"I can't remember the last time I had so much fun at school! It is so difficult to pull off an event that is equally fun for kids and adults, but that is just what you did. It was a really special night. I hope you will be up for doing it again next year!" - a parent
Learn folk and world dances, plus dances from the United States, like the charleston Culminate the residency with a Family Dance Night, where students teach families the dances they have learned and everyone dances together. and jitterbug, that have roots from many cultures.
"Science is fun when you mix it with dancing." - a fourth grade class
With hands-on inquiry-based science as an inspiration, learn to communicate and deepen understanding of science by dancing topics like organisms, balance, liquids, electricity, rocks and more.
Dancing Math
"Thanks so much for the wonderful show today. It does my heart good to see so many kids excited about and learning about math in so many different ways." - a parent and math professor
Discover how to dance number sense, algebraic sense, and geometric sense. In lessons based on both math and dance standards, explore math concepts like polygons, patterns, symmetry, fractions, and transformations through dance.
Dancing Music
"Kids need movement. Music concepts sink in when we feel them in our bodies." - a music specialist
Infuse dance and music, by exploring beat, rhythm, tempo, dynamics, staccato/legato, and form. Choreograph dances to a variety of musical styles and forms.
Dancing Words
"It is a joy to watch the students bring a poem to life." - a dancer
Transform action words, descriptive words, similes, metaphors, word rhythms, poetry, and stories into dances.
Dancing Dance
“The Whistlestop dancers bring a wealth of knowledge to each session, and they use a variety of instructional strategies that address all learning styles. As they share their passion for dance and music, my students are totally engaged and drawn into the learning experience.” – a teacher
Explore basic dance concepts (space, time, energy). Develop skills like mirroring, shadowing, echoing, and choreographing. Create, perform, and respond.
Professional Development Workshops for Teachers
"Teachers were provided a rich repertoire of skills to be able to continue using dance as a learning tool." - a teacher
Discover how to get your students moving! Learn basic dance concepts and skills and the process of creating, performing, and responding in dance, including classroom management. Integrate dance with other subject areas. Become skilled at teaching dance for students with and without disabilities. Develop criteria for on-going assessment.
Dances with Wheels performances
"Your dancing skills are suburb! I can watch you dance for hours!"
- a student
Watch a dancer in a wheelchair and two stand-up dancers in action.
Create Your Own Dance Residency
“I can dance anything!” – a student
Consult with the dancers to design a program to meet your needs.