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SIGN UP FOR ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP (ONLY $20) AND RECEIVE $10 DISCOUNTS ON ALL CLASS SERIES FOR A YEAR!Dance and Fitness Schedule Online: click here
You can also pick up a hard-copy schedule brochure at the YWCA.
Class Rates
- 5 week series: $45 for members or $55 for non-members
- Single class drop in rate: $12
*Choose carefully – class fees are not refundable Note: Unless otherwise stated, for all classes, Series I and Series II are the same level.
For more information contact by phone at 510-848-6370 or email to dancefitness@ywca-berkeley.org.
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Monday Dance Classes
Bellydance
Bellydance: Multi-Level See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Mondays, 4:15-5:15 PM (see Wednesday for more classes)
Class series run for 5 weeks: $45 members/$55 non-members or $12 for single class drop-in
For beginners and those with some experience. Instructor: Nanna Candelaria, has taught and performed nationally & internationally.
Ballet
Ballet For Fun and Fitness See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Mondays 5:15-6:15 PM
Class series run for 5 weeks: $45 members/$55 non-members or $12 for single class drop-in
Gain strength, flexibility and grace. Get a fun workout using ballet techniques. For beginners, all levels welcome. Instructor: Jana Hiraga, former member of American Ballet Theatre.
Swing Dance
Swing – Intro to Lindy Hop See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Mondays 6:30-7:30 PM
Class series run for 5 weeks: $45 members/$55 non-members or $12 for single class drop-in
Join and be introduced to the wonderful world of Lindy Hop. Learn basics and several variations so that you will be swinging the night away, whether you are preparing for a wedding, a party or just a night out on the town. Instructors: Jean Ma & Bromley Palamountain, award-winning swing dance instructors.
Flamenco Dance
Beginning Flamenco See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Mondays, 7:45-8:45 PM
Class series run for 5 weeks: $45 members/$55 non-members or $12 for single class drop-in
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.
Intermediate Flamenco See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Mondays, 8:45-9:45 PM
Class series run for 5 weeks: $45 members/$55 non-members or $12 for single class drop-in
Graduate into more sophisticated choreography. Instructor: Sara Ayala.
Tuesday Dance Classes
Jazz Dance
Jazz Funk See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Tuesdays, 5:00-6:00 PM
Class series run for 5 weeks: $45 members/$55 non-members or $12 for single class drop-in
Get a workout, acquire jazz dance technique and flexibility. Learn routines that incorporate hip hop and jazz. For all levels! Instructor: Jenny DeRuntz, former instructor & coach for United Spirit Association & Columbia University.
Improv! Acting
Improv for Fun Tuesdays See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Tuesdays, 6:00-7:15 PM (see Thursday for more classes)
Class series run for 5 weeks: $45 members/$55 non-members or $12 for single class drop-in
Play fun theater games that unleash your imagination. Learn to create characters, stories and scenes spontaneously. Enhance confidence and teamwork. No experience necessary! Laugh-out-loud fun. Instructor: Alex Lerman, studied at Bay Area Theatresports, and has performed improv for nine years.
Instructor website: www.berkeleyimprov.com
Bollywood
Bollywood See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Tuesdays, 6:10-7:10PM
Class series run for 5 weeks: $45 members/$55 non-members or $12 for single class drop-in
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.
Salsa Dance
Beginning Salsa See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Tuesdays, 7:15-8:15 PM
Class series run for 5 weeks: $45 members/$55 non-members or $12 for single class drop-in
Learn the coolest steps to the hottest dance! Let Ava show you patterns and techniques to get ready for the dance floor. Information on music, dance shoes and where to go dancing. Partner not required. Instructors: Ava Apple & Rodolfo Guzman, Co-Directors of The Latin Symbolics & Symbolic Mambo dance companies.
Intermediate Salsa See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Tuesdays, 8:30-9:30 PM
Class series run for 5 weeks: $45 members/$55 non-members or $12 for single class drop-in
Double turns, complex patterns, and advanced techniques along with how to put some style and flair into your salsa. Prerequisite: the beginning salsa series or equivalent. Instructors: Ava Apple & Rodolfo Guzman.
Wednesday Dance Classes
Chinese Dance
Mongolian Dance See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Wednesdays, 5:25-6:25 PM
Class series run for 5 weeks: $45 members/$55 non-members or $12 for single class drop-in
Have fun learning this upbeat traditional dance form, depicting the movements of horseback riding, eagles flying and more! Great way to relieve stress as you enjoy moving to music. Instructor: Anny Hsu, performed and taught nationally and internationally.
Hoop Dance
Hoop Dance See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30 PM
Class series run for 5 weeks: $45 members/$55 non-members or $12 for single class drop-in
Learn the basics of this incredibly fun exercise! Hoops provided, class size limited to 20. Instructor: Steve So aka Hoop Tiger, licensed hoop instructor.
Irish Dancing
Irish Dancing See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Wednesdays, 6:15-7:30 PM
Class series run for 5 weeks: $45 members/$55 non-members or $12 for single class drop-in
Have fun learning Irish social dance. These lively traditional dances are learned in small groups, in lines and as round dances. Beginning level, no partner required, open to everyone!Instructor: John Slaymaker, instructor at Starry Plough since 1993.
Brazilian Movement
Afro-Brazilian Dance See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 PM
Class series run for 5 weeks: $45 members/$55 non-members or $12 for single class drop-in
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.
Bellydance
Bellydance: Level 1 See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30 PM (see Monday for more classes)
Class series run for 5 weeks: $45 members/$55 non-members or $12 for single class drop-in
This ancient art builds strength, stamina and self-esteem. Learn body isolations and percussive hip movements. Instructor: Nanna Candelaria.
Bellydance: Level 2 See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Wednesdays, 8:30-9:30 PM (see Monday for more classes)
Class series run for 5 weeks: $45 members/$55 non-members or $12 for single class drop-in
Develop more complex choreography, combinations and variations beyond level 1. Veil work and finger cymbals will also be introduced. Pre-requisite: Level 1 or permission of instructor. Instructor: Nanna Candelaria.
Thursday Dance Classes
Hip-Hop Dance
Hop Hop Dance See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Thursdays, 5:10-6:10 PM
Class series run for 5 weeks: $45 members/$55 non-members or $12 for single class drop-in
Learn fundamental moves and various routines while grooving to the latest music, a fun and challenging workout for beginning to advanced-beginning levels. Instructor: Katherine Brown, member of Mind Over Matter, a Bay Area performing dance group.
Modern Dance
Afro-Modern Dance See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Thursdays, 6:10-7:10 PM
Class series run for 5 weeks: $45 members/$55 non-members or $12 for single class drop-in
Explore funky rhythms and fun grooves! This upbeat, energetic class fuses West African dance and modern dance technique. It will lift your spirits! No experience necessary, all levels welcome.
Instructor: Malia Therese, teacher, choreographer and dance documentarian.
Argentine Tango
Argentine Tango: Level 1 See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Thursdays 7:15-8:15 PM
Class series run for 5 weeks: $45 members/$55 non-members or $12 for single class drop-in
Enjoy an introduction to this beautiful dance. Learn leading and following and find out where to practice your steps. Instructor: Jenny Nolan, studied Argentine Tango in Buenos Aires, have taught locally and internationally.
Argentine Tango: Level 2 See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Thursdays 8:30-9:30 PM
Class series run for 5 weeks: $45 members/$55 non-members or $12 for single class drop-in
Go beyond the introductory class with new steps and patterns. Instructors: Jenny Nolan.
Improv! Acting
Improv for Fun See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Thursdays, 7-8:15 PM (see Tuesday for more classes)
Class series run for 5 weeks: $45 members/$55 non-members or $12 for single class drop-in
See Tuesday description. Instructor: Alex Lerman.
Improv for Performance See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Thursdays, 8:30-10 PM (see Tuesday for more classes)
Class series run for 5 weeks: $45 members/$55 non-members or $12 for single class drop-in
In addition to playing fun theatre games, learn improv stagecraft: incorporating audience participation & suggestions. A show for friends & family on final day of class. All levels welcome. Instructor: Alex Lerman.
