Spring Registration + Happy New Year + Steppin' Out January News
Welcome to 2020! We have two very important reminders for our community: First, we are still in "fall semester" through the end of January, so please keep joining us for class all through this month. Second, registration is now open for our spring semester, which begins on February 1st. If you are a new family ready to enroll for spring, we do have some openings, including a brand new "Beginning I" class on Wednesday at 4 p.m. for dancers ages 5-7. Please take a look at our schedule--and please spread the word to those looking to dance this spring. Also, as a gentle reminder, many classes fill up fast, so please register as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Class Selection:
Continuing spring students may re-register for their fall time slot even if they are now a year older than the listed age.
If you would like to add a second or third class or select a new time slot for spring, please contact Angela for assistance.
New students may register for any age-appropriate class for which they meet the prerequisites listed on our "classes" page. If you aren't sure, please contact Angela for assistance.
New Teachers, Substitute Teachers, and Teacher Bios:
Steppin' Out is excited to welcome Zachary Isen, who will be teaching the Thursday danceABILITY Company Jazz class this spring. Zachary has an extensive teaching background and has taught at a variety of local organizations including Bay Area Children's Theater, the Urban School, and Oakland School of the Arts.
We are also thrilled to announce that Gabriella Olsen will be filling in for Emily Hansel during the months of January (end of fall semester) and February (start of spring semester) while Emily is on tour with her dance company. Gabriella comes to us from Myriad Music School & Dance Academy and has performed domestically and internationally. Emily will return to all of her classes at the start of March, but we hope Gabriella will stay involved in the studio after February.
For more about Zachary or Gabriella or any of the Steppin' Out teachers, please visit the Steppin' Out "About" page.
Class Schedule
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MOVEMENT OF THE MONTH: PORT DE BRAS
"Port de bras" (French for "carriage of the arms") is a classical ballet term for the set positions our arms travel through as we dance. While we may often think of the movement of the feet as the focus of our work as ballet dancers, the work of the arms is equally important. To build strength, dancers can flow through a series of arm positions--any positions they've been using in class. Remind your dancers that strong arms come from the back, and ask them to activate their back strength especially by releasing their shoulders back and down. Pro tip: Classical music can really add to the mood when practicing port de bras.
DANCE IN THE NEWS: THE HISTORY OF MUSIC VIDEO DANCING
While it's a stretch to call this "news" since it came out last September, we think this clip of Jennifer Lopez and Jimmy Fallon taking us through the history of music video dancing in four glorious minutes is unmissable. Enjoy!
BIRTHDAYS AT STEPPIN' OUT
You don't have to gamble on the weather when you schedule your child's birthday at the studio at Steppin' Out. We offer delightful and customizable children's birthday parties, indoors where it never rains. Plan the party of your dreams, from basic to turn-key, without breaking the bank. Learn more or reserve yours now.
QUICK TIP: SET RESOLUTIONS TOGETHER
As we move into this new year, don't limit resolutions to individuals. Resolve together as a family--maybe to dance more in 2020!
See you at the studio--and don't forget to register for spring!