Don’t get intimidated by the apparatus. Those who have taken and continue to take this class are of different background, age, shape and fitness level (including those who believe are out of shape). This is absolutely a GREAT CLASS… not only does it condition your body for balance, strength endurance and flexibility, it also teaches you to discover your artistic skills through interpretative movements. Aerial moves are customized based on your response.
ATTENTION PLEASE: THERE WILL BE NO CLASSES FROM AUGUST 22 - 27, 2010.
Special Announcement:All classes below shall start in September except for those marked in BLUE, which are currently in effect. Please call if you are unsure of the schedule (714) 330-7484. Thank you.
Fridays: 11:30am - 1:00 pm (TISSU only) @ Downtown Los Angeles
Fridays: 1:00 pm - 2:30pm (HOOP only) @ Downtown Los Angeles
Saturdays: 10:30 am - 12:00 pm (HOOP only) @ Costa Mesa
Saturdays: 12:0 pm - 1:30pm (TISSU only) @ Costa Mesa
Hammock Aero-Fitness
The latest trend in aerobic workout, Hammock Aero-Fitness is geared towards the average person who wants to make the most out of their workout and still have fun. Think classic aerobics, add an aerial apparatus and yes, you get a pretty exercise combination while while suspended on air.
Tuesdays and Thursdays: 12:00 noon @ Costa Mesa
Wednesdays and Fridays: 6:00 pm @ Costa Mesa
Kids Aerial Dance (5 - 11 years old)
Great start for your kids to learn progressive cutting edge performing arts such as dance and aerial arts designed specifically for kids. The aerial apparatus will be Hoop and Hammock.
First part of the class foucses on flexibility with unique contortion yoga based exercises, followed by interpretative movements that is geared towards your own style.
Wednesdays: 7:30 - 8:15 pm @ Costa Mesa
Thursdays: 6:00 - 6:45pm @ Costa Mesa
Ballet Barre & Modern Jazz
You can take just the ballet barre and still get a great workout. A different form of flexibility class, the ballet barre uses the barre as a key tool in carrying out stretch exercises. The selling point of this class is the ability to correct your posture and learn basic core balance while loosening up your joints for increase range of motion. This class is followed by center modern-jazz combination for those who want to step up their coordination skills.
Thursdays: 7:45pm - 9:15 @ Costa Mesa
Ballet-Jazz for Kids (3-7 yrs old)
This class combines the structured technique required in ballet, thus allowing the student to learn proper posture and body awareness, physical control, balance, flexibility and agility combined with playful creative movements of the jazz style.
Tues & Thurs: 4:00 – 4:45 pm @ Garden Grove
Here is a short video of the Ballet-Jazz Class
Apprenticeship Program
The program is geared towards training in Aerial Arts, Jazz, Modern, Salsa and Acrobatic partnering. Each applicant will be assessed and placed based on their skills and background. Training will start in January 2010. First performance event will be on: January 30, 2010
Please submit your application for consideration. Fees will depend on placement, choice and number of discipline.
Kill 3 birds with one stone... World Mayan Salsa Champion, and former "So You Think You Can Dance " choreographer, Ruby Karen will cover the bases: LEAD & FOLLOW TECHNIQUE and BASIC STYLING (Stance, Footing, Body Isolation and Hands and Arm) while learning easy to memorize patterns that can be applied in social dancing.
We had successful summer camps in 2009 at various Orange County locations, in cooperation with dance and gymnastic studios. If you are interested in hosting a summer camp at your location, please contact us. For a list of our upcoming summer camp locations, please click: Summer Camp 2010
Dance Asylum 2777 Bristol Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (714) 549-0622
FOUNTAIN VALLEY
New Hope Gymnastics 17270 Newhope Street Fountain Valley, CA (714) 556-8050
DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES
Brockus Project Studios 616 Moulton Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90036
GARDEN GROVE:
Bea Hive Dance Center 9627 Chapman Ave Garden Grove CA 92841 (714) 638-5601
Club Can (only when specified above) 14241 Euclid Avenue Garden Grove CA 92841
Please mention Promo Code:Please visit us soon for upcoming promotional rates and offers.Registration fee is waived for Single classes.RKP requires that you register online (or in person), and fill out the Release of Liability Form.
Ruby Karen Project (RKP) and the Orange County Aerial Arts (OCAA) are available for Performances, Workshops, Privates, Lecture Demonstrations & Choreography Aerial Arts, Aerial Dance Fitness, Salsa, Acrobatic Partnering, Modern and Ballet.Go to:Booking Information Form
Please note: Any fee change is not subject to prior notice, but we shall make every effort to notify you.
Scholarship or Exchange program: Please see Ruby Karen to discuss possibilities.
"She has all the characteristics of a successful performer – very solid and strong technique, compelling and beautiful stage presence, and the emotional and physical stamina to withstand any obstacles thrown her way."full testimonial
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