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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
- Each series now 6 weeks (at former 5 week price): $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/Fitness Classes
Ballet
Ballet For Fun and Fitness See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Mondays 5:15-6:15 PM
Class series run for 6 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 6 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.
Pilates
Pilates See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Mondays, 6:30-7:30 PM
Class series run for 6 weeks: $45 members/$55 non-members or $12 for single class drop-in
Discover how to create strength and ease of movement. Learn the fundamentals of the Pilates method, the components of every pilates exercise. For beginners, all levels welcome. Instructor: Elizabeth DuVal, Certified Pilates Instructor.
Flamenco Dance
Flamenco Dance See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Mondays, 7:45-8:45 PM
Class series run for 6 weeks: $45 members/$55 non-members or $12 for single class drop-in
Explore exciting flamenco rhythms with footwork and hand clapping, along with proud upper body carriage and graceful arm and hand movements. For beginners, all levels welcome. Guitar accompaniment. Instructor: Sara Ayala, Co-founder of Flamenco Vivo, studied in Spain with Flamenco masters.
Tuesday Dance/Fitness Classes
Zumba
Zumba See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Tuesdays, 5-6 PM
Class series run for 6 weeks: $45 members/$55 non-members or $12 for single class drop-in
Have a blast with these calorie-burning, energizing movements that fuse latin and international rhythms! No experience necessary. Zumba is for everybody! Instructor: Nadia Qabazard, licensed Zumba instructor.
Jazz Dance
Jazz Dance See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Tuesdays, 5-6 PM
Class series run for 6 weeks: $45 members/$55 non-members or $12 for single class drop-in
Get a workout, acquire jazz dance technique and flexibility. Learn a variety of routines. For beginners and all levels! Instructor: Jenny DeRuntz, former instructor and coach for United Spirit Association and Columbia University.
Bollywood
Bollywood See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Tuesdays, 6-7 PM OR Thursdays 6:05-7:05 PM (See schedule for dates)
Class series run for 6 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: Asavari Devadiga, teacher, performer and choreographer.
Salsa Dance
Beginning Salsa See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Tuesdays, 7-8 PM
Class series run for 6 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, 8-9 PM
Class series run for 6 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/Fitness Classes
Brazilian Movement
Afro-Brazilian Dance See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30 PM
Class series run for 6 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, 6:30-7:30 PM
Class series run for 6 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, 7:30-8:30 PM
Class series run for 6 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 some experience recommended. Instructor: Nanna Candelaria.
Thursday Dance/Fitness Classes
Hip-Hop Dance
Hop Hop Dance See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Thursdays, 5-6 PM
Class series run for 6 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.
Yoga
Thursday Evening Yoga See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Thursdays, 5:30-6:30 PM
Class series run for 6 weeks: $45 members/$55 non-members or $12 for single class drop-in
This class reflects the instructor’s solid foundation in yoga’s alignment principles. Experience a joyful means of finding physical awareness and balance in your life. Instructor: Anna DeRosa, Certified Yoga Instructor.
Bollywood
Bollywood See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Thursdays 6:05-7:05 PM OR Tuesdays 6-7 PM (See schedule for dates)
Class series run for 6 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: Asavari Devadiga, teacher, performer and choreographer.
Argentine Tango
Argentine Tango: Fundamentals and Beyond the Fundamentals See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Thursdays 7:10-8:10 PM
Class series run for 6 weeks: $45 members/$55 non-members or $12 for single class drop-in
Enjoy an introduction and review to this beautiful dance. Learn leading and following and find out where to practice your steps. Instructors: Jonas Aquino and Jeannie Lin, continue to study Argentine Tango in Buenos Aires and teach throughout the bay area.
Improv! Acting
Improv for Fun See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Thursdays, 8:15-9:45 PM
Class series run for 6 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 ten years.
Piano Lessons
Piano Lessons for Beginners See Class Schedule Dates or Sign Up Online
Thursdays Individual lessons are offered between 1pm and 3pm for half-hour session (four time slots)
Class series run for 6 weeks: $45 members/$55 non-members
Develop a life-long skill; learn notes, scales and chords; practice favorite songs; develop knowledge of melody, harmony and rhythm. Have fun while building confidence. Instructor: Neville Manderson, pianist and longtime English-In-Action volunteer at the YWCA.
