Class Descriptions

Bellydance classes are fun and rewarding allowing you to get in shape, develop an appreciation of Middle Eastern dance music and culture. Classes are open to students of all ages, genders and body types.

Dance for Parkinson’s is designed specifically for individuals with Parkinson’s Disease and their spouses, family members and care givers. Classes will integrate various movement forms such as ballet, modern, folk dance, improvisation and  rhythmic dance styles to engage participants in an aesthetic experience that develops artistry while addressing various PD specific concerns such as balance, flexibility, coordination, isolation and depression.

Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement  focuses on comfortable, easy, structured movement explorations that involve thinking, sensing, moving and imagining. All levels welcome.

Mat & Ball Class blends physical therapy, functional fitness and Pilates utilizing a mat and physioball. Beginner - Intermediate level.

Mat Intensive is a deep, slow guidance through mat repertoire. Hands on corrections. All levels welcome.  Limited to 5 participants. Reservations required.
 
Tai Chi for Health is an ancient Chinese exercise system that is proven to enhance balance and improve physical and mental well-being. This class uses gentle Tai Chi exercises that are safe, easy to learn, and suitable for everyone.

Intro to Tai Chi for Health is a 6 week series for new practitioners or those looking for a refresher. In this series, we will explore foundational postures and movements to gain understanding and comfort with the exercises. 

Pilates/BodyMind Centering/Breathe! Level 2 is a complete exercise class that combines the best of many forms of movement - Pilates core muscle and ligament exercises, specific embodiment work from BMC and breathwork from several sources.

HooteNanny is a music class for young people ages 0-5 and their grownups. For more information, please visit www.hootenannyfamily.com.

Garden of Verses  (45 minutes, ages 2-3) with the Center Dance offers a gentle, joyful introduction to creative movement for toddlers and their caregivers. Storybook pages spring to life as children reimagine timeless classics and embody beloved characters; props, instruments and costumes enhance the magic.

Word Play (45 minutes, ages 3-7) with the Center Dance. In this class, students leap, prance and spin their way through the world of children's literature. Using picture books, fairy tales and poetry, children are introduced to the fundamentals of creative movement and narrative dance.  
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Story Ballet (45 minutes, ages 3-7) with the Center Dance invites young dancers to explore the world of ballet through an imaginative lens. ​Using imagery and and stories as inspiration, students will engage with the vocabulary and principles of classical ballet.