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New Adult Intermediate Ballet Class at Hopkins Dance Company

Hopkins Dance Company offers a new time for
Adult Intermediate Ballet
Tuesdays, 10:00-11:30am with Deirdre Murnane

Punch cards available. Drop in when you can!

Additional HDC Adult Summer Classes:
Wednesdays, 5:00-6:00pm: Beginning Tap with Heather Bensussan
Wednesdays, 6:00-7:00pm: Beginning Ballet with Heather Bensussan
Wednesdays, 7:00-8:00pm: Intermediate/Advanced Tap with Heather Bensussan
Fridays, 10:30am-12:00pm: Intermediate Ballet with Deirdre Murnane

James Sewell Ballet – Open Advanced/Professional Class and Coordi™ Classes

Come join the James Sewell Ballet dancers in our open professional class!
All classes are ballet unless noted otherwise. Sign up for in-person company class or virtual Coordi™ class here.

June 26-28
Wednesday, 10:00-11:30am – Zachary Tuazon with Eric Jensen on piano
Thursday, 10:00-11:30am – Helen Hatch
Friday, 10:00-11:30am – James Sewell

July 1-3
Monday, 10:00-11:30am – Eve Schulte
Tuesday, 10:00-11:30am – Kerry Parker with Pat Lyles on piano
Wednesday, 10:00-11:30am – Zachary Tuazon with Eric Jensen on piano

Coordi™ Class
Wednesdays, 10:00-11:00am taught by James Sewell.
Ongoing. Virtual-only at this time.

What is Coordi™? It’s a movement study based on multiple kinetic patterns happening at once. Physical brain teasers combine with ballet for unexpected pathways and alignments that challenge both your mind and body! Learn more about Coordi™ here.

South Minneapolis Studio Available for Rent

The Sabathani Community Center in South Minneapolis has a dance studio available for hourly rental. The studio space includes mirrors, ballet barres, and hardwood floor. The building includes security and free parking. Available for rent Monday-Friday, 7:00am-9:00pm and Saturdays, 10:00am-4:00pm. Closed Sundays.

Studio dimensions: 39′ x 23′ x 9′

Rates:
Rehearsals and photo shoots — $15/hour
Classes and auditions — $20/hour

Fill out our reservation form to get started!

Seeking Sub(s) for Move2Music Community Dance Classes

I have been teaching a dance-driven fitness class for 10 years – a gig I got from DanceMN!

Business is good, but I am traveling more for work and a really great sub (or two) would be great to have. Currently I can schedule teacher friends from a distance to do my online classes, but my in-person local classes are growing, too!

Interested? I will “train” you to do the easy moves that define the Move2Music class. This is a 50 minute “bell curve” class, taught in local community centers. You can use any music that inspires you – I choose a mix of  rock/Americana/Motown/techno-chill. Classes are flexible, generally Mondays at 1:00pm, Monday/Wednesday at 5:30pm or 6:00pm, Fridays at noon.

We could add more classes if you want to take it on!

If you are interested, I would love for you to come to a class, and also agree to be “trained” for a couple of hours.

The Arena – Space for Rent

Located in the heart of the Lyn-Lake community, The Arena is available for your rehearsal, class, and event needs!

Our space offers:
1,305 square feet (30×40) of sprung, Marley dance flooring.
Wall-length mirrors with curtains.
Changing room.
Access to multiple bus lines, including the 21, 4, 23, 612, and 18.

Hourly rates range from $17-$25, with discounts/special offerings available to BIPOC and LGBTQIA2+ communities. Inquire for savings. High availability Monday-Friday during daytime hours.

To request space, please email Mathew at arenadances@gmail.com.

Studio Stories: Reminiscing on Twin Cities Dance with Erika Thorne

This Thursday, June 27 at noon we hear from Erika Thorne for episode 153!

Erika has been a progressive activist, writer, facilitator and cultural worker since 1974. She focuses on cross-race coalition-building, anti-racism work with other whites, and diversity work. Within the dance community, most likely remember her from the Women’s Performance Network.

Listen wherever you get your podcasts or here.

Young Dance Summer Classes and Camps

Weekly Classes
Creative Movement 1: Ages: 3–5. Monday or Tuesday, 4:30–5:15 pm
Creative Movement 2: Ages: 5–7. Monday or Tuesday, 5:15–6:00 pm
Dance Together: Ages 1–3 with caregiver. Monday or Tuesday, 5:15–6:00 pm

Camps
Session 1: June 24–27
Session 2: July 8–11
Session 3: July 22–25
Session 4: August 5–8
Session 5: August 19–22

Morning Camps: Monday–Thursday, 9:00–11:30am. Tuition: $150
Afternoon Camps: Monday–Thursday, 12:00–4:30pm. Tuition: $250

Dance A Story: Creative Movement and Storytelling for ages 4-7
Monday–Thursday, 9:30 am-12:00 pm. Tuition: $150
Explore movement with a focus on storytelling.
Session 2: July 8–11 is designed for neurodivergent youth and individuals who may be sensitive to stimulation.

Camps for Ages 8–18
Explore several dance genres and real-world applications in the morning, afternoon, or full-day.
Session 3: July 22–25 offers an additional camp for dancers with Down Syndrome.

All Abilities Dancing Classes

Dancing with Wheels for ages 11+
Wednesdays, 5:00–6:00pm. Tuition: $150 or with a class card.
Build dance skills and express yourself through movement for youth and adults with wheeling devices.

All Abilities Dancing
Wednesdays, 6:30–7:30pm. Tuition: $150 or with a class card. Ages 18+
Express yourself while you explore the elements of dance and develop skills in improvisation and collaboration. For adults with and without disabilities.

Creo Arts & Dance Conservatory Adult Summer Drop-In Classes

Join us for our ballet, jazz, and contemporary adult classes in a joyful and safe environment at Creo Arts and Dance Conservatory in Minnetonka. You can expect a high-energy class with motivational dance artists who are experts in their craft!

June Session
Open Level Jazz: Wednesday, June 26: 6:00-7:00pm
Open Level Contemporary: Thursday, June 27: 6:30-7:30pm

July Session
Beginning/Intermediate Ballet: Tuesday, July 9, 16, 23, 30: 6:30-7:45pm
Open Level Jazz: Wednesday, July 10, 17, 24, 31: 6:00-7:00pm
Open Level Contemporary: Thursday, July 11, 18, 25: 6:30-7:30pm

August Session
Beginning/Intermediate Ballet: Tuesday, August 6, 13, 20, 27: 6:30-7:45pm
Open Level Jazz: Wednesday, August 7, 14, 21, 28: 6:00-7:00pm
Open Level Contemporary: Thursday, August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29: 6:30-7:30pm