CLASSES
!!!!!WEEKLY SCHEDULE!!!!
MONDAY
3:30-4:30pm //COMPANY REHEARSAL
4:30-5:30pm //CONTEMPORARY ^*
6-7pm //ZUMBA FITNESS® W/ MARIANA
5:30-7pm // EXCHANGE COHORT+
+(starting Dec 2)
TUESDAY
3-4pm //COMPANY REHEARSAL
5:30-7pm //BALLET COHORT
7-8pm //DANCER STRETCH ^*
WEDNESDAY
OPEN STUDIO HOURS /////// Book in advance for your personal rehearsal, training, or movement practice
THURSDAY
9:30-10:30am // SOFT ACRO ^*
11-12pm //COMPANY REHEARSAL
4:30-5:30pm //QUEER BALLET^*
5:30-7pm // SYTYCD COHORT
FRIDAY
9:30-10:30am//BEGINNER BALLET^*
11-12pm// COMPANY REHEARSAL
12-1pm // QUEER BALLET ^*
1-2pm // CONTEMPORARY^*
^*DROP IN CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
ALL DROP-INS ARE 1 HOUR & REQUIRE NO PRE-REGISTRATION.
SATURDAY
10-11:30am // COMPANY CLASS
11:30-1pm // COMPANY REHEARSAL
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MONDAYS @ 4:30PM.
THURSDAYS @ 7PM.
$17-25 sliding scale
Warm up --> across the floor drills for joint conditioning and mobility --> choreography sequence! In this class we explore an array of choreographic styles, finding flow through the introduction of new textures, musicality, and movement qualities. Contemporary dance is a very broad genre of artistry.
*Physical prompts may include getting up and down from the floor, as well as bearing weight on our hands/wrists and knees. Knee pads or wrist braces have been helpful for some students! Almost all movements can be modified to accommodate needs.
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TUESDAYS @ 4:30PM.
THURSDAYS @ 9:30AM.
$17-25 sliding scale
This class introduces floor work tricks and sequences along with principles of modern dance. Pants and/or knee pads are helpful! We typically have some extra at the studio. This class involves learning to find "rolling surfaces" between your body and the floor, some of which may result in bruising or calluses. This class is oriented towards learning new shapes and pathways moreso than putting them together, though we try and make flow-sequences as well! Each trick has an elaborate break down through which you will be able to build the necessary strength and coordination over time. We focus heavily on alignment and proper engagement for safety. Each sequence has several "off-ramps" so students can work towards the next level at their own pace. This is an all levels class and very much beginner friendly!
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TUESDAYS @ 7PM.
$10-16 sliding scale.
A guided, full body deep-stretch for dancers looking to gain strength and flexibility while honoring their joints, with sensitivity to any injuries.
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THURSDAYS @ 4:30PM.
FRIDAYS @ NOON.
$17-25 sliding scale
In this weekly technique ritual we study and practice the best parts of classical technique within a joy-centered & injury preventative space. This will include terminology, musicality, and alignment. Suitable for beginners and trained dancers: this is an all levels class.
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FRIDAY @ 9:30AM.
$17-25 sliding scale
Foundational dance skills: allignment & terminology. This class starts from complete scratch and fine tunes the basics. Suitable for total beginners with little or no dance training history.
UPCOMING PROGRAMS
let’s get in the groove of things.
ADULT BEGINNER BALLET: ongoing, Tuesdays 5:30-7pm
EXCHANGE: partnering, contact improv, workshop space for collaborative movement. Mondays 5:30-7pm starting Dec. 2
BODY AS TEMPLE: honoring yourself through dance. Cultivate a sense of self-love, inner connection, and respect in this 8 week dance cohort with Savannah Renauldi. Sensory based movement, mirror-free space. Wednesdays 4-5:30pm starting January 8th 2025.
EXPLORING SELF: explore your relationship with the protective parts of yourself through the lens of the 4 elements. 6 weeks of therapeutic movement and arts practice with licensed mental health therapist Laurel Wolff and dance director Sydney Blanchard. Thursdays 6-8pm starting Jan. 9, 2025.
PAST WORKSHOPS
STUdio GUIDLINES
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WHERE?
Moving Parts Dance is located at 302 Columbia Street in downtown Olympia. Park in front, enter through the side door!
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When?
Arrive to class 5-15 minutes prior to start time to allow for time to pay, stretch, and settle in
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Wear
Tight, stretchy layers comfortable for movement. Secure your hair and remove large jewelry pieces. Please no body oils or fragrances!