Workshop Information

“Delivered to Disciple & Dance”

2nd Annual Ascension Praise Dance Workshop

When:

Thursday, July 8th - Saturday, July 10th, 2010

 Where:
 

Christian Life Family Worship Center
4350 Raley Boulevard
Sacramento, CA 95838-2873
(916) 927-9091

 

ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED.
ONSITE REGISTRATION WILL BE AT THE DOOR  - JULY 8-10, 2010

(in pdf format)

***FOR YOUR INFORMATION***

Dance attire
Please wear comfortable workout clothes preferably close fitting black dance attire where your legs/ankles can be easily seen.  Most classes will be danced barefoot but we highly encourage that you bring tennis shoes/sneakers for the "Urban Movement" and "Boot Camp" class.  Please be wise when choosing appropriate attire.
 
Daily Time Schedule
Doors will open at 7:00am for registration and "Praise and Worship" will begin promptly at 8:30am with the first class following at 9:00am.  The last class will usually end around 6/6:30pm. 
 
Registration
If you are not pre-registered, you may register the "day of" by CHECK or CASH only.  Everyone must complete a waiver so all individuals under the age of 18 must have their parents sign the waiver to participate in the workshop. 
 
Food
There will be a concession stand with healthy snacks and water for purchase during the morning and afternoon breaks.  Lunch is FREE and be served in a group setting.  Please be sure to eat a balanced breakfast each morning. 
 

Dance

All classes will consist of an high-intense workout so be ready to dance!  Note – there will be options for modified movement to accommodate various dance levels.  Also, Ascension and Extension will be opening each morning class with a special dance presentation!  So be on time J

And don’t forget to bring your bible!!!

What is the purpose of the workshop?

As Christians, our purpose is to serve and share the gospel. Therefore, to be proper representatives of Christ, we MUST “study to show thyself approved” (II Timothy 2:15). This includes God’s word, and our gifts and talents as God uses them for ministry. Therefore, it is imperative that we are conscious stewards over God’s property.

 The purpose of the workshop is to introduce theography – the study of God and dance- with a strong emphasis on exploring various dance techniques. 

 Why Theography?

Theography is a concept and style of dance that illustrates the gospel as accurately and creatively as possible through movement and communication. It is an eclectic discipline, incorporating genres such as modern, jazz, African Caribbean, contemporary, liturgical, ballet, mime, and many other dance techniques. In addition, theography includes forms of communication such as sign language, gestures, theatrics, and expressions.   Its purpose is to stimulate mind (the intellect), body (our temple), and spirit, (the essence of who we are). 

 Ascension’s dance workshop will include daily theography classes and a gospel aerobics class for all workshop participants.  In addition, the workshop will offer instruction and demonstration of the following techniques: hip-hop, liturgical, modern, sign, and step. All classes will enhance dance technique and precision with emphasis on footwork, balance, body placement, execution, and presentation.

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WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS
Gospel Aerobics	On Friday, July 9th and Saturday, July 10th we will offer a gospel aerobics class          for   adults only (13 and up) led by Group X instructor and personal trainer of 24 Hour Fitness  -  our very own Ascension company member, Wanel Thomas.
Praise Dance Showcase!	On Saturday, July 10th, we will have special guest, Elder Trent Von Lee - former member of Dance Theatre of Harlem, facilitate the praise dance showcase where he will provide constructive advice to various praise dance groups/soloists.  The praise dance showcase is limited to 15 praise dance groups/soloists and a 5 minute time limitation for each group or soloist to present a dance selection - please bring your song selection on CD. If you are a praise dance group or soloist that would like to participate in the showcase, you may register your group in advance by submitting an email to Melinda@ascension-pdm.com.  First come, first serve!
Praise Dance Showcase Special Guest	Trent Von Lee  - Read full biography “Garments of praise Geared for worship”: is a lecture demonstration that will examine the biblical history of dance; discuss practical means of how to begin, nurture and maintain an effective dance ministry and building choreography for worship.  We will discuss sacred dance as a spiritual weapon with the power to invoke the presence of God and destroy yolks of the enemy and how we are to prepare and dress as liturgical dancers to carry out our worship assignment.  Trent Von Lee, Farmington, CT
Lunch provided!	That’s right – we will be providing sacked lunches for all workshop participants to refuel our temples!

Register Today!

As stated in II Timothy 2:15, "studying to show thyself approved" through biblical doctrine, health, nutrition, technique and applying God's teachings in our daily lifestyle, are evident in the discipline of Theography.

 
Group Registration:   Discounted group registration is available if you are registering 10 or more adults  at ONE time.  The group rate is $40/person and can be purchased in groups of 10 below using paypal.  To  make other  arrangements  for group registration , please submit email to Melinda@ascension-pdm.com or to pay and register online, please follow instructions below.

There is a two step registration process: (note- Registration is NOT complete until both steps are completed)

*Already registered? Need to pay online?
 If you have any questions, please email Melinda@ascension-pdm.com