Happy Halloween + Steppin' Out October News
Happy October! The Steppin' Out staff, along with Teacher Angela's new kitten, Cleo (pictured above), are very excited about Halloween. Please invite your dancers to dress up for class between October 24th and October 29th. We'd love to see you in costume! Also, please remember that there are no classes on Saturday, October 31st, so that you can focus on your own celebrations (Saturday tuition has already been pro-rated).
We've had a wonderful time dancing with you since the studio opened last month. The Steppin' Out staff is thrilled to be able to provide an opportunity for dancers to move their bodies and connect with each other safely. In Zoom class, younger dancers even have "share time" for socialization, during which they introduce their stuffed animals and pets, share their artwork, and even demonstrate their favorite yoga poses while we spotlight them on the big Zoom screen. Please keep joining us as we make the best of this difficult time.
ZOOM LINKS AVAILABLE
As a reminder, Zoom links were sent prior to the first day of class through our registration system, ActivityHero, to the email you used when you registered; if you didn't receive that message, please email Leila for assistance.
DANCERS CAN STILL REGISTER!
Haven't registered yet? We do have some spaces, so please view our schedule and register now (tuition will be prorated). Want to enroll your child but not sure which class to pick? We welcome beginning and experienced dancers as well as students returning to dance after a break. Contact Angela for help with placement.
MOVEMENT OF THE MONTH: FINDING OPPOSITION
Stabilization in dance comes from two main sources--an engaged core and energetic opposition. We practice that second source in class through a general exploration of opposites (for example, our littlest dancers are working on opposites like up and down, right and left, and front and back). Older dancers can work on combining opposite energies (for example, moving quickly and slowly, tapping loudly and quietly, or practicing dance steps both to the right side and the left side). This month, notice many ways to connect with "opposites" in and out of dance class.
DANCE IN THE NEWS: HAMILTON CAST PERFORMS "AMERICA"
Although the fundraiser launched back in June, as we are now less than 30 days before the election, it feels like a good time for all of us to watch the Broadway Hamilton cast perform "America," featuring words by Langston Hughes, Bob Marley, and Lin-Manuel Miranda.
SEND US YOUR PHOTOS!
We'd love to feature some of our dancers on our newsletter or website. This month we're looking for photos of Zoom class that include pets or stuffed animals. Willing to share? Email Leila--and thanks!
QUICK TIP: HAVE A HALLOWEEN PLAYLIST DANCE PARTY!
Many families may be wondering what will and won't feel safe for Halloween this year. No matter what your family decides, you can have a totally safe and festive dance party at home with this Steppin' Out Halloween Spotify playlist!