Below is a list of classes and events that are currently being offered at
The Academe.  For a Biography of the Instructor, please click on Instructor's Name.

 

MUSIC TOGETHER

 

Music Together is an internationally recognized early childhood music program for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and the adults who love them.  Registration includes twelve forty-five minute classes, an illustrated songbook and a C.D. 

DATE/TIME:    Tuesdays 2-3p.m.; Thursdays 10-11 a.m.; Saturdays 10:30-11:30 a.m.

INSTRUCTOR:  Robin Robinson

CONTACT:   (734) 929-2133 or www.robinsongsforkids.com

 

LITTLE DRAGONS KARATE

 Introductory level of karate for ages 4-6

DATE/TIME:  Tuesdays, 6:10-6:50pm

COST:  $90 per 8 week session

INSTRUCTOR:   Barbara Christensen

CONTACT:  (734) 665-2840 or blchristensen@earthlink.net or

www.AnnArborOkinawanKarate.com

 

 

YOUTH KARATE

ALL LEVELS - ages 7 - up:          Tuesdays, 7-7:50 pm

INTERMEDIATE LEVEL - ages 10 and under:          Thursdays, 5-5:45 pm

INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED - ages 11 and up:         Thursdays, 4-4:50 pm

COST:  $45/mo. for once a week; $60/mo. for twice a week

INSTRUCTOR:   Barbara Christensen

 

CONTACT:  (734) 665-2840 or blchristensen@earthlink.net or

                  www.AnnArborOkinawanKarate.com

 

 

ADULT OKINWAN KARATE

 

The Okinawan Karate club for adults is a Shorin-ryu Karate Do style incorporating armed and unarmed blocking, striking, kicking, locking, throwing and moving techniques. Our system involves 19 empty hand forms or Katas, gradated two-person exercises, sparring, the study of traditional Okinawa weapons, and Toyei Torite Jujitsu. It is our belief that the study of Shorin-ryu Karate Do is to promote good health, focus the mind, strengthen the body, used for self defense and have a wonderfully good time learning it.

Head instructor Missy Siudara in a 4th degree Black Belt in Shorin-ryu Karate Do and a 2nd degree Black Belt in Toyei Torite Jujitsu.

The director of the Okinawa Karate Club,  Barbara Christensen, is a 7th degree Black belt and a recognized Master Instructor.

 DATE/TIME:  Sundays, 10:00 a.m. - 12 Noon

COST:  Please contact Instructor for more information

INSTRUCTOR:  Missy Siudara

 

 

 

 

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  POSTURE YOGA

 

This class will focus on strengthening the core muscles while opening and stretching the hips. This allows for proper posture and a healthy spine. Poses are held to build endurance; breath work will release tension so that flexibility of the spine and hips can be achieved. This class is a must for anyone that spends hours sitting at a desk or driving long hours a day.

First time Yogis are welcomed!

DATE/TIME:  Saturdays from 9-10 a.m.

First class: $5.00    Drop-ins: $10.00   10 class card: $95.00

FIRST CLASS:   FREE YOGA CLASS PASS!

Instructor:   Ita Reyes - RYT

You can contact Ita at:   itayoga@comcast.net or (734)604-5697

            

      Yoga Meets Dance^TM

                            

 

Yoga Meets Dance^TM is an outrageously fun and simple healing synergy of yoga, free and guided dance, community building and stillness meditation.  It is a sacred, sensual, and silly celebration of life that deeply relaxes the body and mind, and powerfully opens the heart.  This tranformational dance journey is for all ages, shapes, and sizes.   It is for dancers and non-dancers, lovers of yoga, and those with two left feet!  The benefits reach well beyond the physical, into the emotional, mental and spiritual realms, restoring a sense of calm and well-being.  Come stretch, dance, laugh and make friends.  Leave feeling profoundly calm.  No experience needed.  All welcome.

DATE/TIME:  Saturdays beginning October 4th at 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

No class on Saturday, October 25th

COST:  $12 drop-in or 5 classes for $50

INSTRUCTOR:  Natasha Shaffer

 

CONTACT:  For current class information or to register please contat Natasha Shaffer at (734) 239-3174 or natashasdance@gmail.com.  To learn more about Yoga Meets Dance^TM - please visit www.yogameetsdance.com

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YOGA FOR ATHLETES

Lisa Hesse, a certified RYT yoga instructor, coach, and personal trainer, brings her experience and knowledge of competitive athletics to her yoga classes.  Passionate about helping athletes maximize their potential and minimize their risk of injury, Lisa's goal is to help athletes experience and learn yoga techniques that fit their own unique needs and body types.  For more information email lisa@womeninmotion.us or call 734-323-3572.

 

BOLLYWOOD BHANGRA By BOLLYFIT 

Do you dream of fitness that is like a spa experience you look forward to?  Check out the new wave in health and fun that unleashes energy and fitness!  Bolly refers to the Bollywood (Mumbai, India) film industry.  BollyFit combines elements from Indian “film dances” with classical (Bharat Natyam) and folk (Bhangra) styles in a dynamic, aerobic dance workout.  It’s Fitness that’s Fun!  Learn at least one dance plus opportunities to perform!  No dance experience necessary so join us!

DAY/TIME:  Mondays at 7:15-8:15 p.m.

COST:  Please contact Instructor for details.

INSTRUCTOR:   Anuja Rajendra

CONTACT:    Call 734-657-6680 or visit   www.bollyfit.com.

Date/Time of Class:  Mondays 7:15-8:15 p.m.

FITNESS RX BOOTCAMP FOR WOMEN

Work with a certified group fitness instructor!  This class is designed to make the most of your time by integrating a full body workout into one hour.  Women may enroll in this intense body makeover.  All fitnes components are included:  cardiovasular, resistance and stretching!

 Hand weights required.  Mat recommended for floor work and please wear exercise gear.  Mats available for $25 from instructor.

 

DATE/TIME:  Tuesdays from 5-6 p.m.

COST:  $99 for 10 week session - Please make check out to Fitness RX.

INSTRUCTOR: Melissa Thakur 

   

 

CONTACT IMPROVISATION DANCE

 

Contact Improvisation is a partner dance form based on the physical principles of touch, momentum, and shared weight. It uses techniques of post-modern dance and the martial art form Aikido. It helps us learn skills like falling gracefully, rolling, lifting using minimal effort, how to make ourselves light when being lifted, and responsiveness to our partners and surroundings. We welcome beginners and people of all abilities and will give some guidance on getting started.

DATE/TIME:  Sundays from 1-3 p.m.

COST:  $10

INSTRUCTOR:   Andy Seiler

CONTACT:  Andy Seiler at (734) 604-4416.

 

 

CONTACT IMPROVISATION DANCE WORKSHOP

This monthly, four-part, fundamentals workshop series in Contact Improvisation Dance builds our skills in physical strength, body awareness, sensitivity and flexibility, opens our communicative and creative expression with dance partners, and helps us to access a sense of mindful presence.  All skill levels, shapes, sizes and physical abilities are welcome – no prior dance experience necessary.  These workshops, designed as a series, may also be taken individually:

Septemper 13:     Just Here, Just Now – presence at the point

October 11:         We Know it in Our Bones - weight sharing

November 8:         The Master Key - listening

December 13:     Ensemble Dance – real time composition

Location:   Workshops will be held on Saturdays from 1- 5pm at The Mind, Body and Spirit Academe 1785 West Stadium in Ann Arbor.

Fees:  Individual Class - sliding scale $35-$45, Series discount - all four classes, paid in advance $120 - $145,  Student rate - bring a friend, two for the price of one!

 Instructor:   Stefanie Cohen

 For more information and to register, contact Stefanie Cohen at 734-474-1517 or  stefanieco@hotmail.com.

SWING DANCE

FRIDAY NIGHT SWING:  The Friday Night Swing Dance Party includes free beginner lesson at 8pm which covers the swing basics and another dance move every week, and then open dancing at 8:45pm featuring two different swing DJs every week.  Dance styles include lindy hop, east coast swing, charleston, blues, and balboa.  We are very beginner friendly! Contact us at www.aactmad.org/swing.

 

DATE/TIME:  Fridays 8 p.m. to 12 Midnight

COST:  contact www.aactmad.org/swing for more information

INSTRUCTORS:  Scott Rice and Holly Ackerman

   

SALSA DANCE

 SALSA DANCE LESSONS: Join Dance Revolution every Tuesday from 8-9pm, every Wednesday from 7-9 pm, and every Saturday from 7-9 pm for dance lessons that will change your life. Contact  www.danceRevolution.biz for information on class level and pricing.

SALSA PARTY!   Every first and third Saturday of the month stay after the dance lesson for the dance party!    7:00pm - 1: 00 am.