Stouffville Music, Drama and Dance Classes | Stouffville Academy of Music & Dance

MODERN/CONTEMPORARY

Modern or Contemporary Dance is a blend of classical, contemporary and ethnic styles of dance. It emphasizes the use of the floor for centering and grounding oneself in movement. This class focuses on the breath (inhale/exhale), which brings quality to one's movement. Concepts of over-curve/under-curve, contraction/release, improvisation, musicality and rhythm are explored. With its emphasis on strong centrally motivated movement, modern is a fulfilling athletic dance type that is the focus of most post-secondary dance programs.