Sahina Bellydance
Anastasia's Social Dance School
Valley Jazz Choir
TEEN/ADULT
EVENING & WEEKEND PROGRAM
EVENING & WEEKEND PROGRAM
Adult courses offer people of all abilities the opportunity to enjoy dance and movement in a variety of techniques. Students will benefit from the high standard of teaching, the friendly relaxed atmosphere and the professional facilities of East Street Dance Center.
Registration & Information: Contact the instructor directly.
Fall 2011
Tai Chi & Chi Kung
Relaxing, energizing, and fun. A blend of traditional and eclectic internal martial/healing practices for health and self-confidence. Saturdays, 10-11:30 beginners; 11:30-12:30 int/adv. Instructor: Jeff Felberbaum. For information 413-219-0999 www.innerartstaichi.com
Chen Style Tai Chi
Of the five family styles of Taijiquan, Chen Style is the most dynamic and athletic. Correctly practiced, it confers strength, flexibility and the generation of energy that enhances health and longevity. Wednesday 5:45-7:00pm Instructors: Leslie Franks and Marc Gerstein (413) 253-7997 or chentaijiacademy@charter.net
T’ai Chi Ch’uan
This Tai Chi class will be offered in January through the Long River T’ai Chi Circle. The form that is taght is Ch’eng Man Ch’ing’s 37 postures short form. Wednesday 9:00-10:00am. Instructor: Jimmy Ilson (413)584-1976 j_ilson@yahoo.com
Ballet
Suitable for the absolute beginner and students with limited dance experience. The class will introduce the basics of classical ballet technique with an emphasis on enjoyment. Wednesday 6:00-7:30. Instructor: Karen Michaels (413) 665-4977 karenmichaelszb@yahoo.com
Belly Dance
Classes are fun and rewarding, allowing you to develop a knowledge of an exciting variety of Middle Eastern dance styles and an appreciation of its music and culture. Class topics rotate every two months. Mixed Levels 1 and 2 Wednesdays 6:30-7:45 Sundays 11-12:15. Instructor: Sahina (413) 595-1119 sahinabellydance@gmail.com
Crescent Dancers
call East Street Studios their home rehearsal space every Thursday evening. The troupe performs ”danse orientale” more commonly known as belly dance. With glittering, cabaret style solos and village folk dances inspired by the rich dance and music traditions of the Middle East. Private and group classes. Information: www.crescentdancers.com
Yoga
Introduces principles of yoga and conscious expansion by developing connections between breath and movement. Suitable for those new to yoga and those wishing to refresh their insight. Wednesday 8:15-9:15 AM and Thursday 6:00-7:30 PM. Instructor: Karen Michaels Certified Embodyoga teacher. (413) 665-4977 karenmichaelszb@yahoo.com
Modern
Fundamentals (1st. semester) An introduction to basic contemporary technique for participants with little or no previous experience. The class is influenced by Limon and Release-based technique to increase creativity, fitness and confidence. Classes focus on alignment, clear use of weight and musicality to encourage freedom of movement. Tuesday 6:00-7:30 PM, Wednesday 9:30-11:00 AM. Instructor: Karen Michaels (413) 665-4977 karenmichaelszb@yahoo.com
Beginner (2nd. semester) The use of weight, intention and musicality help make this class an energetic and challenging experience. Simple movement phases are built upon to help develop a greater awareness of both the body and the space in which it moves. The class is physical and energetic and encourages the participants to explore their individual movement vocabulary. Tuesday 6:00-7:30 PM, Wednesday 9:30-11:00 AM. Instructor: Karen Michaels (413) 665-4977
Ballroom, Latin, Wedding Day Dances
Group, Private and Semi-Private. Monday 6:30-10:30. For schedule and pricing contact Anastasia 413-658-4766 or visit www.socialdanceschool.com.
Songwriting Workshop for Teens (Ages 14-18)
Explore your voice as both writer and performer. Monday Sept 6- Monday December 6. 4:00-6:00pm Instructor: Tony Lechner (413) 530-0442 ValleyJazzChoir.com
Jazz Choir for Teens (Ages 14-18)
Repertoire includes classic jazz songs and arrangements. If you have a great ear but can’t read music, don’t worry. All you need is a love of singing. Tuesdays, 4:00-6:00pm Instructor: Tony Lechner (413) 530-0442 ValleyJazzChoir.com
Valley Jazz Choir
Open to local adults who love jazz. No auditions for this group. Repertoire includes classic jazz songs as well as contemporary charts from Take 6, The Real Group, Cadence, and even local arrangers. Tuesday 7:00-9:00. Directed by award-winning local songwriter Tony Lechner. Instructor: Tony Lechner (413) 530-0442 ValleyJazzChoir.com
Registration & Information: Contact the instructor directly.
Fall 2011
Tai Chi & Chi Kung
Relaxing, energizing, and fun. A blend of traditional and eclectic internal martial/healing practices for health and self-confidence. Saturdays, 10-11:30 beginners; 11:30-12:30 int/adv. Instructor: Jeff Felberbaum. For information 413-219-0999 www.innerartstaichi.com
Chen Style Tai Chi
Of the five family styles of Taijiquan, Chen Style is the most dynamic and athletic. Correctly practiced, it confers strength, flexibility and the generation of energy that enhances health and longevity. Wednesday 5:45-7:00pm Instructors: Leslie Franks and Marc Gerstein (413) 253-7997 or chentaijiacademy@charter.net
T’ai Chi Ch’uan
This Tai Chi class will be offered in January through the Long River T’ai Chi Circle. The form that is taght is Ch’eng Man Ch’ing’s 37 postures short form. Wednesday 9:00-10:00am. Instructor: Jimmy Ilson (413)584-1976 j_ilson@yahoo.com
Ballet
Suitable for the absolute beginner and students with limited dance experience. The class will introduce the basics of classical ballet technique with an emphasis on enjoyment. Wednesday 6:00-7:30. Instructor: Karen Michaels (413) 665-4977 karenmichaelszb@yahoo.com
Belly Dance
Classes are fun and rewarding, allowing you to develop a knowledge of an exciting variety of Middle Eastern dance styles and an appreciation of its music and culture. Class topics rotate every two months. Mixed Levels 1 and 2 Wednesdays 6:30-7:45 Sundays 11-12:15. Instructor: Sahina (413) 595-1119 sahinabellydance@gmail.com
Crescent Dancers
call East Street Studios their home rehearsal space every Thursday evening. The troupe performs ”danse orientale” more commonly known as belly dance. With glittering, cabaret style solos and village folk dances inspired by the rich dance and music traditions of the Middle East. Private and group classes. Information: www.crescentdancers.com
Yoga
Introduces principles of yoga and conscious expansion by developing connections between breath and movement. Suitable for those new to yoga and those wishing to refresh their insight. Wednesday 8:15-9:15 AM and Thursday 6:00-7:30 PM. Instructor: Karen Michaels Certified Embodyoga teacher. (413) 665-4977 karenmichaelszb@yahoo.com
Modern
Fundamentals (1st. semester) An introduction to basic contemporary technique for participants with little or no previous experience. The class is influenced by Limon and Release-based technique to increase creativity, fitness and confidence. Classes focus on alignment, clear use of weight and musicality to encourage freedom of movement. Tuesday 6:00-7:30 PM, Wednesday 9:30-11:00 AM. Instructor: Karen Michaels (413) 665-4977 karenmichaelszb@yahoo.com
Beginner (2nd. semester) The use of weight, intention and musicality help make this class an energetic and challenging experience. Simple movement phases are built upon to help develop a greater awareness of both the body and the space in which it moves. The class is physical and energetic and encourages the participants to explore their individual movement vocabulary. Tuesday 6:00-7:30 PM, Wednesday 9:30-11:00 AM. Instructor: Karen Michaels (413) 665-4977
Ballroom, Latin, Wedding Day Dances
Group, Private and Semi-Private. Monday 6:30-10:30. For schedule and pricing contact Anastasia 413-658-4766 or visit www.socialdanceschool.com.
Songwriting Workshop for Teens (Ages 14-18)
Explore your voice as both writer and performer. Monday Sept 6- Monday December 6. 4:00-6:00pm Instructor: Tony Lechner (413) 530-0442 ValleyJazzChoir.com
Jazz Choir for Teens (Ages 14-18)
Repertoire includes classic jazz songs and arrangements. If you have a great ear but can’t read music, don’t worry. All you need is a love of singing. Tuesdays, 4:00-6:00pm Instructor: Tony Lechner (413) 530-0442 ValleyJazzChoir.com
Valley Jazz Choir
Open to local adults who love jazz. No auditions for this group. Repertoire includes classic jazz songs as well as contemporary charts from Take 6, The Real Group, Cadence, and even local arrangers. Tuesday 7:00-9:00. Directed by award-winning local songwriter Tony Lechner. Instructor: Tony Lechner (413) 530-0442 ValleyJazzChoir.com