Big & Little for 2 to 3 years
A new twist on the old mommy and me class by inviting moms, dads, grannies, nannies, pop pops and favorite uncles to take class together. The grown-ups dance, clap and sing along with their little ones in a first-time experience. Paper plates as car wheels, adventures through sticky mud, partner dancing and goodbye songs all make up a once in a lifetime memory for both the little and the big.

Creative Movement for 3 to 5 years
Great class for first timers with course content suitable for boys and girls in an appropriately scheduled shortened class length. We will dance as 3 year olds do best with movement/Stillness, fast/slow, gather/scatter, improvisation and musical inspiration. We will learn about taking turns, working within a group and following dance directions. We will begin to address personal space vs. shared space as it pertains to the dance class. The material will be presented in a fun and enjoyable format! This class may be extended in the winter to 45 minutes.

Creative Movement II for 4 to 6 years
For the students who have experienced a creative movement class AND for those who have creatively danced in their living room "Theaters". This class delves into dance basics using the
elements of movement such as spatial directions, the study of shape, force and flow. Our class outline will include creative exercises designed to prepare our young students with the ability to accept dance techniques studied at a later time. The course content is designed especially for boys and girls and presented in a fun and enjoyable format.

Intro to Modern Dance for 5 to 7 years
A wonderful class to bridge the gap between Creative Movement and Modern Dance Technique with course content designed especially for boys and girls using elements of dance such as dance such as level, shape, force, tempo and rhythm this age group will begin to experience the many facets of dance.


Modern Dance I for 7 to 12 years
This modern dance based class offers a wonderful balance between being taught lasting dance principles and being encouraged to contribute to the class through structured improvisation activities. The use of nature, visual arts, and a rich movement base keeps the interest of our young students. Multifaceted music is provided to enrich the movement and foster an interest in musical styles. Course content is designed especially for boys and girls.

Modern Dance II for 9 to 16 years
Most often first encountered in college and university schooling, Modern Dance draws upon the
basic principles of performance dance while striving for innovative movement. It is established as one of the outstanding dance disciplines. This class is especially designed for this age group, both boys and girls, with exciting movement including body swings, floor rolls and leaps done to upbeat music.

Repertory for 9 to 16 year olds
This is a company class. We create new dances, reconstruct favorites and use students material to keep active dances that can be performed at events, concerts and special invitations.

Modern Dance III for 13 through adult
A class with a healthy approach to dance as a technique including floor work, center and across the floor as well as original choreography. This class is inter-generational by welcoming adolescents, college students and professional dancers of all ages.

Acting for 8 to 13 years
This class uses writing, voice, imagination, props and play as an entry into acting class as it supports movement performance.

Ballet for Modern Dancers for 8 to adult
A ballet format with a focus on basics including proper alignment, safe jumping, unison work, balance and form with a time for improvising and fun with ballet,

Improvisation for all ages
“A time to do your own dancing…” “Making things up on the spot…” “Just dance how you want…” All great first thoughts about improvisation which is also a studied technique and acclaimed performance style. Structured exercises and old favorites such as freeze dance can teach many desired dance skills in a fun way.

Composition
How to choreograph is part of Modern III and Repertory using traditional formats and new approaches. Both younger and older children are presented an opportunity to create their own shapes, phrases and eventually solos in class. Choreography is part of every class in that the students often are presented projects that invite dance-making.


© 2000 Germaine Mancke