Creative Soul

08/22/2025

Not just performing but transforming. Classes start Tuesday, September 2nd!

Creative Soul

08/08/2025

Beyond competition. Beyond physicality. Beyond ordinary. Fall 2025 awaits. Registration now open!

Creative Soul

07/08/2025

NIA starts tonight! See you at 5:45pm! https://creativesoulberkshires.com/adult-program/

RECONNECT to moments of pause and "Shine" with NIA this evening at 5:45 p.m.

06/25/2025

We are thrilled to be offering Variations this summer with Claire Hutchinson! Claire trained at the School of American Ballet (SAB) in New York City’s Lincoln Center.

In Variations, students learn to transform technique into art. Excerpts from a variety of classical and contemporary ballets will be used to develop each dancer’s unique musicality and performance quality. In addition to learning the ballet’s choreography, we will dive into the provenance to identify influential choreographers, composers, and dancers throughout history. Students will practice both performing for and providing feedback to their peers, all with the goal of developing a greater understanding of what makes a variation come to life on stage.

To be eligible for this new class, students must also be registered for Elementary and /or Intermediate/Advanced Ballet. Summer classes start Monday, July 7th. Register today! https://creativesoulberkshires.com/youth-program/registration/

06/23/2025

New Adult Summer Schedule starts Saturday, July 5th. We are excited to announce a brand new class, NIA! NIA (Neuromuscular Integrative Action) is a conscious dance practice that was developed 40 years ago with the guiding philosophy that wellness begins from the inside out. The barefoot practice is a blend of dance, healing arts, and martial arts that delivers a range of movement qualities, self-reflection, and insights that easily translate into our daily practices. Each one-hour session offers participants a different focus and somatic intent to inspire their body, mind, and spirit. NIA will be offered this summer on Tuesdays from 5:45-6:45pm with Laurel Lenski. Sign up for a class today! https://creativesoulberkshires.com/adult-program/

06/17/2025

Unleash your creativity at Creative Soul’s 6-week summer program! Classes start Monday, July 7th, and run through Friday, August 15th. Register online today:

Creative Soul

06/16/2025

“The artist must possess not only technical ability, but also an artistic soul"- Enrico Cecchetti.
Proud and honored doesn’t even begin to describe how I’m feeling. I am so proud of all of our students who performed this past weekend. The confidence, passion, and energy they brought to the stage, you would never have known that many of them were performing for the very first time or had not performed in years. It is one thing to watch a dancer’s technique improve over time; it is entirely another to watch their self-esteem grow and their joy overflow. Thank you for reminding me why this work is so important.
I was honored to be surrounded by so many incredibly talented guest performers and production crew. From the dancers, to the musicians, to circus artists, lighting, and sound designers, I watched backstage in awe of you sharing your gifts so freely with our audience. What a beautiful display it was of the immense local talent in our area. This is a hard show for me to let go of. I have never worked harder or poured more of myself into a performance. Thank you for allowing me to make mistakes, to learn, to grow, and to take new risks.
Once again, to my husband, my family, faculty, students, guest performers, parents, production crew, volunteers, and generous audience, thank you for baring your creative soul.

06/02/2025

Tickets are on sale for Creative Soul’s 2025 Spring Dance Concert! Join us for a community celebration of music and dance—special musical performances by Samantha Talora, Ron Ramsay, and Beth Daunis. Dance performances include Creative Soul’s students, faculty, and local dance artists, as well as Hilary Sweeney of Westchester Circus Arts and Serena Eastman of Mascote Entertainment. The performance will take place on Saturday, June 14th at 1:00 pm at Hoosac Valley Middle & High School Auditorium in Cheshire. Doors open at 12:30 pm.

You can purchase your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-spring-dance-concert-tickets-1370031253359

Thank you for your support. We hope you enjoy the show!

2025 Spring Dance Concert

05/16/2025

We’re so proud to be a part of ArtWeek Berkshires again this year! The full schedule of events is available at: https://berkshires.org/artweek-berkshires/

Here are four wonderful opportunities to join us! These classes and rehearsals are FREE and open to the public.
Saturday, May 17:
11:00-12:00pm- Absolute Beginner Salsa with Olawale Oladehin
12:00-1:00pm- Advanced Beginner/Intermediate Salsa with Olawale Oladehin
Monday, May 19:
6:00-7:00pm - Adult Ballet with Alicia Girgenti
Tuesday, May 20:
6:30-7:30pm - Open dance rehearsal for a work in progress by choreographer Ashley Oladehin with Creative Soul faculty and local dance artists.

Help us in celebrating local creativity. Visit us during ArtWeek Berkshires!

02/06/2025

Due to icy weather conditions, all classes are canceled this evening.

02/06/2025

Due to inclement weather conditions, there will be no 10:00am Yoga/Pilates Fusion class this morning.

01/07/2025

GET READY TO SWEAT! Cardio Strength starts tonight at 5:45pm! This high-energy 45-minute full body conditioning class combines elements of cardio and strength training to get your heart pumping and strengthen your upper body, lower body, and core. Our Cardio Strength class is designed to be adaptable to your individual needs and goals. Amanda will provide modifications and support to ensure you feel comfortable, challenged, and empowered. All fitness levels welcome! Sign up for this class today: https://creativesoul.punchpass.com/classes