Portland Parks & Recreation Dance Classes for Teens & Adults Have you added a Dynamic Dishman Dance Class to your Fitness Routine?
411534 Tu 411535 Tu
7:30-9pm 7:30-9pm
Classes: 4 Classes: 8
9/3-9/24 $24 10/1-11/19 $48
Dance - Hip Hop Not Just For Kids! age: 14 & up Discover funk dancing! Check out an aerobic activity that helps build endurance, strength & balance while offering a beat that keeps you bouncing. The syncopation alone is worth it! No class 11/11. 411537 M
7:45-8:45pm
Classes: 10 10/7-12/16 $60
Modern Dance & Jazz Combo NEW! age: 14 & up It’s an understatement to say that Modern & Jazz dance is a mix of all the dances - it’s every type of movement, tempo and feeling you can imagine. Therefore it is an absolutely excellent way to get a great workout to a huge mix of music and also try out lot of different styles of dancing that you may never otherwise attempt. There’s something for everyone -old & young, dancers & non-dancers alike. It’s one of the best exercises around & also great for those less able-bodied or recovering from injury with limited movement. 411538 W
7:30-8:30pm
Classes: 8
10/9-11/27 $48
Meet The Instructors! Derrell Sekou Soumah Walker is strong presence in the
West African Drum and Dance community. He is the perfect blend of drum and dance; Western and West African. Sekou performs and teaches dance all over the United States internationally . His African Dance class at Matt Dishman is a long standing favorite & a must to add to your Tuesday night schedule!
Kelly Ann Koltiska teaches dance and gymnastics classes to
students ages one-adult at East Portland, Montavilla, and now here at Dishman Community Center. She also performs with various groups here in Portland, including Blue Sky Ensemble. Kelly holds a B.F.A in dance from The University of Montana. Her training includes modern, improvisation, ballet, jazz, gymnastics, yoga, and tap. Kelly’s teaching style focuses on individuality (after all, everybody is made differently), and joy in movement, while gaining body awareness. One of her goals is to help tap into the natural flow in our bodies.
Bayley Johnson has had a
“I totally enjoy taking Dj's Hip-Hop class Monday nights at Matt Dishman Community Center. I know that I am always going to leave her class feeling like I've improved as a dancer and that I've worked every muscle in my body. Her class has got to be the best Hip-Hop class I've ever taken.” - Amber Starks,
passion for dance since she was 3 years old At the University of Montana, she was introduced to improvisation, modern, & ethnic dance. She teaches ballet and gymnastics at Peninsula Park, Southwest, & now here at Matt Dishman Community Center. Co-teaching the NEW jazz dance class are Bayley Johnson & Kelly Ann Koltiska. We’re happy to have Bayley join our adult dance program here at Matt Dishman!
DJ Rayley “Teach it so they can do it. Break it down. Verbalize it. Demonstrate it, and by all means- never stop encouraging....” - DJ Rayley, philosophy
Conscious Coils, Founder/Owner
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Dance - Rhythms Of Africa age: 14 & up Just as the heart beats the pulse of life, the mind & body respond to music! The drums provide the beat you express the emotions. Discover a cultural heritage while increasing coordination, balance, strength & physical fitness.