It's the first day of class! We're finally back to indoor dancing--and we are beyond excited. We know some students might be a little anxious about returning after a long period away, so we want to assure our community that we will transition back with intention and care, spending the first few classes reviewing steps and getting to know each other. And please don't worry if you don't have shoes yet or the perfect dance wear--just show up and let's get back to moving as a community!
CLASS & COVID SAFETY REMINDERS
Enrolled students should have received information about drop off and pick up procedures. Didn't get them? Email Leila.
Due to Covid safety, dancers will only be admitted to the studio during their scheduled class time, so please come already dressed whenever possible.
Please be on time for pick up--that will allow us to limit the number of people inside the studio and help the students who dance after you (we plan to have one class dismissed before admitting the next).
Don't forget your masks! Please pack extra just in case.
Wear layers--we'll have the windows open to keep air circulating!
MOVEMENT OF THE MONTH: REVERENCE
This month as we return to in-person instruction, we wanted to highlight an aspect of dance that symbolizes connection and celebration. We chose reverence, which is the formal name for the bow or curtsey (or ports de bra) that concludes a ballet class, often while students form a closing circle. Similar to the practice of saying "namaste" at the end of a yoga class, this bow shows respect and connection between teachers and students as well as classmates with each other--plus it's often a feel-good way to wrap things up. Read more about this practice in the context of ballet and other dance forms.
DANCE IN THE NEWS: AILEY RELEASED!
Ailey, the documentary capturing the work and impact of legendary choreographer, dancer, and activist Alvin Ailey, opened last month. View the preview or read more about the release.
QUICK TIP: CHANGE THAT MASK!
Mask feeling like a lot? Swapping a sweaty one for a clean one in the middle of class is completely ok and may help dancers feel more comfortable.