Dance Church with Maranda Barry

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Mark Morris Dance Center (3 Lafayette Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11217)

Dance in Brooklyn, NY!

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 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
- 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 that you’re comfortable moving and sweating in
- We recommend taking class barefoot or in socks
- Clean studio sneakers allowed if you have a personal need, please be mindful.
- Water bottle
- Face mask (optional)
- Earplugs (optional, available upon request)

Safer Space Policy
Dance Church has a zero tolerance policy for violence of any kind including: racism, homophobia, transphobia, sexism, ableism, ageism, and other discriminatory or aggressive language or actions. Sexual harassment of any kind is not tolerated. If anyone is the space is exhibiting behaviors that do not follow this policy, they will be asked to leave.

Late Entry Policy
Check-in begins 15 minutes before your scheduled class time and we recommend arriving at least 5 minutes prior to the start of class to ensure a smooth check-in. After class has started, Dance Church will deny entry to new entrants.

Cancellation Policy
In person registrations must be canceled 12 hours prior to your class start time. A $5 late cancellation fee will apply to those who cancel within 12 hours of your class start time. Your class will be returned to your account for future use upon canceling. Unlimited Members are exempt from the cancellation policy and may cancel at any time. Unlimited Members who do not cancel and do not attend class may be charged a $5 no show fee.

Venue Information - Mark Morris Dance Center 
  • Accessibility:
    • The Mark Morris Dance Center, and the Duffy Space where class is held, are ADA compliant. The facility is an accessible venue that includes ramps, an elevator, and ADA compliant bathrooms on all floors. If you require ADA assistance, please email info@dancechurch 48 hours prior to class.
  • Nearby MTA Train Stops:
    • Fulton St. G Line 
    • Nevins St.. 2/3/4/5 Line 
    • Lafayette St. C Line 
    • Atlantic St., Barclays Center 2/3/4/5, B/D, N/Q/R Lines 
  • Local favorites for your #postclassritual:
    • Tacombi
    • Center for Fiction
    • Devoción
    • Baba Cool Fort Greene

Venue Information - Prema Yoga Brooklyn
  • Accessibility:
    • Prema Yoga Brooklyn has a staircase down to the studio. An elevator down to the studio level can be accessed through the residential building next door. Please notify us 48 hours prior if needing access to the elevator.
  • Nerby MTA Train Stops:
    • Clinton/Washington A/C
  • Local favorites for your #postclassritual:
    • Sisters
    • Otway
    • Harts