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AFRO-BRAZILIAN DANCE

INSTRUCTOR: Mariano Silva

Afro-Brazilian Dance (Batucada) introduces people to the vitality of Afro-Brazilian percussion thru movement and sound. Batucada comes from the word "batuque", a term used to identify rhythms and traditions of African origin that have persevered in Brazil. Batucada music is played on powerful percussion instruments including atabaque drums, the timbau, the repinique and the surdo bass drums. Batucada is danced through charismatic solos and playful duets, all under the supportive gaze of a community circle. Batucada is a celebration of creativity, community and individuality through polyrhythmic play.

Mariano has studied and performed Afro-Brazilian Dance in his hometown of Salvador Bahia, Brazil for over ten years. He was a student and performer at the local University and part of Mr. King's famous Ballet Folclorico da Bahia. In the United States, he has toured with Ballet Folclorico do Brasil (a world-renowned company out of Santa Monica), taught Summer Dance Santa Barbara and local ongoing dance and capoeira classes.

ARGENTINE TANGO

INSTRUCTOR: Brian and Fay of Tango Santa Barbara

The Tango is a creative and sensual form of social dance that originated among the urban immigrants, freed slaves, and displaced gauchos in the crowded port cities of Argentina and Uruguay more than a century ago.

The Argentine Tango is an improvisational dance that does not rely on memorized patterns, or pre-arranged routines. The dance emphasizes communicating with your partner, interpreting the music, and expressing yourself in a spontaneous and inventive way.

This weekly class is open to all levels. No prior experience is required. You do not need to come with a partner.

Dress comfortably, and bring shoes that permit you to pivot easily (leather soles preferred).
The class will focus on exercises to learn or improve your basic technique. Fundamentals will be stressed, but more challenging material will be offered for those who already have some experience in Argentine Tango.

Aspects of Argentine culture, language, and history that relate to the dance will also be covered as appropriate. Each class will be followed by an open, supervised practice session.

BALLET 1

INSTRUCTOR: Beth Bartlett

BRING TO FIRST CLASS: Leotard and tights. (Bring ballet slippers if you already have them, otherwise please wait to buy shoes until you have met with the instructor.)

This class is for students with little or no ballet experience. The basic skills of proper posture, positions, barre warm ups and stretching will be emphasized during the first half of class. The second half of class will be learning to move with control and grace across the floor.

BALLET 1.5

INSTRUCTOR: Beth Bartlett

This class is for students who have mastered Ballet 1. Class will emphasize perfecting specific movements in repetition and is ideal for the student who wants to develop skills to carry them on to the next level with confidence.

BALLET 2

INSTRUCTOR: Beth Bartlett

This class is for students who have mastered the Ballet I level. The basic skills and correct placement should be well established. Strengthening technique, flexibility and stamina will be worked on at the barre. The center will emphasize adagio, allegro, waltz and turns.

BALLET 3

INSTRUCTOR: Beth Bartlett

This class is for continuing students who have mastered the Ballet II level and want a more vigorous and challenging experience. At the barre and center you will continue to work on perfecting your technique at a higher skill level. The center will include adagio, petite allegro, pirouettes, grand allegro and variations from famous ballets.

NOTE: Pointe instruction will be given.

BELLY DANCE-Beginning Series

Beginning Belly Dance is an introduction to and each class is one part of a complete course in belly dance. The complete course is taught in four eight-week sessions over a year. Upon completion of the four parts, students will have a thorough understanding of and ability to execute a complete belly dance. We will cover technique, combinations and related folk dances of the Middle East from which belly dance has developed. Each beginning class is independent of the other so a student can start anywhere in the series. Upon completion of the four beginning classes, students may graduate to the intermediate class.

Alexandra King is director and choreographer of the Middle Eastern Ensemble at UCSB.

BELLY DANCE,
Beginning-Balady–Openings & Exits
INSTRUCTOR: Alexandra King

Basic steps and movements for entrances, exits and everything in between! Need Finger cymbals and hip scarf which can be purchased in class.

BELLY DANCE,
Beginning-Taqsim & Chiftitelli
INSTRUCTOR: Alexandra King

This is the slow, soulful section of the belly dance and this class teaches the music theory, isolations and movements as well as how to interpret the music.

FLAMENCO DANCE I

INSTRUCTOR: Sheba Bergman

This course will cover posture, rhythm and footwork (zapateado). Throughout the lessons, the "compas" and rhythm of all the "Palos" (styles) of Flamenco will be introduced, with emphasis on interpretation of the Cante (song) and the Toque (guitar). In addition, the participants will learn how to accompany other dancers with "Palmas" (handclapping) and "Jaleo". Participants are required to have flamenco shoes, or character shoes, or shoes with a leather or wooden sole through which they can feel the floor. No sneakers or bare feet.
Sheba is a professional flamenco dancer and teacher with extensive background in classical ballet as well as in jazz, salsa, belly dance and argentine tango. Sheba has studied flamenco, classical spanish dance and regional dances of Spain with Silvia Duran and has also attended many workshops taught by Manolo Marin, Raphael Campallo, Hiniesta Cortez, La Tati and Soraya Clavijo.

FLAMENCO DANCE II (Sevillanas)
INSTRUCTOR: Sheba Bergman

Learn to dance Sevillanas from scratch! Sevillanas, a regional Spanish dance of courtship originating from the city of Sevilla, has been incorporated into popular flamenco to form Sevillanas Flamencas, The construction of this dance includes four Sevillanas, signifying the meeting, courtship, quarrel and marriage of a man and a woman. No partners necessary! This course will cover the structure of the dance, posture, rhythm and choreography. Throughout the lessons, interpretation of the Cante (song) will be emphasized. In addition, the participants will learn how to accompany other dancers with "Palmas" (handclapping) and "Jaleo". Participants are required to have flamenco shoes or shoes with a leather or wooden sole through which they can feel the floor.

HIP HOP
INSTRUCTOR: Marielle Daquioag & Rhoelle Gabriel

In this class, participants will get a chance to learn the hip hop dance style of Urbanwhich is a hip hop dance group at UCSB. The 30 member group promotes hip hop culture and their love of dance.

PERSIAN DANCE I
INSTRUCTOR: Alexandra King

Persian classical dance is an elegant, sensual style of Middle Eastern dance; quintessentially feminine and coquettish. It strongly influenced the development and evolution of belly dance and is a must for any serious belly dancer.
Alexandra King is director and choreographer of the Middle Eastern Ensemble at UCSB.

PERSIAN DANCE II
INSTRUCTOR: Alexandra King

A continuation of Persian Dance I including a review of the first session, combinations and a choreography.

SALSA DANCE I

INSTRUCTOR: Joshua James

Learn timing, rhythm, partnering, connection and footwork. Along with a series of turns and fun patterns. All taught in a fun atmosphere while preparing you for social dancing.
Joshua is a great teacher who is originally from Portland, Oregon and has been in Santa Barbara for about four years. He’s trained in multiple dances from salsa, cha-cha to tango and swing. He is a technical teacher and fine tunes your foundation along with providing a street style. You're sure to have fun and meet great people while learning your salsa skills. Partner is not required.

SALSA DANCE II

INSTRUCTOR: Joshua James

PREREQUISITE: Salsa I or basic foundation.

This is an Intermediate class for all those who have taken Salsa I or have the basic foundation down, such as basic step, natural turn and cross body leads. You will gain a stronger sense of technique, timing and rhythm, along with better body control and challenging moves. This class has a little bit of everything from spinning to Latin hip motion. You're sure to have a great time.

SWING, LATIN, BALLROOM and MORE, Beginning & Intermediate

INSTRUCTOR: Ken Ota

Learn to dance and have a swinging time! In this class you will learn social dancing skills and etiquette. Develop skills in popular dance steps such as swing, mambo, fox trot and tango.

Ken Ota was the first man to earn the highest Arthur Murray medals and diplomas and was awarded England's ISTD (Imperial Society of Teachers of Dance).

Note: You must register prior to the first class meeting. Please bring your yellow registration slip to the first class.

SWING & BALLROOM BASICS

INSTRUCTOR: Steve Carlan

In this 8-week class, students will be on their way to “dancing with the starz”. Students will learn more than just the fun steps of Swing Dancing and Latin Dancing; they will also learn the style, timing and techniques for these popular and easily recognizable dances. There will also be time to learn the basics of other Ballroom dances such as Waltz and Tango. As part of the overall dancing experience, students will also learn and practice social dance etiquette.
Steve has been teaching for 10 years and has over 17 years of experience in Swing and Ballroom dance. He currently teaches members of the Swing and Ballroom Dance Club at UCSB.
Note: You must register prior to the first class meeting. Please bring your yellow registration slip to the first class meeting. The class enrollment may be limited if there is an imbalance of leaders and followers.

TRIBAL BELLY DANCE I
INSTRUCTOR: Alexandra King

American Belly Dance includes a blend of dance from Morocco, Iran and Armenia – all countries which have 6/8 dominant music. This class teaches the steps, movements and combinations that are appropriately incorporated into belly dance using music in the rhythm of 6/8. Great for all styles of belly dance!