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LAVA'S FALL 2012 CLASS SCHEDULE

Classes for kids and adults
SESSION RUNS September 10 - December 15

Classes at the LAVA Studio offer students the opportunity to learn physical skills and fitness in an environment that is supportive and inclusive. LAVA classes focus on the physical rigor of acrobatic and dance training within an environment that is respectful, positive, and unpretentious. Taught by artists, the classes also include creative and performance exercises that engage and inspire students at all levels of experience.
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KIDS' CLASSES:


LAVA ACROBATICS & PARTNERING FOR KIDS

Mixed-level classes that explore a movement vocabulary to improve strength, flexibility, and coordination and to discover LAVA's methods with acrobatics, partnering, handstands, trapeze, and composition.
All classes are drop-off.
 
MONDAY 3:45-4:45 PM AGES 5-6 Dylan & Hilary
MONDAY 5:00-6:00 PM AGES 6-8 Dylan & Hilary
 
WEDNESDAY 3:45-4:45 PM AGES 5-10 Dylan & Diana
 
THURSDAY 3:30-4:15 PM AGES 4-5 Diana & Grace
 
FRIDAY 3:10-3:55 PM AGES 3-4 Dylan & Cristina
 
SATURDAY 10:00-10:45 AM AGES 3-4 Cristina & Hilary

13-Class Session $255


LAVA TUMBLING & HANDSTANDS FOR KIDS

Mixed-level class that focuses on flexibility and strength while teaching inverting, turning, and tumbling on the floor, mini-tramp and trapeze.
Drop-off classes.

THURSDAY 4:30-6:00 PM AGES 8-13 Gary & Diana
 
SATURDAY 11:00 - 12:30 PM AGES 5-12 Gary & Cristina

13-Class Session $325


COMMUNITY CLASS FOR KIDS -- DROP-IN -- FREE

This drop-off class is open to kids with a desire to discover acrobatics without the full commitment of an entire session, or to practice skills they've already learned. Open to beginners, newcomers, and enrolled students.
 
WEDNESDAY 5:00-6:00 PM AGES 5-12 Dylan & Diana


ADULT CLASSES:


LAVA HANDSTANDS FOR ADULTS

TUESDAY 6:30-7:30 PM | Instructor: Diana Y Greiner
THURSDAY 6:30-7:30 PM | Instructor: Sarah East Johnson
Get your feet in the air, turn your world upside down, build strength, coordination, balance, and confidence in this class that teaches handstands for all levels. You will learn how to get into a handstand, be in a handstand, and solidify a regular practice that is enjoyable, challenging, healthy, and thrilling.
$180 for the 13-week session or $15/class for drop-in


LAVA STRENGTH AND FLEXIBILITY FOR ALL BODIES 

TUESDAY 7:45 - 8:45 PM| Instructor: Diana Y Greiner
THURSDAY 7:45 - 8:45 PM| Instructor: Sarah East Johnson
This class provides an atmosphere in which your entire body will be stimulated and exercised. Using a unique combination of training tools used in circus, dance, and a variety of other forms, you will increase your strength, flexibility, coordination, and connections in a practice that is accessible to all bodies. Conditioning, stretching, partnering, and group activities guarantee a class that will be the highlight of your week.

$180 for the 13-week session or $15/class for drop-in


TUMBLING FOR ADULTS

SATURDAY 12:45 - 2:15 PM | Instructor: Gary Lai
Strength and flexibility are the focus as students build power, speed, and air awareness. Students will learn skills that range from rolling to flipping. Mini-tramp, floorwork and inversions from related arts are included.
$240 for the 13-week session or $20/class for drop-in


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LOCATION AND DIRECTIONS

The LAVA Studio is located in Prospect Heights at 524 Bergen Street (between 6th Avenue and Carlton). Take the 2 or 3 to Bergen Street, the B or Q to 7th Ave, or any Atlantic Avenue subway.

PRICING AND REGISTRATION

Thirteen-week sessions range from $180 to $325, $15-$20 drop in rates for adults, and a 10% multi-class or family discount for the second and each additional kids class individuals and families take. We offer work-study for adults and scholarships and financial aid for kids, so no one will be turned away from classes for lack of funds. Check the box on the registration form if you are interested in a scholarship or financial aid for your child.

To reserve your spot in a kids class, please send a deposit of $150 per class or full payment. The remaining balance is due the first day of class. Fees may be paid in cash or check. Please make checks payable to LAVA.

We will confirm your enrollment via email once we receive your registration and payment.

CANCELLATION

We reserve the right to cancel a class if there is not enough enrollment for a particular class. In the case of a cancellation you will be offered another class or a full refund.

LAVA's performance and education programs are supported by Brooklyn Arts Council, NYC Department of Cultural Affairs, The Puffin Foundation, Estelle's Choice, LAVA's annual Handstand-a-Thon, and numerous individuals.