Contemporary dance is a genre of dance that has become popular in the 20th century. It is a fusion of modern, ballet, and jazz. Contemporary uses the strong controlled legwork of ballet, the contract and release of modern, along with the rhythm, speed , and direction changes that both jazz and modern entails. Even though contemporary is a fusion of these other genres it does not stick to their strict techniques and movements. Contemporary also employs floor work, fall and recovery, partner work, and improvisation. The contemporary dance genre is about self-expression, abstract ideas, storytelling, and freedom. 

In this class we will be exploring all the wonderful aspects of this genre. The dancers will be learning the foundation of this technique. They will also learn how to build trust with one another and themselves while exploring movement on the floor and partnering with each other. As well as grow in the confidence in improvisation. 

Contemporary Introduction - One hour per week for the dance season. This prerequisite class must be taken before advancing to any further Contemporary studies. Dancers in their Introduction year, do not participate in the recital. No costume required in year one.
Fee- 1 hr. per week

Contemporary Advanced Studies- After the successful completion of Introduction to Contemporary, dancers become eligible to work in more advanced classes.
Fee- 1 hr. per week  



1 Hour Per Week