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SUMMER 2018
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Argentine Tango - Fundamentals
Basic technique for social dancing including posture and balance, dance frame, leading and following, etc. You will be able to dance Argentine Tango by the end of the class.
Ballet - Beginning (1/week)
Learn the fundamentals of ballet which help to develop self confidence, posture, and body awareness while serving as a foundation to all other forms of dance.
Ballet - Beginning (2/week)
Learn the fundamentals of ballet which help to develop self confidence, posture, and body awareness while serving as a foundation to all other forms of dance.
Ballet - Beginning (Age 8-12)
Children ages 8-12 will learn ballet fundamentals. This class will teach proper ballet technique, while improving posture, flexibility and coordination. No previous dance experience required.
Ballet - Intermediate (1/week)
For the dancer who isn't brand new to ballet but needs to brush up on dusty skills. Get reacquainted with this great dance form that keeps you in shape
Ballet - Intermediate (2/week)
For the dancer who isn't brand new to ballet but needs to brush up on dusty skills. Get reacquainted with this great dance form that keeps you in shape
Ballet - Youth Level 1 (Age 5-7)
This class is for children ages 5-7. They will learn basic ballet positions and steps, simple locomotor movement, and use their own creativity to discover movement possibilities.
Ballroom - Beginning
Learn basic patterns and skills in Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, ChaCha, Salsa and Swing and NC 2-Step. Cost is per person.
Barre Workout
This energetic and upbeat class uses ballet moves, and targets every muscle in your body. A combination of the ballet barre and fun, fast paced music, this class will help create long, lean, dancer-like muscles. Open to all levels.
Burlesque
This class is all about getting comfortable with your own body and learning to celebrate every move it makes. Have fun learning to work your hair, curves and attitude with choreography inspired by different artists from Fosse to Beyoncé.
Club Dance - Freestyle
Don't know any moves? Can't catch a beat? Gain rhythm, body control and learn how to change up your moves. Learn individual moves and how to dance with a partner. No partner necessary to take class. Taught mainly hip hop and 80s music. All levels welcome.
Contemporary Ballet
Ballet with a twist! This class focuses on the technical and strengthening elements of ballet while adding a contemporary flare including a more diversified use of the core and arms. Great for the beginning dancer or the more advanced looking for something new.
Contemporary Dance
Introduction to contemporary dance as an expressive medium, this class builds technical skills at the beginning/intermediate level, enhancing coordination, flexibility, strength and posture. Pattern variations analyzed in time, space, design and kinetic sense.
Forro - Brazilian Couples Dance
Forró is a Brazilian partner dance that is fun, sensual and easy to learn. Get to know the basics, including simple turns, spins and footwork patterns. Put your comfortable shoes on and get ready to dance Forró and meet new people!
Go Go Dance
Learn the hottest, sexiest club dance moves. Learn how to move like a Pussy Cat Doll and get your heart rate up while you're at it. Learn footwork, body control, chest and hip isolations. Men and women welcome.
Hip Hop - Beginning
This class focuses on getting novice dancers to be more familiar with hip hop dance techniques. Based on fun and challenging choreography, students will learn the basis of body control, memory and pick up.
Hip Hop - Intermediate
This class focuses on fine-tuning dancers' hip hop technique with more challenging choreography. Should be familiar with beginner hip hop.
Irish Dance
This class will teach the basics of Irish step dance and technique, all to traditional Irish music. Irish dance is energetic, social and a great cardio workout. This class will introduce you to hardshoe (Riverdance), softshoe (balletic) and Ceili (partner) styles.
Jazz Dance - Beginning
Basic training and technique for the beginning jazz dancer. This class will feature across the floor patterns with fundamental turns, jumps, and fun combinations. Great for anyone who wants to learn this popular dance form.
Latin Dance - Beginning
Get in on the popular Latin night club craze-- Salsa, Merengue, Tango and Bachata. Learn fun and easy patterns, turns, spins and dips. Meet some fantastic new people. Dress casual; this is a workout!
Latin Dance - Intermediate
Get in on the popular Latin night club craze — Salsa, Merengue, Tango and Bachata. Learn fun and easy patterns, turns, spins and dips. Meet some fantastic new people. Dress casual; this is a workout! Beginning Latin Couples must bring their own partner. Cost is per person.
Swing Dance - Beginning
Difficult, yet fun and creative! Learn the basics and styling tips EC Swing, Lindy Hop, Jitterbug, Charleston and St. Louis Shag.
Tap Dance - Beginning
Learn the fundamentals of tap dance, beginning with basic sounds and movements. Start building a tap dance vocabulary and work on developing accuracy and speed.
