Contemporary Dance for Adults (Ages 18+)
Wednesdays 6:00-7:25 PM
January 29-April 23
Instructor: Mary Rodgers
Cost: $180
Are you ready to move with passion and purpose? This invigorating dance class is designed to help you develop your skills in fluidity and express your praise to the King! Join us for a devotional, prayer time, and an energizing warm-up before we dive into a dynamic range of technique and improvisation lessons. Throughout the semester, you’ll be challenged to step outside your comfort zone, push your limits, and unlock your full potential. By the end of this session, you’ll have a deeper understanding of the power of incorporating prayer and devotion into your practice and will be equipped to express yourself through dance and movement. Don’t miss this opportunity to unleash your inner dancer!
*Students will participate in the end-of-semester Showcase on April 25, 2025
**Open to both new and returning Contemporary Dance Students.
Attire:
Fitted, athletic short sleeved shirt or tank top
Solid-colored socks
Hair secured out of the face in a tight braid, bun, or ponytail if possible
Women: Solid-colored leggings, any length
Men: Solid-colored jogger pants
Please wear dress code to class by the third week of the session. We’ll be in touch mid-semester with costume to purchase, roughly $30.
About the Instructor
Mary Rodgers
Mary Rodgers, a Fort Collins, Colorado native, began her dance journey at the young age of four. Her dance repertoire includes a range of techniques such as Ballet, Pointe, Tap, Lyrical, and Jazz. A joy was quickly sparked in Mary’s heart for dancing for Jesus as her classes performed to worshipful songs at churches, nursing homes, and onstage.
As her skills developed, Mary performed in numerous full-length ballets such as The Nutcracker, Cinderella, and Snow White. She continued her dance education at Colorado State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Dance. During her time there, Mary received rigorous training in Ballet and Modern techniques, pedagogy, history, repertoire, improvisation, and choreography. She also performed in several student and faculty works and choreographed her own pieces.
Currently, Mary teaches Ballet, Acro, and Worship at the Colorado Ballet Society, where she shares her passion for dance and inspires her students to achieve their full potential in technique, movement, and worship.
Beyond her passion for dance, Mary enjoys coffee crafting, outdoor activities, and spending time with her family and community. She has been happily married to her loving husband, Daniel, for five years.
With her wealth of knowledge and expertise, Mary is excited to provide her students at KAIA with the tools they need to grow and excel in their dance journey with the Lord!
