• Join us for this Friday's feel-good modern dance class with Dance Foundation teaching artist Shellie Chambers. Dancers of all experience levels welcome! . 11:30-12:30 / $15 at the door. . #tdfadultdance
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    Join us for this Friday's feel-good modern dance class with Dance Foundation teaching artist Shellie Chambers. Dancers of all experience levels welcome! . 11:30-12:30 / $15 at the door. . #tdfadultdance
  • Did you know that the right brain is responsible for empathy, intuition, imagination and creativity?...and that the right brain develops first? “It is where we wonder, dream, connect and come alive. Through the right brain we dwell in the space of no-time, in being absolutely present. While the left brain is more interested in outcomes or product, the right brain cares much more about process—the journey is what matters, not the destination.” . “Understanding this we can better appreciate why play is so important in child learning and development, and why we need to be extra careful with the amount and timing of academic agendas created for children; with how much we emphasize product—what kids have accomplished at school—versus process—who they are becoming and what they feel in their explorations.” . Movement-to-Music is our unique curriculum that offers an imaginative environment to explore dance concepts appropriate for each developmental stage, which is why classes are separate for each age group - 2, 2 ½, 3 and 4. Live piano accompaniment is an important aspect of these classes – to create an atmosphere of spontaneity, encourage the imagination, develop the dancers musicality, and so that the teacher can focus on the class rather than searching through a playlist. Parents can enjoy watching the class from our observation areas that feature two-way glass. . Source: vincegowman.com . #musicmovement #dancetogrow #rightbraindevelopment
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    Did you know that the right brain is responsible for empathy, intuition, imagination and creativity?...and that the right brain develops first? “It is where we wonder, dream, connect and come alive. Through the right brain we dwell in the space of no-time, in being absolutely present. While the left brain is more interested in outcomes or product, the right brain cares much more about process—the journey is what matters, not the destination.” . “Understanding this we can better appreciate why play is so important in child learning and development, and why we need to be extra careful with the amount and timing of academic agendas created for children; with how much we emphasize product—what kids have accomplished at school—versus process—who they are becoming and what they feel in their explorations.” . Movement-to-Music is our unique curriculum that offers an imaginative environment to explore dance concepts appropriate for each developmental stage, which is why classes are separate for each age group - 2, 2 ½, 3 and 4. Live piano accompaniment is an important aspect of these classes – to create an atmosphere of spontaneity, encourage the imagination, develop the dancers musicality, and so that the teacher can focus on the class rather than searching through a playlist. Parents can enjoy watching the class from our observation areas that feature two-way glass. . Source: vincegowman.com . #musicmovement #dancetogrow #rightbraindevelopment
  • Join us for this Friday’s adult class with Rachael Inman - Conditioning Ballet. This one hour class set to nontraditional, upbeat music will move slowly, warming up the body to find deep release. We will work on both strength and flexibility with freedom built into combinations to allow for personal modifications. Come revisit the ballet barre and simple floor work with us. . Friday, 11:30-12:30 $15 at the door. . #tdfadultdance #movingintotheweekend
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    Join us for this Friday’s adult class with Rachael Inman - Conditioning Ballet. This one hour class set to nontraditional, upbeat music will move slowly, warming up the body to find deep release. We will work on both strength and flexibility with freedom built into combinations to allow for personal modifications. Come revisit the ballet barre and simple floor work with us. . Friday, 11:30-12:30 $15 at the door. . #tdfadultdance #movingintotheweekend
  • You asked for it! So, we’re bringing you Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) for this Friday’s adult class. . PBT improves dancers’ alignment and stability and enhances each dancer’s foundation so that they can maximize their training as not only a ballet dancer but a strong artist. Founded by teacher of 40 years, Marie Walton-Mahon of Sydney, Australia, this innovative program helps dancers to understand the depth of training muscle memory in achieving their personal best in class. TDF Teaching Artist Ariana Pellegra, certified PBT instructor, will lead this class. . Friday, 11:30am-12:30pm . Open to dancers ages 16 and up, of all experience levels. $15/drop-in basis . #tdfadultdance #progressingballettechnique #pbt
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    You asked for it! So, we’re bringing you Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) for this Friday’s adult class. . PBT improves dancers’ alignment and stability and enhances each dancer’s foundation so that they can maximize their training as not only a ballet dancer but a strong artist. Founded by teacher of 40 years, Marie Walton-Mahon of Sydney, Australia, this innovative program helps dancers to understand the depth of training muscle memory in achieving their personal best in class. TDF Teaching Artist Ariana Pellegra, certified PBT instructor, will lead this class. . Friday, 11:30am-12:30pm . Open to dancers ages 16 and up, of all experience levels. $15/drop-in basis . #tdfadultdance #progressingballettechnique #pbt
  • It is such a joy to dance with the children at The Bell Center each week, and we are grateful for their partnership of 16 years! . #communitypartnership #tdfcommunitypartner #thebellcenterforearlyintervention @thebellcenter #dancetogrow #givetowhatmovesyou
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    It is such a joy to dance with the children at The Bell Center each week, and we are grateful for their partnership of 16 years! . #communitypartnership #tdfcommunitypartner #thebellcenterforearlyintervention @thebellcenter #dancetogrow #givetowhatmovesyou
  • This is the LAST week of our costume sale! All remaining costumes are $4, or 3 for $10. 😮 . Need dancewear? Fill a bag with used or new dancewear for only $10! You can stuff a lot of leotards in a brown paper shopping bag! 😉 . Help us clear out this room! All for a great cause - tuition assistance for students in need. Thank you! . #bargaincostumecloset #supportthedancefoundation #givetowhatmovesyou
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    This is the LAST week of our costume sale! All remaining costumes are $4, or 3 for $10. 😮 . Need dancewear? Fill a bag with used or new dancewear for only $10! You can stuff a lot of leotards in a brown paper shopping bag! 😉 . Help us clear out this room! All for a great cause - tuition assistance for students in need. Thank you! . #bargaincostumecloset #supportthedancefoundation #givetowhatmovesyou
  • Dance Foundation Artistic Director Rachael Inman will lead us in exploring shapes and tension in this Friday’s contemporary modern dance class. Join us 11:30-12:30. Dancers ages 16 and up of all experience levels welcome. . #tdfadultdance #moderndance #contemporarymoderndance #alwinnikolaisdancecompany
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    Dance Foundation Artistic Director Rachael Inman will lead us in exploring shapes and tension in this Friday’s contemporary modern dance class. Join us 11:30-12:30. Dancers ages 16 and up of all experience levels welcome. . #tdfadultdance #moderndance #contemporarymoderndance #alwinnikolaisdancecompany
  • The Traumatic Brain Injury Care Coordinator at Children’s Rehabilitation Service recently shared, “I discovered your studio about the time that you developed the first movement to music class for children with special needs. I had two patients who participated, and watching them in class made me an instant fan of your program. To see how much your agency has grown to provide this level of community service is such a testimony to vision and creativity. We are so blessed to see you continue to grow. Thank you for making the joy of music and movement accessible to all.” . Our Movement to Music curriculum was developed in the 1970’s by Jennie Robertson and the early Children’s Dance Foundation dancers and musicians to include preschool children and children with special needs, including sight and hearing impairments. The curriculum growth was closely tied to the burgeoning insight into child development and the fresh approach to more holistic education for young children. Movement to Music was being created to serve everyone, and in the very beginning that included Alabama Institute for the Deaf and Blind. Jennie and her team traveled there to gain a better understanding of how to teach students with sight and hearing impairments. Live music was such an essential part of that exploration. Students with hearing deficiencies could place their hands on a piano or an instrument -- or have bare feet on a floor, feel the vibrations, and dance! The teachers and musicians were very creative to ensure that everyone would participate and benefit. . Forty+ years later, we now partner with thirteen sites, including The Bell Center, United Ability and a handful of pre-K programs, to provide movement and live music to students with special needs. Additionally, we have two studio classes especially for children with Down Syndrome and/or Autism. . #artsinedweek #artsineducation #dancetogrow #tdfmovementtomusic
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    The Traumatic Brain Injury Care Coordinator at Children’s Rehabilitation Service recently shared, “I discovered your studio about the time that you developed the first movement to music class for children with special needs. I had two patients who participated, and watching them in class made me an instant fan of your program. To see how much your agency has grown to provide this level of community service is such a testimony to vision and creativity. We are so blessed to see you continue to grow. Thank you for making the joy of music and movement accessible to all.” . Our Movement to Music curriculum was developed in the 1970’s by Jennie Robertson and the early Children’s Dance Foundation dancers and musicians to include preschool children and children with special needs, including sight and hearing impairments. The curriculum growth was closely tied to the burgeoning insight into child development and the fresh approach to more holistic education for young children. Movement to Music was being created to serve everyone, and in the very beginning that included Alabama Institute for the Deaf and Blind. Jennie and her team traveled there to gain a better understanding of how to teach students with sight and hearing impairments. Live music was such an essential part of that exploration. Students with hearing deficiencies could place their hands on a piano or an instrument -- or have bare feet on a floor, feel the vibrations, and dance! The teachers and musicians were very creative to ensure that everyone would participate and benefit. . Forty+ years later, we now partner with thirteen sites, including The Bell Center, United Ability and a handful of pre-K programs, to provide movement and live music to students with special needs. Additionally, we have two studio classes especially for children with Down Syndrome and/or Autism. . #artsinedweek #artsineducation #dancetogrow #tdfmovementtomusic
  • Sara Wallace is bringing us a class that is electric⚡️Dance with us this Friday, 11:30-12:30. #adultcontemporarydance #tdfadultdance
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    Sara Wallace is bringing us a class that is electric⚡️Dance with us this Friday, 11:30-12:30. #adultcontemporarydance #tdfadultdance
  • #artsinedweek #artsineducationweek #burkettcenter #dancetogrow #tdfcommunitypartner . “I am so thankful for Burkett Center's partnership with The Dance Foundation. The Dance Foundation provided our students the ability to experience the world around them in a whole new and meaningful way. Our students were provided access to music and dance in an appropriate and functional way that will truly benefit them in every aspect of their continued growth and development.” – Burkett Center Teacher
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    #artsinedweek #artsineducationweek #burkettcenter #dancetogrow #tdfcommunitypartner . “I am so thankful for Burkett Center's partnership with The Dance Foundation. The Dance Foundation provided our students the ability to experience the world around them in a whole new and meaningful way. Our students were provided access to music and dance in an appropriate and functional way that will truly benefit them in every aspect of their continued growth and development.” – Burkett Center Teacher
  • #becauseofartsed #artsedweek #tdfcommunitypartner The ESL teacher also shared “The program helped them identify parts of speech, for example, and helped the kindergartners with social skills as well as academics. In addition, the dance, music, and motion are a more fun, relaxed way to learn and help the students to feel that they are in a safe environment to try new things.” . TDF’s program Dancing With Words uses dance to build language skills and is supported, in part, by the Alabama State Council on the Arts and National Endowment for the Arts. . The Dance Foundation is a non-profit organization supported by generous corporations, foundations and individuals that provides dance education to 2,000 students each week through a Studio Program and Community Partnership Program. Their studios are also home to dozens of artists and arts organizations for classes, workshops, rehearsals and performances. The Dance Foundation has been a gathering place for learning with and through dance for more than 40 years.
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    #becauseofartsed #artsedweek #tdfcommunitypartner The ESL teacher also shared “The program helped them identify parts of speech, for example, and helped the kindergartners with social skills as well as academics. In addition, the dance, music, and motion are a more fun, relaxed way to learn and help the students to feel that they are in a safe environment to try new things.” . TDF’s program Dancing With Words uses dance to build language skills and is supported, in part, by the Alabama State Council on the Arts and National Endowment for the Arts. . The Dance Foundation is a non-profit organization supported by generous corporations, foundations and individuals that provides dance education to 2,000 students each week through a Studio Program and Community Partnership Program. Their studios are also home to dozens of artists and arts organizations for classes, workshops, rehearsals and performances. The Dance Foundation has been a gathering place for learning with and through dance for more than 40 years.
  • We are eager to start welcoming shoppers in for our biggest sale yet! We’ve got #brandnew pointe shoes, ballet, character, ballroom, tap, and lyrical shoes 🤯 New leotards, warmups, skirts, tutus, and workout attire for both adults and children. Gently used Halloween costumes, recital wear, and accessories to style from head to toe! Everything must go and at low LOW prices. So whether your shopping for yourself, a dancer in need, your little dancers or daydreamers, there’s something for EVERYONE! Proceeds fund our Community Partnership + Tuition Assistance Programs. (To read more on these, head over to our website.) So GIVE THE GIFT OF DANCE by shopping today from 2-4pm at The Dance Foundation! . . . . #whatshappeningbham #bham #bhamnow #magiccitybham #dancersofbham #birmingham #birminghamalabama #birminghamal #bhamgram #instagrambham #thisisbham #bhamal #bhambusiness #bhamartist #bhaminstagram #bhamlif
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    We are eager to start welcoming shoppers in for our biggest sale yet! We’ve got #brandnew pointe shoes, ballet, character, ballroom, tap, and lyrical shoes 🤯 New leotards, warmups, skirts, tutus, and workout attire for both adults and children. Gently used Halloween costumes, recital wear, and accessories to style from head to toe! Everything must go and at low LOW prices. So whether your shopping for yourself, a dancer in need, your little dancers or daydreamers, there’s something for EVERYONE! Proceeds fund our Community Partnership + Tuition Assistance Programs. (To read more on these, head over to our website.) So GIVE THE GIFT OF DANCE by shopping today from 2-4pm at The Dance Foundation! . . . . #whatshappeningbham #bham #bhamnow #magiccitybham #dancersofbham #birmingham #birminghamalabama #birminghamal #bhamgram #instagrambham #thisisbham #bhamal #bhambusiness #bhamartist #bhaminstagram #bhamlif