AFRICAN/AFR0-FUSION
Looking
for Brazilian, Caribbean,
or Hip Hop dance?
Aicha "Astou"
Sagna
African Dance (Senegal) Tuesdays 7:30-9:00pm, $12/class
Description: Students
will learn West African Dances from Senegal, Mali, and Guinea.
The class begins with a ½ hour warm-up, and progresses
to energetic dancing. There are live drummers.
Clothing: Comfortable
clothes, loose or stretchy. Lapa or Sarong optional, bare feet.
STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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Ife Bolden
African (West African, various) Mondays 6:00-7:30pm, $12/class
Description: Dances
from various regions of West Africa.
Clothing: Clothing
should be loose. Women may wear a lapa (cloth wrapped around
the hips) but it is not required. Accompanied by live African
drumming. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY
TIME.
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Fatou
N'Diaye
African (Senegal) Saturdays 4:30-6:00pm, $12/class,
Contact: 617-427-5160,
www.Silimbo.com.
Description: Dances
primarily from Senegal, West Africa, including Djembe and Sabar.
Accompanied by live African drumming.
Clothing: Clothing
should be loose. Women may wear a lapa (cloth wrapped around
the hips) but it is not required. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED
IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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Fatou Carol
Sylla
African (Senegal, Guinea) Fridays 6:00-7:30
$12/class, $6 for children and teens, free for children taking
class with an adult.
Contact: 617-868-6193.
Description: West
Africa has an enormously rich cultural heritage in the arts
that have long been traditional sources of self-knowledge, community
cohesion, and spiritual communion. Come and learn traditional
dances, rhythms, and songs from Senegal and Guinea, West Africa.
At the same time explore the functions of these dances in relationship
to your own life. Class warm-up includes working on core strength,
flexibility, stamina, grounded-ness and rhythmic sensibility.
This is a multi-level class; advanced beginner level dancers
and up. Accompanied by live African drumming.
Clothing: Clothing
should be loose. Women may wear a lapa (cloth wrapped around
the hips) but it is not required, bare feet. STREET SHOES ARE
NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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Sidi Mohamed "Joh"
Camara
African (Mali, Ivory Coast, Guinea) Sundays 3:00-4:30
$12/class, $6 for children up to 16 years of age.
Contact: Joh Camara
617.822.3262, www.JohOnLine.com
Description: Students
will learn a variety of West African Dances from Mali, Guinea
and Ivory Coast regions. Students will learn the cultural and
historical context for each dance. The class begins with a ½
hour warm-up, and progresses to energetic dancing to live drumming
(djembe and djun-djun). Come experience one of the most skilled
and enthusiastic master dancers/teachers and one of the premier
West African classes in terms of energy. During class Joh tailors
his teaching to accommodate all levels of dancers. Class is
accompanied by live percussion by African drum masters.
Clothing: Clothing
should be loose. Women may wear a lapa or sarong (cloth wrapped
around the hips) but it is not required, bare feet. STREET SHOES
ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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Lamine Toure
Sabar (Senegal) Thursdays 6:30-8:00pm
$12/class
Contact: laminesabar@yahoo.com
Description: This
class focuses on sabar dance, an energetic and beautiful Senegalese
art form. You will learn the fundamentals of Senegalese dance,
starting with basic movements, then progressing to a repertory
of choreographed dance steps. Emphasis is on learning technique,
dance steps and understanding how dance and drum rhythms are
closely intertwined. All classes are accompanied by live sabar
drumming.
Clothing: Clothing
should be loose. Women may wear a lapa (cloth wrapped around
the hips) but it is not required, bare feet. STREET SHOES ARE
NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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Marianne Harkless
Afro-Jazz Thursdays 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM, $12.00/class
Class description:
Afro-Jazz dance is a fusion of African, Afro-Brazilian, Caribbean
and jazz dance styles. Classes are up-beat and begin with a
warm-up, followed by movement across the floor and a choreographed
combination. Students should be barefoot. All levels of dancers
are welcome.
Clothing:
Choice of sweat pants, leggins, leotards, African wraps and/or
sarongs, bare foot. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO
AT ANY TIME.
Pape N'Diaye
Sabar (Senegal), Sundays 1:30-3:00pm, $12/class
Contact: ndiayeartiste@yahoo.com,
www.papendiaye.com
Description: Sabar,
the national dance of Senegal , is an energetic and beautiful
traditional dance form, named after the family of drums that
play its vivacious rhythms. In this class you will learn the
fundamentals of Sabar dance, starting with basic movements,
then progressing to a repertory of choreographed dance steps.
Also accompanied by live sabar drumming, this class will help
you understand how the dance and drum rhythms are closely intertwined.
In addition to fine-tuning your sabar technique, you will learn
the latest sabar moves and be inspired by the energy that Pape
N'Diaye brings to every class!
Clothing: Clothing
should be loose. Women may wear a lapa (cloth wrapped around
the hips) but it is not required, bare feet. STREET SHOES ARE
NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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Seydou Coulibaly
African (Mali) Wednesdays 7:30-9:00pm, $12/class.
Contact: Erich
617-388-0413.
Description: Dances
primarily from Mali, West Africa. Accompanied by live African
drumming.
Clothing: Clothing
should be loose. Women may wear a lapa (cloth wrapped around
the hips) but it is not required. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED
IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
BALLET
Anna Myer
Beginning Ballet Tuesdays & Fridays 6:00-7:00pm, $10/class
Contact:
617-547-9699,www.annamyerdancers.org
Clothing: Please
wear comfortable dance clothing and ballet slippers. STREET
SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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Anna Myer
Beginning II Ballet Thursdays, 5:45-6:45pm $10, Saturdays,
12:00-1:15pm (Sat class time change 6/28-8/16: 10:45am-12noon),
$12
NOTICE: SATURDAY
CLASS WILL BE HELD 10:45AM-12NOON JUNE 28 - AUGUST16.
Contact:
617-547-9699, www.annamyerdancers.org
Clothing: Please
wear comfortable dance clothing and ballet slippers. STREET
SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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Anna Myer
Intermediate Ballet Wednesdays 6:00-7:30pm, $12/class
Contact: 617-547-9699,
www.annamyerdancers.org
Clothing: Please
wear comfortable dance clothing and ballet slippers. STREET
SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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Liz Lapuh
Introductory Ballet Saturdays 10:30am-11:30am, $11/class
Contact: (617)
441-9315
Description: This
class is for students with no prior training in ballet.
Clothing: Should
be leotard and tights or loose and comfortable; ballet shoes
or socks. Shoes may be purchased at Teddy's Shoes, Mass Ave
in Cambridge (downstairs from the Dance Complex), or Boston
Dancewear, Mass Ave in Boston, near Symphony. STREET SHOES ARE
NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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Liz Lapuh
Advanced Beginner Ballet Mondays 6:00-7:30pm, Sundays 1:00-2:30pm
(Sun class time change 6/29-8/17: 11:00am-12:30pm), $13/class,
$11/class with pre-registration
NOTICE: SUNDAY CLASS
WILL BE HELD 11:00AM-12:30PM JUNE 29 - AUGUST17.
Contact: (617)
441-9315
Description: This
class is geared toward students with little or no ballet training
and toward those students who would like to fill the gaps in
their knowledge of classical technique. The concentration is
on teaching students correct alignment, ballet positions and
steps and exploring efficient movement values.
Clothing: Should
be leotard and tights or loose and comfortable; ballet shoes
or socks. Shoes may be purchased at Teddy's Shoes, Mass Ave
in Cambridge (downstairs from the Dance Complex), or Boston
Dancewear, Mass Ave in Boston, near Symphony. STREET SHOES ARE
NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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Liz Lapuh
Elementary/Intermediate Ballet Fridays 6:00-7:30, Saturdays
11:30am-1:00pm, $13/class, $11/class with pre-registration
Contact: (617)
441-9315
Description: This
class focuses on teaching longer combinations to familiarize
students with movement patterns created by joining ballet steps.
This increases the dancers' kinesthetic sense.
Clothing: Should
be leotard and tights or loose and comfortable; ballet shoes
or socks. Shoes may be purchased at Teddy's Shoes, Mass Ave
in Cambridge (downstairs from the Dance Complex), or Boston
Dancewear, Mass Ave in Boston, near Symphony. STREET SHOES ARE
NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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Liz Lapuh
Intermediate Ballet Tuesdays
7:00-8:30pm, Thursdays 6:45-8:15pm, $13/class drop-in, $11/class
with pre-registration
Contact: (617)
441-9315
Description: This
class is for the more experienced dancer. It makes use of the
full range of ballet movement to increase competence and stamina.
Clothing: Should
be leotard and tights or loose and comfortable; ballet shoes
or socks. Shoes may be purchased at Teddy's Shoes, Mass Ave
in Cambridge (downstairs from the Dance Complex), or Boston
Dancewear, Mass Ave in Boston, near Symphony. STREET SHOES ARE
NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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Liz Lapuh
Pointe
Sundays 2:30-3:00pm, $5.00/class
Contact: (617)
441-9315
Description: This
is an intermediate Pointe class taught in five-week sessions.
Clothing: Should
be leotard and tights or loose and comfortable; ballet shoes
or socks. Shoes may be purchased at Teddy's Shoes, Mass Ave
in Cambridge (downstairs from the Dance Complex), or Boston
Dancewear, Mass Ave in Boston, near Symphony. STREET SHOES ARE
NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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Margot Parsons
Intermediate Ballet Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00-11:30am,
$12/class
Contact:
www.dancevisions.net
Clothing: Please
wear comfortable dance clothing and ballet slippers. STREET
SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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Roseann Ridings
Intermediate Ballet Wednesdays & Fridays 11:15am-12:45pm,
$12/class
Description: The
level of class is intermediate. A lot of professional modern
dancers as well as adult students participate. Individuals with
no experience would not be able to keep up, but once they have
learned the basics they could follow along. The technique is
a more eclectic approach rather than Russian, Chechetti, or
RAD.
Clothing: Should
be leotard and tights and ballet shoes. STREET SHOES ARE NOT
ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
BRAZILIAN
Deraldo Ferreira
Brazilian Samba Saturdays 1:30-3:00pm, $12/class.
Purchase classes in advance and get a discount - 10 classes
for $100.00.
Contact: 617-388-8403,
www.bccne.org, bccne@mindspring.com
Description: Brazilian
Samba dance, the way you would do it in the clubs with your
Brazilian friends.... Now with LIVE samba music, played by master
musicians!
Clothing: Choice
of sweat pants, leggings, leotards, African wraps and/or sarongs,
and dance shoes. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO
AT ANY TIME.
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Deraldo Ferreira
& Glenio De Oliviera
Samba de Gafieira, Sundays 1:30-3:00pm, $12/class.
Contact: Deraldo-
617-388-8403, www.bccne.org,
bccne@mindspring.com, Glenio - 617-970-1248, glenioxuxa@hotmail.com
Description: Samba
de gafiera is the most popular Brazilian ballroom dance. It
is closest in structure to tango, but its movement aesthetics
are deeply informed by many forms of Brazilian samba. The class
is divided in two groups for beginners and intermediate/advanced
levels. Classes are open to all levels, no partner is necessary
and frequent partner changes will be encouraged.
Clothing: Anything
comfortable for dancing, ballroom dance shoes are recommended
for ladies, but not necessary. A lot of people wear sneakers,
which is fine. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT
ANY TIME.
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Mestre Chuvisco
Capoeira Regional- Mondays
6:30-8:00pm, Saturdays 10:30-12:00pm, $13/class
Contact: bostoncapoeira@yahoo.com
Description: Capoeira
is an Afro-Brazilian art that combines music, dance, acrobatics,
and martial arts. It develops self-confidence, coordination,
music skills, and self-awareness.
Clothing: T-shirt
and sweat pants or loose fitting pants. Train barefoot or with
clean, light-weight sneakers. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN
ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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Mestre
Deraldo
Capoeira Angola-
Wednesdays, 7:30-9:00pm, $12, drop-ins are welcome - Saturdays
3:00pm - 5:00pm, $14, drop-ins are welcome. Purchase classes
in advance and get a discount - 10 classes for $100.00.
Contact: 617.388.8403,
www.bccne.org, bccne@mindspring.com
Description: The
"game" of Capoeira Angola is named for the country
credited with its origin, and it is closely connected to,
respects, and honors its African past. It weaves intricate
movements, spirituality, mental and physical discipline, fight,
play, strategy, and philosophy into a rhythmic game of real
or ritual combat. It is played slowly and deliberately, but
with humor and joyfulness. The end result is spontaneous,
un-choreographed, and is a physical "conversation"
between players. Students will learn the fluid, dance-like
movements that allow them to improvise in the roda,
and learn how to sing & play the accompanying rhythmic
instruments.
Clothing: T-shirt
and sweat pants or loose fitting pants. Train with clean,
light-weight sneakers or shoes (not street shoes).
STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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CARIBBEAN
Looking
for Brazilian Dance?
Jean Appolon
Haitian Dance, Saturdays 1:30pm-3:00pm, $13.00/class
Contact: 718.596.6330,
www.JeanAppolon.com
Class Description:
Open to ALL levels of dancers. Class utilizes Dunham/Horton
modern and ballet techniques in order to prepare the body for
learning the beautiful and complex movements of Haitian Folkloric
dance; a unique synthesis of expression, deeply rooted in a
multicultural past of African, Indian, Spanish, French and modern
influences. Live percussion for every class with Haitian drum
masters.
Clothing: Choice
of sweat pants, leggings, leotards, African wraps and/or sarongs,
bare foot. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY
TIME.
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Reynaldo Gonzales
Afro-Cuban Dance Sundays 12:00-1:30pm, $12/class
Class Description:
The class teaches the dances of various Afro-Cuban ethnic traditions,
including Yoruba (Lucumi), Arara, Conga, etc., accompanied by
live drumming and singing. In addition to dances of the Orisha,
Palo Monte, etc., secular dances such as rumba and comparsa
(carnival) dances are also taught.
Clothing: Clothing
should be loose. Women should bring a wide skirt, bare foot.
STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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CHILDREN'S DANCE CLASSES
Anna Myer
Contemporary Dance for Youth 11+yrs, Tuesdays, 4:30pm-5:45pm
Contact teacher
for registration/price: 617.547.9699
Description: Contemporary
Dance class for Teens ages 11 and up. Anna Myer a noted choreographer
and director of Anna Myer and Dancers is known for her cross
generational works with children. Anna Myer considers the
development of technique, imagination and confidence as the
basis for creativity. Each class begins with a modern/ballet
warm up to give the dancer a strong and well-rounded foundation.
Students will dance movement by Anna Myer and learn new and
inventive ways to make there own dances. The class will work
with the individual needs and abilities of each student.
Clothing: Bare
feet, comfortable dance clothes. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED
IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
Dennis Goldsmith
Tae-Kwon-Do, (children 51/2 years and up), All Levels
Saturdays 12:00-1:00pm
Contact teacher
for registration/price: 617-868-3042
Description: Tae-Kwon-Do
is a Korean art of self-defense. The students learn discipline,
respect, body awareness, control, balance, coordination, self-defense,
forms, and sparring
Clothing: Sweats
or shorts, no shoes. Students can purchase a uniform from
the teacher. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT
ANY TIME.
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Dicki Johnson
Macy, Center Studios - Duncan Dance, contact 617.699.1804
to register or for more information.
Dicki Johnson Macy
Duncan Dance Tuesdays 10:00-11:00am
Contact:617.699.1804 to register or for more information.
Class description:
Classes are for children ages 1.5 -3yrs. The emphasis is on
the relationship to each other and nature, respect, honor,
and grace. There is a focus on solitude and affiliation balanced
through choreographic etudes and classical music. The class
is non-competitive, for children the emphasis is on creative
movement.
Clothing: Tunics
in the style of Isadora Duncan are provided, please wear a
sleeveless camisole or flesh colored leotards. STREET SHOES
ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
Dicki Johnson
Macy
Duncan Dance Tuesdays 11:00am-12:00noon, Wednesdays 4:00-5:00pm,
Thursdays 4:00-5:00pm (starts Jan 31st)
Contact: 617.699.1804 to register or for more information.
Class description:
Classes are for children ages 3-5 yrs. The emphasis is on
the relationship to each other and nature, respect, honor,
and grace. There is a focus on solitude and affiliation balanced
through choreographic etudes and classical music. The class
is non-competitive, for children the emphasis is on creative
movement.
Clothing: Tunics
in the style of Isadora Duncan are provided, please wear a
sleeveless camisole or flesh colored leotards. STREET SHOES
ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
Dicki Johnson
Macy
Duncan Dance Tuesdays 3:30- 4:30pm
Contact: 617.699.1804 to register or for more information.
Class Description:
Classes are for children ages 5-7 yrs. The emphasis is on
the relationship to each other and nature, respect, honor,
and grace. There is a focus on solitude and affiliation balanced
through choreographic etudes and classical music. The class
is non-competitive, for children the emphasis is on creative
movement.
Clothing: Tunics
in the style of Isadora Duncan are provided, please wear a
sleeveless camisole or flesh colored leotards. STREET SHOES
ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
Dicki Johnson
Macy
Duncan Dance Tuesdays 4:30- 5:30pm
Contact: 617.699.1804 to register or for more information.
Class Description:
Classes are for children 8-11 yrs. The emphasis is on the
relationship to each other and nature, respect, honor, and
grace. There is a focus on solitude and affiliation balanced
through choreographic etudes and classical music. The class
is non-competitive, for children the emphasis is on creative
movement.
Clothing: Tunics
in the style of Isadora Duncan are provided, please wear a
sleeveless camisole or flesh colored leotards. STREET SHOES
ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
Dicki Johnson
Macy
Duncan Dance Tuesdays 5:30- 6:30pm
Contact: 617.699.1804 to register or for more information.
Class Description:
Classes are for teen-aged youth, 12-18 yrs. The emphasis is
on the relationship to each other and nature, respect, honor,
and grace. There is a focus on solitude and affiliation balanced
through choreographic etudes and classical music. The class
is non-competitive, for children the emphasis is on creative
movement.
Clothing: Tunics
in the style of Isadora Duncan are provided, please wear a
sleeveless camisole or flesh colored leotards. STREET SHOES
ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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Eve Agush
Tap 1 Wednesdays
4:00-5:00pm (5-9yrs), Tap 2 Wednesdays 5:00-6:00pm
(9-16yrs)
Contact: 617.216.1643
or email adamant_eve@hotmail.com to register or for more information.
Description: This
dance program is devoted to solid technique and age/skills
appropriate choreography. The focus is on coordination, body
alignment and rhythm. Classes centralize technique, combinations
and choreography. The 4:00-5:00 pm Tap 1 class is for children
ages 5-9. The 5:00-6:00pm class is for children ages 10+ who
have one year tap experience. Tap shoes are required, ask
instructor for assisstance. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN
ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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Gretchen Hayden,
Chhandika School of Kathak Dance, contact 978.568.1405 to
register or for more information. Kathak for teeens, see classes
for teens & adults under Indian Dance .
Kathak Classical
Indian Dance for Children (girls & boys), Sundays,
Year 2 10:30am-11:30am, Year 3 11:30am -12:30pm
Contact: 978.568.1405
to register or for more information.
Description: Kathak
is a highly sophisticated classical performing art characterized
by intricate footwork, expressive movement of the hands and
face, rhythmic intensity, swift turns and elegant stances.
Wearing rows of small, brass bells on each ankle, the dancer
alternates between recitation, footwork, fixed compositions,
improvisation and story telling. In these classes, we focus
on three aspects of the dance: Nritta (pure dance,
technique) - includes movement exercises, basic tatkar
(footwork), chakkars (turns), rhythmic patterns and
timing, and recitation of the bols (language of the
dance). Nritya (dance with rhythm and expression) -
use of interpretive gestures, expression, and rendering of
traditional songs and poems. Natya (drama) - learning
the art of storytelling, the nava rasa (nine sentiments),
working with ardhanariswara-shiva/shakti (masculine/feminine
energies).
Clothing: Wear
clothes that allow freedom of movement: salwar/kurta
outfits, short-sleeves or long sleeves (rather than sleeveless)
tops, skirt with leggings or tights underneath, sweat pants
with a tunic/long shirt covering the hips, leotard, or t-shirt.
Hair needs to be pinned or tied back so it does not cover
the face or become distracting while dancing. Kathak is danced
with the feet bare and so it is customary to keep feet and
the floor as clean as possible.
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Patricia Adelmann,
School of Classical Ballet - Ballet for kids and youths, contact
617.491.8609 to register or for more information.
Patricia Adelmann
Primary Ballet Wednesays 4:00-4:45am, children 4-6 yrs.
$10.00/class
Class Description:
Introduction to creative movement and Ballet for children
ages 4-6yrs.
Clothing: leotard,
tights, ballet slippers. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY
STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
Patricia Adelmann
Beginner Ballet Wednesdays 5:00-6:00pm, youth ages 11-13
yrs.
$10.00/class
Class Description:
Beginning level Ballet for children, some may already have
ballet experience, no experience necessary.
Clothing: leotard,
tights, ballet slippers. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY
STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
Patricia Adelmann
Intermediate / Advanced Ballet Thursdays 4:00-6:00pm,
youth ages 12 yrs & up.
$10.00/class
Class Description:
For intermediate through advanced level students. Pointe shoes
for appropriate students.
Clothing: leotard,
tights, ballet slippers. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY
STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
CONTACT IMPROV/ IMPROVISATION/ JAMS
Movement Improv
Jam with Live Music
Facilitated by: Olivier Besson Second and fourth Monday
of every month, 8:00-10:00pm. $6, All are welcome. No Jams in
July and August.
Notice: Special last
jam on June 30th to end the season. Oregon-based JESSY LUZZI
& SEAN FRENETTE will play.
Contact: 617-202.9323
or osbesson@yahoo.com
Description: The
jams are a playground of dance and music, where individual needs
and collective awareness give space to the spontaneous expression
of one's creativity thru art and play. All styles and abilities
are welcomed.
This monday, June
30th, is the last MOVEMENT IMPROV. JAMS with LIVE MUSIC at the
Dance Complex (We start again in September 2008). The collaborating
musicians are JESSYKA LUZZI (voice) & SEAN FRENETTE (multi
instrumentalist, composer). Jessyka Luzzi: "We came by
way of classical conservatories, but found love of folk music:
Hindustanni, Klezmer, Malian Song, Bluegrass and Renaissance.
We were freed by the improvisation and composition approaches
of Dominique Eade and Ran Blake and we find ourselves every
time we play. 'Sean Frenette is a multi instrumentalist, composer,
improviser, teacher, mad-scientist, singer, guitarist from Jamaica
Plain. Since graduating from New England Conservatory in 2006
Sean has performed extensively on the East Coast as a soloist
and with many projects including the Boston award-winning afrobeat
ensemble The Superpowers, neo-soul singer Gretchen Elise, soprano/improviser
Jessyka Luzzi, movement artists Olivier Besson, Liz Roncka,
and Emily Beattie, tabla virtuoso Kazi Kamal, saxophonist Tom
Arabia and others. He is currently auditioning for Cirque du
Soleil (a position requiring that he plays classical, electric,
acoustic guitars / basses, sitar, mandolin, lute, saz, ukelele,
and banjo in a handful of styles!), as well as for a workshop
with Bobby McFerrin at Carnegie Hall. Sean hopes to be a leader
in a New Renaissance integrating art, music, science, and philosophy.
You can check him out at: www.myspace.com/seanfrenette.
Clothing: Bare feet,
comfortable dance clothes. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY
STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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Star Dance Rising
Dance Jam
Facilitated by: Margaux Skalecki First Monday of every month,
8:00-9:30pm, October - June. $10-$15 sliding scale. No Jams
July thru September.
Contact: (617) 522-9797
or dancingoutloud@yahoo.com
Description: As we
let go of what appears to be the truth and journey into pathways
much more sacred and profound, we find the star dust, the gold
that we are made of. From here we can spontaneously rise up
to higher levels of creativity, deeper trust in our intuitive
connection to all life, bring clearer focus and compassion to
what is truly important and of course find bliss! These gatherings
may include structured and unstructured warm-ups, yoga, dance,
improvisation, journaling, journeys and the Roth 5 Rhythms.
Feel free to bring an object to place in the healing altar.
All are welcome. Accompanied by live music. Sliding scale fee:
$10-15.
Clothing: Bare feet,
comfortable dance clothes. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY
STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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Olivier Besson
Contact Improvisation this class had been discontinued.
Contact: (617) 202-9323,
osbesson@yahoo.com
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FLAMENCO
Ramon de los
Reyes
Beginner Flamenco, Tuesdays, 6:30-8:00pm, Saturdays, 3:00-4:30pm,
$13 per class
Contact: SpanishDanceTheater@yahoo.com
or (617) 265-5324
Description: Maestro
Ramon, recognized the world over as a master teacher, utilizes
teaching methods that are unique and intensely exciting. They
cover an in-depth approach to technique, repertoire, and interpretation
that results in a thorough understanding of the art of Flamenco.
Flamenco is a total art form of dance, music, song and a way
of life. Beginner students will learn basic Flamenco technique-
footwork, arms, posture, turns, and choreography. Students will
also learn to play to castanets.
Clothing: For female
students includes a flamenco skirt, flamenco shoes, and castanets.
For male students includes boots and castanets. Beginner students
may take lessons with regular shoes for the first class. STREET
SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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Ramon de los
Reyes
Intermediate Flamenco, Tuesdays 8:00-9:30pm, Saturdays
1:30-3:00pm, $13/class
Contact: SpanishDanceTheatre@yahoo.com
or (617) 265-5324
Description: Maestro
Ramon, recognized the world over as a master teacher, utilizes
teaching methods that are unique and intensely exciting. They
cover an in-depth approach to technique, repertoire, and interpretation
that results in a thorough understanding of the art of Flamenco.
Flamenco is a total art form of dance, music, song and a way
of life. Intermediate students will learn more challenging Flamenco
technique - footwork, arms, posture, turns, and choreography.
Students will also learn to play the castanets.
Clothing: For female
students includes a flamenco skirt, flamenco shoes, and castanets.
For male students includes boots and castanets. STREET
SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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FOLK
DANCE
Kieran Jordan
Beginner Irish Dance (Sean-nós "Old Style"
Step Dance)
Mondays 7:30-8:30pm
Pre-Registration
Required. Visit
www.kieranjordan.com to register.
Description: Sean-nós ("old style") Irish dance
is a percussive, expressive, close-to-the-floor step dance style.
It requires requires good music listening skills and a willingness
to play with rhythm and performance. Historically performed
as a solo dance form in informal settings, the sean-nós
"old style" is looser and more improvisational than
the newer Irish step dance styles that have prevailed since
the early 1900s. Sean-nós dance experienced a serious
decline in the 20th Century, and the art form nearly disappeared.
But in recent years, a handful of influential dancers have brought
the steps and traditions back to life, and now, sean-nós
dance is flourishing. A sean-nós dance revival is sweeping
Ireland and spreading to American dance communities as well.
This class will introduce students to the traditions, steps,
and styles of sean-nós dance. No experience required!
Please wear shoes with a smooth hard sole. Open to ages 14 through
adult.
Clothing: Wear soft-soled
shoes and comfortable clothing to class.
STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
Kieran Jordan
Intermediate/Advanced Irish Dance (Traditional Step and Ceili
Dance)
Mondays 5:45-7:15pm
Pre-Registration
Required. Visit www.kieranjordan.com
to register.
Description: This
class focuses on traditional and original performance material
in Irish step and céilí dancing. Each class will
include a thorough warm-up and technique exercises, followed
by steps and repertoire. Choreography, improvisation, and somatic
techniques will also be included. Students enrolling in this
class should have intermediate-advanced level proficiency in
soft and hard shoe dancing, creative spirits, and a willingness
to try new things. This is NON-COMPETITIVE Irish dancing. Open
to ages 14 through adult.
Clothing: Wear soft-soled
shoes and comfortable clothing to class.
STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
INDIAN
Gretchen Hayden
- Chhandika School of Kathak Dance - www.chhandika.org
Basics Kathak (Level 1, for teens & adults) Sundays
12:30-1:30pm, $13/class - discount offered with pre-registration.
Contact: Gretchen
(978) 568-1405 or chhandam@greennet.net, www.chhandika.org
Description: No experience
required! This class is also for ALL NEW STUDENTS, regardless
of previous dance or kathak experience.
Description: Kathak
is a highly sophisticated classical performing art characterized
by intricate footwork, expressive movement of the hands and
face, rhythmic intensity, swift turns and elegant stances. Wearing
rows of small, brass bells on each ankle, the dancer alternates
between recitation, footwork, fixed compositions, improvisation
and story telling. In these classes, we focus on three aspects
of the dance: Nritta (pure dance, technique) - includes
movement exercises, basic tatkar (footwork), chakkars
(turns), rhythmic patterns and timing, recitation of the bols
(language of the dance), Nritya (dance with rhythm and
expression) - use of interpretive gestures, expression, and
rendering of traditional songs and poems, & Natya
(drama) - learning the art of storytelling, the nava rasa
(nine sentiments), working with ardhanariswara-shiva/shakti
(masculine/feminine energies).
Clothing: Wear clothes
that allow freedom of movement: salwar/kurta outfits,
short-sleeves or long sleeves (rather than sleeveless) tops,
skirt with leggings or tights underneath, sweat pants with a
tunic/long shirt covering the hips, leotard, or t-shirt. Hair
needs to be pinned or tied back so it does not cover your face
or become distracting while dancing. Kathak is danced with the
feet bare and so it is customary to keep your feet and the floor
as clean as possible.
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Gretchen Hayden
Mixed Levels Kathak
(Level 2
& up, teens & adults)
Sundays 11:30-12:30pm, $13/class - discount offered with pre-registration.
Contact: Gretchen
(978) 568-1405 or chhandam@greennet.net, www.chhandika.org
Description: Some
experience and previous class participation required. Kathak
is a highly sophisticated classical performing art characterized
by intricate footwork, expressive movement of the hands and
face, rhythmic intensity, swift turns and elegant stances. Wearing
rows of small, brass bells on each ankle, the dancer alternates
between recitation, footwork, fixed compositions, improvisation
and story telling. In these classes, we focus on three aspects
of the dance: Nritta (pure dance, technique) - includes
movement exercises, basic tatkar (footwork), chakkars
(turns); rhythmic patterns and timing; recitation of the bols
(language of the dance). Nritya (dance with rhythm and
expression) - use of interpretive gestures, expression, and
rendering of traditional songs and poems. Natya (drama)
- learning the art of storytelling, the nava rasa (nine
sentiments), working with ardhanariswara-shiva/shakti
(masculine/feminine energies).
Clothing: Wear clothes
that allow freedom of movement: salwar/kurta outfits,
short-sleeves or long sleeves (rather than sleeveless) tops,
skirt with leggings or tights underneath, sweat pants with a
tunic/long shirt covering the hips, leotard, or t-shirt. Hair
needs to be pinned or tied back so it does not cover your face
or become distracting while dancing. Kathak is danced with the
feet bare and so it is customary to keep your feet and the floor
as clean as possible.
Gretchen Hayden
Intermediate / Advanced Kathak (Level 3 teens & adults)
Sundays
10:30-11:30am, $13/class - discount offered with pre-registration.
Contact: Gretchen
(978) 568-1405 or chhandam@greennet.net, www.chhandika.org
Description: For
intermdiate and advanced level students, previous class participation
required. Kathak is a highly sophisticated classical performing
art characterized by intricate footwork, expressive movement
of the hands and face, rhythmic intensity, swift turns and elegant
stances. Wearing rows of small, brass bells on each ankle, the
dancer alternates between recitation, footwork, fixed compositions,
improvisation and story telling. In these classes, we focus
on three aspects of the dance: Nritta (pure dance, technique)
- includes movement exercises, basic tatkar (footwork),
chakkars (turns); rhythmic patterns and timing; recitation
of the bols (language of the dance). Nritya (dance
with rhythm and expression) - use of interpretive gestures,
expression, and rendering of traditional songs and poems. Natya
(drama) - learning the art of storytelling, the nava rasa
(nine sentiments), working with ardhanariswara-shiva/shakti
(masculine/feminine energies).
Clothing: Wear clothes
that allow freedom of movement: salwar/kurta outfits,
short-sleeves or long sleeves (rather than sleeveless) tops,
skirt with leggings or tights underneath, sweat pants with a
tunic/long shirt covering the hips, leotard, or t-shirt. Hair
needs to be pinned or tied back so it does not cover your face
or become distracting while dancing. Kathak is danced with the
feet bare and so it is customary to keep your feet and the floor
as clean as possible.
HIP
HOP/JAZZ/FUNK
Carl Alleyne/Hip
Hop Empowerment
Hip
Hop Explosion (Ricardo Foster) Thursdays 6:00-7:30pm, $12/class
Hip Hop Empowerment Beginning Basics Saturdays 9:30-10:30am,
$10/class
Hip Hop Empowerment Beginner Saturdays 10:30am-11:30am,
$10/class
Contact: 888-420-5503
X81, www.carlalleyne.com
, 617.309.9103 for Thursday class only.
Description: Contemporary
hip hop, locking, poppin, and breakin. Classes start off with
a basic warm-up. Then Carl breaks the class down with a hip-hop
combination. Hip Hop Explosion is for advanced beginner to intermediate
level dancers or for people who want to pursue auditions. This
class is taught in collaboration by TriiipleThreat company instructors
and Carl Alleyne. Taught by Carl Alleyne, Beginning Hip Hop
is geared toward students who are beginner/advanced beginner
level. Beginner Basics is for those who are new to the Hip Hop
style. In this class Carl will lay out the basic foundations
of the movement style.
Clothing: Basic gym
clothes and dance or gym sneakers. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED
IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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Danny Swain
Jazz-Funk (All Levels) Tuesdays
6:00-7:00pm, $10/class
Contact: Dance Complex
617-547-9363 x13 or www.DannySwainDance.org
Class Description:
Whether you're looking for a dance class that lets you get down
like a pop star, or you're looking for a fun workout to shed
the winter pounds, Jazz-Funk is a great way to have fun and
stay in shape. Open to all levels, classes are on a "drop
in" basis.
Clothing: Wear comfortable
clothing (no jeans) and jazz sneakers, or sneakers that you
don't wear outdoors. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO
AT ANY TIME.
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Derrick Davis
Jazz Funk Open (CCAE) Wednesdays 8:30-9:30pm, $10/class
Contact:
CCAE 617-547-6789 - Class is held when CCAE is out of session.
Class Description:
Move to phat jazzy grooves! Smile away the hour as you immerse
your body and soul in a dance style that combines jazz dance
technique with hip-hop and club steps. Focus on breathing and
posture during jazz warm-up and follow with fun and funky combinations.
Clothing: Wear comfortable
clothing (no jeans) and jazz sneakers, or sneakers that you
don't wear outdoors. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO
AT ANY TIME.
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Honey Blonder
Street Funk Open Thursdays (CCAE) 8:00-9:00pm & Sundays,
11:00AM-12Noon.
Contact: CCAE 617-547-6789
or 617.510.2605, visit www.HoneyBlonderDance.com.
Both classes are on-going; Thursday class will be held when
CCAE is out of session.
Class Description:
Hip hop your way through an hour of high-energy dance set to
pop and hip hop tunes. A short warm up will be followed by a
hip hop combination that will grow and be repeated throughout
class. Each week a new combination will be taught. Class will
end with a short cool down. Come prepared to dance!
Clothing: Wear comfortable
clothing (no jeans) and jazz sneakers, or sneakers that you
don't wear outdoors. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO
AT ANY TIME.
Lisa Simon
Jazz (All Levels) Mondays 7:00-8:30pm, Wednesdays 7:30-9:00pm,
$12/class
Class Description:
Classic jazz class with a Ballet, African and Latin base.
Set warm-up, across the floor work and combination. Styles
vary between classic jazz, Blues, Latin Jazz, Swing, etc.
No Pop music.
Clothing: Leotard
and tights or not baggy stretchy pants. Jazz shoes, ballet slippers
or socks, Teddy's Shoes, located on Mass. Ave. in Cambridge
(downstairs from the Dance Complex).
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Marianne Harkless
& Fatou Carol Sylla
Afro-Jazz Thursdays 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM, $12.00/class
Class description:
Afro-Jazz dance is a fusion of African, Afro-Brazilian, Caribbean
and jazz dance styles. Classes are up-beat and begin with a
warm-up, followed by movement across the floor and a choreographed
combination. Students should be barefoot. All levels of dancers
are welcome.
Clothing:
Choice of sweat pants, leggins, leotards, African wraps and/or
sarongs, bare foot. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO
AT ANY TIME.
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Sharon Montella
Hip Hop Open Mondays
7:30-8:30pm, $12/class
Contact: Sharon
(617) 283-4596 or (617) 731-7043
Description: Hip
Hop is an energetic, open level class that combines the basic
hip hop modes of poppin', lockin' and steppin' into clearly
defined routines that are fun for all. Sharon clearly breaks
down the moves in a way that all can easily follow the routine.
Her passion and energy will bring out yours!!
Clothing: Workout
wear or anything comfortable to move in; sweats ok, shorts
and shirt or sport's top okay. Preferably no jeans. You should
wear sneakers or dance shoes. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED
IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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LATIN/BALLROOM
Looking
for Samba?
AnaLinda Marcus
Fundamental Tango,
Mondays, 7:30-8:30pm, pre-registration suggested.
$12/class ($65 for the series with pre-registration plus free
CD), drop-ins welcome.
Contact: www.tangoembrace.com
, (617) 512-0430
Description: The
Argentine Tango is an improvisational social dance which requires
solid technique and inspiration. This is the class for those
tools! You will learn the basic tango elements, partner connection,
and explore the dynamic and expressive range of tango movement.
We will work to integrate the beginning dancer into their breathe
and their balance, connect them to their imagination through
the music and build a strong, collaborative relationship with
their dance partner of the moment. This technique will focus
on simplifying the dance, providing a foundation in partner
connection, floor navigation and delight in sensual movement.
NO PARTNER REQUIRED for any class.
Clothing: Comfortable,
for unrestricted movement. Please wear smooth-soled shoes, no
sneakers, please. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO
AT ANY TIME.
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AnaLinda Marcus
Continuing
Tango,
8:30-9:30pm, pre-registration suggested.
$12/class ($65 for the series with pre-registration plus free
CD), drop-ins welcome.
Accelerated
Learning Option: Take both classes by permission of the
teacher or as a repeat student and receive a 25% discount
on the first class. Just $54 for the first series!
Contact: www.TangoEmbrace.com
, (617) 512-0430
Description: Take
the next step in your Tango. This is and advanced beginner/pre-intermediate
level class. You will connect-the-dots from your fundamentals
classes and dance seamlessly. We expose the structure and technique
of tango to keep memorizing patterns to a minimum. TangoEmbrace
classes at this level retain focus on comfort and dynamism in
the partner frame. Explore the dynamic and expressive range
of tango movement. We will cover Cross steps (Ocho combinations),
into turning figures including the Molinete. Learn to make a
round box, Whip (Voleo), and tango stops (Paradas). NO PARTNER
REQUIRED, drop-ins welcome.
Clothing: Comfortable,
for unrestricted movement. Please wear smooth-soled shoes, no
sneakers, please. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO
AT ANY TIME.
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April Genovese
de la Rosa
Beginner New York Style Salsa/Mambo Tuesdays 8:00-9:00pm,
$13/class
Contact: 917-776-1325,
617-388-0925 or visit www.aprilon2.com
Description: The
class focuses on partnering and footwork.
Clothing: Comfortable,
since you will sweat a lot. Wear comfortable shoes to dance
in. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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April Genovese
de la Rosa
Level II & III Salsa Tuesdays 8:00-9:30pm, $13/class
Contact: 917-776-1325,
617-388-0925 or visit www.aprilon2.com
Description: Shines,
partner work, spin technique, styling and creativity. Fine-tune
lead and follow techniques. Guaranteed to improve your dancing
at any level!.
Clothing: Comfortable,
since you will sweat a lot. Wear comfortable shoes to dance
in. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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Seemore Johnson
& Cristina Pujol
Beginner Salsa Monday 8:00-9:30pm,
$13/class
Contact: hipsonfire@yahoo.com,
617-835-0019, www.hipsonfire.com
Description: The
class focuses on basic leading, following, and body movement.
Clothing: Comfortable,
since you will sweat a lot. Wear comfortable shoes to dance
in. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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Seemore Johnson
& Cristina Pujol
Intermediate Salsa Tuesday,
7:00-8:00pm, $13/class
Contact: hipsonfire@yahoo.com,
617-835-0019, www.hipsonfire.com
Description: The
class focuses on leading, following, and body movement for the
intermediate student.
Clothing: Comfortable,
since you will sweat a lot. Wear comfortable shoes to dance
in. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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Kelly Silfies
& Johnny Giraldo
Beginner Salsa Thursdays 8:00-9:30pm, $13/class ($60
for 5 weeks)
Contact: www.bostonsalsa.com/johnnyandkelly,
kelly@salsaboston.com, (617) 522-7443
Description: Just
starting to dance salsa or only know a few basics, then join
our Beginner Salsa Class and develop your partnering technique,
basic steps and turns, and simple turn patterns to get you out
on the dance floor. Each class builds on the next to establish
a good foundation for our students, who will learn different
types of turns and how they connect with each other. Every class
starts with the basic steps, so drop-in students are also welcome.
No partner required. Please don't hesitate to contact us if
you have any questions about our class.
Clothing: Shoes with
leather soles or dance shoes are highly recommended. Rubber-soled
shoes make it difficult to turn. Comfortable clothes are also
suggested. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY
TIME.
MARTIAL ARTS
Looking
for Capoeira?
Dennis Goldsmith
Tae Kwon Do Saturdays 11:30-1:30pm, $14/class, reduced
price with pre-registration.
Contact: (617)
868-3042
Description: Tae
Kwon Do is Korean art of self-defense. The students learn mind/body
control, discipline, kicking and punching techniques, forms,
sparring and weapons, and self-defense. Also the human anatomy
is discussed, the way of Tae Kwon Do, and its benefits.
Clothing: Sweats
or shorts, no shoes. Students can purchase a uniform from the
teacher. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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Dennis Goldsmith
Cardio Kickboxing Tuesdays 7:00-8:00pm
$10/class, reduced price with pre-registration
Contact: (617)
868-3042
Description: Experience
the power of energy and heat in this blistering TKO workout.
Packed with core conditioning movements and traditional boxing
drills and kicking techniques. The class will enhance strength,
agility and stamina. All fitness levels.
Clothing: Basic gym
clothes and cross-trainer sneakers. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED
IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
MIDDLE
EASTERN/BELLY DANCING
Carolisa
Level I/II Belly Dance Wednesdays 7:30-8:45pm,
Reduced price with pre-registration, pre-registration required
Contact: 978.937.7937,
moonlightdjs@aol.com or visit www.moonlightdjs.com
Description: Bellydancing
is an exciting Middle Eastern dance, relying on moves handed
down generation to generation from ancient times to the present.
You will learn the beautiful and spectacular veil dance, slow
and fast body isolations and rhythms. You will learn slow figure
8’s of the entire body, hips and torso, as well as soft
and flowing hand and arm moves. In this class you will learn
how to put together your own routine and develop your own style.
Improve muscle
tone and flexibility, gain body awareness and self-confidence,
and get quite a workout! This is a fun, friendly class. All
body types and ages welcome!
Clothing: Wear comfortable
clothing that smoothes the midriff; leggings or flowing skirt
with tank top. All students will need a chiffon veil (approx cost
$20) by the third class; finger cymbals suggested for the advanced
beginner. Pre-registration required. STREET
SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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Johara
Beginning 1 & 2 Middle Eatern Bellydance Thursdays
6:00-7:00pm, pre-registration suggested, $13 for drop-ins
Contact: 617-780-8890,
email johara@joharasnakedance.com, or visit www.joharasnakedance.com
Description: From
slow and sensual to fast and fiery, Bellydance takes the body
on a passionate journey. This dance is for women and men of
all ages and body types who want to experience this journey,
tone their bodies, and learn new movements and rhythms derived
from the Middle and Near East.
Clothing: Wear comfortable
clothing that smooths the midriff such as leggings or Indian
skirt with tank top. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO
AT ANY TIME.
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Johara
Intermediate Middle Eastern Bellydance
Thursdays 7:00-8:00pm, pre-registration suggested,
$13 for drop-ins
Contact: 617-780-8890,
email johara@joharasnakedance.com, or visit www.joharasnakedance.com
Description: From
slow and sensual to fast and fiery, Bellydance takes the body
on a passionate journey. This dance is for women and men of
all ages and body types who have some previous belly dance
experience and want to learn more advanced movements and rhythms
derived from the Middle and Near East.
Clothing: Wear
comfortable clothing that smooths the midriff such as leggings
or Indian skirt with tank top. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED
IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
MODERN
Daniel McCusker
Intermediate Modern Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:30-11:00am,
$8/class
Contact: Dance
Complex 617-547-9363
Clothing: Dance attire,
bare feet. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY
TIME.
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Diane Arvanites-Noya
& Tommy Neblett
Advanced/Intermediate Modern Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays
10:00-11:30am, $10/class
Contact: www.prometheusdance.org
, (617) 576-5336
Description: Tuesdays
& Fridays (Diane) the choreography builds… Choreography
from Tuesday's class will be expanded on Friday. Thursdays (Tommy)
the choreography is different each week.
Class concentrates on proper alignment, use of breath, quality
of structural form, oppositional energy, moving through space,
directional changes, fall and recovery, speed and performance
quality.
Clothing: Dance attire,
bare feet. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY
TIME.
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Diane Arvanites-Noya
& Tommy Neblett
Modern 55+ Wednesdays 11:00 am -12:30 pm, $10/class
Contact: www.prometheusdance.org
, (617) 576-5336
Description: A modern
technique class offering combination suitable for older dancers.
Continuous warm-up begins each class. The class incorporates
some improvisation.
Clothing: Bare feet,
comfortable dance clothes. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY
STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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Jean Appolon
Modern Technique (Adv. Beginner & Intermediate),
Sundays 11:00am-12:30pm, $13.00/class
Contact: 718.596.6330,
www.JeanAppolon.com
Class description:
Geared towards advanced beginner to intermediate level dancers.
Class will teach a mixture of Horton and Contemporary genres
to develop technique and core strength. Original choreography
blending Modern, Jazz, African, and Caribbean dance genres will
assist the dancer in realizing the potential of these techniques
in motion.
Clothing: Choice
of sweat pants, leggings, leotards, comfortable dance clothing,
bare feet.
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Rozann Kraus
Easy Modern Monday 9:30-11:00am, $9/class.
Contact: The Dance
Complex 617-547-9363 X15
Description: Award
winning dancer/choreographer, Rozann Kraus, teaches Easy Modern.
With her eclectic blend of modern dance techniques and humor,
Kraus is gearing this class to novice, rusty, and recalcitrant
dancers.
Clothing: Loose and
comfortable; barefoot. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO
AT ANY TIME.
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Rozann Kraus
Low Intermediate Modern Wednesdays 6:00-7:30pm, $9/class
Contact: The Dance
Complex 617-547-9363 X15
Description: Modern
dance that is fun, challenging, engaging, illuminating, mind-boggling,
and additive free. Taught by award winning choreographer Rozann
Kraus.
Clothing: Loose and
comfortable; leotard and tights; barefoot. STREET SHOES ARE
NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
Tap
Dance
Maureen Cosgrove
Level 1 (CCAE) Thursdays 6:00-7:00pm, $13/class
NOTICE: Please call
617.236.4759 for exact class session dates.
Contact: (617) 236-4759
Description: The
classes are all workshop format (workshop times are from 10-14
weeks, generally). Students may join at anytime. It is possible
to catch up even when joining mid-workshop since notation and
music are available. (Notation is free.) Also the atmospheres
of the classes are friendly and non-competitive, making the
new comer feel welcome. A single class can be taken at any time,
after which time students need to commit to the workshop ($12/class
when taken as a workshop w/make-up classes, pro-rating, and
payment plans available).
Clothing: Comfortable
exercise-type clothing, pants short enough to see ankles (or
rolled up). Tap shoes are not required for the first class or
two (wear shoes in which you can stand on the ball of your feet).
STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.
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Maureen Cosgrove
Tap Level 2 Thursdays 7:30-8:30pm, $13/class
NOTICE: Please call
617.236.4759 for exact class session dates.
Contact: (617)
236-4759
Description: The
classes are all workshop format (workshop times are from 10-14
weeks, generally). Students may join at anytime. It is possible
to catch up even when joining mid-workshop since notation and
music are available. (Notation is free.) Also the atmospheres
of the classes are friendly and non-competitive, making the
new comer feel welcome. A single class can be taken at any time,
after which time students need to commit to the workshop ($12/class
when taken as a workshop w/make-up classes, pro-rating, and
payment plans available).
Clothing: Comfortable
exercise-type clothing, pants short enough to see ankles (or
