Contemporary Dance
Level 1 Ages 8-10
Level 2 Ages 10-12
Level 2.5 Ages 11-13
These classes are perfect for those students who love to create their own dances! We use a warm up that includes yoga, modern dance technique, breath work, and basic plies. The second half of the class is geared at giving students specific improvisation exercises which develop strength, focus, and an increased movement vocabulary. We also play games that involve weight sharing and partner work. We end by exploring group and solo choreography and composition. The emphasis in this class is on developing specific techniques that can be used to then create dances that express oneself in a joyful and authentic way.
See dress code below.
*Minimum enrollment: 6 students
Contemporary Dance is currently not available
Instructor: Sharon Penz
If you have any questions please contact us.
Dress Code
Leotard: Student’s choice
Tights: Black or pink Knee pads (ask for our recommendation), black pants, T-shirt
Shoes: Black Apollo shocks, Alpha model
Hair: pony tail, braids, bun
Optional: Skirt, leg warmers, wrap sweater, with the permission of instructor
Form fitting shirt, color of choice, black jazz pants or leggings, socks, black jazz shoes
Loose hair, loose fitting sweaters and pants, boxer shorts, pajama pants, distracting jewelry, chewing gum, NO STREET CLOTHES!