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CONTINUING EDUCATION CATALOG CLASS LISTINGSDance and MovementContact: Maureen
Janson mjanson@dcs.wisc.edu, See additional subject information www.dcs.wisc.edu/lsa/dance. Note: Courses in this section welcome teens and adults. Please wear attire suitable for movement in these classes. Please note that street shoes are not allowed in the studio. African danceThis class begins with a series of warmups, isolations, and strengthening exercises to prepare the body for African dance. Learn choreography and new dances that explore the diversity in movement and music of Guinea and Mali, West Africa. Live music, provided by Madison-area drummers, creates an invigorating and uplifting atmosphere. All experience levels are welcome. Instructor: Maya Kadakia BalletThe study of ballet technique can give you an appreciation for dance, music, and art through development of grace, coordination, strength, and discipline. Please wear leotard, tights, and ballet shoes. Level placement is by instructor's consent; please e-mail Vivian Tomlinson, vtomlinson@education.wisc.edu, for more information. Instructor: Vivian Tomlinson Ballroom danceCultivate a lifelong skill with ballroom dancing! In this class you discover ways to move, turn, and spin comfortably with another person. Learn classic “smooth” dances—tango, foxtrot, and waltz—and the exciting rhythmic merengue. We thoroughly explore basic movements in each dance and use those movements to develop individual style. No dance experience required or expected; no partner necessary. Instructor: D. Francis Dieringer NEW Hip hop dance: intermediate/advancedIn this fast-paced, high-energy class, dancers with experience or training in jazz dance or hip hop focus on details of style and technique and using this technique in a variety of routines. The class emphasizes developing personal style and performance quality. Instructor: Erika Bozinovski Irish step danceThis class introduces you to the basics of solo Irish dancing, including jigs, reels, and hornpipes. Focus on rhythm and posture as you explore energetic light/hop and heavy/percussive dances in modern and more traditional styles. Instructor: Heidi Hakseth Latin dance/salsaLearn energetic, exciting, and passionate Latin dances like the rumba, cha cha, and salsa in this class, perfect for beginners and experienced dancers alike. We cover turns, spins, style, and basic patterns for several Latin dances as well as challenges in balance, speed, flexibility, body awareness, and expression for more advanced dancers. No dance experience required; no partner necessary. Instructor: D. Francis Dieringer Modern dance: beginningThis class explores the Erick Hawkins technique to deepen and broaden your physical skills. You focus on generating movement from the center of the body, learning and practicing beginning-level dance movements and longer phrases. We also take time for you to explore your own physical patterns, with an emphasis on transcending boundaries. Dress comfortably, bare feet. Instructor: Georgia Corner Modern dance: intermediate/advancedExplore modern dance concepts of suspension, release, flow, dynamics and breath. In this highly physical class, you combine quirky gestures, sensual musicality and upside down movements while working in and out of the floor. The class is appropriate for dancers with experience in modern, ballet, or jazz techniques. Instructor: Collette Stewart Tai chi: beginningT’ai chi ch’uan is an ancient form of Chinese exercise. Perform quiet, supple movements in a calm and peaceful manner that cultivates the spirit and body. In this class you learn the principles of t’ai chi movement and form, and exercises that apply the discipline. This introductory class features work on the 24-forms t’ai chi sequence. Instructor: Paul Novak Tai chi: continuingT’ai chi ch’uan is an ancient form of Chinese exercise. Perform quiet, supple movements in a calm and peaceful manner that cultivates the spirit and body. In this class you expand on the principles of t’ai chi movement and form, and on exercises that apply the discipline. This continuing class features intensified work on the 24-forms sequence. Instructor: Paul Novak Tap rhythmsTap classes focus on learning and executing technique and on developing rhythm, timing, and tempo in an upbeat atmosphere. Beginning level introduces form, with emphasis on rhythm and movement combinations. Intermediate level improves technique while building improvisational skills. Please wear attire suitable for movement, and soft shoes that lace or tap shoes. First-time Intermediate registrants: please call Donna Peckett, 608-244-2938. Instructor: Donna Peckett African danceThis class begins with a series of warmups, isolations, and strengthening exercises to prepare the body for African dance. Learn choreography and new dances that explore the diversity in movement and music of Guinea and Mali, West Africa. Live music, provided by Madison-area drummers, creates an invigorating and uplifting atmosphere. All experience levels are welcome. Instructor: Maya Kadakia BalletThe study of ballet technique can give you an appreciation for dance, music, and art through development of grace, coordination, strength, and discipline. Please wear leotard, tights, and ballet shoes. Level placement is by instructor's consent; please e-mail Vivian Tomlinson, vtomlinson@education.wisc.edu, for more information. Instructor: Vivian Tomlinson NEW Guest Artist Series: Jack Bray—dancing qi’gongJoin former Broadway dancer Jack Bray for this special master class, geared toward senior learners but open to all. Bray guides you through this “dance of life” via a unique combination of tai chi, qi’gong and dance exercises. Reservations required. To reserve a place contact Maureen Janson, 608-263-8927, or mjanson@dcs.wisc.edu. Instructor: Jack Bray Hip hop danceIn this high-energy class, hip-hop dancers of all levels focus on basic style and technique and using this technique in a variety of routines. We devote several classes to learning the choreography, with plenty of time for you to develop your own personal style and enhance the quality of your performance. Instructor: Erika Bozinovski Irish step danceThis class introduces you to the basics of solo Irish dancing, including jigs, reels, and hornpipes. Focus on rhythm and posture as you explore energetic light/hop and heavy/percussive dances in modern and more traditional styles. Instructor: Heidi Hakseth Latin dance/salsaLearn energetic, exciting, and passionate Latin dances like the rumba, cha cha, and salsa. In this class, perfect for beginners and experienced dancers alike, we cover turns, spins, style, and basic patterns for several Latin dances as well as challenges in balance, speed, flexibility, body awareness, and expression for the more advanced dancer. No dance experience required or expected; no partner necessary. Instructor: D. Francis Dieringer Middle Eastern dance: Raks SharkiRaks Sharki, Arabic for “dance of the East,” is the classical solo woman’s dance of the Middle East. Classes begin with warmup stretches, then progress to hip articulation, body isolations, and dance combinations. Some folkloric dances are also included. Finger cymbals are required; bare feet. Instructor: Sadira Modern danceThis class explores the Erick Hawkins technique to deepen and broaden your physical skills. You focus on generating movement from the center of the body, learning and practicing appropriate-level dance movements and longer phrases. We take time for each student to explore their own physical patterns, with the goal of transcending boundaries. Bare feet. Instructor: Georgia Corner Modern dance theatre through structured improvisationThis course familiarizes you with various structures for developing modern dance theater. Become more comfortable with initiating, sharing, following, merging, joining, and leaving. Experience the joy of your own authentic dance movements. Personal growth and exciting dance emerge in this process. Recommended: (1) one year of modern dance experience or consultation with instructor (Lynne Rothermel Novotnak, 608-249-2714), and (2) concurrent modern dance technique class. Instructor: Lynne Rothermel Novotnak Pilates conditioningIn this introductory class you learn the body conditioning technique that focuses on strength, flexibility, breath, and postural alignment through emphasis on kinesthetic (mind/body) awareness, uniform development of the body, and using core abdominal strength to support movement. Please bring your own towel or mat. Instructor: To be announced Strength and flexibilityEnhance your flexibility and increase your range of motion. In this class you’re introduced to stretches from yoga, t’ai chi, qi’gong, and martial arts. Newer techniques such as facilitated stretching (PNF/CRAC) and active isolated stretching supplement the traditional stretches. Also learn exercises for strengthening the core and legs derived from dance, yoga, Pilates, the Nickolaus technique, and martial arts. Instructor: Paul Novak T’ai chi: beginningT’ai chi ch’uan is an ancient form of Chinese exercise. Quiet, supple movements are performed in a calm and peaceful manner that cultivates the spirit and body. In this introductory class you learn the principles of t’ai chi movement and form, and exercises that apply the discipline. The class features work on the 24-forms t’ai chi sequence. Instructor: Paul Novak Tap rhythmsTap classes focus on learning and executing technique and on developing rhythm, timing, and tempo in an upbeat atmosphere. Beginning level introduces form, with emphasis on rhythm and movement combinations. Intermediate level improves technique while building improvisational skills. Wear soft shoes that lace or tap shoes. First-time Intermediate registrants: please call Donna Peckett, 608-244-2938. Instructor: Donna Peckett Yoga: introductionTake a break from work with this midday class. Learn basic yoga postures, breathing and relaxation methods, and return to work revitalized! Instructor: Maureen Janson ONLINEONLINE/ANYTIME Dance education/Movement explorations danceThis Web-based course demonstrates how to use dance in the classroom and includes practical materials providing varied dance experiences for students and teachers. It includes four lessons: Me and What’s Around Me, Basic Ways of Traveling and Resting, Ways My Body Can Move, and In Time with Myself and Others. Instructor: Joan Mills RELATED PROGRAMS
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