Virtual Summer Dance Classes
VIRTUAL SUMMER DANCE SCHEDULE
July – August 2020
Classes offered:
Beginner Kathak – Tuesdays – 5:00 – 6:00
Classes begin on July 7th
– A class to introduce our dancers to the beautiful classical art form of Kathak. Dancers will be trained in the Lucknow Gharana and will begin with basic footwork, basic turns, and basic patters. Dancers will also be introduced to the graceful hand movements of kathak.
Kids (Ages 4-7) – Bollywood – Tuesdays – 4:00 – 5:00 PM
Classes begin on July 7th
– Kids will learn a dance to a popular Bollywood song. We will be focusing on energy, sharp movements, and expressions in this class. We want the kids to focus on the technique of dancing in this class.
Kids (Ages 5-7) – Semi Classical – Tuesdays – 3:00 – 4:00 PM
Classes begin on July 7th
– In this class, dancers will delve into some of Bollywood’s most beautiful songs. With subtle nuances of Bharata Natyam and Kathak, these dancers will learn the grace and beauty that semi classical dance entails. This class will focus on hand movements, graceful postures, technique, and expressions.
Kids/PT (Ages 6-11) – Expressions – Mondays 3:00 – 4:30 PM
Classes begin on July 6th
– Up Close & Personal – Through a combination of seated choreography and skillful movement, dancers will explore and develop their facial expressions and graceful precise hand movements. The perfect class for limited space.
Kids/PT – (Ages 7-11) Bhangra/Garba – Thursdays – 4:00 – 5:00 PM
Classes begin on July 9th
– Bhangra hailing from Punjab and Garba hailing from Gujarat may be two of India’s most popular folk dance styles. In this class, students will be exposed to the techniques of bhangra and garba. Both styles are high energy. This class will certainly increase each dancer’s stamina. Be ready to sweat!
Kids/PT(Ages 7-11) – Workshop – Wednesdays – 3:00 – 4:30 PM
Classes begin on July 8th
– Short, action packed dance routines with emphasis on performance, style, and personal expression. Each class will be a new routine.
Preteens(Ages 8-11) – Indo Contemp – Thursdays – 5:00 – 6:00 PM
Classes begin on July 9th
– Dancers will learning contemporary and lyrical technique put to Hindi music. Movement is everything when it comes to dance, and in this class, dancers will be forced to express themselves with every movement of their body, to feel the rhythm and beat of each musical element, and to show emotions through dance. Dancers will also learn leaps, turns, and floorwork.
Preteens(Ages 8-12) – Semi Classical – Wednedays 5:00 – 6:00 PM
Classes begin on July 8th
– In this 6 week semi classical course, the focus will be on expressions and the smaller nuances of what encompasses the special parts of classical dance. The course will be broken into two parts with regards to choreography that allows us to devote equal time to both asthetics. Expect to be pushed out of your comfort zone and learn an elegant piece.
Preteens/Teens(Ages 10+) – Indo Fusion – Mondays – 4:30 – 6:30 PM
Classes begin on July 6th
– Indian Classical and Folk movements and dance fused with a variety of styles including, but not limited to, contemporary, street jazz, etc to create the perfect balancing act.
PT/Teens(Ages 10+) – How to Choreograph – Tuesdays – 6:00 – 7:00 PM
Classes begin on July 7th
– In this weekly class, dancers will learn about concepts, music, rhythm, and beats, and overall movement and choreography! We want our dancers to be able to take all of the skills they learn in our AUM class and start to create their own masterpieces. Family parties and gatherings are events where your dancer can shine with choreography.
Kathak Technique Class – Wednesdays – 4:00 – 5:00 PM
Classes begin on July 8th
– This 6 week Kathak technique class will focus on a few key elements of kathak, such as circles, footwork patterns, and how to understand and read/say bol (syllable). In addition, new techniques and related vocabulary will be taught. You can expect to have weekly homework that will need to be submitted via Whatsapp. Although you will be learning new material each week, the course will focus on ensuring everyone understands the intricate details and can execute each technique with precision. This course is perfect for anyone that is their third or fourth year of Kathak training (not to be confused with years of dance, but more in terms of level). This course is not meant for beginners.
Inter.Bharata Natyam Tuesdays – 5:00 – 6:00 PM
(Level 3-4 of Bharata Natyam training completed)
• Must have completed Jathiswaram *
• Classes begin on July 7th
– This class will be perfect for the dancers that are looking to finish the bharata natyam course curriculum at AUM. They will learn a full Bharata Natyam piece in this 6 week class. The dance will be an even split of grace, expression, and footwork.
Teens (Ages 12+) – Workshop Style – Mondays – 6:30 PM
Classes begin on July 6th
– Short, action packed dance routines with emphasis on performance, style, and personal expression. Each class will be a new routine.
Teens (Ages 12+) – Expressions – Wednesdays – 4:30 – 6:00 PM
Classes begin on July 8th
– Up Close & Personal – Through a combination of seated choreography and skillful movement, dancers will explore and develop their facial expressions and graceful precise hand movements. The perfect class for limited space.
Teens(Ages 12+) – Storytelling & Choreo – Wednesdays – 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Classes begin on July 8th
– Dancers will work to sharpen both their choreography and expressive skills by understanding how to create proper story arcs through movement and how to best communicate with an audience.
Teens (Ages 13+) – Femme – Thursdays – 7:30 – 8:30 PM
Classes begin on July 9th
– This Femme dance class will focus on all aspects of feminine movement in dance. Combining elements of jazz, broadway, lyrical, and fluid movements, dancers will be exposed to a different side of dance. Be ready to work your hips and become a more versatile and confident dancer.
Adv Bharata Natyam – Tuesdays – 7:30 – 9:30 PM
Classes begin on July 7th
** Dancers MUST have completed atleast 5 years of Bharata Natyam Class*
– In this advanced Bharata Natyam class, dancers will focus on learning intricate footwork sequences known as jathis, which will then be implemented into a new Bharata Natyam dance. This class will work at an advanced level and it will be challenging for everyone enrolled. This class is perfect for any AUM dancer that is looking to complete their Bharata Natyam Arangetram.
Bollywood Zumba – Adults – Tuesdays & Thursdays- 6:30 – 7:15 PM
Classes begin on July 7th
– Burn those calories while having fun with a mix of Bollywood songs! Get your body moving with some simple dance steps that will be great for exercise and on the dance floor. No dance experience required…just be ready to have some FUN!