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Ladies and Gentlemen,

I am officially BACK from maternity leave and both Eldon and myself will be teaching 5 and 10 lesson wedding packages in tandem, helping building the community of wedding couples at The Dance Loft.
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PARTNER DANCE
Working with Val and Zoe, you have many programs to choose from:

Introduction Special

This will be a dance consultation, evaluation and lesson to determine the best program for your individual needs.

 

 

 

Wedding Dance

Your wedding dance is an intimate expression of love and happiness. Your 1st dance is the beginning of a lifetime of joyful celebrations as husband and wife.

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Social Dance
Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango,
Salsa, Cha-Cha, Rumba,
East Coast Swing

This will provide you with a broad introduction to the most popular social dances. This program is especially good for new dancers and those wanting to build a well-rounded dance foundation.

Club Dance
Cuban Salsa, Lindy Hop,
West Coast Swing,
Argentine Tango

Learn the hottest moves being danced in the clubs today! Learn the art of lead and follow along with styling and improvisation.

Competition

In this program, you and I will prepare to dance together in a regional competition. Dressed for the occasion, you will perform a solo routine to a minimum of six dances of your choice with other students of a similar dance level.

Showcase
Think "Dancing With The Stars"

Showcases are a unique and exhilarating way to develop showmanship and camaraderie with other dancers. You can also use your routine as a solo number in a competition. A showcase will take your dancing to a new level and provide you with an unprecedented sense of accomplishment.

Not So Strictly Ballroom
Where Same Sex Dancing
Is Not So Queer!

I believe that competence and excellence in dancing is not only achieved by learning to lead or follow, but by exchanging roles and dancing with the same sex. I invite gay and lesbian dancers to learn in a warm and friendly environment, The Dance Loft, where everyone is welcome!

Find Your Soul With Your Mates at
The Dance Loft

Do you wish that you were able to see your friends more but not always at expensive restaurants or loud bars and clubs? For a group of 4 or more, enjoy a night with your hosts, Val Cunningham and Zoe Marshall-Rashid, at THE DANCE LOFT, where you can enjoy dancing, eating, drinking and mingling with your friends!


Packages to choose from:

STANDARD ($35.00 per person)

You bring the wine, you bring the light hors d’ouvres and I supply the dance lesson 


DELUX ($50.00 per person)

You bring the wine and we supply the hor d’ourves. Receive a mini demo on how they are made with chef Michael Bendig with concious cooking


PREMIUM ($70.00 per person)

You leave it all up to us! We take care of the dance lesson, the hors d’ourves and the wine. You will receive a mini cooking demo on by professional chef Michael Bendig and the wines they should be paired with by our semolina, Anais Galvin


DESIGN YOUR OWN PROGRAM

Your private lessons are your time. The preceding programs are suggestions only. You may decide to concentrate on dances not included in my other programs, such as Hip Hop, Jazz or even Disco line dances, or focus on one particular Ballroom or Latin dance. The possibilities are endless!  What is important is that you both challenge and enjoy yourself, work on your dancing and feel encouraged every single step of the way.

Yoga and Dance Program

Work one-on-one to achieve your fitness goals for 2012! We all know that toned muscles, great posture, core strength and improved energy will not only help you look better, but will make you feel your very best to exude the confidence needed to succeed.

Enjoy my 45 minute energizing Vinyas Flow Yoga class to warm up the muscles, free the mind and align your body in preparation for a 45 minute fun and exhilarating dance class in solo or partner movement. Studies show that the combination of these expressive movement modalities will help you reach your highest potential and optimal performance. Book now.

3 Class (90 mins each) Package = $300


5 Class (90 mins each) Package = $500


10 Class (90 mins each) Package = $1,000

This environment suits all types: Beginners, yogis that don’t dance, and dancers that don’t yogi. You will increase your strength, energy, flexibility, and self-awareness. You will experience a sense of calm, less illness, improved postures, and better blood circulation, less stress, healthier habits and improved sleep!

*Gift Certificates Available*
Great for corporate events,
small groups and private parties!

email val@valcunningham.com for details

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SOLO DANCE

Aerobics

Zumba and Fusion Core Rhythms let’s workout! Become fit, flexible and firm. Learn all the steps of Latin dancing - salsa, cha cha, samba and merengue as well as hip-hop, jazz, funk and house. Mix that with Val’s high energy and you’ve got yourself the best workout in town!

Model Movement Coaching
“America’s Next Top Model”
Here We Come!

In this 10 week course, learn runway techniques including poses, turns and choreography, while becoming more flexible, fit and firm. Have greater body awareness, body language and facial expression. Own “The 5 P’s” - posture, poise, presence, preparation, and presentation. Learn the 5 Dance Rhythms, the 5 Dance Techniques and the 5 Centers of a great performer on your path to becoming a talented and versatile model.

Follower's Styling Program
Ladies, it's your time to shine!

So you know the steps and even the patterns, but you would like to take your dancing to the next level?  Learn sizzling body styling and important dance technique to create fluid and graceful movement.  Add body waves, shoulder rolls, body isolations and beautiful turns to your dance repertoire. Enhance your confidence, style and presentation with this unique program.  Get ready to be transformed!

Dance Conditioning
& Movement Principles

This course is designed for all levels of dancers who want to improve strength, flexibility, endurance, posture and coordination. The key function of this course is finding your connection to the floor, your center and moving from these places. The concepts used in this class are taken from ballet, modern, jazz, partner, pilates and yoga. Using these diverse art forms we will initiate movement and create a story using our bodies.

Find the Goddess Within
For Women Only

Combining sensual and exotic dance movement, stretching and light yoga, these lessons enhance and nurture the feminie goddess within you. Learn to experience and express your own sexy and sensual side in a supportive, safe and fun environment. You will feel comfortable and at ease in exploring how to unleash your groovy goddess!

Private One Hour Lesson:
$85.00

5-Lesson Package:
$400.00
($25 Discount)

10-Lesson Package:
$780.00

CIRCLE-ATION - The Spiral Dance 
Organic and intuitive spirals of movement within the body. Embodying the works of hoop, pole, solo and partner dance.
 

So many elements in life are circular - The earth, moon and sun. The cells of our body, our DNA and even the inhalation and exhalation of our breath.  When we become aware of how to create circular and spiral motion through the body, we connect body, mind and soul to all that is. 

SOLO DANCES THAT HAVE
INFLUNCED CIRCLE-ATION

Rhythm and Motion, 5 Rhythms, Biodanza, Nia,
Continum movement, Journeydance, Soulmotion,
Dancealive, Chakradance.

PARTNER DANCES THAT HAVE
INFLUENCED CIRCLE-ATION

Swing, Salsa and Argentine Tango

BENEFITS OF CIRCLE-ATION

Circle-ation leads to health and fitness through developing core strength and flexible power and revitalizes bones, joints, and skeletal health. It connects the body, mind, emotions and spirit. Through opening of the mind, moving of the body and stirring of the soul - The mind becomes clear, free, and positive, the body feels supple, energized, and powerful, the soul feels alive, awakened and engaged. It brings forth the natural expression of your true self for greater awareness
  • Provides a spacious sense of well-being
  • Increases vitality and energy
  • Releases, relaxes and realigns the body
  • Heightens sensuality and increases receptivity
  • Awakens creativity, innovation and play
  • Facilitates trust in one’s inherent body wisdom
  • Deepens spiritual connection and healing
  • Provides an environment for growth and renewal
  • Brings celebration to the sacredness of life.