CLASSES & WORKSHOPS
The Dance Division of the Metropolitan Board of Parks and Recreation currently offers classes in ballet, pointe, Afro-Brazilian/Afro Fusion/West African, creative movement, contemporary, Gyrokinesis®, international folk dance, Pilates, Dance Fit, tai chi, tap and theater jazz. Offered at minimal cost to participants, classes are taught for children, teens, adults, and senior citizens. TUITION SCHOLARSHIPS are available through Friends of Metro Dance.
COVID Protocols (as of 7/15/22): Masks are currently optional but encouraged when distancing cannot be observed, in areas with poor ventilation, and around high-risk individuals.
COVID Protocols (as of 7/15/22): Masks are currently optional but encouraged when distancing cannot be observed, in areas with poor ventilation, and around high-risk individuals.
CLASS FOR CHILDREN & TEENS
Registration for Fall 2022 children & teen classes is now closed.
CLASSICAL BALLET
(Ages 6+) Students experience the beauty and discipline of classical ballet in a cohesive program of study that gives students a solid technical foundation, develops their artistry, and prepares them for performance in a professional setting. New students beyond the beginning level should e-mail the Dance Division Supervisor for placement before registering.
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EARLY CHILDHOOD
(Ages 18 months-5 yrs) Our early childhood classes introduce young children to the joy of dance with a blend of movement, music, rhythm, and creative imagery to help them develop a musical ear, locomotor skills and physical coordination in a developmentally appropriate way, all while having fun!
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CONTEMPORARY
(Ages 6+) Contemporary dance training building strong, creative dancers through technique, improvisation, and composition. Students learn technique, create original movement, and move with confidence through creative and imaginative movement exercises.
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TAP & THEATER JAZZ
(Ages 4+) Calling all Broadway babies! Dancers who love the spotlight will love our classes that introduce them to the fundamentals of theater jazz and tap dance and refine their skills in coordination, rhythm, and stage presence.
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CLASSES FOR ADULTS (15 yrs+)
AFRO-BRAZILIAN
Instructor: Jasmine Dominique Join Jasmine Dominique for a class full of soulful and dynamic movement that will lift your spirits and nurture your body while you develop rhythm and coordination, relieve stress, and increase fitness.
Third Wednesday of the Month, 7-8 pm Aug 17, Sep 21, No Class Oct 19, Nov 16, Dec 21 Coleman Community Center Drop-in: $4 |
WEST AFRICAN
Instructor: Windship Boyd Join Windship Boyd to explore together different dances from West Africa (primarily Guinean dances) with a focus on the fundamentals, feeling the music, and the joy of movement. Windship has been studying dance in West Africa for over 15 years and recently returned from an extended stay. All levels welcome.
Mondays, 11 am-12:15 pm Ongoing Sevier Park Community Center Drop-in: $5 Wednesdays*, 7-8 pm Ongoing - No Class Oct 12 Coleman Community Center Drop-in: $4 *Except the third Wednesday of each month when dancers can join Jasmine for Afro-Brazilian |
BALLET
Dance in a welcoming environment. Classes are open level and students should have some experience in ballet and the ability to modify movements as needed to suit their level of experience.
PLEASE NOTE: Classes at Centennial Performing Arts Studios are changing days and times! Tue/Thu/Fri, 9:30-11 am Fall Session Begins Aug 16 Centennial Performing Arts Studios Instructors: Rebekah Hampton Barger (Tue/Thu); Katie Eliason (Fri) NEW CLASS! Tue/Thu, 9-10:30 am Fall Session Begins Aug 16 Sevier Park Community Center Instructor: Donna Carver Drop-in: $10 / $4 Seniors CPAS 10-Class Card: $80 / $30 Seniors |
DANCEFIT
Instructor: Kat Mathis DanceFit is a medium-to-high intensity, dance-based cardio fitness class that's FUN. Experience a challenging workout in a positive and encouraging environment with easy-to-follow choreography and a pop music playlist.
Saturdays, 10:30-11:30 am Ongoing McCabe Park Community Center Drop-In: $4 |
DANCING WITH PARKINSON'S
Instructor: Julia Marx, MA, R-DMT This class engages the body, mind, and spirit in dance and movement designed to address the challenges of living with PD. With no prior dance experience required, you will learn to move to music in ways which are fun and easy to pick up. Dances provide practice with balance, flexibility, mobility, coordination, creative thought, and relaxation. All activities can be done standing or seated. Individuals with Parkinson’s and their partners and caregivers are welcome. Class is free for all participants.
Fridays, 10:30-11:30 am Fall Session #1: Aug 19-Sep 30 Centennial Art Center Fall Session #2: Oct 21-Nov 18 (no class Nov 11-Veterans' Day) Sevier Park Community Center Free |
GYROKINESIS®
Instructor: Phylicia Roybal The Gyrokinesis Method is a movement method that addresses the entire body, opening energy pathways, stimulating the nervous system, increasing range of motion and creating functional strength through rhythmic, flowing movement sequences.
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PILATES
Instructor: Kari Gregg The exercises created by Joseph H. Pilates use muscle control, breathing techniques, imagery and postural alignment to strengthen the entire body. Kari uses a variety of props to challenge your strength, flexibility, mobility, and balance in each class, helping you build confidence to move through all of the daily activities you love with ease and joy.
Active Aging Pilates Wednesdays, 1:30-2:30 pm Ongoing Sevier Park Community Center Drop-In: $4 Beginning Mat Class Saturdays, 9:00-9:45 am Fall Session: Sep 10-Nov 19 (no class 10/8, 10/15) Centennial Performing Arts Studios Register for Fall Session: $45 (Single drop-ins are not available but 10-class cards are accepted for this class. New cards must be purchased in advance). |
STRENGTH & STRETCH
Instructor: Asia Pyron Come join Asia Pyron in her fitness classes involving full body strengthening and stretch exercises. This hour long class will get you sweaty and strong as Asia guides you through basic yet challenging movement. Release your inner beast and come move with Asia!
Tuesdays, 5:30-6:30 pm Begins Tue, Aug 16 Sevier Park Community Center Drop-In: $4 |
TAI CHI
Instructor: Jen-Jen Lin Tai Chi moves slowly and gently with a calm mind, sometimes called meditation in motion. It applies the theory of yin and yang and strives the balance the body and mind. Learn basic breathing, stances, walking and beginning level Tai Chi low-impact exercise.
Wednesdays, 10-11 am Ongoing Sevier Park Community Center Drop-in: $4 Thursdays, 2:30-3:30 pm Begins Oct 6 Bellevue Community Center Drop-in: $4 |
Additional classes are offered by our partners and companies-in-residence, di mossa and New Dialect and partner Nashville International Folk Dancers (NIFD) in Metro Parks facilities. Check company websites for the most up-to-date information.
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UPCOMING CLASSES with di mossa:
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 12:30-2 pm Fall Classes Begin Sep 6 Centennial Performing Arts Studios Learn More |
UPCOMING CLASSES with New Dialect:
Mondays & Wednesdays, 9:30-11 am Fall Session: Sep 12-Nov 2 Centennial Performing Arts Studios Drop-in: $10 / $4 Seniors/BIPOC CPAS 10-Class Card: $80 / $30 Seniors/BIPOC View Instructor Schedule |
UPCOMING CLASSES with NIFD:
International Folk Dance Tuesdays, 6:30-8:15 pm Ongoing McCabe Park Community Center Drop-in: $3 Register for Trimester: $40 |