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The JCHR Story
The Junior Cotillion of Hampton Roads, Inc. is a Peninsula-wide organization which was begun in 1985 in an effort to promote confidence, self-esteem and self-discipline in young people through the instruction of dance and etiquette. We are currently serving children in grades five through nine.
Patterned after the highly successful Junior Assembly in Richmond, Virginia, Junior Cotillion of Hampton Roads, Inc. has dedicated itself to providing good dance instruction and other socially related skills within a controlled and wholesome atmosphere. Just as your expectations for your child are high, so are ours. This is a crucial period in the life of your young person and we believe through the tool of dance instruction, young people can achieve confidence and social skills that will help them the rest of their lives.
Our season, which consists of a series of six dances, runs from September through December on the Peninsula, and January through April in Williamsburg. Since self-confidence and self-discipline do not develop overnight, or in one season of Cotillion, we encourage all participants to attend all five years. Each age group receives instruction according to ability, with a building on classic dances such as the waltz, tango, and latin dances. Thus, it is only to your child's advantage to attend each year. Although classical dance instruction has been shown to result in good leadership, good fellowship and good musical expression, current and trend dances are taught as well. Contemporary music is used whenever possible.
In addition to highly trained instructors, Junior Cotillion of Hampton Roads, Inc. employs high school students who have attended Cotillion to assist at the dances. They act as role models and are extremely adept at encouraging Cotillion members.
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Why JCHR?
Testimonials
My husband and I are raising three girls. Our middle daughter is in cotillion now and our oldest daughter will be a cotillion assistant this year. Meanwhile my 6-year-old watches her sisters dress, don white gloves and become young ladies right before her eyes. She can't wait till it is her turn!
Cotillion has been a very positive experience and a beautiful supplement to our efforts to raise strong, respectful, and confident young ladies. Manners are your way of saying to the world, "I have values and respect for myself and respect for others." Cotillion has afforded them the opportunity to engage in social situations and apply their skills. They have learned a lot, met new people, and gained a greater level of self-confidence, while having a lot of fun.
To get the most out of the experience, we have gathered other Cotillion attendees and had a pre-dance dinner at our house. This way the children have the opportunity to socialize beforehand and arrive with friends. We have found that they often want to return home with friends to talk about the night and even share dessert before calling it a night.
We feel that this experience has helped develop the skills necessary to interview for jobs, attend social functions, and develop a confidence which can only be achieved through practice. As a family we have nothing but positive things to say about our experience with Junior Cotillion of Hampton Roads.
Ann Douglas Vaughan
I wanted JCHR to know how they have impacted our lives. My sons and daughters have participated in JCHR in the past 15 years. My sons, who are now adults, went to a wedding last year, and it was commented by others on how my sons treated their dates at this formal function. It seems most of the men there did not know how to escort a lady on the dance floor or across the room, or assist a lady with her chair or wrap.My sons could not believe how their male friends were not acting like gentlemen even to their own dates, guests, or their elders. It was even exciting to hear how they remember how to ballroom dance, etc. It is also quite interesting to see how our daughter, who is almost 13 years old, acts the lady and expects to be treated like one. This year our youngest daughter will be participating in JCHR and she too, will be on her way to learn how to act and behave for various functions.
Thank you. Katie Sheridan.
JCHR Gives Back
We thank the following schools for their participation in our " Cotillion Gives Back" program. For everyone who signs up for dance season, Junior Cotillion of Hampton Roads will contribute a portion of the membership fee back to your school or organization to be used toward a fundraiser. If your school or organization is interested, please feel free to contact us.
Gloria Dei Lutheran School250 Fox Hill RoadHampton, VirginiaPhone: 1.757.851.6292
Hampton Roads Academy739 Academy LaneNewport News, VirginiaPhone: 1.757.884-9148
Our Lady of Mount Carmel School52 Harpersville RoadNewport News, VirginiaPhone: 1.757.596.2754
Providence Classical School116 Palace LaneWilliamsburg, VirginiaPhone: 1.757.565.2900
Resurrection Lutheran School765 J. Clyde Morris BoulevardNewport News, VirginiaPhone: 1.757.596-5808
Saint Andrews Episcopal School45 Main StreetNewport News, VirginiaPhone: 1.757.596.6261
Saint Mary Star of the Sea School14 North Willard AvenueHampton, VirginiaPhone: 1.757.723.6358
Trinity Lutheran School6812 River RoadNewport News, VirginiaPhone: 1.757.245.2576
Walsingham Academy1100 Jamestown RoadWilliamsburg, VirginiaPhone: 1.757.229.2642
Williamsburg Christian Academy101 School House LaneWilliamsburg, VirginiaPhone: 1.757.220.1978
Williamsburg Montessori School4200 Longhill RoadWilliamsburg, VirginiaPhone: 1.757.565.0977