Crescent Arts Centre September 2017 Programme sept17CAConline | Page 15

Helen Hall Helen Hall Chee Shong Soon Kim Mackenzie - Seventh Heaven Laban Dance for Life Ballet Booty Brazilian Flavour Dance Fitness Second Chance Adult Ballet Chakra Meditation Fulfill your balletic potential by participating with others in exploring how music, rhythm and movement can develop your confidence, strength and coordination. Experience the art and techniques of ballet at a level that suits you, whether you are a new or returning dancer. Meditation is a simple practice that can nurture a more positive, healthier and energised self. Using breathing, grounding and various meditation techniques, this course from Seventh Heaven teaches self-awareness and the idea that when seeking answers, they lie within. Working on chakras of the body, this course will reveal anything that is no longer beneficial, with an outcome of learning to ‘release and let go’. Other benefits can include deep relaxation; peaceful sleep; lower blood pressure; reduced stress, anxiety, pain and depression; and boosted immune system and energy levels. This class will introduce you to the principles and skills of Rudolph Laban Dance. Throughout the term you will learn the awareness of how to use dance to enhance your overall health and well-being as well as giving participants the opportunity to work creatively and develop short dance works. This dance form is accessible to everyone and beginners are welcome. Thursdays 6:30-7:30pm (16+ yrs) This course uses basic ballet technique to sculpt and tone the body. You will work hard and feel a sense of achievement after each class. Upbeat music is used as a soundtrack to keep you motivated. All you need to bring to class is water and you may wish to bring an exercise mat for floor exercises. No previous ballet experience is required but be prepared to sweat your way to a firmer and more flexible body! 12 weeks: 14 Sept to 7 Dec Thursdays 7:00-8:00pm (16+ yrs) £96 | £90 12 weeks: 14 Sept to 7 Dec Book with Crescent: 8 6 8 This course is a fast paced, but fun workout, with a focus on cardio fitness. The tutor uses movements inspired by the Brazilian dance styles of Maracatu, Samba Reggae, Samba and Funk, blended with her own style of dance. Come and join is for a fun way to get fit. Bring water and wear conformable trainers. Thursdays 8:00-9:00pm (16+ yrs) Fridays 6:00-7:30pm Beginners / Improvers OR 7:30-9:00pm Experienced (18+ yrs) 12 weeks: 14 Sept to 7 Dec 12 weeks: 15 Sept to 8 Dec £96 | £90 £8 per class £96 | £90 Book with Crescent: 1 4 8 Book with Tutor: See below Book with Crescent: 2 6 2 [email protected] Fridays 7:00-8:00pm (18+ yrs) 8 weeks: 8 Sept to 27 Oct £65 Book with Tutor: See below 07833 477900 [email protected] www.seventh-heaven.org Book online at www.crescentarts.org Jenny Elliott