Schedule / Class Descriptions

2019/2020 SCHEDULE:

CLASS DESCRIPTIONS:

BALLET

Classical ballet classes, which range from Beginner (Ballet 1) to Advanced (Ballet 5), focus on establishing clean technique, vocabulary, strength, endurance, and flexibility. Classes are held in a positive and disciplined environment and follow the Vaganova syllabus. Opportunities to take class en pointe are offered to Advanced Dancers.
TEACHER: AMY XOTYENI

JAZZ

Jazz classes, which range from beginner to advanced, consist of a full center warm up, followed by across the floor work, and end with choreography. Dancers build strength by using techniques such as Horton, commercial jazz, theatre dance, and contemporary techniques. Dancers learn and build upon their turns, leaps, extensions, body shapes, and by increasing performance quality. Jazz dance is ideal for anyone wanting to audition for musical theatre programs, find his or her unique expression, and gain strength/flexibility. Jazz dance at Izizwe is upbeat, fun, and rewarding!
TEACHERS: AMY XOTYENI, MCEBISI XOTYENI

ADVANCED TAP

Advanced Tap focuses on both the elements of "rhythm tap" and "show tap" to create a well rounded tapper. Dancers work on combinations for 2 to 3 weeks at a time using various dynamics and phrasing. Class consists of a warm up, across the floor work, and center combinations. Tap is a great way to find your own personal style through rhythm and sound!
TEACHER: KAIT TENTERS

TAP AND JAZZ COMBO

All Tap and Jazz combo classes work with the basic fundamentals of both techniques. Dancers will work on flexibility, isolation work, leaps, turns, across the floor work, and stylized choreography in Jazz. In tap, dancers will work on basic rhythms, vocabulary, and choreography. Perfect two for one! TEACHER: AMY XOTYENI

HIP HOP

All Hip Hop classes have a full warm up (isolation work, strength/endurance building, floor stretches) Hip Hop combinations and choreography. Classes emphasize urban Hip Hop techniques, attention to movement detail and performance quality. Dancers will learn to pick up choreography fast while learning several genres of Hip Hop and freestyle. Classes are fun, challenging, up beat and most importantly empowering!
TEACHERS: KAIT TENTERS and ASHLEY IGARTUA

MODERN:

Advanced Modern is a signature class at Izizwe and one of our most popular! This class explores several different Modern techniques to include; Grahm, Horton, improvisation, floor work, suspend/release, and challenging choreography that is sure to prepare dancers for powerful performances. Dancers will also gain knowledge of the choreographic process and how to successfully express their ideas through movement. Modern builds strength, improves technique, and creates well rounded and unique dancers who are capable of anything!
TEACHERS: AMY XOTYENI and MCEBISI XOTYENI

AFRICAN DANCE:

This is a drop in class, held every week on Saturdays from 10:00 - 11:00 AM. Come sweat it out with a blend of dance, rhythm, cardio, and culture! This class is community based and requires no registration required. Just drop-in and start your weekend with a fun workout that combines traditional African Dance with strength building and stretching. Challenge yourself, move at your own pace, or simply be a part of the culture. All ages and abilities welcome! All classes include live drumming.
TEACHER: MCEBISI XOTENI

LATIN DANCE:

This class covers everything Latin from Salsa to Bachata to traditional Dominican Folkloric Dance. This class explores the rhythms, costumes, songs, and dances that makes the Latin community powerful and vibrant. Dancers learn about Latin culture while becoming more in touch with their own identities through dance! (Latin dance is currently on sale!)
TEACHER: GIGI HALLORAN

CREATIVE MOVEMENT:

Creative Movement combines storytelling, movement, and song in a child friendly setting. Little ones will learn rhythms, body awareness, movement vocabulary, confidence, flexibility, and coordination -- all while having fun and the opportunity to meet new friends! Creative Movement is a great introduction to all types of Dance in a studio setting.
TEACHER: AMY XOTYENI

PRIVATE LESSONS:

Interested in private lessons? Contact Izizwe Dance Studio for more info.