Teen/Adult Dance Classes
We offer classes in Abs, Arabian Nights/Middle Eastern Dances, Afro-Brazilian,
Ballet, Belly Dance, Breakdance, Contemporary, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical,
Middle Eastern Aerobics, Musical Theatre, Turns, JUmps and Leaps, and
Zumba. Join us in the exciting world of dance for teens, and adults.
Please contact us if you're interested
in joining a class or, teaching a class.
Classes: ABS | Arabian
Nights - Dances of the East | Afro
Brazilian | Ballet | Belly
Dance and Tribal Belly Dance | Breakdance
| Broadway Jazz | Contemporary
Dance | Hip Hop |
Jazz | Lyrical
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Musical Theatre |
Self-Defense (RAPESAFE) | Turns, Leaps and Jumps | Zumba Fitness
A.B.S. - Abs, back and stretch
| Class |
Description |
| Abs |
This gut-wrenching workout focuses on the body’s core (abdomen,
butt, back, and gluteals), and thighs. Exercises emphasizing proper
form and technique are used to promote core strength, stability,
tone, and definition. Weights, exercise tubes, and balls are the
tools used to get your body ready for the holidays and beyond. Come
prepared to work hard and feel strong! The last 10 minutes will
be devoted to flexibility training. All fitness levels welcome.
Please bring a mat, a pair of dumbells, and water. Please wear comfortable
workout attire/athletic shoes. |
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ARABIAN NIGHTS - DANCEs OF THE EAST
| Class |
Description |
| Arabian Nights - /Dance of the East |
Enter the magical world of “1001 Nights” and bring the fairy tale
stories to life. You’ll learn the exotic culture and dances of ancient
Arabia, Egypt, Turkey, and Persia. Lose yourself in the intoxicating,
swirling dances of the Arabian gypsies. Step inside a Pharoah’s
dream and learn the sensuous dance of the veils. Envision youself
as the Queen or Sultan dancing with a sword. Weave a spell of enchantment
by playing the instruments of the ancient Gods and Goddesses of
the East such as finger cymbals and bells.
In this class, you’ll be introduced to the beautiful and elegant
art form of Middle Eastern dances such as Belly Dance/Tribal Belly
Dance, Egyptian (both ancient and modern), Turkish, Gypsy and
Modern/Folk Persian. You will develop strength, proper posture,
and flexibility through various dance forms including ballet,
folk, and belly dance. As the class progresses, appropriate props
will be introduced and students will learn a structured choreography.
Students will occasionally have the opportunity to have free dance
times and will have the opportunity to create their own dance
choreography and show it to class. |
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AFRO-BRAZILIAN
| Class |
Description |
| Beginning Afro-Brazilian |
Time for an aerobic challenge? Cristina will get you moving while
introducing the basics of Afro-Brazilian Dance with visualization
and warm-up exercises, creative movement, rhythm, and music. She
will provide a rigorous cardiovascular workout and students will
explore the arts and tradition of Brazilian beats and have a lot
of fun in the process. Afro-Brazilian Dance is a great body builder.
It improves flexibility, enhances strength, sharpens the mind-muscle
link and mental focus. Every single Afro-Dance movement involves
the whole body!
This class is for anyone just beginning to learn Samba to more
advanced dancers interested in performing. Cristina teaches a
wide variety of Samba from the old traditional Samba of the Kabolo
Indians, to the traditional Afoxe style of Bahia, to the modern
Carnival style dances being performed in Brazil today. She returns
to Brazil at least twice a year to keep current on the latest
dance steps and music, but she is dedicated to preserving and
carrying on the traditional old-style sambas. These classes are
lively, friendly, fast. and the music is always HOT! Wear dance
or exercise attire; jazz shoes or ballet shoes are recommended. |
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Ballet
| Class |
Description |
| Beginning Ballet |
This class, intended for the "true" beginner, begins
with basic positions at barre and center and progresses to movements
across the floor. These classes are for the adult student with no
previous dance experience. It is an introduction to basic skills
with emphasis on strength, flexibility, and musicality. |
| Beginning/Intermediate Ballet |
A basic technical class with a focus on the fundamentals of ballet,
line, etiquette, musicality, and how the classical balletic positions
of the body will influence the dancer at all levels of their training.
All levels are invited because it can be a nice "warm-up"
for the int/adv dancers.
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BELLY DANCE
| Class |
Description |
| Belly Dance |
Want to shake it like Shakira? Check out Maria's Beginning Belly
Dance class on Tuesday at 8:45 pm. This class will introduce students
to the beautiful and elegant art form of Middle Eastern belly dance
while building strength, flexibility and great muscle control. Students
will learn the proper posture, isolation technique, belly dance
steps and moves, and choreographies. Each class also includes cardio
and stretch warm-up, drills and dance combinations - a good workout
guaranteed!
The class focuses on technique, although musical interpretation
and performance skills will be taught as well. As a class progresses,
finger cymbals, veil and other props will be introduced. Great way
to stay in shape and gain self-confidence, in a relaxed and fun
environment! |
Tribal Fusion
Belly Dance |
Tribal Fusion Belly Dance is a style of Belly Dance that combines
folkloric and contemporary dance moves from the West and Middle
East. In this class you will experience basic techniques, various
turns, snaky moves, and routines performed to various tribal and
world music as well as practicing expression and improvisations
skills. Props like swords, veils, scarves and canes will be incorporated.
This class is a low-impact fitness class that will help you develop
strength and flexibility while celebrating beauty and femininity.
Bring a hip scarf if you have one.
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BReakdance
| Class |
Description |
| Breakdance |
Breakdance is an athletic dance form which uses a great deal
of floor work. The movements and weight changes are often supported
by the arms. Also it includes poppin', lockin', and works on top
rock, bottom rock, techs and power moves. |
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BROADWAY JAZZ
| Class |
Description |
| Broadway Jazz |
This class offers a Broadway style, Fosse-inspired routine
reminiscent of the movie "Chicago" that incorporates slinky moves,
quick isolations, rolling shoulders, and sleek, thrusting movements.
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CONTEMPORARY DANCE
| Class |
Description |
| Contemporaty Dance |
A Martha Graham based class to strengthen the body and build
endurance for the mind and spirit of the dancer. With a focus on
time, space, rhythm, and partnering skills (the give and take of
body weight from one dancer to another), we explore abstract gestures
and organic movement through choreographic phrasing. An opportunity
for the dancer to engage their technical skills and their creativity.
This is a class specifically designed for the beg/int student, but
we encourage the advanced student to come and join class at any
time. |
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Hip Hop
| Class |
Description |
| Beginning Hip Hop |
This class are designed for dancers with no prior experience.
The class includes a thorough warm-up, strength elements, hip hop
progressions, and a short routine The focus is placed mostly on
style and loosely on technique. |
| Beg/Int Hip Hop |
Learn to dance like you see in the latest. music video clips.
Students will learn technique, style and choreographed routine geared
toward a dance concert. Selected dancers will be invited to perform
in the Ariel Dance Productions' annual concert. |
| Intermediate Hip Hop |
A challenging Funk for your feet. The class covers street dance
moves such as: hip hop, popping, locking, hitting, jamming to name
a few. Don't be surprised if you find yourself being the center
of attention the next time you are groovin' on the dance floor at
your favorite club. |
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Jazz
| Class |
Description |
| Beg/Int Jazz |
This class is for students with some background in dance, although
not necessarily experience in jazz. Students will continue to work
on technique, balance, strength, coordination, jumps, turns, and
short combinations. |
| Intermediate Fusion Jazz |
This is a high-energy class that focuses on warm-up, across the
floor work, multiple turns, and complex dance combinations: Afro
Jazz, Hip Hop, Funk, Lyrical, Musical Theater, and Traditional styles.
Students can expect fun, high energy music, experienced teacher
and a great workout! |
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LYRICAL
| Class |
Description |
| Beginning Lyrical |
This class focuses on teaching dancers about creative expression
and it's a cross between Ballet and Jazz.. Our teachers achieve
this by instructing students to tell the story of a piece of music
through their movements. We recommend this class be taken in conjunction
with Ballet. |
| Beginning/Intermdiate Lyrical |
An opportunity for the dancer and the music to become one entity.
A combination of classical jazz, ballet, and contemporary technique
fused with what the dancer brings from within. A fantastic "introductory"
to the world of dance, but also a class for the intermediate, and
advanced student. All are welcome! |
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MUSICAL THEATRE
| Class |
Description |
| Musical Theatre |
A class with a focus on presentation and ensemble dancing to
musical shows such as "Chorus Line", "Hair",
"Rent", etc.... The class consists of a warm-up, progressions
with an emphasis on turns, positioning of the body, jumps, and moving
within the space and a routine. A class that prepares the dancer
for the stage. All are welcome! |
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SELF-DEFENSE (RAPESAFE)
| Class |
Description |
| Self-Defense (RAPESAFE) |
The RAPESAFE program, created by the Gracie family teaches women
the necessary tools to survive and escape a threatening situation.
RAPESAFE not only empowers a woman physically with simple, effective
techniques for an escape, but also psychologically and emotionally
by enabling her to maintain the presence of mind necessary to recognize
or create an opportunity to get away.
The techniques are designed to help any woman escape from her attacker,
whether she is on her feet or on the ground. The techniques of RAPESAFE
are not based on strikes, as are most other self-defense courses
for women. Strikes offer very little chance for success against
an assailant who is most likely going to be bigger, stronger and
capable of hitting back. Furthermore, they are useless on the ground,
which is where the attacker will usually carry out his assault.
The escape moves of RAPESAFE are based on leverage and technique
and do not require strength, speed or coordination. The philosophy
is that every woman, regardless of her age, size, strength, or fitness
level can learn to effectively defend herself against a physical
assault by practicing in an adrenaline-accelerated state. |
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TURNS, LEAPS AND JUMPS
| Class |
Description |
| Turns, Jumps and Leaps |
This class is designed for students to help you improve overall
dance performance and skill. You will learn challenging turns, leaps,
jumps, kicks and strengthening, and stretching activities. |
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ZUMBA FITNESS
| Class |
Description |
| Zumba Fitness |
This Zumba class incorporates nightclub moves from Latin dance
styles such as salsa, cha cha, cumbia, flamenco, reggaetone,samba,
merenge and hip hop. Students pump their legs, gyrate their hips,
slide and spin to a sensuous Latin beat. You can burn from 500 to
800 calories in a single class while toning your abs, buttocks,
legs and arms. The fun club dance steps and dynamic Latin rhythms
create a party-like atmosphere that will keep you coming back for
more! |
