Dance Lessons

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Certificate: $90 value.

Winter/Spring Semester Registration

Early session (9 weeks of class) January 19th – March 22nd

Any Specialty Class:

ADULT TAP

Our emphasis is on technique and style while learning the traditional classic routines and patterns: the Shim Sham, Soft Shoe and Waltz Clog. Tap shoes required.
Sec A: Beginning; Mondays 7:00-8:00 pm;
Sec B: Intermediate; Mondays 5:00-6:00 pm;
Sec C: Advanced; Mondays 6:00-7:00 pm;
Instructor: Billie Mahoney

HIP HOP
Learn choreography from street dance to club dance...Teenagers and adults welcome. No previous dance experience is required for this fun and energetic class. Bring clean tennis or jazz shoes to class.
Mondays, 8:00 - 9:00 pm, Thursdays, 7:30 - 8:30 pm
Kids Class: Thursdays, 4:00 - 5:00 pm
Instructor: Bobby Ray

SALSA
Come experience Salsa! This popular social dance from Cuba has become a world wide phenomenon. We'll learn basic footwork and timing, turn patterns and combinations. We'll learn how to feel and interpret the music of Salsa. 10% discount for partners. Please bring dance shoes to class. Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30 pm
Instructor: Bird Ellington Fleming

WEST AFRIKAN DANCE
This class teaches the traditional polyrhythmic movement elements of West Afrikan dance from the old Malian empire. This is a very energetic aerobic class!
Adults: Tuesdays, 8:30 - 9:30 pm
Instructor: Danny Diallo Hinds

AFRO-AEROBIC DANCE
This class is for anyone who would like to feel good and look good in the body nature gave us. We will do African and Caribbean dance aerobics to live and recorded music. Come have fun and get into shape!
Wednesdays, 5:00 - 6:00 pm
Instructor: Vanessa Gibbs

BELLY DANCE TECHNIQUE
You will learn classical Middle Eastern dance technique from a master of the form. Stretches, isolations and aerobic dance make for a vigorous and fun workout.
Levels I & II: Tuesdays, 6:00:7:00 pm
Levels I & II Sundays 2:00-3:00 pm
Levels III & IV: Sundays, 3:00-4:00 pm
Instructor: Halah Zeki

CLOWNING I & II
LEVEL I: Give your inner clown some class! Instructors are experts in slapstick combat, how to take a pie in the face, juggling, mime, stilt walking, hula hoop, tumbling, character development, make-up application and much more.
LEVEL II: Continue the journey of uncovering your personal clown, don a red nose and study the techniques of Jaque Lecoq, Ettienne Decroix, Giovannie Fusetti and other masters.
LEVEL I: Tuesdays, 8:30-9:30pm
LEVEL II: Wednesdays, 8:00 -9:00 pm
Instructors: Clowns with Byrd Productions

WORLD DANCE FUSION
Inspired by the World Music/Fusion movement, this class will present a sampler of contemporary ethnic and fusion dance forms, (Urban Gypsy Fusion, Rumbera, Latin, Pop, Pirate/Port, Bollywood, Polynesian/Hula Fusion, Tropical, Caribbean, etc.).Learn universal and ethnic dance moves, traditional and fantasy folkloric steps, combined in new and interesting ways, and set to World Music.Fun exercise with opportunities for performance! Suitable for all ages and all levels.
Tuesdays, 7:00 - 8:00 pm;
Instructor: Nicole "Nika" English

FLAMENCO!
Flamenco is an exciting, charismatic dance form. Learn the rhythms employed by clapping and dancing in the southern Spanish flamenco style. Wear comfortable clothing and bring heeled shoes.
Thursdays, 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Instructor: Cindy Bleck

BURLESQUE
Find your own inner burlesque queen and retro pin-up gal, while learning the sassy, sexy moves of this entertainment art form...! Different techniques of burlesque will be taught in a light fun manner with all-female class atmosphere.Each class will be an exciting mini-session of retro goodness...!
Thursdays, 8:30 - 9:30 pm;
Instructor: Stella Blue & Co.

EAST COAST SWING
Learn the basics of East Coast Swing plus a variety of turns and moves that will give you confidence on the dance floor. Come with or without a partner and be prepared to have fun! Open to beginners and advanced beginners.
Fridays, 6:00-7:00pm
Instructor: Ann Shaughnessy

INDIAN DANCE: MANIPURI
We emphasize technique and style while learning traditional dance patterns. Learn exotic 'Mudra's' and the rhythmic body techniques of Manipuri dance with live 'Mridanga' drum. All levels welcome.
Tuesdays, 5:00-6:00pm
Instructor: Rafia Rasu

KUNG FU/SELF DEFENSE
Traditional Shaoling Kung Fu incorporating self-defense techniques band on balance, body positioning and timing. Perfect for dancers!
Fridays, 7:00-8:00pm
Instructor: Elisha Wampler

HIP HOP DANCE FOR KIDS
This fun and exciting dance class teaches the basics of Hip Hop. We'll focus on isolations, contractions and shifting our weight while learning steps to kid-friendly Hip Hop music.
Thursdays: 4:00-5:00pm
Instructor: Bobby Ray

School of Dance - Children’s Dance Theater - Professional Dance Company - Presenter of Dance

3925 Main, Kansas City, Missouri 64111 (816) 561.2882

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