Adult Dance Classes
Westchester's best ballet, contemporary, jazz, hip hop, and tap dance classes!
dance for all ages
Welcome to Adult Dance Classes!
We offer contemporary, ballet, jazz, musical theater, hip hop, tap, swing and ballroom dance classes for adults of all ages and experience levels. Many of our adult ballet classes are accompanied by live piano music.
Our experienced faculty members are passionate about dance and are dedicated to helping each student achieve their goals. Dance is not only a fun and fulfilling activity, but also a great way to improve fitness, balance, coordination, and overall well-being.
Our classes are a great way to meet new people and connect with others who share your love of dance. We welcome students of all social genders and gender identities, at all levels of training, in our warm and supportive environment.
flexible options
Class Pricing
Please purchase classes online before taking a class. Classes are on a first-come, first-served basis. Please arrive early to ensure your space!
Adult single-class rate is $25 per class
A single virtual class is $15.
A 10-class card is $225 and is valid for four months
A 30-class card is $645 and is valid for six months
options for everyone
Fall 2023 Classes
Adult Ballet
Absolute Beginner Ballet
A safe and welcoming class for absolute beginners or those returning to ballet who wish to learn the fundamentals of ballet in a progressive syllabus designed for adult learners.
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Friday | 10:45 AM–12:00 PM | Santoro |
| Sunday | 1:00–2:30 PM | Ortiz |
Beginner Ballet
Class is designed for students with an understanding of ballet basics who wish to improve upon fluency in vocabulary, strength, and flexibility. Classes are taught at a slower tempo with repetition and progressive combinations from barre to center work.
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00–11:15 AM | Thao 12:30–2:00 PM | Thao |
| Tuesday | 10:00–11:15 PM | Santoro 12:30–2:00 PM | Thao |
| Wednesday | 10:00–11:30 PM | Thao 12:30–2:00 PM | Thao |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM–11:30 PM | Waltz 12:30–2:00 PM | Thao |
| Friday | 9:30–10:45 PM | Santoro 5:00–6:30 PM | Thao |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–1:00 PM | Sherwood |
| Sunday | 11:30–1:00 PM | Ortiz |
Advanced Beginner Ballet
Class is designed for students who wish to improve their stamina and speed, with more complex and longer exercises at barre and center.
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00–11:15 AM | Santoro |
| Wednesday | 7:15–8:30 PM | Rodriguez |
| Thursday | 9:45–11:15 AM | Whitehorne |
| Friday | 12:30–2:00 PM | Thao |
Intermediate Ballet
For the intermediate and advanced dancer who has achieved a high level of ballet technique. Exercises are developed with open interpretation for musicality and require a fluency in ballet terminology.
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Monday | 6:00–7:30 PM | Gologorskaya |
| Tuesday | 9:30-11:00 AM | Waltz 7:00–8:30 PM | Waltz |
| Wednesday | 10:00–11:30 AM | Waltz 6:00–7:30 PM | Gologorskaya |
| Thursday | 6:00–7:30 PM | Thao |
| Friday | 10:00–11:30 AM | Thao 4:15–5:30 PM | Benevento |
| Saturday | 10:00–11:30 AM | Sherwood |
| Sunday | 10:00-11:30 AM | Whitehorne |
Pointe
For the advanced beginner and intermediate dancer who wishes to progress their training from flat to pointe. Pointe work requires extreme focus, strength, coordination, and control of the whole dancer.
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Monday | 7:30 PM–8:30 PM | Gologorskaya |
| Tuesday | 11:15 AM–12:00 PM | Whitehorne |
| Wednesday | 7:30 PM–8:30 PM | Gologorskaya |
| Thursday | 11:15 AM–12:00 PM | Whitehorne |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM–12:15 PM | Whitehorne |
Variations/Character
Dancers will learn repertoire from the classical ballet canon in Variations class. Character class will focus on waltz, mazurkas, polonaise, etc.
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Thursday | 7:30–8:30 PM | Thao (Variations) |
Ballet Workshops
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Monday | 11:30 AM–12:30 PM | Thao (turns) |
Adult Tap
Absolute Beginner Tap
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Monday | 2:00–3:00 PM | Rothenberg |
Beginner Tap
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Wednesday | 2:00–3:00 PM | Rickman |
| Thursday | 2:00–3:00 PM | Rickman |
| Friday | 2:00–3:00 PM | Benevento |
| Saturday | 1:30–2:30 PM | Pierpont |
Advanced Beginner Tap
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Monday | 1:00–2:00 PM | Rothenberg |
Intermediate Tap
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Monday | 6:00–7:00 PM | Rothenberg |
Open Tap
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Monday | 7:00–8:00 PM | Rothenberg |
Adult Contemporary, Jazz, Hip Hop, Musical Theater,
Swing Dance, and Ballroom
Contemporary
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Monday | 11:30 AM–12:30 PM | Benevento 5:15–6:00 PM | Gologorskaya |
| Wednesday | 5:00–6:00 PM | Rodriguez |
| Friday | 5:30–6:30 PM | Benevento |
Jazz
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Monday | 2:30-3:30 PM | Rickman |
| Tuesday | 12:00–1:00 PM | Benevento 7:30–8:30 PM | Benevento |
| Wednesday | 6:15-7:15 PM | Rickman |
| Thursday | 5:15–6:00 PM | Rickman |
Hip Hop
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Monday | 12:00–1:00 PM | Rothenberg |
Musical Theater
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Wednesday | 5:15–6:15 PM | Rickman |
Swing Dance
Swing is one of the most versatile and joyful dances you can learn. It involves movements with lots of swinging, spinning, and rhythmic, creative footwork. Once you learn the fundamental steps, Swing is easily adaptable to a wide range of tempos. No partner is needed. Just bring clean and comfortable shoes!
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Monday | 6:00-7:00 PM | Rickman |
Ballroom
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Thursday | 6:00-7:00 PM | Ortiz (Tango) |
Flamenco
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Sunday | 3:00-4:00 PM | Bergman |
Belly Dance
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Sunday | 4:00-5:00 PM | Pelin |
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