Archive: Ongoing Classes

Through “Tappy Hour” Adult Classes, Keane Sense of Rhythm offers 22 classes a week. Join over 250 adults anytime this fall and get groovy with repetition, rhythms, and some choreography:

• Levels 1, 1.5, 2, and 3 advanced during days and evenings with Ellen Keane and Carla Bode
• Beginner-level classes for ages 55+ and 65+ with Ellen, Carla, and Liana
• Tap Level 3 on Mondays from 7:00-8:00pm to get groovy with Rick Ausland
• Musical Theater on Fridays at 12:30pm for 55+ and 1:30pm for high intermediate with Cathy Wind
• Pre-professional adults on Saturdays from 10:30-12:30 with Ashley Gonzalez and guests

Join the groove, feel the beat, and make some noise with your feet!

Thursdays
Youth Tap for ages 7-11 (new class): 6:30-7:30pm

Sunday Youth Tap Ensemble
Youth Intermediate
Intermediate/Advanced
Advanced

Wednesday Drop-in Technique
Fall Youth Intermediate/Advanced Technique: 6:15-8:15pm
Intermediate: 6:15-7:15pm

Youth Tap Ensemble – Twin Cities motivated youth in a pre-professional setting.

Private lessons and performance coaching available; email Cathy@tapcompany.org.

Fundamental Movement gives dancers a dependable base practice for building strength, flexibility, coordination, and control. Its consistent, repeatable sequence tunes the whole body and develops stamina and awareness, providing a strong physical foundation to underpin your dance practice.

In person: Fridays, 5:00-6:00pm at Tula Yoga and Wellness.
Ongoing; drop-ins welcome at $22, or class cards available.

Online via Zoom: Sundays, 10:00-11:00am
Ongoing; drop-ins welcome at $5 per class.

Modern Dance Technique explores grounded, expressive movement through rhythm, weight, momentum, spatial awareness, and clearly defined movement dynamics. Rooted in Wigman-based practice and contemporary craft, the class develops technical precision, artistic confidence, and embodied performance capacity.

Fridays, 7:00-8:00pm
Sundays, 3:30-4:30pm
Open-level with ongoing classes; drop-ins welcome.
Cost: $10 for first two classes, $12 drop-in; class cards are available.

Note: Text Ray at (612) 275-5602 for studio access door code.

A welcoming and joy-filled contemporary movement experience for older adults centered on music, creativity, and connection. Through gentle preparation, expressive movement, and accessible group activities, this class invites participants to explore rhythm, balance, coordination, and the shared pleasure of moving together. Taught by contemporary dance artist and educator Ray Terrill.

Tuesdays, 1:00-2:30pm
Cost: $10 General, $8 Tapestry Member

Join us this fall for a series of open classes at TU Dance Center. Teaching artists include Hassan Ingraham, Laurel Keen, Anna Pinault, Abdo Sayegh Rodriguez, and Peggy Siepp-Roy.

Regular technique classes are designed for intermediate and advanced dancers, as well as physically active individuals (dancers or not) who are familiar with or prepared for these GYROKINESIS® classes. For information on additional open class offerings for beginners or specific age groups, please visit the Workshop section of this page.

Ballet (Laurel Keen and Abdo Sayegh Rodriguez) is a graceful and disciplined form of dance that combines precise movements, music, and storytelling. It requires strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination. Dancers will perform movements such as pliés, relevés, pirouettes, tendus, and arabesques. It is known for its elegance, precision, and artistic expression.

Modern (Hassan Ingraham and Anna Pinault) is an expressive and creative form of dance that combines precise and structured movements, music, and emotion. It requires strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination while allowing dancers to explore freedom and self-expression. Dancers will perform movements such as contractions, releases, spirals, falls, and floor work. It is known for its creativity and emotional expression.

The GYROKINESIS® Method (Abdo Sayegh Rodriguez) is a movement method that addresses the entire body, opening energy pathways, stimulating the nervous system, increasing range of motion, and creating functional strength through rhythmic, flowing movement sequences. It is an original and unique method that coordinates movement, breath, and mental focus. The GYROKINESIS® Method is practiced on a mat and chair.

Conditioning (Peggy Siepp-Roy) is a class rooted in dance‑based strength and mobility training, emphasizing articulation, alignment, and dynamic control. Through core work, full‑body sequences, and rhythmic movement patterns, dancers and non-dancers build the muscular stability and endurance essential for expressive, sustainable performance.

Please check the Open Class Calendar, as classes and/or teaching artists might change.
Cost: $17/Class or $150/10 Classes

The School at TU Dance Center is excited to announce our 2026-27 programming! We hope to welcome students into the space for a transformational and unique experience. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions or to inquire about taking a tour of TU Dance Center.

The TU Dance Pre-Professional Program is an intensive course of study integrating modern, ballet, African dance, conditioning, and creative workshops for students up to age 24.

Financial aid is available. Please contact us at education@tudance.org or ‪(651) 724-9708 with any questions. Click here to download the 2026-27 Pre-Professional Daily Schedules. For more information and to register, click here.

The School at TU Dance Center is excited to announce our 2026-27 programming! We hope to welcome students into the space for a transformational and unique experience. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions or to inquire about taking a tour of TU Dance Center.

The TU Dance Center Children and 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.

Financial aid is available. Please contact us at education@tudance.org or ‪(651) 724-9708 with any questions. Click here to download the 2026-27 Children and Teen Daily Schedule. For more information and to register, click here.

This September and October, Threads is offering Open Company Classes with guest instructors.

With a different instructor for ballet and modern each month, dancers have the opportunity to expand the tools at their disposal for technique and artistry. Open company class will take place at Threads Dance Nexus on Mondays and Tuesdays from 9:00-10:30am.

Throughout October, Modern Mondays will feature the expertise of Erin Thompson, and Ballet Tuesdays will be led by the talented Julie Marie Muskat.

Modern Mondays with Erin Thompson: October 5, 12, 19, and 26
Ballet Tuesdays with Julie Marie Muskat: October 6, 13, 20, and 27

Pre-register here for $15 or pay $18 at the door. We can’t wait to move with you!

Come join us for a fun and energetic modern dance workshop series designed for adults who are new or returning to dance!

This class introduces the foundational principles of modern dance in a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment. Students will explore fundamental techniques, including floor work, center exercises, and basic movement phrases, while developing strength, coordination, and creative expression. Whether you’re looking to learn a new skill, get some exercise, or just have a great time, this workshop series is perfect for you.

New time! Mondays, 6:30-8:00pm
Late Fall Session: November 9-December 14; 6 classes for $145.
Register here. No prior dance experience is required—just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to learn!

The classes will be held at Threads Dance Nexus on consecutive Mondays, so mark your calendars and get ready to dance!