Rhythm, Dance & Soul Studio

Description

Rhythmic gymnastics combines elements of ballet, gymnastics and theatrical dance. During our classes your child will learn to feel rhythm in music and freedom in artistic movement through dance, games and music. Your child will develop and strengthen physical aptitude as well as creative talents, increase flexibility and learn fundamental skills (balances, pivots and leaps). Children will learn how to use rhythmic apparatus (ribbon, ball, hoop, rope, scarves) exercised to music, starting with simple movement and advancing to strenuous activities. This class is designed to promote good posture and grace of movement.
About coach: Leila Rogovina has been a professional gymnast since 1976, and has earned a title of a USSR Master of Sports in Rhythmic Gymnastics. Leila has an extensive academic background, as well as working experience in education. With a degree in Childhood Education and Specialization in Children with Special Needs, Leila is also knowledgeable in Waldorf Pedagogy and Eurhythmy. She started teaching movement classes and coaching children in 1984, and has done so in various educational and sport environments such as sport club, kindergarten centers, secondary schools, colleges. She has extensive experience (over eight years) in professional Calgary Rhythmic Gymnastics club. Currently she is coaching Ballet at competitive level, Pre-competitive and Recreation groups at the UofC Gymnastics Club. Schedule: Tuesday 5pm to 7pm for junior group (7-12 years old)(max 10 children) Friday 4pm to 5:30 pm for pre-junior group (4-6 years old) (max 10 children)