Hopping Flow

Designed for all skill levels, focusing on foundational tricks, isolations, and hooping techniques.

Emphasizing fun, proper posture, breathing, and mindful movement.

Attendees will leave feeling lighter, calmer, and eager for more.

No experience is needed, and all bodies are welcome.

Join Elisa Besteman - Grand Rapids’ Whirling, Twirling Renaissance Woman

Since 2014, Elisa Besteman has been lighting up West Michigan—one hoop at a time. A proud Grand Rapids native, Elisa’s journey from “curious spinner” to professional hoop dance artist has spanned over a decade of fearless exploration, sweaty workshops, and pure creative play.

Choreography Lab — Spring Series
with Laura Armenta

A refined creative space for adults ready to move beyond steps and into authorship.

Most choreography opportunities are designed for the young, the pre-professional, or the highly technical. This is not one of them.

The Choreography Lab is a rare and intentional space created for adults ages 21 through 65, where artistry is shaped not only by technique, but by life experience, emotional intelligence, and embodied awareness.

Under the direction of Laura Armenta—participants engage in a guided creative process that is both structured and exploratory.

This is not a traditional dance class.
It is a creative laboratory.

A space where movement becomes language, and experience becomes material.

What You Will Explore

Participants will be guided through a refined choreographic process that integrates:

• Composition and choreographic structure
• Improvisation and movement research
• Somatic intelligence and body awareness
• Personal storytelling through movement

Each session is designed to support clarity, confidence, and the development of an authentic artistic voice.

Who This Is For

This lab is designed for adults who:

• Value depth, intention, and artistic integrity
• Seek a space that honors both body and mind
• Are ready to explore or return to creative work
• Are curious about choreography, composition, and self-expression

April 21 & 28
Ages 21+

This is a small-group, high-touch experience designed to preserve the integrity of the creative process.

FLOOR BARRE: Strength, Alignment & Control

Welcome to the wondrous world of Ballet Floor Barre!

This nifty technique is your backstage pass to fitness greatness, helping you fine-tune alignment, strengthen those muscles, and keep your joints as happy as a clam—all while gravity takes a backseat.

Think of it as a low-impact magic trick to banish tension, stand tall, and turn muscle power up to eleven. It's the go-to secret of pro dancers for staying injury-free and is ideal for anyone eager to boost strength, flexibility, and overall pizzazz.

With a structured barre à terre routine, you'll be toning those abs, hips, and legs like a pro.

Led by dancer and choreographer Laura Armenta, this Floor Barre is your ace in the hole for better balance, body awareness, and sky-high confidence. Open Level.

Ballet shoes?

Nah! Just bring your open mind, cozy clothes, and a dash of curiosity.

SALSA FOUNDATIONS: Rhythm, Flow & Connection

This is your moment to feel alive, confident, and oh-so-sassy.

In this beginner-friendly foundation class, you’ll learn:
- Essential Salsa footwork
- Fun rhythm drills that wake up your hips
- Simple styling that makes you look effortlessly smooth
- Basic partner work—spicy, playful, and totally empowering

Salsa is more than a dance. -- It’s energy. It’s joy. It’s a connection. It’s that “I forgot how good this feels!” kind of moment.

Have a dance partner? - Perfect — bring them along.

Flying solo? - Lovely! Meet new people, rotate partners, and enjoy the magic of dancing with a community that cheers you on.

Special Spring Package:

Pay cash for FOUR consecutive Classes for only $79