CLASSES
PLEASE NOTE: TO ADDRESS THE HEALTH WORRIES RELATED TO COVID-19, MANY OF OUR CLASSES AND OUR SOCIAL EVENTS HAVE BEEN CANCELED FOR THE TIME BEING. PLEASE CHECK WITH YOUR INDIVIDUAL INSTRUCTORS AS TO WHEN CLASSES AND SOCIAL EVENTS WILL RESUME.
Global Education Center offers a culturally diverse array of classes for adults and teens (ages 13- 17). Check out the list of our current and upcoming classes that are available at one or both of our two locations. We also have dance workshops that feature special artists for a limited time.
Pay in person at class or online for Global classes here
Global Education Center offers a culturally diverse array of classes for adults and teens (ages 13- 17). Check out the list of our current and upcoming classes that are available at one or both of our two locations. We also have dance workshops that feature special artists for a limited time.
Pay in person at class or online for Global classes here
Our Virtual World Dance Party was a smashing success. If you want to access the classes, please become a member of the Global Education Center or renew your membership now. $25/year individual membership - have access to files for 5 days; $50/year family membership - have access to files for 10 days; $100/year supporting membership - have access to files until the end of June; $250/year sustaining membership - have access to files until the end of June, plus have access to our virtual Family Fit Fun event, and access to our online and streaming classes in June (Latin dance, Bollywood, Zumba or Afro Dance Fit, and Percussion
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PLEASE NOTE: Due to the recent health issues, we have had to postpone Carlos Barbosa-Lima's residency until Fall, 2020. Stay tuned for a complete schedule of events, including the premiere of a new guitar concerto by Leo Brouwer which was co-commissioned by Global Education Center and Intersection Music and will be premiered at a concert this fall at Vanderbilt's Blair School of Music Ingram Hall. Depending on the final date, Maestro Brouwer may be joining us as well. Stay tuned!
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GLOBAL WEST
4822 Charlotte Avenue
4822 Charlotte Avenue
BHARATANATYAM
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Kala Nivedanam School & Monica Cooley. Dance classes are offered in the Kalakshetra style of Bharatanatyam, a classical dance style native to southern India, for all levels from beginning through advanced and for all ages from 5 years through adult. All classes are taught personally by Monica Cooley. Class sizes do not exceed ten students with individual attention given to each dancer. Classes are offered six days a week. Classes are offered to students of all ages, ethnic backgrounds, and levels. Instruction follows a traditional curriculum beginning with a solid foundation in basic technique and culminating – for serious students – in an arangetram, or professional debut. Through these activities, each class works to spread awareness, understanding and respect for the classical art traditions of India. For more information and to register, please click here to email Monica Cooley.
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INDIAN MUSIC AND VOCALS
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Kala Nivedanam School & Mahadevan Sankaran. In this class each individual will receive professional quality instruction in Carnatic vocals and music from the experienced and highly skilled Dr. Sankaran Mahadevan. Students of all ages learn the traditional vocal styling and musical techniques provided with individualized attention best suited to their needs. Group classes are offered at various levels from Beginning to Advanced. To register, please click here to email Mahadevan.
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ARGENTINE TANGO MONDAYS @ 7 PM
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$15 per class or $80 for the 6-week class pass (cash or check)
Let's tango! This is a great dance class for those who are already familiar with Argentine tango, dance regularly, have not danced tango in a while or would like to brush up on tango basics. This intermediate series led by Maria Pia of the Nashville Tango Club, focuses on tango fundamentals, basic steps, patterns and lead and follow technique. No partner is required. The class is followed by a practicum from 8 to 9 pm to give you a chance to practice your Tango skills. For more information and to register, please click here to email Nashville Tango Club. |
ENGLISH COUNTRY DANCING MONDAYS @ 7:00 PM
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$3/adult
English Country Dancing is the most stately ancestor of all contra dancing. It dates all the way back to the 17th century and continues today with new dances being written using dance figures Henry VIII would have been familiar with! Remember Keira Knightly in “Pride and Prejudice?” That’s the flavor: playful, energetic dances and more elegant, leisurely ones, too. An excellent opportunity for beginners, but experienced dancers are welcome. Cost: $2-3 per evening to cover hall rental. To register, please click here to email Ed and Melissa Wilkinson |
NASHVILLE SWING DANCE
WEDNESDAYS @ 7 & 8:30 PM; FRIDAYS @ 8:00 PM; SOCIAL DANCE @ 9:00 PM
WEDNESDAYS @ 7 & 8:30 PM; FRIDAYS @ 8:00 PM; SOCIAL DANCE @ 9:00 PM
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$50 for one 4 week session
Are you ready to do the Charleston?! Then this class is for you. Students of all ages are welcome to this dance class led by Swing Dance Nashville. Class types range from beginner to advanced Lindy Hop to specialty master classes like Charleston, Balboa, St. Louis Shag, and many more. To register, please click here. |
SMALL WORLD YOGA WEDNESDAYS @ 6 PM
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FREE!
Yoga has been shown to have numerous physical, mental, and emotional benefits including relief for stress and depression, increased strength, flexibility, circulation, and improved concentration and mental clarity. In this great community setting, this yoga practice provides an opportunity to experience unity through the shared experience of yoga ranging from faster-paced vinyasa to restorative and chair yoga. Small World Yoga instructors are able to cater to all levels of students. Registration is not required for this class. |
CAPOEIRA TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS @ 7:30 PM & SATURDAYS @ 2:30 PM
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$20 DROP-IN; $60/MONTH FOR SATURDAY ONLY; $80/MONTH FOR TUESDAY/THURSDAY CLASSES; $100/MONTH FOR ANY COMBINATION OF CLASSES
Classes explore the music, history and physical movements of Capoeira, a martial art developed by individuals who came to Brazil from Africa during the transatlantic slave trade. It is believed that they disguised their martial art as a dance (i.e. capoeira) and eventually used it to help escape from slavery. Led by instructor, Professor Eme Eme, each class will teach basic and advanced capoeira movements and concepts at a pace tailored to suit each student. Students of all ages and levels of skill are welcome to attend. Please wear comfortably fitting clothes that will allow a range of movement. Please note that Capoeria is performed barefoot. And don't forget to come prepared for a workout! To register, please click here. |
ZUMBA® SATURDAYS @ 9 AM
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ZUMBA® with Tirra Hargrow is more than a workout; it is FUN! Every class feels like a party and the only one not invited is the calories! Join in just one class and you'll see what we mean. You don't even have to know how to dance. Just move your body and follow Tirra's lead. It's easy and fun! Tirra is licensed to teach Zumba®, Zumba® Kids,
Zumba® Toning, Aqua Zumba®, Zumba® Sentao and Zumba® Gold and has been a fitness instructor for 9 years. Come try it, we guarantee you will have a blast! PARTY YOURSELF INTO SHAPE®! To register, please click here for a drop in pass or here for a class pass good for 5 Zumba passes. |
AFRICAN DANCE SATURDAYS @ 10:30 AM
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$12/drop-in adults; $10/drop-in students & seniors; $8/drop-in GEC members; $5/children
An inviting and welcoming African Dance technique and community class with veteran instructor, Tirra Hargrow and accompanied by the Djembe beats of live drummers. This is a full body workout with light choreography and lots of fun. All levels of experience and ages (7+) are welcome. Dancers will dance barefoot and are encouraged to arrive on time to receive the full benefit of the class. To register online, please click here. |
AFRICAN PERCUSSION SATURDAYS @ 12 PM
$12/drop-in adults; $10 students & seniors; $8/drop-in GEC members; $5/children (due to our performance obligations, please check with us before dropping into this class)
A lively, fun, and supportive class atmosphere to learn the fundamentals of drumming of many styles including African and many other styles of drumming. Instructor Charlie Gilbert has many years of experience creating a learning experience that is structured, knowledgeable, and entertaining. All experience levels are welcome. Drums will be provided.
Click here to register.
A lively, fun, and supportive class atmosphere to learn the fundamentals of drumming of many styles including African and many other styles of drumming. Instructor Charlie Gilbert has many years of experience creating a learning experience that is structured, knowledgeable, and entertaining. All experience levels are welcome. Drums will be provided.
Click here to register.
TULA TRIBE BELLY DANCE (VARIOUS LEVELS) TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS - Check with Tula Tribe to register
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Learn the original "lead and follow" style of belly dance known as American Tribal Style (ATS®), a distinctly American style of belly dance that begets a melting pot of moves inspired by the ethnic dances of many cultures, from the Middle East to North Africa, India and the Flamenco dance of Spain. Using improvisational choreography, a vocabulary of movements and cues allows the dancers to communicate while dancing. This class is perfect for beginners and those who are looking to take their preliminary experience to the next level. For more information and to register, please click here to email Tula Tribe Belly Dance.
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BELLY DANCE AEROBICS SUNDAYS @ 3PM & THURSDAYS @ 6 PM
$5/class
Belly Dance Aerobics is part belly dance, part exercise and all fun. Belly dance originated as a way for women to develop strong abs and hips to aide in child birth, but today we use it to have a great time and create overall health (with the added benefit of rock hard abs). This one of a kind class that is led by teachers Robbie Melton and Deniece Johnson us suitable for women of any age, size or background. To register please click here to email Robbie.
Belly Dance Aerobics is part belly dance, part exercise and all fun. Belly dance originated as a way for women to develop strong abs and hips to aide in child birth, but today we use it to have a great time and create overall health (with the added benefit of rock hard abs). This one of a kind class that is led by teachers Robbie Melton and Deniece Johnson us suitable for women of any age, size or background. To register please click here to email Robbie.
GLOBAL SOUTH
2195 Nolensville Road
CAPOEIRA TUESDAYS @ 7:15PM - PLEASE NOTE - CLASSES MOVED TO GLOBAL WEST
LATIN DANCE THURSDAYS @ 6 PM
$10 drop-in ($8 GEC member drop-in rate); $75 for a ten-week series
Always wanted to learn salsa, bachata, cha cha and other Latin dance styles?
Want to brush up on your skills? Then this is the class for you.
Instructor: Alejandro Rivera
$10 drop-in ($8 GEC member drop-in rate); $75 for a ten-week series
Always wanted to learn salsa, bachata, cha cha and other Latin dance styles?
Want to brush up on your skills? Then this is the class for you.
Instructor: Alejandro Rivera
ARGENTINE TANGO THURSDAYS @ 7:15 PM
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$15 per class or $80 for the 6-week class pass (cash or check) Starts back on Jan 17
Let's tango! This is a great dance class for those who are brand new to Argentine tango, have no or little dance experience, have not danced tango in a while or would like to brush up on tango basics. This beginner series lead by Anna Kolvalkova of the Nashville Tango Club, focuses on tango fundamentals, basic steps, patterns and lead and follow technique. No partner is required. For more information and to register, please click here to email Nashville Tango Club. |