During recent years she has traveled to Egypt, Turkey, Brazil, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Canada, and several countries in Asia teaching, performing and continuing to learn. For example, in Bali she learned the art of Shadow Puppetry Theater. At her studio, Moving Arts Center and through outreach programs she shares her lifetime experiences with dedication and professionalism. Iara Kendrick’s mission is to make dance available to everyone. She believes that dance is one of the most complete forms of exercise for the body and mind. She understands that some people are apprehensive about taking dance classes because of lack of previous experience, age, size, etc. Also, they feel that they must become performers. She compares dance to another art, for example, singing: A person would never miss the opportunity to learn to sing due to their age, size, gender, etc. Some people want to sing no further than the shower, others want to sing at the church choir, while others want to sing in Broadway, or even opera. Dance is the same way. At MAC, one can come for dance classes just for exercise (dancing 1 hr equals walking 3 miles!), others to learn about other cultures, to dance at family parties, or to become professional dancers. From great-grandmothers and fathers, to great grandchildren are all welcome. Offerings include Salsa, Belly Dance, Hawaiian, Zumba Fitness, Creative Movement and more.
Whether in her studio, or on the road, Kendrick’s mission is to include everyone who wishes to enhance their lives with a global dance and art experience. Willard Gayheart, whose studio and gallery is in the same complex as MAC commented how fortunate for the community it is to have someone as accomplished as Iara Kendrick be a part of the Woodlawn Art and Culture Center. MOVING ARTS CENTER is located at 99 Coulson Church Rd. Woodlawn, VA (next to Harmon’s)
To learn more about its offerings, visit: www.movingartscenter.weebly.com Contact samra40@netzero.net www.SamrasExpressions.com or call 276-236-4533
Contributions of any form are appreciated in order to keep classes affordable for everyone. If you would like to sponsor classes for a student, or sponsor an event your generosity will not be forgotten. The mirrored studio is available for partial rent. Other instructors are welcome to offer classes and increase the variety of courses. Sponsors and participants are encouraged to inquire about an upcoming production!!! Inquiries in person on Thursdays nights or Mondays 4:00-5:30
ZUMBA at MOVING ARTS CENTER