LAVA'S FALL 2011 CLASS SCHEDULE

Classes for kids and adults

Classes at the LAVA Studio offer students the opportunity to learn physical skills and fitness in an environment that is supportive and inclusive. LAVA classes focus on the physical rigor of acrobatic and dance training within an environment that is respectful, positive, and unpretentious. Taught by artists, the classes also include creative and performance exercises that engage and inspire students at all levels of experience.

SESSION RUNS SEPTEMBER 12-DECEMBER 17

Click here for the mailable registration form (PDF).

ADULT CLASSES:

LAVA HANDSTANDS FOR ADULTS

Tuesday 6:15-7:45 PM | Instructor: TBD
Thursday 8-9:30 PM | Instructors: TBD
Mixed-level class that builds strength, agility, and alignment through the development of a handstand practice.
13-Class Session $255, Drop-In $25

LAVA PARTNERING

TUESDAY 8:00 - 9:30 PM| Instructor: TBD
An open-level partnering class. Working in pairs and groups students will develop their strength, agility, and awareness while learning various partnering methods used by LAVA in performance which have included partner acro, swing dancing, wrestling, capoeira, contact improvisation, lifting and flipping.
13-Class Session $255, Drop-In $25

INTRO TO LAVA ACROBATICS FOR ADULTS

WEDNESDAY 8:00 - 9:30 PM | Instructor: Molly Chanoff
Designed for beginners, this class is a great introduction to and
refresher of LAVA's methods with acrobatics, trapeze, and composition.
13-Class Session $255, Drop-In $25

LAVA II

WEDENSDAY 6:15 - 7:45 PM | Instructor: Molly Chanoff
Mixed-level class that moves deeper into LAVA's way with acrobatics, trapeze, and composition.
13-Class Session $255, Drop-In $25

MIXED MARTIAL ARTS MOVEMENT New Class!

THURSDAYS 6:15-7:45 PM | Instructor: Gary Lai

Open level class focusing on developing coordinated and efficient martial arts movement technique. Based on Bruce Lee's Jeet Kune Do concepts and various arts include boxing, kickboxing (muay thai, savate, jun fan), Filipino stick-work, close range modified wing chun and silat forms. Perfect for movement artists, actors, etc. beginners welcome.
13-Class Session $255, Drop-In $25

AERIAL CONDITIONING FOR ADULTS

FRIDAY 6:15-7:45 PM | Instructor: Natalie Agee

This all-levels class will build strength and flexibility, working both on the floor and in the air.
13-Class Session $255, Drop-In $25

TUMBLING, ETC. FOR ADULTS

SATURDAY 2:15 - 3:45 PM | Instructor: Gary Lai

Strength and flexibility are the focus as students build power, speed, and air awareness. Students will learn skills that range from rolling to flipping. Mini-tramp, floorwork and inversions from related arts are included.
13-Class Session $255, Drop-In $25

KIDS' CLASSES:

LAVA ACROBATICS & PARTNERING FOR KIDS

Mixed-level classes that explore a movement vocabulary to improve strength, flexibility, and coordination and to discover LAVA's methods with acrobatics, partnering, handstands, trapeze, and composition.
All drop-off classes.

MONDAY	3:45-4:45 PM	AGES 5-6	Allison
MONDAY	5:00-6:00 PM	AGES 6-8	Allison

WEDNESDAY	3:45-4:45 PM	AGES 7-10	Anna & Allison

THURSDAY	3:30-4:15 PM	AGES 3.5-5	Diana & Grace

FRIDAY	3:10-3:55 PM	AGES 3-4	Dylan

SATURDAY	10:15-11:00 AM	AGES 3-4	Allison
SATURDAY	11:15 - 12:15 PM	AGES 5-6	Allison

13-Class Session $255

LAVA TUMBLING & HANDSTANDS FOR KIDS

Mixed-level class that focuses on flexibility and strength while teaching inverting, turning, and tumbling on the floor and mini-tramp.
Drop-off classes.

New Day!

THURSDAY	4:30-6:00 PM	AGES 8-12	Gary

SATURDAY	12:30 - 2:00 PM	AGES 7-12	Gary

13-Class Session $325

COMMUNITY CLASS FOR KIDS -- DROP-IN -- FREE

This drop-off class is open to kids with a desire to discover acrobatics without the full commitment of an entire session, or to practice skills they've already learned. Open to beginners, newcomers, and enrolled students.

WEDNESDAY

5:00-6:00 PM

AGES 5-12

Anna & Allison

THE OTHER STUFF:

LOCATION AND DIRECTIONS

The LAVA Studio is located in Prospect Heights at 524 Bergen Street (between 6th Avenue and Carlton). Take the 2 or 3 to Bergen Street, the B or Q to 7th Ave, or any Atlantic Avenue subway.

PRICING AND REGISTRATION

Thirteen-week sessions range from $255 to $325, with a 10% multi-class or family discount for the second and each additional class individuals and families take. We offer work-study for adults and scholarships and financial aid for kids, so no one will be turned away from classes for lack of funds. Check the box on the registration form if you are interested in a scholarship or financial aid for your child.

To reserve your spot in a class, please send a deposit of $150 per class or full payment. The remaining balance is due the first day of class. Fees may be paid in cash or check. Please make checks payable to LAVA.

We will confirm your enrollment via email once we receive your registration and payment.

CANCELLATION

We reserve the right to cancel a class if there is not enough enrollment for a particular class. In the case of a cancellation you will be offered another class or a full refund.

LAVA's performance and education programs are supported by Brooklyn Arts Council, NYC Department of Cultural Affairs, LAVA's annual Handstand-a-Thon, Estelle's Choice, and numerous individuals.