This summer term Trinity Laban is offering a unique opportunity for adults to dance and perform together.

This project is a 10-week course, taking place on Tuesday evenings in summer term, culminating in a performance at The National Maritime Museum, Greenwich. The performance will be part of a relaxed community sharing to celebrate the relaunching of the museum’s Ocean Map, in the Great Hall. The sharing will be open for family and friends to attend (details to be provided nearer the time)

You’ll work with experienced dance artist, Luke Birch, to explore creative processes and ideas resulting in a final piece.

Who is this for?
This open level project is suitable for participants with some experience of contemporary dance, who are open to performing to an audience. (please note that this project is not suitable for complete beginners).

Dates
You should be available for every rehearsal date and the final performance date to take part in this project.

Rehearsal dates
Tuesday 6th May – Tuesday 8th July (10 sessions)
18:30-20:30
Venue: Laban Building, Creekside, London SE8 3DZ

Performance date 
Saturday 12 July 
Times TBC. Please keep the full day free and we will confirm the times as soon as possible.  

If you would like to take part but are unable to pay the fee in full, please get in touch as we may be able to offer payment in instalments: adults@trinitylaban.ac.uk

This technically demanding class is for adults with considerable experience in classical ballet, who are confident in learning and executing movement.

Ballet Level 2 is designed to improve ballet technique, and increase dance vocabulary. The class uses complex phrasing to improve dynamics and performance, whilst expanding technical knowledge. Classes will consist of a barre and centre practice.

Time

18:45 - 20:15

This is a release based contemporary technique class for participants with considerable experience in contemporary dance, who are confident in learning and executing movement. The class uses complex phrasing to improve dynamics and performance, whilst expanding technical knowledge.

This class will focus on developing a sense of connectivity in the body and to others in space. Working from the ground up and from inside sensation to external form, you will be challenged with set exercises, movement sequences shifting through space and improvisation tasks, building your mobility, strength, stamina and presence.

Time

18:45 - 20:15

You will focus on learning the principles of contemporary dance technique in a supportive environment, in an energising class that will get you moving and travelling in space. The class will include a standing warm up, followed by a series of exercises in a range of contemporary styles, working on your balance, mobilisation, and coordination.

Our experienced teacher will provide options at different levels, so that you can go at your own pace – challenging yourself physically and building strength, whilst extending your creativity.

Open to beginners and those with more experience.

Time

18:00 - 19:30

You can also drop in to Overs 60s Contemporary on a Wednesday evening – no need to sign up just pay by card on the day!

Ballet Introduction is for adults with no previous experience of classical ballet, and is a great place to start if you are new to ballet or if you have limited dance experience. 

The course will introduce and guide you through the basics of classical ballet technique with a sense of fun and enjoyment.  

If you have never done any dancing before, we recommend joining at the start of a term for Block 1 – this will give you the best experience of taking part in the sessions. 

Time

18:45 - 20:15

This class is for adults with basic experience in classical ballet technique, or who are returning from a long break. The class is also suitable for more experienced movers with lower levels of stamina.  

The course will build confidence, improve technique, and increase your dance vocabulary. Class will consist of a barre and centre practice.  

This would be suitable for those who have taken part in 2-3 terms of our Ballet Introduction course, who feel ready to move on from the basics. 

Time

18:45 - 20:15

This open level street dance class caters for all abilities. 

Thursday Night Hype is a fun filled session to get you moving, playing music that will make you smile with feel good vibes. You'll cover a combination of 80s – 00s hip-hop grooves, contemporary flow, jazz technique, plus so much more. The class contains a good mix of styles to open the mind and get the body ready for the weekend ahead. 

Icy Ice 54 will help build your self-confidence and fitness week by week, and aims to give participants a high-energy and fun experience in a relaxed atmosphere. After all, Thursday is the new Friday – let’s get hype! 

Time

18:45 - 20:15

Contemporary Introduction is for adults with no previous experience of contemporary dance, limited dance experience or if you would like to try a new style.  

The course will introduce and guide you through the basics of contemporary technique, in a relaxed and enjoyable setting. 

If you have never done any dancing before, we recommend joining at the start of a term for Block 1 – this will give you the best experience of taking part in the sessions. 

Time

09:00-10:30

This class is for adults with basic experience in contemporary dance, or who are returning from a long break. The class is also suitable for more experienced movers with lower levels of stamina.  

The course will build confidence, improve technique, and increase your dance vocabulary. This would be suitable for those who have taken part in 2-3 terms of our Contemporary Introduction course, who feel ready to move on from the basics. 

Time

09:00 - 10:30

This is a release based contemporary technique class for participants with considerable experience in contemporary dance, who are confident in learning and executing movement.  

The class uses complex phrasing to improve dynamics and performance, whilst expanding technical knowledge.  

The class focuses on alignment, co-ordination, use of weight, and musicality, to encourage freedom of movement. The class includes a warm up and a cool down, as well as a combination of technical exercises, travelling, and a more complex phrase of movement. 

Time

10:45 - 12:15

This open level matwork class is suitable for beginners as well as those with more experience. 

The Pilates method is a system of exercises designed to promote body alignment, strength and flexibility. The work is focused around the abdominal muscles and the use of breath to support spinal alignment and promote muscular efficiency. The pace of the class is gentle and focuses the body and the mind on simple actions to increase control. This will allow time for the body to change habitual patterns in order to promote more efficient movement and increase suppleness. 

Time

09:00-10:15

This open level class is suitable for beginners as well as those with more experience.  

The class combines both dynamic sequences and restorative exercises. The emphasis is on breath, awareness, and safe-practice. A non-competitive atmosphere is encouraged so that you can practise at your own level and ability. The class begins with a series of simple exercises to prepare the whole self for the practice. A series of sun-salutations will encourage you to experience the more dynamic aspect of Yoga followed by standing and sitting asana (postures) to emphasise alignment and balance, while working on the relation between strength and stretch. The class ends with relaxation and a short sitting meditation. 

You can also drop in to yoga on a Saturday morning – no need to sign up just pay by card on the day! 

Time

09:00-10:15