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Adult Ballet Foundation with Jen

Unity Dance and Movement (DC Conservatory of Dance) 4853 Cordell Avenue, Bethesda, MD

No previous experience needed! 60 minutes - In this course, students will be introduced to the theory, vocabulary, and practice of the foundational principles of classical ballet. Using anatomically sound practices, students will learn the correct use of turnout, proper alignment and carriage of the body, coordination of the head, arms, and legs, balance, and […]

$20
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Adult Jazz Foundation with Paetyn

Unity Dance and Movement (DC Conservatory of Dance) 4853 Cordell Avenue, Bethesda, MD

No Experience Needed! 60 minutes - Jazz dance explores syncopated and complex rhythm and musicality, isolation of the body, a “grounded” aesthetic, athleticism and artistry. Jazz dance is deeply rooted in American history. From its roots in African social dance, brought to the United States via the transatlantic slave trade, to its wide representation on […]

$20
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Adult Lyrical Foundation with Talissa

Unity Dance and Movement (DC Conservatory of Dance) 4853 Cordell Avenue, Bethesda, MD

No Experience Needed! $20 per class. 60 minutes - This class has a technique-oriented warm-up including isolations, elements from ballet technique and full-body stretching. Choreography is simple and repetitive, working on musicality, coordination, style and emotional expression through connection to the lyrics of the song.

$20
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Adult Modern Foundation with Jen

Unity Dance and Movement (DC Conservatory of Dance) 4853 Cordell Avenue, Bethesda, MD

No Experience Needed! 60 minutes - In this course, students will experience movement through the exploration of dance elements including space, time, and energy. Techniques will be presented to the students as a way to develop an awareness of and articulation of the body. Students will move through space exploring principles of motion. Improvisation will […]

$20

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Adult Tap Beyond the Basics with Paetyn

Unity Dance and Movement (DC Conservatory of Dance) 4853 Cordell Avenue, Bethesda, MD

For Advanced Beginners! $20 per class. 60 minutes - This is a rhythmic tap class where students will use their understanding of fundamental tap steps like shuffles, flaps, spanks etc. to create longer rhythmic phrases. We will also introduce and work on some more advanced steps as well like pull backs and pick ups.

$20
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Adult Ballet Explore and Express with Jen

Unity Dance and Movement (DC Conservatory of Dance) 4853 Cordell Avenue, Bethesda, MD

Intermediate Level! $20 per class. 90 minutes - This course is for dancers who are moving beyond the basics of ballet and ready for a faster-paced class with more complex patterns and steps. Students in this course should feel comfortable with beginner ballet vocabulary and technique. Musicality and performance quality will be emphasized. Recommendation: 3 […]

$20
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Adult Hatha Yoga with Alice

Unity Dance and Movement (DC Conservatory of Dance) 4853 Cordell Avenue, Bethesda, MD

60 minutes - Natarajasana (or Dancer Pose) is about finding balance and gracefulness within opposite forces. We will start a new series of classes focusing on intermediate balance poses, and build up to more complex postures including inversions. We will also learn more about the Yamas and Niyamas (ways of "right living" for a Yogi). […]

$20
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Adult Theater Jazz Beyond the Basics with Talissa

Unity Dance and Movement (DC Conservatory of Dance) 4853 Cordell Avenue, Bethesda, MD

For Advanced Beginners! $20 per class. 90 minutes - This class explores the art of storytelling through movement. Class will begin with a jazz-based full body warm-up including isolations, gentle conditioning, dynamic stretching, and foundational technique. This class will feature a new combination every week that focuses on character embodiment, storytelling, and celebrates self-expression and […]

$20