Class Descriptions

This class is for adult dancers with some experience and a basic understanding of dance vocabulary. The class explores a full understanding of the spine, expanded vocabulary, alignment, and musicality through full bodied phrases. The class will expand the dancer’s qualitative range and investigate nuance and detail for greater depth in performance. Personal feedback, friendly atmosphere !

Payment is by cash or check made out to: Weber Dance at first class or
Online Registration available at http://www.weberdance.com/classes-and-workshops.html

$100 for session or $17 for drop ins

Mondays 7:30-9:00pm March 18-May 13th (no class on patriots day)

Intermediate/Advanced Modern (Rebecca Rice)

Classes focus on developing technical, theatrical performers and build strong, musical and organic movers. Influences range from Bill Evans/ Limon-based modern, Gerri Houlihan, Laban Effort Shape & various Pilates and Evan’s-based floor work. Included will be Modern floor barre, standing center barre, full, contemporary movement & new choreographic ideas. Attention to working with challenging rhythms in order to build strong musicality will be stressed as well as attention to movement that builds virtuosity of technique and creative self-expression. To register or for info email riceflan@gmail.com.

Tuesdays 5:45-7:15pm - Begins April – Drop-ins $18

Intermediate Modern Technique (Jody Weber) & *Community Performance Group

Intermediate modern is a challenging class for dancers with experience. The class focuses on a deep understanding of the body and incorporates ideas from Limon, Cunningham and Graham techniques. Dancers will move through a warm-up that builds strength and clarifies alignment followed by extended phrases which are rhythmically and physically challenging. The class also focuses on performance quality, focus and presence. Generous atmosphere and live music.

* The performance group rehearses after technique class ends from 7:30-8:30 and is by invitation. Interested dancers should contact the instructor at weberdance@rcn.com

Payment is by cash or check made out to: Weber Dance at first class or
Online Registration available at http://www.weberdance.com/classes-and-workshops.html

$115 for session or $17 for drop ins

Wednesdays from 6:00-7:30 March 20th-May 15th

Introduction to Modern (Sarah Mae Gibbons)

Intro to modern dance is a class that looks at modern dance through the methods of technique, improvisation and composition. Each class includes warm-up, floor work and across the floor sequences. In this way we will explore weight, suspension, release, strength, flexibility and creativity. Exercises and combinations encourage comfort and understanding of personal movement vocabulary.

No prior experience necessary. Email: smgibbons.72@gmail.com for information

Session April 18- May 30th (no class May 23rd) Thursdays 6:30-7:30 - $10 drop-in

Intermediate/Advanced Modern (Nicole Pierce)

This is a fast-moving class for experienced dancers. We will explore technical problems through a mix of classical & idiosyncratic movement vocabularies. Pierce is known for long phrases of challenging, inventive, textural movement, as well as keen musicality and rhythm. While she enjoys pushing technique and mental acuity, she nurtures an atmosphere of levity and acceptance in order to encourage creative interpretation and the development of one’s own voice. Warm-up is thorough and relevant to the class work. Live guitar, voice & drums by Jerry Bussiere Pierce and accompanist Jerry Bussiere have worked together for over 15 years and enjoy working in unusual rhythms at many tempos. Never the same class twice! Lots of new material every week.

Thursdays 6:00-7:30pm – Ongoing – $17/drop-ins

Intermediate/Advanced Modern (Marcus Schulkind)

Using the concepts of contract/release, drop/flow, weightedness, and aerial precision, this class consists of floorwork, center work, a barre, and combinations that use the founding principles of modern dance and evolve them to the present. Live music!

Fridays 9:30-11:30am – Ongoing – $17.50/drop-in

Moving Target Series (Various Guest Teachers)

All moving target classes integrate improvisation with technique(s) rooted in pomo/release technique, somatic forms, martial arts, more. Class series is curated by Lauren Simpson and Annie Kloppenberg. We bring fabulous OOT (out-of-town) teachers and EQUALLY FABULOUS in-town teachers. MT is also about developing community around physical inquiry as a shared experience with class givers and class takers. Please feel free to contact us with questions. http://movingtargetboston.wordpress.com/

Saturdays 1:00 – 3:00pm – Ongoing - 5 class card or drop-in. Check website for rates.

BALLET

Back to the Marley (Marcus Schulkind)

A connective tissue placement class utilizing Marcus’ 47 years of movement principles, to align and revitalize the fascia and muscles, utilizing meridian energies and muscular skeletal exercises. All levels.

Fridays 8:30-9:30am, Saturday & Sunday 10-11am – Ongoing – $15/drop-in

Intermediate/Advanced Ballet (Marcus Schulkind)

First hour: traditional ballet barre stressing placement, line, musicality, and groundedness. Second hour: adagio, turning phrases, petite allegro, And grand allegro. Live music.

Saturdays & Sundays 11am-1pm – Ongoing – $12/barre $17.50/full class

Intermediate/Advanced Ballet (Dean Vollick)

An intermediate/advanced ballet class comprised of barre, centre and traveling exercises that are designed to fine tune balance, coordination, and musicality. A challenging class to help any dancer stay in shape, or to prepare for a day of rehearsals. Live music!

Wednesdays 10-11:30am – Ongoing - $15/drop-in

MOVEMENT TRAINING & IMPROVISATION

Pilates Mat Class (Helena Chang)

Class will consist of simple, targeted exercises with a deep internal focus, geared
towards making your body stronger, healthier, and more balanced. Results typically
include: heightened body awareness and energy, increased ease/range of movement,
decompression of areas such as the hip flexors and lumbar spine, pain reduction and
effortless improvements in alignment/posture. Non-dancers and dancers are welcome.
Come ready to focus, explore, and discover!

Month of February – Introduction to Pilates Mat: will deliver a bit more instruction
regarding body placement and proper execution of the exercises. Perfect for those who
are new to pilates, new to Helena, and/or coming back from a break!

Wednesdays 8:30-9:30am studio 1- (NO CLASS 4/17)

Rates: $20 drop-in $85 5-class card $140 10-class card

Email hmchang@comcast.net for more information

JAZZ & HIP HOP

Int. Modern/Jazz (Andy Taylor-Blenis)

Intermediate modern jazz focuses on body alignment, core strength-building and an expanding dance vocabulary using a variety of modern and Jazz styles and techniques.

Wednesdays 7:30-9:30pm – Ongoing – $15/drop-in

Hip Hop (Tarikh Campbell)

Prior dance experience is encouraged, but not required! This advanced hip hop class focuses on executing movements with precision, directing power to different parts of the body, and channeling the attitude of the music. Main styles are swagger, romance, and isolation. Be ready to sweat!

Saturdays 4:00-5:00pm – Ongoing – $5/drop-in; email tcamp09@alum.mit.edu

CHILDREN’S DANCE

Creative Dance (Katie Dealy)

Children’s classes combine strong technical skills with a nurturing creative environment. Classes engage imagination, employ props, storytelling and elementary technique. Register (617)-323-6376.

Wednesday 2:45-3:45pm, Ages 2-4 – Pre-registration Required, please call.

Tuesday 11:45- 12.15 – Pre-registration Required, please call.

Recently Announced Summer Session Wednesday 11am -12 noon May 1st-june 6th June 26th

Tuesdays June 18th -July 30th (no class July 2nd) – Pre-registration Required

Music Together (Groovy Baby Music)

Music & movement classes for children newborn to age 5 and their parents. Sing, dance, play instruments, & learn about your child’s music development. Our teachers are experienced educators and professional musicians. CDs, Songbook, and Parent Guide included.

Wednesdays 10- 11am –May 1st-June 26th

Pre-registration Required – Register at groovybabymusic.com

LATIN DANCE

Salsa: Beginning/Intermediate (Matei Livianu)

Master the fundamentals of Salsa while learning combinations and footwork in a fun environment. Focus on the basic steps and technique including essential rhythm, leading/following, isolation, and more. Adv.Beginning & Intermediate Series:

Preregistration Required Email info@salsamatei.com for info.

Advanced Beginner Salsa (Level 2) – 7:30-8:30pm – Ongoing – $14/drop in

Intermediate Salsa (Level 3) – 8:30-9:30pm – Ongoing – $14/drop in

TRADITIONAL DANCE/ECLECTIC
Balkan Dance (Peter Petrov)

Students will learn traditional dances from the Balkans. Lovely and energetic dances in ancient and modern styles. All levels welcome. For info call (617) 840-2362

Mondays 6:30 – 9pm – Ongoing

Middle Eastern Dance & BellyDance (Najmat)

Tuesdays 6-7:30pm –Pre-Registration Required – Call (617) 775-9898 to register

Hawaiian Dance (Marta Moussa)

This is an intermediate level class in which students work on hula technique & repertoire. A variety of traditional and ‘auana(modern) hulas are taught. For information on beginner classes email polynesiandancearts@yahoo.com.

Wednesdays 6-7:30pm – Pre-registration Required – Call (781)721-1080 to register.

West African (Paa Seck)

Yeumougor “Paa” Seck Diery is a dancer from Kaolack, Senegal. He teaches the dances and rhythms called Sabar, the popular dance of Senegal, West Africa. Paa grew up in a griot family and began learning dancing and drumming at age 3 with his father. He has toured and performed in Europe, Japan, United States, and many countries in Africa. His classes start with a thorough warm up, followed by choreography that is broken down section by section, focusing on technique, execution and comprehension of the Sabar rhythms. The class then follows the African Dance Class format of dancing with live drummers. Paa’s style of teaching is clear, clean and precise, filled with the warmth, enthusiasm and the unique stylistic qualities that are found in the traditional and contemporary styles of Sabar. His expertise as a drummer, musician and dance performer make the classes a fun and thorough learning experience. All levels of students are welcome.

Fridays 7:30-9pm studio 1 – Email paaseckd@live.com for more information

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