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Monday, April 28
 Bay Area Dance AwardsJoin us for our annual celebration of Bay Area dance hosted by the Isadora Duncan Dance Awards (Izzies), Dancers’ Group, VoiceofDance.com, Bay Area National Dance Week, and the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts. The event is open to the public. Arrive early, seating is limited. 6pm Reception, 7pm Awards Ceremony.
   (key)Yerba Buena Center for the Arts Forum701 Mission St (3rd St), San Francisco (map), www.izzies-sf.org GreekFeetStep into the fun world of Greek dance.
  (key)Presidio Dance Academy1158 Gorgas Road (Adj. to Crissey Field), San Francisco (map), www.greekfeet.com 510 530 5140 HooliehoopGet into your body with Hooliehoop. Discover dynamic movement, stress release, energizing fitness, and fun through hoopdance! ZERO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY. Hoops provided.
 (key)The Center for Transformation735 Montgomery St. (Jackson St.), San Francisco (map), www.hooliehoop.com 415 829 7799 Get into your body with Hooliehoop. Discover dynamic movement, stress release, energizing fitness, and fun through hoopdance! ZERO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY. For beginners, advanced beginners, and intermediate hoopers. Hoops provided.
(key)The Center for Transformation735 Montgomery St. (Jackson St.), San Francisco (map), www.hooliehoop.com 415 829 7799 HoopGirl.comA teaser of the HoopGirl Workout, this class will get you pumping your hips while dancing with every part of your body. Experience how undulation churns your chi! All ages and abilities welcome! Hoops provided for class use. Best of the Bay Winner 06 & 07.
(key)Dance Ground Keriac1805 Divisadero (Bush), San Francisco (map), www.HoopGirl.com 415 282 HOOP Come enjoy an evening with the winners of the "Best Hoop Troupe" Trophy by the world's leading magazine on hoopdance, www.hooping.org. Watch how the pros practice drills and stage skills to to create dazzling performances. Q&A follows.
 (key)Dance Ground Keriac1805 Divisadero (Bush), San Francisco (map), www.HoopGirl.com 415 282 HOOP Intimate Embrace TangoUsing somatic exercises we will explore our body's ability to listen and respond to another's presence in preparation for partner dancing. Guided by the music, we will share the joy of communicating through simple Tango steps. No experience necessary. Call to register.
 (key)La Pista768 Brannan Street (6th and 7th), San Francisco (map)www.IntimateEmbraceTango.com 415 661 1852 ODC/Rhythm and MotionSelection of Free Classes Offering a selection of free adult classes for every day of National Dance Week! With almost 100 weekly classes representing movement forms from all over the world, including Afro-Brazilian, Ancient Hula, Ballet, Contact Improvisation, Contemporary Modern, Feldenkreis, Hip Hop, Release, Rhythm Tap, Tribal Bellydance, Salsa, Yoga, and the groundbreaking Rhythm & Motion Dance Workout program, the spectrum of classes at the Dance Commons reflects the wonderful diversity found in the Bay Area. NDW special - New Students: any 3 classes for free; current students: check website for free daily class - www.rhythmandmotion.com or www.odcschool.org
(key)ODC Dance Commons351 Shotwell (17th & 18th Street), San Francisco (map), www.odcschool.org OR www.rhythmandmotion.com 415 863 9830 Open Your Heart Through Art!Come connect with yourself on a deeper level using art and movement in this free evening workshop! You will practice being present with your body and breath, and tapping into the joy that is your creative self-expression! No experience necessary!
(key)Gatehouse at Fort Mason CenterFort Mason Center (Near Buchanan and Marina blvd.), San Francisco (map), www.openyourheartart.com 415 465 7465 PoiGeekPoiGeek is pleased to present poi lessons downloadable to your computer, iPod, or other mp3 player. Now you can enjoy a free poi lesson you can take with you anywhere you go available at PoiGeek.com with coupon code: NDW2008A
QB PresentsAll Ages Dine, Drink, Dance! 8pm drop in lesson in authentic swing by SwingChampionships.com 9-10pm Dance! Allways fun and allways gay friendly!
(key)Julie's Supper Club1123 Folsom Street (7th Street), San Francisco (map), www.swingchampionships.com 415 305 8242 ShoeBox StudioMixed level contemporary is the perfect class for students looking to set a solid foundation for their technique while still getting to really dance! Movement is geared towards the luscious and the dynamic, with particular focus on building strength, balance, and body awareness.
Temple of PoiJoin 2 time Best of the Bay Best Dance Studio winners Temple of Poi for this creative and fun way to dance and get more fit. Bring a heart monitor and towel. All levels of skill welcome. Taught by Temple of Poi Founder, Isa "GlitterGirl" Isaacs.
(key)Temple of Poi953 Mission Street, suite 120 (5th), San Francisco (map), www.templeofpoi.com 415 454 8581 2 time Best of the Bay Best Dance Studio winners Temple of Poi hosts this playshop with demonstrations and participation for individuals interested in exploring dancing with fire using hula hoops. Taught by Temple of Poi Founder, Isa "GlitterGirl" Isaacs.
(key)Temple of Poi953 Mission Street, suite 11 (5th), San Francisco (map), www.templeofpoi.com 414 424 8581 2 time Best of the Bay Best Dance Studio winners Temple of Poi hosts this class for beginners with demonstrations and participation for individuals interested in exploring dancing using the traditional Maori tool, poi. Taught by Temple of Poi Founder, Isa "GlitterGirl" Isaacs.
(key)Temple of Poi953 Mission Street, suite 11 (5th), San Francisco (map), www.templeofpoi.com 414 424 8581 2 time Best of the Bay Best Dance Studio winners Temple of Poi hosts this class for beginners with demonstrations and participation for individuals interested in exploring dancing using the traditional Maori tool, poi. Taught by Temple of Poi Founder, Isa "GlitterGirl" Isaacs.
(key)Temple of Poi953 Mission Street, suite 11 (5th), San Francisco (map), www.templeofpoi.com 414 424 8581 2 time Best of the Bay Best Dance Studio winners Temple of Poi hosts this class for beginners with demonstrations and participation for individuals interested in exploring dancing using the traditional Maori tool, poi. Taught by Temple of Poi Founder, Isa "GlitterGirl" Isaacs.
(key)Temple of Poi953 Mission Street, suite 120 (5th), San Francisco (map), www.templeofpoi.com 415 424 8581 Vima Dance StudioSwing is one of the most fun and popular forms of partner dancing. Learn basic patterns, turns and rhythm.
(key)Vima Dance Studio560 Third Street (Brannan), San Francisco (map), www.vimadance.com 415 977 0203  Rana StewartContact Improvisation Class 7-8pm for beginners with Rana Stewart. Learn the basic elements of contact! Jam that follows will set you free to explore your new skills.
 Halanda StudioHala Dance classes in Authentic Egyptian Belly Dance. Using the body as a musical instrument. Develop your own style and dance personality. Develop a healthy posture, technique and form. Beginners: 7-8pm, Intermediate/Advanced: 8-9:30pm. Other free classes. Please check website for details: http://www.Halanda.com
(key)Halanda Studio1062 Lincoln Ave (between Coe & Willow), San Jose (map), www.Halanda.com 408 246 1129  DanspaceGrounded in the organic principles of movement it is anatomically sound, devoid of affectation, with great emphasis on musicality.
InterPlayEngage mind, body, heart, and spirit in an affirming, fun-loving practice through improvisational movement, story, and voice. No experience needed.
WING IT! is known for its humor, poignancy and sheer humanity. It was formed by Phil Porter and Cynthia Winton-Henry in 1989. The company uses the practice of InterPlay as the basis for their work. Come laugh and be inspired by this creative playful group of performers.
Moving On CenterCome experience Moving on Center’s experiential and interdisciplinary approach! This class combines movement, singing, somatics, and performance into a dynamic community event. Led by MOC Director Carol Swann and other MOC faculty. Open to all.
(key)Malonga Casquelourd Center for the Arts1428 Alice Street (14th Street), Oakland (map), www.movingoncenter.org 510 834 0284 OrchesRelaxing, energizing, fun & accessible. Based in sound artistic & clinical practices: Evolutionary Roots of Motion, Qi Gung, Muscle Energy Technique, yoga and dance. Taught by Vicki Gunter - 37 years of making movement and dance a lifelong pleasure.
Poetic Dance Theater CompanyDancing poetry techniques to translate poetry into dance. Become a dancing poem! Presented by Natica Angilly, founder of the annual Dancing Poetry Festival & Author of "Dancing Poetry." Please Register in Advance at 415-681-0618/510-235-0361, [email protected].
Middle Eastern dance sampler open class includes: American, Moroccan and Egyptian styles of Belly Dance, all levels. Class at 6:30pm, performance at 8:30pm. Directed by Shukriya, creator of Rakkasah, the largest Middle Eastern dance and music festival in the United States, and Dancers of the Pharaohs.
Salsa with JuanThrive! Give yourself the gift of Salsa in a safe supportive environment. It is fun, it is free, and it could become your next passion! No dance experience necessary. No partner required. Beginner 7:30-8:30 p.m. and Pre-Intermediate 8:30-9:30 p.m.
(key)Lake Merritt Dance Center200 Grand Ave. (Harrison), Oakland (map), www.salsawithjuan.com 510 860 1957 Shawl-Anderson Dance CenterPlease join us for this Beginning level ballet class with Hally Bellah-Guther.
(key)Shawl-Anderson Dance Center2704 Alcatraz Ave (College Ave), Berkeley (map), www.shawl-anderson.org 510 654 5921 Please join us for this Beginning I Modern Dance class with Janet Collard.
(key)Shawl-Anderson Dance Center2704 Alcatraz Ave. (College Ave), Berkeley (map), www.shawl-anderson.org 510 654 5921 the Breema CenterMany and varied, Self-Breema exercises include gentle stretches, rhythmic movements, and new postures. Each provides an ideal, supportive opportunity to apply and experience Breema�s Nine Principles of Harmony. Practicing Self-Breema is both nurturing and energizing, and supports physical and physiological flexibility and vitality, mental clarity, and emotional balance.
The Royal Scottish Country Dance Society San Francisco BranchLearn exciting figures to uplifting music of Scotland's traditions.
Trip the light fantasticCome and taste our sampler of same sex partner dancing with 20min beginner lessons in Two step, waltz, east and west coast swing, night club two step and line dancing. Choose your favorite or stay for all.
(key)Lake Merritt Dance Center200 Grand Ave, (Harrison), Oakland (map), www.tripthelightfantastic.org 510 763 1343 |
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