Weekly and Workshop Classes

WHAT CLASS LEVEL IS RIGHT FOR YOU??

Afro-Caribbean Dance and Movement unites dance, rhythm, and song. The class creates an environment and dance community that nurtures, heals, renews, and inspires the body and spirit. The class was listed in New York magazine's "The Best of New York", New York Confidential and was also written up in New York Woman's "Time Out". An Open Level class is offered on a drop-in basis.

Ballet involves barre work, center exercises and movement combinations. Students will focus on technique and placement, while emphasizing musicality. Beginning classes are offered as part of our workshop series and ongoing classes. Beginning/Intermediate through Advanced classes are offered on a drop-in basis.

Indian Dance (Beg) uses a contemporary approach to learning the classical Indian dance style of bharata natyam. Begins with warming and loosening the joints, followed by yoga-based stretches, basic exercises of bharata natyam and traveling steps. Classes work toward learning an original dance combination focusing on the principles of the form including its sculpturesque body lines and rhythmic footwork to an eclectic mix of Indian music. This class is not currently offered. To receive class schedule announcements and updates please join our mailing list.

Jazz/Hip-Hop Dance introduces students to syncopated rhythms, body isolations, and class jazz/hip-hop moves. A Beginning class is offered as part of our workshop series.

Modern Dance involves elements of floor work, center exercises, and combinations while emphasizing the weight of the body and its relationship to space and gravity. Students work on strength, flexibility and coordination. Beginning and Beginning / Intermediate are offered. Intermediate/Advance and Advance are offered on a drop-in basis.

Parent/Toddler Movement Workshop is a 45-minute class with live musical accompaniment which incorporates dance, singing, instruments, and games into a partner workshop with child and parent or caregiver. Full participation of the adult with the child supports bonding, modeling, language, movement development, great fun and play! All classes taught by Joy Voelker.

Pilates is based on a series of core-strengthening exercises created by Joseph Pilates. These exercises use muscle control, breathing techniques, imagery and postural alignment to strengthen the entire body. The beginning Pilates Mat class is a thoughtful, non-threatening approach to these exercises and other movement. There is an emphasis on range of motion, as well as intensive work on abdominal muscles. An Open Level class is offered on a drop-in basis. Beginning classes are offered as part of our workshop series.

Rhythm and Motion Dance Workout draws from hip-hop, jazz, African, Latin, and modern dance forms, and is accompanied by an eclectic mix of international and popular music. The Rhythm & Motion Dance Workout develops fitness through the joy of dance and creative physical self-expression. An Open Level Open Level class is offered on a drop-in basis. View the official website

Salsa covers the basics of salsa dancing in the traditional New York On 2 style. Classes will include stretching, body isolations, and styling techniques. Focus will be on open shines (footwork) and basic partnerwork skills. Previous dance experience and partner not required. Note: Character shoes for women, leather sole shoes for men are recommended. Street shoes not allowed. Beginning classes are offered as part of our workshop series.

Tango covers the following fundamentals: Balance (posture, tango walk), rhythms (single and double-time), connection (communicating with torso, tango embrace), leading and following techniques, technical control, musicality, and styles. Partner not required. A Beginning class is offered as part of our workshop series. An Intermediate class is also offered as part of our workshop series and covers a specific style requiring previous experience (at least one beginner session). NOTE: Please wear shoes that allow you to pivot. Character shoes, leather sole shoes for men are recommended. Street shoes not allowed.

Tap Dance introduces students to basic tap dance technique focusing on rhythm and musicality. Introductory and Advanced Beginning/Intermediate classes are offered as part of our workshop series.

West African Dance (Djembe) focuses on dances from West Africa (e.g. Senegal, Mali) that are danced to Djembe drums. Beginning and Intermediate classes are offered on a drop-in basis.

Yoga (Open Level) is a system of exercises designed to promote physical and mental well-being. Students learn a series of postures and poses, while focusing on proper breathing. Two different Open Level classes are offered on a drop-in basis.

ZUMBA® is a dance-based fitness class using international music and steps – Salsa, Cumbia, Merengue, Swing, Tango, Samba, Reggaeton (Latin/Funk), and more. Nonstop energetic routines feature intervals with fast and slow rhythms in addition to resistance training. No partner or previous dance experience required. Recommended attire includes comfortable workout clothes and sneakers with non-marking soles. An Open Level class is offered on a drop-in basis.

Special Programs

18th Century Dance Classes

taught by members of The New York Baroque Dance Company
the first Saturday of every month
3:00-4:30pm
Ages 13 and up are welcome to join.

Members of The New York Baroque Dance Company teach classes covering dance forms found in dance suites of the late 17th and 18th centuries. Live music accompanies every class. No previous experience required.

This class is open to professional dancers, teachers, students, musicians, singers, actors, and dance enthusiasts. Expand your circle of friends as you meet new people and learn the proper way to offer a hand during the minuet or how to cut a caper in the jig!

Please wear flexible dance shoes, no street shoes are allowed. Casual dance or exercise clothing is recommended.