A unique approach from the "inside out" based on the pioneering technique of choreographer Erick Hawkins. Teaches the efficient use of the body's natural structure by developing a strong center and releasing unnecessary tension, allowing us to dance with ease and grace. Classes are ongoing and you can join anytime.

Schedule:
Tuesdays
7:30-9:00pm
Advanced Beginning
Taught by Ruth Botchan

Thursdays
6:00-7:30pm
Fundamentals/Beginning
Taught by Vangie King

Fridays
10:00-11:30a.m.
Intermediate/Advanced
Taught by Ruth Botchan

The Beginning/Fundamentals Class will not meet in June, July and August.
The class will resume on Sept.6, 2007.

Beginning class is ideal for those who have little or no dance experience; Advanced Beginning is for students who have had some dance training; Intermediate/Advanced students have had considerable experience and are often teachers, dancers and choreographers themselves, or have been taking classes at Berkeley Moving Arts.



RUTH BOTCHAN is director of Berkeley Moving Arts and artistic director of The Ruth Botchan Dance Company. A choreographer and teacher of modern dance for more than thirty years, she has taught at the Erick Hawkins School in New York. She trained with Andre Bernard and Bonnie Bainbridge Cohen in body alignment and movement re-education. Ruth brings these principles to her teaching of modern dance. Her classes emphasize a strong center and free flow of movement through the limbs. She is also a certified Pilates instructor.



VANGIE KING offers a beginning modern dance class that encourages each participant’s unique expression and passion for our bodies dancing. Her primary modern dance training is the Erick Hawkins technique. The somatic practices that have most influenced her are those of Andre Bernard, Bonnie Bainbridge Cohen, Moshe Feldenkrais and the Alexander Technique. She has both a BA and a MA in Dance.

Fees
$12 per single class
$44 for a four class card (valid for 5 weeks)
$80 for an eight class card (valid for 9 weeks)


PRIVATE PILATES SESSIONS
Pilates training develops balance, co-ordination, and flexibility through body awareness and core strength. These private sessions using the Pilates apparatus focus on the individual student's needs, and are highly effective for injury rehabilitation and conditioning. Sessions are taught by Ruth Botchan. Fee: $60/hour. Please call for an appointment.

BELLY DANCE
Imagery, body alignment, energy awareness and technique lead us to the connected, expressive, ancient dance form of belly dancing. Utilizing Jamie Miller's techniques, we will gain a deeper understanding of the body's support systems to release holding patterns and to allow for the flow of energy and a greater range of movement. All levels are welcome.

New students start on the first Thursday of the month. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a blanket or mat.

Thursdays, 7:45 -9:45p.m.

Fees
$50/month
$15/first class


Belly Dance classes are taught by the SABAH ENSEMBLE: BONNIE BASKIN, KAREN CHIN, AND MICHELLE SUWCZINSKY all of whom studied and performed with Jamie Miller "Sabah" for many years.

For more information, contact the Sabah Ensemble at (510) 848-4878 or sabahensemble@hotmail.com.

Available for performances and private consultations.


TAI CHI CLASSES

Tai Chi classes take place Monday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings, and Saturday mornings. Please call for exact times and starting dates, and information about fees or visit www.taichiberkeley.com.

Tai Chi classes are taught by LENZIE WILLIAMS. Lenzie has studied with master Ben Lo since 1975, and has been teaching Tai Chi in Berkeley since 1977. For the last ten years he has been teaching Tai Chi workshops nationally and internationally.

CREATIVE BODY ALIGNMENT WORKSHOP
For information about this yearly workshop, please click on EVENTS