Adult Open Classes
DTH Adult Open Classes
CORONAVIRUS (COV-ID 19) UPDATE
With close attention to the evolving situation surrounding the coronavirus (COVID-19), Dance Theatre of Harlem is taking some additional precautionary measures to safeguard the health and wellbeing of our patrons, artists, students, and staff. Out of an abundance of caution and to prevent the possible spread of COVID-19, all Adult Open Classes have been suspended effective Monday, March 16, 2020 through April 11, 2020. Our plan is to resume classes on Monday, April 13, 2020.
We are closely monitoring the situation and checking the CDC and New York City Health Department websites daily, and will provide updates and notifications on our website and through our social media (Facebook, Instagram and Twitter). Please check this website for updates the first week in April. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us info@dancetheatreofharlem.org.
Thank you,
Dance Theatre of Harlem Community Programs
All classes are $15. Classes must be paid for online only. All purchases for open classes must be made by 6pm the day of classes. After that time purchases will be closed. Classes end May 9, 2020
Body Sculpting & Cardio – Tuesdays | 7:30pm-8:45pm
Darryl Quinton
A class designed to increase the physical range of the student through stretching, flexibility, and strengthening exercises for the upper and lower body as well as the core. Emphasis is placed on rhythm dynamics, breath, moving in space, and cardio.
All levels welcome!
Intermediate/Advanced Beginner Ballet – Tuesdays | 7:30pm-8:45pm
Alexis Andrews
Prepare to have fun! A traditional ballet class framework filled with attainable Intermediate Level exercises that build in complexity and endurance throughout the class. We will review fundamentals, vocabulary and body alignment through a scientific sense, while building strength and mastery. Please dress comfortable and be ready to move.
Absolute Beginner Ballet DTH Style – Wednesdays | 7:30pm-8:45pm
Rita Castro De Silva-Bearden
This class is for adults who want to learn ballet and develop the basis of technique. We will explore its fundamental concepts, develop strength and flexibility through the pleasure of dancing.
Umfundalai African Dance – Thursdays |
7:30pm – 8:45pm
Erin Bryce Holmes M.S., LCAT, BC-DMT
Welcome to Umfundalai (ma-foon-da-la), a Kiswahili word meaning, “essential”. This contemporary Pan-African dance technique draws from movements and traditions of the African Diaspora. The technique espouses a holistic view of the body and the arts including theater, drumming, song, masquerade and vocalization. The codified technique of Umfundalai stands on the shoulders of the Katherine Dunham and Pearl Primus techniques, it is great cardio and history all in one class!
All levels welcome!
All That Jazz – Saturdays | 6:30pm-7:45pm
Darryl Quinton
All That Jazz class incorporates a variety of dance styles from musical theatre, ballet, modern dance and hip hop to build combinations. The class focuses musical theatre, ballet, modern dance and hip hop to build combinations. The class focuses on confidence, presentation and style.
All levels welcome!