Arizona Dance Coalition

Dance Theater West SUMMER DANCE (Phoenix)
2023-06-12 10:00 - 2023-06-16 14:30 (America/Phoenix) | Dance Theater West, 3925 East Indian School Road, Phoenix, 85018, United States
Summer Dance 2023

BALLET INTENSIVE: ROMEO & JULIET & JULIET

Monday – Friday, June 5th – 9th, 2023
10:00 am- 2:30 pm
Performance on Friday, early release
For Level 4+ Teen Dancers (Optional pointe, variations, partnering)
Instructors: Susie Silverman and Guest Artists: Daniel Baudendistel, Tracy Puddy & Sam
Fee: $250

BALLET INTENSIVE: WEST SIDE STORY

Monday – Friday, June 12th – 16th, 2023
10:00 am- 2:30 pm
Performance on Friday, early release
For Level 4+ Teen Dancers (Optional pointe, variations, partnering)
Instructors: Susie Silverman and Guest Artists: Daniel Baudendistel, Tracy Puddy & Sam
Fee: $250

FAIRY TALE BALLET: THE LITTLE MERMAID

Monday – Friday, June 5th – 9th, 2023
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Performance on Friday, early release
For dancers ages 5-7 (Ballet and creative movement)
Instructor: Katie Hughes
Fee: $150

MUSICAL THEATER: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

Monday – Friday, June 12th – 16th, 2023
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Performance on Friday, early release
For dancers ages 5-7 (Ballet, jazz, tap)
Instructor: Lisa Gray Young
Fee: $150

GENERAL INFORMATION

Dress code- all dancers:

black tank leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes
Dancers should bring their own water bottles.

Classical Intensive:

Dancers will have a 30 minute lunch break. They may bring their lunches or purchase food at one of the shops in our complex. Dancers MAY NOT LEAVE our complex.
Dancers should not bring food that contains peanuts
Performance will be held at Dance Theater West on Fridays promptly at 1:00 pm. Family and friends are invited.

Fairy Tale Ballet and Musical Theater:

Performance will be held at Dance Theater West on Friday promptly at 11:00 am. Family and friends are invited.

PRIMARY SUMMER DANCE CLASSES

JUNE 3rd – 24th
Tuition: $60

INTRO TO DANCE

Saturdays, 9:00-9:45 am
3.5-4 year-olds

CREATIVE BALLET

Saturdays, 10:00-11:00 am
5-7 year-olds

BALLET I

Saturdays, 11:00 am – 12: 00 pm
8-10 year-olds

REGISTRATION: https://dancetheaterwest.com/summer-dance

Dance Fusion Presents Free Adult/Teen Beginning Basics Tap Class (Scottsdale)
2023-06-17 08:45 - 09:30, 2023-06-24 08:45 - 09:30, 2023-07-01 08:45 - 09:30, 2023-07-08 08:45 - 09:30, 2023-07-15 08:45 - 09:30, 2023-07-29 08:45 - 09:30 | Dance Fusion, 7601 E Gray Road Suite B, Scottsdale, AZ, 85260, United States
Beginning on February 4, 2023, Dance Fusion is offering a free Adult/Teen Beginning Basics Tap with Ranae Boholl-Rochon!
Class is from 8:45-9:30 on Saturdays until July 31, 2023.
Please sign up on our website: Register
There is no class on 3/11/23, 4/15/23, 6/17/23, 7/1/23, or 7/22/23. Remember to always check our schedule before coming to class. There may be an occasional last-minute change and we don’t want you to miss it.
Ranae Boholl-Rochon is one of the amazing members of our Dance Fusion Staff!
She started her dancing career in Aberdeen South Dakota, had apprenticeships at Chi-Town Dance and Giordano dance, followed by a Distinguished Artist scholarship at Hope College. After moving to Phoenix, she performed in Super Bowl XXX and XXXI, at the Las Vegas Mirage, and the Beverly Hills Hotel. She has performed with the Beach Boys, Diana Ross, James Brown, Standing O Productions, Contempo Tap Company, Showstoppers Interactive Entertainment, and danced in industrial shows for Oscar Meyer, Pepsi, Toyota, Intel, and America West. In addition to judging nationwide dance competitions and owning her own tap company, Renae has been teaching at independent dance studios and public schools for almost 30 years. Though she is trained in all types of dance, tap is her passion and will always be her first love.

Sol Rythmz
2023-06-19 | AZ, United States
Sol Rythmz is part of Arizona State University’s Sol Motion series.

International Summer Dance Intensives (Sedona)
2023-06-19 09:00 - 2023-06-23 17:30, 2023-06-26 09:00 - 2023-06-30 17:30, 2023-07-03 09:00 - 2023-07-07 17:30, 2023-07-10 09:00 - 2023-07-14 17:30 | Sun Moon Studio of Sedona, 2050 Yavapai Dr. Suite 3A, Sedona, AZ, 86336, United States
Sedona International Summer Dance Intensives

Summer Intensives are a great opportunity to be exposed to different styles of dance and different teachers. Classes offered in ballet, modern, jazz, yoga, etc.

We will have special guest teachers sprinkled throughout intensives, who are experts in their field coming up to Sedona to teach our students. Please read the class description on the website for details.

Sessions are a 3 week commitment. Option to drop in for 1 week is available.
Session 1: June 5-23, 2023
Session 2: June 26-July 14, 2023

We look forward to learning and growing together over the summer with you.
https://www.sedonadanceacademy.org/summer

Nature, Movement, and Dreams Virtual Workshop
2023-06-20 10:00 - 11:15, 2023-06-22 10:00 - 11:15, 2023-06-27 10:00 - 11:15, 2023-06-29 10:00 - 11:15 | AZ, United States
a moment with an image of a pool –
a lovely, crystal clear pool.
Parts of the pool are shallow –
and parts are deep.
the whole self can melt into the pool
and float in it.
the edges of self become the edges of the pool.
Joan Skinner

Immerse yourself in the transformative power of Skinner Releasing movement techniques. This workshop will help participants connect with their internal selves, enhance physical well-being, and cultivate a profound sense of presence and awareness. No experience necessary!
Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or just starting your movement journey, the Skinner Releasing Technique welcomes everyone. Discover a supportive and nurturing environment where you can explore your unique movement vocabulary.

SPECIAL GUEST TAP TEACHER Zach Kelley! (Scottsdale)
2023-06-24 08:45 - 11:30 | Dance Fusion, 7601 E Gray Rd Suite B, Scottsdale, AZ, 85260, United States
SPECIAL GUEST TAP TEACHER Zach Kelley!
Saturday, June 24th
(He will be subbing for Renae)
Adult/Teen Classes
Free! 8:45 am Basic Beginning Tap
9:30 am Beginning Tap
10:30 am Intermediate Tap
(Regular class passes and memberships apply.)
Meet Zachary…
Zachary is highly sought out for taking the classic tap dance art form and giving it a fun, innovative, and modern twist. He has been seen working on conventions, tap festivals, workshops, and performances all over the United States, as well as throughout Mexico, and Europe in over 10 countries. Zachary has been a part of the Team USA tap team since 2019, where he earned his title of World Champion, at the 2019 IDO World Tap Dance Championships in Riesa, Germany. He brought home a Gold and Silver Medal for the United States and continues to train as an athlete with Team USA.

Adult Lucid Movement
2023-06-24 10:00 - 11:30, 2023-07-01 10:00 - 11:30, 2023-07-08 10:00 - 11:30, 2023-07-15 10:00 - 11:30, 2023-07-22 10:00 - 11:30, 2023-07-29 10:00 - 11:30 | sYnapse Studio Y, 650 N. 6th Ave. ​, Tucson, AZ, 85705, United States
Lucid Movement Dance Class involves movement rituals and studies rooted in Skinner releasing principles, images, improvisation and authentic movement.

In this class we will look at the internal landscape of the body and how it relates to the external landscape of our world. We will move to encourage lightness to our felt (kinesthetic) movement experience to explore and expand. Be prepared for some deep listening to the rhythms of the body and playful, spontaneous explosions of movement. Bring your curious self! Open to a new way of inhabiting your precious body. This class holds the space for nurturance in safety and trust.

Sedona Dance Project's Choreography Workshop (Sedona)
2023-06-24 13:00 - 17:00, 2023-06-25 13:00 - 17:00 | Village Yoga, 6657 SR-179 N, Unit C-1, Sedona, AZ, 86351, United States
Sedona Dance Project’s first workshop offering to the community! Two day choreography workshop taught by artistic Director Danielle McNeal. Proceeds raised from this workshop will go to the nonprofit Sedona Dance Project to continue bringing more performance dance and workshops to the community. 20 spots available. Reserve your spot online at Sedonadanceproject.org
Appropriate for adults and teens 16+. By exploring and having discussions about the elements of dance and composition of movement you will leave inspired to create and have a better appreciation when viewing concert dance. Come expand your awareness. #azdance #sedona #sedonadance #workshops #danceworshop #nonprofit #choreography

Mettler-based Dance Teacher Training (Tucson)
2023-07-10 09:00 - 2023-07-14 16:30, 2023-07-17 09:00 - 2023-07-21 16:30, 2023-07-24 09:00 - 2023-07-28 16:30 | Tucson Creative Dance Center, 3131 North Cherry Avenue, Tucson, AZ, 85719, United States
Mettler Studios’ Summer Mettler-based Dance Teacher Training
Taught by Mary Ann Brehm and Griff Goehring

Monday — Friday, July 10 – 28, 2023
9:00 am — 4:30 pm
with a 2 hour break for lunch
Tucson Creative Dance Center
3131 N. Cherry Ave. Tucson, Arizona

Tuition:
First Week–$350, Weeks 1 and 2–$500 Full Course–$600
IACD members receive a $30 discount
Scholarship aid and housing subsidies are available
for people who participate in our follow up mentoring program.
We offer housing and tuition assistance for this in-person course. Please contact us soon to inquire on these.

To Register click HERE
Come to Tucson in the powerful “monsoon” season and immerse yourself in Mettler-based dance
Weeks 1 and 2 provides a full exploration of Mettler’s materials and principles with discussion on lesson planning and presentation.
Week 3 concentrates on Group Dance Improvisation and Practice Teaching.
For more information go to https://barbaramettler.org/teacher-training Or contact moc.loanull@ecnadbam or moc.liamgnull@gnirheogffirg

Documentation of Covid-19 vaccinations required, masking optional depending on transmission levels Funded by Mettler Studios, Inc.

National DANCE Day
2023-07-15 | AZ
As of February 2019 the Dizzy Feet Foundation is now the American Dance Movement, sponsor of National Dance Day held on the 3rd Saturday in September each year.

https://americandancemovement.org/national-dance-day/
https://www.facebook.com/AmericanDanceMovement/

History: Established in 2010 by Dizzy Feet co-founder, Nigel Lythgoe, National Dance Day is an annual celebration dedicated to dance, that encourages Americans of all ages to incorporate dance into their lives. By creating a focused day of celebration, Dizzy Feet Foundation aims to educate the public about dance and its many benefits, as well as make dance accessible and inclusive to everyone.
National Dance Day (NDD) is a day of celebrating dance, in all its forms. Accessible to everyone at every ability level, National Dance Day provides:
• An instructional video, made available online, for people to view, learn and share with others wherever they are
• Events hosted in key cities, providing free dance classes and performances for all ages and skills levels, with information from a range of community dance organizations
• Nationwide Event Registration that encourages and supports individuals & communities, as they celebrate NDD
• Strong online presence, allowing everyone to participate, no matter where they are across America
Visit the website for up-to-date information on videos and events around the country.
What are you doing to celebrate NATIONAL DANCE DAY?

Register Now for Fall Classes with SCC Dance!
2023-07-20 - 2023-08-21 | Scottsdale Community College, PE Building, Rm 135, 9000 E. Chaparral Rd., Scottsdale, AZ, 85256, United States
Looking for a fun, inexpensive way to receive quality dance training? Register now for fall classes with SCC Dance. We have salsa/bachata, modern, hip hop, jazz, and ballet classes of all levels. Classes are only $97/credit hour (most classes are only 1 credit hour) for the entire semester for Maricopa County residents.
Questions? Email ude.cceladsttocsnull@ecnadccs
