Open Adult Pre-/Professional Contemporary

Saturdays 10-11:30 AM

Saturday, June 7: Contemporary with TARA McARTHUR

Class Description: This contemporary class begins with a grounding exercise, using breath to activate and organize the body. Drawing from yoga and Gyrotonic principles, we’ll prepare for greater range of motion, coordination, and internal awareness. As we move into phrase work, we’ll build a spherical, multidirectional sense of movement, relishing transitions and tapping into our inherent musicality. With attention to space, sensation, sound, and the surrounding environment, dancers are encouraged to explore personal expression within shared material—developing both technical precision and creative freedom.

General Class Information: Class is intended for Professional and Pre-Professional Contemporary Dancers. We call it Int/Adv because it is taught with the assumption that dancers are in different places in their careers, and with the intention of providing space for emerging and seasoned artists alike to experience agency and choice-making that honors their personal and professional needs.

When: 10:00-11:30 AM

Where: Performing Dance Center: 3310 S 2700 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84109

Cost: Venmo, check, and cash are accepted

• Drop-Ins: $15

• 5 class cards: $60

• Special Sliding Scale Rate: For those in financial need, a sliding scale is available of $9-14. No questions asked.

• Work Study: Work Study is offered for one to two people each season. Work Study is intended for those in financial need who intend to take classes regularly. Please contact Nichele if you are interested!

Logistics: Preregistration is not required. Please arrive early to complete payment and sign liability waivers. Class will start and end right on time! New-to-class dancers, please allow at least 10 minutes to complete paperwork and settle in.

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