Adult Modern Dance Classes
CoMo Dance offers modern dance classes for every level of adult dancer. If you're interested in trying dance for the first time or returning to dance after taking a break, please join us for our adult classes. Contact us with any questions.
DETAILS: Schedule is subject to change. Class purchases are nonrefundable and are valid only for the date/session specified. Classes that do not meet our minimum enrollment will be canceled, attendees will be notified, and a full refund will be issued.
WHAT TO WEAR: All of our modern classes are done in barefeet, so no need to buy shoes! Comfortable exercise clothing is fine! Most adults wear a tank top and exercise pants/leggings.
REGISTRATION: Register by purchasing online below or emailing classes@comodance.org.
Downtown Studio - Galbreath Pavilion
DOWNTOWN LOCATION: Galbreath Pavilion: Studio #4
39 E. State Street, Columbus, OH 43215 — Ohio Theater basement (map).
Enter on the East side of the building near Columbus Commons. At the security desk, proceed downstairs to the last studio on your right.
PARKING: "Metered" parking is available along State St. See the posted signs for details, and use the ParkColumbus app to pay. If those are full, more metered parking is available on Town St. Alternatively, parking is available at Columbus Commons Parking Garage off 3rd or Rich Streets or in Statehouse Parking Garage off 3rd Street.
MODERN DANCE CLASS & CHOREOGRAPHY: 4-CLASS SERIES & PERFORMANCE (All levels) with Laura Puscas
THURSDAYS from 6:30-7:30pm (Weekly)
Session Dates: 11/2, 11/9, 11/16, (no class 11/23), 11/30, (Fri 12/8 performance)
Downtown Studio: Galbreath Pavilion (Studio 4), 39 E State St.
Join Director Laura Puscas of the Columbus Modern Dance Company for a 4-class series of modern dance technique & composition. Students will learn a vocabulary of modern dance steps, explore their own movement, and learn group choreography. The class series will include a performance opportunity at CoMo's Christmas/Holiday happy hour on the Scioto Mile on Friday, December 8 at 6pm.
SESSION COST: $50 total for 4 classes and performance.
Wellness Weekend - National Veteran's Memorial & Museum
Choreography & Intentional Movement Workshop
Saturday, Dec 9 at 11:30am-1pm (90min)
National Veteran's Memorial
$15 - registration required at https://nationalvmm.org
Join professional choreographers from the Columbus Modern Dance Company for a 90 minute workshop on expressing experiences through intentional movement of the body. Participants will learn a vocabulary of movement tools, explore creating their own movement art, and learn sections of group choreography from works based on veteran and military themes. No previous dance or movement experience is required; please wear clothing that is easy to move in and comfortable.
Yamuna Body Rolling: Managing Mobility & Muscle Soreness
Sunday, Dec 10 at 11:30am-1pm (90min)
National Veteran's Memorial, Jiu-Jitsu Studio
$15 - registration required at https://nationalvmm.org
This 90 minute class will introduce participants to Yamuna Body Rolling: a self-care practice that helps troubleshoot aches, tightness, and movement restrictions. Participants will be taught non-impact weight bearing exercises with therapy balls to learn how to create space in the body. Yamuna Body Rolling helps the individual work towards managing aches, realignment, increased flexibility, increased range of motion, and a positive working relationship with the anatomical structure of the body. Class routines are mostly performed on the floor on a yoga mat; please wear clothing that is easy to move in and comfortable. Equipment will be provided for the duration of the class. This group class will be facilitated by certified Yamuna practitioner and veteran spouse, Kelsey Morozow Burbrink. Visit yamunausa.com for more information on the YBR technique.
MODERN DANCE CLASS & CHOREOGRAPHY: 6-CLASS SERIES & PERFORMANCE (All levels) with Laura Puscas
THURSDAYS from 6:30-7:30pm (Weekly)
Session Dates: 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/15, (Sun, 2/18 performance)
Downtown Studio: Galbreath Pavilion (Studio 4), 39 E State St.
Join Director Laura Puscas of the Columbus Modern Dance Company for a 6-class series of modern dance technique & composition. Students will learn a vocabulary of modern dance steps, explore their own movement, and learn group choreography. The class series will include a performance opportunity at CoMo's company performance "Season Finale" on Sunday, February 18 at 2pm at the Abbey Theater of Dublin (inside Dublin Recreation Center).
SESSION COST: $70 total for 6 classes and performance.
FAQs
How do I register?
First, purchase the class session above using our online store. Then you're good to go! Before the session begins, we will reach out with an online waiver to sign and an invitation to our class Slack app for sharing choreography videos to review after each class.
Do I have to perform to participate?
There's no obligation to do the performance aspect of the class although we're confident that once you start dancing, you'll be excited to join in the performance fun!
I have to miss a class, is that okay?
Just let the instructor know or send us an email, and we can plan around any absences.
I'd like to participate, but...
Our class prices are purposely accessible, but please reach out about scholarship and work/study options if needed. Modern dance is a great way to exercise, socialize, and express yourself through art. Other concerns? Send us an email. We want you to dance!
Do you offer other class times, age groups, or dance styles?
CoMo is primarily a professional performance company, and we only offer this one class weekly. Come join us!
