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June 2012
My 12 year old would like to take dance, and has been taking at Katie's Dance Studio,
in El Cerrito. She likes it, but the class is only offered one day a week. She would
like to attend a dance studio or take classes several times a week, not just once (that
is, something like three jazz dance classes per week). She is a beginner.
We live in El Cerrito, and ideally, I do not want to drive far.
Thanks!
El Cerrito mom
My daughter thoroughly enjoyed dancing at Cerrito Dance Arts in El Cerrito
from 7 years old through high school. There is a variety of dance styles
and classes offered: Jazz, Tap and Ballet. Maryse Young has run the program
for many years. Address is 1534 Kearny St. El Cerrito. The following info
comes from their web posting: CERRITO DANCE ARTS CENTER
cerritodancearts.com
Please call us with any questions at: 510.527.9255 (office). 510.234.2780
(studio ). or email us at: dance@cerritodancearts.com. or stop on by for a
drop in class!
wen
If your daughter likes Katie's, I'd recommend taking more classes there.
The prices are very competitive, and the price goes down the more classes
you take. I'd call Katie and get some recommendations on additional
classes to try out; find a couple more classes (either jazz, hip hop, or
whatever she wants to try), so she can have multiple teachers, and be there
more days.
A happy Katie's mom
Jan 2012
This is kind of a silly question, halfway in between ''reommendations''
and ''advice.'' How does a not-
naturally-great-dancer pre-teen kid learn how to dance in a
not-ridiculous-looking way to Top 40 dance music? I see my child's
friends moving to this music in ways that look pretty cool, but have no
idea how they're learning to do that. Is there a modern equivalent of
the 1970s' ''Soul Train,'' videos that can be rented, etc.? I wouldn't
mind knowing how not to look like an idiot on the dance floor myself!
Anonymous
They learn from videos on youtube or interactive game
systems such as wii or xbox. The latter are actually fun for
adults too. They're easier to learn from (moves are repeated
and you can choose level of difficulty) and you can see
yourself on the tv screen to see how you actually look. It's
also a great workout. Ask among your friends to see who has
one of the consoles with a dance game, see if you (or your
child) can try it out. You can also rent consoles (just
Google it) or buy them used (Craigslist is a great place for
wii). New Dancer
I'd say use a Wii and get one of the Just Dance (1-3) programs. You
and your kid can learn a lot of steps to popular songs. Good exercise
for you, too!
soul trainer
I think this is a great question. I would recommend any of
the dance games, i.e, Wii Just Dance, Michael Jackson the
Experience.
The songs are fairly current and you will get some dance moves that
don't look completely ridiculous. On the
goofiest side kids can do a whole dance routine when the
song comes on at school dance and it's lots of fun.
Also Youtube videos. That's where I taught myself how to do
the Dougie. They have tutorials! Totally wish I had that
when I was in middle school. Also, I love Michelle Obama
and Beyonce Let's Move: http://youtu.be/mYP4MgxDV2U
Awesome! Lots of great moves and lots of fun. dancing mama
Feb 2011
I am looking for a beginning dance class for a 12 year old boy. He
has a fair amount of experience performing in musicals, but would
really benefit from a bit of dance training. He isn't the most
coordinated guy and I don't want to put him into a situation where
he'd feel awkward or uncomfortable, I just want him to learn more
about how to dance.
anon
Call Katie at Katie's Dance Studio in El Cerrito. There are
boys in many of their classes, and I know there is at least
one ''boys only'' class. They teach tap/jazz, hip hop,
ballet, acrobatics, etc. Katie is the owner--925-229-2695.
heidilee
Luna Kids Dance might be a good fit for your son:
http://lunadanceinstitute.org/current-schedule/
March 2009
I'm looking for a dance instructor for the 10 teenagers in the
court for my daughter's upcoming quinceanera. We need someone to
get together with the kids for a few times to teach them a
choreographed dance of the waltz and/or alternative dance.
ak
Laurie Ann Lepoff of Social Dance for Shy People & Klutzes is a
wonderful dance teacher with 29 years experience. She's based in
Oakland and teaches a lot of different dances including waltz.
She's creative, non-judgmental, fun and good with young people. Her
website is www.stepsontoes.com. You can also call her at
510-444-4621.
enjoy the party
June 2007
Looking for summer dance classes for 15 year old girl with
several years of dance experience mostly in enthnic dances of
middle east. She is interested in exploring other dance forms
(Ballet, Hip Hop, Jazz, etc.) Any recommendations is greatly
appreciated.
Cerrito Dance Art on Kearney at Potrero is a great little studio. Maryse Young teaches
tap (for adults as well as kids) as well as jazz and ballet, her college age son will be
teaching a tap/jazz class this summer, and her mother teaches a class in Hawaiian dance
for adults. They're all excellent dancers and great teachers. I highly recommend it.
got my tap shoes
Jan 2007
My daughter stopped competitive ice-skating and wants to start dancing, she likes
modern dance especially, but is interested in all kind of dancing. Does anybody
recommend a good dance institute in Berkeley? Thank you!
anon
My daughter took dance at Destiny Arts when she was younger and really liked it.
They have hip hop, modern and african dance, and martial arts. Here is their website
and phone number. http://www.destinyarts.org. (510) 597-1619.
Nadja
Aug 2002
Can any recommend a place for a 16 1/2 year old to do ballet or jazz dance?
She has very little experience and is currently more than a bit out of shape
( actually she is heavy) but a long time ago used to do some ballet and
has a real gift for movement ( modern would be probably the best for her,
given that she is not long legged , but she says she prefers ballet or
jazz). Thanks for any suggestions.
Suzanne
Recommended:
Danspace
Destiny Arts Center
Shawl-Anderson Dance Studio
Recommendations from 2000
My daughters have been taking a class in swing, salsa,walze, etc for months
now at Julia Morgan on College Ave. It is a fun class with a great
instructor. The population has been up and down, and right now it is down.
We could use some students in the class. The class for teenagers meets at
7:00 PM Friday. Adults meet at 8:00 PM. The class is $5 for the kids. I
don't know how much he charges for the adults.
Go down the walkway on the south side of the building. Up the brick steps.
It is the studio on your left. Try it out!
Sunsol (Jan 2000)
A senior girl recommends swing dancing classes in response to the
"Advice Needed" mom who is interested for some social dancing classes
for her son. Visit http://www.zootsuitswank.com. There's a live band
every Sunday night at Live Oak Park Rec Center, 6:30 for the class,
dance begins at 7:30. $9 includes the lesson ($6 after 7:30). All ages
welcome, but late teens through 20's predominate.
Michael (April 2000)
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