Jazz Dance with Wanda Hogie

Class Dates: Thursday June 13, 20, and 27 7:00-8:30 p.m.Organized by Simunye LLC in partnership with GREAT Theater.CostEach class is $7.00 per participant. You can purchase tickets for all three classes in advance for $22.77. There is a $1.77 processing fee for online purchase. Or you can pay for class at the door.To register go to: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jazz-dance-with-wanda-hogie-tickets-62119311533aff=JazzwithWandaWhat to wear to class:Generally no buttons or zippers on clothing. Wear clothes that are comfortable to move in like, leggings, biker shorts, t-shirts, or other athletic wear.What to bring to class:Water bottle, towel, positive attitude and a willingness to move.About the instructor:I am not the typical dance teacher nor do I have the traditional dance instructors biography. Growing up in the St. Cloud area, I started dancing at the age of 11. I was very quick to learn the technique of each style of dance that was presented to me. My second year of dance I was asked to assist in teaching. While I worked, I studied the mannerisms of my instructor and how she broke things down for a deeper understanding. Soon after I found myself taking a variety of classes at several professional studios in Minneapolis, MN. I also studied a variety of dance at Perpich Center for Arts Education. It was in a class there where I was offered the opportunity to perform with a local dance company. My abilities were also in demand to teach children and adults. While it was a very hard decision, I chose to share me love of movement with others. Currently, I am a member of CMAB TARP (Central Minnesota Art Board Teaching Artist Roster Program). Through a recent grant obtained by a local school district I was given the opportunity to share movement types and connected it to social emotional and academic learning throughout an entire school year. Previous to that I have been focusing on local adult dance education at Revolver Studios and through a small community group Gotta Dance! This age group is often left out of the recreational dance realm. This summer I am proud to be a part of some groups that are bringing some new fun and exciting things to the St. Cloud area. First, in June I will be partnering with Desireé Clark and Lucille Guinta-Bates and GREAT Theater to bring audition prep classes to help people gain confidence in auditioning for the 2019-2020 productions. I will also be working with YESnetworkMN.org by providing dance and movement education throughout some of the community areas in St. Cloud and Waite Park.I truly enjoy teaching jazz, tap, soft shoe, ballet, modern, creative movement and many other styles. Dance has quite literally been a lifeline for me. I see dance as a beautiful artistic expression that evokes emotion and calms the soul. Sharing this with students of all ages brings such joy to me heart.