CURRENT AVAILABLE PROGRAMMING:
Advanced Modern Technique Class
Intro to Dance Class
One-on-One with Shana: Musicians, Weddings, Choreography, Basics
Youth Educational Programming
Creative Performance Workshop (Jan-May 2020)
Creative Performance Workshop
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Advanced Modern Technique Class
Classes January-February 2020
Shana Simmons Dance classes will get the body moving. As a teacher, Simmons pulls from her experience with the Graham technique, release style dance, contact improvisation/partnering, and theatrical performance. Classes usually start on the floor for some somatic exercises/warm up. Transitioning into standing material, center combinations test balance, shifting weight, working off center and generating movement from the core. Classes may end in across the floor material or combinations in center.
These classes are geared towards the experienced adult mover and professional dancer. Classes begin with immediate movement and are meant to challenge the body.
Shana Simmons Dance classes will get the body moving. As a teacher, Simmons pulls from her experience with the Graham technique, release style dance, contact improvisation/partnering, and theatrical performance. Classes usually start on the floor for some somatic exercises/warm up. Transitioning into standing material, center combinations test balance, shifting weight, working off center and generating movement from the core. Classes may end in across the floor material or combinations in center.
These classes are geared towards the experienced adult mover and professional dancer. Classes begin with immediate movement and are meant to challenge the body.
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Time: 9:00AM-10:15AM
Location: East Liberty Presbyterian Church/HOPE Academy 116 S Highland Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206 Prices: $10/class $35/4 classes $8/artist rate Cash, Check, or Venmo available at the door. 18 years of age or older. Pre-registration is highly encouraged. NO CLASS FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8!! |
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Open Adult Movement
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Great for the beginner and experienced mover alike! The class will begin with guided stretching, strengthening and floor exercises. This transitions into easy-to-follow modern dance standing work, focusing on alignment and new ways of moving the body. Fun music and a moderate pace of learning environment helps to improve your coordination with stepping patterns, feeling the beat in music, and challenging body awareness. This class encourages freedom of expression and engages you with a fun experience! Hops, hips, and feel good music will leave you feeling happy, healthy, and more confident in your movement potential! Tuesdays 6PM-7PM $15 drop-in, Package rates available! $10 FOR FIRST TIME DROP IN! Mosaic Dance and Movement, 4514 Liberty Avenue Cash, check (payable to Mosaic Dance and Movement), or PayPal |
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Interested in learning in a one-to-one environment? Book a uniquely tailored private lesson today!
Simmons didn't begin dance training until the age of 18. Her love of studying the body and how it moves began at Elon College when she was thinking she'd be a Communications Major. She soon discovered she was born to dance and began training at Point Park University through their Conservatory Dance Department. From New York City to London and back to Pittsburgh, Simmons has trained in the Graham technique, release style dance from Alexandra Beller, David Dorfman and others, and studied choreography, analysis of movement and Cunningham technique during her London years. With a variety of styles under her belt and progressing from knowing nothing about movement to being a professional performer, her experiences have given her the ability to suite your specific needs and meet you where you are.
Whether you're a musician wanting to know more about movement and how it can aid your performance skills, a dancer that wants to increase performance ability, or a beginner who is uncomfortable going to a dance class, Simmons can tailor a program to get your where you want to be!
Simmons didn't begin dance training until the age of 18. Her love of studying the body and how it moves began at Elon College when she was thinking she'd be a Communications Major. She soon discovered she was born to dance and began training at Point Park University through their Conservatory Dance Department. From New York City to London and back to Pittsburgh, Simmons has trained in the Graham technique, release style dance from Alexandra Beller, David Dorfman and others, and studied choreography, analysis of movement and Cunningham technique during her London years. With a variety of styles under her belt and progressing from knowing nothing about movement to being a professional performer, her experiences have given her the ability to suite your specific needs and meet you where you are.
Whether you're a musician wanting to know more about movement and how it can aid your performance skills, a dancer that wants to increase performance ability, or a beginner who is uncomfortable going to a dance class, Simmons can tailor a program to get your where you want to be!
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Current Private Lesson Offerings:
Modern Dance Technique & Performance Coaching Movement for Musicians Intro to Dance Wedding Dance & Choreography |
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