Please join us at the Dumbo Archway for a free outdoor popup as part of the Dumbo community events series! We'll be celebrating community alongside the launch of our new Saturday afternoon class series at Prema Yoga.

What to know:

Dance Church® is an all-levels movement class taught by professional dance artists that offers a fun and inclusive approach to dancing. Designed for people of all shapes and sizes, backgrounds and identities, Dance Church is a communal space for people who want to move their bodies.

The teacher leads this 50ish minute class in a series of movement cues, accompanied by a curated playlist of multi-genre pop music. The format is open but guided throughout. No prior dance experience necessary, but open mindedness is a prerequisite.

Dance Church classes are offered in dance spaces across the country. Our mission is to bring the joy and release of dance to every body, while supporting dance artists and partner organizations, and making connections between class takers and the dance world.

Dance Floor Tips:

• Arrive 5-15 minutes before class, no late entry permitted
• Normally class takers are encouraged to dance barefoot, but this class requires shoes.
• Teachers lead classes from the center of the space and we change our facing often
• We like our music loud, and the tempo is upbeat and energetic
• When you cannot hear or see the teacher, let other class takers be your guide
• No talking allowed, but singing is highly encouraged
• We move through various actions and coordinations throughout class, there is no learning choreography
• At times we move around the space, we go down to the floor and we hold hands briefly
• You can always modify as you need — go bigger, smaller, faster, slower as you please
• When in doubt, just dance.

What should I bring?

• Clothing and shoes that you’re comfortable moving and sweating in (note, there will be no place to change at the archway)
• Clean studio sneakers allowed if you have a personal need, please be mindful.
• Water bottle
• Face mask (optional)
• Earplugs (optional)

Parking

There is no on-site parking available. There are paid lots around the Dance Center, but we recommend taking the MTA.

Nearby MTA:

• York F
• High Street AC
• Ferry

Local favorites for your #postclassritual

• Dumbo Station (kiosk in the plaza!)
• Superfine
• Olympia Wine Bar
• Gran Electrica

Safer Space Policy

Dance Church is a space for every body. We have a zero tolerance policy for discrimination of any kind.

Subsidized Membership

We want every body to be able to experience Dance Church! If you or anyone you know are facing any financial hurdles to joining our classes please check out our two special offerings for our Dance Church community! Please note that this class is free of charge.

Dance Artist Memberships

Subsidized Membership