| A fun and exciting program for moms and their two year olds. Come and enjoy imaginative settings, playful themes, music, movement and song that unleash your two year old boundless creativity. Come see why fun is just the beginning at Moms and Tots. | |
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Creative Movement and Pre Ballet
Creative Movement: 3 years of age |
Creative Movement and Pre Ballet (Ages 3-4) is a fun way for kids to develop their movement skills, spark their imagination, focus their energy and stimulate their creativity. Creative Dance uses a concept-based approach, through which students learn the fundamentals and principles of dance. Benefits of creative dance include opportunities for self-expression through movement, as well as aesthetic and social development. This combination of movement, music, improvisation, and basic dance steps is an excellent introduction for the future study of dance techniques. All classes done to live piano accompaniment. |
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Ballet 1 = 5 years of age |
Children's Ballet gives kids a chance to both experience the imaginative, concept-based approach of creative movement and get an introduction to basic ballet technique. In this class children practice creativity, focus, musicality, coordination, listening and vocabulary. Props and varied music are used while introducing students to the joy of movement and ballet. This class develops confident, creative movers and is a good foundation for dance and other movement activities.. All classes done to live piano accompaniment. |
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Ballet (from 9 years) |
These classes provides a fun but focused foundation in ballet for students starting serious dance training. An opportunity for each student to learn and practice executing movement correctly is provided; students develop strength, musicality, concentration and alignment. This class is suitable for students who want to try ballet because they are interested in becoming dancers and for students who simply want to dance and improve their body awareness and placement. Classes from beginner to pre-professional levels are taught, using the Cecchetti and Vaganova methods of ballet with emphasis on creativity. Students at this level are encouraged to study twice weekly, although a single class per week schedule is offered. For serious students, point classes are available. |
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Most do two ballet class a week to be able to do Pointe Work |
Pointe classes are by invitation only as proper technique and strength is required. Students at the Advanced level must take a minimum of 2 ballet classes per week. |
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Children's Jazz/hip hop
Jazz/hip hop 1 = 6-7 years of age |
The children's jazz work is age appropriate material based on natural movements: walking, running, jumping and skipping, as well as isolations and rhythm. It is designed to encourage an imaginative and rapid response to music and to promote an appreciation and enjoyment of jazz. Classes will include traditional and up-to-date jazz movements, which improve coordination, balance, strength, flexibility, and rhythmic awareness. Hip Hop has evolved from a style of street jazz and has become very popular due to music videos. |
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Jazz/Hip Hop 3 to Advanced
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An energetic and exciting class that teaches modern dance moves to the rhythms of contemporary dance music. Students are taught to express themselves by mastering the moves and style of popular dance. All Hip Hop classes are done in combination with Jazz classes at the exception of Open Hip hop and Boys Street Jazz. |
| Hip Hop has evolved from a style of street jazz and has become very popular due to music videos. All Hip Hop classes are done in combination with Jazz classes at the exception of Open Hip hop and Boys Street Jazz. | |
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Contemporary |
Students are introduced to the basic elements of modern dance techniques, combining exercises to relax, lengthen, align and strengthen the body to prepare for movement combinations through space. The curriculum is designed to build skills and understanding through the full range of technical elements while nurturing a vigorous, joyful and expressive approach to dancing. Students will also explore different choreographic principles fed by structured improvisations and creative projects. |
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Lyrical |
A fusion of Ballet and jazz, performed to slower music
with very fluid movements - characterized by the
expression of the dancer's inner emotion. Lyrical dance is the fusion of ballet and jazz technique. Expression from the inner emotion is a primary factor in choreographing and interpreting this art form. A key element in looking at a lyrical piece is seeing the movements done in a flowing or continuous pattern. Lyrical dance interprets music or words, showing the audience the emotion of the particular piece. The lines are traditional in nature with a technique base that determines the correct placement of the body angles. " |
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Irish Step Dancing (6 years and up)
Step 1 = 6 years of age and up |
From traditional set dances to Riverdance style step dancing. Taught by well known professional instructor Martin Vallee |
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Adult Beginner Ballet and Jazz
and Hip Hop |
Discover the joy of dancing while developing your muscle tone and coordination. These classes offers an introduction to the techniques of ballet, jazz or hip hop. |
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Intro to Belly Dancing |
This
class starts at the very beginning. If you have never had
any exposure to belly dance, or even to any other form of
dance, this is the class for you. Likewise, if you have
ever taken a class and felt lost, frustrated or in over
your head this class may be a good way to begin again.
Young, old, fat, thin, tall, short; any woman can become a
graceful and beautiful dancer under The Saltwater Gypsy’s
tutelage. This class is the place to begin your journey of
discovery. Our main focus is on stretching, strengthening and isolation's, and learning the basic moves which are the foundation of Belly dance. This class runs every session. Please note that Belly Dance 101 classes are extremely popular and fill very quickly. Early
registration is strongly encouraged to avoid
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Intermediate Belly Dance |
In this class
we take moves learned at the beginner level and turn them
into Middle Eastern belly dance. We increase the intensity
of our stretching and strengthening, add some ballet
basics and lots of drills. We will learn longer
combinations, choreography, layering, turns, traveling
moves, transitions, veil work, floor work, and cane dance.
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Ballet of Beladi - Egyptian Inspired Advanced |
This class
focuses on performance aspects of belly dance, including
veil work, energy, stage presence, improvisation, musical
interpretation, and group and solo choreography. Aesthetic
nuances such as costuming will also be addressed.
Prerequisite Experienced belly dancers may audition for this class |
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Gypsy Dancing
for Teens Creative Dance |
Storytelling is
a tradition in nearly every culture. Dancing is a common
way of celebrating life and expressing emotion and young
ladies are particularly attracted to anything that
sparkles, glitters, makes noise.there is a great emphasis
on the core dance movement, body awareness, the language
of the dance, the culture of the dance and costuming will
be covered. This is a great experience of any girl who
like to dress up and have fun.
With this in mind The Saltwater Gypsy’s offers this class for young ladies ages starting at the age of 12 We will learn some basic yoga stretches, isolation's, travelling steps which we will put into a dance that can be performed, and have a wonderful time being girls!
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Get Your Power Synergistic Yoga- Synergistics is working multiple muscle groups while working core muscles...These classes support all other workouts, prevent injury, increase stamina, decrease stress and leave you feeling your OMG wonderful....Feel your Power..GYPSY Style contact me for more information"
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The Saltwater Gypsy's introduces her series of individual skills dance workshops. More focused and intensive than weekly classes, yet requiring less time commitment and expense than a day-long seminar. Small class size allows us to cover a great deal of material in just 3 hours. Workshops vary in skill levels from beginner to advanced, and often will be modified to suit the abilities of the dancers enrolled. Feel free to repeat a class- there will always be something new for you! Check the Saltwater Gypsy's belly dance calendar for the next date and location of each workshop. Register for just the topics that interest you... or attend them all! Goddess Walking & Veil Basics--Selecting a veil that is right for you, how to hold the veil properly. Easy moves and turns plus some professional tricks to help you move with the veil like you were born to do it. Goddess walking is a veil dance experience that will leave you centered, motivated and feeling wonderful! The Art of Taksim: Slow and Sensuous Movement--Shaking is the easy part of belly dance! What do you do when the music slows down? How do you keep the slow parts from being boring? How do you perform sensuous floor work without looking vulgar? All these will be covered in this 90 minute workshop. Shimmy Variations & Layering Drills--There are as many shimmies as there are dancers! Learn a few new ones and bring your shimmy-layering challenges. We'll break them down into practicable drills to add to your regular practice routine. Intermediate/Advanced Veil Work--Advanced veil tricks, plus tools you need to create your own veil solo. Selecting appropriate music, traveling with the veil, executing extended spins and turns with grace and balance, tips for smoothly getting out of veil entanglements. Beautiful Belly Work: Abs, Undulations & Accents--Intense torso shaping exercises, drills and variations on undulations, flutters and belly accents. Putting accents into choreography or improvisation for professional transitions and exciting combinations. Ballet for Bellydancers: Moving with Grace--Details make all the difference! Learn secrets of maintaining balance, moving with grace and fluidity, building strength and stamina without building bulk, head and arm positioning, avoiding dizziness in turns, and other gems that will give your dance a more professional touch. Turns & Traveling: Making Use of the Stage--Entrances, exits, and where you stand on the stage and how you get there can make or break a performance. What are the messages you sending? Does your movement convey what the music is saying? Are you in possession of the stage, or just renting a space there? These are things that separate the professional dancer from the hobbyist-- so how do you want to be perceived? Balancing and Sword Techniques--So you can balance the sword on your head. Now what? This workshop will help your balancing act look like a dance instead of a circus performer doing tricks. Bring a sword or a tray and votive candles, or other item you would like to work with. Unraveling Arabic Music: Rhythm and Musicality--This class focuses on understanding how to truly hear the music, pick out the rhythms, separate the musical phrases, and learn to translate what you hear into movement that fits the music. If you have a particular piece of music that baffles you, bring it along! Staging and Choreography for Groups or Solos--Why does one choreography grab your attention and hold it, while another leaves you yawning? How does group choreography differ from solo? How do you move people around seamlessly and keep dancers from bumping into one another? What do you do when dancers are not at the same skill levels? How do you adjust the choreography for different venues or when someone doesn't show up? These are some of the questions that will be covered in this 90 minute workshop for intermediate to advanced dancers. Costume Clinic--Do you have a costume that doesn't fit you quite right? Do you have an old or inexpensive costume that needs a make-over? Are you looking for a "show-stopper" costume, but can't find one that fitsyour budget? Do you want to make your own "dream costume" but you don't know how to begin? Are you ready for your first costume and notsure what to look for and how to choose one? Do you need tips on "oops!" proofing your costumes and dressing to prevent spillage, shifting, etc? Register for this workshop, bring your costuming questions, problems and ideas and we'll get your costume wardrobe on-track for the "gasp factor!" All levels welcome. Seven Veils--Challenge your veil skills by doubling up! There is nothing like veils for giving you the flash and pizzazz you need to quickly grab attention in a large venue. In this workshop we will learn several ways to drape, remove, match and manipulate 2 veils. Please wear clothing that allows you to tuck the veil in securely at the hips and shoulders. Bring veils to class if you have them. Some loaners will be available. The Saltwater Gypsy's will have veils available for purchase. $25 -50 each. Workshop for intermediate to advanced dancers. The Art of Seduction This class focuses on improving your romantic relationships through a variety of channels, including belly dance. Lots of improvisation, veil work, floor work and energy work. We will also touch on costuming and creating an atmosphere. This is certainly not a "stripper" or "pole dance" class. Rather, it explores and accentuates the undeniably sensual aspects of belly dance that have been part of its mystic for millennia. To deny this side of the dance would be to reduce it to an aerobic exercise. Instead, you will learn to share your passion for belly dance with the special man in your life, allowing him to share in your passion for the dance. This class does not run every session. The Art of Seduction will next be presented as a two part workshop on February 1 & 8, just in time for Valentine's Day. If you are interested in attending this class but it is not listed on the current session schedule please contact The Saltwater Gypsy's about adding a new class time for you and some of your friends. Check the Saltwater Gypsy's calendar; this class also occasionally runs as two 90 minute workshops at The Saltwater Gypsy's studio. This class is also available in one-time seminar format for a goddess party, bachelorette party, wedding shower or girl's night out. |
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Health Facts of Belly Dance |
Belly dance is very good for women’s health. It provides a better circulation and blood flow in the dancing areas and thus helps many women who suffer from PMS and other menstrual discomfort. During a dance course you learn a new way of breathing, which you don’t practice in everyday life. This breath type is used by singers and wind instruments players and is the base of the belly dance (for example, during the abdominal undulation the dancer focuses on breath, but not on moving the muscles). Belly dancers need to breathe with their bellies, not lungs, and this brings more oxygen to the internal organs. Dancing provides a good cardiovascular workout and increases flexibility and strength. It means the ability of moving different muscles or muscle groups independently. You build arm, finger, shoulder and general upper-body strength. It’s excellent for all ages and body types. The muscles of the body also become stronger and look more attractive. Many women complain that when they walk or run, their belly starts to shake and it looks disgusting and sometimes it can even make some feel depressed, because they don’t know, how to get rid of the belly fat. Belly dance is the only action where a shaking belly is beautiful. Let your belly dance! 1.Belly dance is a wonderful, low-impact workout you can do throughout your life. It's blessedly easy on joints and offers a great way to work and stretch muscles in the torso, hips, thighs, glutes--and oh yes, the belly, too. (Get ready to develop muscles you didn’t even know you have!). 2. Gentle undulations provide a healthy squeeze and release of internal organs. This stimulates the glands to produce a fresh batch of hormones which get secreted into the blood stream (promoting hormone re balancing--good news for women!) 3. Three minutes or more of shimmies per day also stimulates the body’s lymphatic system to release waste products. But the lymph system must have an outside stimulus to accomplish this. The rhythmic vibration of shimmies does the trick! 4. Belly dance makes you feel good and keeps you ageless! Many of the world's best known belly dancers are still performing in their sixties. It keeps the juices flowing—and it makes your smile real!
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| The practice of yoga gradually leads the student to rediscover his or her fullest potential on all levels of human consciousness - physical, psychological and spiritual. Through this practice of correct breathing (Ujjayi Pranayama), postures (asanas), and gazing point (driste), one gains control of the senses and a deeper awareness of self. This style of yoga is very physical and is geared toward people that are in relatively good physical shape! | |
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Iyengar Yoga, a form of
Hatha Yoga, focuses on the structural alignment of the
physical body through the development of asanas. Through
the practice of a system of asanas, it aims to unite the
body, mind and spirit for health and well-being. Iyengar
Yoga is considered a powerful tool to relieve the stresses
of modern-day life which in turn can help promote total
physical and spiritual well-being. Standing poses are emphasized in Iyengar Yoga. They build strong legs, increase general vitality, and improve circulation, coordination and balance, ensuring a strong foundation for study of more advanced poses. |
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Pilates |
Pilates is one of the hottest fitness trends in America. Because it works! Pilates is a powerful total body sculpting system for loosing weight, sculpting long, lean muscles and reshaping your body. Sculpt your Body Slim with Pilates! |