Adult Drop Ins 2023 - 2024
Absolute beginner salsa
Salsa is one of the most popular Latin social dances around the world. With its vibrant music and fun patterns, people fall in love with salsa every day. We are excited to have Jahrel Thompson and Natasha Barrera come together to bring their style of Salsa to Sarasota.
For new dancers we recommend beginning with the Absolute Beginner Salsa class. Here you will learn the salsa foundations of timing, and basic vocabulary you will need to begin your salsa journey. This class will consist of solo movement as well as partner work. You will develop an understanding of this dance and the confidence to get on the floor at the dance socials!
Be sure to stick around after class. There will be a half hour practice session for all levels after the Jammin' Salsa class.
Monday
7:30 PM to 8:15 PM
SCD's Home Studio
All Levels Afro Fusion
Afro-Modern dance is a contemporary class where students explore full body expressions rooted in West African, Caribbean, and American dance traditions. The class/movement is designed to enhance rhythm, coordination, balance, weight shift, and increase stamina. The overall desire is for participants to feel comfortable in their moving bodies, groove together as a community, and have fun!
Saturday
11:15 AM to 12:15 PM
SCD's Home Studio
All Levels Afro-Fusion
Afro-Modern dance is a contemporary class where students explore full body expressions rooted in West African, Caribbean, and American dance traditions. The class/movement is designed to enhance rhythm, coordination, balance, weight shift, and increase stamina. The overall desire is for participants to feel comfortable in their moving bodies, groove together as a community, and have fun!
Monday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
SCD's Home Studio
All Levels Improvisation
This engaging and fun class helps adults express their joy of movement through the art of improvisational dance. There are no steps to learn, just a desire to move freely, thoughtful and expressive ways in response to the music, poetry and the visual stimuli which surround you. All in a totally joyous and supportive group setting that is great for mind, body and spirit.
Tuesday
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
SCD's Home Studio
All Levels Tap
Tap is a genre of dance where rhythmic sounds are created with the feet, typically performed in tap shoes, with or without musical accompaniment. In this fun and upbeat class, we will continue to master basic tap technique and progress into more intermediate and advanced tap skills and combinations. The class structure begins with a tap warm-up, specified exercises and phrase work to review and build tap vocabulary, traveling across the floor, and tap dance choreography. This class is for tappers who have some background and experience in tap dance.
Monday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
SCD's Home Studio
Beg/Int Contemporary Floorwork
Continuously and sequentially directing and counter directing parts of the body in space. Includes classical approaches to enhance traditional training methods. Heighten your senses and indulge in your inner artistry
Wednesday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
SCD's Home Studio
Dancing in the Moment -Improvisation Group
This engaging and fun class helps adults express their joy of movement through the art of improvisational dance. There are no steps to learn, just a desire to move freely, thoughtful and expressive ways in response to the music, poetry and the visual stimuli which surround you. All in a totally joyous and supportive group setting that is great for mind, body and spirit.
Wednesday
7:30 PM to 8:45 PM
SCD's Home Studio
House Fusion
House Fusion Movement is an innovative dance style generated by Natalie's exploratory movement path, influenced by urban, social, and world dance. This unique style highlights elements of house, Afro-Latin rhythms, hip hop, and contemporary, resulting in a dynamic and expressive movement vocabulary. House Fusion Movement is rooted in three primary elements that shape the philosophy of its style: GROOVE (an inner feeling of movement that one internalizes within the physicalized mechanics. It emphasizes connecting with the rhythm and finding a personal interpretation of it), METHOD (assimilating vocabulary, technique, personal swag, and creating it into material. Class will learn phrases of movement that serve as a framework for both choreography + freestyle), and FREEDOM (movement rooted in personal freedom). Students will experience a balanced approach that combines technique and self-expression through structured exercises, choreo, improvisation, and guided exploration. Through techniques such as torso articulation, spinal undulation, percussive footwork, and body waves, students will cultivate their unique sense of flow and deepen their connection to the music. These classes aim to develop physicality, musicality, spatial awareness, and LIBERATION.
Friday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
SCD's Home Studio
Int/Adv Contemporary
Advanced Contemporary taught by Company Dance Xuan Dancingers. SCD offers a wide range of contemporary dance classes from beginner (no experience) to advanced. Classes are taught by SCD dancers and introduce the basic fundamentals of contemporary dance technique including floor work, inversions, improvisation, and phrase work. Each class begins with a full body warm-up and then transitions into spacious, athletic, and sometimes inverted phrases, encouraging awareness to sensation, movement efficiency, and individual performance. A rich sense of community and support is fostered as dancers are guided to fall, roll, and fly across the floor together.
Thursday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
SCD's Home Studio
Int/Adv Contemporary Jazz
Taught by Company Member, Melissa Rummel, this class contains a fusion of modern, jazz, and ballet. This unique style explores a wide range of organic, angular movements and syncopated rhythms with a base in classical technique. This type of dancing is fun and energetic and includes leaps, turns, and floor work. It’s a fun way to move and express oneself!
Tuesday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
SCD's Home Studio
Jammin Salsa
For dancers that have a foundation of salsa we invite you to take the Jammin' Salsa class. This is an open level class and is designed for dancers that have a clear understanding of timing, basic salsa vocabulary and lead/follow technique. In this class we will build upon the foundations with footwork, body movement, and clean technique. The partner work section will expand your use of basic vocabulary to create patterns that flow and are ready to add to your repertoire. In this level we emphasize styling and the overall aesthetic of the dance. Stay after class for the half hour practice session open to all levels.
Monday
8:30 PM to 9:30 PM
SCD's Home Studio
Jazz Technique
This class offers a vibrant and inclusive learning environment where dancers of all backgrounds and abilities come together to explore the dynamic world of jazz dance. In this class, students are guided through a diverse range of movements, from smooth isolations to sharp and energetic kicks and turns. With a focus on building strength, flexibility, and precision, participants refine their technique while also embracing the expressive and rhythmic elements. Whether you are a beginner looking to groove to the beat or a seasoned performer seeking to sharpen your skills, this class is for you!
Wednesday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
SCD's Home Studio
Latin Fusion Dance
Latin Dance Fusion is a merging of many different Latin rhythms including Salsa, Cumbia, Bachata and Merengue, with the technical elements of Modern, Jazz, Hip Hop and Contemporary Dance. This class begins with a full body warm-up, followed by across the floor progressions and finally, choreography. The class will enhance your technique, strength, coordination, stamina and musicality. You will learn Choreography that is both invigorating as well as challenging. Have fun while developing a strong, confident attitude and freely expressed movement. Create a new aesthetic in your dancing and in you. Prior dance experience recommended but not required. “¡Te invito a bailar conmigo!” ~ Kathleen
Friday
6:30 PM to 7:45 PM
SCD's Home Studio
Open Levels Contemporary
Join Tania for an exhilarating multi-cultural contemporary dance experience, taught in her signature style developed in her country of origin - Cuba! Take your personal journey with this Master Teacher who teaches by example and leads with her big heart.
Tuesday
11:15 AM to 12:30 PM
SCD's Home Studio
Open Levels Contemporary
Join Tania for an exhilarating multi-cultural contemporary dance experience, taught in her signature style developed in her country of origin - Cuba! Take your personal journey with this Master Teacher who teaches by example and leads with her big heart.
Saturday
12:30 PM to 1:45 PM
SCD's Home Studio
Red Tent
This class invites women from all walks of life, with or without dance experience, to join and celebrate the feminine spirit through dance. The class cultivates a safe place to share the joy of dance while moving and creating together.
Friday
2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
SCD's Home Studio
Tap Master Class with Frances Nielah Bradley
Tap Master Class with guest choreographer for SCD's Dance Makers.
Monday
10:00 AM to 11:15 PM
SCD's Home Studio
Tap Master with Danny Gardner
Learn the original choreography to Moses Supposes from “Singin’ in the Rain” in this Intermediate / Advanced Tap Class taught by Broadway’s Danny Gardner. Danny has performed with Tommy Tune, The Rockettes and has appeared on Broadway three times. He’s toured with 42nd Street, White Christmas, and is currently performing at the Asolo Repertory Theater. He has taught tap dance all over the nation including recurring classes at Broadway Dance Center and Steps on Broadway.
Monday
10:00 AM to 11:15 AM
SCD's Home Studio
SCDE 2023-2024
SCDE
SCDE is a pre-professional dance training company under the direction of Xiao-Xuan Dancigers and Melissa Rummel, with strong guidance and support from Sarasota Contemporary Dance Artistic Director, Leymis Bolaños Wilmott.
The mission of SCDE is to offer students high caliber contemporary dance training, opportunities to perform alongside professional dancers, and preparation for a future professional career in dance.
SCDE has the opportunity to perform throughout the year at community events, In Studio Performances, and collaborations with SCD's Company Members. SCDE season runs from August - May annually.
Tuesday Thursday
6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
SCD's Home Studio
Kids 2023-2024
Kids Sampler - Homeschool
Sarasota Contemporary Dance’s Homeschool Sampler Dance Class will explore a variety of movement styles, including contemporary, jazz, afro-fusion, hip-hop, and creative movement. This fun and exciting class, taught by SCD teaching artist, Elisha Byerly, is a great opportunity for dancers to grow in their dance skills while building confidence and discovering the joys of movement.
Thursday
10:45 AM to 11:45 AM
SCD's Home Studio
Kids Sampler
Sarasota Contemporary Dance’s Kids Sampler Class is a great opportunity for dancers to discover joy in movement as we explore a variety of dance styles, including creative movement, contemporary, jazz, afro-fusion, acro, and hip-hop. This fun and exciting class will be taught by SCD’s dynamic teaching artists.
Saturday
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
SCD's Home Studio
Middle School Sampler
Sarasota Contemporary Dance’s Middle Movement Sampler Class will explore a variety of dance styles including contemporary, jazz, afro-fusion, and hip-hop. This fun and exciting class will be taught by SCD’s dynamic teaching artists.
Saturday
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
SCD's Home Studio
Winter Dance Series
Advanced Contemporary
Join Vincent Hardy for a unique journey of movement and self-expression where we explore the beauty of fluid, successive, and full-body passion physicality. His classes are infused with improvisation tools that unlock artists into new pathways and movement styles, allowing every dancer to discover their own artistic voice and limitless creativity. Vincent will take you through a dynamic range of movements, from floor work to quick, fast-paced Addelitta-inspired choreography. Our style not only feels amazing on the body but also nourishes the soul. Come and let your inner light shine through the transformative power of dance. Join us and become a part of this extraordinary artistic journey!"
Monday
10:00 AM to 11:15 AM
SCD's Home Studio
Advanced Modern
Daniel Lim's contemporary modern dance class redefines the notion of space as a support mechanism for achieving specific movement objectives. Through an emphasis on anatomically sound movement structure and the conservation of muscle strength, dancers gain increased stamina.
In this class, you'll explore a dynamic range of textures, skillfully utilizing various speeds and ranges of motion to find freedom within your body. Daniel's approach encourages the use of the mind to celebrate and express movement through the unique qualities of each individual. The class incorporates textorial movement methods, promoting a well-balanced ability to navigate space while instigating the body's creative impulse, which is innate within every person.
Join Daniel Lim's class to discover the particular dynamics of fall and rebound, momentum, and flow, allowing you to unlock a previously undiscovered kinetic range. The aim is to nurture individual traits that challenge both body, mind, and Spirit, guiding each dancer toward full self-expression.
Wednesday
10:00 AM to 11:15 AM
SCD's Home Studio
Advance Contemporary
Vincent Hardy’s Class description:
Join Vincent Hardy for a unique journey of movement and self-expression where we explore the beauty of fluid, successive, and full-body passion physicality. His classes are infused with improvisation tools that unlock artists into new pathways and movement styles, allowing every dancer to discover their own artistic voice and limitless creativity. Vincent will take you through a dynamic range of movements, from floor work to quick, fast-paced Addelitta-inspired choreography. Our style not only feels amazing on the body but also nourishes the soul. Come and let your inner light shine through the transformative power of dance. Join us and become a part of this extraordinary artistic journey!"
Wednesday
6:30 PM to 7:45 PM
SCD's Home Studio
Modern dance + capoeira/samba
Combining these three approaches will be a resurgence of my work as a dance instructor in Brazil, bridging the connection with these art forms. I use modern dance as a starting point for the movement and capoeira/samba as a complement to it. I bring capoeira not only as a fighting energy but to explore the relation to the ground and being attentive to the other. The warmth, joy and the roots of samba steps as an exploration of movement that communicates with modern dance fusion capoeira.
Saturday
11:00 PM to 12:30 PM
SCD's Home Studio
Winter Dance Series
Includes ALL 5 Winter Series Master Classes!
JAN 29 | 10:00–11:15 AM
ADV Contemporary with Vincent Hardy
JAN 31 | 10:00–11:15 AM
ADV Modern with Daniel S Lim
JAN 31 | 6:30–7:45 PM
ADV Contemporary with Vincent Hardy
FEB 1 | 5:30–6:45 PM
ADV Modern with Daniel S Lim
FEB 3 | 11:00 AM–12:30 PM
Modern Dance + Capoeira/Samba
with Junior Domingos
M 10:00 PM-11:15 AM
W 6:30 PM-7:45 PM
Th 5:30 PM-6:45 PM
Sa 11:00 AM-12:30 PM
SCD's Home Studio
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