Playful, accessible movement classes that invite students to learn dance history, be confident in their bodies, and create through action.
Workshop & Community Class
A playful, CA standards-based approach to dance that invites students to learn about
dance’s rich history, be in their bodies with confidence, and do through
creative action. Designed for varied learning and movement abilities; each class explores a different theme
connected to the big idea—going into the world knowing you matter.
The class concept is simple: learn, be, and do.
Students are introduced to dance’s rich history and the feeling at the heart of the art form. We replace
intimidation and comparison with curiosity and observation, building a foundation for relating ourselves to
rhythm and performance across cultures and timelines.
“Dance is for everybody. I believe that the dance came from the people and that it should always be delivered
back to the people.” — Alvin Ailey
Being in dance should feel natural. With access-minded, CA standards-based lesson plans, we create meaningful
movements as simple as crossing the arms. By connecting to natural movement around us, we practice presence,
bravery, and ambition.
“When you dance, you are in control of your body.” — Dance To Be Free
Doing initiates action in young minds, deepens connection, and fosters self-actualization. Centering the
collective, we celebrate diverse talents, skills, and gifts. Everyone’s movements are valuable and have a role
in the framework of our lives.
“Isn’t it odd. We only see our outsides, but nearly everything happens on the inside.” —
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, and the Horse
Go out into the world and practice knowing that you matter. We develop inner tools to help students stay
present within the tidings of our days through movement, imagination, and reflection.
Mara Rothbard is a movement artist and educator with experience teaching in public schools,
where she developed clear, CA standards-aligned lessons that cultivate children’s imaginative muscle. As a
graduate of the LA Music Center’s Teaching Artist Training, she designs strong, access-minded curricula. A
movement artist award took her to Paris, France to devise and facilitate creative movement workshops alongside
other artists. She holds a BA in Sociology with a minor in Dance and brings eight years of experience working
with children PK–8th. Mara is most fulfilled in roles that center intuition, creativity, and empathy.
Comfortable clothing that allows free movement. Sneakers or bare feet are fine depending on the space.
Yes. Lessons include seated/standing variations, low-impact choices, and collaborative options. Please share any
access needs in advance.
Yes—teachers receive simple extensions and reflective prompts aligned to CA Arts Standards.
Email: [email protected]
Movement Classes that Draw from Histories, Impulses & Reflections
