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DANCE
FOR PRESCHOOLERS
DancePlay (ages 3-5)
Using stories, colorful props and wonderful music, this introductory course
puts little dancers into motion. Children will explore a wide range of
movement styles, learn basic dance principles and discover how to express
feelings and ideas through music. Limit 12 students.
Wednesdays, 2-2:45pm
Instructor: Ann Huntley
First Semester (16 weeks): Sept. 9 –
Jan. 13 (no class 11/25, 12/23, 12/30)
Second 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)*
Fridays, 1:10-1:55pm
Instructor: Lauren Youngman
First Semester (16 weeks): Sept. 11 –
Jan. 15 (no class 11/27, 12/25, 1/1)
Second Semester (16 weeks): Jan. 22 –
May 14 (no class 4/2)*
Full Year (32 weeks): Sept. 11 –
May 14 (no class 11/27, 12/25, 1/1, 4/2)*
Saturdays, 9-9:45am
Instructor: Azia Whitted
First Semester (16 weeks): Sept. 12 –
Jan. 23 (no class 11/28, 12/5, 12/26, 1/2)
Second 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: $50/month $200/semester
$400/year
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Shake, Rattle and Roll
(ages 3-5)
Little movers and shakers dive into all kinds of movement styles in this
high energy class. Through a combination of tumbling, games and magical
play, children will exercise their creativity. It’s a musical adventure
designed to develop rhythm, strength and coordination while encouraging
young imaginations to grow. Limit 12 students.
Instructor: Nikki Dublin Turner
Thursdays, 2-2:45pm
First Semester (16 weeks): Sept. 10 – Jan. 14 (no class 11/26,
12/24, 12/31)
Second 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)*
Saturdays, 11-11:45am
Instructor: tba
First Semester (16 weeks): Sept. 12 –
Jan. 23 (no class 11/28, 12/5, 12/26, 1/2)
Second 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: $50/month $200/semester
$400/year
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MULTI-DISCIPLINARY
Pre-Ballet & Creative Dance
(ages 5-7)
A fun introduction to ballet and creative dance for younger dancers, this
course is designed to help children move beautifully and comfortably by
developing strength, skill and body awareness in a creative setting. Classes
will include basic dance vocabulary, ballet barre exercises and exploration
of dance fundamentals such as shapes, qualities, pathways and focus. To
facilitate learning for this age, instructors may also use books, poems,
music and artwork. Limit 12 students.
Instructor: Azia Whitted
Saturdays, 10-10:45am
First Semester (16 weeks): Sept. 12 – Jan. 23 (no class 11/28,
12/5, 12/26, 1/2)
Second 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: $50/month $200/semester $400/year
Get a Move On! (ages
7-9)
Jump! Roll! Kick! Spin! Boys and girls will leap into action in this high-energy
class. Students will explore how to relate to rhythm and space by trying
out all kinds of movement with music. From handstands to shoulder rolls,
students will learn about building strength and flexibility in funky and
creative ways! Limit 12 students.
Instructor: Ann Huntley
Wednesdays, 4:30-5:30pm
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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MODERN DANCE
Creative Dance (ages
5-7)
A child's introduction to dance, this course is designed to help children
move beautifully and comfortably by developing strength, skill and body
awareness in a creative setting. To facilitate learning for this age,
instructors may use books, poems, music and artwork. An excellent opportunity
for the young dancer to work within a group to explore dance fundamentals.
Limit 12 students.
Tuesdays, 4:30-5:15pm
Instructor: Nikki Dublin Turner
First Semester (16 weeks): Sept. 8 –
Jan. 12 (no class 11/24, 12/22, 12/29)
Second 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)*
Saturdays, 9-9:45am
First Semester (16 weeks): Sept. 12 – Jan. 23 (no class 11/28,
12/5, 12/26, 1/2)
Second 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: $50/month $200/semester
$400/year
Pre-Ballet & Creative Dance
(ages 5-7)
A fun introduction to ballet and creative dance for younger dancers, this
course is designed to help children move beautifully and comfortably by
developing strength, skill and body awareness in a creative setting. Classes
will include basic dance vocabulary, ballet barre exercises and exploration
of dance fundamentals such as shapes, qualities, pathways and focus. To
facilitate learning for this age, instructors may also use books, poems,
music and artwork. Limit 12 students.
Instructor: Azia Whitted
Saturdays, 10-10:45am
First Semester (16 weeks): Sept. 12 – Jan. 23 (no class 11/28,
12/5, 12/26, 1/2)
Second 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: $50/month $200/semester $400/year
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Creative Modern (ages
7-9)
In Creative Modern, students begin to learn body control and proper alignment
through modern dance technique. Exercises are given at center and moving
across the floor to facilitate increased coordination and flexibility.
Improvisation and composition are also used to encourage students’
personal creativity and expression. Classes become more complex as students
progress in age and ability. Limit 12 students.
Mondays, 4:30-5:30pm
Instructor: Karen Warr
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)*
Saturdays, 11am-Noon
First Semester (16 weeks): Sept. 12 – Jan. 23 (no class 11/28,
12/5, 12/26, 1/2)
Second 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: $50/month $200/semester
$400/year
Beginning Modern (ages
9-11)
Continuing with the elements taught in Creative Modern, students work
to build strength, flexibility and skill as they learn how to move their
bodies in the safest, most efficient manner. To cultivate their understanding
of the creative, expressive nature of dance alongside their technical
skills, students will use improvisation to develop their own personal
styles. (Students age 9 must have 1 year prior dance training or permission
of the instructor to enroll). Limit 14 students.
Instructor: Nikki Dublin Turner
Thursdays, 4:30-5:30pm
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
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Modern Technique (ages
11-13)
In Modern Technique, students develop their execution of technique through
exercises and combinations across the floor, while working on their grasp
of dance theory. Classes will include improvisation and composition in
order to produce well-balanced dancers who have both solid technique and
individual style by the end of the course. (Students age 11 must have
1 year prior dance training or permission of the instructor to enroll).
Limit 14 students.
Instructor: Kathryn Auman
Mondays, 4:30-5:30pm
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 Modern
(age 13-19)
Students with a thorough grounding in modern dance work to solidify their
execution of technique and understanding of dance theory. Classes may
include improvisation and composition in order to produce well-rounded
dancers who have both strong technique and individual style by the end
of the course. (Students age 13 must have 3 years prior training or permission
of the instructor to enroll.) Limit 16 students.
Instructor: Kathryn Auman
Wednesdays, 5:30-7pm
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: $64/month $256/semester $512/year
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Beginning Adult Modern Technique
(age 16 - adults)
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 16 students.
Instructor: Jennifer Huggins
Wednesdays, 6-7pm
First Semester (16 weeks): Sept. 9 – Jan. 13 (no class 11/25,
12/23, 12/30)
Second 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
(age 16 - adults)
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
(age 16 - adults)
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, Katherine
Ferrier
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 (age
16 - adults)
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
Pre-Ballet (ages 5-7)
A joyful introduction to ballet for younger dancers. Class will include
basic vocabulary, a ballet barre and instructional games that will have
your dancer twirling and leaping in no time. Ballet shoes required. Limit
12 students.
Instructor: Azia Whitted
Wednesdays, 4:30-5:15pm
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
Pre-Ballet & Creative Dance
(ages 5-7)
A fun introduction to ballet and creative dance for younger dancers. This
course is designed to develop strength, skill and body awareness in a
creative setting. Classes will include basic dance vocabulary, ballet
barre exercises and exploration of dance fundamentals such as shapes,
qualities, pathways and focus. To facilitate learning for this age, instructors
may also use books, poems, music and artwork. Limit 12 students.
Instructor: Azia Whitted
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: $50/month $200/semester $400/year
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Beginning Ballet (ages
7-9)
In this course, students will learn basic ballet vocabulary. They will
strengthen their technique at the barre and center then learn to do exciting
exercises across the floor. Ballet shoes required. Limit 12 students.
Thursdays, 4:30-5:30pm
Instructor: Eleanor Smith
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)*
Fridays, 4:30-5:30pm
Instructor: Nikki Dublin Turner
Fall Semester (16 weeks): Sept. 11 –
Jan. 15 (no class 11/27, 12/25, 1/1)
Spring Semester (16 weeks): Jan. 22 –
May 14 (no class 4/2)*
Full Year (32 weeks): Sept. 11 –
May 14 (no class 11/27, 12/25, 1/1, 4/2)*
Tuition: $50/month $200/semester
$400/year
Ballet (ages 10-13)
Ballet students learn the basic positions, vocabulary and traditional
sequence of exercises, moving from the barre, to center then across the
floor. Physical alignment, balance, strength, flexibility and control
without unhealthy tension will be emphasized. Ballet shoes required. One
year prior training or permission of the instructor required. Limit 14
students.
Instructor: Heather Pike
Tuesdays, 4:30-5:30pm
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: $50/month $200/semester $400/year
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Intermediate/Advanced Ballet
(age 14 - adults)
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
Ballet for
Adults (age 15 – 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 16 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
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HIP HOP JAZZ
Hip Hop for ‘Tweens
(ages 9-13)
Leave the stress of school behind and bring your friends to this funky,
fresh dance class! Students will learn dance technique in this beginning
to intermediate level class. Revel in the stylized movements and rhythms
of hip hop jazz, while building strength, coordination and flexibility.
Limit 14 students.
Instructor: Nikki Dublin Turner
Tuesdays, 5:30-6:30pm
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:
$50/month $200/semester $400/year
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Beginning Hip Hop Jazz (age
15 - adults)
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
(age 15 - adults)
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 (age 15 - adults)
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 (age 15
- adults)
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.
Saturdays, 10-11am
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
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*Additional $35 fee required for participation in May 2010 Artsfest.
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