TUESDAYS
Intermediate/Advanced Adult Tap:
6:30 – 8 PM with Gretchen Jax
Tap classes are designed to develop rhythm, style and sound. Students will learn a variety of tap styles from Broadway to Rhythm tap. This class is for students who have a good knowledge of tap vocabulary. At least two years of tap experience is highly recommended. Students will be introduced to more advanced concepts of musicality and complex combinations along with developing speed, strength and clarity of sound. The class emphasis is on developing proper tap technique while having fun!
Open Adult Ballet
6:30 – 8 PM with Mavis Scully
This class has a more complete vocabulary with an emphasis on developing strength and movement quality. It is geared towards those with three or more years of ballet experience. Class will include barre work and center combinations. Comfortable dancewear and/or workout apparel is ideal for these classes. Ballet slippers are recommended and can be purchased at the following local retailers or found online: Morris Costumes, M.A,Zing Dancewear, and Lebo’s.
WEDNESDAYS
Power Dance
6:30 – 7:30 PM
Join Charlotte Ballet for six weeks of Power Dance with Tara Winston Conrad! This uplifting and fun-filled class is based on a traditional jazz class with full warm up, leading into combination and finishing with a cool down and final stretch. Be inspired in body, mind, and soul while learning Jazz dance combinations from Broadway Musicals to Hip Hop Music Videos.
*Please note: Power Dance classes will end on July 31
THURSDAYS
Broadway Dancer’s Warm Up:
6:30 – 8 PM with Mavis Scully
This class is a freeing, fun way to end your workday! You’ll experience a combination of ballet and jazz dance styles to warm up and invigorate your body, mind, and spirit. A typical class will include a simple ballet barre, floor work/stretching, ab work, jazz combinations, movement across the floor, and turns! You’ll explore and learn short combinations from great Musical Theatre choreographers such as Fosse, Robbins, deMille, Bennet, and more! This class is encouraging to beginners but also intriguing to more experienced dancers.
Fundamentals of Ballet
6:30 – 8 PM with Lauren Skrabalak
Fundamentals of Ballet is great for those with limited or no ballet training. This class will introduce basic vocabulary, positions and combinations at the barre. Comfortable dancewear and/or workout apparel is ideal for this class. Ballet slippers are recommended, but not required, and can be purchased at the following local retailers or found online: Morris Costumes, M.A,Zing Dancewear, and Lebo’s.
For questions, contact frontdesk@charlotteballet.org
PRICING
- Single Class: $18
Payment can be made to the front desk at time of arrival by cash, check or card swipe. All Drop-in class tuition is non-refundable in the event of absence.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
INSTRUCTORS
Charlotte Ballet Academy is the first school of ballet in the state to be affiliated with a nationally renowned, professional ballet company. Our faculty is top notch! Instructors are former professional dancers or have received degrees from prestigious college dance programs.
PARKING
Free parking is available in the gravel lot behind the Center for Dance. Space is subject to availability. There is metered parking on the side streets. Please note that Charlotte Ballet does not guarantee space for any of its classes and is not responsible for any damage that occurs to vehicles during class.
ARRIVAL
Adult Drop-In classes at the Center for Dance are generally held on the second floor. All dancers must enter through the Tryon Street doors and check in at the lobby reception desk prior to class. The front desk staff on duty will then direct you to the correct studio and numbered spot. Cubbies are available outside each studio for personal belongings.
DRESS CODE
There is no official dress code for drop-in classes, and any comfortable workout attire is acceptable. Please utilize proper footwear for your specific class.
