Winter/Spring Class Listings
Winter/Spring 2009-10 Adult Dance and Yoga
New Classes for Spring!
Online Enrollment for many of the dance classes is not available. Classes that do not have an "Enroll Now" button are not eligible for online enrollment. For those classes, please enroll in person or by calling 785/843-2787.
NOTE: Membership discounts cannot be processed through the online enrollment system at this time. To receive your 10% discount, please enroll in person or by calling 785/843-2787.
Fall Semester: August 24-December 19, 2008 (no classes September 5)
Winter/Spring Semester: January 4-May 14, 2010
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Online Enrollment F.A.Q.
The Lawrence Arts Center is proud to offer a variety of classes in the areas of drama, dance, and visual arts for students ages 2-102. As a service to our customers, we offer online enrollment as an option for those wishing to take advantage of our classes. Read on for more information...
How can I enroll online?
Easy! Just log on to our website (www.lawrenceartscenter.org), click "Class Listings," and choose your interest area. When you find the class you want, click "Enroll Now" and follow the directions.
Are all classes open for online enrollment?
No. Some private lessons, pay-per-use classes, and performance opportunities require instructor meetings, auditions, and the like before enrollment can be granted. Therefore, these classes are not available for online enrollment.
Can I use my member/senior citizens discount when I enroll online?
Not at this time. Because our online enrollment setup has no way of verifying eligibility for discounts, we cannot reduce or modify fees when students enroll online. We are continually evaluating our practices, however, and will let you know when this option becomes available. Until then, we will be happy to process member and senior enrollments via phone, fax and walk-in registrations.
Can I set up a payment plan when I enroll online?
Currently, online enrollment accepts only full payments. If you are in the Dance program and would like to make monthly payments, please enroll via phone, fax or walk-in. Students in other programs or those seeking financial aid may also be able to set up payment arrangements, if registering with one of the above methods.
We hope this article has shed a little more light on the online enrollment process. If you have additional questions, please call us at 843-2787 or email questions to lartctr@sunflower.com.
Class Listings
Semester Classes
Ballet training
Ballet I
CDAB12: Tue, 7:45-9:15pm, 1.5 hrs Shannon Pickett
Ballet II CDAB21: Mon, 7:45-9:15pm, 1.5 hrs Cindy Crews
Ballet III (Int/Adv Ballet) CDAB23: Wed, 7:30-9pm, 1.5 hrs Deborah Bettinger
Advanced Ballet CDAB32: Tue, 9-10:30am, 1.5 hrs Cindy Crews
Qualified adults may also enroll in advanced youth classes: CDYB61, CDYB62, CDYB64 and Saturday’s CDYB66.
Beginning Pointe (must also be enrolled in CDAB23) CDABP13: Wed, 9-9:30am, 0.5 hr Deborah Bettinger
Modern Dance Training
Introduction to Modern Dance DAM11: Mon, Jan 11-Mar 8 (8wks, no class Jan 18), 6:15-7:45pm, Fee: $78 Susan Rieger
Introduction to Contact Improvisation
DAM41: Mon, Mar 22-May 10 (8wks), 6:15-7:45pm, Fee: $73 Susan Rieger
To enroll in this class, scroll down to Adult Discovery Classes
Intermediate/Advanced Modern Dance CDAM21: Mon, 7:45-9:15pm, 1.5 hrs Susan Rieger
Advanced Modern Dance CDAM33: Wed, 9-10:30am, 1.5 hrs Susan Rieger
Jazz Training
Beginning/Intermediate Jazz CDAJ12: Tue, 7:30-9pm, 1.5 hrs Molly Gordon
Intermediate/Advanced Jazz CDAJ23: Wed, 7:15-8:45pm, 1.5 hrs Molly Gordon
Tap Training
Beginning Tap CDAT13: Wed, 6:15-7:15pm, 1 hr Molly Gordon
Advanced/Experienced Tap
CDAT25: Fri, 6:45-7:45, 1 hr Maria Thompson Canceled
Yoga, stretch and body training
NEW Yin Yoga Alice Steuerwald
Alice Steuerwald has a wealth of experience in the traditional health field combined with years of study and teaching in yoga and massage therapy. This class targets the connective tissue of the hips, pelvis, and lower spine, bringing your attention inward and unlocking the body and liberating the mind and spirit. You will gain greater body awareness, knowledge of structural issues and knowledge of how to care for yourself.
DAY21: Mondays, noon to 1:00pm, March 22-May 10 (8 weeks) Fee: $80
NEW Body Journey - Yoga especially for Seniors Alice Steuerwald
Alice Steuerwald has a wealth of experience in the traditional health field combined with years of study and teaching in yoga and massage therapy. Her own 28-year journey studying the human body and the human spirit will lead you to an awareness of self through breath and movement and toward a sense of peace and freedom with your body. This class will introduce prana yama, appropriate strength training, micro movement and yoga-all supporting self-empowerment.
DAYS11: Mondays, 10:45-11:45am, March 22-May 10, (8 weeks) Fee: $80
Iyengar Yoga Hannah Cromwell
Iyengar is a classical form of yoga that emphasizes correct alignment so that students reap its full physical and mental benefits — strength, flexibility and clarity of mind. Hannah is a highly trained certified Iyengar Yoga instructor who teaches students to their ability. Please bring a yoga mat. Mixed level class with beginners welcome.
DAY12A: Tue, Jan 19-Mar 9 (8wks), 6:15-7:45pm, Fee: $93
DAY12B: Tue, Mar 23-May 4 (7wks), 6:15-7:45pm, Fee: $81
Ashtanga Yoga Todd Wyant
This intermediate/advanced class explores yoga principles, breathing and flow. The class can be vigorous and previous yoga experience is required.
CDAY24: Thu, 9-10:30am, 1.5 hrs
Noontime Yoga Molly Gordon
Join dance/certified yoga instructor Molly Gordon for this class and be re-energized for the rest of your day.
CDAY13: Wed, noon-1pm, 1 hr
CDAY15: Fri, noon-1pm, 1 hr
Or enroll in both classes: 2 hrs
Stretch and Tone Deborah Bettinger
Deb’s long-time Saturday class focuses on yoga-based stretching and strengthening exercises. Get your body centered and your blood flowing before you get to work and enjoy feeling great all day. (Int/Adv class)
CDAY16: Sat, 8-9am, 1 hr
Discovery Classes For Adults
NEW Spring Flamenco Workshop: Farruca Michelle Heffner Hayes and Guitarist Frank Hoffman
Dancer Michelle Heffner Hayes and Guitarist Frank Hoffman return to the Lawrence Arts Center to teach a workshop in flamenco dance focused on the palo or song form of farruca. Traditionally danced by men, this dance became part of the flamenco repertory for women during the 20th century. It has a uniquely dramatic character. This course teaches flamenco dance techniques from their most basic elements: postura (posture), brazeo (arm movements), floreo (hand movements), marcaje (marking steps), and zapateado (footwork). Students also learn about the basic musical structure of flamenco to better inform their dancing. No dance experience is necessary, and previous students are encouraged to return to refine their practice.
DAS76: Saturdays, May 1- June 12 (6 wks), 1:30-3:00pm, Fee: $90.
Basic Ballroom Blue Barrand / Christie Curtis
Learn the basic ballroom dances from this delightful, award-wnning father-daughter team. This beginning social ballroom class will teach basic moves to get you and your partner out dancing confidently on the floor. Includes ballroom (Foxtrot, Swing, Waltz) and/or Latin dances.
DAS14B: Thu, Jan 14-Mar 4 (8wks), 7:30-8:30pm, Fee: $78 per couple (Please call 785/843-2787 to inquire about space availability in this class.)
Dads and Daughters Ballroom Christie Curtis / Blue Barrand
Dads, spend some quality time with your daughters (ages 8-18) while learning the classic ballroom dances from this father/daughter duo. Couples will perform on the stage for family and friends. Don’t miss this great opportunity!
DYS44: Thu, Mar 25-May 13 (8wks), 6:30-7:30pm, Fee: $58 per couple
Performance: Fri, May 14, 7pm (part of Gala 2010)
Swing LAC Staff
East Coast Swing, West Coast Swing, Big Band Swing and so much more. This is a wonderful, fun class for couples. Learn how swing dancing varies from era to era and place to place, and learn to do lots of fun twirls and twists that make swing so popular.
DAS24: Thu, Mar 25-May 13 (8wks), 7:30-8:30pm, Fee: $78 per couple
Diverse Dance Molly Gordon
This class is designed for people with diverse physical and mental abilities. Students will improvise using different types of music and props. The class focuses on each person’s ability to move creatively. This class is wheelchair accessible.
DAS14A: Tue, Jan 12-Mar 2 (8wks), 2-3pm, Fee: $73
DAS14B: Tue, Mar 23-May 11 (8wks), 2-3pm, Fee: $73
Introduction to Contact Improvisation Susan Rieger
This exciting form of Improvisation teaches the basic principles of moving with a partner through a series of safe exercises. The class begins at low levels and progresses to effortless lifting as skills increase. Open to all levels. Wear comfortable clothing that covers the arms and legs.
DAM41: Mon, Mar 22-May 10 (8wks), 6:15-7:45pm, Fee: $73
Annual Tuition For Youth And Adult Dance Classes
For all dance classes at the Lawrence Arts Center, it is necessary to enroll for each semester separately. Tuition for most dance classes is charged for the Fall Semester (August-December, 2009) and a longer Winter/Spring Semester (January-May, 2010). A monthly payment plan is also available. The fee is based on the total number of hours of study per week. As the number of hours/classes per week increases, the overall rate per hour decreases.
Family discount! The monthly rate is based on the total hours of study per week for all enrolling members of a family living in the same household.
Discovery classes, performances classes, and special workshops are priced individually. See course descriptions for information.
Monthly payment plan:
First payment is due at enrollment.
Additional payments are due on the first day of each month of that semester. NEW! In May the payment is half the regular monthly amount. We do not send bills or reminders. If payment is not received on or before the 10th of the month, a $10 late fee is due in addition to the regular monthly payment. Students are liable for the cost of the entire semester unless we receive notice of intent towithdraw in writing. Notification must be received prior to the first of the month in which you will no longer be attending to avoid extra payments.
Winter/Spring Semester: January 4-May 14, 2010 (re-enrollment is required) (Please see dance program calendar on page 23 for holidays, breaks and performances)
| Hours per week | Four Monthly Payments (plus half Semester payment in May) | Winter/Spring Semester 2010 |
| 45 min. to 1 hour/week | $39 | $164 |
| 1.5 hours/week | 51 | 217 |
| 2.0 hours/week | 63 | 270 |
| 2.5 hours/week | 78 | 337 |
| 3.0 hours/week | 89 | 387 |
| 3.5 hours/week | 103 | 452 |
| 4.0 hours/week | 108 | 473 |
| 4.5 hours/week | 121 | 532 |
| 5.0 hours/week | 128 | 564 |
| 5.5 hours/week | 134 | 591 |
| 6.0 hours/week | 146 | 645 |
| 6,5 hours/week | 158 | 699 |
| 7.0 hours/week | 170 | 753 |
| 7.5 hrs/wk or more per student | 182 | 806 |
All single classes must be paid for in advance.
Dance Class Cards: You may purchase a Dance Class Card for up to four adult classes and use it for any adult class during the semester. Adult classes only!
1 hr classes: $11 per class up to 3 classes/ $43 for 4 classes
1.5 hr classes: $15 per class up to 3 classes/ $55 for 4 classes