Class Descriptions

 

Creative Movement
This class develops the young child’s creative abilities while learning basic elements of dance including use of body parts, shape, space and locomotion combined with stories and feelings while having a great deal of FUN!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Beginning Modern Dance Improvisation and Techniques

This class is designed for the beginning dancer to learn how their body moves most efficiently using basic movement fundamental patterns and across-the-floor techniques. Some improvisation will be included.

Continuing Modern Technique and Improv

This class will provide a safe environment to develop your movement skills while applying them in creative improvisational scores. Previous experience required.

 

 

 

 

Continuing Modern Technique
A brief warm-up followed by exercises based on various modern dance techniques designed to strengthen the core muscles, and study of detailed combinations aimed to develop performance quality. For the experienced dancer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Modern Dance Technique for Kids A joyful dance class learning beginning technique and creative movement designed to increase strength, flexibility and coordination while having fun creating your own special movements.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dance Sampler

Students in Dance Sampler Level I & II will learn elements of ballet, creative movement and modern dance within the 14-week semester. Students in Dance Sampler III & IV will add jazz technique in their instruction.

Advanced Dance Sampler
For the serious dance student to increase strength, flexibility and technical ability. At least 3 years of dance experience required unless approved by instructor.

 

 

 

 

Adult Ballet
This class teaches ballet technique, basic positions, barre work, across-the-floor combinations and terminology from a contemporary perspective.
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Belly Dance
The ancient art of this Middle Eastern dance builds flexibility, strength, rhythm and expression. Students will learn rhymes and movements from Turkish, Egyptian and American tradition.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Zumba
Zumba is a high energy workout regimen blending motivating music with unique movement that allows participants to dance away their worries. Based on the principle that a workout should be fun and effective!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Iyengar Yoga

Based on the teachings of BKS Iyengar this style is known for its focus on alignment and precision. This practice is methodical and precise instructions are given for every pose.

 

 

 

 

 

Vinyasa Flow Yoga

Vinyasa Flow is designed to integrate breath movement. Students will flow from posture to posture which will harmonize body, breath, mind and spirit. This class is designed for beginning students.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

T’ai Chi
This Chinese movement form improves balance, focus, coordination and relaxation.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pilates Mat & Toning
This exercise, created by Joseph Pilates, develops strength, endurance, flexibility, breathing, energy and body control. This class is not appropriate for pregnant women and those with osteoporosis.

 

 

 

 
Movement Fundamentals
The content for this class is based on the work of Irmgard Bartienieff, designed to increase your physical intelligence. Most of the exercises are done laying on the floor and are based on the developmental patterns of infants.

 

 

Taiko Drumming

Drummers learn rhythms with sticks using choreographed arm movements and/or while dancing from drum to drum in this ancient Japanese tradition.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Orff
Orff Schulwerk is an approach to musical education that inspires children’s active involvement in music making. Children will learn to make music with others by singing, chanting rhymes, dancing and playing body percussion, recorders and xylophones. This satisfying musical experience will include improvisationand composition. For more information, visit American Orff-Schulwerk Association
 

 

 

 

 

Music Together®
This program is a music and movement approach to early childhood music development for infants through kindergartners and their primary caregiver. This approach nurtures every child’s birthright of basic musical competence by experiencing music. For more information, visit Music Together’s website: MusicTogether.com.