TCT Adult Dance Classes
Dance classes for adults 18 and up. Whether you’re a seasoned mover or just looking for a fun way to try something new, these classes are all about learning, laughing, and dancing together.
DANCE FOR MUSICAL THEATRE
Open-level dance class for musical theatre lovers and creative movers. Each class will include a warm-up, dance-skills development, musical theatre combination, and improvisation exercise. This workshop offers the opportunity to engage in physical activity combined with artistic exercises.
INSTRUCTORS: Jennifer Ellyson and Katrina Perkins
No experience is required.
Shoes: jazz or dance shoes preferred, sneakers ok.
ADULT BEGINNER TAP DANCE
Ready to dust off your tap shoes and get back into rhythm? This class is perfect for adults who know the basics and want to keep growing in a fun, low-pressure environment. We’ll build on foundational steps like shuffles, flaps, ball changes, etc., while exploring musicality, coordination, and style. Each class includes a rhythmic warm-up, skill-building, and upbeat combinations set to a mix of modern music, classics, and Broadway favorites. Come make some noise, move your body, and enjoy the groove!
Tap shoes required.
INSTRUCTOR: Jennifer Ellyson
INSTRUCTORS:
Jennifer Ellyson, MA, R-DMT, LPCA, received her B.S. in Dance and Psychology from SUNY Brockport in 2001. She then studied Dance/Movement Therapy and Counseling at Columbia College Chicago, where she earned her M.A. in 2009. In addition to her training in various genres of dance, she is skilled in creative movement, improvisation, composition, dance conditioning, and Laban Movement Analysis. A passionate dance educator for 28 years, Jennifer has taught in a variety of settings, including studios, schools, fitness centers, and social service organizations. She has also held teaching leadership roles at the university level. She has staged and directed many dance/music/theatrical performances throughout her career and enjoys creating community through the arts!
Katrina Perkins combines over 25 years in education and her life-long love for dance to implement meaningful creative experiences for students. Her choreography credits include productions of Grease and West Side Story, as well as original choreography for show choirs, dance teams and schools, and college productions. She has taught dance to students aged 3 to 70 and appeared in several works as a performer in New York.