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Presented by Charlotte Ballet
\n<\/em>When: Mondays, Jan. 5 \u2013 June 8, 2026 (1-2pm)<\/em><\/strong>
\nWhere: Marion Diehl Recreation Center (2219 Tyvola Rd, Charlotte, NC 28210)<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Open to all ages and skill levels. This class takes place online AND in-person. To receive the Zoom link, please email dmaine@charlotteballet.org.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Dance for All is an inclusive movement program that goes beyond physical exercise \u2013 it fosters a supportive community rooted in creativity, accessibility, and shared joy. While participants build strength, flexibility, and stamina, they also experience renewed confidence, connection, and a deep sense of belonging.<\/p>\n

To ensure broad access, the program is delivered through a hybrid model, available both in-person and via Zoom. This approach removes common barriers such as mobility challenges, transportation limitations, and health-related concerns, allowing individuals of all abilities and circumstances to participate fully and safely.<\/p>\n

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Presented by Charlotte Ballet
\n<\/em>When: Mondays, Jan. 5 \u2013 Dec. 7 (3:15pm)
\n<\/em><\/strong>Where: Northern Regional Recreation Center (18121 Old Statesville Rd, Cornelius, NC 28031)
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Senior Dance invites adults aged 55 and older to explore or revisit the elegance and discipline of classical ballet.<\/p>\n

Whether participants are reconnecting with a cherished art form or experiencing it for the first time, these one-hour classes offer far more than graceful movement \u2013 they serve as a meaningful pathway to healthy aging.<\/p>\n

Grounded in classical ballet principles, the program supports key aspects of physical well-being for older adults, designed to be inclusive and 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Presented by Charlotte Ballet
\n<\/em>When: Mondays, Jan. 5 \u2013 May 18 (6pm)
\n<\/em><\/strong>Where: Ivory\/Baker Recreation Center (1920 Stroud Park Ct, Charlotte, NC 2820)<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Each session integrates structured warm-ups, isolations, and progressively challenging sequences that enhance strength, coordination, flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance. The curriculum is intentionally crafted to be accessible to beginners while still engaging for experienced movers, offering both muscle toning and aerobic benefits.<\/p>\n

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Presented by Trouble So Hard
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Audience Notice: This performance is not suitable for young children due to strong themes of violence.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Slavery wasn\u2019t new to the world when Spaniards brought the first enslaved Africans to what would become the state of Georgia. Some believe the turbulence of slavery, freedom, and civil rights no longer exists, instead sequestered to the annals of history. On the contrary, since the very beginning of North American settlement, a relentless, uncompassionate greed has worked to thwart freedom, education, and participation in democracy for Black people. There are scores of stories to tell. 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\nWhere: Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center (2921 Tuckaseegee Rd, Charlotte, NC 28208)<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Winter\/Spring 2026 Classes<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Dance for All is an inclusive movement program that goes beyond physical exercise \u2013 it fosters a supportive community rooted in creativity, accessibility, and shared joy. While participants build strength, flexibility, and stamina, they also experience renewed confidence, connection, and a deep sense of belonging.<\/p>\n

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Presented by Charlotte Ballet
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\n<\/em><\/strong>Where: Northern Regional Recreation Center (18121 Old Statesville Rd, Cornelius, NC 28031)
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Senior Dance invites adults aged 55 and older to explore or revisit the elegance and discipline of classical ballet.<\/p>\n

Whether participants are reconnecting with a cherished art form or experiencing it for the first time, these one-hour classes offer far more than graceful movement \u2013 they serve as a meaningful pathway to healthy aging.<\/p>\n

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Presented by Charlotte Ballet
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Each session integrates structured warm-ups, isolations, and progressively challenging sequences that enhance strength, coordination, flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance. The curriculum is intentionally crafted to be accessible to beginners while still engaging for experienced movers, offering both muscle toning and aerobic benefits.<\/p>\n

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