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Dance Instruction Classes

 

SPRING 2012 Classes

BALLROOM/ LATIN DANCING INTERNATIONAL

This course will provide you with the opportunity to learn the graceful modern ballroom dances such as the MODERN WALTZ, TANGO, and FOXTROT, as well as most popular hottest Latin Dances as SALSA, CHA -CHA-CHA, and SWING / JIVE. The course provides the foundation dance components, base timings/rhythms, key foot patterns and essential leading and following techniques. We start with basic partnering and single steps, and advance to more difficult steps and variations. It is a necessary social grace that fills a need in both the business world and on a personal level. Have a fun and great workout! A partner is helpful but not mandatory.

NO CLASS SCHEDULED ON THURSDAY JUNE 14TH DUE TO SPRING CONVOCATION, ENDS DATE REFLECTS THIS CANCELATION.

DAY TIME SESSION
DATES
Thursdays 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm   May 10th - June 28th 
Where: St. Denis Centre - Multi Purpose Room
Instructor: Elena Semenov
Register: To sign up for Ballroom Dancing International, click here.

 

STREET DANCE

If you are wondering what type of dance you are watching in today's hottest music videos, the answer is likely Jazz. From Lady Gaga to Maroon 5, leading artists? dancers are dancing a mix of styles which we call Street Jazz - taking technique from classical Jazz training and combining it with swag from hip hop. Whether you want to keep and shape and have fun, or challenge yourself with choreography, Street Jazz could be your anecdote to freedom. Beginner Class: All are welcome! Intermediate/ Advanced Class: Minimum 1 -2 years dance experience required!

DAY TIME SESSION
DATES

 Tuesday

4:30 - 5:30pm 

May 8 - June 26
Where: St. Denis Centre - Multi Purpose Room
Instructor: Katelyn Murray
Register:  To sign up, click here.

 

 

BALLET TONE

The ballet dancer's physique is revered for its lean toned muscles, impeccable posture, and grace. Professional athletes from the world of hockey, football and boxing have taken ballet classes over the years to improve agility. If you are looking for a fantastic physical workout and a challenge for both body and mind, then Ballet Tone is the class for you. A beginner style dance-fitness class with something for everyone, Ballet Tone is perfect for keeping in shape!

DAY TIME SESSION
DATES

 

  OFFERED IN FALL/WINTER
Where: St. Denis Centre - Multi Purpose Room
Instructor: Katelyn Murray
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FLIRTY GIRL FITNESS
The Flirty Girl Fitness Program was created for women by women, and works the entire body, targeting specific muscle groups while maintaining super fun, non-stop cardio-dance moves. Using the easy to learn Flirty Girl Foundation Moves, participants will quickly "own" the movement and experience the fabulous feeing that dancing gives you, while reaping the benefits of strength and cardiovascular exercise all in one class!
DAY TIME SESSION
DATES
    FALL AND WINTER ONLY
Where: St. Denis Centre - Multi Purpose Room
Instructor: Samantha Deruchie Tan
Register: NOT OFFERED THIS TERM

 

 

ORIENTAL BELLY DANCE
This ancient dance will get you fit while having fun. You will improve your flexibility, isolate and strengthen specific muscles, especially hips, arms, legs, abs and back.
BEGINNER: Focus on proper posture, basic moves, and a simple choreography.
DAY TIMES SESSION
DATES
  CANCELLED  
Where: St. Denis Centre - Multi Purpose Room
Instructor: Kathy Bellamy
Register: CANCELLED

 

DANCE CRAZE
This dance class is a fusion of high energy hip hop that will challenge and advance your skills. You will be inspired with the most up and coming hip hop and street moves, integrating jumps, turns and footwork, exposing you to a fresh original dance style. This class will impove your flexibility, balance and strength. Be prepared to sweat!
DAY TIMES SESSION
DATES
  CANCELLED  
Where: St. Denis Centre - Duddy Fitness Room
Instructor: Mike Cater, Alyssa King, Christy
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ZUMBA
This fitness class is a fusion of Latin, African, and Carribbean music with high energy dance moves. The instructor will break down all the basic rhythms and movements to inspire everyone to move to the beat!
DAY TIMES SESSION
DATES

Tue/Thu

Mon/Wed

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 

5:00 - 6:00 pm

 May 8th - June 28th 

Where: St. Denis Centre - Multi Purpose Room (Tue/Thr) and Forge Fitness Room (Mon/Wed)

Instructor: Marika Enjesman and Franklynn Bartol
Register: To sign up for Zumba, click here.

 

BOLLYWOOD
Introduces basic moves of Bollywood and Bharatam danced style at mixed level to keep your body and mind healthy along with lots of fun dancing. You will also have an opportunity to explore a verity of Bollywood songs to spice up your fitness and dance skills. You will learn new moves including self expression, utilizing body awareness, use of environment and group dynamics and be able to perform them individually, in pairs or in groups. You will begin to appreciate the style of movement, rhythm, and partnership skills at a basic level.
DAY TIMES SESSION
DATES

Tuesday

7:30 pm - 8:30 pm 

 May 8th - June 26th 

Where: St. Denis Centre - Duddy Fitness Room 

Instructor: Thuva
Register: To sign up for Bollywood, click here.