Charlotte Ballet is offering free dance classes for the community. There are classes for a variety of ages and skill levels.
The free classes are sponsored by Culture Blocks — a community partnership funded by Mecklenburg County.
These are drop-in classes. Except for the virtual classes, you don’t need to register in advance. You don’t need to commit to a particular number of classes. Just come when you can! Each class takes place weekly, with the exception of holidays.
For more information or to register for an online class, contact Emma Glennon, Community Engagement Supervisor, at eglennon@charlotteballet.org, or 704-414-2792.
Dance for All Abilities
Mondays from January 22 to June 24, 2024
1 to 2 p.m.
Marion Diehl Recreation Center
2219 Tyvola Road, Charlotte, NC 28219
The class explores movement and creativity in an inviting and open environment for dancers of all abilities and disabilities. Participants benefit from increased strength, flexibility and stamina.
Seniors Dance Class
Mondays from January 22 to June 24, 2024
2:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.
Tyvola Senior Center
2225 Tyvola Road, Charlotte, NC 28210
Tuesdays from January 16 to June 25, 2024
11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Sugaw Creek Recreation Center
943 W Sugar Creek Road, Charlotte, NC 28213
Tuesdays from January 16 to June 25, 2024
2 to 3 p.m.
Northern Regional Recreation Center
18121 Old Statesville Road, Cornelius, NC 28031
Thursdays from January 18 to June 27, 2024
11 a.m to 12 p.m.
Sugaw Creek Recreation Center
943 W Sugar Creek Road, Charlotte, NC 28213
Thursdays from January 18 to June 27, 2024
3 to 4 p.m.
Northern Regional Recreation Center
18121 Old Statesville Road, Cornelius, NC 28031
Fridays from January 19 to June 28, 2024
11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Ivory/Baker Recreation Center
1920 Stroud Park, Charlotte, NC 28206
This class is designed for senior adults to improve flexibility, breath, balance, mobility and fluidity by exploring various elements of ballet, jazz, modern and improvisation. Participants can choose to take the class seated, standing, or a combination of both. The Monday class at Marion Diehl Rec Center is also available online. Email eglennon@charlotteballet.org for the Zoom link.
Fitness Dance
Wednesdays from January 17 to June 26, 2024
3 to 4 p.m.
Belle Johnston Community Center
1000 Johnston Drive, Pineville, NC 28134
Wednesdays from January 17 to June 26, 2024
6 to 7 p.m.
Berewick Recreation Center
5910 Dixie River Road, Charlotte, NC 28278
This dance fitness class includes exercises inspired by ballet barre, and a variety of dance styles. Students will focus on isometric movements and dynamic stretching to improve strength and flexibility. This class is open to all ages and experience levels.
Afro Beats Fitness Dance
Thursdays from January 18 to June 27, 2024
5 to 6 p.m.
Hickory Grove Recreation Center
6709 Pence Road, Charlotte, NC 28215
Thursdays from January 18 to June 27, 2024
6 to 7 p.m.
Ivory/Baker Recreation Center
1920 Stroud Park Ct. Charlotte, NC 28206
Afro Beats Dance Fitness is a fun and innovative way to do group exercise and fitness. You’ll learn different ways to stretch, isolate and move your body to great music from the motherland. This class will also include invigorating fitness routines which include traditional and contemporary West African dance moves sculpted into an Afrocentric dance workout that combines muscle toning and cardio dance training.
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