This Introduction to Contemporary class is suitable for complete beginners, and those with a little experience but wanting to refine their skills. The class will look at the basic elements and fundamental steps of contemporary dance. Whilst giving you a great work out, the class will help you gain an understanding of the technique behind the movements, improve body awareness, co-ordination, and musicality. A great way to gain some prior knowledge to help you feed into the beginners level contemporary class.

 

You don’t have to attend every week – feel free to drop into a single session and Charlotte can adapt to your level. Dancers with more experience also welcome to join, and appropriate layers can be given to exercises to adapt difficulty.

This class is taking part in our Dance 4 Ukraine Fundraiser Week. W.C 9th May 50% of class proceeds will be donated to the Leeds for Ukraine Appeal. Look for classes on the timetable with this symbol to find out which are taking part (D4U 🇺🇦)

Additional Info Dates: Tuesday Age Group: Adults (min. age 16 years) Level: Beginners What to bring: Comfortable clothing and bare feet. Do I need to book? Yes, must book in advance
Tutor Bio Originally from Suffolk, Charlotte began her dancing journey with ballet, tap, modern and national dancing before training at the Northern School of Contemporary Dance where she graduated with both a bachelors and masters degree in contemporary dance. After working with Black Box Dance Company in Denmark as a company dancer she returned to Leeds in 2019 to work as freelance dance artist and to work as a receptionist and administrator at The Dance Studio Leeds.