CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS

SUMMER
CLASS SERIES

Countertechnique with Arianna
SUNDAYS 5-6:30PM

GAIL TOWBES CENTER FOR DANCE | 2285 Las Positas Rd, Santa Barbara, CA

Teen/Adult Acrobatics with Meredith
TUESDAYS 6:30-7:30PM

CSD School of Performing Arts | 4915 9th St, Carpinteria, CA

All Levels Contemporary with Meredith
WEDNESDAYS 7:30-8:30 PM

Gail Towbes Center for Dance | 2285 Las Positas Rd, Santa Barbara, CA

Open Level/Intermediate Ballet with Arianna
FRIDAYS 5:45-7:15PM

Gail Towbes Center for Dance | 2285 Las Positas Rd, Santa Barbara, CA

Class Descriptions

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    COUNTERTECHNIQUE
    WITH ARIANNA

    The Countertechnique® class is a contemporary dance technique class. It stretches, coordinates and strengthens the body, making the dancer sweat, build stamina and really move. The class starts with a recurring set of exercises, allowing dancers to investigate the Countertechnique® principles in detail. The second half of the class consists of changing components, working towards luscious movement combinations and occasionally jumping at the end. The Countertechnique® class results in dancers using less energy, losing their fear of taking risks and gaining speed in changing direction.

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    TEEN/ADULT ACRO
    WITH MEREDITH

    t’s all about the skills, baby! Whether you're a beginner eager to learn the basics or an experienced dancer looking to refine your technique, this class offers a comprehensive approach to the Acrobatic Arts syllabus. Dancers will progress at their own pace in a supportive, energetic environment, working on skills from foundational movements to advanced tricks. Perfect for those looking to enhance their acro skills, improve fitness, or learn something new! Waiver is required for this class and the class will be capped at 15 students.

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    CONTEMPORARY/ CHOREOLAB
    WITH MEREDITH

    In this class, technical basics are intentwined with exercises designed to enhance freedom, quality, and breadth through movement. All contemporary classes begin with a “technical” warm-up grounded in modern and contemporary dance and move into choreographic phrasework.

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    OPEN LEVEL/ INTERMEDIATE BALLET
    WITH ARIANNA

    This is an open level and accessible ballet class that prioritizes function and freedom of movement over traditional ballet aesthetics. Come to enjoy ballet and improve strength and flexibility!

✺ Frequently asked questions ✺

  • It really means all! When we use this language to describe a class, it means that is meant for any skill level or ability. Generally, our contemporary classes are called "all levels" because they are suitable for the absolute beginner but still offer something for the seasoned dancer. These classes are also easily modifiable and will contain different "options" within the phrasework that allow dancers to choose their own adventure.

  • Any class labeled with "donation based" are our sliding scale classes that are part of our efforts to provide classes to our community at an affordable rate. Any donations made towards these classes go directly to our Selah Dance Collective General Fund which helps to offset the cost of our community events and productions.

  • We're sorry about that! Our method and kinds of classes are not for everyone. We don't do refunds (especially for donation-based classes) but we are happy to suggest other classes or studios that might be a better fit for what you want!

  • Here's some of our favorite community partners and friends!

    - Evoke Motion Society
    - Synrgy Dance Collective
    - The Dance Networks
    - The Dance Hub SB
    - State Street Ballet Academy
    - CSD School of Performing Arts

  • Currently, we are only offering our Wednesday all levels class throughout the year. There are great adult classes through our above community partners!