Aeroballet
tutor: Felicity Molloy

Aeroballet was the answer to using ballet exercises in a group fitness gym setting – inspired by their long term experience of teaching ballet to contemporary dancers at Unitec this form has been originally created by Felicity Molloy and Susan Trainor (Choreo - Body Vive) and trialed for two years at the Auckland City Les Mills gym. Aeroballet is about getting fit and feeling beautiful at the same time. Applicable to all ages and levels of fitness – Aeroballet combines conditioning, strength, coordination and grace in a set of exercise to a wide range of music – including ballet piano tunes. If you thought you had dreamt ballet or spent years in ballet studios as a child – this class is for you. Wear soft shoes or socks.

Ballet
tutors: Michelle van den Bergh, Liz Kirk & Kerry Stimpson

PASNZ ballet classes cater for teenagers at entry level and those with previous experience. Levels are geared to those seeking a ballet class as a recreational opportunity for fun and fitness as well as to retrieve that sense of alignment and beauty. Classes focus on developing clear and beneficial technique. We do this within a positive learning environment that nurtures self-esteem and physical capability. The PASNZ philosophy is about growing a love of dance and an appreciation of the technique, musicality and qualities of classical ballet. There are no exams. 

Contemporary Dance
tutors: Georgie Goater, Megan Adams

Contemporary dance is the physical pursuit of creative expression. Our contemporary dance programme is influenced by up-to-date international developments and the many contemporary dance methods and styles evolved across the globe. Our tutors bring their own personal movement vocabularies and choreographic styles into the studio. Floor work, exercises and combinations are built on each week, for students to explore their own movement style and creativity. Enjoy the exhilaration that comes from dancing through space with ease and confidence.

Hip Hop Dance
tutors: Grace Crawford

PASNZ Hip hop class is still where it's at! Our tutors are constantly developing new choreography with inspiration from break-dancing, street dance and the phattest dance combinations from music videos. As well as developing co-ordination, style and fitness, you will learn about the various aspects of hip hop dance such as popping, locking, and krumping, within the structures of new school and old school. Just have a go – you know you want to!!

Jazz/Theatre Dance
tutor: Mutu Malcom

Mutu's Theatre Dance/Jazz class for 9 – 15 year olds is a high-energy class focusing on stretching, placement, moving, terminology and how to "pick up" quickly. He teaches the importance of having discipline and classroom etiquette. Students are encouraged to have fun by developing their personality and attitude. Students are expected to have a basic knowledge of dance and a willingness to learn.

Pointy Dog Dance Company
tutor: Felicity Molloy & guests

Pointy Dog was established to give young people year 9 and over the chance to work with professional dancers/choreographers and to train in, choreograph and perform in a professional forum. It provides aspiring dancers with a connection point to the world of professional contemporary dance and choreography. The company dancers attend both contemporary and ballet technique. Entry by audition only.