Gateway Dance Theatre
Modern Dance and dance classes.


Gateway Dance Class Schedule

Adult and children classes held at GDT Studio in the Historic East Village
315 E, 5th Street, Suite 12, Des Moines 50309

*Club Fit classes. Download Club Fit flyer.
NOTE: ClubFit classes end March 27, 2010; No Bharatanatyam class on March 14, 21, and 28.

Day Time Class Instructor
Monday 5:45pm Zumba Express* MyClubFit@gmail.com
  6:30pm Cardio Sculpt* MyClubFit@gmail.com
Tuesday 6-6:30pm Drum (Djembe & Conga)
(GDT, by appointment)
LeeMan Furgerson; 515-283-8383
gatewaydance@gmail.com
  6:30-7:30pm Jazz & World Rhythms (GDT) Penny Furgerson; 515-283-8383
gatewaydance@gmail.com
  7:35-8:30pm GDT Repertory Ensemble (by invitation) Penny Furgerson; 515-283-8383
gatewaydance@gmail.com
Wednesday 6:00am Fit Mix* MyClubFit@gmail.com
  5:00-5:30pm Drum (Djembe & Conga)
(GDT, by appointment)
LeeMan Furgerson; 515-283-8383
gatewaydance@gmail.com
  5:30-6:15pm Kids Jazz & World Rhythms (GDT) Penny Furgerson; 515-283-8383
gatewaydance@gmail.com
  6:30-7:30pm Dance of India (classical - Bharatanatyam and folk). 11 and above. Includes adults. Penny Furgerson; 515-283-8383
gatewaydance@gmail.com
  7:35-8:30pm GDT Repertory Ensemble (by invitation) Penny Furgerson; 515-283-8383
gatewaydance@gmail.com
Thursday 5:45pm Yoga/Pilates Combo* MyClubFit@gmail.com
  6:30pm Fit Mix* MyClubFit@gmail.com
  7:30-9:00pm Capoeira Professor Xará - Capoeira Cordão de Ouro www.rootscapoeira.com
ValadaoMauro@johndeere.com
Saturday 8:30am Zumba/Ballet Sculpt* MyClubFit@gmail.com
Sunday

10-11am
(advanced students)

11am-12pm
(kids, new students)

Bharatanatyam
(classical Indian dance)

Hema Sharma, 913-696-0213
hemavathisharma2001@gmail.com

Haema Nilakanta
haema.nilakanta@gmail.com

Classes

Capoeira (Introductory Fee: $5 per class). Capoeira is a Brazilian martial art form developed by the African slaves in Brazil over 400 years ago. It combines the potency of a Martial art, the fluidity and expressiveness of dance, the soul-calling power of music, the wit and playfulness of clever games, and the challenge of the acrobatics into one beautiful art form.

Club Fit $10 (Drop In); $56 (8 classes); $99 (16 classes); $120 (Unlimited for 6 weeks)

  • All classes are about 45 minutes, unless labeled otherwise
  • Participants are encouraged t make up missed classes by attending a similar class or small group training before the end of the current session.
  • Pilates participants are encouraged to bring a mat which is at least 1/4” thick to protect the spine and
    prevent injury, however basic fitness mats are available for use at the studio if you do not have your own.
  • Participants are encouraged to bring a sweat towel and water to each class and small group training.
    Supportive shoes are required for all Club Fit classes other than Pilates, which may be done with or
    without shoes.

Dance of India- Classical & Traditional Folk (GDT) Emphasis on Bharatanatyam classical dance and traditional folk dances from North and South India.

Jazz & World Rhythms Dance (GDT) World music and dance styles – emphasis on Jazz, Modern, Dunham, African, Asian Indian movements & routines.

Special Bharatanatyam Classes an intensive Bharatanatyam course that can lead to an Arangetam or formal debut depending on student’s commitment. On going classes with GDT encouraged to continue the training and performance opportunities.

Tuition
Prepaid GDT members $30 for 6 classes (GDT membership: Individual $35, Family: $50)
Prepaid non-members $42 for 6 classes
Additional charge for Special Classes. Classes other than GDT designated are paid directly to the instructor at their tuition rate.

GATEWAY DANCE THEATRE • 315 East 5th. Suite 12 Des Moines, IA 50309 • PH 515.283.8383/515.282.8696