DANCE education SERIES dates
SUMMER TERM 2025
6 WEEK SERIES: July 14th - August 22nd, 2025
Registration now open to new & returning students.
SUMMER DANCE education schedule
MONDAY
3:30 - 4:25pm /// Invite Only Irish I & II with Carlye - This is our upper level Irish class for dancers who know advanced steps & have been developing their technique in the genre for several years. This class continues to build on the foundation used in Irish dance, emphasizing rhythm and musicality to upbeat traditional tunes, and encourages self expression.
4:30 - 5:15pm /// 3rd Grade & Up Jazz with Leah - An upbeat class for young movers that focuses on building jazz specific dance skills and working on move breakdowns and choreography that will boost body awareness & confidence.
5:30pm - 6:25pm /// Adult Contemporary with Leah - An elegant adult choreography class that makes you feel longer + stronger in your body & more confident in your life. This class meets you where you're at on your movement journey and is suitable for all dance & fitness levels.
6:30 - 7:25pm /// Adult Jazz with Leah - Join our sassy, funky, and upbeat adult choreography class and get your summer evening groove on. In this beginner jazz class, we will work on combinations to improve technique, energetic choreography, build confidence, and most importantly, have fun! All dance levels welcome!
5:30 - 6:55pm (pre-term offering) /// Salsa Shines & Latin Fusion con Laura /// June 9th - July 7th (excluding 6/16) - A 4-class series of 90-minute workshops that covers footwork patterns, arm styling, musicality, and a short choreography. Salsa shines refers to solo dance combinations that while practiced individually in this class series, you can use when you’re out social dancing. Latin fusion refers to the tradition of artists blending other Latin genres into salsa music. Have you heard a song that is both salsa and reggaetón? Or salsa and samba? Or have you been out salsa dancing and then a cumbia or bachata song popped up? Many musicians love a good blend of the Latin genres, and the dance community is here to keep up! With the Latin Fusion component, Laura will continue focusing on salsa while briefly introducing other Latin genres.
TUESDAY
10:00 - 10:45am /// 3-4 Kids Creative Dance with Carlye - This is a perfect class for 3 & 4 year olds to explore the magic of dance. We focus on fun and positivity through stories, songs, and games. Dancers take this class independent of caregivers. This short summer term is a perfect class for new 3 year olds to try an independent class. Includes one-time non-refundable registration fee for the term.
11:00 - 11:45am /// Toddler Creative Dance (with caregiver) with Carlye - This is a perfect class for movers ages 18 months - 3 years to to explore the magic of dance with a caregiver. We focus on fun and positivity through stories, songs, and games. Caregivers should plan on being active participants with their dancer throughout this class.
4:00 - 4:45pm /// 5th Grade & Up Hip Hop with Ali - An inviting dance class for kids focusing on hip hop choreography that will boost body awareness, build confidence, and spark joy.
5:15 - 6:10pm /// 7th Grade & Up Hip Hop with Giselle - An inviting, all-levels dance class for youth focusing on hip hop choreography that will boost body awareness, build confidence, and spark joy.
6:30 - 7:25pm /// Adult Hip Hop with Giselle - An inviting, all-levels dance class for adults focusing on hip hop choreography that will boost body awareness, build confidence, and spark joy.
WEDNESDAY
3:30 - 4:15pm /// 4-5 Kids Creative Dance with Allan & Gracen - This is a perfect class for young dancers to explore the magic of dance. We focus on fun and positivity through stories, songs, and games. Dancers take this class independent of caregivers.
7:00 - 7:55pm /// Adult Irish Dance with Carlye - Explore the upbeat and joyful art of Irish step dancing by building skills, learning new movement patterns and exploring traditional and contemporary Irish dance choreography. Each class includes a dynamic warm up, steps set to traditional tunes, and a mix of solo and group dancing. You don't need special shoes - bare feet, or ballet/jazz shoes will do!
THURSDAY
4:15 - 5:00pm /// 5+ Kids Beginning Irish Dance with Carlye - An upbeat class for young movers that focuses on building foundational Irish dance skills like rhythm, body awareness, and simple choreography that dancers will use across dance styles in their future dance adventures.
5:15 - 6:15pm /// Invite Only Adult Team/Choreography with Carlye - An invite only performance focused class for intermediate and advanced adult dancers focusing on contemporary choreography, stage presence, and dancing as a unified group. Dancers must be enrolled in at least one other dance education class. For performance bookings, email us here.
DANCE EDUCATION SERIES COST
$50 one-time non-refundable registration fee per class per dance year
$200 tuition per semester, per class /// 2 semesters per year with summer term being stand alone & separate
$115 tuition summer term + $15 registration fee for non-returning students
$25 per dance edu. class drop-in (when not sold out)
Scholarships available. Apply here.
POP UPS & EVENTS
Salsa Shines & Latin Fusion con Laura /// Mondays, June 9th - July 7th (excluding 6/16): 5:30pm - Salsa Shines and Latin Fusion con Laura is a 4-class series of 85-minute workshops that covers footwork patterns, arm styling, musicality, and a short choreography. Salsa shines refers to solo dance combinations that while practiced individually in this class series, you can use when you’re out social dancing. Latin fusion refers to the tradition of artists blending other Latin genres into salsa music. Have you heard a song that is both salsa and reggaetón? Or salsa and samba? Or have you been out salsa dancing and then a cumbia or bachata song popped up? Many musicians love a good blend of the Latin genres, and the dance community is here to keep up! With the Latin Fusion component, Laura will continue focusing on salsa while briefly introducing other Latin genres.
New to salsa? This 4-class series can be a great introduction to the basic footwork, common turns, and different body frameworks for varied Latin dances. Have experience with salsa? Come anyway to practice posture, increase timing, and enhance styling! No matter your background, the goal remains the same: exploring more tools for self-expression and connection! SIGN UP HERE
Rockin’ Intuitive Flow Yoga with Meredith /// Saturday, June 7th - 9:00am - Join Meredith for a rich yoga flow that will inspire your intuitive, creative abilities. Incorporating a unique combination of fluid, somatic body sequencing, along with crystal bowl toning & chanting, you will be empowered to drop deeply in to the divine design of your being! Meredith Holcomb, E-RYT, is a free-lance, traveling yogini. Her warmth and inspiring teaching style liberates you from imperceptible limitations so you may expand more deeply into your innate, intuitive abilities - no matter the method, style or yoga lineage you practice! To learn more, visit www.meredith-yoga.com. SIGN UP HERE
Dance Fitness Pride Edition with Debi /// Monday, June 16th - 5:30pm - This follow-along dance cardio class is on a mission: to celebrate the right to authentic self expression and love in all its forms! Join Debi for a fun, high energy class with a deeper purpose, set to a thoughtfully curated playlist featuring Queer artists. Proceeds benefit Columbia Gorge Pride Alliance. All dance and fitness levels are welcome! SIGN UP HERE
Summer Block Party Fusion Class for Industrial Street Studios (Field Trip) /// June 28th - 9:30am - Get ready to sweat, smile, and dance it out at our Summer Block Party Dance Fitness Fusion Class where all our dynamic instructors will bring their unique styles together for one epic, high-energy workout. From hip-hop to Latin beats, pop hits to Afro-fusion, this nonstop dance & fitness jam will leave you feeling invigorated and inspired. All levels welcome. Part of the proceed from this class go directly to Industrial Street Studios to help in their efforts to create a collaborative space for artists in the Gorge. After class join for a tour of the new Industrial Street Studios creative space, a silent auction, crafts, drinks & snacks! Class will be located outside on the deck of the Big 7 Building: 616 Industrial St, Suite 303, Hood River, OR. SAVE YOUR SPOT
Breathwork & Soundbath with Aleck Urtaza /// Tuesday, July 1st: 6:30pm - Visiting again from Oaxaca, Mexico, Aleck will guide you through breathwork to reduce stress, clear the mind, and release emotional tension. This grounding practice prepares you for a restorative sound bath, where organic instruments and calming frequencies support deep relaxation and emotional integration. With our bodies made up of about 70% water, sound vibrations can gently restore balance, alignment, and inner harmony. SAVE YOUR SPOT
Summer Dance Camp for School-Age Kids with Carlye & Allan /// June 30th - July 3rd /// 9:00am - 11:45am - This dance camp is an exploration of dance from around the world, all in one week! Dancers will have lots of time for exploration, creativity, skill-building and choreography. Join us for a fun week of movement this summer, appropriate for all levels and dance experience. SIGN UP HERE
DROP IN CLASS SCHEDULE
MONDAY
8:30am /// InBody with Clare
12:00pm /// Stretch & Strength with Carlye
TUESDAY
12:00pm /// Power Barre with CJ
6:00pm /// Let’s Dance with Jill (June only)
WEDNESDAY
7:00am /// Power Barre with CJ
5:30pm /// InBody with Clare
THURSDAY
12:00pm /// Stretch & Strength with Carlye
6:00pm /// Dance Fitness with Nika (DFN)
FRIDAY
8:00am /// Tempo & Tone with Rose
12:00pm /// Step+ with Nicole
SATURDAY
10:30am /// Power Barre with CJ (begins 7/12)
SUNDAY
9:30am /// Dance Fitness with Nika (DFN)
DROP IN CLASS COST
First class $5 /// Sign up for our newsletter here to receive a welcome email with your discount code.
10-Class Pass: $140 /// $14 per class /// 90 day expiration
5-Class Pass: $80 /// $16 per class /// 90 day expiration
Drop-In: $18
*A NOTE ON OUR business model*
At NK STUDIOS, we operate on a unique profit-sharing model that empowers creatives to offer inspiring, high-quality classes while building a sustainable livelihood. Instead of a traditional pay-per-hour system, the majority of your class fee goes directly to the instructor—recognizing their talent, experience, and the energy they invest in creating unforgettable classes.
Our pricing reflects not only the expertise of our teachers but also the real costs of maintaining a vibrant, arts-focused space in a small-town setting. Every time you attend a class—or invite a friend to join—you help us grow a stronger, more connected community.
Thank you for showing up, dancing, creating, and moving with us. We love seeing you and look forward to continuing to nurture dance, art, movement, and community here in the Gorge.