Class and Course descriptions
Welcome to the new programme of Classes & Courses
Spring Term 2012: Sat 7 Jan – Thu 5 Apr
Although this term is 13 weeks long, please note that there are NO classes taking place between Mon 19 & Sun 25 Mar.
Details of the Saturday Superstars programme for children aged 0-12 here
YORKSHIRE DANCE CLASSES & COURSES
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Bold Moves (for ages 50+)Tue, 1.30pm – 3.00pm A programme of dance for adults who want to explore, innovate, create, have fun and make ‘dance’. This term try African Dance, Contemporary, Latin Moves and DTURF, a rhythmic dance using props. Tutors: Youth and Community Team For more information or to book your place call Kate Ferris-Neely at Yorkshire Dance on 0113 243 9867 |
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ContemporaryTue, 6.30pm – 8.00pm (Level D) Level D: a challenging class encouraging dancers to work against common learned dance movement patterns. The class reflects the training background and the personal movement style of the artist, placing an emphasis on co-ordination, risk-taking, and non-linear movement. Level B/C: the class reflects the training background and the personal movement style of the artist, placing an emphasis on co-ordination, risk-taking, and non-linear movement. It is taught on two levels to enable complete beginners to get acquainted with basic principles of contemporary dance, at the same time as allowing people with some experience to develop further. Shoes: bare feet Tutor: Rita Marcalo |
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Mind the Step (19+)Wed, 5.00pm – 6.30pm (Level A) Creative session for independent adults aged 19+ with learning disabilities. Learn new moves and make new friends. Tutor: TBC |
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Yorkshire Dance YouthWed, 5.30pm – 6.30pm Weekly sessions for Yorkshire Dance’s new youth dance company, working towards performances. Find out more here. For info: 0113 243 8765 |
TUTOR-LED CLASSES & COURSES
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Arabic (Belly Dance) COURSETue, 5.30pm – 7.00pm (Level B/C, Course) If you are completely new to my classes and are not sure if it’s something you would like, you have the option of paying for one week, at £7.00. If you come back the following week, just pay the difference of the full cost of the block. Numbers limited to 14 in a class so please book early. If you miss a class there will be no refund. If you have a pre-booked holiday please discuss with Beverley prior to payment. In each block of classes you will learn 1. simple dance choreography Throughout this coure I will e-mail links that complement what I have talked about in class, and update choreography most weeks by e-mail. Near to the end of the course I will e-mail film recording of group choreography. Sometimes I will give a little homework which is not compulsory. We have ‘Woody the Tabla Player’ providing live music in most of these sessions. You will all get a chance to perform what you have learned in a showcase – again, not compulsory. The next showcase is 9 December at Seven Artspace, Chapel Allerton. Shoes: soft footware or bare feet Tutor: Beverley Smith (www.bevbellydance.co.uk) |
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Arabic (Belly Dance) COURSETue, 7.00pm – 8.30pm (Level C, Course) You have the option of paying for the block in two parts: Numbers limited to 14 in a class so please book early. If you miss a class there will be no refund. If you have a pre-booked holiday please discuss with Beverley prior to payment. You need a basic knowledge of dance moves and a good level of fitness for this course. In this 13-week course you will learn: 1. dance group choreography to Woody’s tabla-playing Throughout this coure I will e-mail links that complement what I have talked about in class, and update choreography most weeks by e-mail. Near to the end of the course I will e-mail film recording of group choreography. Sometimes I will give a little homework which is not compulsory. We have ‘Woody the Tabla Player’ providing live music in most of these sessions. You will all get a chance to perform what you have learned in a showcase. The next showcase is 9 December at Seven Artspace, Chapel Allerton. Shoes: soft footware or bare feet Tutor: Beverley Smith (www.bevbellydance.co.uk) |
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BalletMon, 6.00pm – 7.00pm (Level A/B) Tue, 6.30pm – 8.00pm (Level B) £110 (£99 concession) for 12-week term for both the Monday and a Tuesday class This classical form of dance is ideal for developing posture, breathing, fitness and grace. The Monday Beginners class is suitable for absolute beginners and those wishing to improve their basic ballet technique. This class focuses on understanding the fundamental elements of classical ballet technique, improving the elements and learning basic classical ballet steps. The friendly Beginner class is suitable for those with little or no experience, and starts with a series of exercises at the barre, progressing to travelling movements. Turns and balances improve co-ordination, and jumps help build stamina and fitness. The Continuation class begins with structured exercises to strengthen muscles and increase flexibility, working to perfect the fundamental elements of classical ballet technique. Shoes (Beginners): ballet shoes, socks or bare feet Tutor: Royce Neagle Booking info: To register a place for the whole term in Beginners or Improvers ballet, please contact Royce Neagle RoyceNeagle@googlemail.com |
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Ballroom / LatinTue, 5.30pm – 6.30pm (Level B/C) If you love the grace and glitz of Strictly’s Waltz, Quickstep, Cha Cha, Jive and Samba, this is the place to experience them for yourself. With sessions for every level of ability, this is a fun, sociable way to develop and practise your skills. Shoes: Ballroom & Latin shoes are best; other options would be leather- or smooth-soled shoes for gentlemen, small heels or smooth-soled shoes for ladies. No trainers, sling backs, or shoes that really grip. Tutor: Paula Clark |
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BokwaWed, 6.30pm – 7.30pm Bokwa is the brilliant new Dance and Fitness programme that is sweeping the country! If you’ve tried Zumba and loved it, then Bokwa is definitely for you. It’s a fantastic and intense cardiovascular workout for all abilities that is dance based and still great fun and easy to learn. Bokwa has been developed from South African war dance, Capoeira, Kickboxing and Steps fused with the pulsating rhythmic beats of African, Latin, Popular dance and House music. It has been proven to burn a great amount of calories to assist with weight loss as well as challenge muscular endurance, strength and flexibility. Shoes: supportive training shoes essential Tutor: Nina Ojuroye |
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BollywoodThu, 6.30pm – 8.00pm (Level B, Course) This class is designed for everybody and will certainly spice up the aura by adding some Indian glitz to a workout whilst aiding optimum health & fitness through dance. The class comprises various elements of Indian dance from hand mudras to travelling sequences merged with contemporary & mesmerising Bollywood moves. This multicultural & fun class/workshop will enhance people’s individuality with auras, quality and style. Be a part of ZSKD Summer performance – Bollywood Dhamaka – a collaborative journey celebrating 50 years of the Indian film industry, from Indian classical through folk to contemporary Bollywood. An ultimate Bollywood experience to spice your soul. Shoes: bare feet Tutor: Zoobin Surty (www.zoobinkarmadance.com) |
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BreakdanceWed, 8.00pm – 9.00pm (Level B/C) UDC break dance classes teach you the foundations of Bboying from industry professionals. The class begins with a warm-up, stretching and strengthening exercises to prepare you for learning the foundations of B-boyin; this will include top rock, foot work, freezes, throw downs, belly windmill, six step and floor work. You will in time progress onto the more challenging B-boyin moves and will be encouraged to work on your own more mixing up and linking different B-boyin moves. The class sometimes will end – for those that are brave enough – in a freestyle battle. This will help to build on your own style, strengths, creativity and confidence. Shoes: trainers Tutor: Sebastian Skelton, UDC |
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Butoh DanceThu, 8.30pm – 9.30pm (Level A) The class will be composed of a warm-up to develop greater connection with our body, mind, space and others. These exercises are based on the techniques of Noguchi and Hijikata. We will then explore movement through solo and group work using imagery drawn from text, photography, film and dreams. Each session will be dedicated to a different theme. Butoh dance is open to people of all ages and no previous dance experience is needed to join in. It is a good dance practice to develop body awareness and deep performance presence. It is a source of inspiration for actors, visual artists and dancers. Shoes: bare feet Tutor: Alison Grace |
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FlamencoWed, 6.30pm – 8.00pm (Level B, Course) Driving flamenco rhythms and thrilling movements are open to all in this class. Women, men, young and old, large or small can learn basic techniques and choreographies in the passionate art of Spanish Flamenco dance. You will learn footwork, braceo (arm movements), wrist curls and haunting flamenco rhythms. This sensual dance improves posture, strength and co-ordination skills. Beginners (Level B) learn a range of dance forms, including flamenco tangos, buleria and sevillanas. No previous experience necessary. Improvers (Level C) dancers will learn a number of dance forms, including buleria, solea por buleria and alegrías. Trained in Andalucia, Patricia brings an inclusive, friendly and fun approach to learning flamenco dance. Shoes: shoes or boots with hard sole Tutor: Patricia Skeet (www.hebdenbridgeflamenco.org.uk) |
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Jazz 45+Mon, 11.30am – 12.30pm (Level A) A fun fitness class featuring traditional and modern Jazz styles. You will learn some basics of jazz technique through gentle exercises which strongly help to improve balance, co-ordination, posture and mobility, and enjoy learning some stylish and fun sequences and routines to uplifting music, with a warm and friendly group! Shoes: jazz shoes, trainers or bare feet Tutor: Kim Glassby |
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Jazz FusionMon, 7.00pm – 8.00pm (Level B/C) UDC jazz fusion class encompass a variety of styles of dance including: jazz, theatre dance, lyrical jazz, contemporary and commercial street dance.. The class starts with a warm-up, stretching to encourage flexibility, exercises to increase core strength, and some basic technique , over time you will learn a variety of dance numbers combining street jazz, lyrical jazz, theatre dance and contemporary. Music: from Pop music, R&B, Jazz and Musical Theatre. Shoes: jazz shoes or bare feet Tutor: Sarah Spearing, UDC |
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Latin Course for Adult BeginnersMon, 7.45pm – 8.45pm (Level A/B) In this class you will learn how to rhumba, cha cha cha, samba and jive as well as learn to move with your partner. Shoes: clean footware / sensible shoes Tutor: Philip Blackburn |
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Latin-in-Line (Alternative to Zumba)Mon, 6.45pm – 7.45pm (Level A/B) Over 12 weeks you can learn from basic to advanced steps of all Latin rhythms including rhumba, samba, cha cha cha and jive. No partner needed. Places will fill up quickly for this course – please book early. Shoes: dance shoes or clean, sensible shoes Tutor: Philip Blackburn |
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Lishi Chinese Wushu DanceWed, 5.00pm – 6.30pm (ages 14-19) In Lishi (‘Lee Sher’) Chinese Wushu Dance you respond to a partner’s movements by yielding, evading and giving back. Choreographed dance sequences enable you to move fluidly on your own and with a partner even whilst using implements including sticks, swords and long silks (picture Jaden Smith in The Karate Kid). You will develop amazing performance skills, gain confidence, meet new friends and have a brilliant time. [Find out more here] The class is for young people aged 14 to 19 years of age. Free Lishi membership and a T-Shirt included with your first class! Shoes: change of indoor footwear Tutor: Alex Boyd / Michael Bursey |
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Lyrical DanceMon, 8.00pm – 9.00pm (Level B/C) UDC Lyrical dance classes combines ballet, jazz and contemporary dance styles. movements are flowing, expressive, emotive, subtle and dynamic. You will learn some basic ballet and jazz techniques, . leaps, kicks, jumps and pirouettes are some of the more challenging movements a choreographer might use in a routine – these movements will be broken down and taught at the level suitable to the students who are attending. Over time you will learn choreographed routines which convey musicality and emotion to a wide variety of music from R&B, popular, jazz and funk. Shoes: bare feet Tutor: Sarah Spearing, UDC |
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Pilates with Miranda WellsMon, 6.00pm – 7.00pm (Level A) For ages 16+ A Pilates course running over 6 weeks, and then a separate 7-week course, developing the participants’ knowledge of what it is to have correct postural alignment. The sessions aim to develop a more supple well balanced body, and correct the problems of back pain, bad posture and injury. The benefits of Pilates are increased muscle tone, strength, and flexibility, better posture and more energy through a series of gentle mat-based exercises. The sessions contain levels making it easy for the participants to develop at their own pace and taking into account any injuries or conditions. Shoes: bare feet or socks Tutor: Miranda Wells |
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Pop DanceThu, 7.30pm – 8.30pm (Level B) ‘Spring Term Special. New Year, New you!’ For ages 18+ A chance to learn the moves from your favourite music videos. Including routines from all your favourite artists. So if you wanna shake it like Beyonce, Beat it like Michael or just go plain GAGA! then this class is perfect for your inner pop star. Shoes: jazz shoes or bare feet Tutor: Danielle Bailey http://www.daniellebaileydance.co.uk/ (Facebook) (Twitter) |
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Skinner Releasing TechniqueMon, 7.00pm – 9.00pm (Level A) Skinner Releasing Technique (SRT) is a pioneering approach to dancing. As with other techniques it develops increased strength, flexibility and freedom of movement. SRT also cultivates body awareness, economy in movement, creative play and personal expression. It is based on the simple principle that when we are letting go of habitual holding patterns we can move more freely, articulately and powerfully. The class is great for fitness, increasing agility and relaxation. SRT lets us practise letting go, while encouraging creativity and exploring movement. SRT can be beneficial to EVERYONE! (Professional dancers, actors, musicians, people who have never danced…) Shoes: bare feet Tutor: Rosemary Spencer |
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Streetdance with Sarah MellorWed, 7.30pm – 9.00pm (Level D) Urban moves in a friendly environment. Energetic and funky classes for the latest moves and freshest routines. Improve your co-ordination and style. The street dance class also has a performance group who have to date performed at Yorkshire Dance, Cockburn College of the Arts, Speak to the Streets breakdance event and Phoenix Dance Theatre and Northern Ballet’s new theatre. Shoes: trainers Tutor: Sarah Mellor |
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Streetdance with UDCWed, 7.00pm – 8.00pm (Level B/C) UDC street dance classes encompass all the latest street dance and hip hop moves. From Street Dance, Krumping, Hip Hop, locking and popping our classes are up to the minute in the latest Commercial dance moves. Shoes: trainers Tutor: Laura Simpson, UDC |
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TapThu, 5.30pm – 6.30pm (Level B) ‘Spring Term Special. New Year, New you!’ Come along and start tapping! This is a fun class designed to improve your fitness levels & give you a beginner’s look at tap. It’s never too late to start, so come along and we’ll get your toes tapping in no time! Shoes: Tap shoes, Jazz shoes or trainers/pumps (no outdoor shoes allowed in the studios) Tutor: Danielle Bailey http://www.daniellebaileydance.co.uk/ (Facebook) (Twitter) |
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Tap 45+Mon, 12.30pm – 2.00pm (Level B/C) A class for people who wish to develop their tap technique in a fun, sociable and lively atmosphere. Tap is not only great for physical fitness but it also works the mind as it incorporates rhythm and movement together. You will learn new, stylish dance rhythms and sequences with energising music – traditional and modern – and get your whole body moving together with your tapping feet! Please note that there is a beginner’s half-hour at 12.30pm-1pm. Shoes: Tap shoes Tutor: Kim Glassby |
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Zumba® Fitness with DaniThu, 5.30pm – 6.30pm (Level A) Are you ready to party yourself into shape? That’s exactly what the Zumba® program is all about. It’s an exhilarating, effective, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorie-burning dance fitness-party! Dani is a professionally trained dancer specialising in Latin styles such as Salsa, Samba, Reggaeton & many of the other styles danced in class. Her experience and training means you get a real dance experience within your Zumba Fitness Party! Shoes: trainers Tutor: Dani Byars Find us on Facebook – Dani.Zumba.Leeds |
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Zumba® FitnessMon, 6.00pm – 6.45pm (Level A) Burn off those Christmas calories and create a new You in 2012! Shoes: trainers Tutor: Victoria Eames |
Details of the Saturday Superstars programme for children aged 0-12 here
