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Summer 2009 Schedule
*Once a class has reached full enrollment, there will be no drop-ins
*Choose carefully - class fees are not refundable
Note: Unless otherwise stated, for all classes, Session I and Session II are the same level.
Ballet | Ballroom Dance | Bellydance | Bhangra Dance | Bollywood | Brazilian Movement | Chinese Dance | Flamenco Dance | Hip-Hop Dance | Improv Acting Class | Irish Dancing | Jazz Dance | Salsa Dance | Fitness Classes | Classes By Weekday
Ballet For Fun and Fitness Sign Up Online | Return to Top
Gain strength, flexibility & grace. Get a fun
workout using ballet techniques. All levels welcome.
Limited to 15. Instructor: Jana Hiraga,
former member of American Ballet Theatre.
Tuesdays, 5:30-6:30PM
June 30 - August 4
6 weeks: $45 members/$53 nonmembers
or $12 drop in.
Argentine Tango Workshop: Level II Sign Up Online | Return to Top
The class will move beyond beginning level
figures of this beautiful dance. Find out where
to practice your steps at bay area milongas. Instructor: Carlos Castano, professional
tango instructor from South America.
Thursdays, 7:15-8:15 PM
June 4 - June 18
3 weeks: $35 members/$43 non-members.
Beginning Waltz Sign Up Online | Return to Top
Have fun learning this beautiful dance. This
class introduces the basic steps and several
variations. Learn about leading, following and
style. Instructor: Charlene Gullette Van Ness, YWCA Dance and Fitness Director.
Thursdays, 7:15-8:15 PM
June 25 - July 23
5 weeks: $40 members/$48 non-members.
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Bellydance: Level 1 Sign Up Online | Return to Top
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This ancient art builds strength, stamina
and self-esteem. Learn body isolations
and percussive hip movements. Instructor: Nanna Candelaria, has taught and performed nationally & internationally.
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Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30 PM
Series I: June 10 - July 8
Series II: July 15 - August 12
Each series 5 weeks: $45 members/$53
non-members or $12 drop in.
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Bellydance: Level 2 Sign Up Online | Return to Top
Develop more complex choreography,
combinations and variations beyond level
1. Instructor: Nanna Candelaria.
Wednesdays, 8:30-9:30 PM
Series I: June 10 - July 8
Series II: July 15 - August 12
Each series 5 weeks: $45 members/$53
non-members or $12 drop in.
Bellydance: Multi-Level Sign Up Online | Return to Top
For beginners and those with some experience. Instructor: Nanna Candelaria.
Mondays, 4:15-5:15 PM
Series I: June 8 - July 6
Series II: July 13 - August 10
Each series 5 weeks: $45 members/$53
non-members or $12 drop in.
Bhangra Dance Sign Up Online | Return to Top
Have fun and get a workout learning this vivacious
dance from Punjab, India influenced by
hip hop, dancehall and the bollywood Indian
film industry. Instructor: Joti Singh, teacher, performer and choreographer of bhangra dance.
Tuesdays, 6:10-7:10 PM
Series I: June 9 - July 7
5 weeks: $45 members/$53 non-members
or $12 drop in.
Series II: July 21 - August 11
4 weeks: $39 members/$47 non-members
or $12 drop in.
Bollywood Dance Sign Up Online | Return to Top
Have fun learning dance forms inspired by the Bollywood Indian film industry. The class includes traditional Indian folk dance steps mixed with other dance styles. Instructor: Joti Singh, teacher, performer and choreographer.
Thursdays, 6:10-7:10 PM
Series I: June 18 - July 9
Series II: July 23 - August 13
Each series 4 weeks: $39 members/$47nonmembers
or $12 drop in.
Afro-Brazilian Dance Sign Up Online | Return to Top
Indulge yourself in the rhythms and spirit of Brazilian culture. This class combines the energy and sensuousness of samba, samba-reggae and other Brazilian dance forms. Instructor: Maria Souza, former Carnival Queen of SF Carnival parade.
Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 PM
Series I: June 10 - July 8
Series II: July 15 - August 12
Each series 5 weeks: $40 members/$48
non-members or $12 drop in.
Capoeira: An Introduction Sign Up Online | Return to Top
This unique Brazilian art form combines elements
of dance, martial arts and gymnastics.
Students build strength, agility and rhythm. Instructor: Victoria Bryant, Instructor with the Brazil Culture & Arts Organization.
Mondays, 6:20-7:30 PM
Series I: June 8 - July 6
Series II: July 13 - August 10
Each series 5 weeks: $45 members/$53
non-members or $12 drop in.
Chinese Ribbon Dance: An Introduction Sign Up Online | Return to Top
Experience traditional Chinese culture
through movement. The basic choreography
of this beautiful dance form will be introduced. Instructor: Anny Jui-Lin Hsu, performed with the internationally renowned Liao Mo His Dance Theater of Taiwan.
Wednesdays, 5:25-6:25 PM
Series I: June 10 - July 8
Series II: July 15 - August 12
Each series 5 weeks: $40 members/$48
non-members or $12 drop in.
Beginning Flamenco Sign Up Online | Return to Top
Learn the basics of this beautiful Spanish
dance. Develop upper body posture while
improving your dance form. Guitar accompaniment. Instructor: Sara Ayala, Co-founder of Flamenco Vivo, studied in Spain with Flamenco masters.
Mondays, 7:45-8:45 PM
Series I: June 8 - July 6
Series II: July 13 - August 10
Each series 5 weeks: $45 members/$53nonmembers
or $12 drop in.
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Intermediate Flamenco Sign Up Online | Return to Top
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Graduate into more sophisticated choreography. Instructor: Sara Ayala.
Mondays, 8:45-9:45 PM
Series I: June 8 - July 6
Series II: July 13 - August 10
Each series 5 weeks: $45 members/$53nonmembers
or $12 drop in.
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Hip Hop Dance: Level 1 Sign Up Online | Return to Top
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| Learn fundamental moves and various routines
while grooving to the latest music and
beats, a fun and challenging workout. Instructor: Katherine Brown, member of Mind Over Matter, a Bay Area performing dance group.
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Thursdays, 5:10-6:10 PM
June 18 - July 23
6 weeks: $45 members/$53 non-members
or $12 drop in.
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Improv! Acting Sign Up Online | Return to Top
Play fun theater games that unleash your
imagination. Learn to create characters, stories
and scenes spontaneously. Build confidence.
Laugh-out-loud fun!. Instructor: Alex
Lerman, studied at Bay Area TheaterSports,
and has performed improv for nine years.
Instructor website: www.berkeleyimprov.com
Thursdays, 8:15-9:45 PM
Series I: June 11 - July 9
Series II: July 16 - August 13
Each series 5 weeks: $40 members/$48
non-members or $12 drop in.
Irish Dancing Sign Up Online | Return to Top
Have fun learning Irish social dance. These
lively traditional dances are learned in small
groups, in lines and as round dances. No
partner required, open to everyone! Instructor: John Slaymaker, instructor at Starry Plough since 1993;
Wednesdays, 6:15-7:15 PM
June 24 - July 22
5 weeks: $40 members/$48 non-members
or $12 drop in.
Jazz Funk Sign Up Online | Return to Top
Get a workout and acquire jazz dance technique
and flexibility. Learn various routines
that incorporate hip hop, jazz dance and
pop. All levels welcome! Instructor: Jenny DeRuntz, former instructor and coach for United Spirit Association & Columbia University.
Tuesdays, 5:00-6:00 PM
June 23 - July 21
5 weeks: $40 members/$48 non-members
or $12 drop in.
Beginning Salsa Sign Up Online | Return to Top
Learn the coolest steps to the hottest dance!
Information on music, dance shoes and
where to go dancing. Partner not required.. Instructor: Ava Apple, Director/Choreographer of Ava Apple & The Latin Symbolics.
Instructor website: www.avaapple.com
Tuesdays, 7:15-8:15 PM
Series I: June 2 - July 7
6 weeks: $50 members/$58 non-members
or $12 drop in.
Series II: July 14 - August 11
5 weeks: $45 members/$53 non-members
or $12 drop in.
Intermediate Salsa Sign Up Online | Return to Top
Double turns, complex patterns, and advanced
techniques along with how to put
some style and flair into your salsa. Instructor: Ava Apple.
Instructor website: www.avaapple.com
Tuesdays, 8:30-9:30 PM
Series I: June 2 - July 7
6 weeks: $50 members/$58 non-members or $12 drop in.
Series II: July 14 - August 11
5 weeks: $45 members/$53 non-members
or $12 drop in.
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