Capoeira is a high-intensity Afro-Brazilian dance, game and martial art. This class introduce beginners to the fundamentals of the Angola style of capoeira, as well as its rich culture of traditional rhythms, song and community spirit.

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Burn calories while having FUN! Dance to oldies, latin and hip hop music in this high-energy cardio class which mixes easy to follow dance steps and combinations with aerobic movement. Each class ends with fifteen minutes of toning and stretching.

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After a thorough jazz and ballet-based warm-up, this class progresses to a non-stop, high-energy workout incorporating hip-hop, aerobic funk, jazz, and modern dance.  Cool down includes Pilates-based toning. Some dance experience recommended.

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Boot Scoot Boogie, Electric Slide and more... you'll be tapping your toes, swinging your arms and steppin' to an eclectic blend of dance music in no time!  For beginners or those with some experience, this class is a fun way to stay fit no matter what your age!

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Nia is an expressive workout that blends dance with the martial and healing arts. You will strengthen, stretch, open and balance your body while dancing to eclectic music from all over the world. A wonderful combination of exercise, fun and spirituality, Nia builds community and brings profound joy to many people! In thelunch-time class, we'll energize and relieve stress by moving gently and stretching for 45 minutes, then end with a body-centered meditation to ground and focus. You'll return to your day refreshed and clear - without needing a shower! If you only have time for the movement, you can leave before the meditation. All welcome; movements can be adapted to any fitness level.

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The Pilates Method was originally developed for rehabilitation purposes but has become a favorite of dancers for its effectiveness in promoting flexibility and long, lean muscles. The floor exercises focus on strengthening the body’s core through precise movement, spinal alignment and integration of the breath. This class is ideal for beginners, but modifications will be given for continuing students to challenge their practice.

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Taijiquan (T'ai-Chi Chüan) is a martial art and exercise for overall well-being and conditioning—a system of meditative yet dynamic movement that improves energy flow throughout the body, eases tension, enhances awareness, and improves balance and strength. This class focuses on Chen style and various Qi- (energy) enhancing exercises, and is appropriate for beginning and continuing students.

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