We offer classes at reduced sizes in-studio. We also offer live streaming classes as an alternative option!
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UMA Updated Mask Policy- Effective 8/23/21
MASKS REQUIRED FOR ALL. We will be moving back to requiring masks for everyone while in the building. Previously we have allowed vaccinated folks to take their masks off in class if they provided proof of vaccination. Moving forward, we will no longer be checking proof of vaccination. In order to stay in compliance with the city's mandates, we will require masks for everyone attending classes.
We hope that these steps will help us protect our community. Thank you in advance for your cooperation and understanding!
MASKS REQUIRED FOR ALL. We will be moving back to requiring masks for everyone while in the building. Previously we have allowed vaccinated folks to take their masks off in class if they provided proof of vaccination. Moving forward, we will no longer be checking proof of vaccination. In order to stay in compliance with the city's mandates, we will require masks for everyone attending classes.
We hope that these steps will help us protect our community. Thank you in advance for your cooperation and understanding!
Lindy Hop Workshops!
Beginner and intermediate level lindy hop workshops @ uma
Taught by Mary Ludwig and Nick Cruickshank
Beginners Workshop
November 13th
4:30-7:30pm
In this beginner-level workshop we’ll focus on reviving our spins & turns, reactivating our tension and compression, and swingin’ out with style to some great jazz music. This lesson is perfect for dancers who have already learned basic six and eight count moves, and are looking to bring those back with a little extra pizzazz.
Intermediate Workshop
November 14th
4:30-7:30pm
For our intermediate-level dancers, we’ll be going all out on reconnecting to the music. We’ll dive back into the sounds of the swing era and how they influence our movement. Then we’ll follow the melodies & rhythms to take our technique up a notch. Get ready to cap it off with an exciting back-and-forth sequence & jam that puts it all together.
November 13th
4:30-7:30pm
In this beginner-level workshop we’ll focus on reviving our spins & turns, reactivating our tension and compression, and swingin’ out with style to some great jazz music. This lesson is perfect for dancers who have already learned basic six and eight count moves, and are looking to bring those back with a little extra pizzazz.
Intermediate Workshop
November 14th
4:30-7:30pm
For our intermediate-level dancers, we’ll be going all out on reconnecting to the music. We’ll dive back into the sounds of the swing era and how they influence our movement. Then we’ll follow the melodies & rhythms to take our technique up a notch. Get ready to cap it off with an exciting back-and-forth sequence & jam that puts it all together.
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Register for the Beginner Workshop
$45 for the 3 hour workshop
Purchase the Beginners workshop by choosing Lead or Follow below, then sign into the class through the schedule page or MindBody to secure your spot! |
Register for the Intermediate Workshop
$45 for the 3 hour workshop
Purchase the Intermediate workshop by choosing Lead or Follow below, then sign into the class through the schedule page or MindBody to secure your spot! |
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Dinner and Dessert: 10/25-10/31
Dinner and Dessert is a weekly, rotating class card special. Each week we will offer various 2-class combos for $20. The menu changes each week. You'll be able to see what's on the menu through our newsletter and here! Specials will be announced Wednesday and must be purchased before the following Wednesday when new specials will come out.
Instructions: Purchase the 2 class combo you desire, then sign into BOTH of the classes using the purchased pass through the website or MindBody to ensure a spot.
Latin dance Party
Latin Dance Practice Party
Saturday, October 30th
@ Urban Movement Arts
2100 Chestnut St.
Lesson: 8:00-9:00
Party: 9:00-Midnight
Tickets: $10
*Masks required*
The evening will include a beginner lesson in salsa and bachata partnering, followed by social dancing in a welcoming club-like environment.
Saturday, October 30th
@ Urban Movement Arts
2100 Chestnut St.
Lesson: 8:00-9:00
Party: 9:00-Midnight
Tickets: $10
*Masks required*
The evening will include a beginner lesson in salsa and bachata partnering, followed by social dancing in a welcoming club-like environment.
Intro Month sale:
$40 for 1 Month of Unlimited Classes
Available for purchase throughout the month of October
*Only available for students new to UMA*
Expires 1 month after purchase
*Memberships do not include series (current series: Salsa Partnering, Bachata Partnering and Capoeira Movement)
Available for purchase throughout the month of October
*Only available for students new to UMA*
Expires 1 month after purchase
*Memberships do not include series (current series: Salsa Partnering, Bachata Partnering and Capoeira Movement)
Latin Partner Dance series with Laurel card
OCTOBER 26th-DECEMBER 23rd
8 Lesson in Salsa Partnering and 8 Lessons in Bachata Partnering
*No class November 23rd or 25th*
Pricing: $139 for 8 classes
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Levels Offered: Fundamentals and Advanced Beginner
Level Breakdown:
Fundamentals: The fundamental level class is an 8 week series for the absolute beginner with little to no experience. This is a progressive series, each class building from the prior one, intended to give you the fundamentals (timing, basic steps, lead and follow, shines, turns and combos) and confidence to build your first steps as a Salsa and Bachata dancer. It's the perfect course to get you ready for the dance floor. NO experience necessary. Students as instructed as a group with rotating partners.
Advanced Beginner: The advanced beginner class will build upon your basic fundamentals. You will be introduced to more challenging patterns and combos. Each week we progressively add on new steps building up to a full combo on the fourth week. This will leave you with a longer combo of steps for you to continue to practice and get into your muscle memory. The only requirement to join in on this class is that you have taken a complete Fundamentals series at least once (preferably a few times) NO partner is required or necessary. Students are instructed as a group with rotating partners.
NOTE: Only participants who have taken the Fundamentals (or an equivalent entry level partner class) with Laurel previously AT LEAST once may sign up for the Advanced Beginner Level.
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8 Lesson in Salsa Partnering and 8 Lessons in Bachata Partnering
*No class November 23rd or 25th*
Pricing: $139 for 8 classes
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Levels Offered: Fundamentals and Advanced Beginner
Level Breakdown:
Fundamentals: The fundamental level class is an 8 week series for the absolute beginner with little to no experience. This is a progressive series, each class building from the prior one, intended to give you the fundamentals (timing, basic steps, lead and follow, shines, turns and combos) and confidence to build your first steps as a Salsa and Bachata dancer. It's the perfect course to get you ready for the dance floor. NO experience necessary. Students as instructed as a group with rotating partners.
Advanced Beginner: The advanced beginner class will build upon your basic fundamentals. You will be introduced to more challenging patterns and combos. Each week we progressively add on new steps building up to a full combo on the fourth week. This will leave you with a longer combo of steps for you to continue to practice and get into your muscle memory. The only requirement to join in on this class is that you have taken a complete Fundamentals series at least once (preferably a few times) NO partner is required or necessary. Students are instructed as a group with rotating partners.
NOTE: Only participants who have taken the Fundamentals (or an equivalent entry level partner class) with Laurel previously AT LEAST once may sign up for the Advanced Beginner Level.
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To Register:
1) All participants must sign up under their own account (couples cannot purchase together)
2) Select which level you would like to attend and purchase the class using the buttons below
3) Sign into the class through MindBody or our Schedule Page (search the day of the class on the calendar and click "BOOK" on the right hand side across from the class listing)
1) All participants must sign up under their own account (couples cannot purchase together)
2) Select which level you would like to attend and purchase the class using the buttons below
3) Sign into the class through MindBody or our Schedule Page (search the day of the class on the calendar and click "BOOK" on the right hand side across from the class listing)
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Salsa Partnering Classes:
Salsa Partnering Fundamentals:
Tuesdays 7:00-8:00pm Advanced Beginner Salsa Partnering:
*Requirements: Participant must have completed at least 1 series of the Fundamentals level or have instructor approval Tuesdays 8:00-9:00pm |
Bachata Partnering Classes:
Bachata Partnering Fundamentals:
Thursdays 7:00-8:00pm Advanced Beginner Bachata Partnering:
*Requirements: Participant must have completed at least 1 series of the Fundamentals level or have instructor approval Thursdays 8:00-9:00pm |
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Mural 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.
Mural Artwork by Lynnea Holland Weiss and Dan Isaac Bortz