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FALL 2018

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Class Descriptions

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.

Argentine Tango - Intro to Milonga and Waltz

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 - 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

Ballroom - Beginning

Learn basic patterns and skills in Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, ChaCha, Salsa and Swing and NC 2-Step. Cost is per person.

Ballroom - Couples Beginning

Have fun and meet new people. Learn basic patterns and skills in 6 different ballroom dances. Get an aerobic workout with Hustle, Bolero, Samba, Polka, Viennese Waltz, Quickstep, Country 2-step and more. We finish the session off with a big party. Partner switching is mandatory in the class.

Ballroom - Intermediate

Yes, you took the Beginning class and now you are ready to move on! We will review the Basic Six Ballroom dances and Six patterns and then move on to more patterns and technique to have you looking smooth and dancing with greater confidence.

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.

Brazlilian Forro - Fundamentals

This energetic and upbeat class will be fun and exciting!

Brazilian Forro - Beyond Fundamentals

This energetic and upbeat class will be fun and exciting!

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.

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.

Heels - Burlesque Dancing

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 - Couples 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! Must bring your own partner.

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.

Swing Dance - Intermediate

Difficult, yet fun and creative! Learn the basics and styling tips EC Swing, Lindy Hop, Jitterbug, Charleston and St. Louis Shag.

Swing Dance, Lindy Hop & Charleston - Beginning

Lindy Hop is the grandfather of all swing dances with roots back to the 1920s. In this class you’ll learn basic footwork including turns, dips and the Charleston. Learn this fun dance and start swingin’ your way through the night.

Swing Dance, Lindy Hop & Charleston - Intermediate

Lindy Hop is the grandfather of all swing dances with roots back to the 1920s. In this class you’ll learn basic footwork including turns, dips and the Charleston. Learn this fun dance and start swingin’ your way through the night.

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.

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