Contemporary with Teddy Forance (teen) with Teddy Forance

Ages 13+ Join us for a LIVE class via webcam, AUGUST 6 at 1 pm, with the one and only, esteemed dancer, choreographer, and teacher Teddy Forance! While this class is beginner level, even the most seasoned dancers should take advantage of this incredible opportunity to learn from one of the best in the industry, as Teddy takes the time to get to know his students, adjust to their level, and challenge them as he sees appropriate. Teddy took his career to a professional level at the age of 17 by traveling throughout Greece as a dancer for international pop star Anna Vissi. In the years following, Teddy assisted the Celine Dion Taking Chances tour and performed as a lead dancer on Cirque du Soleil's Delerium. Teddy has worked on hit TV shows So You Think You Can Dance and Dancing with the Stars, both as a featured performer and as a choreographer. He has also performed with award-winning artists Lady Gaga, Usher, and Florence and the Machine. Currently, he teaches around the world for JUMP Dance Convention. Teddy is also a founding member of the Los Angeles based dance company Shaping Sound. NOTE: CARDS WILL BE CHARGED UPON REGISTRATION. ALL DANCERS MUST PAY IN ADVANCE.

$25 PER CLASS

Contemporary with Teddy Forance (adult) with Teddy Forance

Ages 13+ Join us for a LIVE class via webcam, AUGUST 6 at 1pm, with the one and only, esteemed dancer, choreographer, and teacher Teddy Forance! While this class is beginner level, even the most seasoned dancers should take advantage of this incredible opportunity to learn from one of the best in the industry, as Teddy takes the time to get to know his students, adjust to their level, and challenge them as he sees appropriate. Teddy took his career to a professional level at the age of 17 by traveling throughout Greece as a dancer for international pop star Anna Vissi. In the years following, Teddy assisted the Celine Dion Taking Chances tour and performed as a lead dancer on Cirque du Soleil's Delerium. Teddy has worked on hit TV shows So You Think You Can Dance and Dancing with the Stars, both as a featured performer and as a choreographer. He has also performed with award-winning artists Lady Gaga, Usher, and Florence and the Machine. Currently, he teaches around the world for JUMP Dance Convention. Teddy is also a founding member of the Los Angeles based dance company Shaping Sound. NOTE: CARDS WILL BE CHARGED UPON REGISTRATION. ALL DANCERS MUST PAY IN ADVANCE.

$25 PER CLASS

Summer 2017 Adult Intermediate Chairlesque with Nadine Medina

AGES: 18+ Chairlesque, a TDF exclusive class, is a HOT Burlesque-inspired chair jazz class. Participants will be encouraged to express confidence, and will learn bold, sassy choreography. Prerequisites include either past experience in TDF Chairlesque or 1 year of recent jazz. This 6-week session begins the week of July 10 and runs through the week of August 13. Soft jazz shoes, or boots specific to previous Chairlesque performance classes REQUIRED (no specific color necessary).

1 PAYMENT OF $72

Summer 2017 Adult Advanced Hip-Hop with Nadine Medina

AGES: 18+ TDF hip-hop class mixes it up by including anything from sub-genres of funk, popping, krump, lyrical hip-hop, and breakdancing. Class level assumes 3 years of recent hip hop experience, and new choreography will be taught each week. We’ll focus on personal style, moving with clear intention and confidence, and building strength and speed through proper body mechanics. Shoes worn in from off the street will NOT BE PERMITTED. MUST BRING a change of hip-hop sneakers (Etnies, DC's, Osiris, etc). Must have at least three years of formal hip-hop experience within the previous 5 years. For those with less experience, or experience in other dance forms, we have multiple beginner hip-hop classes to get you prepared. Note: Participation may be re-evaluated based on evident experience. This 6-week session begins the week of July 10 and runs through the week of August 13.

1 PAYMENT OF $72

Summer 2017 Adult Pure Beginner Tap with Nadine Medina

AGES: 18+ NO DANCE EXPERIENCE NEEDED! TDF tap classes are rooted in strong, rhythmic stylings. Less emphasis is placed on the visual art; rather this class is driven by intricate rhythms, trick steps, fast-moving feet, and the various dynamics created by the shoe. This is a beginner tap class, and will provide you with the foundation skills needed to move to more intricate technique. Black leather, split-sole, lace-up, tap shoes are required, which you can obtain through Discount Dance Online. We'll be happy to help you find them! Session begins the week of July 10 and runs through the week of August 13.

1 PAYMENT OF $72

Summer 2017 Adult Acroyoga with Team WillCo

Ages 18+ Acroyoga is a practice of awareness and connection. Drawing on yoga, we use the breath to connect movements and expand awareness. Drawing on acrobatics, we work to find lightness in flight and balance. Drawing on dance, we move in conversation with others. The outcome - our acro flows - are as creative, strong and diverse as the students we work with. This series is designed to build a foundation in the practice. Each class will start with a short warm-up and strength training. Then we will workshop new skills. We will train these skills across the course and weave them into a flow. In acro we often work in teams of three, rotating through each of three roles (base, flyer, spotter). You don’t need to come with partners, we can make teams there. You will get upside-down in this workshop: dress so that you won’t lose your shirt. No shoes required. This 6-week class begins the week of July 10 and runs through the week of August 13

1 PAYMENT OF $90

Summer 2017 Adult Beginner Hip-Hop with Dorothy Boice

AGES: 18+ This class is a level up from our Pure Beginner class, and is great for anyone who has taken our Pure Beginner or Beginner class, or who feels comfortable with the general concepts of the style. TDF Hip-Hop classes include technique from several sub-genres of hip-hop dance, including lyrical hip-hop movement. Shoes worn in from off the street will NOT BE PERMITTED. Like any other dance class, hip hop shoes are meant for class only and it is expected that you will have a dedicated pair that you wear only IN-STUDIO. We recommend skate-style shoes like Supra, DC's, Etnies, or even Nike/Adidas so long as they do not have deep tread and large soles. These may be purchased online or at Journeys at Crossgates Mall. This 6-week session begins the week of July 10 and runs through the week of August 13.

1 PAYMENT OF $72

Summer 2017 Adult Intermediate Hip-Hop with Dorothy Boice

AGES: 18+ This class is a level up from our Beginner class, and is great for anyone who has taken, and felt comfortable with, our Beginner class, or who has at least 1 year of recent hip hop experience. TDF Hip-Hop classes include technique from several sub-genres of hip-hop dance, including lyrical hip-hop movement. Shoes worn in from off the street will NOT BE PERMITTED. Like any other dance class, hip hop shoes are meant for class only and it is expected that you will have a dedicated pair that you wear only IN-STUDIO. We recommend skate-style shoes like Supra, DC's, Etnies, or even Nike/Adidas so long as they do not have deep tread and large soles. These may be purchased online or at Journeys at Crossgates Mall. This 6-week session begins the week of July 10 and runs through the week of August 13.

1 PAYMENT OF $72

Summer 2017 Adult All Level Pop Modern with Louisa Barta

Ages: 18+ Meet Pop Modern, a funky choreography-based class that will have you twirling, grooving, shaking, spinning to the floor and popping into the air to the popular songs of this decade and those that have come before. We will incorporate many dance steps and techniques from the genres of modern, contemporary, ballet, lyrical, jazz, hip hop, and even modified acro to dance original combinations to modern music. Expect anything from Jessie J and Macklemore to Elvis! This class is open to all levels and will be upbeat and fast-paced. Foot thongs, half slippers, soft jazz shoes, or ballet slippers required and can be purchased from Discount Dance online. This 6-week session begins the week of July 10 and runs through the week of August 13.

1 PAYMENT OF $72

Summer 2017 Adult Intermediate Contemporary Modern with Louisa Barta

AGES: 18+ This class builds from the fundamentals of ballet while experimenting with modern, contemporary movement. It includes modern center work and contemporary choreography. Foot thongs or half socks are required, and can be purchased at Discount Dance online. Class requires at least 2 years of recent ballet or modern technique. This 6-week session begins the week of July 10 and runs through the week of August 13.

1 PAYMENT OF $72

Summer 2017 Adult Beginner Hoop Dance with Kristyn Muller

Ages 18+ NO HULA HOOP EXPERIENCE NEEDED! Expand your favorite dance styles by adding a hula hoop to your practice. Hula hooping can provide you with a new outlet for your creativity, challenge your coordination, and boost your confidence. In this series, you will learn on body and off body hula hooping techniques. In each class, you will be introduced to new hoop movements, discover ways to put them together, and practice hoop dancing to different kinds of music. The series is designed to provide you with hoop dance foundations that you can combine with ANY style of dance. Rather than learning specific choreography, you will be encouraged to develop your own individual flow. Hula hoops will be provided. No particular shoes are required, but it is recommended that you wear some kind of footwear (sneakers or soft jazz shoes). You are expected to wear shoes that will only be worn in the studio (no street shoes). This 5-week session begins the week of July 17 and runs through the week of August 13.

1 PAYMENT OF $60

Summer 2017 Adult Heels with Nadine Medina

AGES: 18+ Participants will be encouraged to express confidence, and will learn bold choreography that blends jazz, hip hop, and pedestrian movement. New choreography will be taught weekly. This 6-week session begins the week of July 10 and runs through the week of August 13. Heels are encouraged, although not required, and must be used ONLY in class and have fully intact soles. Any shoes deemed potentially damaging to our floor will not be permitted (no metal coming through stiletto heels, etc.)

1 PAYMENT OF $60

Summer 2017 Adult Beginner Chairlesque with Nadine Medina

AGES: 18+ NO DANCE EXPERIENCE NEEDED! Chairlesque, a TDF exclusive class, is a HOT Burlesque-inspired chair jazz class. Participants will be encouraged to express confidence, and will learn bold, sassy choreography. This 6-week session begins the week of July 10 and runs through the week of August 13. Soft jazz shoes REQUIRED (no specific color necessary).

1 PAYMENT OF $72

Registration for this class has closed. Please contact info@troydancefactory.com

Summer 2017 Adult Pure Beginner Hip-Hop with Dorothy Boice

AGES: 18+ Never danced hip-hop before? This class is for you! We'll focus on hip-hop drills, body mechanics and strengthening for dance, and beginner level choreography. Shoes worn in from off the street will NOT BE PERMITTED. Like any other dance class, hip hop shoes are meant for class only and it is expected that you will have a dedicated pair that you wear only IN-STUDIO. We recommend skate-style shoes like Supra, DC's, Etnies, or even Nike/Adidas so long as they do not have deep tread and large soles. These may be purchased online or at Journeys at Crossgates Mall. This 6-week session begins the week of July 10 and runs through the week of August 13.

1 PAYMENT OF $72

Registration for this class has closed. Please contact info@troydancefactory.com

Summer 2017 Adult Advanced Beginner Ballet with Nadine Medina

Ages 18+ This not a pure beginner class, and assumes participant has had experience in pure beginner ballet technique. Barre, center floor, and across the floor work will given, which will give participants a strong hold over foundation ballet techniques and strengthen their ability to effectively access their core, enabling more efficient dancing in all styles. Ballet slippers or foot thongs REQUIRED, which can be purchased from Discount Dance Online. Prerequisite ballet steps are: Chaine, Passe, Bourree, Glissade, Jete, Releve, Plie (demi and grande), Soutenu, Pique, Rond de Jamb, Tendu, Degage, Sous Sous, and Pas de Bourree as well as positions 1-5, concepts of Cambre and Port de Bras. It is expected only that the participant has had experience with these prerequisite steps enough to understand the mechanics and recall the movement. Session begins the week of July 10 and runs through the week of August 13.

1 PAYMENT OF $72

Summer 2017 Adult Ballet Conditioning with Nadine Medina

Ages 18+ This class is intended to strengthen dancers for more effective movement and greater control over one's body. Therabands will be used as appropriate, and conditioning exercises will be versions of those presented in Pilates and ballet class, as well as from industry-accepted resources. Please note: this is NOT a Pilates class or a Pure Barre class. Socks are required, although some exercises lend themselves better to bare feet. Please do not bring your own Therabands, as we use non-latex bands as a safety precaution against latex allergies. Session begins the week of July 10 and runs through the week of August 13.

1 PAYMENT OF $72

Summer Yth 2 Hip Hop with Dorothy Boice

Ages 7-10 This dance style can include the sub-genres of funk, street jazz, popping, krump, lyrical hip-hop, and breakdancing. TDF classes infuse choreographed routines with several of these known forms of hip hop, and may also include lyrical hip-hop. Lyrical hip-hop is fluid and expressive, and is often taught to slower songs. Shoes worn in from off the street will not be permitted, so please plan to bring a change of hip-hop sneakers (Etnies, DC's, Osiris, etc). This 6-week session begins the week of July 10 and runs through the week of August 13.

1 PAYMENT OF $72

Summer 2017 Pre Teen Hip Hop with Nadine Medina

Ages 11-13 This dance style can include the sub-genres of funk, street jazz, popping, krump, lyrical hip-hop, and breakdancing. TDF classes infuse choreographed routines with several of these known forms of hip hop, and may also include lyrical hip-hop. Lyrical hip-hop is fluid and expressive, and is often taught to slower songs. Shoes worn in from off the street will not be permitted, so please plan to bring a change of hip-hop sneakers (Etnies, DC's, Osiris, etc). This 6-week session begins the week of July 10 and runs through the week of August 13.

1 PAYMENT OF $72

Summer Adult Pure Beginner Jazz with Dorothy Boice

Ages 18+ NO DANCE EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! Although this particular style of jazz is ballet based, it is full of sass and fun. If you’re looking to let loose and have fun this is the class for you. This class focuses on the foundational techniques of jazz dance including skills such as pirouettes, jumps, and split leaps. Beginner jazz choreography will be taught with an emphasis on strong, precise, basic technique. This 6-week session begins the week of July 10 and runs through the week of August 13.

1 PAYMENT OF $72

Summer 2017 Advanced Beginner Lyrical with Dorothy Boice

Ages 18+ The word lyrical means "having a poetic, expressive quality." This dance style is expressive, subtle, dynamic, and combines Ballet and Jazz dance technique. You will be challenged to express emotions through movement and tell the story being told in the song's lyrics. Although the main focus of the class will be expression of choreography, flexibility, strengthening and technique combinations (in center and across the floor) will be incorporated weekly. PRIOR EXPERIENCE WITH BALLET and/or JAZZ is REQUIRED for this class. The ability to perform chaine turns, single pirouettes, grand battements, tendu, passe, and pas de bourrees are a starting point in which we will be building on. Foot thongs, half slippers, soft jazz shoes, or ballet slippers required and can be purchased from Discount Dance online. This 6-week session begins the week of July 10 and runs through the week of August 13.

1 PAYMENT OF $72

Summer 2017 Pre-Teen/Teen Choreography Composition with Dorothy Boice

AGES: 11-17 Choreographer's Composition is an invite only class for TDF's young dedicated students who show both promise and potential to become future professional dancers or choreographers! In this 6-week session, students will gain a better understanding of all the things that go into creating choreography and the many ways in which they can apply their newly learned skills. We will take a glimpse into the process of music editing, mapping out creative concepts/choreography, working with groups, breaking down steps, and creating combinations to teach to the class! This 6-week session begins the week of July 10 and runs through the week of August 13.

1 PAYMENT OF $72

Summer 2017 Yth 1 Modern with Louisa Barta

Ages 4-6 Modern dance is the challenge of ballet with the freedom and fun of hip-hop or jazz. Run, jump, roll on the floor, plie, spin, leap in the air, we get to do all that and more in this focused but fun class! This class is for the creative dancer. In this class, students will be taught the basics of modern technique. Completion of choreography, "safe risk-taking", experimentation, freedom of movement, and artistry will be our goals for the year. Bare feet are fine. This 6-week session begins the week of July 10 and runs through the week of August 13.

1 PAYMENT OF $72