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Open Company Class

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Select Mondays/Wednesdays 10-11 a.m.

Led by company dancers, Amanda Selwyn Dance Theatre Company Class focuses on modern and contemporary dance fundamentals, creativity, and full-bodied expression. Perfect for dancers looking to refine their skills and connect with a professional dance community.

Yoga Flow
with Amanda Selwyn

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Select Fridays 4-5:30 p.m. 

 

Experience a dynamic and creative sequence in our 90-minute Yoga Flow class that blends strength, flexibility, and mindfulness to create a full-body practice that leaves you feeling balanced and energized. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced practitioner, the flow is adaptable to your level, offering options for modifications and deeper variations. Each session encourages awareness of the breath, alignment, and a sense of ease as you move through postures with grace and intention. Come ready to build heat, enhance flexibility, and cultivate inner calm. This class is perfect for those looking to improve their yoga practice, relieve stress, or simply enjoy a moving meditation.

Standing Down Straight®
Voice & Movement Workshop
with Billy Siegenfeld

Times & Description
Mon, February 2, 2026 | 10-11:30 a.m.

This workshop offers anatomically fact-based information as to how the body wants to work without causing strain or injury. Together, we’ll explore how to use anatomy and gravity to produce joy.
Standing Down Straight® (SDS) is a voice-and-movement training method developed by Billy Siegenfeld, founder of the theatre company Jump Rhythm®. This approach emphasizes gravity-directed relaxation, allowing individuals to do performative or everyday tasks with reduced strain and heightened efficiency—to find power in relaxation to prevent strain and injury.

Standing Down Straight®
Swing Dance Workshop
with Billy Siegenfeld

Times & Description
Mon, February 2, 2026 | 12-1:30 p.m.
 

Valentine's Day Sizzle
Salsa Social

Times & Description
Fri, February 13, 2026 | 6-7:30 p.m.
 
Heat up your Valentine’s Day with the passion and energy of salsa with Angélica Barbosa and Isaac Kerr! Whether you’re a beginner or have some moves under your belt, this special class will have you and your partner (or solo) dancing with flair. Learn sizzling footwork, smooth partner spins, and vibrant rhythms that make salsa irresistible.

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Mon, March 9, 2026

International Women’s Day Event: Fireside chat with Dr. Gillian Goddard & Restorative Yoga with Amanda Selwyn

Join us for a special International Women’s Day gathering featuring Gillian Goddard, MD, internist and founder of The Savvy Patient, for an evening centered on women’s health, informed self-advocacy, and restoration.

The event will begin with a 45-minute fireside chat and discussion with Dr. Goddard, offering practical insights into hormones, midlife health, and how women can better navigate the medical system. This will be followed by 45 minutes of restorative yoga with Amanda Selwyn, creating space to integrate the conversation through rest and mindful movement.

Dr. Goddard will also share her new book, The Hormone Loop, a guide to understanding how hormones shape our health and how to work with them—not against them.

In celebration of the community, Dr. Goddard will donate $1 to Notes in Motion / Amanda Selwyn Dance Theatre for every book pre-order made as a result of this event, as well as 10% of every newsletter subscription (annual subscription: $80 or $8/month).

Latin Dance Fundamentals
with Angélica Barbosa

Times & Description

This open-level class welcomes everyone, from beginners to those with dance experience who want to dive deeper into the fundamentals of Latin styles such as salsa, Merengue and Bachata. We will break down fundamentals of body movement, arm styling, footwork and basic partner work. Throughout the sessions, we’ll enjoy a mix of Latin and international music, combining slow and fast rhythms to challenge memory and physical response. All components of the class are designed to help you develop your personal style by discovering what feels best for your body.

Graham Technique
with Vera Paganin

Times & Description

 

This open-level Graham Modern class welcomes dancers of all abilities and ages to explore the foundational techniques of Martha Graham’s iconic modern dance style. The class includes a thorough warm-up and floor work with accessible sequences, followed by center exercises, and dynamic movement across the floor, emphasizing breath, shift of the weight, and quality of movement.

Jazz Technique
with Isaac Kerr

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In this Open Level Jazz Technique with Isaac Kerr, you will learn the broad range of Jazz techniques and styles, including Musical Theatre, Contemporary Jazz, Comp Jazz, and Classic Jazz. In this class, you will learn Jazz fundamentals, lively jazz progressions, and combinations in an open and inclusive environment. Class will include variations to match individual skill levels.

Contemporary Partnering with Michelle & Caleb

Register TODAY!
Thursdays 2:30-4 p.m.
January 15, February 26

This is a co-taught Contemporary Partnering class with Michelle Thompson and Caleb Patterson. The class will start with a warm up, move to foundational partnering exercises and skills, and then learn choreography. Come with a friend or by yourself and we will pair you up.

Pro Level Ballet
with Manon Hallay


90-minute Professional Level Ballet offers a focused, fast-paced Ballet barre, adagio, and center work. A great space to refine and keep technique sharp in a warm community environment.

Latin Dance Partnering
with Angélica & Isaac

Fri, December 19, 2025 | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

This open Latin Workshop welcomes all to learn the fundamentals of Latin dance and partner work. The workshop will focus on Salsa, with elements of other styles including Merengue and Bachata. Participants will learn the principles of leading and following, rhythm, coordination, and fun steps that can be incorporated into their dance residencies. The class will also include a brief overview of the historical context of Latin dance, fundamental steps, and partner interaction. By the end of the session, participants will learn and practice a short partner sequence.

Theatre Jazz
with Rachel Gary

Thu, November 6, 2025 | 3-4:30 p.m.

In this musical theater dance workshop, participants will explore a snapshot of theater history and discover how visionary choreographers have shaped the art form. The session will then move into a dynamic jazz-based warm-up and an expressive combination designed to highlight musicality and storytelling.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month! 
Traditional Mexican Folk Dance 
with Lorena Jaramillo

Tues, October 14, 2025 | 1-3:00 p.m

This workshop will look into how to teach and adapt traditional Mexican folk dance styles for a variety of ages. Using Jarabe Tapatío as an example, participants will learn an adapted version of the dance and participate in a warm up and creative exploration activity to better understand how to teach different styles in the Notes and Motion teaching model.

African Dance Forms
& LIVE Percussion
with Kiara Paige

February 18, 2025 | 1:30-3 p.m.

Participants were immersed in the vibrant energy of West African dance in this dynamic class accompanied by live drumming. Rooted in the rich traditions of West African movement, this class explores the rhythms, cultural significance, and expressive power of traditional dances from regions such as Guinea, Mali, and/or Senegal.With the pulsating beats of a live percussionist guiding each step, students will learn fundamental movements, footwork, and combinations that celebrate the connection between dance and rhythm.

Celebrate Dance NYC!
Modern Dance Pioneers
with Lindsey Jennings

June 17, 2025 | 5:30-7 p.m.

This workshop unpacked the techniques, aesthetics, and legacies of three iconic NYC Modern Dance Pioneers: Katherine Dunham, Trisha Brown, and Deborah Hay. Participants learned a short historical synopsis of each artists’ life and work before physically embodying some of the fundamentals and techniques that they worked within in their careers. Come ready to learn some fun history facts, discuss our own dance lineages, and DANCE!

Eastern Folk Dance
with Vera Paganin &
Haley Yegorov

November 19, 2024 4:30-6 p.m.

Participants learned the social and cultural significance of dance throughout history in this Eastern Folk Dance workshop. It highlighted dances marking holidays, celebrations, and traditions of various cultures, and unpacked the history of three Eastern Folk dance styles and their impact on our community today.

Dynamic Dance
Making with
Rohan Bhargavasla

December 10, 2024 5:15-6:45 p.m.

This workshop equips teaching artists with practical tools to create choreography for youth and young adults. Drawing from over a decade of experience working with public schools, colleges, and professional dance companies, Rohan shares his approach to crafting dynamic, visually compelling pieces while fostering engagement and commitment from dancers. The workshop was structured as a hands-on crash course where participants collaborated to create a short choreographic piece, experimenting with a variety of creative tools in real time.

Global Dance Experience
Celebrate International Dance
Day with Bailey Randolph

April 29, 2025 | 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Participants learned popular line dances and contributed  to a master fusion phrase featuring dance steps from around the world.

K-Pop
Essentials
with Yang Sun

March 18, 2025 | 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. 
Participants learned some iconic K-pop moves followed by choreography involving dynamic tempo and formation changes. Workshop included a brief history about the evolution of K-pop from the 70s to present day, and will cover dance styles from iconic K-pop groups such as Black Pink, BTS, Big Bang, EXO, Red Velvet, and Katseye.

Intro to
STEP Dance
with Azriel Wallace

June 6, 2025 | 4-5:30 p.m.

This workshop taught fundamental Stepping history and movement. Participants  created percussive rhythms through footwork, clapping, and body slapping. Students also learned of the importance of synchronization as well as the influences behind Stepping.
 

Structured Improv &
LIVE Percussion
with Iren Kamyshev

January 21, 2025 | 5:15-6:45 p.m.

Participants discovered  the power of movement and rhythm in this workshop blending structured improvisation with live percussion. This class combined improvisational tasks and structured exercises to build comfort, expand dance vocabulary, and respond instinctively to music. Participants explored creativity, develop communication skills, and engage through safe touch, sound, and shared energy. The tools learned can be adapted to any dance practice.

Open Company Class

Times & Description
Register TODAY!
Select Mondays/Wednesdays 10-11 a.m.

Led by company dancers, Amanda Selwyn Dance Theatre Company Class focuses on modern and contemporary dance fundamentals, creativity, and full-bodied expression. Perfect for dancers looking to refine their skills and connect with a professional dance community.

Yoga Flow
with Amanda Selwyn

Times & Description
Register TODAY!
Select Fridays 4-5:30 p.m. 

Experience a dynamic and creative sequence in our 90-minute Yoga Flow class that blends strength, flexibility, and mindfulness to create a full-body practice that leaves you feeling balanced and energized. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced practitioner, the flow is adaptable to your level, offering options for modifications and deeper variations. Each session encourages awareness of the breath, alignment, and a sense of ease as you move through postures with grace and intention. Come ready to build heat, enhance flexibility, and cultivate inner calm. This class is perfect for those looking to improve their yoga practice, relieve stress, or simply enjoy a moving meditation.

Standing Down Straight®
Voice & Movement Workshop
with Billy Siegenfeld

Times & Description
Mon, February 2, 2026 | 10-11:30 a.m.

This workshop offers anatomically fact-based information as to how the body wants to work without causing strain or injury. Together, we’ll explore how to use anatomy and gravity to produce joy.
Standing Down Straight® (SDS) is a voice-and-movement training method developed by Billy Siegenfeld, founder of the theatre company Jump Rhythm®. This approach emphasizes gravity-directed relaxation, allowing individuals to do performative or everyday tasks with reduced strain and heightened efficiency—to find power in relaxation to prevent strain and injury.

Standing Down Straight®
Swing Dance Workshop
with Billy Siegenfeld

Times & Description
Mon, February 2, 2026 | 12-1:30 p.m.
 

Valentine's Day Sizzle
with Angélica & Isaac

Times & Description
Fri, February 13, 2026 | 6-7:30 p.m.
 
Heat up your Valentine’s Day with the passion and energy of salsa with Angélica Barbosa and Isaac Kerr! Whether you’re a beginner or have some moves under your belt, this special class will have you and your partner (or solo) dancing with flair. Learn sizzling footwork, smooth partner spins, and vibrant rhythms that make salsa irresistible.

Becoming a Savvy Patient
with Dr. Gillian Goddard

Times & Description
Mon, March 9, 2026
 

International Women’s Day Event: Fireside chat with Dr. Gillian Goddard & Restorative Yoga with Amanda Selwyn

Join us for a special International Women’s Day gathering featuring Gillian Goddard, MD, internist and founder of The Savvy Patient, for an evening centered on women’s health, informed self-advocacy, and restoration.

The event will begin with a 45-minute fireside chat and discussion with Dr. Goddard, offering practical insights into hormones, midlife health, and how women can better navigate the medical system. This will be followed by 45 minutes of restorative yoga with Amanda Selwyn, creating space to integrate the conversation through rest and mindful movement.

Dr. Goddard will also share her new book, The Hormone Loop, a guide to understanding how hormones shape our health and how to work with them—not against them.

In celebration of the community, Dr. Goddard will donate $1 to Notes in Motion / Amanda Selwyn Dance Theatre for every book pre-order made as a result of this event, as well as 10% of every newsletter subscription (annual subscription: $80 or $8/month).

Jazz Technique
with Isaac Kerr

In this Open Level Jazz Technique with Isaac Kerr, you will learn the broad range of Jazz techniques and styles, including Musical Theatre, Contemporary Jazz, Comp Jazz, and Classic Jazz. In this class, you will learn Jazz fundamentals, lively jazz progressions, and combinations in an open and inclusive environment. Class will include variations to match individual skill levels.

Latin Dance Fundamentals
with Angélica Barbosa

Register TODAY!
Saturdays 12:15-1:15 p.m.
 
This open-level class welcomes everyone, from beginners to those with dance experience who want to dive deeper into the fundamentals of Latin styles such as salsa, Merengue and Bachata. We will break down fundamentals of body movement, arm styling, footwork and basic partner work. Throughout the sessions, we’ll enjoy a mix of Latin and international music, combining slow and fast rhythms to challenge memory and physical response. All components of the class are designed to help you develop your personal style by discovering what feels best for your body.

Contemporary Partnering with Michelle Thompson & Caleb Patterson

Times & Description

Register TODAY!
Thursdays 2:30-4 p.m.
January 15, February 26

This is a co-taught Contemporary Partnering class with Michelle Thompson and Caleb Patterson. The class will start with a warm up, move to foundational partnering exercises and skills, and then learn choreography. Come with a friend or by yourself and we will pair you up.

Latin Dance Partnering
with Angélica & Isaac

Times & Description
Fri, December 19, 2025 | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
 
This open Latin Workshop welcomes all to learn the fundamentals of Latin dance and partner work. The workshop will focus on Salsa, with elements of other styles including Merengue and Bachata. Participants will learn the principles of leading and following, rhythm, coordination, and fun steps that can be incorporated into their dance residencies. The class will also include a brief overview of the historical context of Latin dance, fundamental steps, and partner interaction. By the end of the session, participants will learn and practice a short partner sequence.

Graham Technique
with Vera Paganin

Times & Description
 
This open-level Graham Modern class welcomes dancers of all abilities and ages to explore the foundational techniques of Martha Graham’s iconic modern dance style. The class includes a thorough warm-up and floor work with accessible sequences, followed by center exercises, and dynamic movement across the floor, emphasizing breath, shift of the weight, and quality of movement.

Pro Level Ballet
with Manon Hallay

Times & Description
 
90-minute Professional Level Ballet offers a focused, fast-paced Ballet barre, adagio, and center work. A great space to refine and keep technique sharp in a warm community environment.

African Dance Forms & LIVE Percussion
with Kiara Paige

February 18, 2025 | 1:30-3 p.m.
Participants were immersed in the vibrant energy of West African dance in this dynamic class accompanied by live drumming. Rooted in the rich traditions of West African movement, this class explores the rhythms, cultural significance, and expressive power of traditional dances from regions such as Guinea, Mali, and/or Senegal.With the pulsating beats of a live percussionist guiding each step, students will learn fundamental movements, footwork, and combinations that celebrate the connection between dance and rhythm.

Dynamic Dance Making
with Rohan Bhargava

December 10, 2024 5:15-6:45 p.m.
This workshop equips teaching artists with practical tools to create choreography for youth and young adults. Drawing from over a decade of experience working with public schools, colleges, and professional dance companies, Rohan shares his approach to crafting dynamic, visually compelling pieces while fostering engagement and commitment from dancers. The workshop was structured as a hands-on crash course where participants collaborated to create a short choreographic piece, experimenting with a variety of creative tools in real time.

Eastern Folk Dance
with Vera Paganin

November 19, 2024 4:30-6 p.m.
Participants learned the social and cultural significance of dance throughout history in this Eastern Folk Dance workshop. It highlighted dances marking holidays, celebrations, and traditions of various cultures, and unpacked the history of three Eastern Folk dance styles and their impact on our community today.

Global Dance Experience
with Bailey Randolph

April 29, 2025 | 10:30 a.m. -12 p.m.
Participants learned popular line dances and contributed  to a master fusion phrase featuring dance steps from around the world.

K-Pop Essentials
with Yang Sun

March 18, 2025 | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Participants learned some iconic K-pop moves followed by choreography involving dynamic tempo and formation changes. Workshop included a brief history about the evolution of K-pop from the 70s to present day, and will cover dance styles from iconic K-pop groups such as Black Pink, BTS, Big Bang, EXO, Red Velvet, and Katseye.

Intro to STEP Dance
with Azriel Wallace

June 6, 2025 | 4-5:30 p.m.
This workshop taught fundamental Stepping history and movement. Participants  created percussive rhythms through footwork, clapping, and body slapping. Students also learned of the importance of synchronization as well as the influences behind Stepping.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month! Traditional Mexican Folk Dance
with Lorena Jaramillo

Tues, October 14, 2025 | 1-3:00 p.m

This workshop will look into how to teach and adapt traditional Mexican folk dance styles for a variety of ages. Using Jarabe Tapatío as an example, participants will learn an adapted version of the dance and participate in a warm up and creative exploration activity to better understand how to teach different styles in the Notes and Motion teaching model.

Theatre Jazz
with Rachel Gary

Thurs, November 6, 2025 | 3-4:30 p.m.

In this musical theater dance workshop, participants will explore a snapshot of theater history and discover how visionary choreographers have shaped the art form. The session will then move into a dynamic jazz-based warm-up and an expressive combination designed to highlight musicality and storytelling.

Structured Improv & LIVE Percussion
with Iren Kamyshev

January 21, 2025 | 5:15-6:45 p.m.
Participants discovered  the power of movement and rhythm in this workshop blending structured improvisation with live percussion. This class combined improvisational tasks and structured exercises to build comfort, expand dance vocabulary, and respond instinctively to music. Participants explored creativity, develop communication skills, and engage through safe touch, sound, and shared energy. The tools learned can be adapted to any dance practice.

Women Dance Pioneers
with Lindsey Jennings

June 17, 2025 | 5:30-7 p.m.
This workshop unpacked the techniques, aesthetics, and legacies of three iconic NYC Modern Dance Pioneers: Katherine Dunham, Trisha Brown, and Deborah Hay. Participants learned a short historical synopsis of each artists’ life and work before physically embodying some of the fundamentals and techniques that they worked within in their careers. Come ready to learn some fun history facts, discuss our own dance lineages, and DANCE!
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