STEP 1 classes focus on learning the steps and timing of a dance style without a partner. Dancing without a partner facilitates mastery of the steps, increases balance, and improves posture while building self-confidence. Partners are welcome but will dance on their own.

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STEP 2 classes focus on learning the steps and timing of a dance style with a partner. In addition to learning steps, couples will learn correct frame, lead and follow techniques, and modifications to accommodate physical needs such as height difference and joint limitations.

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STEP 3 workshops focus on learning a sequence of 8-10 steps. Dancing a prescribed sequence improves fluidity in transitions and continuity in dance. Workshops are followed by refreshments and a social.

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In Crane Dance - Gentle Tai Chi, stationary crane, qigong, and tai chi moves are taught and combined in a continuous fluid sequence telling the story of Young Crane.

Available live on Zoom

Gentle Tai Chi-Qigong consists of gentle Qigong (Chee gung) stretches and Tai Chi (Tie chee) movements that help improve circulation and release stress. It was developed specifically for Parkinson's patients. Balance aids such as the back of a chair or a walker can be used, if needed. Gentle Tai Chi can also be done sitting.

Available live on Zoom

Gentle Tai Chi Sequences is slightly more rigorous than the Gentle Tai Chi-Qigong class. Individual moves from Easy Tai Chi-Qigong are combined in continuous fluid sequences that are stationary.

Available live on Zoom

Folk Dance practice. Call the studio for more information.

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This is an Israeli Folk Dance group practice. It is for:
* Newcomers
* Those who danced once upon a time and want to get re-introduced to Israeli dancing
* Those who prefer the simpler Israeli dances (Beginner / Pioneer / Nostalgic)

Each dance starts with instruction or review of the dance. Steps are usually called out while dancing. Call the studio for more information.

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Israeli Folk Dance: open dancing. The dances are intermediate to complex.

​Anyone is welcome who has the ability to ‘follow’ a dance, or an interest in attempting to follow, or simply wants to enjoy Israeli music. Dances on occasion are taught/reviewed. Call the studio for more information.

Various experienced dancers lead different dances.

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Boys and girls ages 6-12 learn and practice fun line, group, and party dances. No dance experience needed.

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These hands-on math and science workshops are offered weekly. Each workshop is 50 minutes long. Students can take one or both workshops. Fees are charged per workshop.

Math workshops use the data from the science workshops to practice math skills. When available, students use their own science results, otherwise they use data provided by the instructor. In the science workshops the 3-step Scientific Method of: Hypothesis, Test, Actual is followed.

Advance registration is required to ensure adequate materials are available.
Payment is required prior to the start of class.

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In these special workshops students construct and take home up to three items that illustrate one or more science concepts.

Trudy Sherman and Technitopics are Arizona ESA (Empowerment Scholarship Account) approved.

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Line dances consist of a short sequence of steps that are repeated throughout the song. In this class the steps are choreographed so that there are no turns and dancers remain facing the front wall. Dances are danced to contemporary music. This class is for all ages and abilities.
Downloadable Step sheets available under "Resources".

Available live on Zoom

Children explore sound and movement through songs and instruments.

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This is a dance team for all ages & levels. Men & ladies are welcome. No partner is necessary. We are starting a new routine for the 2023 Dance year. We will perform in shows and showcases, and also at the Arizona Dance Classic in August. We will teach you the steps you need to know. The routine will consist of several parts that will be danced to a medley featuring "The Jersey Boys" Frankie Valli tunes. Dances will include Cha Cha, Rumba, Swing, Night Club & Line Dance. We will do individual and some partner dancing. You do not need to learn all of the parts of the dance or perform at all of the performances.

Available live on Zoom

Children learn preschool topics including letters and numbers through play, songs, and instruments.

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This class focuses on a combination of guided and solo meditation, intertwined with music from singing bowls and other instruments. It incorporate Qigong (chee-gung) by engaging the body in gentle mindful stretches. Beginner friendly. No previous experience necessary!

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T'ai Chi practice with swords.

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Yang form T'ai Chi practice.

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These hands-on learning workshops cover a variety of technology topics from electronics to robotics. Math and science concepts are utilized to create or investigate some aspect of technology. Examples include speakers, electric motor, encoding, programming, encoding, computer guts, etc.

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