Dance101

Acquire the flexibility of a dancer by stretching in the way dancers do. You don't need a background in dance to reap the benefits of this training. Following a brief warm up (to prepare your body for optimal results), this meditative and flowing stretch moves ever so slowly from one position to another like a beautiful dance. The stretch segment begins with restorative therapy to align the spine and lubricate the joints, then moves into more aggressive stretches which use breath to break through limitations. 

What's up, What's up! Stop what you're doing and come drop it like it's hot. Do you think you can get low and get crunk? We dance to the best, crazy, and latest sounds in Hip Hop. This is A-Town Style (that's right, Atlanta's very own) hip hop moves taught by the incomparable Kevin Tyson.

Afro Beats is an exciting West African sound and Hip Hop dance genre which originally developed in Nigeria, Ghana and the UK. Afro Beats is a diverse fusion of British house music, hip hop, dancehall, Soca and R&B. Its layered rhythms and percussive melodies are intoxicating - you simply cannot sit still to this music! It's no surprise L.A. can’t get enough of this new sound (and way to move) – with artists like Wizkid & Davido bringing Afro Beats to American pop culture and onto a world stage.

Applying the principles of ballet to tone and sculpt your body, join the fabulous Bryn Chafin in Ballerobica, a concept fitness class which proves you don't need any prior knowledge of ballet to reap it's rewards. Conceptually designed as "ballet for athletes", Ballerobica turns out to benefit dancers just as well. This class will work you hard, but Bryn (classically trained in Ballet) will make it delightful. Great playlist helps move you through.

How do you become a dancer... or just look like one? You regularly take a class like this. Ballet Barre Fit is a musical hour long instructional ballet barre class that uses the repetition of exercises not only to burn calories but also to also teach you this beautiful physical art form. In Ballet Barre Fit: arms acquire definition; thighs thin out; abs flatten.

If you are looking for a ballet class taught by someone who deeply loves and understands this art form, look no further. Meet Tara McCurley!  Tara attended The School of American Ballet (on full scholarship) at age 15, and from there went on to dance principal roles with The New York City Ballet. Her ballet training is remarkable and her knowledge is encyclopedic. As much as Tara enjoyed her professional career, she has found a new love in teaching (especially adults!).

In our opinion, Ballet is the new yoga. There are many parallels between these two genres. For instance: like Yoga, Ballet is transformational. You may break only a light sweat, but it's physical effects are tremendous. Not convinced? Take a look at professional ballerinas - believe us, they didn't get that way by going to the gym. This class capitalizes on Ballet center work, along with deep stretching and toning to give you the benefits of Ballet training without the tutu.

A total-body workout for dancers. Think: sculpting, strengthening, and muscular endurance. Join Katie Britt in this hour long hybrid class that applies the science behind today's popular Barre workouts (targeted isolations and time under tension) to strengthening the very muscles you need strong for dance. Watch your dance game level up - whether Hip Hop, Jazz or Ballet.

Dust off those tap shoes... you still GOT it, Baby! (Especially if you still have your shoes ;) This class will remind you of what you thought you forgot, or teach you some tricks to remember. Taught by Barry Thomas, a retired (not so retired) professional tapper... don't ask him how long he's been teaching tap in Atlanta (because it's for longer than he will admit ;)

Step out of the audience and into your favorite musical- front and center! This class offers a fun way to learn choreography from your favorite Broadway shows like West Side Story, Footloose, A Chorus Line, and Chicago. A truly delightful class for those of you who love Broadway musicals. Deepen your appreciation for this whimsical dance art by experiencing choreography that has delighted audiences for decades! This beginner level class assumes you've had some prior dance training.

Experience a 2018 spin on a centuries old tradition. Burlesque catapulted to modern day popularity in the U.S. through variety shows, cabarets, clubs and theatres, combining bawdy comedy with female striptease. Fast forward to 2018: using musical artists like Christina, Janet and Prince (with some occasional throwbacks like Nina Simone and Sarah Vaughn), our burlesque jazz class emphasizes the female tease while incorporating jazz technique.

This beautiful class uses contemporary movement to tell a story. Great for beginners, this class experience is heavy on expression with only one or two technical elements. Drawing from a basis in Jazz dance, Meghan's choreography inserts you into the song using easy to master steps that are woven together in a series of beautiful sequences that speak to the heart.

Sitting at a desk or hunched over a computer for hours on end? Chances are pretty good your body is in need of some attention. This 30 minute STRETCH will help undo some of the musculoskeletal strain caused by prolonged sitting. This is not half a class - it's the perfect amount of time to accomplish its objective. Using a strategy of dynamic stretches, this class focuses on the specific areas most stressed by sitting: hip flexors, Rectus Femoris (quad) Pectoralis (front of chest and shoulders) and the Trapezius (upper shoulders/back along the spine).

Come dance yourself into serious shape with Katie Britt! This class is a high energy, non-stop dance class that focuses on two objectives: to get an amazing cardio workout while having fun dancing to the latest pop hits. Class begins with a warm-up mix to get your blood flowing and body ready, then takes off from there.

This signature dance 101 class is a beautiful bodywork experience where the music carries you through each conditioning exercise and stretch. Just like a musician must constantly tune their instrument, so must we tune ours! Add this class to your weekly schedule and watch how it increases your range of motion and expands what you can do with your body. Conceived, developed and taught by Ofelia, whose flexibility is a testimony to the effectiveness of this practice, here she merges science, breath, anatomy and dance against a rolling musical backdrop that informs the exercises and stretches in such a way that you will feel like you are dancing - because you are.

Step into the soulful imagination of Monica "Mo" Noble; this is dance according to Mo, an evolutionary journey through hip hop, jazz, contemporary and lyrical with the emotional impact of life's hard and joyful lessons. The primary focus of this class is to give you a really cool choreographic experience that will polish your ability to express movement.  Each 8count sequence is meticulously attached to a musical phrase, a lyric or a beat.

Ignite your inner Latin fire in Fuego!, a salsa footwork class that feels more like a party than the instructional class that it actually is. Join one of Dance 101's most loved teachers, D. Norris, as he teaches you some really smooooooth salsa footwork which will not only "work you out" but also add some Latin styling to the way you move.

Interested in dancing in heels but not sure where to start? This is your class. Beginner friendly, warm and welcoming, jump on this opportunity to dance with and learn from Kimmie Gee. Choreography is slow, subtle, sensuous and empowering. Grab a pair of sturdy heels and come experience a beginner heels class designed to ignite the sexy within while learning how to properly dance in heels. No dance experience is necessary (you'll get it here).

Been taking heels classes and ready to level up?  Ready to explore more nuanced, performance quality choreography in heels? Come study with Beyonce's former dance captain, Kimmie Gee, and let her sizzling imagination show you what you can do. Short warmup followed by a fantastic routine that will feel more like a performance than a class.

Experience the artistry of John James (JJ)! This beginner class for Hip Hop lovers and dancers who are hungry for professional quality hip hop artistry is taught at a slower, more manageable pace. Get a taste of his extraordinary talent for pairing movement to music, and sink your soul into emotive choreography that focuses on clean, fluid and intelligent movement.

It's getting Hot in Herre! Experience the artistry of John James (JJ)- unrestricted, uncensored and in full force. Sink your soul into emotive choreography that focuses on clean, fluid and intelligent movement. JJ's choreography is strong on musicality - requiring you to dance inside the music, not on top of it.

Smooth, fluid and funky hip hop that's great for beginners.... This fun, high-energy dance workout has imaginative and easy-to-follow choreography set to an irresistible playlist containing ALL your dance favorites: Michael Jackson, Usher, Outkast, Prince, Janet, Black Eyed Peas, Killer Mike, Ciara, DJ Snake, Calvin Harris and more.

If Hip Hop had been invented by a woman, it would look like this. A feminine and sexy interpretation of an otherwise sharp and edgy dance style, this type of hip hop is most often seen performed by Britney Spears, Missy Elliot and Beyonce Knowles. Very sultry, FLOW choreography emphasizes movement of the neck, shoulders and hips over syncopated arm and footwork.

We know you've heard about this class... and if you're reading this, you might as well go ahead and sign in. Come experience the choreographic imagination of Lauren Banks. Her Contemporary class uses ballet vocabulary (in parallel) to explore the body's communicative abilities. This class will help you become more aware of your body's inherently expressive nature. Inside Out provides a space for your body to express itself and guide you in recognizing the expressiveness of movement.

Drawn to the stunning beauty of ballet but never taken a class? Or you took a class but felt it was too advanced... THIS CLASS IS FOR YOU! This introductory barre class will take you from zero to 5th position in record time. Learn the lingo, the steps and even a little dance science.... Whether you are a ballet enthusiast or a jazz, hip hop or salsa dancer, your movement quality will improve with Ballet training - which teaches you to balance, shift weight, develop greater flexibility and improve coordination.

High energy, upbeat, smooth and a little sassy, this introductory Hip Hop class teaches you really fun moves and cool choreography at a beginner's pace. If Janet Jackson and Missy Elliott are on your Spotify, you will love this class! Don't just tap along, here's your chance to experience the music at a much deeper level - by moving to it. Learn hip hop technique (including the infamous Boom Kat) all while getting a good dance sweat.

With some hip hop training under your belt, here's the next level up. This is a great class for anyone who wants to learn performance level Hip Hop. Routines are stylishly choreographed with the experienced beginner in mind - artistically crafted and taught using lots of repetition, enabling you to really master the moves.  Spend an hour with the King of Hearts, Jared (J-Roc) James, principal dancer and choreographer for Hip Hop Dance Sensation "Royal Flush".

Welcome to Jazz! This is a springboard class designed to prepare you for more advance study and/or give you the skills to excel in the other classes you are currently enjoying. BTW, This is the class that launched dance 101 back in 2004. The teaching methods used here caused a revolution in the adult dance industry that forever changed its landscape. 

Ever studied with a teacher who is all about your success - and making it fun? Meet Christina Slaton... she is THAT kind of teacher. What awaits you is an iconic Jazz experience that follows the traditional format: technical warm-up, across the floor sequences, and a few 8counts of brisk performance choreography. Exciting stuff!

Great music, thoughtful instruction and really fun choreography are the cornerstones of this class. Comprehensive warm up begins with isolations then works systematically to strengthen all your dance muscles (expect your arms, feet, abs and glutes to get some serious attention). You'll really appreciate the spinal work and a nice 5 min stretch, too!

This class is called Jazz Roulette because of Caitlin's vast choreographic repertoire-- which includes every incarnation of Jazz imaginable: Commercial Jazz, Contemporary Jazz, Broadway jazz and Burlesque... (Lyrical Jazz has its own class on Wednesdays 5:30pm). This 90 minute class includes a full technical warm-up and across-the-floor sequences before heading into the combination.  If you are a serious Jazz dancer, you will thrive in this class.

This class is for dancers who have been, are going or want to go places: Book the gig, nail the audition, do big things. Taught by Cassandra Springs, whose creative style and teaching methods have won the admiration of many of Atlanta's finest Jazz dancers (and that is a big statement). Her 90 minute class follows a traditional Jazz format beginning with a technical warm up, across the floor progressions and finishing with choreography - i.e. all the feels!

In this popular class, you'll feel like you stepped into a time machine. Put a nickel into the jukebox and do the twist, the pony and perhaps some disco to your favorite classics from Elvis Presley, the Chiffons, Cole Porter with an occasional Donna Summer sighting. This class is perfect for newcomers to dance 101 who just want to dance! Have a ton of fun sweating to the oldies. There isn't a more fun way to burn calories and strengthen your heart.

Here's your opportunity to experience performance level Hip Hop choreography at a nonprofessional pace. Spend an hour with the King of Hearts, Jared (J-Roc) James, Principal dancer and choreographer for Hip Hop Dance Sensation "Royal Flush". Jared has been teaching  packed out classes at dance 101 since 2016. His style is smooth, fluid, controlled and clever - you know, the kind of choreography which entertains an audience.

Welcome to Latin Fiesta! This introductory level Latin cardio dance class puts an imaginative hip hop spin on traditional Latin footwork (salsa, bachata, etc). The result is a really fun and bouncy dance workout that also teaches you really fun choreography. Follow along to an eclectic playlist of Caribbean sounds (Reggaeton, Tropical (Salsa), Bachata, Merengue, etc) that will transport you away from your cares.

Join Venezuelan native, Ricardo Aponte in this Copa Cabana reboot experience: this is Latin Jazz! Class begins with a short follow along warm up, then straight into choreography that combines simple show stopping jazz steps with salsa footwork. This is what a Latin stage performance looks like today and we're very sure you will love this experience.

It's time to slow things down and let your body speak Celine Dion, Sam Smith, John Mayer, Mariah Carey, Florence + The Machine and others in this beautifully emotive class.  Taught by Peter Poulos, you can expect a short warm up to align, stretch and strengthen, followed by 40 minutes of soulful (and technical) choreography.

This is not a class.... it's an experience. Come dance with a true entertainer and choreographer who is famous for the smack down high cardio soaking wet workout he delivers. The minute he steps into class and walks over to cue up his music... you KNOW something is about to happen. Ladies and Gentlemen.. this is Kevin Maddox. Superstar! Kevin's all levels fitness based dance class offers a high intensity workout which spices up simple hip hop moves with infectious energy that is non-stop.

Music Videography is a feminine, girl boss style of hip hop which is often seen backing up strong female artists in music videos and on tour (hello Beyonce, Megan Trainor, Ariana Grande). Think struts, formations, hair whips and attitude - there's nothing #basic about this class. Choreography is set and taught to the lyrics of a song which creates a performance quality experience.

Ready to make the jump up a level from Hip Hop Fit? Next stop: NRG! This one-of-a-kind experience blends Hip Hop with the Theater Arts (D No's two loves) in this playful (and often comic) story of movement that makes a lot more sense when you take the class ha! When he's not teaching at dance 101, D directs and choreographs plays of all genres but mostly comedies.

Calling all Atlanta DIVAS! Let your hair down (literally- hair whips are strongly encouraged here) and dance to some of the hottest POP music around. Influenced by the moves of Britney, Beyoncé and Janet, this class is for anyone who wants to learn some iconic Jazz POP choreography without traveling to LA.

This ballet class is for the classical ballet enthusiast as well as the contemporary artist looking to strengthen their technique. Class follows a traditional one hour and 30 minute format with the majority of class time conducted at the barre. Tara moves at a decent pace to challenge her students, but in a casual and open environment conducive to the creative process and learning regardless of proficiency. Come fall in love with ballet again and actually enjoy yourself in the process!

Taught by one of Atlanta's brightest shining Hip Hop stars: Q Harper, this class is a top of the line experience - especially for dancers who are just simply BadA$# cool people that could be touring if it weren't for your 9-5. Let it rip, roll and pop to a blend of underground hip hop, house, top 40, and old school hits. Smooth, stylized and just plain cool as hell (did we already say that?), choreography is broken down in detail and repeated until it sinks in.

The first thing that will hit you (like a 2 x 4) is the playlist. Fantastic club remixes (not available elsewhere) that will inspire you to shake that booty for real. This class is a party. People screaming, dancing and throwing out that kind of carefree energy that comes with downright bad A#$ joyful movement. Be prepared to sweat up a storm, scorch a ton of calories in an hour that's going to feel like 15 minutes.

Dancing for fun or to drop weight is the ideal fitness plan - in our opinion. But don't stop there... you must build muscle. Muscle mass spikes your metabolism and provides strength and muscular definition. Join Ashleigh for a musical hour of isotonic and isometric exercises designed to firm and tone All the Right Places.

Light a bonfire, get out your drums, unleash your inner gypsy! Serpentine is a tribal belly dance fusion that focuses on a more intense breakdown of muscle isolations and the musicality of sensual dance. This is a continual movement class that builds with the music and flows from slow isolations to fast paced drills. Build your confidence and learn to mesmerize with your body while improving strength, flexibility, and fluidity as well as burn some major calories!

Classes like this are the ones that keep you going.... Join the ever versatile and knowledgeable Lauren Banks in this spinal alignment-based stretch. All flexibility and great health originates from the spine and stretch classes that build upon a spinal alignment foundation are the most effective in not only preserving healthy organ function (with efficient metabolic processes being one benefit) but also in achieving crazy great flexibility.

There’s never a wrong time to lace up a tap shoe! Tap Basics is perfect for those looking to expand their rhythm experience in a fun, relaxed, no-stress environment. Learn to: Shuffle, flap, pull back, buffalo wing, Suzie Q, Shirley Temple, Cincinnati Flam, Bombershay, Criss Cross double Cramp roll and Irish Flap.  If you have no idea what you just read, you're in the right class! Also great for the student with “an idea” of tap and/or graduate of our Intro to Tap Workshop.

Have dreams of being the next Gene Kelly? Dive into your tap dance history with this unique repertoire class. Recommended for rhythm tappers and show tappers alike. This class moves at a moderate pace, catering to the strong beginner-intermediate/adv student. We will learn original repertoire ranging anywhere from the Vaudeville style of Fred Astaire, the elegance of The Nicholas Brothers, and of course, the excitement of Original Broadway Choreography.

Tap into the whimsical choreographic imagination of longtime Atlanta Tap Master Barry Thomas.  You might not have lived in Atlanta long enough to know about Barry's iconic dance career. But, no matter! If you're looking for a beautifully crafted intermediate level tap class, inspired by years of wisdom and knowledge, here it is. The emphasis in this class is to create rhythmic combinations at an Intermediate pace while building considerable choreographic vocabulary and skills.

From Trinidad to dance 101 Atlanta, Soca has arrived! Not for the faint of heart, this new genre of music and dance is the newest incarnation of calypso (Soca comes from "soul of calypso") and is the soundtrack to Trinidad's Grand Carnival which erupts in the streets of Port of Spain every year in February. With an infectious sound and joyful movement, Soca is quickly gaining international attention.

This class will build upon Beginner Turns & Leaps by incorporating more challenging sequences across-the-floor with Beg/Int level jumps, leaps and turns.  At this level of training, you will develop greater control, technical understanding and strength to not only help you execute more advanced skills, but to also do them safely.  This instructional class is perfect for dancers who are preparing for pro dance team and theatre auditions, as well as those of you who simply want  a few more tricks in your dance bag. 

Fresh off the stage and into the studio, step into this ultra hot, uber fun and sexy Video POP (jazz) class taught by the Pop Diva himself, Peter! From Beyonce's hair whips to Janet Jackson's precision, from Britney's sultry moves to JLo's spice- this class has all the fun stuff without any technical elements.  Bring a towel and bottled water- it's gonna be fire!

Lace up your sneakers; leave your luggage at home. We're bringing Jamaica to you! Weekly schedule needs a shake up? Meditation not burning your stress? Try escaping! Surrender to the infectious, sensual rhythmic sway of Whining - a soft pelvic groove that rides a DanceHall beat.  Taught by resident Dancehall Queen, Queen, this All Levels class is a follow along experience which will relax your mind while your body keeps on movin' movin' and moving some more.