Contemporary Intermediate for Over 60s with Natalie Dodd
Autumn 2026
About Contemporary Intermediate for Over 60s with Natalie Dodd
Autumn Term Classes start on Thursday 17 September and run until Thursday 10 December 2026 (excluding Thursday 29 October due to half term).
Develop your understanding of weight placement, alignment and Contemporary dance technique
Our expert teacher Natalie Dodd will guide you through the basics of core contemporary dance vocabularies and techniques which includes Cunningham and release. Cunningham technique emphasises the movement of the spine through curves, tilts, twists, and arches. Incorporation of Release technique encourages flowing movements that focus on breath.
Natalie will lead you in building strength, technique, coordination and articulation, adjusting movement exercises where appropriate for different skill levels.
Accompanied by the live music of Bobby Demers, you will have the opportunity to explore your own styles and approach to movement through a choreographed phrase that will be taught in class.
class details
- Enrol for the full 12-week term for £165 to secure your place and save or drop-in for £15 per class (concession price).
- If you have any access requirements or specific medical needs, please contact us at classes@theplace.org.uk or 020 7121 1029 so we can support your participation. We can provide reasonable adjustments, including teaching assistant support, communication tools, and measures to reduce sensory overload. Find our access information here.
- Please arrive on time - unfortunately we are unable to accommodate participants who are more than 15 minutes late as the warm-up is an important part of the class.
- Unfortunately, we are unable to offer refunds or exchanges, unless there are extenuating circumstances. You can read our booking Terms & Conditions here.
about your teacher
Natalie Dodd trained at Rambert School and went on to gain an MA through NSCD. She has performed in music videos, toured with Mark Bruce Company, performed twice at The Royal Albert Hall for BBC Proms and has worked with ENO and RSC. Natalie has choreographed works for the Over 60’s group, Chronicles, Youth America Grand Prix participants, galas and for her own solo performances. She has been teaching since 2014 and has worked for Rambert School, Rambert, Royal Academy of Dance, DanceWest and Trinity Laban amongst many others. Natalie is a devisor, delivering artist and examiner for Rambert Grades.