A 12-week movement program at The Dance Barre
Move freely.
Twelve Saturday mornings of music, movement, and body awareness, for adults who want to keep doing the things they love.
Free Demo DaySaturday, January 9, 10:00 to 11:15 AM
No dance experience needed. Come as you are.
You know how your body moves better on some days than others? This program helps you build more of the good days. Over 12 Saturday mornings, you will move to music, learn how your feet, hips, spine, and breath work together, and find your own version of every movement. Nobody expects you to copy anyone else. Holly Nastasi leads the class, and there is no wrong way to do this.
Try it free at Demo Day, or sign up now.
Sound familiar?
- Getting out of the car takes a moment longer than it used to.
- You miss being swept up by a song.
- You want to get down on the floor with the grandkids, and back up, without planning it.
- You exercise, but nothing makes you want to come back.
- You watch a dance class and think, “I can’t do that.”
You are in the right place. This program was designed for adults who want to feel at home in their bodies, at whatever age, with whatever experience.
What 12 weeks give you
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Freedom of movement
Turn, reach, bend, and get down to the floor and back up with more confidence.
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Strength for daily life
Build strength and balance through movements that look like your real life, like carrying, climbing steps, and staying steady while you move.
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A body you know
Learn how your feet, hips, spine, and breath work together, and how a small change in one place changes everything else.
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Joy
Move to music again, and let the song lead.
[PLACEHOLDER: one real quote from a current student, with permission]
What you'll explore
Each Saturday has its own focus, so the 12 weeks build on one another. Here is the path.
Phase 1
Start with your own body
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Week 1
Joy of movement
Let pleasure guide you, and notice how movement feels.
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Week 2
Your body's way
See how your body is built, how it differs from the person beside you, and how to adapt each movement to you.
Phase 2
Explore three movement traditions
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Week 3
Martial arts
Grounded, powerful, flowing movement drawn from tai chi, tae kwon do, and aikido.
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Week 4
Dance
Rhythm, imagination, and expression drawn from jazz, modern, and Duncan dance.
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Week 5
Healing arts
Alignment and ease drawn from yoga, the Alexander Technique, and the Feldenkrais Method.
Phase 3
Learn the movements
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Week 6
Feet and foundation
Foot techniques, stances, and steps for balance and shifting your weight.
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Week 7
Hips, chest, and spine
Core strength, flexibility, and flowing movement.
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Week 8
Arms and hands
Coordination, precision, and expression.
Phase 4
Put it all together
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Week 9
Music and movement
See how rhythm connects your body, mind, and mood.
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Week 10
Breath and energy
Build physical conditioning and notice your breath, your vitality, and your own energy.
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Week 11
FreeDance
Move beyond choreography with play, spontaneity, and curiosity.
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Week 12
Nia for life
Bring the forms, the moves, and your body awareness together into a practice you can keep.
How every class worksEvery class returns to three questions. What am I sensing? What is that telling me? How can I adapt my movement so it feels good?
[PLACEHOLDER: Holly reviews these plain-language session descriptions]
What to expect
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When
Saturdays, 10:00 to 11:15 AM, for 12 weeks starting January 16. [PLACEHOLDER: confirm Holly's final schedule and any skipped Saturdays]
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Where
The Dance Barre, 1865 Briarcrest Drive, Bryan, TX 77802
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Who
Adults who want to move well for the long run. You do not need dance experience, and you do not need to be in shape first.
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Options for everyone
Holly shows you how to adapt every movement to your body and comfort level. Starting in the back row is fine.
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What to wear
Comfortable clothes you can move in. [PLACEHOLDER: footwear policy, for example barefoot, socks, or shoes]
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Reflection
Every class ends with a short reflection, so you can notice what you felt and what you want to carry into your week.
Meet your instructor
Holly Nastasi, M.Ed.
Holly is a dancer and a Nia Technique teacher and trainer. She teaches people to notice how their bodies feel and to adapt movement so it works for them, whatever their age or background. [PLACEHOLDER: Holly confirms her years of experience and adds two or three sentences in her own words about what she loves about teaching this program]
Learn more about Holly at hollyjnastasi.comJoin the 12 weeks
Enrollment is open now. You do not have to wait for Demo Day. Early bird pricing ends at midnight on Demo Day, Saturday, January 9. Enroll by then to lock it in.
| Option | Payments | 12-week total |
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| Early bird, through midnight on Saturday, January 9 | 3 payments of $155, one every 28 days | $465 |
| Standard, starting Sunday, January 10 | 3 payments of $185, one every 28 days | $555 |
You pay in 3 payments across the 12 weeks. Twelve weeks equals three 28-day billing periods, and billing ends after the third payment. [PLACEHOLDER: confirm the date of the first payment, and confirm billing does not renew automatically] Each week builds on the last, so enrollment closes before the first Saturday. [PLACEHOLDER: enrollment close date]
Your enrollment includes an unlimited membership
For the full 12 weeks, you can take any other class at The Dance Barre, not only the Saturday program.
We highly recommend our flexibility and mobility classes for this journey. They pair well with what you will practice on Saturdays. [PLACEHOLDER: name the specific classes to recommend, and link to the schedule]
Already a Dance Barre member? Email us at hello@dancebarrebcs.com to sign up.
Want to try it first? It is free.
As we build toward the program launch, we offer free Saturday classes, so you can feel the movement before you decide. [PLACEHOLDER: confirm the free Saturday dates and how to sign up]
- Demo Day: Saturday, January 9, 2027, 10:00 to 11:15 AM
- The Dance Barre, 1865 Briarcrest Drive, Bryan, TX 77802
- Doors open at 9:45 AM
- Free, with no obligation
- Bring water and wear clothes you can move in. [PLACEHOLDER: anything else to bring or know]
At Demo Day, Holly welcomes you, you take a real Saturday class, and she shares what the 12 weeks look like. Nobody asks you to sign up at the door.
Save my spot at Demo DayCan't make Demo Day? You can enroll any time before the first Saturday, and the free Saturday classes are another way to try it.
Questions people ask
Do I need dance experience?
No. Holly shows you how to adapt each movement to your body and comfort level, so you can join in at your own level from the first minute.
I feel nervous about my first class. Is that normal?
Yes, plenty of people feel that way. Holly welcomes new people by name, and starting in the back row is fine. Demo Day is free, so you can try a class before you decide anything.
I have a sore knee, hip, or back. Can I still take part?
Holly shows you how to adapt every movement to your body and comfort level, and you choose your effort. If you have a medical concern, please check with your doctor before you start. [PLACEHOLDER: Ellen and Holly approve this health line and the waiver language]
Will it be a real workout?
Yes, if you want one. The class builds flexibility, agility, mobility, strength, and stability, and you set how hard you work.
What if I miss a Saturday?
[PLACEHOLDER: missed-week policy, for example make-up options]
Can I join after the first Saturday?
Each week builds on the last, so enrollment closes before the first Saturday. [PLACEHOLDER: Holly confirms whether anyone can join late, and what a late joiner can do instead]
Is this class only for older adults?
No. The Dance Barre is an adult-only studio, and Move Freely welcomes every adult. It was designed for people who want to keep moving well for the long run.
Do I have to be a Dance Barre member?
No. Anyone can enroll at the early bird or standard price, and your enrollment includes an unlimited Dance Barre membership for the 12 weeks. If you are already a member, email us at hello@dancebarrebcs.com and we will help you sign up.
What is Nia?
Nia is the movement practice behind the class. It blends dance, martial arts, and healing arts, set to music. You do not need to know anything about it before you come.
Ready to move freely?
Come to Demo Day on Saturday, January 9. It is free and friendly, and you can decide afterward. Or sign up now. Early bird pricing runs through midnight on Demo Day.
Questions? Call (979) 704-5361 or email hello@dancebarrebcs.com.