THE SCHOOL: CLASSES, PROGRAMS & FACULTY

As we continue to navigate the Covid-19 pandemic, the safety of our students, families, teaching artists, accompanists and staff is our top priority. For this school year we have designed a hybrid schedule that incorporates in-person and virtual classes, with the ability to pivot to a fully virtual schedule if needed. Safety Protocols will be put in place at TU Dance Center including daily temperature checks and health assessments, mandatory use of masks for all, hand washing/sanitizing before and after class, smaller class sizes, social distancing, space between each class for cleaning and disinfecting, navigation plan throughout TUDC and more. We are eager and excited to get back into the studio and yet we also balance this excitement with great care and concern for the health and safety of each member of our community. Together we will get through this!

17-Week Pre-Professional Program | Spring 2021: February 8 – June 19

The TU Dance Pre-Professional Program is an intensive course of study integrating modern, ballet, African dance, and repertory work for students up to age 23. Click here to download the 2021 Spring Pre-Professional Daily Schedules. All classes in the Pre-Professional Program are offered in a hybrid format unless otherwise noted.

To register, please complete the five-step registration process. 1) Please find the online pre-registration below under the specific level you are interested in and select a payment option, 2) Make a tuition payment (in full or by selecting a payment plan), 3) If requesting a payment plan please submit the 2021 Spring TUDC Payment Plan Form, 4) click here to submit the Pre-Professional Online registration form, and 5) submit the COVID-19 Preparedness Plan for TU Dance rev. 041521.

Please read the TUDC Tuition Policy.

For level placement for new students (for ages 11-23), please email a video with a 1 minute modern/improvisation phrase and 1 minute ballet phrase to education@tudance.org. Please provide the student name, desired level to enroll and a brief description of dance training if any.

If you have any questions please contact us at education@tudance.org or ‪(651) 724-9708.

The School at TU Dance Center Portal (password protected):
https://www.tudance.org/portal/

Level 1

An entry level for students typically aged 11 and above who wish to experience a more focused training in TU Dance Center’s pre-professional dance program. Students train in ballet, modern, and are introduced to African dance.
7.5 hours/week: Monday 5:00-7:45pm, Tuesday 5:00-6:30pm,
Thursday 6:00-7:00pm OR 7:00-8:00pm, Saturday 2:30-5:00pm

View Pre-Professional Level 1 weekly schedule

Tuition: 1335.00

LEVEL 2

Students, typically aged 12 and above, placed in Level 2 continue focused training in ballet, modern, African dance and conditioning.
8.75 hours/week: Tuesday 7:00-8:30pm, Wednesday 4:30-7:15pm,
Thursday 6:00-7:00pm OR 7:00-8:00pm, Friday 4:45-6:15pm,
Saturday 1:30-3:45pm

View Pre-Professional Level 2 weekly schedule

Tuition: 1475.00

LEVEL 3

Level 3 is designed for students typically aged 13–16 with four or more years of formal training and a solid grounding in technique. Students train in Ballet, Modern, African dance, and conditioning, as well as participate in workshop and/or repertory classes.
9.25 hours/week: Tuesday 4:30-7:45pm, Thursday 5:00-6:30 & 7:00-8:00pm,
Friday 4:45-6:15pm, Saturday 1:30-3:45pm

View Pre-Professional Level 3 Weekly Schedule

Tuition: 1565.00

LEVEL 4

Level 4 is designed for students typically aged 13–16 with four or more years of formal training and a solid grounding in technique. Students train in ballet, modern and African dance, and conditioning, a well as participate in workshop and/or repertory classes. This level continues to build on the material presented in Level 3. All Level 4 students will participate in a solo choreographic process.
12.25 hours/week: Monday 4:30-7:45pm, Tuesday 4:30-6:00pm,
Thursday 4:30-7:00pm, Friday 4:30-6:45pm, Saturday 2:15-5:15pm

View Pre-Professional Level 4 weekly schedule

Tuition: 1825.00

LEVEL 5

For pre-professional students typically aged 16-23 who have interest in pursuing careers in dance. Individuals in Level 5 have a comprehensive understanding of dance techniques and are committed to developing as artists. Students in this level will learn TU Dance repertory and participate in the creation of new works. All Level 5 students will participate in a solo choreographic process.
12.25 hours/week: Monday 4:30-7:45pm, Tuesday 4:30-6:00pm,
Thursday 4:30-7:00pm, Friday 4:30-6:45pm, and Saturday 2:15-5:15pm

View Pre-Professional Level 5 weekly schedule

Tuition: 1825.00

17-Week Program for Children & Teen | Spring 2021: February 8 – June 19

The TU Dance Center Children & Teen Program introduces the joy of creative movement and beginning dance technique. Classes, divided by age, provide a comprehensive base on which to expand by developing body awareness, coordination, balance, flexibility, strength and musicality. Click here to download the 2021 Spring Children & Teen Schedule. All classes in the Children & Teen Program are offered in a hybrid format except for Dancing Together and Creative Movement.

To register, please complete the five-step registration process. 1) Please find the online pre-registration below under the specific level you are interested in and select a payment option, 2) Make a tuition payment (in full or by selecting a payment plan), 3) If requesting a payment plan, please submit the 2021 Spring TUDC Payment Plan Form, 4) click here to submit the Children & Teen Program online registration form, and 5) submit the COVID-19 Preparedness Plan for TU Dance rev. 041521.

Please read the TUDC Tuition Policy.

If you have any questions please contact us at education@tudance.org or ‪(651) 724-9708.

The School at TU Dance Center Portal (password protected):
https://www.tudance.org/portal/

DANCING TOGETHER

(Only Virtual) A child and parent/caregiver creative movement class. This virtual workshop is designed for children (ages 2-4) and their parent/caregiver who are interested in a shared movement experience that engages the senses of curiosity and play. Both child and caregiver will participate in developmentally appropriate movement exercises that incorporate elements such as effort, shape, and tempo. Music will play an essential role in the class as students will be asked to respond to sounds as well as make sounds themselves. Participants will be encouraged to join at their own comfort level with the understanding that observation is often the best form of learning with younger children. This class will give children and caregivers the opportunity to learn more about themselves and one another through the art form of dance. Participants will be emailed the class link.
Session 1: February 22 - April 3 (6 weeks)
Session 2: April 19 - June 5 (6 weeks, no class on May 29)
Monday, 11:00-11:45am; Saturdays, 10:00-10:45am

Tuition: 85.00

CREATIVE MOVEMENT

Ages 5-7. (Virtual Only) Children will grow in physical awareness and build basic movement skills, balance, coordination, flexibility and strength. Students will expand their knowledge of musical instruments and the connection between dance and music, learn basic rhythmical movement phrases, and improvise and create dance ideas that communicate an experience or theme.
Saturdays 10:00-10:45am (ages 5-7)

Tuition: 240.00

INTRODUCTION TO DANCE

Ages 7-9 or 9-12. Through introduction to modern dance techniques, students learn the basic elements of dance which help to develop coordination, balance, flexibility, strength and musicality. Although technique is central to the class, it will be encouraged through exploration and discovering the joy of movement.
Saturdays, 9:00-10:00am (Ages 7-9) OR 10:45-11:45 (ages 9-12)
*Note: 9-12 year olds are encouraged to also register for Beginning Ballet Barre (Ages 9-12), 12:30-1:30pm (additional tuition applies).

Tuition: 275.00

BEGINNING BALLET BARRE

Ages 9-12 or 13-16. An introduction to the basic concepts of ballet technique concentrating on alignment and placement, and serving as a foundation to other techniques. Students in Introduction to Dance (ages 9-12) and Boys Dancing are encouraged to also take Ballet Barre 9-12.
Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm (Ages 9-12); or 3:45-5:00pm (Ages 13-16)

Tuition: 275.00 (ages 9-12); 355.00 (ages 13-16)

BRIDGE LEVEL

This level serves as an intermediate step for students aged 10-14 placed in the Children & Teen Program who would like to deepen their engagement and prepare to join the Pre-Professional Program. In this level, students train in beginning modern and ballet, and also participate in weekly workshop classes. Students will also be introduced to dance studies, which will broaden their knowledge of dance history as well as the multi-faceted dance world of today.
3.75 hours/week: Wednesday 5:00-7:05pm, Saturdays, 11:00am-12:00pm AND 1:45-2:30pm
Note: Tuition does not include the one time $35 registration fee.

Tuition: 800.00

BOYS DANCE

This program combines two classes: Workshop (recommended for male/male identified students) and Modern (all genders), with the option of Ballet Barre. Boys Dancing is a physical experience that promotes body awareness, strength and coordination through dance concepts and music. Students enrolled in the program could also enroll in Ballet Barre 9-12 (additional tuition applies). It is important that all students regardless of their gender feel welcomed at TU Dance Center. Please contact us if you have any questions about participating in this program.
2 hours/week: Saturdays, 9:00-10:00am AND 10:45-11:45am
optional 3 hours/week: add Ballet Barre from 12:30-1:30pm.

Tuition: 425.00 (no ballet); 620.00 (with ballet)

MODERN 13-16

This modern-based movement class will reference fundamental elements in techniques such as ballet and Horton that will lead into explorations of phrase work and movement creation. Students will connect concepts of articulation, balance, release and breath developing simultaneously strength, control and flexibility. We will expand on each student's artistry and explore new ideas about movement.
Saturdays, 2:30-3.45pm

Tuition: 355.00

TEEN 1&2

Teen 1: A level for students aged 13-16 who are interested in experiencing a variety of dance techniques including ballet, modern and African dance. We welcome beginners to this level as well as students with minimal dance experience.
5 hours/week: Monday 5:00-7:45pm, Tuesday 5:00-6:30pm, Thursday 6:00-7:00pm OR 7:00-8:00pm
Teen 2: A level for students aged 15-17 who are interested in experiencing a variety of dance techniques including ballet, modern, African dance as well as choreography and phrase building in workshop class. We welcome students with a minimum of two years of dance experience.
5 hours/week: Tuesday 7:00-8:30pm, Wednesdays 4:30-7:15pm, Thursday 6:00-7:00pm OR 7:00-8:00pm
Note: Tuition does not include the one time $35 registration fee.

Tuition: 860.00

View current open classes & workshops schedule

OPEN CLASSES

TU Dance welcomes beginning, intermediate and advanced dancers to join TU Dance Open & Company Classes. Open classes are $15/class, or $130 for a 10-class card; pre-registration is required due to studio capacity restrictions (COVID related). Online payments are only accepted; 10-class cards may be purchased online here with a credit card. A confirmation e-mail will follow your successful online class card purchase. Please print your confirmation e-mail/receipt and bring it to your first class to pick up your 10-class card.

10-Class Card: 130.00

To purchase virtual single classes click here.

View current open classes & workshops schedule

MASTER CLASSES & WORKSHOPS

In-Person Open Classes at TU Dance Center, June 2021
TU Dance Center's open classes are back! Join us for in-person dance classes for intermediate/advanced dancers with teaching Artists Leila Awadallah, Laurel Keen and Abdo Sayegh-Rodriguez. Classes start this Friday, June 11 Wednesdays | 10:30am-12:00pm, Ballet with Abdo Sayegh-Rodriguez Thursdays | 10:30am-12:00pm, Body Watani (body-as-homeland practice + Arabic dance) with READ MORE>>
Summer 2021 | Equipoise Program, July 28-August 24
In partnering with TU Dance, Equipoise will provide the unique, hybrid (online/in person), opportunity of having individualized curriculum alongside one-on-one assessment sessions and coaching that compliment and deepen professional training. (see the Equipoise TU Dance Flyer) In addition to the TU Dance Summer Intensive classes, Equipoise will provide the following workshops and sessions: READ MORE>>
Virtual Open Classes, Week of January 11, 2021
We are excited to offer these virtual open classes focusing on self-care and well-being with teaching artists DejaJoelle, Lynn Barre and Wendy Anderson. Cost: sliding scale $8, $12, or $15 (please register a minimum of 24 hours in advance) Virtual We Dance TU with DejaJoelle Thursday, January 14 (6:00-7:00pm CST) READ MORE>>
Winter Practice, January 11-16
Please join us for a 4-day virtual workshop with teaching artists DejaJoelle, Gregory Dolbashian, Lynn Barre, Maurya Kerr and Wendy Anderson as we take the opportunity to slow down, restore, refill and tune into our bodies and minds for the start of a new year. Open to participants age 16+. READ MORE>>
Fall 2020 Adult Workshop Series: Movements in Meditation with DejaJoelle
A virtual safe space for participants age 18+ to generate movement while preserving and tending to their mental health. Sessions are 30% discussion-based. The curriculum focuses on using Dance and Body to heal from, confront, and identify emotional pain in the body. How does one use this not for performance but READ MORE>>
Fall 2020 Adult Workshop Series: Virtual Adult Beginning Ballet Workshop with Tina Anderson Wallum
This 4-week ballet technique workshop emphasizes alignment, placement and somatic awareness. The class consists of barre and center work that focuses on balance, classical line and connecting steps. SESSION 1 (4 weeks): Tuesdays, 10:00-11:00am October 6-October 27 (single classes also available) SESSION 2 (4 weeks): Tuesdays, 10:00-11:00am November 3-December 1 (NO READ MORE>>
Virtual Master Class with Laurel Keen, August 15
Examining the details and subtleties of classical ballet technique while also exploring the textures, musical play and individual expression within our own unique bodies. Seeking a balance between clarity / precision and expansion / freedom. August 15 | 1:00-2:30pm CST Cost: $15/participant Zoom link will be emailed 30 minutes before READ MORE>>
Virtual Open Classes, Week of August 10
Join us for a series of virtual open classes during the week of August 10. This classes are offered as part of the TU Dance Summer Intensive with Gregory Dolbashian and Guests. These classes are for Intermediate/Advanced level students. Monday, 1:00-2:30pm CST | Horton-based Modern with Toni Pierce-Sands Tuesday, 1:00-2:30pm READ MORE>>
Virtual Masterclass with Ronald K. Brown, August 8
As part of the Intersect Summer Intensive, Evidence, A Dance Company and TU Dance are offering a virtual masterclass with Evidence's Artistic Director Ronald K. Brown. Saturday, August 8 | 3:00-4:30pm CST Cost: $15/participant Ronald K. Brown’s Master Class is designed for inter-generational participants with a wide range to no READ MORE>>
Intersect Summer Intensive, August 3-8
Evidence, A Dance Company and TU Dance join forces in an inspiring 1-week virtual Summer Intensive. Intersect (to meet and cross at a point/to share a common area), is an open level inter-generational Summer Intensive for participants with a wide range to no dance experience that will provide the opportunity READ MORE>>