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Ballet
Mondays, 9/13/2010 - 10/18/2010, 6:00 - 7:15 P.M. (6 classes)
Members: $66 | Non-Members: $72
Instructor: Jennifer Yackel

Mondays, 10/25/2010 - 11/29/2010, 6:00 - 7:15 P.M. (6 classes)
Members: $66 | Non-Members: $72
Instructor: Jennifer Yackel

This class will begin at the barre and progress to the center, moving across floor combinations.  While using traditional ballet technique and terminology, this class will also stress natural, healthy placement of the body, musicality, flow, and artistry.  The teacher employs a very hands-on approach in her teaching, allowing students to focus on their individual progress.  This class is for students ages 15 and up.


Modern Dance
Mondays, 9/13/2010 - 10/18/2010, 7:30 - 8:45 P.M. (6 classes)
Members: $66 | Non-Members: $72
Instructor: Jennifer Yackel

Mondays, 10/25/2010 - 11/29/2010, 7:30 – 8:45 P.M. (6 classes)
Members: $66 | Non-Members: $72
Instructor: Jennifer Yackel

This class will use the concepts of suspension, gravity, energy, and counter-balance.  It will explore these concepts through floor work, a standing warm-up, and dance phrases that give students a chance to really move.  The class will utilize sounds and rhythm to help students better understand the nuance of movement. 

Ashtanga Yoga
Wednesdays, 9/1/2010 - 10/13/2010, 5:30 - 6:45 P.M. No class 9/8.
Wednesdays, 10/20/2010 - 12/1/2010, 5:30 - 6:45 P.M. No class 11/24.
Wednesdays, 12 /8/2010 - 1/19/2010, 5:30 - 6:45 P.M. No class 12/22.
Members: $66 | Non-Members: $72
Instructor: Diane Simpson

Learn about the basics of Ashtanga, also known as Power Yoga.  The course will cover breath, bandhas (energy locks), meditation.  Students will learn Sun Salutations and begin to learn the asanas (postures) in the Primary Series of Ashtanga Yoga.  This class will move more slowly than a typical Ashtanga class, allowing participants to develop skills necessary for future Ashtaga/Vinyassa Flow classes.


Yoga Class Card
Wednesdays, 9/1/2010 - 1/5/2011, 5:30 - 6:45 P.M.
Members: $104| Non-Members: $112
Instructor: Diane Simpson

Having trouble fitting yoga into your busy or erratic schedule?  The Arts Center is now offering an 8 session class cards!  Buy a card and use it for any 8 yoga classes of your choosing, through January 2011.


Free Nia Class!
Thursday, 9/23/10, 5:30 - 6:45 P.M.
Instructor: Carol Lennon

Curious about nia? Come to this free class to get a taste for the energetic, fun, group fitness experience! Learn about the upcoming classes, and meet other students. Join the party! Registration is required for this course. Call 273-0552 x 231.


Nia
Thursdays, 9/30/2010 - 11/4/2010, 5:30 - 6:45 P.M.
Thursdays, 11/11/2010 - 12/30/2010, 5:30 - 6:45 P.M.
Members: $66 | Non-Members: $72 | Studio Fee: $0
Instructor: Carol Lennon

Nia is an energetic, creative and soulful movement practice that combines dance, and other heart pumping movements with popular and global music. Nia supports the pleasure principal: If it feels good, do it! In this convenient "after-work" schedule, it's guaranteed to give your body, mind and spirit a lift, raising your heart rate and feeling joy within.


Zumba
Mondays, 9/13/2010 - 10/18/2010, 9:30 A.M. - 10:15 A.M. (6 classes)
Fridays, 9/24/2010 - 10/29/2010, 9:30 A.M. - 10:15 A.M. (6 classes)
Mondays, 10/25/2010 - 11/29/2010, 9:30 A.M. - 10:15 A.M. (6 classes)
Fridays, 10/29/2010 - 12/10/2010, 9:30 A.M. - 10:15 A.M. (6 classes)
Members: $41 | Non-Members: $44
Instructor: Christine Sarratori

Zumba fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that will make you want to work out, love working out, get hooked. Zumba students can attain long-term benefits while experiencing an absolute blast in one exciting session of calorie-burning, body-energizing, awe-inspiring movements meant to engage and captivate for life! Add some Latin flavor and international zest into the mix and you've got a Zumba class! It's the best party around.


Belly Dance Basics with Habiba
Tuesdays, 9/14/2010 - 10/19/2010, 6:00 - 7:00 P.M. (6 classes)
Members: $66 | Non-Members: $72
Instructor: Donna Tritico

Tuesdays, 10/26/2010 - 11/30/2010, 6:00 - 7:00 P.M. (6 classes)
Members: $66 | Non-Members: $72
Instructor: Donna Tritico

Glide across the floor with elegance as your frame your body with beautiful hand and arm movements; learn shimmies both soft and powerful; hypnotic movements of the hips such as figure eights, mayas and undulations. Set to the exiting rhythms of North Africa and the Middle East, students will learn a fun choreography incorporating these techniques. Belly dancing is a great low-impact workout, suitable for beginners and women of all ages.


Beginning Swing Dance, Lindy Hop and Blues
Tuesdays, 9/21/2010 - 10/26/2010, 7:30 - 8:45 P.M. (6 classes)
Members: $66 | Non-Members: $72
Instructor: Jason Fenton

Tuesdays, 11/2/2010 - 12/7/2010, 7:30 - 8:45 P.M. (6 classes)
Members: $66 | Non-Members: $72
Instructor: Jason Fenton

This class is geared toward beginners who have never tried or want to expand their swing dancing repertoire.  Steps will focus on uptempo beats of fast Swing, Jump Blues and Rockabilly music.  The beginner Lindy Hop and Blues sections will cover more technical eight-count Lindy Hop and Charleston Steps with some easy and safe aerials.  Some previous swing dance experience is helpful, but not necessary.  No partner is required.


Latin Dance
Wednesdays, 10/6/2010 - 11/10/2010, 7:00 - 8:00 P.M. (6 classes)
Members: $66 | Non-Members: $72
Instructor: Juan Soler

Learn to dance like a star!  Feel the rhythm and learn the basic steps, turns, moves of Latin dance, focusing specifically on salsa, bachata, and merengue.  This style emphasizes efficiency of movement, elegance, and body isolations with a spicy kick.  So strike up the congas, and let's dance! No partner required.


Hip Hop Dance
Saturdays, 10/9/2010 - 11/20/2010, 10:30 - 11:45 A.M. (6 classes)
Members: $66 | Non-Members: $72
Instructor: Nadine Medina
No class 10/16

This class will focus on the high energy and upbeat sounds and moves of modern hip-hop.  Dancers will learn to feel comfortable in their own bodies and will be encouraged to add their own sense of style into the choreography.  Each class will begin with a focus on stretches, isolated movements to enhance individual style, and simple hip-hop warm-up moves, ending with a learned choreographed routine.  Individual dancers will be encouraged to reach levels appropriate for their needs and exhibited comfort level.