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Adult Dance Classes
Greta Schoenberg offers weekly classes in ballet and contemporary dance for adults and kids at three movement studios in Healdsburg, presented in partnership with Healdsburg Dance Collective.
YOUR FIRST CLASS IS FREE!
"Thanks for making the class fun, engaging, and so welcoming."
-Jen, Adult Class Student
Adult Contemporary
A playful adult intro to fundamental movements of contemporary, ballet, jazz, and musical theater in a follow-along format that will get even absolute beginners moving like dancers. This fun and satisfying drop-in workout challenges the brain and taps into deeper artistry while improving coordination, balance, posture, and core strength. Set to eclectic music from every decade and around the world, dancers will become familiar with routines if they come regularly.
Wednesdays 10:30 - 11:30
Drop-In $25 / HDC Class Card $200 (3 mo.)
Adult Ballet
A full classical ballet class for beginning or returning dancers. Learn a traditional barre progression followed by moderately paced center work adaptable for a range of levels. The follow-along format allows beginners the opportunity to experience the full flow of this stunning art form. Learn to balance, turn, waltz, and even jump safely, lightly, and beautifully! At over 300 years old, discover one of the world's most effective, transformative workouts for core, balance, flexibility, and posture.
Tuesdays 5:00 - 6:15 * OFF UNTIL SEPT 1
Co-taught by Gianna Davy (alternating weeks)
Fridays 10:30 - 12:00
Drop-In $25 / HDC Class Card $200 (3 mo.)
Contemporary Series
A contemporary series for brand new or returning dancers who want to delve deeper into dance, progressing consistently as a committed group. Learn a set warm-up with floor stretches and core strengthening, center standing exercises, fun, flowing travel across the floor, and (optional) light jumps. Then work on (50+ friendly) choreography drawn from a range of styles including modern dance, ballet, jazz, and dance theater (the mix now referred to as "contemporary"). The 10-week series format allows for step-by-step development of material as we create a short original piece together.
Mondays 5:00 - 6:15
NEXT SERIES: Sept. 14 - Nov. 16 (10 classes)
NEW? STEP ONE: Register with HDC
CURRENT OR RETURNING STUDENTS:
Venmo $180 @Greta-Schoenberg with "Series" in the subject line.
*The majority of our adult dance students in these series have had very little or no dance experience, but find they are able to follow along and even contribute to the creative process. Returning dancers report feeling a sense of "coming home" to lost sensations in their bodies. Advanced dancers might instead try my colleague Tanya's Wednesday night (very) Advanced Contemporary class. Full HDC schedule.
Foundations
FIRST STEPS? Want a quick tutorial on basic steps before jumping into a group class or have a physical issue to resolve? Greta Schoenberg offers private sessions* and specialized workshops for the aspiring dancer, or those who want to move like one. Her unique foundational curriculum integrates Pilates, physical therapy, yoga, ballet basics and somatic practices backed by brief lessons in anatomy and kinesiology. Learn "mini moves" at specific joints that will change the way you carry your body. Tap into the deep strength already within you as you learn to move with grace and efficiency.
Hosting clients in her downtown Healdsburg home just five blocks from the plaza, Greta offers private sessions weekdays between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Single "jump start" or occasional "check-in" lessons welcome. Details
*New Dancer Discount! $25 off a private when starting a dance class.
Who Are My Students?
The majority of my adult students had very little to no previous dance experience before joining, but find they are able to follow along and even contribute to the creative process. Returning dancers report feeling a sense of "coming home" to lost sensations in their bodies. Lifelong movers can deepen their practice by integrating detailed kinesiology-based cues from my extensive Pilates background to strengthen their technique. The follow-along format keeps the classes moving, even with beginners in the room, and by setting material that repeats many times before gradually integrating new combinations, consistent attendance will increase confidence with tangible improvement in skills.
Most importantly, dancing with friends to music is SUPER FUN.
Have an injury holding you back or just want a one-on-one jump start? Try a DISCOUNTED ($25 off) PRIVATE SESSION for new adult dance students and I'll get you going, step by step.
Read more about Greta Schoenberg's background as a professional dancer and Pilates/dance teacher with 30+ years experience.