American Dance Institute also offers Teen Modern dance classes for ages 8-12, and Adult Modern/Contemporary Dance.

For Parents, Teens, Kids

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Teen Modern Dance Classes

Teen Contemporary dance classes at American Dance Institute's Seattle dance studio start with a thorough and effective warm-up. This will build your physical strength and stimulate your body's core connections. The warm up is followed by phrase work (choreographed movement) focusing on directional and weight changes, rhythm, and Laban Fundamentals (i.e. time, space, effort, etc.) If you don't know what these terms mean, no worries. We will teach it to you!

Seattle is a mecca for Modern & Contemporary dance and our studio employs many of Seattle's finest teachers. They are exceptionally trained and know how to lead a great class.

You'll progress quickly and safely in your teen modern dance classes under the care of our instructors, unlike at many other schools where the instructor favors the more experienced and long-term students.

Teen Modern Dance
Winter-Spring 2019

Class Schedule

Greenwood and Magnolia: February 11 - June 20, 2019

Shoreline: February 4 - June 14, 2019

Teen Modern Dance Classes Greenwood

Junior/Teen Modern II

Ages 11-14

Tuesdays, 4:15-5:15 PM with Abby Zimmerman in Studio #1

Teen/Adult Modern I

Ages 15+

Mondays, 8:00-9:15 PM with Abby Zimmerman in Studio #2

Teen/Adult Modern II

Ages 15+

Tuesdays, 8:00-9:15 PM with Kara Burrow in Studio #1

Teen/Adult Intermediate Modern

Ages 15+

Mondays, 6:15-7:45 PM with Rebecca Barney in Studio #1

Wednesdays, 6:15-7:45 PM with Rebecca Barney in Studio #1

Greenwood Class Session Registration

Class Prices

Teen Modern Dance Classes Magnolia

Junior/Teen Intermediate Modern

Ages 11-14

Mondays, 6:30-7:45 PM with Margaret Behm

Magnolia Class Session Registration

Class Prices

Teen Modern Dance Classes Shoreline

Teen/Adult Beginning Modern Dance

Ages 15+

Tuesdays, 6:45-8:00 PM,
Emily Curtiss in Studio #1

Shoreline Class Session Registration

Class Pricing

1240 NE 175th St. Shoreline, Washington, 98155

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Teen Modern Dance
School Year 2018-2019 Class Schedule

Greenwood and Magnolia Locations: September 17, 2018 - June 20, 2019

Shoreline Location: September 11, 2018 - June 14, 2019

Teen Modern Dance Classes Greenwood

Junior/Teen Modern

Ages 11-14

Tuesdays, 4:15-5:15 PM with Abby Zimmerman, Studio #1

Teen/Adult Modern I

Ages 15+

Mondays, 8:00-9:15 with Abby Zimmerman, Studio #2

Teen/Adult Modern II

Ages 15+

Tuesdays, 8:00-9:15 with Kara Burrows, Studio #2

Teen/Adult Intermediate Modern

Ages 15+

Mondays, 6:15-7:45PM with Rebecca Barney, Studio #1

Wednesdays, 6:15-7:45PM with Rebecca Barney, Studio #1

Greenwood Class Session Registration

Class Prices

Teen Modern Dance Classes Magnolia

Junior/Teen Intermediate Modern

Ages 11-14

Mondays, 6:30-7:45 PM with Margaret Behm

Magnolia Class Session Registration

Class Prices

Teen Modern Dance Classes Shoreline

Teen/Adult Modern Dance I (ages 15+)
Tuesdays, 6:45-8:00 PM,
Emily Curtiss, Studio #1

Shoreline Class Session Registration

Class Pricing

1240 NE 175th St. Shoreline, Washington, 98155

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Class Notes

Teen Modern Dance Classes Attire:

Wear Black calf-length dance pants or leggings with a fitted t-shirt or tank top, bare feet.

Intermediate Contemporary: Any comfortable dance attire.

Attire is available at Centerstage Capezio, 5261 University NE. (527-4697)

…or many local department stores.

American Dance Institute's

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Beautiful student images from our June 2018 dance performance.

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Our dance instructors have extensive knowledge of and are qualified to teach Modern and Contemporary dance classes.

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Kara Burrows

Margaret Behm

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Abby Zimmerman

Maia Nowack

Emily Curtis

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American dance Institute student, Jada O, on the shores of Greenlake.

This is Jada, a teen student at American Dance Institute, striking a beautiful dance pose on the scenic shores of Seattle's Green Lake.

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Finding great teen modern & contemporary dance class.

Look for non-competitive dance classes where everyone is friendly and you will always feel welcome.
The teacher understands that the pace of the class has to be good for you.

A dance studio with a special 'sprung' wood floor that 'gives' to protect your feet and ankles. Avoid studios with regular wood floors and heaven forbid, run away from dance studios with hardwood or linoleum over concrete floors.
Does the school have accommodating school policies like a 100% money back guarantee if you don't like your class for any reason? They should.

Most importantly look for a school that has expert dance teachers who know how to give you personalized attention so you will progress faster.

We wrote a quick read guide: 10 Top Questions to Ask A Dance School-Before You Give Them Your Money. It's FREE here.

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Instructor Rebecca Barney

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21 customer reviews.

Rebecca teaches:

Jazz

Contemporary

Adult Ballet

Teen Ballet

Testimonials/Comments

For kids and adults alike, Rebecca is a creative, engaged, inspiring instructor. She clearly has high expectations for her students and it's exciting and rewarding to work hard in her classes. She's a lot of fun and does a terrific job.

Lisa Stiffler
ADI Parent & Student

She is great at knowing when to make corrections without being overwhelming. She's a great dancer to watch and is always able to demonstrate proper form.

A. T.
ADI Student

I always took home something new from her class regarding muscle groups used for various positions, very detailed in explaining movement and I like how she is keen on teaching you the right way if she sees you not getting it. She will focus on you but also involve the rest of the class. I think her choreography at the end of the year is very good.

Miranda F.
ADI Student

Rebecca is really great about breaking down the steps and technique for beginners!

Bobbi T.
ADI Student

She's knowledgeable and supportive!

Irene H.
ADI Student

She has high expectations of the dancers and teaches technique well.

Stella B.
ADI Student

Becca is wonderful.

Melissa K.
ADI Parent

“Great with the kids, knowledgeable.”

Mark W.
ADI Parent

13 additional students rated Rebecca 'Consistently Awesome-5 stars'.

Rebecca's Bio

Rebecca has been teaching dance at American Dance Institute since 2010.

She was graduated Cornish College of the Arts with a Bachelor Fine Arts degree.

Rebecca Greenfield began her formal Ballet training at Southwest Washington Dance Center with Hugh Bigney and continued her education with Dean Speer, Jehrin Alexandria, and Stephanie Saland.

She has completed summer intensives with Summer Dance Lab, Northwest Dance Intensive, Spectrum Dance Theater, and Strictly Seattle.

Rebecca worked closely under the mentorship of Danielle Brosco and danced with Brosco’s company Blacken Tan Dance for over ten years including performances at the “Seattle Fringe Festival” and “12 Minutes Max” for On the Boards.

She performed a work by Donald Byrd in Seattle’s “Dance This! 2010” and recently completed a season with 127th St Dance.

Over the last 10 years, Rebecca has taught ballet, pointe, partnering, hula and modern. She was a co-director of S.W.D.C’s production of “The Nutcracker” for 5 years.

Interesting Facts

Rebecca was graduated Cornish College of the Arts with a Bachelor Fine Arts degree.

She was a Co-Director of South West Dance Company's production of 'The Nutcracker' for 5 years.

She recently completed a season with the 127th Street Dance company in Seattle.

Rebecca has performed in many Seattle iconic performances.

Rebecca Barney dance instructor for american dance institute participating in a core building exercise.

Working out in a contemporary dance class.

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Rebecca's graduation photo from Cornish College of the Arts.

Instructor Kara Burrows

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24 customer reviews.

Classes Kara Teaches

Ballet. Pointe, Contemporary

Testimonials/Comments

"I love her musicality and how she personally connects with us - the adults in her class. I like that she is firm with the kids but also inspiring."

I love coming to class, it's always challenging, but Kara is always patient and willing to explain and re-explain if needed.

Dedicated to students and ballet.

Kara makes all classes super fun and never lets anyone get frustrated. No matter what the issue is you feel you're facing, Kara will help knock it aside by any means necessary.

Energetic, smiley, invested and skilled. She uses good analogies when trying to explain moves.

Bright and energetic. A joy to learn from.

Encouraging and kind

Constructive feedback, positive energy, encouraging

Kara has 16 additional ratings of 'Consistently Awesome-5 stars'

Kara's Bio

Kara Rochelle (Dominick) Burrows received her early training at Ballet Basics from Connie Benson, and at Ballet Idaho Academy in Boise, ID under the direction of Jeff and Cathy Giese and Lisa Moon.

In 2006, she was graduated Suma Cum Laude from the Cornish College of the Arts. At Cornish, Kara performed in works by Sahra Slipper, Deb Wolf, Donald Byrd, Pat Hon, Jose Limon, Martha Graham and others.

She has been a dance ambassador and model for Lululemon Athletica in Bellevue, WA. She danced for three seasons with Ballet Bellevue, and in 2012, was a demi-soloist in their original production of “Handel’s Messiah: Opera Ballet.”;In Seattle, she danced for six seasons with Dance Contemporary, directed by Tesee George, and two seasons with Lilianna Koledin and Jessica Schroeder as part of the LKJ Project.

She has performed in numerous, well-known Seattle showcases, including:
Seattle International Dance Festival’s Spotlight on Seattle, Evoke Productions: Full Tilt, MOVE Tacoma, Chop Shop Bodies of Work.

Kara is in her ninth year teaching ballet, pointe, and contemporary at American Dance Institute in Seattle, WA.

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Yes, ballet teachers laugh. Kara Burrows, long time ballet instructor with American Dance Institute, laughs during class and perfectly embodies serious instruction and a fun spirit. This is American Dance Institute.

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Ballet and Contemporary dance teacher Kara Burrows with American Dance Institute student Rachel, participants in Seattle Summer Streets festival.

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Dance teacher, Kara Borrows, with American Dance Institute performing in a local dance performance.

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Kara Burrows waits with her Jr. Ballet students just before their performance at a Greenwood Phinney art walk event.

Margaret Behm

Margaret's Bio

Originally from Fort Collins, CO, Margaret holds a BFA in Dance and a Minor in Women & Gender Studies from the University of Colorado Boulder. She has been a member of Louder than Words Dancetheatre in Denver, CO and most recently with Keshet Dance Company in Albuquerque, NM.

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Margaret has directed the pre-professional programs at Mountain Dance in Fort Collins, where she also grew up dancing. At Keshet Dance Company, her teaching experience was diverse and included teaching Adaptive dance, working with dancers with disabilities.

Margaret is a dance and teaching artist with an affinity for improvisation, and a desire to explore the infinite ways her body moves. As a teacher, she takes pride in guiding others’ discoveries of their dancing bodies, and wants everyone to feel empowered to take up space in the world.

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Margaret is new to Seattle and incredibly excited to get involved with the dance community and to be joining the staff at ADI.

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ADI instructor Margaret Behm with students Sara, Jessica, Carly, Sophia and Ann at our first Junior/Teen Intermediate Jazz class at our new Magnolia studio. Great work tonight girls. So happy to have you in our ADI family.

Abby Zimmerman

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Abigail ("Abby”) Zimmerman grew up in Gray’s River, WA, and received her early training at Maddox Dance Studio, Warrenton, OR where she was also a member of the Little Ballet Theatre.

She holds a B.F.A. from Cornish College of the Arts, Seattle, WA and is a certified pilates mat instructor. Abigail has performed with 127th St. Dance, and has danced at the Astoria Music Festival on multiple occasions. She has performed works by local Seattle choreographers Donald Byrd, Dayna Hanson, Jamie Karlovich, Wade Madsen, Zoe Scofield, and Deborah Wolf.

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Abby, on the right, models a new ADI Hoodie seat shirt with fellow instructor Margret Behm.

Maia Nowack

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Mia Nowack is a dance teacher for American Dance Institute

Maia grew up dancing in Seattle, then went to Northwestern University in Evanston where she graduated suma cum laude with a Bachelors in Theatre and a minor in Dance. While there, she performed in works by Chicago based choreographers including Jeff Hancock, Joel Valentin Martinez, and Maray Gutierrez.

She has also participated in Strictly Seattle and Dance This! intensives in Seattle. She has taught both drama and dance to students in the Evanston School District, and interned at Seattle Children's Theatre, where she is now a teaching apprentice.

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Maia Nowack and her pesky friend.

Maia Nowack with first tap class in American Dance Institute's first Magnolia tap dancing class.

Adult tap students Christine and Cheryl with instructor Maia Nowack in our first tap class in Magnolia.

Emily Curtiss

Emily Curtiss teaches: Ballet Classes, Pre-Ballet Classes, Children's Creative Dance, Modern Dance and Mommy & Me Toddler Dance classes at American Dance Institute Shoreline, WA.

Emily Curtiss had her early training at Studio One and Allegro Dance Studio, both in Sandpoint, Idaho. She studied Ballet, Jazz and Modern and danced for 4 years on the Sandpoint High School Dance Team. She holds a BFA in Dance from the University of Montana. Emily has extensive choreographic and performance experience and has been teaching since 2012.

Emily joined American Dance Institute in January of 2018.

DANCE CLASS PRICING GUIDE

Winter-Spring 2017

Registration Is Open

The Fall session ends Feb 5 & the Winter-Spring session starts Feb 6.

Choose from 3 payment options:

1. Full Session Payment Pricing

2. Payment Plan

3. Punch Card

(Intermediate Adult Classes Only)

1. FULL SESSION PAYMENT PRICING

Full Session Tuition

1 class per week: $380

2 classes per week $722

3 classes per week $1,026

4 classes per week $1,292

Above prices are for both Magnolia & Greenwood locations.

Above prices are based on a 19-week session.

Above prices are for cash or check purchases.

If you choose to pay via Electronic Funds Transfer, a 3% process fee will be added to all electronic fund transfers (EFT), debit card & credit card purchases.

Annual $40 registration fee per family due at sign up.

EARLY BIRD NOTE: We offer additional discounts at the start of each new sign up period. See Early Bird prices here.

No hidden recital or costume fees.

Please call the office if you have any questions: 206-783-0755 or email us here.

Option 2: PAYMENT PLAN

INTRO-LEVEL

A fun, educational & fitness activity that just might lead somewhere... : )

For brand new & returning students

Minimum one class per week

Expert dance instruction.

Friendly, Non-competitive Environment

Fun introduction to or continuation of basic dance technique.

Demonstrable proficiency in just 6-8 weeks.

In-house, no cost class recitals.

4 Payments of

$99.75 cash/check

Annual $40 registration fee per family due at sign up.

No hidden recital or costume fees.

Our Most Popular

DANCE INTEREST

Strong desire to start or return to dance.

2- 3 Classes per week

Expert dance instruction.

Friendly, Non-competitive Environment

Fun introduction to or continuation of basic dance technique.

Demonstrable proficiency in just 4-6 weeks.

In-house, no cost class recitals.

Save money over single class price.

Combines dance & culture for a rich personal fitness experience that NEVER gets old.

4 Payments of

$189.53-$269.33 cash/check

Annual $40 registration fee per family due at sign up.

No hidden recital or costume fees.

SERIOUS STUDENT

Formal dance training for the serious student.

4 or more Classes per week

Expert dance instruction.

Friendly, Non-competitive Environment

Quarterly observation by ADI's Director to help guide & coach..

Experience quick advancement through levels with demonstrable proficiency in 2-3 weeks.

Community Performance/Showcase Opportunities

Combines dance & culture for a rich fitness experience.

Our Best Value: Five or more classes per week same price as four!

4 Payments of

$339.15 cash/check

Annual $40 registration fee per family due at sign up.

No hidden recital or costume fees.

Please call the office if you have any questions: 206-783-0755 or email us here.

3. Punch Card

Below Pricing Is For Adult Intermediate and Advanced Level Classes Only

These class cards cannot be used on beginning level classes or children's classes.

These class cards are non refundable-No exceptions.

Class Card Size Credit Card Cash, Check, or Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT)
Single Class/Drop In: $21 $20
5 Class Card: $93 $90
10 Class Card: $175 $170
15 Class Card: $247 $240
20 Class Card: $330 $320

Class Card Size	Credit Card	Cash, Check, or Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT)
Single Class/Drop In:	$21	$20
5 Class Card:	$93	$90
10 Class Card:	$175	$170
15 Class Card:	$247	$240
20 Class Card:	$330	$320

No Class Card? No Problem. Drop-In On Any Open Adult Intermediate or Advanced Class, At Any Time, For Only $20

There is a $40.00 annual registration fee per family due at time of registration.

Class cards must be used within two months of purchase.

Class cards are non refundable-No exceptions.

Please call the office if you have any questions: 206-783-0755 or email us here.

Payments, Refunds, and Missed Class Policies

Payment is due at the time of registration along with a $40.00 non-refundable registration fee. We cannot secure a place for you in class until payment (full or partial) has been received. Class size is limited. If we reserve a space for you in class, you are liable for the full tuition.

REFUNDS: will be given if you are unhappy with our program in any way. If a student has to withdraw due to medical reasons, credit towards another quarter will be given with a valid doctor’s note. You will be charged for all classes until ADI is notified of medical circumstances or reason for withdrawal. Registration fees are non-refundable.

MISSED CLASSES: Because we limit class size, we cannot credit you for missed classes. Make-up classes are encouraged and permitted within the same session. Check with instructor for appropriate make-up classes.

FAMILY DISCOUNT: A 10% discount is given on second (or additional) family member's tuition when all family members are enrolling for the full session. Discount does not apply when tuition is pro-rated or for family members on a class card.

No hidden recital or costume fees.

*Payment plans are available with an additional 5% administrative fee. Please call the office for details.

Mommy/Daddy & Me Toddler Dance Classes run in 9 week sessions.

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Teen Modern Dance Classes

For Parents, Teens, Kids

Teen Modern Dance Classes

Teen Modern Dance Winter-Spring 2019

Class Schedule

Teen Modern Dance Classes Greenwood

Junior/Teen Modern II

Tuesdays, 4:15-5:15 PM with Abby Zimmerman in Studio #1

Teen/Adult Modern I

Mondays, 8:00-9:15 PM with Abby Zimmerman in Studio #2

Teen/Adult Modern II

Ages 15+

Tuesdays, 8:00-9:15 PM with Kara Burrow in Studio #1

Teen/Adult Intermediate Modern

Mondays, 6:15-7:45 PM with Rebecca Barney in Studio #1

Teen Modern Dance Classes Magnolia

Junior/Teen Intermediate Modern

Teen Modern Dance Classes Shoreline

Teen Modern Dance School Year 2018-2019 Class Schedule

Teen Modern Dance Classes Greenwood

Junior/Teen Modern

Tuesdays, 4:15-5:15 PM with Abby Zimmerman, Studio #1

Teen/Adult Modern I

Mondays, 8:00-9:15 with Abby Zimmerman, Studio #2

Teen/Adult Modern II

Ages 15+

Tuesdays, 8:00-9:15 with Kara Burrows, Studio #2

Teen/Adult Intermediate Modern

Mondays, 6:15-7:45PM with Rebecca Barney, Studio #1

Teen Modern Dance Classes Magnolia

Junior/Teen Intermediate Modern

Teen Modern Dance Classes Shoreline

Class Notes

Teen Modern Dance Classes Attire:

American Dance Institute's

Excellence On Display

Our dance instructors have extensive knowledge of and are qualified to teach Modern and Contemporary dance classes.

Abby Zimmerman

Maia Nowack

Emily Curtis

Finding great teen modern & contemporary dance class.

Instructor Rebecca Barney

Testimonials/Comments

Rebecca's Bio

Instructor Kara Burrows

Classes Kara Teaches

Testimonials/Comments

Kara's Bio

Margaret Behm

Margaret's Bio

Abby Zimmerman

Maia Nowack

Emily Curtiss

DANCE CLASS PRICING GUIDE

Winter-Spring 2017

Registration Is Open

Choose from ﻿﻿﻿﻿3﻿﻿﻿﻿ payment ﻿options:

3. Punch Card

Full Session Tuition

INTRO-LEVEL

A fun, educational & fitness activity that just might lead somewhere... : )

$99.75 cash/check

Our Most Popular

DANCE INTEREST

Strong desire to start or return to dance.

$189.53-$269.33 cash/check

SERIOUS STUDENT

Formal dance training for the serious student.

$339.15 cash/check

Below Pricing Is For Adult Intermediate and Advanced Level Classes Only

These class cards cannot be used on beginning level classes or children's classes.

These class cards are non refundable-No exceptions.

Class Card Size Credit Card Cash, Check, or Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT)Single Class/Drop In: $21 $205 Class Card: $93 $9010 Class Card: $175 $17015 Class Card: $247 $24020 Class Card: $330 $320

No Class Card? No Problem. Drop-In On Any Open Adult Intermediate or Advanced Class, At Any Time, For Only $20

There is a $40.00 annual registration fee per family due at time of registration.

Class cards must be used within two months of purchase.

Class cards are non refundable-No exceptions.

Payments, Refunds, and Missed Class Policies

*Payment plans are available with an additional 5% administrative fee. Please call the office for details.

Mommy/Daddy & Me Toddler Dance Classes run in 9 week sessions.

Teen Modern Dance
Winter-Spring 2019

Teen Modern Dance
School Year 2018-2019 Class Schedule

Choose from 3 payment options:

Class Card Size Credit Card Cash, Check, or Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT)
Single Class/Drop In: $21 $20
5 Class Card: $93 $90
10 Class Card: $175 $170
15 Class Card: $247 $240
20 Class Card: $330 $320