Virtual Classes Collection

County Parks is thrilled to offer free virtual movement and art classes for all levels! Developed with the expertise and passion from the team at the Tannery World Dance and Cultural Center, this wide range of movement classes ranging from Pilates, Hip Hop, Contemporary and Modern dance, Capoeira, Soca/Zumba, Yoga, (and more) are available for you to enjoy at home!
Other classes include Monarch butterfly drawing, sewing crafts, nutrition, and sound healing!

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Dance, Movement & Fitness Classes
Nutrition & Wellness Classes
Arts & Crafts Classes
Kids Classes

 

Dance, Movement & Fitness Classes


Introduction to Pilates with Sandy (Part 1)

This two part class will introduce you to the foundations of Pilates and how to successfully strengthen. Part 1: The Introduction class will teach you how to use your core versus increasing tension in your hips, neck and back.Learn how to avoid common mistakes that cause injury and strain.

IG: @monarchpilates
FB: Monarch Pilates
www.Monarchpilates.com

 

 


Multi-Level Pilates with Sandy (Part 2)

This two part class will introduce you to the foundations of Pilates and how to successfully strengthen. Part 2: The
Multi-level Pilates mat class provides a variety of options for each exercise. Modifications, prop suggestions and
cues will guide you to choose the best option for your strength level. Take charge of your body and well-being through intelligent and mindful exercise.

IG: @monarchpilates
FB: Monarch Pilates
www.Monarchpilates.com

 


 



Pilates to Release your Hips with Sandy (Part 3)

Release your hips! Sitting and stress bring added tightness to the hips and low back. This class combines ball rolling muscle release with core and gluteal strengthening. Find release in the low back and hips by strengthening the surrounding muscles groups. The exercises in this class can be used as a quick break in your day or supplement your regular workout for greater relief to your body.

IG: @monarchpilates
FB: Monarch Pilates
www.Monarchpilates.com

 

 



Contemporary Dance for Teens/Adults with Madi

This class will include exploring movement dynamics, finding momentum in movement, floor-work, and the interplay between using muscle and finding softness in dancing. We will utilize improvisation to discover our own voice and creative force from within as well as to explore different textures, qualities, and possibilities of movement. We will tap into the felt experience and find way to follow our own sensation in the moment. We will gain choreographic tools and practice sharing our own stories through our choreographic choices.
IG: @madimcgain



Hip Hop for Teens/Adults with Anya

This choreography class is a whole vibe! Mainly commercial hip hop aspects with a splash of animation and sometimes a krump move or two. Feel free to check out my instagram to see the kind of choreography you will be learning!
IG: @anyasetziol

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Fitness in the Park with David (10 videos in English & Spanish)

 

This series of 10 classes features simple exercises that you can do indoors or outdoors at your local County park! These videos are all in English and Spanish.

 
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Aerobics Conditioning with Aliya

In this fun and upbeat conditioning class, participants will get their heart rates up while enjoying a full-body workout. We’ll start with simple dance movements to get our bodies warm, and thentransition to strengthening exercises for upper body and core conditioning. The class will end with juicy movement and stretching.

IG: @aliyatortilla_


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Beginning Contemporary Dance for Adults with Molly

This class is all about connecting to our bodies, our sensation, our joy of moving; you could never get it wrong since there is an endlessness of possibilities. We will also play with gravity and the weight of our bodies and practice releasing into momentum so we can fly, swing, swoop, surrender, yield, and fall. Let's remember we have bodies who have an incredible capacity to feel and what it's like to move together again.

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Musical Theater "Honk Jr." for Kids/Adults with Mercedes
*Kid-Friendly

Learn the choreography to musical theatre song “Play with your Food” from Honk Jr. The short and fun warm-up will get us going to build creativity and character as we dive into song and dance, suitable for all ages!

IG: @moderncollectivedance
FB: Modern Collective Dance Company
www.moderncollectivedance.com


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Musical Theater "Sing!" for Kids/Adults with Mercedes
*Kid-Friendly

Learn my choreography to “Set it all Free” from the movie Sing! We will do a short and fun warm-up and character as we dive into song and dance suitable for all ages! There will be places to put in your own creativity and character.

IG: @moderncollectivedance
FB: Modern Collective Dance Company
www.moderncollectivedance.com


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Leaps and Turns Dance Technique with Charliegh

This virtual class will provide the dancer with daily exercises to help improve leaps and turn. This includes, fuller extensions in leaps, hamstring support and strengthening for injury prevention, along with finding YOUR center line and highest releve!

www.freedomblvddance.com


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Contemporary Dance Combo with Charliegh

 

Learn a unique Combo taught in conventions across the US! Have fun playing with the freedom in the movement and fully executing the nitty gritty details.

www.freedomblvddance.com


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Dun Dun Dance of Guinea, Africa with Mohamed

 

Dundun Dance is an exciting combination of dance and percussion with sticks originating in West Africa. Mohamed breaks down the rhythms and dynamics of dance that invites all levels to enjoy this unique style of powerful percussion.


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Finding Power Through Movement for Adults with Nathan


Through playful, challenging, and sensual guided and freestyle movement, this class will guide you deep into the healing and invigorating power of your body.

IG: @nathanhirschaut
www.hivecreates.com/nathan


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Intermediate Contemporary Dance with Violet


A contemporary class rooted in imagery with a piece of choreography reflecting on human connection and how important it is.

IG: @v1olet_forbes


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Capoeira with Papiba & Melanie

Capoeira's aim is to develop a sense of community while introducing Brazilian culture by exposure to Portuguese words and counting, stories and the philosophy of Capoeira. Participants enjoy a fun environment for learning the physical aspects of Capoeira which include basic movements, roda, music, rhythm and some acrobatics.


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Movement for all levels with Santa Cruz Movement

Our classes are influenced by the work and philosophies of our teacher Ido Portal. Students develop and refine spinal health, strength, mobility, coordination, prehab/rehab protocols and cultivate an awareness of a generalist movement perspective; oriented towards growth and evolution across all fields and areas in life.

www.santacruzmovement.com


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Intro to Contemporary Jazz Dance Warm Up and Choregraphy with Angela

In this intermediate contemporary jazz class, you will learn a basic and effective warm up series and delve right into a feel good, lyrical based excerpt of choreography. Dancers are encouraged and supported in finding their unique interpretation of the movement and story within the technique and execution of the choreography.

IG: @angelina_michelle


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Soca/Zumba with Eugenia

In this Soca/Zumba session, Eugenia will teach you the different rhythms featured around the Caribbean and the rest of the globe. This class is guaranteed to make you, dance, sweat, laugh, fill your soul, and leave you with a feeling of love, and contentment, despite these adverse times and daily challenges.This class is designed for anyone who loves to dance, smile, and appreciate what their bodies are able to do. Most of all, this is a beautiful way of staying fit and keeping one's body in shape.


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Maculele with Papiba


Capoeira's aim is to develop a sense of community while introducing Brazilian culture by exposure to Portuguese words and counting, stories and the philosophy of Capoeira. Participants enjoy a fun environment for learning the physical aspects of Capoeira which include basic movements, roda, music, rhythm and some acrobatics.


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Beginning Hip Hop for Kids and Adults with Harold
*Kid-Friendly

Welcome to a world of self expression! Unleash it by expressing all that you are in the cypher. Learn the art of Hip Hop skills and techniques. We will be developing strong, sharp movements mixed with technique and flow from Hip Hop culture.


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Nutrition & Wellness Classes

Healthy Eating on a Tight Budget with Jocelyn


In this class, participants will spend time (virtually) in the kitchen with Jocelyn learning how to prepare healthy foods on a tight budget. Quick and easy meal preparation techniques, tips, and tricks will be provided.
 

 

 

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Qigong for Health with Linda

Taiji Standing Meditation, (Zhan Zhuang), is a qigong that teaches body alignment, grounding, breathing, calmness and energy circulation. The Eight Pieces of Brocade, (Baduanjin), is a good beginner’s set of Taoist style qigong. This qigong channels energy throughout the body and belongs to the category of medical qigong.

www.awakeningchi.com

 

 

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Kundalini Yoga with Nathan

An uplifting blend of spiritual and physical practices, Kundalini Yoga incorporates movement, dynamic breathing, meditation, and mantra. The goal is to build physical vitality and increase consciousness.

 

 

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Letting Go of Superwoman: Self-Care for Women of Color with Maiya

In her 1988 memoir, A Burst of Light, Audrey Lorde wrote, “caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare.” This presentation will uncover the unique health challenges that women of color experience, look at how the “superwoman” mentality can be harmful to their health, and discover ways to expand the conversation around mental health.

 

 

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Chakra Sound Healing Meditation with Sarah

Weaving through vocal tones and silence, we will be entering into a meditative journey through our chakra energy systems. Let us support the nervous system, bring balance into the energy system, and liberate the body system into a higher state of integrity and creative flow.
IG: @healingwithposturesofgrace
FB: Healing With Postures of Grace
 

 

 

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Arts & Crafts Classes

Simple Sewing for Kids and Adults with Sonia
*Kid-Friendly


How To Make A Small Bag With A Zipper!

IG: @Cosmochicsc
FB: Cosmochicsc
www.cosmochicsc.com

 


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Making a Scrunchie with Sonia
*Kid-Friendly


Simple sewing method to make a hair scrunchie.


IG: @Cosmochicsc
FB: Cosmochicsc
www.cosmochicsc.com

 


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Drawing Monarch Butterflies for Kids/Adults with Linda
*Kid-Friendly

Wwe will create a Monarch Butterfly in its habitat. It will be step by step drawing with pencil, sharpie and watercolors. Linda will also share some of the wonderful stories about these beautiful migrating creatures.
IG: @Watershedartstudios / @Lindacover
FB: Linda Cover
www.lindacover.org


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Kids Classes

Kids Fitness Series with Bella (10 videos)

 

These classes were created to prepare students for a virtual 5K run! Join Bella at several County parks and beaches as she helps train kids for a fun run!

 


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Modern Dance Basics for Kids with Micha

 

This class will introduce the basics of Modern Dance, including dance technique, exploring shapes and movement qualities. 
Facebook: Micha Scott

 


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Mothersong - A Multicultural Singalong for Families with Babies and Kids with Joya


Tenderness, humor and a lift in perspective all occur during this 45 minute class. Guitar,conga and singing wrap themselves around the lyrics and pull us together, all ages and genders.
www.mothersong.org

 


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Santa Cruz County Department of Parks, Open Space and Cultural Services
979 17th Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
General Information (Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)
Phone: (831) 454-7901PRCweb@santacruzcountyca.gov