Ko~Thi Dance Company

2008 Summer Studio Class Descriptions
Children's Dance: ages 5-8
...introduces students to the culture and art forms of Africa. Coordination, poly-rhythmic movements and basic positions of West African dance are emphasized. History and language is taught through songs and games.
Instructor: Keisha Hurd

Youth Dance: ages 9-17
...builds on basic dance patterns and incorporates them into sequences. Students learn to use dance as a language. An understanding of this partnership between dancer and drummer is formed
Instructor: Valencia Turner

Beginning Drumming: ages 8-17
...teaches an appreciation for the drum and music of Africa. Students develop rhythmic skills and basic drum techniques. Students must provide their own hand drum.
Instructor: TBA

Int/Adv Drumming: ages 9-17
…at this level students will be challenged to develop their skills while learning how to identify rhythms. Prerequisite: Completion of the beginning drumming class.
Instructor: TBA

Hip Hop: ages 9-17
…a fun class in contemporary hip hop dance styles. All levels welcome.
Instructor: Naima Adedapo

Adult African Dance: Cultural Journey & Workout
…offers the techniques, terminology, and fundamentals of African dance movement. This class incorporates steps from traditional West African dances into combinations. Students work for stamina and endurance to live accompaniment, not to mention a great aerobic workout.
Instructor: Valencia Turner

Movement and Flexibility for the 40 Plus Student
Taught by Professor Ferne Caulker, Founder of Ko-Thi Dance Company with over 40 years of teaching experience… this class will stimulate your senses, lengthen and tone muscles, combined with the movement and culture of African and Caribbean dance to improve
balance and flexibility.
Instructor: Ferne Caulker