Fall 2010 Community Classes
Summer Classes Continue with Fall 2010 Classes Beginning Soon!!
The following classes are offered through Berkshire Pulse. Payments are made to Berkshire Pulse in accordance with the tuition fee listed with each individual class and/or Berkshire Pulse membership passes which are available for students age 18+.
The Berkshire Pulse community membership pass is an eight class pass which can be used for participation in all classes offered through Berkshire Pulse. The eight class pass membership fee is $100 and expires at the end of the current season. In most cases, a Trial class is available for $15, and will be deducted from the membership fee if participant chooses to join.
Private classes are available.
Please contact us to schedule an instructor consultation.
Ballet
Ballet Foundations
With Ilana Siegel
Wednesday 10:15-11:30 AM
September 15 - January 26 (No Class 11/24, 12/22 & 12/29)
$15 per class - $12.50 with Community Pass purchase
Go back to the basics with this foundations level ballet/movement class for adults. Learn body positions and steps of classical ballet barre. Experiment and explore movement patterns in the center and across the floor. Enjoy this great opportunity to stretch and strengthen the body. A perfect class for those with little or no experience.
Open Ballet - Beginner and Advanced Beginner
With Christianna Kavoloski
Monday 6:30-8:00 PM
Saturday 10:15 AM-12:15 PM
September 13 - January 29 (No Class 11/22, 12/20 & 12/27)
$15 per class - $12.50 with Community Pass purchase
The open adult/teen class is for beginner and advanced beginner ballet students, who have had some previous ballet training, and have a basic understanding of classical ballet vocabulary. Class will include barre and centre floor exercises, with combinations moving across the floor. Emphasis is placed on correct body alignment, development of whole body movement, musicality, and the embodiment of performance style.
Open Ballet - Advanced (Performing Arts Program Class)
With Ruby Aver
Wednesday 4:30-6:00 PM
September 15 - January 26 (No Class 11/24, 12/22 & 12/29)
Adults & Teens 14+
$144 - Full Session
or $15 per class - $12.50 with Community Pass purchase
A student's individual capacity is solidified and refined. Artistry and technical stamina are challenged. Requirements: Exemplary work ethics and classroom etiquette, ability to welcome ongoing challenges and retain corrections, ability to retain complicated ballet combinations and lengthy variations, patience to go deeper into developing the quality of movement and musical artistry as technique progresses. Monday and Wednesday Advanced Ballet, as well as a concurrent Modern or Jazz class with Berkshire Pulse are required at this level. Four ballet classes per week are strongly recommended to progress at this level, therefore Advanced level Ballet students are also encouraged to enroll in the Intermediate level class for additional weekly practice. Adult dancers are welcome to enroll in this PAP class with a full session commitment, or on a drop-in class basis.
Modern & Jazz
The Dancer Within
With Andrea Borak
Thursday 10:00 - 11:15 AM
September 16 - January 27 (No Class 11/25, 12/23 & 12/30)
$15 per class - $12.50 with Community Pass purchase
This gentle dance class for adults is based on breath and flow. Find the joy of movement through simple phrases, kindness to the body, and a re-awakening of the dancer within.
Open Modern - Beginner's
With Andrea Blacklow
Tuesday 10:00 - 11:15 AM
September 14 - January 25 (No Class 11/23, 12/21 & 12/28)
$15 per class - $12.50 with Community Pass purchase
This class introduces adults to the technique and vocabulary of modern dance. We will focus on alignment, strength, balance and rhythm, while exploring movement qualities and the creative expression of modern dance. Class structure includes warm-up, strengthening exercises, center work and traveling across the floor. No prior experience is required to participate in this class.
Open Modern - Intermediate
With Bettina Montano
Wednesday 6:15-7:45 PM
September 22-January 26 (No Class 11/24, 12/22 & 12/29)
Adults & Teens Ages 16+
$15 per class - $12.50 with Community Pass purchase
This class draws on various styles of modern dance, with an emphasis on release and core strengthening exercises that support the dancer in moving from a strong center. Classes will include floor work, center, and across the floor practice, culminating in distinctive phrases. For students with prior dance experience.
Modern - Advanced (Performing Arts Program Class)
With Bettina Montano
Thursday 5:15-6:45
September 16-January 27 (No Class 11/25, 12/23 & 12/30)
Adults & Teens 14+
$204 - Full Session
A continuation of Modern dance training, this class encourages students to challenge themselves as artists as well as technicians. Requirements: Exemplary work ethics and classroom etiquette, ability to welcome ongoing challenges and retain corrections, patience to go deeper into developing quality of movement and artistry. Concurrent Ballet training with BP's intermediate or advanced level is required for students participating in this class. Advanced level Modern students are welcome to enroll in the Intermediate level Open Modern classes for additional weekly practice. Adult dancers are welcome to enroll in this PAP class with a full session commitment.
Open Jazz - Advanced Beginner & Intermediate
With Kat Gurley
Monday 5:30-6:45 PM
September 13 - January 24 (No Class 11/22, 12/20 & 12/27)
$15 per class - $12.50 with Community Pass purchase
This invigorating class for experienced beginner and intermediate level adults and teens will revolve around a central class structure: warm up, stretch/strengthen, technique across the floor, and center combinations. A focus will be on developing a stylistic range of jazz dance, from classical to contemporary. Participants will experience the progression of movement from linear classical jazz to abstract contemporary jazz. Phrasing, use of the plie, and using authentic emotions while dancing will also be topics frequently emphasized in class.
Choreography
The Dancer Within
With Andrea Borak
Thursday 10:00 - 11:15 AM
September 16 - January 27 (No Class 11/25, 12/23 & 12/30)
$15 per class - $12.50 with Community Pass purchase
This gentle dance class for adults is based on breath and flow. Find the joy of movement through simple phrases, kindness to the body, and a re-awakening of the dancer within.
Dancemaking - Intermediate and Advanced (Performing Arts Program Class)
With Kat Gurley
Saturday 11:30 AM-1:30 PM
Sept 25, Oct 9 & 23, Nov 6 & 20, Dec 4 & 18, Jan 8, 22 & 29
Adults & Teens 14+
$150 - Full Session
This bi-monthly workshop will offer the more advanced dancer the fundamentals of choreography as well as the development of artistic voice. We will begin with in depth studies of the elements of space, time and energy. The workshop will involve out of class work as well as the viewing of dance videos. Throughout the year we will delve more deeply into self-expression and the development of the individual voice as well as choreographing group dances. Adult dancers are welcome to enroll in this PAP class with a full session commitment.
Hip Hop & Tap - Intergenerational
Tap Intergenerational (Performing Arts Program Class)
With Kristine Waterman
Monday 5:15-6:15 PM
September 13 - December 13 (No Class 11/22)
$144 - Full Session
This class is an introduction to the basic tap fundamentals and terminology. Students will learn coordination, rhythmic patterns, basic tap footwork and combinations both at the barre and across the floor. Adult dancers are welcome to enroll in this PAP class with a full session commitment.
Hip Hop - Intergenerational Workshop Series
With Lisa Kapchinske (a.k.a. "Ivory") & Jonathan Pinero (aka "St. Ise")
Saturdays 4:00-5:15 PM Beginner (ages 9+)
Saturdays 5:15-7:00 PM Intermediate ( ages 11+)
Oct 2 & 23, Nov 6 & 20, Dec 11
Adults Welcome!
$80 - Full Session
A unique opportunity for students to step into the world of Hip Hop! This program will offer beginners and students with prior experience an in depth study of the diverse styles and rhythms of Hip Hop, and its history and evolution. Participants will study the basics of old school hip hop dance, new wave hip hop choreography, experience the art of a dance battle and throughout, explore their individual expression of these dance forms. Emphases will be placed on developing individual ability while forming a strong and supportive group experience. Adult dancers are welcome to enroll in this PAP class with a full session commitment.
For the following classes payments are made directly to the instructor:
Yoga/Fitness/Movement
Family Yoga
With Ilana Siegal
Sunday 3:30-4:30pm
Resumes 9/12 (No Class 11/21, 11/28, 12/19, 12/26 & 1/2)
$10 for first student, $5 for each additional family member
Parents and children alike are welcome to join this yoga class for all ages and levels of experience. Bring your baby, your toddler, your child, your grandparent or any other family members. Side by side, explore stretching, strengthening, balance, and flexibility. A great way to spend time with your family! For more information, please call Ilana at (646) 734-9501
Yoga/Stretch
With Ilana Siegal
Tuesday 7:30-8:30pm
Begins 9/14 (No Class 11/23, 12/21 & 12/28)
$10 per class - For beginners and experienced yogis.
Influenced by the John Friend's "Universal Principles of Alignment", Ilana works to help her students to move towards their own "optimal blueprint" - the most effective and efficient way to use their body. This is a time to stretch, strengthen and focus the body and the mind. For more information, please call Ilana at (646) 734-9501
Yoga for Guys - A series of Yoga classes
With Michael Pulitzer
Wed/Fri/Sat 7:30 - 8:30 AM
September 8-25 -Take any six classes in this nine-class workshop!
$59 per Six-Class Session - partners welcome - pre-registration required.
In six classes, students will receive a foundational course for building strength, balance and flexibility for a continued practice. Introducing the principals of Yoga for guys, who need to start at the beginning; designed to build into a gentle and moderate practice after the 3-week period. Classes are held in the mornings before work, with a weekend Saturday morning class. Taught by, Michael Pulitzer, a certified yoga teacher in the Kripalu tradition. Contact Michael (413) 717 -1560 or email Michael@2me.com
Vinyasa Flow Yoga
Moderate/Vigorous Intensity
With Nick Atlas
Friday 5:30-6:30 PM
September 10 - October 8
Individual donations - ($10 suggested) - no one turned away!
Sweat away your work week with a high-energy Vinyasa Flow Yoga class that both honors the ancient science of enlightenment and the demands of modern day Yogis. Set to upbeat, inspiring music, free your mind, body & spirit of stress and tension through creative asana sequences to start your weekend off right.
This class is "By Donation," meaning you pay what you can. A $10 donation is suggested however, if you are in a position to donate more it will be greatly appreciated.
The Dancer Within
With Andrea Borak
Thursday 10:00 - 11:15 AM
September 16 - January 27 (No Class 11/25, 12/23 & 12/30)
$15 per class - $12.50 with Community Pass purchase
This gentle dance class for adults is based on breath and flow. Find the joy of movement through simple phrases, kindness to the body, and a re-awakening of the dancer within.
Cardio Fitness Class
With Paul Rix
Monday, Wednesday & Friday 7:30-8:30 AM thru September 3rd
No Classes on 8/16, 8/30, 9/1 & 9/6
Monday, Wednesday & Friday 8:45- 9:45 AM beginning September 8th
Ongoing - Open To All
Your first class is FREE!
$10 per class
Come take this fast-paced, intense, and fun exercise class. Focuses for the class are movement prep (active stretching), core strength and stabilization, balance, stronger butt and abs, calisthenics and strength training. Come laugh, stretch, strengthen, sweat, and jump your way to a stronger body and a healthier physique.
Boxing Class
with Paul Rix
Monday 10-11 am
Begins September 13 (No Class 11/22, 12/20 & 12/27)
Ongoing - Open To All
Your first class is FREE!
$10 per class
Boxing is a fantastic way to improve your cardiovascular health and burn any unwanted calories. There is NO SPARRING in this class, but expect a killer workout.
Zumba
With Barbara Boughton
Sunday 11:00am-12:00pm
Resumes 9/12 (No Class 11/21, 11/28, 12/19, 12/26 & 1/2)
$12 per class
A "Mostly Latin" Dance Exercise Workout! Come learn the basic steps of salsa, mambo, cha cha cha, bachata, merengue, cumbia, and reggaeton in a party-like environment for dancers and non-dancers of all ages and levels. Come discover how Latin dance moves can be used in other dances and after we learn some basic routines, improvisational dancing will be encouraged. Join the fun and keep fit!
Zumba
with Ilana Siegal
Thursday 7pm-8pm Begins 9/16 (No Class 11/25, 12/23 & 12/30)
Saturday 8:15 am - 9:15 am Begins 9/18 (No Class 11/27, 12/25 & 1/1)
$12 per class
A workout disguised as a party! Follow along for an up-beat and energetic fitness experience. Absolutely no experience necessary - plenty of fun for all. Awesome, international style rhythms and movements, to learn and enjoy. Have a blast doing something great for your body and your soul. For more information, please call Ilana at (646) 734-9501
World Music & Dance
Tribal Bellydance for Beginner's
with Angela Alberto
Saturday 6:15-7:30 PM
Begins 8/28 (No Class 9/4, 9/25, 10/2, 11/27, 12/25 & 1/1)
$10 per class - Showing of belly is optional
Saturday 6:15-7:30 PM
Begins 8/28 (No Class 9/4, 9/25, 10/2, 11/27, 12/25 & 1/1)
$10 per class - Showing of belly is optional
Invoke your inner Goddess with Bellydance! Students will learn basic postures and moves of tribal Bellydance. Energy will be raised, hearts will be lifted! Shimmy out of class with a new awareness of your body, mind and soul!
Afro-Caribbean Dance
With Kim Waterman and Joanne DelCarpine
Tuesday 6:15-7:30 PM
Ongoing (No Class 11/23, 12/21 & 12/28)
$13 per class
Explore traditional African dance in the many African-rooted dances of Haiti, Cuba and Brazil in this high-energy class. Students move through a warm up filled with yoga, isolations and rhythmic movement into a dance combination that travels across the floor. No prior experience is required for participation in this class. WITH LIVE DRUMMING AND SONG! For adults and teens, ages 14+.
Latin Dancing
With Yezid & Phillip Valdes
Friday 6:45-7:45 PM
Ongoing Classes (No Class 9/3, 11/26, 12/24 & 12/31)
$40 for 4 classes or $12 per class
NYC and Miami-style Salsa and Mambo make this the hottest sizzling class in the Berkshires. Follow and lead instruction for basic and intermediate levels. Couples and singles welcome! No prior experience necessary. Open to teens and adults.
Scottish Country Dancing
With Susan Eisley and Jean Campbell
Wednesday 7:15-9:15 PM
Ongoing (No Class 11/24, 12/22 & 12/29)
$5 per class
The 1st class is free, after which we ask a donation of $5 per class. Scottish Country Dancing is an ancestor of American contra dancing and a cousin to English country dancing. It is "set" dancing in that the dances are done in groups of dancers who interact with each other as they perform figures similar to those found in contra dancing and square dancing. Dances are done to jigs, reels, and a slower tempo called "strathspey." Everyone is welcome, although we ask that children under 12 not attend, as the group is geared towards adults. No partner is required, and no experience is needed. Participants should wear comfortable clothes to exercise in and soft-soled shoes such as unblocked ballet slippers or tennis shoes.
Cost: The 1st class is free, after which we ask a donation of $5 per class. There are times when we do not have enough people available to hold class, so it is wise to call the information number below before attending to make sure the class is meeting. FOR MORE INFORMATION Call Jean at Call 518-672-4243 or Susan at 413-448-8621
Dance To Love
with Nick Atlas (Resident DJ & Facilitator)
Friday 6:45-8:15 PM
September 10 - October 8
$7-$20+ (sliding scale)
Dance To Love -- the first and only ecstatic dance party in the Berkshires (finally)! Join us for an intergenerational, multisensory, sacred dance experience to cleanse your physical, emotional and luminous bodies. The music is the medicine, and play lists are carefully assembled from a diverse selection of global sounds incorporating electronic, world beat, funk, soul, hip-hop, jazz, pop, classical and anything else possessing a healing quality. Weekly sessions will feature guest DJs and live percussion (so musicians are encouraged to bring your instruments!). Come explore high-energy vibrational alchemy, non-verbal communication and blissful interconnectedness. Discover the unique language of your Soul, access Universal Love and let the sweat set you free! For more info, visit www.nickatlas.com
Swing Basics
With Paul and Nadia Rix
Thursdays 6:00-6:30 PM thru 8/12
Classes Resume 9/9-10/14
Ongoing six-week program (No Class 11/25, 12/23 & 12/30)
$5 per class - This is a drop-in class - no partner or experience required.
Beginner Swing Dancing
With Paul and Nadia Rix
Thursday 6:30-7:30 PMthru 8/12
New Six-Week Session 9/9-10/14
Ongoing six-week sessions (No Class 11/25, 12/23 & 12/30)
Each session requires reservation.
$10 per class
Come learn the basics of East Coast Swing and Lindy Hop. This class is open to all. No experience or partner required.
Call Paul 413.274.4380 to reserve your spot.
Intermediate Swing Dance- Progressive
With Paul and Nadia Rix
Thursday 7:30-8:30 PM thru8/12
New Six-Week Session 9/9-10/14
Ongoing six-week sessions (No Class 11/25, 12/23 & 12/30)
Each session requires reservation.
$10 per class
This class goes in-depth into the subtleties of Swing Dance, including swing out variations, different stylings, and more advanced turns. Instructor approval required, but no partner necessary.
Call Paul 413.274.4380 to reserve your spot.
Ballroom Dancing for Beginner's
with Bianca Litano
Sunday 5-6 PM
Four-week program 10/3 - 10/24
$10 per class
September 26th - 4:45-5:45 PM - FREE INTRODUCTORY CLASS!!!
This class introduces dancers to the basic steps and form of the traditional ballroom and latin dances. Dances taught may vary based upon the interests of the class but could include waltz, foxtrot, samba, and salsa. No partner or prior experience necessary.
Gotta Dance - Come and dance your way through the fall!!
With Kristine Waterman
Monday 6pm-7pm
No Class on 9/6
Monday 7pm - 8pm beginning 9/13 (No Class 11/22, 12/20 & 12/27)
$12 per class
A total dance workout that incorporates choreography from popular music videos, Broadway shows and musical films. September and October classes will feature time spent on the MJ THRILLER choreography for the October 23rd dance event, THRILLER. - see information below for details...
THRILL THE WORLD, THE BERKSHIRES!
Thrill the World is friends, families, local community members joining together with thousands of other people around the globe to break the world record for the largest simultaneous dance, to Michael Jackson's Thriller.
Join us on October 23rd, 7pm for THRILL THE WORLD, THE BERKSHIRES! We will gather and dance outside in front of Berkshire Pulse for this exciting event!! Everyone who participates in THRILL THE WORLD must know the dance.
There are two ways to learn it. One is to come to GOTTA DANCE classes on Monday nights (see description above). Classes are $13/class, and will feature the THRILLER choreography as part of the class.
The other way is to attend the two workshops, that will teach the dance in completion, offered in October: Saturdays October 9 and 16 from 2-4pm. There will be an adult workshop (ages 12+) and a children's workshop (under 12) at the same time, both weekends.
There will be a dance review on the day of the event, October 23rd, at 5:00pm.