6-Week Intro Series
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DETAILS:
Intro Series I features engaging classes taught by our talented Teaching Artists, allowing students to confidently start from scratch and master the fundamentals of a particular dance style in a progressive 6-week series.
Intro Series II is designed for students who have taken Intro Series I or are beginners with relatively little experience who want to continue to explore dance. Students have an opportunity to master next level fundamentals of a particular dance style in a progressive 6-week series.”
IMPORTANT NOTE
– After purchase, you should receive two emails, one with the purchase receipt and one email confirming which Intro Series you signed up for. If you have not received both emails, you are not confirmed and should reach out via email to adultprograms@mmdg.org to verify your registration.
– To cancel or transfer your Intro-Series registration, email adultprograms@mmdg.org up to 48 hours prior to the first class of the series. Cancellations made less than 48 hours prior to the first class of the series are non-transferrable and non-refundable. There are no make-up credits or pro-rated refunds for missed classes within a session.
– Waitlists will be closed 30 minutes before the start of class. If you opted into receiving communication from us, you will receive either a text or an email notifying you that you have been moved from the waitlist into the course
If you’re having trouble with registration, please call the Mark Morris Dance Center.
Intro to Intergenerational West African I
January 10 - February 14, 2026 | Saturdays 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
This class introduces participants of all ages to foundational movements and rhythms from various West African dance traditions. Through guided instruction and group practice, participants explore the cultural significance of dance in West African communities, engage with live or recorded traditional music, and experience movement as a form of connection across generations. The series emphasizes accessibility, cultural context, and shared learning, welcoming individuals and families with no prior dance experience.
- Teaching Artists Danielle Criss
Intro to Hip-Hop I
January 10 - February 14, 2026 | Saturdays 3:45 pm - 5:15 pm
For beginners with relatively little experience, this series is an introduction to Hip-Hop fundamentals. This is a great place to begin developing your skills in the basics of Hip-Hop dance including freestyle, popping, and locking in a non-competitive, fun environment.
- Teaching Artists Dalphe Morantus
Intro to Afro-Brazilian Orixá I
January 8 - February 12, 2026 | Thursdays 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
This series of classes is designed for students who are absolute beginners with relatively little experience with Afro Brazilian Orixá dance. Each week students will learn stories, rhythms, and symbology of an Afro Brazilian Orixá (Yoruba Deities of the candomblé tradition and spirits of nature). Through contemporary diasporic movement, students will be guided to embody their essence and connection to the elements.
- Adult Faculty Bianca Medina
Intro to Ballet II
January 8 - February 12, 2026 | Thursdays 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
This series of classes is designed for students who have taken Intro to Ballet or are beginners who have relatively little experience with Ballet and want to continue learning. It will consist of developing skills at the barre and center, as well as traveling exercise across the floor. You will gain a better understanding of terminology, alignment, balance, artistry, sequencing, and space. This class is a perfect place to continue your education in the fundamentals of ballet in a non-competitive, fun environment with live musical accompaniment.
- Teaching Artists Mica Bernas
Intro to Salsa I
January 6 - February 10, 2026 | Tuesdays 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
For absolute beginners with little to no experience, this class is the perfect introduction to the basics of salsa dancing in the NY on 2 style. The first 3 weeks will focus on shines (dancing alone) and preparation for the last 3 weeks where we will learn to dance socially with a partner. A great place for beginners to gain an understanding of footwork and basic partner work (both leading and following) in a fun, friendly, safe, and exciting environment. No partner needed.
- School Faculty Jillian Marzziotti
Intro to Contemporary I
January 6 - February 10, 2026 | Tuesdays 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
For absolute beginners with relatively little experience, this class is the perfect introduction to the fundamentals of contemporary dance. The beginning of an exploration of the totality of movement and form, as well as storytelling, dynamic rhythms and energetic release. This is a great series to develop your skill set in contemporary dance elements in a non-competitive, fun environment.
- Adult Faculty Bianca Medina
Intro to Tap I
January 5 - February 16, 2026 | Mondays 6:45 pm - 8:15 pm
For absolute beginners with relatively little experience, this series is an introduction to tap dance fundamentals. This is a great place to begin developing your skills in rhythm, syncopation, and musicality in a fun and non-competitive environment.
- Teaching Artists Yuka Kameda
Intro to Ballet I
January 5 - February 16, 2026 | Mondays 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
For absolute beginners with relatively little experience, this series is an introduction to ballet fundamentals. It will consist of developing skills at the barre and center, as well as traveling exercises across the floor. You will gain a better understanding of terminology, alignment, balance, artistry, sequencing, and space. This series is a perfect place to begin your education of the fundamentals of ballet in a non-competitive, fun environment with musical live accompaniment.
- Teaching Artists Tristan Grannum*