// Move differently //  

Dance: A fun way to work out! Contemporary dance classes take the form of a series of preparatory floor and standing exercises, as well as several ranges of steps, movements and sequences. Practice and repetition, as well as feedback from the teacher, enable gradual integration of the targeted objectives. Memorization of choreographic excerpts enables students to put into practice the techniques taught, without aiming for a final performance.

Discover new ways to unleash your talent and stay fit through contemporary dance. The École de danse contemporaine de Montréal offers a stimulating learning environment and access the expertise of trained professional - all in our studios located in the heart of downtown Montréal, in the Édifice Wilder-Espace Danse.

Classes are transmitted in French.

Levels

Beginner // Move differently //
With respect for each individual's abilities, the beginner's contemporary dance class focuses on developing ease of movement, greater flexibility, basic vocabulary and fundamental concepts of contemporary dance, and above all, the pleasure of dancing!

Profile - The participant is a beginner in dance or has not practiced for several years. From 16 years old.
Prerequisite:
- Ability to sustain moderate physical effort
- A desire to move and explore contemporary dance

Teachers: Ariane Famelart, Jérôme Tremblay-Lantier, Marie-Maxime Ross

Already initiated - Dance 1 // Taming Movement //
The contemporary dance class for beginners is a fun way to further develop basic contemporary dance technique and explore personal expression.

Profile - The participant must have followed the previous level (beginner) for 1 to 2 years or already have a grounding in contemporary dance. From 16 years old.
Prerequisite:
- Ability to sustain moderate physical effort
- Good memory skills
- For contemporary dance: be comfortable performing both standing and floor exercises

Teachers: Hélène Remoué, Elsa Tellier, Alexandre Leblanc

Intermediate - Dance 2 // Let's dance! //
Aimed at people who already have a good basic technique in contemporary dance, this class aims to consolidate technique, integrate different qualities and nuances into dance practice, while maintaining the pleasure of dancing to develop personal expression.

Profile -  The participant must have followed the previous level (already initiated-Dance 1) for 1 to 2 years or already have an intermediate level in contemporary dance. From 16 years old.
Prerequisite
- Be able to sustain a high intensity of physical effort and maintain a fast pace
- excellent memory skills
- Ability to find one's way around a contemporary dance class without demonstration (center, traverses, diagonals, etc.)
- Ability to perform basic contemporary dance techniques without demonstration

Teachers: Hélène Remoué, Elsa Tellier

Advanced - Dance 3 // The Pleasure of Dancing //
For regular attendees, technical classes and challenging choreographic excerpts. Advanced contemporary dance classes focus on applying technical skills to choreographic and performance requirements.

Profile: The participant must have followed the previous level (Intermediate-Dance 2) for 1 to 2 years or already have an advanced level in contemporary dance. From 16 years old.
Prerequisite
- Be able to sustain a high intensity of physical effort and maintain a fast pace
- excellent memory skills
- Ability to find one's way around a contemporary dance class without demonstration (center, traverses, diagonals, etc.)
- Ability to perform contemporary dance vocabulary techniques without demonstration

Teachers: Hélène Remoué, Marie-Maxime Ross

Calendar

• Fall 2023: September 9 to December 4 | Except on October 7, 8, 9
• Winter 2024: January 13 to April 8 | Except on March 30, 31 and April 1st
• Spring 2024: April 13 to May 16

*Exception: The Beginner Contemporary Dance class on Thursdays at 6 p.m. will run from September 21 to December 7, 2023.

Photos: Julie Artacho | Dancers: Michelle Lucero Moris, Iban Bourgoin, Ludovic, Germain-Thivierge, Alice Jackson