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DONALD ACEVEDO BALLET,PILATES  Providence RI Cell Phone: 401-338-0436 EMAIL: WEBSITE: DONALD ACEVEDO Outstanding ballet teacher Donald Acevedo teaches private ballet classes for all levels. He is also teaches private pilates classes, and makes custom portable ballet barre's. posted 15June00.updated 08Jan07 JEFF ALLEN'S BALLROOM DANCE CLASSES SWING, SALSA, HUSTLE, BALLROOM, ARGENTINE TANGO,LATIN, WEDDING PREP 831 Charles Street Providence RI 02904 Phone: 401-331-1400 Email: Website: http://www.QuickstartBooks.com Private and semi-private lessons are taught 6 days and 5 weekday evenings in Salsa, East & West Coast Swing, Tango, Hustle, and all Latin dances. Wedding preparation is a specialty. See his class schedule posted 06Sep06.updated 9Dec07 FRED ASTAIRE DANCE STUDIOS BALLROOM,NIGHTCLUB 205 Weybosset St Across from Providence Performing Arts Center Providence RI Phone 401-331-0915 Fred Astaire Dance Studios cordially invites you to learn to dance the easy relaxed way. Let us prove our method is best. Private and group lessons. Open 9am-10pm updated 09Jul03 BODY MECHANICS dance/group exercise instrucot free lance HIP HOP,FUNK,KICKBOXING,CARDIO,PERSONAL TRAINING 477 Academy Ave Providence RI Phone: 401-286-6558 Dance & group exercise free-lance instructor Cyndy Klenk has been teaching hip-hop and funk for years and now teaches kick-boxing and cardio in various locations around Rhode Island and Massachusetts as well as being a personal trainer. She is available for events teach master classes in hip hop (Beginner thru Intermediate) for adults or children. posted 11May98.updated 08Aug05 THE CARRIAGE HOUSE SCHOOL BALLET,HIP HOP,POLYNESIAN,IMPROVISATION,MOVIE MAKING 7 Duncan Avenue Providence, RI 02906 Phone: 401-831-9479 Fax: 401-831-9479 Website: http://www.chouseschool.org/classes.html Home of Everett Dance Theatre, the Carriage House runs an extensive series of classes for children with some offerings for adults. CARRIAGE HOUSE 2007/2008 SCHEDULE Classes start September 10, 2007 The Carriage House School (7 Duncan Ave) has classes for youth and adults. Tell your friends, neighbors, children, children's friends, anyone who wants to dance, act and create in a really amazing space for arts and community! For information on CH's mentoring program, see http://www.chouseschool.org/mentor.html or call 401.831.9479. STORY BALLET Teacher: Racheel Jungels Monday 330pm-430pm (7-10 years) HIP HOP DANCE Teachers: Sokeo Ros & Edgar Viloria Monday & Wednesday 430pm-530pm (11-13 years) Monday & Wednesday 530pm-630pm (14-18 years) POLYNESIAN DANCE Teacher: Carolyn Castro Polynesian Dance Saturday 3:00 - 4:00 Beginner Saturday 4:00 - 5:00 Advanced MOVIEMAKING Teachers: Aaron Jungels and Edgar Viloria Wednesday 330pm-430pm (11-13 years) IMPROV FOR THEATER Teachers: Rachael Jungels, and Edgar Viloria Tuesday 330pm-430pm (11-13 years) MUSICAL THEATRE IMPROV Teachers: Rachael Jungels and Bertrand Laurence Thursday 330pm-430pm (11-13) Tuesday 530pm-630pm (14-18 years) Thursday 430pm-530pm (14-18 years) IMPROV FOR THEATER & FILM Teachers: Aaron and Rachael Jungels Tuesday 430pm-530pm (14-18 years) Thursday 530pm-630pm (14-18 years) MOVEMENT IMPROV Teachers: Rachael Jungels Friday 400pm-500pm (14-18 years) Class tuition: Ten week session 1 class per week: $100 2 classes per week: $150 3 classes per week: $210 Single Class: $10 Lower fees available for low income families. Scholarships available for mentorship program. posted 06Sep01.updated 8Aug07 CENTER OF THE ARTS-JAZZ,TAP,HIP HOP,BALLET see MODERN JAZZ DANCE CENTER OF THE ARTS (19Jan01) SEYDOU COULIBALY AFRICAN (MALI) Ashamu Dance Studio Brown University Between Brown and Thayer Streets just off of Waterman Street (follow the walkway-located next to the greenhouse) Providence RI 02906 Information: No phone listed Email: Website: http://hometown.aol.com/kdjosse/SeydouBio.html Seydou Coulibaly was born, raised, and taught dance in Mali. Sundays: 1 - 2 pm djembe(drum) class with Amara Bikaye Camara $7.00 per class 2 - 4 pm Dance class $10.00 per session (with Brown or RISD I.D. $7.00) Special Rate: Take both classes for only $14.00 posted Feb01.updated 28Dec02 CHRISTINA CRYAN BALLROOM,LATIN,SWING St.Martin's Church 50 Orchard Avenue (Between Butler & Wayland) Providence, RI 02906 Information: Sue Hill 508-878-5903 Email: Russell Monk - Instructor See schedule at riDance's Social Dance page. updated 11Jul03 CREATIVE DANCE PROVIDENCE CREATIVE DANCE Moved to Seekonk Massachusetts See more about Creative dance at at riDance's Creative Dance. posted 25May04.updated 10May06 THE DANCE CENTER See FESTIVAL BALLET DANCE CENTER THE EAST SIDE BALLET STUDIO BALLET,MODERN,JAZZ,TAP 114 George Street Providence RI Phone: 401.529.4391 Email: Website: www.jumpdancecompany.org Director: Mary Paula Hunter Level: 3 years to adult Classes of all kinds for children and teens. Intermediate classes in Jazz and Ballet for adults. Director Paula Hunter is a nationally known performance artist and dancer. Home of JUMP! a dance company for young people which encourages their self expression in choreography as well as in dance movement. posted 29Apr02.updated 08Oct06 FESTIVAL BALLET CENTER FOR DANCE EDUCATION BALLET,JAZZ,MODERN,HIP HOP,JAZZ,FLAMENCO 
825 Hope StreetProvidence RI Phone 401-353-1129 Email: Website: http://www.festivalballet.com Schedule (in PDF format): http://www.festivalballet.com/main%20%20template/pdf/Schedule%20List.pdf FESTIVAL BALLET 2007/2008 CLASS SCHEDULE 2007 Young Children's Division - Ages 3-8 Creative Movement (age 3 & 4) $105.00 /one class/wk for 9 weeks Monday 3:00-4:00 pm Tuesday 10:00-11:00 am Tuesday 3:00-4:00 pm Wednesday 10:00-11:00 am Wednesday 3:00-4:00 pm Thursday 3:00-4:00 pm Saturday 8:00-9:00 am Pre-Ballet I(age 5) $105.00/one class/wk Tuesday 4:00-5:00 pm Friday 3:00-4:00 pm Saturday 9:00-10:00 am Pre-Ballet II (age 6) $105.00/one class/wk Thursday 4:00-5:00 pm Friday 4:00-5:00 pm Saturday 8:30-9:30 am Pre-Ballet III (age 7) $105.00/one class/wk Wednesday 4:00-5:00 pm Thursday 5:00-6:00 pm Saturday 9:30-10:30 am Pre-Core Ballet (age 8) $160.00/one class/wk Saturday 11:30-1:00 pm Enrichment Division Beginner Jazz Saturday 1:00-2:00 pm Age 8-11 $105.00 Intermediate I Jazz Saturday 3:00-4:00 pm Age 10-13 $105.00 Intermediate II Jazz Saturday 2:00-3:00 pm Age 11-14 $105.00 Beg/Int Modern Tuesday 5:30-7:00 pm Age 9-12 $160.00 Intermediate Modern Tuesday 7:00-8:30 pm Age 13 + $160.00 Acting Tuesday 7:00-8:00 pm Age 11-14 $105.00 Adult Open Division Pilates Mat Class Wednesday 10:00-11:00 am Open Teen/Adult Class Class Card only Beginner Ballet Monday 6:30-8:00 pm Open Teen/Adult Class Class Card only Beg/Int Ballet (1-2 yrs) Tuesday 9:30-11:00 am Open Teen/Adult Class Class Card only Thursday 9:30-11:00 am Open Teen/Adult Class Class Card only Thursday 6:30-8:00 pm Open Teen/Adult Class Class Card only Intermediate Ballet Wednesday 6:30-8:00 pm Open Teen/Adult Class Class Card only Pilates Class Card - 9 class card $95.00 18 class card $175.00 Basic Class Card - 9 class card $145.00 18 class card $270.00 Note: Tuition is for each 9-week term There is a $25.00 registration fee for children/ $10.00 registration fee for adults which covers all 4 9-week terms. Core Ballet Division - Ages 8 to pre-professional Beginner Ballet I Monday 4:00-5:30 pm Ballet Technique Wednesday 5:00-6:30 pm Ballet Technique Beginner Ballet II Tuesday 4:00-5:30 pm Ballet Technique Saturday 10:30-12:00 pm Ballet Technique Saturday 12:00-12:30 pm Conditioning Beginner Ballet III Tuesday 5:00-7:00 pm Ballet Technique Tuesday 7:00-7:30 pm Conditioning Thursday 4:00-5:00 pm Character Saturday 12:30-2:30 pm Ballet Technique Thursday 5:00-5:30 pm Boys Intermediate I Monday 4:00-6:00 pm Ballet Technique Monday 6:30-7:00 pm Conditioning Wednesday 4:00-6:00 pm Ballet Technique Wednesday 6:00-6:30 pm Pointe Thursday 5:30-6:30 pm Character Friday 5:00-7:00 pm Ballet Technique t Friday 7:00-7:30 pm Pointe Intermediate II Monday 5:30-7:00 pm Ballet Technique Monday 7:00-8:00 pm Repertoire Wednesday 6:30-8:30 pm Ballet Technique Thursday 4:00-5:30 pm Ballet Technique Thursday 6:00-6:30 pm Pointe Thursday 6:30-7:30 pm Character Friday 4:00-5:30 pm Ballet Technique Friday 5:30-6:00 pm Conditioning Saturday 10:00-11:30 am Ballet Technique t Monday 7:00-7:30 pm Boys Intermediate III Monday 4:00-5:30 pm Ballet Technique Monday 5:30-6:30 pm Variations Wednesday 6:30-8:30 pm Ballet Technique Thursday 4:00-5:30 pm Ballet Technique Thursday 6:00-6:30 pm Pointe Thursday 6:30-7:30 pm Character Friday 4:00-5:30 pm Ballet Technique Friday 5:30-6:00 pm Conditioning Saturday 10:00-11:30 am Ballet Technique Advanced Tuesday 4:00-5:30 pm Ballet Technique Tuesday 5:30-6:30 pm Pointe Tuesday 6:30-7:00 pm Conditioning Wednesday 4:00-5:30 pm Ballet Technique Wednesday 5:30-6:30 pm Variations Thursday 5:30-7:00 pm Ballet Technique Thursday 7:00-8:00 pm Pointe Friday 4:00-5:30 pm Ballet Technique Saturday 10:00-11:30 am Ballet Technique updated 14Aug07 ROGER FUDGE SWING,SALSA 32 Sheldon Street Providence, RI Phone: 401-331-8765 Dates: Wednesdays Time: 6pm-7pm Price: $10.00 per workshop posted 29Dec01.updated 15Feb06 GROUNDWERX at formerly GROUNDFLOOR See PERISHABLE DANCE SPACE Salsa classes and Swing classes in Providence Rhode Island HEPCATS SWING,LINDY,SALSA,MERENGUE,ARGENTINE TANGO Instructor: Sarah Sloane Phone: 401-921-1898 Email: Four Locations in Providence, Narragansett and Fair Haven http://www.havetodance.com/hepcats HEPCATS teaches a more relaxed street style jitterbug emphasizing the single step and swing charleston which works well with today's faster swing music. If you have taken Beginning Swing, you can start in any of the Intermediate classes. You may repeat the Beginning Swing for FREE. Email Sarah to register. You can pay with check or cash 10 minutes before the class starts. Kids 11 yrs & up OK! No partner necessary. SloaneDance is available for special events - call for rates. Class schedules are posted at riLessons. updated 28Mar08 HOP TO THE BEAT HIP HOP Perishable Theatre 95 Empire Street Providence, RI 02903 Email: Website: http://www.hoptothebeat.com/hip_hop.html Hip Hop Classes Taught by David Liberge 2007 HIP HOP CLASSES Wednesdays Time: 7:15-8:30pm Thursday Evenings (3 week sessions), 7:15-8:30pm April 3, 10, 17, 2008 May 8, 15, 22, 2008 June 5, 12, 19, 2008 Cost per person: Any one Regular Session (each session covers 3 weeks of lessons)...$40 Classes emphasize body isolations and movement while learning a fun routine. Classes are taught in 3 week sessions (one 65 minute lesson per week for 3 weeks) with each session working on a different routine. They are non-partner, no experience is required and you can start with any session. Instructor David Liberge is an accomplished Hip Hop dancer, choreographer and member of the award-winning Street Hop team. Social dancers may find that Hip Hop classes improves body control which helps in partner dancing, and this style of hip hop helps lindy dancers with their syncopations. Hop To The Beat is a well known dance school in Massachusetts specializing in lindy style swing dance and the dances associated with lindy. Every summer they produce the world famous Bean Town Lindy Camps. More information, on-line registration and directions are available at: HOP TO THE BEAT (will take you off riDance) or email Tony and Aurelie at . updated 28Mar08 NELIA LAWTON BALLROOM, TAP, JAZZ, BALLET Phone 401-245-1119 Bringing It All Together! See PB&J THE LEARNING CONNECTION BALLROOM, SALSA, LATIN, TANGO, SWING, BALLET, TAP, MODERN, YOGA, PILATES, BELLY DANCE,NEW AGE,SACRED, LATIN JAZZ, KICKBOXING, FENCING 201 Wayland Avenue Providence RI 02906 Phone 401-274-9330 0r 800-432-5520 Email: Website: http://www.learnconnect.com Since its 1981 inception, Learning Connection/Providence has been offering a variety of movement and dance and has become a leader in the field of individual and corporate training. They are now recognized as one of the most well-managed programs of its kind in the world. Tracy Rose teaches swing and ballroom classes in Providence. (See riDance's Social Dance Class page for schedules.) Beverly Parsons teaches ballet and tap in East Providence. Some semesters you will also find Middle Eastern (usually Belly Dance), Sacred and New Age dance forms. Please check their website. (posted 12May00/updated 14Jan05) RICHARD MADDALENA BALLROOM see SIMPLY BALLROOM or call 401-831-8353 Email: Richardchaone@aol.com Ballroom dance schedule at riDance's Social Dance MODERN JAZZ DANCE COMPANY CENTER OF THE ARTS JAZZ,TAP,BALLET,HIPHOP,AEROBICS,YOGA Director Elaine Colaneri Member DEA of NY and RI Dance Alliance 208 King Phillip Street Providence RI 02909 Phone 401-521-6226 Website: http://www.freewebs.com/modernjazzdance/index.html Floor: ballet & jazz wood/ tap on tile over wood Call for class availability. Schedule changes often. Beginners to Professionals - Children to Adults Stressing both enjoyment and professional training.(Elaine Colaneri is one of RI's best known dance teachers and choreographers) Pre-School - Ballet - Tap - Jazz - Hip-Hop Children's Classes in Pre-School Ballet (ages 4-5) - Tap & Ballet (ages 6 and up) - Jazz & Hip-Hop (ages 10 and up) - Teen and Adult Classes also available in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip-Hop FORMER STUDENTS Gerri Lallo - is a dance educator in the Providence public school system Jamie Norcini - now lives in New York City after graduating from Juilliard in dance. He sings, acts and dances in theatre, film and television. Dante Sciarra - went on to a career of jazz and theatrical dance all over the country as well as on Broadway and at RI's Theatre By The Sea Marisa Vincent - Coach and choreographer for URI's Ramettes as well as Hip Hop Dance Teacher at MJDC  MJDC WORKSHOP Ballet Workshop with Victor Carnesolta Modern Jazz Dance Company Center of the Arts 208 King Phillip Street Providence RI 02909 Information: 401-521-6226 Date: Tuesday October 9, 2007 Time: 615pm-730pm Level: intermediate/advanced Registration: required Price: $15.00 Instructor: Victor Carnesolta Victor was trained in Cuba at the Escuela de Arts in Camaquey Principal dancer with the Ballet of Cuba. He has toured internationally and in the United States. In New England he has performed with the Ballet Theatre of Boston, Island Moving Company and Cadence Dance Project. updated 5Oct07 MOTION CENTER YOGA,MOVMENT THERAPY,AFRICAN,SALSA,ETHNIC DANCE Village Health Company 271B South Main Street Providence, RI, 02903 Phone: 401.338.5466 Email: Website: http://www.motioncenter.com Director: Kaeli Abrahams Sutton, LMT, RYT Centrally located on the East Side of Providence and minutes walk from downtown, Motion Center is a studio for bodywork and movement classes. All programs share the goal of helping students learn the language of the body—the essential tool of healthy and vibrant movement. Motion Center offers classes in African, Salsa, Step, Modern, yoga, gyrokinesis, Dynamic Movement, Bellydance, Meditation and more. (Find out more about gyrokinesis at http://www.gyrotonic.com/gyrokinesis.htm) MOTION CENTER SUMMER 2007 CLASS SCHEDULE May through August Monday 530-7pm Iyengar Yoga; level 2 7:30-9pm Ashtanga Yoga, all levels Tuesday 5:30-7pm American Belly Dance intermediate 730-9pm Nia; all levels Wednesday 2:30-3:30pm Mom and Baby Yoga (pre-registration only) 530-7pm Iyengar Yoga; all levels 730-9pm Stretch and Relax Hatha Yoga; all levels Thursday 6-715pm Iyengar Yoga; level 1 730-9pm African Dance; all levels Friday 530-7pm American Belly Dance, beginning 7:30-8:30pm Shimmy Madness (2nd and 4th Fridays of each month, all levels) Ends June 22nd 8-10pm Contact Improv Jam (1st and 3rd Friday's of each month) Call 744-1549 to confirm Saturday 4:30-6pm Sabar African Dance (preregistration only) Sunday 11:15am-12:45pm PreNatal/Mom and Baby Yoga (pre-registration only) 530-7pm Iyengar Yoga; levels 1 & 2 Class Descriptions: African Dance - Drawing from the dances of Senegal, Guinea and Mali, these highly aerobic classes introduce students to the basic vocabulary and history of West African Dance. Appropriate for all levels - BEGINNERS WELCOME!!! American Belly Dance - a unique form that has its roots in classical Middle Eastern dance. This class presents basic elements used to create short combinations. Undulations, shimmies, isolations and traveling steps are covered, along with how to seamlessly transistion between them. Beginners come to learn in a supporting and non-competitive environment. More experienced dancers come to deepen their understanding of the basics and practice. Ashtanga Yoga - Challenge yourself as you are led through the primary series of Ashtanga yoga. The focus of the class is on movement coordinated with breath (vinyasa), focal points (drishti) and use of energetic locks (bandhas) to detoxify, purify and realign the body. This is the first of six series of the Ashtanga system as taught by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois of Mysore, India. Students will learn sun salutations, standing poses, seated postures and backbends. All levels welcome. Belly Dance (Saturdays) - Learn the ancient form of belly dance as you reclaim your beauty, dignity and sexual power. Learn its origin, hip drops/accents, hip & chest circles, snake arms, undulations, shimmies, floor patterns, myteries of the veil and the true power of your belly. We stive to provide a safe and welcoming atmosphere in order for you to blossom! All levels welcome. Contact Improv - Partner improv usually done without music. A good may to increase your partnering skills. Intermediate movers jump right in, beginners are led through the process. Guest Teacher Workshops - Workshops with master teachers in yoga, meditation, dance and movement arts. Workshops include Advanced Asana Practice, Breathwork, Intuitive Movement, Salsa & Merengue, Contemporay African Dance, Contact Improvisation, Modern Dance and more. Iyengar Yoga - A method of Hatha Yoga developed over the past 70 years by yoga master B.K.S. Iyengar. This approach emphasizes postural alignment, the use of props to facilitate learning and therapeutic sequences for specific conditions. Iyengar Yoga develops strength, flexibiity, concentration and clarity and is suitable for students of every age and fitness level. Nia - Also called Neuromuscular Integrative Action, NIA is a cardiovascular program that uses whole-body, expressive, grounded movement to achieve physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual fitness and well-being. Through a fusion of Eastern and Western movement and dance techniques, Nia gives people of all ages and fitness levels a way to explore the way their own bodies work as they develop greater ease and pleasure in movement. Prenatal Yoga/Mother & Baby yoga - Through gentle strengthening, stretching and breath exercises, expectant and new mothers will explore the changes their bodies are undergoing, and prepare for the brilliant and intense experience of childbirth and mothering. Special emphasis is placed on developing core strength and mental focus and calm. Shimmy Madness - a come one, come all free-flow dance party. Shake what your momma gave ya. Shake your money maker. Shake it, don't break it. This one hour aerobic workout uses basic belly dance movements and introduces all of the shimmies. It's fun, it's challenging and it's great exercise. Stretch and Relax Hatha Yoga - Relieve stress, stretch and relax in this restorative class based on the principles of Hatha Yoga. Explore how and where we hold tension in the body and learn ways to stretch that promote the relaxation of muscle tension and allow for greater flexibility, stamina and strength. This is a class for all ages, physiques and levels of fitness. We will modify all postures as necessary to accommodate your personal level and to provide a safe and sure way to health, vitality and wellbeing. posted 20Aug04.updated 7Jun07 CONTACT IMPROV AT THE MOTION CENTER IMPROV Brown University Hillel 80 Brown Street corner of Brown and Angell Streets Providence, RI Dates: Wednesdays/Thursdays Time: 8pm-10pm Price: $5.00 Phone: 401-351-5747 Email: Contact improv jam at The Motion Center . Starts up with a warm up and merges into jam. Call for dates posted 12Nov06.updated 28Sep07 OFF THE CURB HIP HOP HIP HOP Perishable Theater Studio 95 Empire St (3rd floor) Providence RI 02903 Contact: Jackie Henderson Phone: 401-847-2872 Email: Off the Curb Dance Classes are back in Providence!!! HIP HOP DANCE CLASSES WITH JACKIE HENDERSON Tuesdays ongoing Time: 7pm Price: $10.00 per class!!! NO street shoes or black soled shoes in the studio!! Knee pads are a good idea!!! posted 14Oct05.updated 1Jan08 PB&J BALLROOM,JAZZ,TAP,FORMATION Director-Nelia Lawton Mailing address 5 Juniper Street Barrington, RI 02806 Phone: 401-245-1119 Email: Website: www.nelialawton.net The dance company, Providence Theatrical Ballroom and Jazz Project (PB&J), offers ballroom lessons and workshops in various locations as well as their main location below. Barrington Community School Middle Highway (corner of Middle Highway and Lincoln Avenue) Barrington RI Their current schedule can be found in riDance's Social Dance Class section. updated 07Jan02.08Jan07 PERISHABLE DANCE SPACE formerly Groundwerx Belly, Modern, Hip Hop, Yoga Director: Amy Budd 95 Empire St (3rd floor) Providence RI 02903 Phone: 401-331-2695x102 Email: classes@perishable.org Web Site: http://www.perishable.org The space consists of a 30' x 40' sprung marley floor, mirrors and barres, has great natural light, and features a restroom equipped with a shower. ........................................................ DANCE & MOVEMENT CLASSES WINTER/SPRING 2007 Unless noted below, Walkins are Welcome to all classes Perishable Classes Tuesdays 5:00-6:30pm Belly dance with Zaharah Debbie 'Zaharah' Korkmaz has performed all over the world. Her teaching style is fun and encouraging and her knowledge of Middle Eastern cultures is vast. She makes regular trips to Turkey to purchase inventory for her shop and studio, Dance Oasis in Warwick, RI Wednesdays 5:00-6:00pm Yoga with Manuela Birner Manuela holds a 200-hour certification and is a Yoga Alliance RYT (registered yoga teacher). She has been a student of yoga for 10 years and been teaching for 6. She specializes in a 'Gentle Touch' approach with emphasis on making her yoga class accessible to all ages and fitness levels. She is also a dancer and avid student of alternative modalities such as Reiki and T'ai Chi. Saturdays, 10:30-Noon: Modern Dance with Peter Deffet Begins with a pilates/yoga warm-up, moves into a basic modern dance technique portion (plies, tendues, etc.) and a chunk of choreography, and finishes off with a good stretch! A fun, exhilarating way to try a new dance form or polish up your chops. A Perishable Resident Artist, Peter Deffet has performed puppetry and dance in NYC, Boston and Cambridge as well as locally. His current works include The Stooge and White Bread Waltz with Nikki Carrara. Peter has trained with Brian Jeffrey, Melody Ruffin-Ward, and Daniel McCusker. Classes cost $13 singly or $10 each for punch cards of 6 or more. You may use your card at any class in the RUSH HOUR series. Call Amy at 331-2695 ext. 102 for more information. Hip Hop Classes Off the Curb Tuesdays at 630pm - 730pm $10.00 per class Hop To The Beat Thursdays at 6:30-8:00pm $35 for 3 class session updated 14Jan07 PROVIDENCE BALLET BALLET,JAZZ,MODERN 
194 Oxford StProvidence RI 02905 Phone 401-861-4842 Email: ProvBallet@cox.net Director: Eva Marie Pacheco Year End presentation: June tba 2008 This very well-known studio with excellent teachers offers many classes for children and adults in ballet, jazz and modern. A second studio, Providence Ballet II, is located in East Greenwich. PROVIDENCE BALLET SCHEDULE - 2007/2008 September 4, 2007 - June 28, 2008 MONDAY 3:30-4:30 Ballet III (8-9 yr olds) 4:30-5:30 Jazz II( 8-9 yr olds) 6:00-7:30 Adult Intermediate Ballet TUESDAY 4:30-5:30 Ballet IV( 10 yrs & up) 5:30-6:30 Jazz IV (10 yrs & up) 6:30-8:00 Adult Modern class with Michael Bolger starts October 4 WEDNESDAY 4:00-5:30 Intermediate I(12 yrs & up) 5:30-6:30 Modern(11yrs & up) 6:30-8 :00 Beg. - Int. Adult Ballet THURSDAY 4:00-4:45 Pre-Ballet(5 yr olds) 4:45-5:45 Ballet II(6-8 yrs) 5:45-6:30 Jazz I(6-8 yrs old) 6:30-8:00Adult Jazz SATURDAY 9:30-10:15 Creative-Movement(3-4 year olds) 10:15-11:15 Ballet IV(10 yrs & up) 11:15-12:30 Intermediate I(12 yrs & up) 12:30-2:00 Int./Adv Ballet SESSIONS September 4-February 2 February 4-June 28 CLASS BREAKS Columbus Holiday October 8 Thanksgiving break Nov. 22-Nov. 25 Holiday break December 23-January 1 Winter break February 18-23 Spring break April 14-19 Memorial Day May 26 TUITION Fees apply to each 8 week session Divided into three payments per session 45-min. class $91.00 I hour class $98.00 1 1/2 hr class $101.50 Registration fee payable once a year - $30.00 per family Adult classes: $15.00 per class/$100.00 for 10 class card. College students wt ID: $10.00 per class/$80.00 for 10 class card updated 28Sep07 PROVIDENCE CIRCUS SCHOOL CLOSED JUNE 2007 Judith Plotz 104 Eleventh Street Providence RI 02906 Phone 401-351-9211 Email: jplotz@aol.com Founded in 1998 by Director Judith Plotz, the Providence Circus School offers classes in circus disciplines including juggling, unicycling, clowning, pyramid formation, and acrobatics for young people ages ten through 18. Classes are offfered in Fall, Winter, and Spring sessions. See Providence Circus School for class information. CAMP BROADWAY Providence Performing Art Center 220 Weybosset Street Providence RI Phone: 401-421-2997 x3105 Email: cgoldsmith@ppacri.org Date: August 8-12, 2005 Deadline: August 1, 2005 Camp Broadway always sells out before July. Get your application in as soon after PPAC opens the registrations (late March?) Time: 830am-5pm Ages: ages 10-17 Price: $650.00 (scholarship possible) Website: http://www.campbroadway.com Website: http://www.ppacri.org/campinfo/index.cfm includes printable registration & scholarship application forms (You must have Adobe Acrobat on your computer to access the forms) CAMP BROADWAY Designed for children who are seriously interested in acting, singing and dancing, Camp Broadway offers 40 hours of master classes in these fields. The price includes lunch, juice & snacks. In addition to camp faculty, classes are taught by working Broadway professionals and other guest teachers. Students are encouraged to talk to visiting professionals (from RI and New York) during lunch breaks. A limited number of scholarships are available through the sponsorship of the Providence Journal. Camp Broadway is the recipient of the Educational Theatre Association's 2002 Standing Ovation Award. Posted 16Mar04.updated 09Apr05 PROVIDENCE COLLEGE JUNE 2007 OPEN DANCE AT PC MODERN,BALLET,JAZZ,PILATES Smith Center for the Arts Providence College 549 River Avenue Providence RI 02918-0001 Information: 401-865-2327 Date: June 4 through 29, 2007 Monday 930am-11am...Intermediate Ballet with Eva Marie Pacheco Tuesday 930am-11am...Advanced Modern with Heidi Henderson Wednesday 930am-11am...Intermediate Jazz with Lindsay Craven 11am-12noon...Pilates with Melody Ruffin-Ward Thursday 930am-11am...Advanced Modern with Heidi Henderson Friday 930am-11am...Beginner/Intermediate Modern with Nikki Carrara Age: Adults Price: $10 per class, $8 for pilates, $5 for full-time students Here's a rare chance to get in a good solid month of dance with great teachers! Heidi Henderson - Advanced Modern Heidi Henderson's technique class will sharpen your brain and warm you up while you enjoy the sheer joy of Heidi's loopy movements. Her classes are attended by many of RI's top modern dancers, students and teachers. Eva Marie Pacheco - Intermediate Ballet Eva Marie Pacheco, a well-known choreographer and director of Providence Ballet, will be teaching the Intermediate ballet. Nikki Carrara - Beginner/Intermediate Modern Nikki Carrara dances with Boston choreographer Danny McCuster as well as choreographs for herself and a roving band of dancers. Melody Ruffin-Ward - Pilates Melody Ruffin-Ward is a dancer and RIC professor. Lindsay Craven - Intermediate Jazz Lindsay teaches dance at Salve Regina and Providence College. Directions: Enter the PC campus from River Avenue - take Eaton Street. Turn into the fourth left (counting all streets and PC entrances). Smith parking lot is first lot on the left. Go in the main door of the building (it is facing a grassy quad) enter thru the lobby, take a left as if you're entering the gallery and then go right down the hallway. The dance studio is at the end of the hallway on your left. Rated DNM (do not miss) by riDance!!! Posted 01May06.updated 4Apr07 RHODE ISLAND COLLEGE MODERN Melcer Dance Studio Nazarian Center Rhode Island College 600 Mt Pleasant Ave Providence RI 02908-1991 Admission $8 per class Rhode Island community dancers are invited to participate in open Dance Company classes with visiting choreographers at the very low price of $8.00 a class. Classes tend to be offered in January, August & November Open Dance Company Class with Art Bridgman and Myrna Packer November 5 to 7, & 9, 2007 Time: November 5 to 7 & 9 from 430 to 6pm, November 10 from 10 to 1130am Price: $8.00 per class Level: Intermediate and advanced Open Dance Company Class with Douglas Dunn January 7 to 11, 2007 Time: 10 to 1130am Price: $8.00 per class Level: Intermediate and advanced Open Dance Company Class with Andrea Woods Melcer Dance Studio Nazarian Center Rhode Island College 600 Mt Pleasant Ave Providence RI 02908-1991 January 15 to 19, 2007 Time: 10 to 1130am Price: $8.00 per class Level: Intermediate and advanced updated 4Oct07 RHODE ISLAND FENCING ACADEMY FOIL,EPEE,SABER,PENTATHALON The Metropolitan Center (The Met Center) 325 Public Street Providence, RI 02905 Phone: 401-245-7902 Email: info@islandfencing.com Website: http://www.islandfencing.com/index.htm The Rhode Island Fencing Academy offers classes for fencers of all levels, as well as for those who are eager to become fencers. Classes are seven weeks long with a weekly hour-long class. At the conclusion of each semester the Academy holds an electric tournament for all enrolled students. Additional locations in Warren, RI and East Greenwich, RI (including a summer camp). (posted 16Feb04) RISING STAR DANCE ACADEMY 725 Branch Ave Providence RI 02909 Phone: 401-272-2236 (posted 06Jul03) DANTE SCIARRA JAZZ Phone: 212-636-9406 Cell Phone: 401-965-0731 Dancinman1@aol.com Broadway dancer, Dante Sciarra usually returns to Rhode Island between shows. When in town, he is available to teach his very popular high energy Master Classes in studios throughout Rhode Island and New England. Contact him to find out more. (posted 08Jun02) SARAH SLOANE SWING, LINDY, SALSA, LATIN, ARGENTINE TANGO See SLOANE DANCE SIMPLY BALLROOM-BALLROOM/SWING/LATIN 680 Douglas Avenue Providence, RI Phone 401-831-8353 Email RichardChaOne@aol.com Director/Owner: Richard Maddalena Beginner Group Classes Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursdays 7pm to 8pm Private Lessons Available (Posted 08Apr04/Updated 28Jul04) JOHN & DEE SOARES COUNTRY,POLKA,NIGHTCLUB,LINE DANCE Providence RI Phone: 1-401-345-6520 Email: DSoares221@aol.com Website: http://www.JohnDeeDance.com Instructors: John & Dee Soares John & Dee Soares have been dancing and teaching together for over 10 years. They welcome people of all ages and dance backgrounds to our lessons and dances, and teach social dance and competitive country dancing at all over New England. John & Dee are members of UCWDC, and are Division 1 Classic Competitors. Lessons or coaching available in Waltz, Polka, Two Step, East Coast & West Coast swing, Triple two step, Cha Cha and Night Club. (posted 26Nov04) SOCIAL DANCE SCHOOL - BALLROOM,LATIN & SWING Congregational Church 296 Angell St Providence RI Phone 401-351-2927 info@socialdanceschool.com http://www.socialdanceschool.com Teacher: Anastasia Christie Learn to Dance! It’s Fun, it’s Energizing and best of all it's Emotionally Rewarding! Come alone or with a friend. Young or Mature, Two Left Feet or One of each, You are guaranteed to have a great time and be able to dance on your very first day of class! Wedding Day dance lessons are available for couples, as well as their friends and relatives on group or individual basis. Your busy schedule is considered, flexible hours by appointment. Discounts are available. Dances taught: Swing, Foxtrot, Waltz, Rumba, Salsa, Bachata, Merengue & Cha-Cha-Cha. See riDance's Social Dance page for the schedule. (posted 05Mar05) | ||
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| ART & PAT ANTHONY SQUARE DANCE Square Dance Callers and Instructors 56 Kelley Avenue Rumford RI 02916 Phone 401-434-2309 Email: artandpat@msn.com BMI/ASCAP licensed. (posted 14Jul03) BAYSIDE SCHOOL OF DANCE BALLET, TAP, JAZZ Beverly Parsons-Artistic Director 30 Mary Avenue East Providence RI Phone 401-435-4908 Email: tapping5678@aol.com Adult (including seniors) and child (3years and up) classes available. Open House: Tuesday, August 3 & Wednesday, September 1, 2004 from 3pm to 7pm Classes begin the week of September 13, 2004 Beginner young child classes (age 3-6) will be held on Saturday mornings. Adult ballet is on Thursday evenings and an adult tap class will be held on Wednesday evenings. Classes run Tuesday thru Saturday but the complete schedule is not yet available. (posted 12Sep01/updated 30Jul04) BELLE'S SCHOOL OF DANCE 368 Waterman Ave East Providence RI Phone 401-434-7040 (posted 11May98/07Jan02) CAJUN AND ZYDECO DANCE CLASSES WITH MICHELLE KAMINSKY CAJUN,ZYDECO Trinity Brotherhood Hall 146 Sutton Avennue East Providence RI Information: 401 246-2720 New Classes start September 2005 REGISTER IN ADVANCE and AND GET $5. off!! any two sets of classes Sign up with a friend; get another $5. off the total, for both of you!! Due to Michelle's crazy schedule, these classes are offered only once a year. Classes fill quickly, so don't miss out!!! Pre-registration required PLEASE register NOW! Michelle Kaminsky is one on RI's best known cajun and zydeco teachers and a member of the wonderful Magnolia cajun band. Posted 03Sep03/updated 30Jul05 DANCE SCENE II JAZZ,TAP,BALLET,POINTE Jennifer Sparks & Stephanie Marandola - co-directors 2399 Pawtucket Ave East Providence RI Phone 401-438-5211 3 years thru adult A small relaxed studio which focuses on building self-esteem as students learn dance. Adult classes in jazz. posted May98.updated 14Jan02 FABULOUS FEET 83 South Rose East Providence RI Phone 401-435-3338 posted 06Jul03 RIVERSIDE DANCE CENTER BALLET,TAP,JAZZ,ACROBATICS,GYMNASTICS, HIP-HOP,CHEERLEADING,BODYWORK (formerly Jo-Ann's Dance Studio) Director: Jo-Ann Donnelly - Member of Dance Teachers' Club of Boston Assistant Director: Shannon Ashton - Member Dance Teachers' Club of Boston Tested & certified to teach dance Ages: Pre school to Adult 443 Willet Ave Riverside RI Phone 401-433-4671 Email: DANCEJO1@aol.com Website: http://www.riversidedancecenter.com GREAT EXERCISE-JOIN THE FUN!! RIVERSIDE DANCE CENTER 2007/2008 SCHEDULE Monday 3:00-3:45 Private Lesson 4:00-5:00 Sr. Co. Tap (Ms. Jo-Ann) 5:00-6:30 Sr. Co. Jazz (Ms. Shannon) 6:30-7:30 Competitive Hip Hop (Ms. Shannon) 7:45-9:30 Sophisticated Ladies - Adult-competitive (Ms. Jo-Ann) Tuesday 4:00-5:00 Jr. Co. Jazz (Ms. Jo-Ann) 5-5:45 Pre Co. Tap (Ms. Jo-Ann) 5:45-6:30 Pre Co. Jazz (Ms. Shannon) 6:30-7:30 Acrobatics II (Ms. Shannon) 7:30-8:30 Jr. Co. Lyric (Miss Sandra) Wednesday 4-4:45 Grades5-Teen -Lyrical /Ballet (Ms. Jo-Ann) 4:45-5:30 Grades5-Teen- Tap (Ms. Jo-Ann) 5:30-6:15 Hip-Hop -Grades 4- 7 (Ms. Shannon) 6:15-6:45 Private Lesson 6:45-7:30 Private lesson 7:30-8:30-Sr. Co. Lyric (Miss Sandra) 8:30-9:30-Modern (Teen-Adult) (Miss Sandra) Thursday 3:30-4:15 Private Lesson 4:30-5:15 "Mad Hot" Beginner Ballroom for kids- (grades K-6) 5:45-6:45 Adult Stretch & Tone (Ms. Jo-Ann) 6:45-7:30 Adult Beginner/Int. Tap (Ms. Jo-Ann) (Townie Tappers!) Saturday 9-9:45-Creative Movement- Preschool (Ms. Shannon & Miss Jesse) 10-11- Kinderdance (Miss. Sandra & Miss Jesse) 11:15-12:15- Ballet/Tap-Grades 1-3 (Ms. Jo-Ann) 12:30-1:15- Pre Jazz/Hip-Hop Grades 1-3 (Ms. Shannon) 1:30-2:30-Acrobatics I (Ms. Shannon & Miss Jesse) 2:30-3:15- Private Lesson 3:30-4:30 Pre & Jr. Co. Ballet technique (Miss Shana) 4:30-5:30 Sr. Co. Ballet/ Pointe Technique (Miss Shana) updated 22Aug07 RENAISSANCE DANCE ACADEMY DANCE,GYMNASTICS,CHEER 885 Waterman Ave East Providence RI 02914 Phone 401-435-0159 Email: admin@RenaissanceAcademy-RI.com Website: http://www.renaissanceacademy-ri.com Under new management as of Summer 06 posted 30Jul05.updated 27Jun06 RI GYMNASTIC VILLAGE INC 411 Narragansett Park Dr East Providence RI Phone 401-434-1118 STUDIO 131 BALLET,TAP,JAZZ,ACROBATICS,HIP HOP 912 Broadway East Providence RI 02914 Phone 401-383-6467 Email: twinkletoes01310@aol.com Director: Lisa Gobin Children from 2 1/2 years thru teens. Adults are welcome posted 17Oct01.updated 13Aug02 SUSAN'S SCHOOL OF DANCE TAP,JAZZ,LYRICAL Director: Susan Messier 200 Newport Ave Rumford RI Phone 401-434-5162 updated 01May03 | ||
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CHERYL'S SCHOOL OF DANCE BALLET,JAZZ,TAP,HIP HOP,MODERN,LYRICAL,ACROBATICS,VOICE,ACTING,SWING,SALSA 1530 Mineral Spring Ave North Providence RI Phone 401-353-5620 Director: Cheryl Garganese-Trottier - member of Dance Teacher's Club of Boston and Dance Master's of America. Ages: 2 through adult Levels: preschool through professional Cheryl's School of Dance has been in business for 28 years. Its students have performed in Disney World, Carnigie Hall, The Big Red Boat and the Royal Caribbean Cruise Line. Cheryl's also offers Mommy and Me classes for ages 18 months to 4 yrs and Monday night salsa and swing classes for adults and teens updated 29Aug07 DANCE WORKSHOP JAZZ,BALLET,HIP HOP,TAP,ACROBATICS,POINTE,LYRICAL,CREATIVE MOVEMENT 1759 Mineral Spring Ave North Providence RI Phone 401-353-0640 Email: danceworkshop1759@yahoo.com Ages: 2years thru adult Director: Lisa Gallagher We offer fun filled classes to keep your children in shape and out of trouble. They learn dance skills and have a wonderful time. Great classes for you and/or your children! - C'mon and join us and Dance Dance Dance! updated 16Dec04 THE EDGE HIP HOP,JAZZ,MODERN,BALLET,TAP,LYRICAL,PILATES,CARDIO,FITNESS,YOGA,BALLROOM 
The Mill 2nd Floor4 Warren Avenue (Next to the NP Boys & Girls Club off Woonasquatucket Avenue) North Providence, RI 02911 Phone 401-330-0612 Email: theedgedancecenter@hotmail.com Website: http://www.freewebs.com/theedgedancecenter Artistic Directors: Christina DiBiasio and Meaghan DeFedele Ages: 2 through adult Classes are $10 each - monthly discount rates and gift certificates are available. We also offer daily 45 minute crunch classes for $5 each. There is a one time registration fee of $15. Floor: Marley over wood Located in an historic mill with over three thousand square feet of space in 2 beautiful dance studios. The Edge Dance Center has programs of study available for the serious / professional track dancer as well as the recreational dancer. The Edge also accepts walk-ins year round. Classes are also great in addition to already ongoing dance instruction. The school is available for birthday parties for dance and martial arts as well as Pilates parties and Desperate Housewives parties (in home or in studio). THE EDGE FALL 2007 SCHEDULE Classes are ongoing and participants/walk-ins are welcome Fitness class are running throughout the summer Dance classes start September 8, 2007 Monday: 6:00 - 7:00 Cardio Kickboxing (w/Matt) 6:00 - 6:45 Hip Hop 6:45 - 7:30 Jazz 7:30 - 8:15 Tap Tuesday: 5:15 - 6:15 Fitness 6:15 - 7:15 Tap 7:15 - 8:00 Hip Hop 8:00 - 9:15 Modern 6:30 - 8:00 Stretch, Strut, & Shimmy (with Briana Masterson) Wednesday: 4:00 - 5:00 Pilates 5:00 - 6:00 Jazz/Technique 6:00 - 7:00 Tap 7:00 - 8:00 Hip Hop 8:00 - 8:30 Jumps, Leaps, and Turns Thursday: 5:15 - 6:15 Cardio Kickboxing (w/Matt) 7:30 - 8:30 Hip Hop Saturday: 8:30 -9:30 Pilates 9:30 - 10:00 Crunch 10:00 - 10:45 Ballet/Creative Movement 10:45 - 11:15 Tap posted 14Oct05.updated 2Sep07 NEON DANCE THEATRE BALLET,JAZZ,TAP CLOSED 2005 The Edge opened in the same location in 2005 The Mill 2nd Floor 4 Warren Avenue (Next to the NP Boys & Girls Club off Woonasquatucket Avenue) North Providence, RI Phone 401-232-1231 Email: jazzygel5678@aol.com Angelica Cardenta-Vessella Director Home of the Vessella Dance Project JODY RUDNIK CAJUN,ZYDECO,SWING,MASSAGE Phone 401-965-4578 Email: zydejody@hotmail.com Private lessons for singles or couples-30.00 an hour per person. Available for special events-rates vary. (Jody has taught cajun and zydco for many well known venues including Sals's and, of course, Rhythm & Roots.) She is also a massage therapist who practices in North Providence Fall thru Spring and on Block Island in the Summers. (updated 19Aug03) TO THE POINTE OF PERFORMING ARTS BALLET,TAP,BOYS TAP,POINTE,JAZZ,LYRICAL,HIPHOP,BREAKDANCE Opening September 2007! 1525 Smith Street North Providence Phone: 401-942-5554 Fax: 401-942-5554 Email: Dancin2thepointe@aol.com Website: http://www.tothepointeofperformingarts.com Director: Sheri Masiello Second studio located in Cranston. TO THE POINTE OF PERFORMING ARTS FALL 2007 SCHEDULE Classes start September 4, 2007 CREATIVE MOVEMENT: Ages 18 months - 2 years (Mommy/Daddy & Me) This class is 30 minutes long and allows children to participate in fun musical expression. Through dance, music, repetition, imagry, and animation, children work on their gross motor skills. Through organized class structure, children learn how to be patient, take turns, and follow the leader. Although it starts off with mommy or daddy, the goal of this level it to be able to participate in the entire class without their parents. When a child seems ready,we will recommend that she or he be moved into a Pre-Tiny Toes class. CLASSES AVAILABLE: Thursdays 9:00am w/ Mrs. Alicia Saturdays 8:30am w/Miss Kristi PRE-TINY TOES (Ages 2) This class is 45 minutes long and teaches the children 20 minutes of Pre-Ballet and 20 Minutes of Pre-Tap. This class combines Creative Movement with Dance, preparing our students to be ready for Tiny Toes. In this class, dancers will learn Ballet and Tap terminology that is appropriate for their age. They will work on their gross motor skills, and memorization skills. Class discipline promotes the growth of patience, leadership, taking turns, listening, and engaging in class conversation. Our staff is nurturing as we watch these tiny dancers learn and grow. CLASSES AVAILABLE: Thursdays 9:30am w/ Mrs. Alicia Saturdays 8:30am w/ Ms. Denise TINY TOES: (ages 3&4) This class is 1 hour long and teaches the children 30 minutes of Ballet and 30 Minutes of Tap. In this class, dancers will learn Ballet and Tap terminolgy that is appropriate for their age. They will participate in Barre Work, Center Work, Follow Alongs, Corner Work and Variations. Creative Dance Games help to instill lessons and terminology that are taught throughout the class. Self esteem and positive self concept grow as they mature and are able to do more and more every week. Our staff is nurturing and patient as these budding ballerinas explore and grow. CLASSES AVAILABLE: Tuesdays 4-5pm w/ Mrs. Alicia Thursdays 11:15am-12:15 w/ Mrs. Alicia Thursdays 4-5pm w/ Mrs. Sheri Saturdays 9:15-10:15 w/ Ms Denise SMALL FRIES: (ages 5 & 6) This class is 1 hour long and teaches the children 30 minutes of Ballet and 30 Minutes of Tap. In this class, dancers will learn Ballet and Tap terminolgy that is appropriate for their age. They will participate in Barre Work, Center Work, Follow Alongs, Corner Work and Variations. Creative Dance Games lessen as new dance steps emerge. They will learn at least 10-15 more dance steps in this level than that of Tiny Toes, because their attention span calls for it. They are ready to learn and our nurturing staff is ready to teach! CLASSES AVAILABLE: Mondays 4-5pm w/ Miss Liz Tuesdays 5-6pm w/ Mrs. Sheri Thursdays 10:15-11:15 am w/ Mrs. Alicia Saturdays 9-10am w/ Miss Kristi Saturdays 10:15-11:15 am w/ Ms. Denise PRE-JUNIORS: ( ages 7 & 8 ): This level is a 1 and 1/2 hour class that meets once a week. 30 minutes of Ballet, 30 minutes of Tap, and 30 minutes of Jazz are taught. In this class, dancers will learn Ballet,Tap, and Jazz terminolgy that is appropriate for their age. They will participate in Barre Work, Center Work, Follow Alongs, Stretching, Corner Work and Variations.Self esteem and positive self concept grow as they mature and are able to do more and more every week.Our staff is nurturing and professional as we challenge these budding performers in a positive way. Hip Hop is also offered at this age. We offer an age appropriate style of Hip Hop for this age that our dancers and their parents enjoy. CLASSES AVAILABLE: Mondays 4-5:30pm w/ Miss Lauren Mondays 5:30-6:30pm HIP HOP w/ Miss Lauren Wednesdays 5-6:30 w/ Miss Lauren Thursdays 4-5:30 w/ Miss Kristi Saturdays 11:30am-1 w/ Miss Denise Saturdays 1-2pm HIP HOP w/ Miss Angel BOYS' TAP & HIP HOP (ages 7-10) Wednesdays 4-5pm w/ Miss Lauren JUNIORS (ages 9 & 10) This level is a 2 hour class that meets once a week. 40 minutes of Ballet, 40 minutes of Tap, and 40 minutes of Jazz are taught. In this class, dancers will learn Ballet,Tap, and Jazz terminolgy that is appropriate for their age and ability. They will participate in Barre Work, Center Work, Follow Alongs, Stretching, Corner Work and Variations. Self esteem and positive self concept grow as they mature and are able to do more and more every week. Our staff is nurturing and professional as we challenge these maturing performers in a positive way. Hip Hop and Lyrical are also offered at this age. We offer an age appropriate style of Hip Hop for this age that our dancers and their parents both enjoy. Ballet must also be taken in order to enroll in Lyrical. CLASSES AVAILABLE: Wednesdays 4-6 w/ Miss Liz Wednesdays 6-7 LYRICAL w/ Miss Liz Wednesdays 7-8 HIP HOP w/ Miss Liz Thursdays 5:00-7:00 w/ Mrs. Sheri Saturdays 10am-12pm w/ Miss Lauren Saturdays 12-1pm HIP HOP w/ Miss Lauren PRE-TEENS: (ages 11 & 12): At this age, dancers may choose to take one class or all classes that are offered. Each class is a traditional class of that particular dance style. Dancers wishing to take lyrical must be enrolled in Ballet at the same time. Hip Hop is taught in an age appropriate fashion. Dancers wishing to have a well rounded dance education are more apt to take all that is offered. Dancers who wish to focus on certain areas of dance will pick and choose which classes they are interested in taken most. CLASSES AVAILABLE: Tap Tuesdays 4-5pm w/ Miss Lauren Jazz Tuesdays 5-6pm w/ Miss Lauren Hip Hop Tuesdays 6-7pm w/ Miss Lauren Ballet Thursdays 5:30-6:30pm w/ Miss Kristi Lyrical Thursdays 6:30-7:30pm w/ Miss Kristi Hip Hop Thursdays 7:30-8:30pm w/ Miss Kristi TEENS: (ages 12-17): At this age, dancers may choose to take one class or all classes that are offered. Each class is a traditional class of that particular dance style. Dancers wishing to take lyrical must be enrolled in Ballet at the same time. Hip Hop is taught in an age appropriate fashion. Dancers wishing to have a well rounded dance education are more apt to take all that is offered. Dancers who wish to focus on certain areas of dance will pick and choose which classes they are interested in taken most. CLASSES AVAILABLE: Tap Wednesdays 7-8pm w/ Miss Lauren Jazz Wednesdays 8-9pm w/ Miss Lauren Ballet Mondays 5-6pm w/ Miss Liz Lyrical Mondays 6-7pm w/ Miss Liz Hip Hop Mondays 7-8pm w/ Miss Liz ADULTS: (18 & up Intermediate): Adults who have never danced before or who have but haven't dance in awhile or dancers who need a refresher fall into this catagory. It is a great level for exercise and pure enjoyment. All of these classes are fun and non-intimidating. The following classes are available to you at either of our two locations. There is a discounted rate as statd below. All adult classes will run for 8 weeks at a time, at which time we will evaluate whether to continue or not depending upon enrollment and attendance. CLASSES AVAILABLE: Hip Hop Wednesdays 8-9pm w/ Miss Angel Tap Thursdays 7:00-8:00 w/ Mrs. Sheri Sept.-Dec. Jazz Thursdays 8:00-9:00 w/ Mrs. Sheri Sept.-Dec. Ballet Thursdays 7:00-8:00 w/ Mrs. Sheri Jan.-May Lyrical Thursdays 8:00-9:00 w/ Mrs. Sheri Jan.-May SENIORS: ( ages 18 & up Advanced) Advanced dancers who have many years of training under their belt fall into this catagory. The following classes are taught in a fun yet educational atmosphere. Proper attire is required. All Seniors are subject to a discounted rate which is listed below.This level gives adult dancers who enjoy taking class and performing in shows their chance to shine. Senior dancers perform in Christmas Shows, Recitals, and Competitions. CLASSES AVAILABLE: Hip Hop Tuesdays 6-7pm w/ Mrs. Sheri Jazz Tuesdays 7-8pm w/ Mrs. Sheri Tap Tuedays 8-9pm w/ Mr. Sheri Ballet/Lyrical Tuesdays 9-10pm w/ Mrs. Sheri posted 16Mar07.updated 16Jul07 TWIRLTHEGIRL WEST COAST SWING, BALLROOM, LATIN, COUNTRY Bouffard Council-Knights of Columbus 15 Bassett Street North Providence, RI 02904 Phone 401-447-7015 Or email twirlthegirl@cs.com Website: http://www.TwirlTheGirl.com Jennifer Lyons-Director See riDance's Social Dance page for TwirlTheGirl's current schedule. | ||
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ATWOOD PERFORMING ARTS CENTER BALLET,JAZZ,TAP,LYRICAL,HIP HOP,MODERN,GYMNASTICS Director: Bette-Ann Monti Rossi- Certified DMA,DTCB,USAG (Former Miss Dance of New England) 60 Walnut Grove Ave (off Atwood Ave) Cranston RI Phone 401-942-4450 Home of Tumbl-Tigers, Preschool age Tumbling, Fitness, and Fun! Ages: 3 through teens Is your child bored in dance class? Call APAC ASAP. Dance and Fully Equipped Gymnastics Facility. 9000 square feet of fun! Our recreational dance students learn to really dance. They learn both terminology and technique while gaining grace and confidence. We consistently produce regional and national champions. All instructors are members of Dance Masters of America and Dance Teachers Club of Boston. ................ FORMER STUDENTS Stephanie DiQuattro - dancer enrolled in the RIC dance program Nikki Carrera - choreographer showing her work and in collaboration in Providence. Dancer currently dancing in Boston with Dan McClusker and in Providence Karen D'Orio - dancer who, in 2005, returned from New York City where she taught at Steps. In 2006, she joined Fusionworks dance company based in Lincoln. updated 26Aug06 MARIA BENSON'S CENTRE FOR DANCE JAZZ, HIP HOP, TAP, BALLET, MODERN, PRESCHOOL 1468 Park Avenue Cranston, RI Phone 401-490-2918 Email: maria@mbcdance.com Website: http://www.mbcdance.com Director: Maria Benson Ages: 3 years to adult A positive attitude is what you can feel at MBC Dance in a competitive or non-competitive atmosphere. Our goals are to inspire children with confidence, coordination, and most of all, enjoyment. The Centre offers both competition and recreational classes. posted 06Sep06.updated 19Jun07 TRACY CICCONE PERFORMING ARTS TAP, JAZZ, BALLET, LYRICAL, POINTE, HIP HOP, IRISH STEP DANCE, THEATRE ARTS, GYMNASTICS, AEROBICS, YOGA, KARATE 161 and 173 Macklin St Cranston, RI 02920 Phone 401-943-5137 Email: tcpadance@aol.com and LHCiccone@msn.com Website: www.TCPerformingArts.com Director: Linda Ciccone Ages: 2 1/2 years thru adult Under the direction of Linda and Tracy Ciccone, a mother and daughter team who have both a passion for dance and a love of teaching children, TCPA has been teaching Dance and Performing Arts to thousands of Rhode Island children for over 37 years. TCPA provides a fun, non-competitive environment where children are encouraged to explore, learn and create. Second studio is located in Coventry. updated 12Jun05 CAROLYN DUTRA DANCE STUDIOS BALLET,POINTE,JAZZ,TAP,ACROBATICS,HIP-HOP Home of Southern Rhode Island Dance Company Non Profit Dance Organization 95 1/2 Rolfe Street Cranston RI 02910 Phone 401-461-5487 Email: juliette@carolyndutradancestudio.com Website: http://www.carolyndutradancestudio.com Carolyn Dutra-Artistic Director Pre school to adult Registration: Wednesday, August 15 & 29, 4:00-7:00 Additional studios located in Warwick andGreenville FORMER STUDENTS Dawn Porter - Was a member of the Gallaudet University Dance Company and is now a theatre & dance teacher at Rhode Island School for the Deaf. CAROLYN DUTRA DANCE STUDIO 2007/2008 SCHEDULE TUESDAY 4:00-5:00 Primary 5:00-5:45 Ballet I 5:00-5:45 Ballet II 5:45-6:45 Jazz/Tap I 5:45-6:30 Tap II 6:30-7:15 Jazz II WEDNESDAY 4:00-4:45 Pre-School 4:45-5:45 Teen Ballet 5:45-6:30 Teen Tap 6:30-7:30 Teen Jazz THURSDAY 4:00-5:00 Hip Hop I ages 6-10 5:00-6:00 Acro 6:00-7:00 Hip Hop II ages 11 and up 7:00-8:00 Dance Team SATURDAY 9:30-10:15 Pre-School 10:30-11:30 Primary 11:30-12:15 Ballet I 12:15-1:15 Jazz/Tap I 1:15-2:15 Hip Hop Ages 6-10 posted 11May98.updated 9Aug07 FAELLA DANCE COMPANY HIP HOP,BREAK,BALLET,LYRICAL,BURLESQUE,KICKBOXING 1515 Elmwood Avenue Cranston RI 02910 Phone: 401-345-1141 Also 401-294-2057(H) Asisstant BRI Robbins 401-465-5688 (C) Email: Faelladancecompany@yahoo.com Director Sara Faella Staff Sara Faella - Dance Director Jonathan Galli - Acting, Lyrical, Ballet and Pointe Rodrigo - Ground FX Crew Member Specializing in Hip Hop Registration is free up until 1st day of classes. Johnson & Wales and Exeter West Greenwich High School Students are eligible for a discount. Call or email for more details. All classes consist of a warm-up, choreographed routine and end with a cool down. The studio hosts semi-annual and annual performances along with special events (Hip Hop classes only). Dance instructor, Sara Faella has a strong background in hip hop dance for all levels and ages. She teaches Hip Hop at Dance Chelsea in New York City and performs in the dance and entertainment industry. Different Levels of Dance: all- is for all levels and ages of dancers (over the age of 15) that want a fun, energetic dance/aerobic class Teen - Is for high school students (some jr. high students may be accepted into the program upon further discussion with the company) Adult - is for adults ages 18 - no limit Beginner - all beginner students that have little to no dance experience Adv. Beginner - advanced beginners, but not quite intermediate Beginner/Int. - students that have some dance experience Int/Adv. - experienced dancers PRIVATE LESSONS are available by all instructors upon request and appointment. PERSONAL TRAINING: 1/2 hour and full hour for private lessons are available in many areas of dance......GO GO DANCERS, HIP HOP, BREAK, LATIN BALLROOM, BALLET, POINTE, THEATRE, ALSO FOR DANCE TROUPES, DANCE TEAMS (HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE LEVELS) & MORE. CHOREOGRAPHY & DIRECTING SERVICES: In all area's of dance & theatre (routines for cheerleading squads to ballroom dancers) Rates & Discounts: Per Month: $30/mo. For 1 type of class (4 classes per month) $75/mo. For unlimited classes per month) Per Class: $8.50 per class Private Lessons: $20.00 1/2 hr $35.00 1 hr Families that enroll 2 or more receive family rates (contact company for more info)! REGISTRATION IS ONGOING, BUT SPACE IS LIMITED. CONTACT COMPANY THROUGH EMAIL OR PHONE FOR REGISTRATION posted 11Jan05.updated 05Oct06 FEINSTEIN SCHOLAR DANCE ACADEMY TAP,JAZZ,BALLET,HIP HOP YOGA,MUSICAL THEATER,YOGA Opening September 2007 2145 Broad Street Cranston RI 02905 Phone 401-433-1276 Email: feinsteindanceacademy@yahoo.com Directors: Sandra Colavolpe & Helen Correia Ages: 3 to adult Registration is open now Open House: 530-730pm on September 11 & 12, 2007 Free Registration and 1st month of classes for Feinstein Jr. Scholars FEINSTEIN SCHOLAR DANCE ACADEMY 2007/2008 SCHEDULE Monday 330pm-430pm Acrobatics 6-8yrs 430pm-530pm Acrobatics 9-11yrs 530pm-630pm Acrobatics 12-14yrs 630pm-730pm Hip Hop Tuesday 430pm-6pm Ballet, Jazz, Tap 6-8yrs 6pm-8pm Ballet, Jazz, Tap Teen (15 and up) 8pm-9pm Intermediate Lyric Ages 12 and up Wednesday 430pm-530pm Creative Movement & Tap 3 & 4 yrs 530pm-730pm Ballet, Jazz, Tap 12-14yrs 730pm-830pm Ballet Technique Thursday 430pm-6pm Ballet, Jazz, Tap 9-11yrs 6pm-7pm Beginning Lyric Ages 9 and up 7pm-8pm Hip Hop 8pm-9pm Intermediate Tap Saturday 9am-10am Creative Movement & Tap 4 & 5 yrs 10am-11am Intermediate Jazz 11am-12noon Dance for Musical Theater posted 15Aug07.updated 21Aug07 GOULDING SCHOOL OF IRISH DANCE STEP DANCING Deidre Goulding Phone: 781-235-1765 Email: Director: Deirdre Goulding Thursday nights 7 Legion Way Cranston, RI Deirdre Goulding teaches traditional Irish step dancing from beginner to competition level. She has been dancing for more than 25 years, and has been certifed to teach Irish Dance since 1993. She takes children from the ages of 4 or 5 thru teens. Her classes are progressive, and beginners start in September of each year. updated 7Jan08 IRISH CEILIDHE CLUB OF RHODE ISLAND STEP DANCE, CEILI DANCE Irish Ceilidhe Club of Rhode Island 50 America Street Cranston, RI 02920 Phone 401-944-3233 Website: http://www.irishcultureri.org Mondays Time 7:30-9:30pm Irish Set Dancing Lessons Instructors: Barry & Pat Callahan Learn sets from the different counties of Ireland. Great music, exercise and fun! No experience necessary. Fee: $6 per class non club member/$5 per class club member Fridays Time 7:30-9:30pm Irish Ceili Dancing Learn ceili dancing – footwork and figures. Lots of fun and good exercise, no experience necessary. Dancing followed by refreshments. Fee: $6 (non-member) $5 per class (club member) (posted 07Apr05) OCEAN STATE GYMNASTICS & CARTWHEELS FOR LITTLE PEOPLE 60 Walnut Grove Ave Cranston RI Phone 401-467-2154 (update 23Aug02/06Jul03) TO THE POINTE OF PERFORMING ARTS BALLET,TAP,BOYS TAP,POINTE,JAZZ,LYRICAL,HIPHOP,BREAKDANCE 999 Oaklawn Avenue Cranston RI 02920 Phone: 401-942-5554 Fax: 401-942-5554 Email: Dancin2thepointe@aol.com Website: http://www.tothepointeofperformingarts.com Director: Sheri Masiello Member: Dance Educators of America Classes for 18months to advanced adult Registration: A dance education within a nurturing environment Directed by Sheri Masiello, To The Pointe has a great reputation for being a professional studio with a fun and organized environment. Coming September 2007! - Second studio opening in North Providence To The Pointe of Performing Arts' Teaching Staff: Director: Sheri Masiello Assistant Director: Alicia Gervais Teachers: Sheri Masiello, Alicia Gervais, Tara Gast, Jennifer Larsh, Liz Drape, Lauren Cote, Jessica Jozwiak, Denise Waters, and Kristi McIntyre. All teachers are educated and professional individuals. Each of our staff members have an education degree, college degrees or physical education backgrounds. Classes are only taught by teachers who are dedicated and are great role models for our students. Our professional yet fun environment is proven at our exciting annual recitals held in June. We teach a well-rounded dance curriculum and hope that our students learn a strong sense of self esteem, feel confident in every day life, and learn that dedication is it's own reward. Along with providing dance lessons, TTP, offers a wide variety of dance supplies and all of the latest dancewear.(Leotard, Shoes, Skirts, Gifts Etc.) See To The Pointe's Dancewear shop listing on riDance's Dance Store page. TO THE POINTE OF PERFORMING ARTS SUMMER 2007 PROGRAM 999 Oaklawn Avenue Cranston RI 02920 Phone: 401-942-5554 Fax: 401-942-5554 Email: Dancin2thepointe@aol.com Website: http://www.tothepointeofperformingarts.com SUMMER CLASSES 2007 July 17-August 11, 2007 Each class meets for four weeks Creative Movement: Ages 18 months-2yrs Wednesdays 9:30am-10am Tiny Toes: Ages 3&4 Tuesdays 3-4pm Wednesdays 10am-11am Thursdays 4-5 pm Small Fries: ages 5&6 Tuesdays 3-4pm Wednesdays 11am-12pm Thursdays 4-5 pm Prejuniors: ages 7&8 Hip Hop Tuesdays 4-5 pm Juniors Ages 9&10 Hip Hop Thursdays 5-6 pm Lyrical Thursdays 6-7pm Pre- Teen: ages 11-13 Summer A La Carte: Tuesdays 4-6 pm week 1: LYRICAL Week 2: TAP Week 3: BALLET Week 4: JAZZ Leaps & Turns & Toning Tuesdays 5-6pm Hip Hop Thursdays 5-6pm Performers/Entertainers, Show Stoppers/Seniors: ages14-28 Summer A La CARTE: Tuesdays 7-9 pm week 1: LYRICAL Week 2: TAP Week 3: BALLET Week 4: JAZZ Leaps & Turns & Toning Tuesdays 5-6pm HIP HOP Tuesdays 6-7pm Call for tuition rates for classes 942-5554 TO THE POINTE SUMMER DANCE CAMPS 2007 Summer Dance Camp is a great way for your dancer to dance, make arts n crafts, prepare for a mini-recital, and just plan have fun in an air-conditioned and comfortable environment. Camps run for 1 week at a time. Monday- Friday 9am-12pm $135.00 Healthy Snack & Juice provided Or 9am-3pm $185.00 Healthy Snack & Juice provided, Please pack a lunch CAMP #1: July 17-21 Magical Dance Camp Ages 3 -6 Theme: Finding Nemo CAMP #2: July 24-28 Dance Adventure Camp Ages 7-10 Theme: High School Musical CAMP #3 July 31- August 4 Funky Divas Intensive Camp Ages 11-14 INTENSIVE AUDITION JUNE 5 5pm CAMP #4 August 7-11 Magical Dance Camp Ages 3-6 Theme: Robots CAMP #5 August 14-18 Magical Dance Camp Ages 3-6 Theme: Mickey Mouse Club TO THE POINTE OF PERFORMING ARTS FALL 2007 SCHEDULE Classes start September 4, 2007 CREATIVE MOVEMENT: Ages 18 mths- 2 (Mommy/Daddy & Me) This class is 30 minutes long and allows children to participate in fun musical expression. Through dance, music, repetition, imagry, and animation, children work on their gross motor skills. Through organized class structure, children learn how to be patient, take turns, and follow the leader. Although it starts off with mommy or daddy, the goal of this level it to be able to participate in the entire class without their parents. When a child seems ready, we will recommend that she or he be moved into a Pre-Tiny Toes class. CLASSES AVAILABLE: Tuesdays 9:00am w/ Mrs. Alicia Wednesdays 9:30am w/ Mrs. Sheri Saturdays 9:00am w/ Miss Liz PRE-TINY TOES (Ages 2) This class is 45 minutes long and teaches the children 20 minutes of Pre-Ballet and 20 Minutes of Pre-Tap. This class combines Creative Movement with Dance, preparing our students to be ready for Tiny Toes. In this class, dancers will learn Ballet and Tap terminology that is appropriate for their age. They will work on their gross motor skills, and memorization skills. Class discipline promotes the growth of patience, leadership, taking turns, listening, and engaging in class conversation. Our staff is nurturing as we watch these tiny dancers learn and grow. CLASSES AVAILABLE: Tuesdays 9:30am w/ Mrs. Alicia Saturdays 9:15am w/ Mrs. Alicia TINY TOES: (ages 3&4) This class is 1 hour long and teaches the children 30 minutes of Ballet and 30 Minutes of Tap. In this class, dancers will learn Ballet and Tap terminolgy that is appropriate for their age. They will participate in Barre Work, Center Work, Follow Alongs, Corner Work and Variations. Creative Dance Games help to instill lessons and terminology that are taught throughout the class. Self esteem and positive self concept grow as they mature and are able to do more and more every week. Our staff is nurturing and patient as these budding ballerinas explore and grow. CLASSES AVAILABLE: Mondays 3:15-4:15pm w/ Mrs. Sheri Tuesdays 11:15-12:15pm w/ Mrs. Alicia Tuesdays 1-2pm w/ Miss Liz Wednesdays 11-12pm w/ Mrs. Sheri Wednesdays 1-2pm w/ Mrs. Sheri Thursdays 4-5pm w/ Mrs. Alicia Fridays 4-5pm w/ Mrs. Sheri Saturdays 10:00-11:00am w/ Mrs. Alicia Saturdays 2:00-3:00 pm w/ Miss Kristi SMALL FRIES: (ages 5 & 6) This class is 1 hour long and teaches the children 30 minutes of Ballet and 30 Minutes of Tap. In this class, dancers will learn Ballet and Tap terminolgy that is appropriate for their age. They will participate in Barre Work, Center Work, Follow Alongs, Corner Work and Variations. Creative Dance Games lessen as new dance steps emerge. They will learn at least 10-15 more dance steps in this level than that of Tiny Toes, because their attention span calls for it. They are ready to learn and our nurturing staff is ready to teach! CLASSES AVAILABLE: Mondays 4-5pm w/ Mrs. Alicia Tuesdays 10:15-11:15am w/ Mrs. Alicia Tuesdays 1-2pm w/ Mrs. Alicia Wednesdays 10-11am w/ Mrs Sheri Wednesdays 1-2pm w/ Miss Liz Thursdays 5-6pm w/ Mrs. Alicia Fridays 5-6pm w/ Mrs. Sheri Saturdays 9:30-10:30am w/Miss Liz Saturdays 1-2pm w/ Miss Kristi BOYS TAP & TUMBLE: (age 3-6) Wednesdays 3:15-4pm with Mrs. Alicia PRE-JUNIORS: ( ages 7 & 8 ): This level is a 1 and 1/2 hour class that meets once a week. 30 minutes of Ballet, 30 minutes of Tap, and 30 minutes of Jazz are taught. In this class, dancers will learn Ballet,Tap, and Jazz terminolgy that is appropriate for their age. They will participate in Barre Work, Center Work, Follow Alongs, Stretching, Corner Work and Variations.Self esteem and positive self concept grow as they mature and are able to do more and more every week.Our staff is nurturing and professional as we challenge these budding performers in a positive way. Hip Hop is also offered at this age. We offer an age appropriate style of Hip Hop for this age that our dancers and their parents enjoy. CLASSES AVAILABLE: Tuesdays 4-5:30 pm w/Miss Kristi Tuesdays HIP HOP 5:30-6:30 w/ Miss Kristi Wednesdays 4-5:30pm w/ Mrs. Sheri Thursdays 4-5:30pm w/ Miss Liz Saturdays 10:30am-12 w/ Miss Liz Saturdays 12-1pm HIP HOP w/ Miss Kristi JUNIORS (ages 9 & 10) This level is a 2 hour class that meets once a week. 40 minutes of Ballet, 40 minutes of Tap, and 40 minutes of Jazz are taught. In this class, dancers will learn Ballet,Tap, and Jazz terminolgy that is appropriate for their age and ability. They will participate in Barre Work, Center Work, Follow Alongs, Stretching, Corner Work and Variations. Self esteem and positive self concept grow as they mature and are able to do more and more every week. Our staff is nurturing and professional as we challenge these maturing performers in a positive way. Hip Hop and Lyrical are also offered at this age. We offer an age appropriate style of Hip Hop for this age that our dancers and their parents both enjoy. Ballet must also be taken in order to enroll in Lyrical. CLASSES AVAILABLE: Mondays 5-7 pm w/Mrs. Alicia Tuesdays HIP HOP 4-5pm w/ Miss Liz Tuesdays LYRICAL 5-6pm w/ Miss Jaime Wednesdays 4-6pm w/ Mrs. Alicia Fridays 4-6pm w/ Miss Kristi Saturdays 11:00am-1pm w/ Mrs. Alicia Saturdays 1-2pm HIP HOP w/ Miss Liz PRE-TEEN A: (ages 11 & 12): At this age, dancers may choose to take one class or all classes that are offered. Each class is a traditional class of that particular dance style. Dancers wishing to take lyrical must be enrolled in Ballet at the same time. Hip Hop is taught in an age appropriate fashion. Dancers wishing to have a well rounded dance education are more apt to take all that is offered. Dancers who wish to focus on certain areas of dance will pick and choose which classes they are interested in taken most. CLASSES AVAILABLE: Tap Mondays 4:15-5:15 pm w/ Mrs. Sheri Jazz Mondays 5:15-6:15pm w/ Mrs. Sheri Hip Hop Mondays 6:15-7:15 w/ Mrs. Sheri Ballet Wednesdays 5:30-6:30pm w/ Mrs. Sheri Lyrical Wednesdays 6:30-7:30pm w/ Miss Tara Leaps, Turns, & Tricks Wednesdays 7:30-8pm w/ Miss Tara HEADLINERS : (ages 12-17) At this age, dancers may choose to take one class or all classes that are offered. Each class is a traditional class of that particular dance style. Dancers wishing to take lyrical must be enrolled in Ballet at the same time. Hip Hop is taught in an age appropriate fashion. Dancers wishing to have a well rounded dance education are more apt to take all that is offered. Dancers who wish to focus on certain areas of dance will pick and choose which classes they are interested in taken most. CLASSES AVAILABLE: Tap Tuesdays 6:30-7:30 w/ Mrs. Alicia Jazz Tuesdays 7:30-8:30 w/ Mrs. Alicia Hip Hop Tuesdays 8:30-9:30pm w/ Mrs. Alicia Leaps, Turns, & Tricks Tuesdays 9:30-10pm w/ Miss Jaime Ballet Thursdays 5:30-6:30pmw/ Miss Liz Pointe Thursdays 6:30-7pm w/ Mrs. Alicia Lyrical Thursdays 7-8pm w/ Miss Liz STARSTEPPERS: (ages 12-17): At this age, dancers may choose to take one class or all classes that are offered. Each class is a traditional class of that particular dance style. Dancers wishing to take lyrical must be enrolled in Ballet at the same time. Hip Hop is taught in an age appropriate fashion. Dancers wishing to have a well rounded dance education are more apt to take all that is offered. Dancers who wish to focus on certain areas of dance will pick and choose which classes they are interested in taken most. CLASSES AVAILABLE: Hip Hop Tuesdays 6:30-7:30pm w/ Miss Jaime Tap Tuesdays 7:30-8:30 w/Miss Jaime Jazz Tuesdays 8:30-9:30 w/ Miss Jaime Leaps, Turns, & Tricks Tuesdays 9:30-10pm w/ Miss Jaime Ballet Thursdays 7-8pmw/ Mrs. Alicia Lyrical THursdays 8-9pm w/ Mrs. Alicia SHOWSTOPPERS: (ages 14 - 17 Advanced) Advanced teenaged dancers have the following schedule to choose from at either of our locations. We also offer the ability to be eligble to take any classes from the Seniors' level at our North Providence location. Once enrolled in Senior classes, a dancer must not be absent more than 2 times. Dancers who display disrespect or any unacceptable behavior during participation in a Senior's class, or are absent more than 2 times, will be removed from that level all together. We enjoy giving this opportunity to those who truly appreciate it. Enrollment in any Senior's classes is in addition to already enrolled Showstoppers classes not instead of. Please call Mrs. Sheri with concerns or questions. CLASSES AVAILABLE: Jazz Mondays 7-8:30pm w/ Mrs. Alicia Tap Mondays 8:30-9:30pm w/ Miss Tara Leaps, Turns, & Tricks Mondays 9:30-10pm w/ Miss Tara Hip Hop Wednesdays 6-7pm w/ Mrs. Alicia Lyrical Wednesdays 7-8pm w/ Mrs. Alicia Ballet Wednesdays 8-9pmw/ Miss Tara Pointe Wednesdays 9-10pm w/ Miss Tara ADULT/COLLEGE STUDENTS: (18 & up Intermediate) Adults who have never danced before or who have but haven't dance in awhile or dancers who need a refresher fall into this catagory. It is a great level for exercise and pure enjoyment. All of these classes are fun and non-intimidating. The following classes are available to you at either of our two locations. There is a discounted rate as statd below. All adult classes will run for 8 weeks at a time, at which time we will evaluate whether to continue or not depending upon enrollment and attendance. CLASSES AVAILABLE: Jazz Mondays 7:15-8:15pm w/ Mrs. Sheri September-December Tap Mondays 7:15-8:15 w/ Mr. Sheri January-May posted 12Jun01.updated 16Jul07 |
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DANCE ATTITUDES Acrobatics, Ballet, Hip Hop, Jazz, Lyrical, Tap 820 Newport Ave Pawtucket RI 02861 Phone 401-727-1636 Website: http://www.DanceAttitudes.Org Directors: Katie Livingston and Kelly Garrity Ages: 2 - Adult Where the Stars Hang Out! posted 07Jul03.updated 18Dec06 DYNAMIC STARS DANCE CENTER JAZZ,TAP,BALLET,HIP HOP,LYRIC,ACROBATICS 1600 Newport Avenue (corner of Newport and Sachem St) c/o Straight Up Kicking Pawtucket, RI 02861 Phone 401-413-6916 Email: dsdcri@msn.com Director: Rachel Ferland Ages: 2 and up Posted 06Sep06 KATS DANCE CENTRE 576 Smithfield Ave Pawtucket RI Phone 401-729-4800 posted 07Jul03 THERESA LANDRY'S SCHOOL OF DANCING TAP,BALLET,MODERN JAZZ,ACROBATICS,SPANISH CASTANETS GYMNASTICS,PHYSICAL FITNESS 100 Dexter St Pawtucket RI 02860 (mailing address PO Box 891 Pawtucket RI ) Phone 401-726-9083 Rhode Island's longest running school!. Updated 07Aug04 THE MAGIC ZONE Cheer Training Center 413 Central Ave Pawtucket RI Phone 401-996-1716 magicdragonstars@aol.com http://www.eteamz.com/MagicDragons Learn to jump, stunt, dance and tumble like an all-star. Join the award winning Magic Dragon cheerleaders! Tuition is based on 4 week sessions and includes cheer & tumbling instruction at practices and competitions and also entrance fees to local invitational competitions. Tuition does not include uniform/apparel costs and National competitions. (posted 25Nov04) PROVIDENCE CIRCUS SCHOOL STATIC TRAPEZE Trapeze Workshop 560 Mineral Spring Avenue Third floor Pawtucket RI Tuition: $25.00 a class/$100 for 5 classes Information & Registration: 401-351-9211 Email: jplotz@aol.com Ages: Open to adults and children 7years and older Level: Beginners thru Intermediate Date: On-going Times: Mondays 730pm-9pm Saturdays 1030am-12noon Saturdays 1pm to 230pm Many dance (including ballet) companies are now incorporating aerial work in their performances, Some base their entire choreography on it. Here is RI's first on-going class in this technique! Providence Circus School now offers instruction in Static Trapeze. Trapeze gives dancers the opportunity to add another dimension to choreography. The art of static trapeze is the foundation for all aerial work. Students will learn classic poses and go on to develop poses and sequences of their own creation. Trapeze instructor Mike Plotz trained at the San Francisco School of Circus Arts and with Gemini Trapeze in Brattleboro, Vermont. An accomplished juggler and acrobat, Mike performed six years with Circus Smirkus. He is a founding member of the circus troupe Lub-dub, and has taught for two years at Providence Circus School. Trapeze classes are open to beginning and experienced students age 8 to adult. Classes are additional times by appointment. Class size is limited to four people. Students may sign up for one or multiple classes. For more information or to register for a class, call Providence Circus School, 401-351-9211, or e-mail jplotz@aol.com. More about Providence Circus School (Posted 31May04) PROVIDENCE TANGO ARGENTINE TANGO 99 South Bend Street Pawtucket RI Phone 401-273-2855 Email: ellen@providencetango.com Website: www.providencetango.com Ellen Mayer founded Providence Tango in the summmer of 2000. She has since been making tango fun and accessible to students and enthusiasts all over Providence. Her teaching emphasizes style and creativity, while maintaining a strong focus on form and techniques. Providence Tango offers regular instruction, social dancing opportunities, workshops and special events. The schedule can be found at riDance's Providence Tango Section on the Social Dance page. posted 05Mar02.updated 12Jun03 HOPE SPECHT SCHOOL OF DANCE Now the Royal Academy of Performing Arts posted 07Jul03.updated 2Jan08 ROYAL ACADEMY OF PERFORMING ARTS JAZZ, TAP, BALLET, LYRIC, HIP HOP, ACROBATICS, CREATIVE MOVEMENT, KICKBOXING 925 Central Ave Pawtucket RI 02861 Phone 401-725-8015 Website: http://www.royalacademydance.webs.com Dance lessons for children ages 3 and up specializing in Jazz, tap, ballet, lyric, hip hop, acrobats, creative, movement, and technique. We also offer adult cardio kickboxing. posted 2Jan07 KRISTIE SPECK BELLY DANCE Mountain Laurel Yoga Collaborative 545 Pawtucket Avenue Pawtucket, RI 02889 Phone 401-273-2765 Classes on Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays Instructor: Kristie Speck Phone: 401-578-8468 (best way to get information) Email: speck43@cox.net This class caters to whoever comes. This an eclectic class both musically and stylistically. It is also where the teacher springboards new ideas. Easy choreography and combinations will be presented American belly dance is for everyone regardless of age or experience. Emphasis is put on natural, fluid movements to bring out each individual's creativity and beauty with the intent of greater self-awareness and healthy body image. See schedule at riDance's Middle Eastern Dance page (posted 16May03) STEP BY STEP DANCE AND FITNESS BALLET,TAP,HIP HOP,JAZZ,ACROBATICS,CREATIVE MOVEMENT,TUMBLING FOR CHEERLEADERS,KICK-BOXING, TOTAL BODYTONING*PILATES*RELAXATION Closed June 2006 172 Armistice Blvd Pawtucket RI 02860 Email: stepbystepdance@hotmail.com Director: Kristen MacTavish posted 25June99/last update 08Sep06 | ||
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