Beginning Adult Modern Technique
A unique opportunity for beginning dance students to experience physicality in a thoughtful and fun environment. This introduction to modern technique will focus on increasing flexibility, muscle tone, short term memory, imagination and an awareness of how the body can move in the safest and most efficient manner. Limit 12 students.
Instructor: Jennifer Huggins
Wednesdays, 6-7pm
Fall Semester (16 weeks): Sept. 9 – Jan. 13 (no class 11/25, 12/23, 12/30)
Spring Semester (16 weeks): Jan. 20 – May 12 (no class 3/31)
Full Year (32 weeks): Sept. 9 – May 12 (no class 11/25, 12/23, 12/30, 3/31)
Tuition: $50/month $200/semester $400/year

Intermediate Adult Modern Technique
This modern technique class was designed for adult students with a solid command of modern dance vocabulary and at least three years prior training. In this class dancers will focus on refining their technique as well as using their creative abilities to gain fluency in the language of motion. Improvisation and composition will be used to experiment with elements learned in previous classes. Limit 16 students.
Instructor: Jennifer Huggins
Tuesdays, 6:30-8pm
Fall Semester (16 weeks): Sept. 8 – Jan. 12 (no class 11/24, 12/22, 12/29)
Spring Semester (16 weeks): Jan. 19 – May 11 (no class 3/30)
Full Year (32 weeks): Sept. 8 – May 11 (no class 11/24, 12/22, 12/29, 3/30)
Tuition: $64/month $256/semester $512/year

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Intermediate/Advanced Modern Technique
Intermediate/Advanced Technique was designed for students with a solid command of modern dance vocabulary and at least four years prior training. Technique is refined as students master increasingly difficult dance combinations and exercises. Using a collaborative structure, greater emphasis is placed on composition and improvisation to increase students’ creative abilities. Limit 16 students.
Instructor: Michelle Pearson
Thursdays, 5:30-7pm
Fall Semester (16 weeks): Sept. 10 – Jan. 14 (no class 11/26, 12/24, 12/31)
Spring Semester (16 weeks): Jan. 21 – May 13 (no class 4/1)
Full Year (32 weeks): Sept. 10 – May 13 (no class 11/26, 12/24, 12/31, 4/1)
Tuition: $64/month $256/semester $512/year

Advanced Modern Technique
Advanced Modern Technique is a professional level course for the serious dancer. Students stretch themselves as they learn complex dance combinations and exercises. Classes are taught in a collaborative environment with a focus on composition and improvisation to heighten students’ creativity. The perfect class for the future, current or former dance major or professional dancer. At least five years prior training required. Limit 16 students.
Instructor: Glenda Mackie
Mondays, 5:30-7pm
Fall Semester (16 weeks): Sept. 14 – Jan. 11 (no class 12/21, 12/28)
Spring Semester (16 weeks): Jan. 25 – May 17 (no class 3/29)
Full Year (32 weeks): Sept. 14 – May 17 (no class 12/21, 12/28, 3/29)
Tuition: $64/month $256/semester $512/year

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BALLET

Ballet for Adults
Designed for both ballet novices and those who took class in their youth, this course will explore classical dance technique in a relaxed and enjoyable environment. Students will review the basic positions, vocabulary and traditional sequence of exercises that move from the barre to center then across the floor. Physical alignment, balance, strength, flexibility and control will be emphasized. Ballet shoes are optional. Limit 14 students.
Instructor: Kathryn Auman
Mondays, 6-7pm
Fall Semester (16 weeks): Sept. 14 – Jan. 11 (no class 12/21, 12/28)
Spring Semester (16 weeks): Jan. 25 – May 17 (no class 3/29)
Full Year (32 weeks): Sept. 14 – May 17 (no class 12/21, 12/28, 3/29)
Tuition: $50/month $200/semester $400/year

Intermediate/Advanced Ballet
Students will continue their training in vocabulary, positions and traditional steps at the barre, in the center and moving across the floor. Alignment, strength, balance and control within a tension-free body will be emphasized. This course is great for modern dance students who want to better understand the relationship between the two techniques, as well as those students who are looking for a thorough, intermediate to advanced level ballet class. Four years prior training required. Limit 14 students.
Instructor: Heather Pike
Tuesdays, 5:30-7pm
Fall Semester (16 weeks): Sept. 8 – Jan. 12 (no class 11/24, 12/22, 12/29)
Spring Semester (16 weeks): Jan. 19 – May 11 (no class 3/30)
Full Year (32 weeks): Sept. 8 – May 11 (no class 11/24, 12/22, 12/29, 3/30)
Tuition: $64/month $256/semester $512/year

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HIP HOP JAZZ

Beginning Hip Hop Jazz
This class is designed for adults who have had little or no dance training, who would like to learn how to get down and funky in a safe and fun environment. Students will learn jazz technique with an emphasis on rhythm, isolation and syncopation in this beginning level course. Dancing to current hip hop music, dancers will learn dynamic hip hop moves that are put into a series of movement sequences. A great workout for your mind and body! Limit 14 students.
Instructor: Nikki Dublin Turner
Thursdays, 6-7pm
Fall Semester (16 weeks): Sept. 10 – Jan. 14 (no class 11/26, 12/24, 12/31)
Spring Semester (16 weeks): Jan. 21 – May 13 (no class 4/1)
Full Year (32 weeks): Sept. 10 – May 13 (no class 11/26, 12/24, 12/31, 4/1)
Tuition: $50/month $200/semester $400/year

Intermediate Hip Hop Jazz
Using current, hip music this class will expose students to the stylized movements of jazz and hip hop. Students work on jazz technique with an emphasis on rhythm, isolation and syncopation in this intermediate level course. Dynamic hip hop moves and combinations will be incorporated throughout the class. A great way to energize the mind and body! One year prior training or instructor’s permission required. Limit 16 students.
Instructor: Nikki Dublin Turner
Wednesdays, 7-8pm
Fall Semester (16 weeks): Sept. 9 – Jan. 13 (no class 11/25, 12/23, 12/30)
Spring Semester (16 weeks): Jan. 20 – May 12 (no class 3/31)
Full Year (32 weeks): Sept. 9 – May 12 (no class 11/25, 12/23, 12/30, 3/31)
Tuition: $50/month $200/semester $400/year

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PILATES

Pilates
Pilates exercise techniques have been popular with dancers for years because they strengthen core abdominal and back muscles, while increasing flexibility, balance and body alignment. Students of all ages and abilities enjoy Pilates classes because they provide safe, low-impact workouts that refresh and invigorate. Limit 18 students.
Instructor: Betsy Ward Hutchinson
Thursdays, 7-8pm
Fall Semester (16 weeks): Sept. 10 – Jan. 14 (no class 11/26, 12/24, 12/31)
Spring Semester (16 weeks): Jan. 21 – May 13 (no class 4/1)
Full Year (32 weeks): Sept. 10 – May 13 (no class 11/26, 12/24, 12/31, 4/1)
Tuition: $32/month $128/semester $256/year

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YOGA

Morning Yoga
This class will introduce you to the practice of yoga. Beginning yoga postures will be taught with a focus on proper alignment, integration of breathing techniques, strength and flexibility, fortifying the joints and learning balance. Suitable for beginners, as well as men and women with previous yoga experience. Class covers Yoga Levels I and II. Limit 20 students.
Instructors: Elka Harabin, Sandy Scherer
Saturdays, 10-10:45am
Fall Semester (16 weeks): Sept. 12 – Jan. 23 (no class 11/28, 12/5, 12/26, 1/2)
Spring Semester (16 weeks): Jan. 30 – May 22 (no class 4/3)
Full Year (32 weeks): Sept. 12 – May 22 (no class 11/28, 12/5, 12/26, 1/2, 4/3)
Tuition: $32/month $128/semester $256/year