¸ shortsleeved T-shirt, socks, jazz or ballet shoes
* You must purchase 2 flags from Divine Worship School Of Dance.*
Class Schedule
Class
Monday Classes
Age Group
Start Time
End Time
Praise/Modern
3yrs – 6yrs
4:00pm
4:30pm
Praise Dance/Modern
7yrs – Adult
4:45pm
5:45pm
Mime
7yrs – Adult
6:00pm
7:00pm
Praise Aerobics
13yrs & Up
7:10pm
7:55pm
Saturday Classes
Class
Age Group
Start Time
End Time
Adult Praise Aerobics
Adult/ 13yrs & up
9:10am
9:55am
Praise/Modern
3yrs - 6yrs
10:10am
10:40am
Praise/Modern
7yrs – Adult
10:50am
11:50am
Mime
7yrs – Adult
12:00pm
1:00pm
Flags
13yrs & Up
1:10pm
1:55pm
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Recital
At the end of the semester there may be a recital where each class will present one
routine learned in class. There will be a costume fee for students participating in this
performance. Students are allowed to keep costumes after performance. A drop in student
is not automatically included in the recital.
Additional items
You may bring a water bottle and a small face towel.
Class Time
Adults
Please do not arrive more than 15 minutes prior to your class. Most classes are
“closed curtain” (meaning Teacher and students only in the class). This helps minimize
distractions for the students. Please be mindful that there are other classes taking place
following yours. Please change and exit class before the next class starts.
Children
Please do not drop your child off more than 15 minutes prior to his/her class. Most
classes are “closed curtain” (meaning Teacher and students only in the class). This helps
minimize distractions for the students. You may stay in a separated designating room
during your child’s class time if you would like. If you would like to drop your child off,
we will take excellent care of her/him. Please arrive back in time to pick up your
child/children when their class time is over.
Care of Students
Divine Worship School Of Dance is not responsible for providing before or after care for
students. Parents with students under age 5 must remain in the school in a separate area
during the class. Students are not to be left at the school for excessive periods before or
after their classes.
Expulsion Policy
Students can be expelled from the program, as deemed necessary by the School
Director, due to repeated disruptive or dangerous behavior, or repeated failure to pay
tuition and fees in a timely manner. Students who are expelled will be responsible for all
tuition owed.
Inclement Weather Policy
Divine Worship School of Dance will make every effort to reschedule classes
that are canceled due to weather, however we cannot guarantee that missed classes can be
made up. Tuition will not be refunded or otherwise prorated due to class cancellation due
to inclement weather.
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Payment
The registration fee and first month’s tuition is due at the time of registration.
Students may register at any time. The registration fee is $15.00 per person and $25.00
per family on that day and the monthly tuition is as follows:
Age Group
Minutes per
session
Monthly Fee
1 session per
week
Drop In Rate
per session
3yrs - 6yrs
30
$30.00
$9.00
7yrs – Adult
60
$40.00
$12.00
7yrs – Adult
Flags
45
$40.00
$14.00
Praise Aerobics
13yrs & Up
45
$35.00
10.00
Tuition
Tuition is due the first class of every month. There will be a $5 per week late fee
assessed after this time. Failure to meet this payment deadline, without a pre-approved
payment arrangement with the Director, can result in suspension or dismissal. Any tuition
that is not paid by the end of the month will result in the child not being allowed in class
until the situation is resolved. A new month cannot start with you owing DWSD from the
previous month. Once a student is registered for a course, they are held responsible for
the entire tuition for that course, regardless of non-attendance due to tuition delinquency,
expulsion, or withdrawal. Accounts that are seriously delinquent will be sent to a
collection agency.
Refunds
Divine Worship School Of Dance does not give refunds or transfer funds from
one student to another. Students are responsible for the remainder of the owed tuition
regardless of attendance.
About The Director/Owner
Pastor Sheri Williams
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Pastor Sheri Williams was born in Detroit, Michigan. She is the loving wife of
Apostle Dontez Williams, Senior Pastor of Saved By Grace Christian Ministries. She
serves faithfully beside her husband as the Co-Pastor. She is also the Director of The
Cure Today Nonviolence Program. She also serves as the Director and Organizer of The
Consecrated Vessels of Praise & Worship Dance Ministry of Saved By Grace Christian
Ministries.
Pastor Sheri served as the Director and Organizer of Anointed Women of Praise
Dance Ministry of Gospel Truth Community Christian Center. She has worked
extensively throughout the body of Christ bringing to a reality the passion within many
for the Praise & Worship Dance.
To Pastor Sheri, dance is a ministry. This love and passion of dance has allowed
the anointing to flow and breakthroughs to be discovered as the dance ministry goes
forth. Pastor Sheri is a highly sought after Praise & Mime Dancer. She has ministered
throughout the Metro Detroit Area as well as states throughout the USA.
Pastor Williams is a licensed Evangelist, an Ordained Pastor and anointed woman
of God. God has blessed and anointed her as an Evangelist as well as an anointed Praise
and Mime Dancer. She is anointed to tear down the strongholds of the enemy through her
dance ministry.
In 2011, God pressed upon her heart the need for her to form a dance school in
order to teach others to walk into their dance ministry through the anointing of God.
Divine Worship School of Dance is the result.
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