Urban Movement Arts (UMA) welcomes adults of all ages and experience levels to explore wellness, dance, and performance.
Our programs and classes bring out the joy of discovering new ways of being and moving in the world.
*Artwork by Lynnea Holland Weiss and Dan Isaac Bortz
Our programs and classes bring out the joy of discovering new ways of being and moving in the world.
*Artwork by Lynnea Holland Weiss and Dan Isaac Bortz
online classes are Up!
UMA's downtown location is closed in compliance with state mandate.
Global Pandemic = stay home!
Are you getting our Newsletter? It has critical updates during this wacky time, plus Vince's usual philosophical musings and internet nuggets. Scroll down to the bottom of this page and sign up for our newsletter if you're not currently receiving updates from us.
Global Pandemic = stay home!
Are you getting our Newsletter? It has critical updates during this wacky time, plus Vince's usual philosophical musings and internet nuggets. Scroll down to the bottom of this page and sign up for our newsletter if you're not currently receiving updates from us.
for now....practice social distancing...
... but stay in touch!
we're on Facebook & IG: @urbanmovementarts
collage: Mark "Metal" Wong
THE FOLLOWING PROGRAMMING IS NOT AVAILABLE ONLINE.
WE'RE JUST LEAVING IT HERE ON THE HOMEPAGE IN THE HOPES THIS WILL ALL BE OVER SOON.
how to start dancing:
Come take class! We recommend the Intro Month so you can try all the classes and find your groove. It's $40 for 30 days!
Go here if you're feeling like a freaked out beginner. Go here for more info on classes. You can pay us in person before class. We take cash and major credit cards.
Or, to reserve a spot, you can use the Mind Body App on your phone to register and pay. The Mindy Body App a convenient way to sign up and pay for classes from your smart phone.
Go here if you're feeling like a freaked out beginner. Go here for more info on classes. You can pay us in person before class. We take cash and major credit cards.
Or, to reserve a spot, you can use the Mind Body App on your phone to register and pay. The Mindy Body App a convenient way to sign up and pay for classes from your smart phone.
featured classes
handstands with cole burgioMarch 14 & 28!
2 - 3:30 pm postponed til further notice Cole Burgio of Alamanac Dance Theater will be holding two handstanding workshops at UMA in March. We suggest you attend both, but you are also welcome to attend just one. Cole is an international circus performer and brilliant performer. You don't want to miss this chance to get upside-down. Regular UMA pricing applies. |
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swing Dance with ragtag empire!
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salsa | 8 week series
with laurel card
Next Series: starts march 1
COVID 19 Update: Laurel is testing out offering classes, privates, and dance parties online while UMA works to build a comprehensive platform.
Email laurel directly for details: laurelecard@gmail.com
All 8 WEEK SERIES INCLUDE: 1 FREE DROP IN with Laurel (Solo Salsa or Solo Bachata) + discount on PRIVATE LESSON.
Purchase!
$80 for Eight Week Series
See Class Descriptions for more info on content and levels.
Email laurel directly for details: laurelecard@gmail.com
All 8 WEEK SERIES INCLUDE: 1 FREE DROP IN with Laurel (Solo Salsa or Solo Bachata) + discount on PRIVATE LESSON.
Purchase!
$80 for Eight Week Series
See Class Descriptions for more info on content and levels.
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MONDAY
7:30 - 8:30 pm Beginner Bachata SUNDAYS
2:00 - 3:00 pm Beginner Salsa 1 (A) for new folks! 3:00 - 4:00 pm Beginner Salsa 2 (B) 4:00 - 5:00 pm Adv. Beg. Salsa |
Tai Chi 12 Week Series with tom updegrove
COVID 19 update: Tom will be taking his class online soon
Sign up Now!
Wednesdays 7:30 pm
February 5th - April 22nd
live forever, be present, prevent injury, clear your mind, meditate in motion.
more about Tom, our incredible teacher, here.
Did you know we have weekly drop in QiGong classes at 6:30 pm.
Sign up Now!
Wednesdays 7:30 pm
February 5th - April 22nd
live forever, be present, prevent injury, clear your mind, meditate in motion.
more about Tom, our incredible teacher, here.
Did you know we have weekly drop in QiGong classes at 6:30 pm.
parties & performances
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salsa student showcase & DanceSTUDENT SHOWCASE & SOCIAL DANCE!
March 20 to be rescheduled due to COVID 19 8 pm til Midnight Student Showcase starts at 8-8:30pm. Open dance floor until midnight. No partner needed. All levels welcome. Come practice your Salsa and Bachata skills in a relaxed atmosphere. This party is open to everyone and of all levels. UMA students can get a taste of Salsa in a party environment . Our doors are also open to folks new to UMA; it's an invitation to see what our UMA community is all about. Come dance with us! For all of you Laurel regulars, this is a time to practice what you've done in classes. |
Vince Johnson, Denzel Thompson, and Mark Wong doing...???...at a Philly Kerplop performance Summer 2018. photo: lily kind
featured practice playlist
Riot has compiled an epic list of funky tunes for practicing Locking. Check out his 'Lockness playlist on UMA's Spotify!