Bio

Gail Lotenberg is a choreographer/dancer and the founding Artistic Director of LINK-a production/creation company for contemporary dance and multi-disciplinary arts. Originally from New York, Gail now lives part-time in Whitehorse Yukon and part-time in Vancouver. Her principle mentors and teachers have included Lynn Simonson, Karole Armitage, Lee Eisler, Sylvain Brochu, and Gioia Irwin. Outside of dance, Gail enjoys living and playing in the wild landscapes of Western Canada, which strongly influences both her approach to movement and her choreographic style. Gail's choreography has been presented in New York City, Toronto, Calgary, Vancouver, and throughout Yukon and Alaska.

Class Description

Classes begin on the floor to encourage release of weight and the support that the floor rebounds back into the dancing body. Creating a relaxed body first, the class then moves to the barre for a series of exercises that foster proper alignment and the integration of floor support. Dynamic and technically-challenging combinations in the centre get bodies moving and brains thinking about pathways in space and use of time. Jumping combinations at the end of class build stamina and a chance for having fun.