Master Classes & Workshops:

Over the last 21 years, DDC has been able to offer dozens of master classes in ballet, jazz, modern, flamenco, tap, and hip-hop.  It is our philosophy that young dancers benefit greatly from the expertise of professionals in education and from the stage, hearing behind-the-scenes stories from the “old days,” to what’s happening in the video industry now, and more!  Because DDC is home to the Denton City Contemporary Ballet, our students also take advantage of the company’s Community Master Class Series held throughout the year.

 

Master Classes with World Famous Prima Ballerina
OLGA PAVLOVA

Sunday, March 7th, 2010
Intermediate Level Ballet (ages 11-14) 1-2:30pm
Advanced Level Ballet (ages 14+) 2:45-4:15pm

$30/dancer

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THOM CLOWER WINTER BALLET WORKSHOP Known as one of the most energetic and inspiring teachers across the country, Thom Clower's "evangelistic" approach to teaching has touched the lives and careers of dancers across the country for over 25 years. With extensive training in Vaganova, Balanchine, Cechetti, and Bournonville, Mr. Clower combines the qualities of each one of these styles to present a technique that is true and versatile. Since 2002, Thom Clower has traveled around the world as a free-lance teacher.  Mr. Clower's work has included regional companies and schools, Pittsburgh Ballet Theater, Atlanta Ballet, as a regular guest at Broadway Dance Center, Ballet Master for Tanzsomer, on faculty of Interlochen Arts Academy in Michigan, and as Associate Ballet Master for Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo on their Australian/New Zealand Tour. 2010 Winter Workshop for Intermediate and Advanced Ballet Students February 15-19, 2010 Monday through Friday Intermediate Level (ages 11+) 5:30-7pm daily Advanced Level (ages 14+) 7:15-8:45pm daily Click Here for Brochure and Registration Form! Space Limited—Enroll Now!!!

 

Some of the many notables that have taught Master Classes and Workshops at DDC are James Clouser, Thom Clower, Thomas Enckell, Comfort Fedoke, Dr. Lisa Fusillo, Elizabeth Gillaspy, Dr. Janice LaPointe Crump, Sergie Pakarov, Stephanie Rand, Susan Roberts, Lesley Snelson-Figueroa, Arlene Sugano, Nathan Trice, Astrid Von Ussar, and others!

 

Pilates and Yoga

Pilates exercises focus on posture, strength, and flexibility - all three are important components for any good dancer. The use of Pilates results in a strengthening of the upper body that enhances a dancer's balance, alignment of body parts, better posture while still or turning, and other spinal muscle alignments. Pilates exercises are also good at lower body parts like the ankles and feet that play a key role in any form of dance.

Benefits of Pilates

1. Flat Abdominals, Powerful Core
2. Lean, Fit and Flexible Muscles
3. Spinal Mobility and Healthy Back
4. Restored Posture
5. Greater Balance
6. Functional and Integrated Movement
7. Coordination

Pilates Level I Class Description

(Mondays, 7-8pm)
The purpose of this class is to increase strength, flexibility, range of motion, coordination and ease of movement through the Power Pilates method.  The course will encourage the application of a conditioning program to enhance the student’s own long-term health and wellness activities.  Basic through intermediate level exercises will be introduced in Power Pilates mat-work. The instructor will also incorporate student needs such as target areas, toning, and resistance work. 

Pilates Level II Class Description

(Mondays, 8:15-9:15pm)
The class objective is similar to that of Pilates Level I, however, the class will explore the intermediate, advanced, and super advanced exercises of the Power Pilates mat-work as well as incorporating the use of props (theraband, hand weights, magic circle, etc).

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Yoga Classes

Yoga starts Saturday, Sept. 5th from 12noon-1pm

Yoga is a form of exercise that uses slow movements and stretching. It is good for increasing flexibility, balance, relieving stress and relaxing. Yoga has been used as a meditation technique for thousands of years. Joanna has practiced all the different forms of yoga, but teaches a class based on Hatha and Ashtanga yoga forms. Her class focuses on correct postures and form to achieve strength, balance, flexibility and weight loss.

 

DDC’s ANNUAL DRILL TEAM PREP WORKSHOP
January 19 –March 9, 2010

8 Week Session, Tuesdays from 8-9pm
Ages 13+

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Space Limited—Enroll Now!!!