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BELLY DANCE I

Enjoy movement to music while learning belly dance, also known as Middle Eastern Dance. This class is designed for beginners and for those who want to review and strengthen basic techniques. Students learn basic moves, arm placement, and body isolations. Wear comfortable clothing.

HALYA – Dancer; Teacher; Choreographer

263 - $60

8 Thursdays, 2/25 to 4/22 Remedial Gym
6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Cheltenham High School

 

BELLY DANCE II

For those who have learned the fundamentals or who have previous dance experience, this class will refine the basic movements with added layering, combinations, and choreography. Wear comfortable clothing and a hip scarf, belt or sash.

HALYA – Dancer; Teacher; Choreographer

264 - $60

8 Thursdays, 2/25 to 4/22 Remedial Gym
7:35 to 8:35 p.m. Cheltenham High School

 

TAP  DANCE I

This class is for people with little or no tap experience.  The focus will be on rhythmic awareness, weight shifts and basic steps. Tap shoes with flat heels are preferred by the teacher.

AUDREY BOOKSPAN – Teacher; Choreographer; Performer; Lifetime Achievement in the Arts, Allen’s Lane Art Center

260 - $63

9 Thursdays, 2/25 to 5/6 Little Theatre
6 to 7 PM  Cheltenham High School

 

TAP DANCE II

Students progress from basic steps to combinations with emphasis on rhythmic awareness.  Routines such as soft shoe and shim sham will be taught.  Tap shoes are required.

AUDREY BOOKSPAN

261 - $70

10 Mondays, 2/22 to 5/10   Little Theatre 
6 to 7 PM  Cheltenham High School

 

TAP DANCE III

Explore tap from Jazz to Bach.  At all levels, the goal is to understand theory/process and appreciate all types of tap expression.  Tap shoes are required. Performance opportunities will be available for those who wish to participate.

AUDREY BOOKSPAN

262 - $80

10 Mondays, 2/22 to 5/10

Little Theatre  

7:00 to 8:30 PM

Cheltenham High School

                                                                                        

 BALLROOM DANCING I

This ten-week course is meant for beginners who would like to recognize and learn a variety
of dance styles. Each week we'll start fresh with the basic steps and rhythm patterns for a different dance style: slow dance, fast (disco/hustle), waltz, foxtrot, swing/jitterbug, rumba, cha cha, mambo/salsa, merengue, and tango.

MARIA JACOBS – Owner and Instructor, Valley Forge Dance School

277 - $61  

 278 - $61

10 Mondays, 2/22 to 5/10

10 Mondays, 2/22 to 5/10

6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

7:30 to 8:30 p.m. 

Student Center

  Cheltenham High School

 

LATIN DANCE

Learn the exciting dances that have captured the world's imagination! Each week a new Latin
favorite will be taught: cha cha, mambo/salsa, rumba, merengue and tango. Soon you will be
“dancing with the stars.”
MARIA JACOBS – Owner and Instructor, Valley Forge Dance School

271 - $51

5 Thursdays, 2/25 to 3/25 Student Center 
8 to 9 p.m. Cheltenham High School

 

SALSACIZE

This class teaches both traditional Salsa dance patterns and Latin cardio moves that will have
you moving your hips with abandon. It can prepare you to hit the Latin dance clubs with confidence
while burning calories with a smile on your face and Latin rhythms in your step. All
dance levels are welcome; partners are not required. Bring a towel, water bottle and wear
appropriate shoes, workout clothes and a smile. NOTE: For a real life experience you will be
invited to a Wednesday evening Salsa Dance at North by Northwest in Mt. Airy.

MARK McCLEOD – Teacher of Salsa and Latin Cardio; Performer

272 - $71 

10 Mondays, 2/22 to 5/10 Remedial Gym
7:45 to 8:45 p.m. Cheltenham High School

 

LINE DANCING 

No partner? No problem! This dance class is for all individuals who want to dance to lively oldies hits (Personality, Kansas City, etc) and learn the basics of the electric slide, the tush push, and the Continental, among others. You will follow the instructor every week learning popular patterns, burning calories, and having fun. You will never again have to sit out a group dance at a wedding.

MARIA JACOBS

292 - $51

5 Thursdays, 2/25 to 3/25

Student Center  

7 to 8 p.m.

Cheltenham High School

 

HIP HOP FOR BEGINNERS

Want to look like you’re on an MTV video? Every week you will learn short warm-ups, basic moves, and a mini routine full of fresh, funky choreography. The class is designed for beginners, and the focus will be on fun as you master the basics. Please wear sneakers and comfortable clothing.

DAVID DORSAIMA – Professional Dancer; Founder “Strictly Business” Dance Company

270 - $70                       

10 Thursdays, 2/25 to 5/6

Remedial Gym

8:40 to 9:40 PM

Cheltenham High School

 

ZYDECO 101

The newest and hottest dance to come out of New Orleans. This is a feisty gumbo of a dance that mixes Creole, Cajun, Caribbean, Rock-n-Roll and Rhythm and Blues. Its great exercise and lots of fun. Beginners are welcome. No partners are needed. Please wear comfortable clothes and sneakers.

VINCE MASCIARELLI – Well-known Dance Leader; Teacher; Caller

280 - $51

5 Mondays, 2/22 to 3/22

 Room 141

7 to 8 p.m. 

Cheltenham High School

 

See Health, Fitness and Exercise for a description of this course:
ZUMBA – LOW IMPACT AEROBICS

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