dx Classes Autumn 2010 by danceXchange

CLASSES

Autumn 2010

MONDAY 13 SEPTEMBER – SATURDAY 4 DECEMBER 2010 DanceXchange // Level 5 Birmingham Hippodrome // Thorp Street // Birmingham // B5 4TB

Ah, summer’s over for another year! This is the time when we reflect on our holidays, bemoan the amount of ice cream we’ve eaten, and make a pledge to get back in shape.

And that’s where DanceXchange comes in! Our classes are perfect if you want to get yourself fit, have fun and make some new friends at the same time. Whether you’re a regular attendee and want to work on your technique, or a newcomer looking for a fresh challenge, we’ve got something for everyone this term, including some fantastic short courses aimed at giving complete beginners the basics of something new in just 4 weeks (see page 9). Take a few minutes to read through this brochure and, if you’ve got any questions, feel free to give us a call, or just pop in to have a chat. Remember – if you want to keep up-to-date with everything that’s happening at dx, you can sign up to receive our monthly classes e-flyer, just contact us with your details. We hope to see you in class soon! Cat Boffy, Class Coordinator

GENERAL INFORMATION 15 MINUTE RULE: To prevent injury, participants more than 15 minutes late are not allowed into class, as the warm up section will have been missed. WHAT TO WEAR: Anything comfortable that allows you to move freely. Tracksuit bottoms or leggings and a t-shirt are suitable for most classes. Please remove all jewellery before taking part to avoid injuries. Please note that for all classes we do not allow black-soled trainers or outdoor shoes in our studios because they can damage our floors. LEVELS: It is not possible to attend multiple levels of the same dance style either as a block booker or a pay-as-you-go participant. Please attend the session that is most suited to your level of training/experience. If you’re unsure which level is right for you, you’ll be able to attend two classes at first to make your decision. Our tutors will also be on hand to give

advice. More information about levels can be found on page 5.

ACCESS: We strive to make our classes as accessible as possible to participants with disabilities. Please call us to discuss any support you might need. NEW TO CLASSES? If you’re not sure what to expect and are worried about your first visit, we can pair you up with a regular class-going ‘buddy’. Just call us to arrange. ENQUIRIES: We’re on hand 6 days a week to help you find the right class for you or your children. Call or email us your questions. 0121 689 3170 // info@dancexchange.org.uk DanceXchange // Level 5 Birmingham Hippodrome // Thorp Street // Birmingham // B5 4TB

Professional Dance Artists and Teachers We also provide classes, workshops and CPD opportunities for people working in dance. Request a leaflet or visit the Professional Development section of our website.

ADVANCE BLOCK BOOKING Booking a term in advance is the perfect solution if you don’t usually miss any sessions during the term. The benefits are:

HOW IT WORKS Advance block booking is open from Friday 16 July until Saturday 18 September, and fees for the term are:

GUARANTEED ENTRY to your selected class each week. PAY LESS – booking in advance works out £1 per week cheaper for adults (and 50p per cheaper for kids/teens) than pay as you go. AVOID THE QUEUES – unlike pay as you go, you won’t have to queue to pay on arrival each time.

Adult Advanced/Open Level £66/54 concession Adult Beginners/Improvers £60/48 concession Kids 7-11yrs/Teens £42 Kids 3-6yrs £36

HOW TO BOOK You can book in person (Mon-Sat, 10am-6pm), by phone or by post. We accept cash and most credit/debit cards (30p admin fee). If you prefer to send a cheque, please make it payable to DanceXchange Ltd.

PAY AS YOU GO This is our most flexible payment option, ideal if: You’ve never been to DanceXchange before, or you’re trying a new style, and aren’t sure if you want to commit to the whole term straight away. You like dipping in and out of different classes during the course of a term. You know you’re not going to be able to make it every week.

HOW IT WORKS Just turn up around 15-20 minutes before your class is due to start to register and pay at our reception desk. Pay as you go fees for Autumn 2010 are as follows: Adult Advanced/Open Level £6.50/£5.50 concession Adult £6/£5 concession Kids 7-11yrs/Teens £4 Kids 3-6yrs £3.50

CONCESSION PRICES: Adults aged 60 years and above, those on income support, and students in full time education. Proof of ID required. TERMS & CONDITIONS

Advance block booking Please note that once you’ve booked for a term, if you miss a week or number of weeks for any reason, we won’t be able to issue a refund. Refunds will only be given if we have to cancel a class due to circumstances beyond our control. We reserve the right to change a tutor without prior notice if necessary. Advance block booking closes on Sat 18 Sept. You must attend the same class (level and style) for the whole term. Advance booking is subject to availability, so please book early. Pay as you go Places are allocated on a first come first served basis and are subject to availability. Due to the popularity of some classes, it may not always be possible to allocate you a place so please call before you come along. We reserve the right to cancel classes and/or change tutors if necessary.

AT-A-GLANCE CLASSES DIARY MONDAY Hip Hop & Funk Styles Club Jazz Advanced Musical Dance Hip Hop & Funk Styles Ballet Advanced Pilates Kathak

5.00pm 6.00pm 6.00pm 6.00pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 7.45pm

6.00pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 9.15pm 9.15pm 9.15pm

12-17yrs 18yrs+ 18yrs+ 18yrs+ 18yrs+ 18yrs+ 18yrs+

11.00am 6.00pm 6.00pm 6.00pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 7.45pm

12.15pm 7.15pm 7.15pm 7.30pm 8.45pm 8.45pm 9.00pm

50yrs+ 18yrs+ 18yrs+ 18yrs+ 18yrs+ 18yrs+ 18yrs+

5.00pm 6.00pm 6.00pm 7.30pm 7.30pm

6.00pm 7.15pm 7.30pm 8.45pm 9.00pm

12-17yrs 18yrs+ 18yrs+ 18yrs+ 18yrs+

6.00pm 6.00pm 6.00pm 7.30pm 7.30pm

7.15pm 7.30pm 7.15pm 8.45pm 8.45pm

18yrs+ 18yrs+ 18yrs+ 18yrs+ 18yrs+

Kashmir Leese Karen Kelly Ami Radcliffe Kashmir Leese Jonathon Payn/BRB Ruth Jacombs Sonia Sabri

TUESDAY Dance into Fitness Contemporary Beginners Ballet Improvers Tap Advanced Contemporary Improvers Ballet Beginners Capoeira Beginners

Sarah-Jane Carter-Dornan Maria Blundell Olivia Pickford Leah Hadley Maria Blundell Olivia Pickford Instructor Mascote – Cordão de Ouro

WEDNESDAY Breakin’ Teens Breakin’ Improvers SHORT COURSE Breakin’ Beginners Ballet Advanced

Mickael Riviere/BBoys Attic Mickael Riviere/BBoys Attic Various Mickael Riviere/BBoys Attic Jonathan Payn/Jenny Murphy

THURSDAY Club Jazz Beginners Contemporary Advanced Tap Beginners Club Jazz Improvers Tap Improvers

Karen Kelly Various Dot Scattergood Karen Kelly Dot Scattergood

FRIDAY There are no dx classes on a Friday, but please see Pages 5 and 10 for details of hires. If you’d like to hire our studios on Fridays, please contact Cat Boffy on 0121 689 3170 or email cat.boffy@dancexchange.org.uk

SATURDAY Tap Kids Tiny Tappers Parent & Tots Ballet First Steps Club Jazz Kids Bollywood Bhangra Club Jazz First Steps Ballet Beginners Kids Ballet Improvers Kids Club Jazz Teens Breakin’ Kids Creative Dance Creative Contemporary Ballet Beginners Teens Ballet Improvers Teens Contemporary Beginners Teens Contemporary Improvers Teens

9.15am 10.00am 11.30am 10.45am 10.30am 10.15am 11.15am 11.15am 12.00pm 12.00pm 12.15pm 1.00pm 1.30pm 1.00pm 2.00pm 2.00pm 3.00pm

10.00am 10.30am 12.15pm 11.15am 11.15am 11.15am 11.45am 12.00pm 12.45pm 1.00pm 1.15pm 1.30pm 2.15pm 2.00pm 3.00pm 3.00pm 4.00pm

7-11yrs 3-6yrs 6mnth-3yrs 3-6yrs 7-11yrs 12-17yrs 3-6yrs 7-11yrs 7-11yrs 12-17yrs 7-11yrs 3-6yrs 7-11yrs 12-17yrs 12-17yrs 12-17yrs 12-17yrs

Dot Scattergood Dot Scattergood Ruth Jacombs Leah Hadley Karen Kelly Hina Chavda Karen Kelly Leah Hadley Leah Hadley Karen Kelly Bboy Sketch Rose Gordon/Kate Talbot Rose Gordon/Kate Talbot Leah Hadley Leah Hadley Laura Dredger Laura Dredger

To ensure we’re providing everyone involved with a quality experience, and to minimise the risk of injury, we ask that you only attend classes advertised for your age and taught at a level equivalent to your own experience. The following guide can be used to help you decide the level that’s right for you: Beginners Improvers

-- fun classes learning the basics, no previous experience required -- a faster pace class aimed at those with a basic understanding of the dance style and knowledge of technique, wanting to develop their skill Advanced -- technically demanding classes suited to those with a high level of fitness and stamina that have significant dance experience or training Open Level -- adult classes without a specific level, such as Pilates or Musical Dance are open to all levels of experience

HIRES WEDNESDAY Urban Fusion Beginners Urban Fusion Improvers

6.00pm - 7.15pm 7.30pm - 8.45pm

16yrs+ 16yrs+

Shaun Cope Shaun Cope

THURSDAY Beginners Flamenco

7.45pm - 9.00pm

18yrs+

Ana Garcia

FRIDAY Creative Performance Group Advanced Movement & Dance

6.15pm - 7.45pm 7.45pm - 9.15pm

16yrs+ 50yrs+

Shirley Shergold Edna Bayliss

9.00am

14yrs+

Jane Rosier

SATURDAY Intermediate/Advanced Ballet For more information see page 10

- 10.30am

CLASSES A-Z If something’s caught your eye in our timetable, but you’re unsure about what that particular class is about, here’s a handy A-Z explanation of all our classes. This information can also be found on our website, www.dancexchange.org.uk

BALLET These classes range from an introduction to the basics of classical ballet (Beginners) to challenging barre and centre work (Improvers/Advanced).

BOLLYWOOD BHANGRA An energetic Indian contemporary dance class set to the latest pop, classical and Bhangra music.

BREAKIN’ Unleash your inner bboy/bgirl in this high energy class involving street moves, acrobatics, popping and locking (Breakin’ Kids focuses on Top Rock, Bottom Rock (footwork) and Power Moves, the foundation moves essential for any breaker).

Pictured: Ballet Beginners Teens Class

CAPOEIRA An Afro-Brazilian artform, containing elements of dance, martial art, music, song, acrobatics and trickery.

CLUB JAZZ Funky moves to the latest chart sounds make these classes a must if you want to make an impact on the dance floor!

CONTEMPORARY A dynamic and physical class exploring the principles of coordination, strength, body alignment and flexibility.

CREATIVE CONTEMPORARY Explore dance through a range of fun movement exercises, and start to develop a basic knowledge of contemporary technique.

CREATIVE DANCE A fun way to explore creative movement, balance and body co-ordination through a range of dance styles.

DANCE INTO FITNESS A gentle way to exercise the body using fun dance and fitness sequences.

HIP HOP & FUNK STYLES This class will give you an understanding of popping and locking movement, as well as incorporating house dance steps and hip hop routines.

KATHAK Develop your technique in this classical dance form characterised by fast footwork and spins.

MUSICAL DANCE Learn dance moves inspired by the musicals in this entertaining and lively class.

PARENTS & TOTS A playful class to enjoy with your child, stimulating expression and developing body co-ordination.

PILATES A conditioning and relaxation class focusing on body alignment, posture and breathing. Bring a towel or small cushion with you. If you haven’t been to this class before, you’ll need to attend 2 core principle sessions (13 & 20 Sept, 25 Oct & 1 Nov).

TAP Get those toes a tappin’ with these fun sessions, great for developing rhythm. Pictured: Kathak student from Centre for Advanced Training for South Asian & Contemporary Dance

SHORT COURSES

We’re always looking for ways to bring the most diverse styles of dance to our class programme, and this term we’re running some brand new short courses aimed at giving you the chance to try out a new style from scratch. Over just four sessions you can learn the basics of Argentine Tango, Salsa and Bollywood Bhangra. All courses are aimed at absolute beginners, and are taught by some of the best tutors in the West Midlands. If the courses prove popular we hope to introduce these styles into our main class programme in future terms.

Wednesdays 6.00-7.30pm // £22/£18 concession

Argentine Tango 15, 22, 29 September & 6 October Far away from ballroom tango and its preset sequence, Argentine Tango is a purely improvised dance, based on an intimate and strong connection between a couple and the music. Tutors: Sandra Bernard and Loyd Vidal www.tangoinbrum.co.uk

Salsa 13, 20, 27 October & 3 November Salsa is a great way to meet people of all backgrounds, have fun and keep fit! Come on your own or with friends. Tutor: Loreta Juzenaite This course is run by Latin Motion, one of the leading providers of Salsa activites in Birmingham. www.latinmotion.co.uk

Bollywood Bhangra 10, 17, 24 November & 1 December Bollywood is an energetic and fun way to keep fit. Come along and master the basics with award winning Hina Chavda of Hina and Co Bollywood Dance Academy. www.hinaandcodance.com

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HIRES These classes are taught in our studios but all enquiries and management of them is handled by the tutors that run them rather than by DanceXchange. If you’d like to try any of these classes, or you’re currently attending and would like to ask questions or give feedback, please contact the tutor directly using the details below. Please note these classes are not part of our advance booking scheme.

Advanced Movement & Dance Friday // 7.45pm-9.15pm // 50yrs+ // Tutor Edna Bayliss // Tel 0121 472 5582 Run by the Keep Fit Association, these sessions incorporate creative routines using props such as ribbons, hoops and balls. If you haven’t attended before, please contact Edna first for pricing information and other details.

Beginners Flamenco Thursday // 7.45pm-9.00pm // 18yrs+ // Tutor Ana Garcia // Tel 07971 219904 // £8 New regular classes with Birmingham-based flamenco expert Ana Garcia. This course is designed for complete beginners; no previous dance experience is needed. The classes will often be accompanied by a Flamenco guitarist and students will have regular performances to work towards at various venues.

Creative Performance Group Friday // 6.15pm-7.45pm // 16yrs+ // Tutor Shirley Shergold // Tel 0121 475 6031 Also run by the Keep Fit Association, this class uses a range of music to create and perform choreographed pieces. Contact Shirley direct for prices and information.

Intermediate/Advanced Ballet Saturday // 9.00am-10.30am // 14yrs+ // Tutor Jane Rosier // Contact Faith Bullivant 07980 588604 Contact Faith for details and prices. These classes also continue over the Summer and Christmas breaks on Monday and Wednesday evenings.

Urban Fusion Wednesday Beginners 16yrs+ // 6pm-7.15pm // £5/£4 concession Improvers 16yrs+ // 7.30pm-8.45pm // £5/£4 concession Tutor Shaun Cope // Tel 07977 055303 // Email shauncope@spiritarts.co.uk Learn fast and funky routines to the latest broken beats sounds in this energetic class combining street dance, break dance, martial arts and African dance.

CENTRE FOR ADVANCED TRAINING FOR SOUTH ASIAN & CONTEMPORARY DANCE Are you interested in training as a performer? Are you committed to Kathak, Bharatanatyam or Contemporary dance? Our CAT programme is for young people aged 11-16 with exceptional talent and potential in dance. We have two strands -- contemporary (for young people living in the West Midlands) and South Asian, which focuses on Kathak and Bharatanatyam (for young people living anywhere in the country). Funded by the Government’s Music and Dance Scheme, means-tested grants are available for those who get a place. We audition every year in May and June. Go to www.dancexchange.org.uk to find out more!

refleX Youth Dance is DanceXchange’s youth dance company, for young people with strong technique, who are serious about a career in dance. As part of refleX you’ll work with fantastic British choreographers, create work, and perform in The Patrick Centre, Birmingham Hippodrome. You’ll also receive ballet and contemporary technique classes each week, and have the opportunity to complete an Arts Award. We’re looking for 15 talented and committed young dancers to join refleX this September. Auditions will be held on Saturday 25 September, and will consist of a technique class followed by a creative session. There’s no need to prepare anything, and no commitment to join at this stage, just come along on the day. If you’re successful and choose to join the company, there is a fee payable in instalments and a minimum commitment of attending every Saturday afternoon during term-time. For more information, or if you have any questions, please contact Cat on 0121 689 3170, or email cat.boffy@dancexchange.org.uk

DanceXchange (dx) is a power house of dance A partner organisation with Birmingham Hippodrome and Birmingham Royal Ballet, dx creates exciting opportunities for people of all walks of life to engage in dance, either as participant, performer or audience member. Through its class programme, DanceXchange strives to provide a diverse range of high quality, accessible and enjoyable dance opportunities, enabling people of all backgrounds and abilities to participate in regular healthy activity.

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