Contemporary Dance Classes for Beginners
Class Description
This is a beginner class for people who have never taken a dance class or dancers who would like to refine their technique.
Learn the basics of contemporary dance in a safe, fun and nurturing environment.
WOULD YOU LIKE TO?
Increase your muscle strength, flexibility, and overall fitness
Learn new skills and be challenged
Improve your coordination and balance while dancing to awesome music
Discover your inner creativity and artistry
Enhance your mental strength and focus
Class Information
EVERY MONDAY
Classes run every week, including public holidays and school holidays (except Easter).
10 am to 11 am (Sydney Timezone)
10 am to 11 am (1 hour).
Mittagong Scout Hall
Mittagong Scout Hall, 7 Louisa St Mittagong, 2575, NSW Australia [View Map].
EARLY BIRD: ADULT $105 / CONCESSION $99 & STANDARD: ADULT $132 / CONCESSION 105
6 Week Workshops
Earlybird Registration (20% Discount – Registration closes 14 days prior to workshop start date): Adult $105/ Concession $99
Standard Price: Adult $132/ Concession $105
Your Instructor
Bonnie Curtis is a multi-faceted artist, driven by an inquisitive imagination and a desire to discover.
Born and bred in Sydney, Bonnie trained at the Academy of Music and Performing Arts before moving to Europe to further her artistic development. Whilst in Europe, Bonnie had the opportunity to work with some of the world’s best dancers and choreographers.
Bonnie is a passionate teacher of dance and has been teaching for 10 years. She has taught technique, performance and creative development in both Australia and overseas. Her current and past appointments include Academy of Music and Performing Arts (Undergraduate Program), Te Auaha Institute of Creativity (NZ), Evolve Performance Studios, APA Macarthur, STADS, amongst many others. Bonnie is the facilitator of Interchange Australia’s dance program, which is an inclusive dance program specially catered to people with disability. Bonnie believes that everyone should experience the joy of dance, regardless of age or ability.
At heart, Bonnie is a rebel bun-head who discovered her love of dance theatre while living in Berlin. Bonnie’s practise incorporates technical elements of dance with creativity and somatic movement practices.
WHAT IS CONTEMPORARY DANCE?
Its origins began with the rise of Modern Dance in the late 19th Century.
Modern Dance started as a rebellion against the constraints of ballet.
Pioneered by Isadora Duncan, who danced with bare feet, loose hair and free-flowing costumes, in complete contrast to Classical Ballet.
Contemporary Dance began in the Mid-20th Century and incorporates elements from many styles of dance.
The technique of Contemporary Dance focuses on movements stemming from the torso, the use of breath to initiate movement, movements on the floor and somatic practices to create a mind-body approach to movement.
In contrast to the symmetry and turnout used in Ballet, Contemporary Dance uses “turned in” and asymmetrical shapes and movements.
Made famous by Pina Bausch, Anna Teresa De Keersmaeker, Rafael Bonachella, Crystal Pite, Ohad Naharin, William Forsythe, Alexander Ekman and Merce Cunningham, among many others.
FAQ
What is the best way for me to get started? Should I just go ahead and sign up?
We suggest you try 1 class first.
You can also speak to an instructor first by clicking here to book a free call.
After your class, obtain feedback so you get the most out of your classes.
Do I need to have some dancing experience to sign up for classes?
We have classes for people of all abilities and skill levels, including people who have never danced before.
Each class specifies the level of difficulty.
If you’re unsure, please contact us to chat more about the right class for you.
Will the classes require special equipment or clothes?
We suggest you try 1 class first.
You can also speak to an instructor first by clicking here to book a free call.
After your class, obtain feedback so you get the most out of your classes.
Do you have a trial classes? Or do I have to sign up for the whole session?
You have the option to sign up to one-off classes through the Casual Class option.
This will allow you to see if the classes are a good fit for you.