Move / Make / Dance is a weekend intensive designed for adult dancers, college dancers, and teachers who are actively engaged in their practice and looking for a meaningful, movement-centered experience in community.
Held at Contemporary Dance & Fitness Studio in Montpelier, this small, curated weekend offers a range of classes in contemporary, modern, contemporary ballet, improvisation, composition, and repertory. Dancers choose their own schedule from multiple daily offerings, allowing for a personalized experience that supports both challenge and sustainability.
The weekend is grounded in a shared commitment to dancing fully - physically, creatively, and with intention - while maintaining an environment that is supportive, inclusive, and non-competitive.
Participants can expect:
Enrollment will be capped at 25 dancers to maintain an intimate and supportive atmosphere.
Held at Contemporary Dance & Fitness Studio in Montpelier, this small, curated weekend offers a range of classes in contemporary, modern, contemporary ballet, improvisation, composition, and repertory. Dancers choose their own schedule from multiple daily offerings, allowing for a personalized experience that supports both challenge and sustainability.
The weekend is grounded in a shared commitment to dancing fully - physically, creatively, and with intention - while maintaining an environment that is supportive, inclusive, and non-competitive.
Participants can expect:
- Multiple contemporary classes with different teachers and perspectives
- Modern and contemporary ballet technique
- Repertory and composition / choreographic exploration
- Optional informal showing
- Lunchtime lectures, film screenings, and discussion
- Space for connection, reflection, and community
Enrollment will be capped at 25 dancers to maintain an intimate and supportive atmosphere.
schedule
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FRIDAY — Arrival + Grounding
5:00–5:30 PM — Check-In + Arrival
6:00–7:30 PM — Technique Block 1 (Split Levels)
7:30–8:00 PM — Collective Cooldown + Connection
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SATURDAY — Full Day Immersion
9:30–10:00 AM — Arrival + Warm-Up Space Opens
1:15–2:30 PM — Lunch Break / Optional Activity
2:30–4:00 PM — Block 3
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SUNDAY — Integration + Closing
9:30–10:30 AM — Full-group morning practice
10:45 AM–12:15 PM — Block 1 (Contemporary Continuation)
12:15–1:30 PM — Lunch Break / Optional Lecture, Film, or Discussion
1:30–3:00 PM — Block 2 (Return + Create)
3:15–4:00 PM — Optional Sharing
4:00–4:30 PM — Closing Circle
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faculty
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mary selene |
isadora snapp |
guest artist tba |
tuition
Full Weekend Tuition (includes access to all classes):
$200 — Early Bird (through June 15th)
$250 — Regular Tuition
Tuition includes full access to the weekend schedule. Dancers may choose which classes to attend based on interest and level.
Registration opens May 10th and closes July 20th.
$200 — Early Bird (through June 15th)
$250 — Regular Tuition
Tuition includes full access to the weekend schedule. Dancers may choose which classes to attend based on interest and level.
Registration opens May 10th and closes July 20th.
housing
Simple, dorm-style housing is available through Greenway Institute for those traveling from out of town.
$50 per night — Single room
$25 per night — Shared room (2 people)
Rooms are double occupancy with two twin beds. Shared bathrooms are located on each floor. Please note that linens and towels are not provided.
Housing is optional and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
$50 per night — Single room
$25 per night — Shared room (2 people)
Rooms are double occupancy with two twin beds. Shared bathrooms are located on each floor. Please note that linens and towels are not provided.
Housing is optional and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
