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CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

Intermediate Pilates Mat Class
Instructor:  
Julia Miller

Beneficial for both dancers and non-dancers, Pilates classes are based on concepts and exercises of the methodology of Joseph Pilates that focus on improving flexibility, strength and coordination. It involves muscular toning exercises with deep stretches to create long, lean, beautiful muscles. The exercises help facilitate correct spinal alignment and are ideal for dancers (or anyone) as they strengthen without bulking muscles, thus enabling greater ease of movement. This work also energizes the body so it is beneficial before class or performance.
  

Hip Hop
Instructor: 
Anton Smith
With the integration of R&B, street jazz and different styles of hip hop, this class is a fun, positive and energetic experience that is geared towards the experienced mover/dancer, hip hop novice, or anyone who just wants to move!  All levels welcome.  Wear clothes you can move in and sneakers.

Feldenkrais® Awareness Through Movement®
Instructor:  Lindley Hunter SIlverman and Bonnie Angelie
Perform better in dance, prevent recurring injuries and reduce chronic tension.  Awareness Through Movement classes are designed to be transformational for all ages and conditions.  Each class consists of gentle neuromuscular re-patterning exercises to help you recognize habitual movement patterns and discover more comfortable ways to move. 

Modern Technique - (Beg/Int)
Instructor: Tammy Rosen
This modern class emphasizes the use of floor for centering and grounding oneself in movement, and like other dance forms brings its own focus on the use of breath (inhale/exhale) to bring quality to movement. Concepts of overcurve/undercurve, contraction/release, musicality and rhythm are explored. The class incorporates an eclectic blend of contemporary and post modern movement for a style that is both quirky and organic.  Students can expect a deep, fluid warm-up with an emphasis on correct alignment.  Phrase material includes floor work and gives dancers the opportunity to explore their own expression and style while challenging their technique and performance abilities.  Class motto:  "Dance is fun!" 

Modern Technique - Int/Adv. 
Instructor:  Amy Barr-Holm
This class involves release wok along with tons of physically challenging fun.  The techniques can range from work upside-down, partnering, improvisation, or body placement study.

Ballet - All Levels
Instructor:  Renee Blakeley
This ballet class begins at the barre and then flows into the center.  It is structured for the beginner, but works well as a technique and strengthening class for more experienced dancers. 

Ballet Barre (all levels)
Instructor: Katie Rutterer
You don't have to be a professional ballerina to appreciate what ballet can do for your dancing.  This class is geared toward modern dancers with emphasis on strengthening, balance and placement.  Straight-forward barre with strengthening and stretching on the floor.  Relaxed attire--  leave for your ballet skirt at home and just bring your passion for dance.  Socks are acceptable if you don't have ballet slippers.
 

Bellydance (Beginning/Intermediate)
Instructor:  Jessica Walker

This class will explore the art of bellydance. What we know today as bellydancing is an ancient dance which allows for freedom and  self-expression as well as exercise, and most of all fun! Beginning with basic movements and combinations moving into choreography and improvisation this class will help students develop not only technique but also understanding of the movements as applied to their individual bodies.  Movements and isolations will be broken down to meet each student at their  individual level of experience. Beginning and intermediate students are  welcome.  The choreography class is geared toward intermediate students and the technique class focuses on basics-- a must for beginning students or anyone who wants to brush up on the technical moves.

Salsa
Instructor:  Jehsel Lau
salsa classes are tailor-made for beginners to provide a solid foundation of the technique and teach control of their movements by means of dynamic exercises. The classes will also help the students to create their own style and sequences fallowing their musical instincts.  Partners are not necessary! 


Theatre Dance
Instructor:  Janine Holton
Bring your style and personality - this is Jazz dance with a theme! The class will
focus on jazz movement styles for the beginning dancer.  Students will learn basic steps, phrases, and performing techniques for musical theatre and media dance entertainment.  Emphasis will also be placed on increasing strength and flexibility.


 


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