Gibney’s Education Department, led by Director of Education Sam Baker, serves the current and holistic needs of adult dance artists, with consideration for the multiplicity of career expressions and entry points.
Through the cultivation of an inclusive and positive space, our offerings make space for exploration, risk-taking, personal and artistic growth, connection, and fun. It is our priority to listen to and support our community and to empower the future leaders of the field.
Drop-In Classes & Intensives
Drop-in class schedule
Through an antiracist lens and with insistence upon accessibility, our programming is shaped with a diverse team of dance educators and techniques offered.
Proof of vaccination is no longer required and masks are recommended for individuals at Gibney Center. Read more about our COVID-19 safety plan on our Plan Your Visit page, and learn about updated class processes and procedures on our Education FAQ page.
Follow us on Instagram at @gibneyeducation for class highlights and more!
Upcoming intensives and workshops
Browse through our calendar and take a look at our upcoming intensives & workshops here.
Harkness Center Healthy Dancer Initiative
The Harkness Center Healthy Dancer Initiative provides professional dancers in financial need with subsidized classes at three of New York City’s premier dance centers and free wellness workshops to encourage a sound, holistic approach to self-care and aid in career longevity.
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Details & Teaching Inquiries
Class Pricing
Single Class
$22 Per Class
Expires after 60 days
3-Class Series
$63 ($21/class)
Expires after 60 days
5-Class Series
$100 ($20/class)
Expires after 60 days
10-Class Series
$190 ($19/class)
Expires after 90 days
FAQ & Policies
Learn more about Gibney class policies and procedures and what to do if you are a first-time student.
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Teaching Inquiries
Interested in teaching? Complete our Teaching Application below and a member of our staff will get back to you.
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For inquiries about our drop-in classes or training programs, please email us at classes@gibneydance.org.
Partners
Ladies of Hip Hop Festival
Ladies of Hip Hop (LOHH) is a nonprofit organization that provides artistic opportunities for girls & women in Hip-Hop culture. Through female-powered workshops, performances, public talks, and professional development training, LOHH is educating and cultivating Hip-Hop’s next generation of female leaders.
Gibney is thrilled to partner with Ladies of Hip-Hop to produce the 2023 LOHH festival! Learn more here.
Harkness Center for Dance Injuries
The Harkness Center for Dance Injuries at NYU Langone Health works in partnership with Gibney and Mark Morris Dance Center for the Harkness Center Healthy Dancer Initiative.
The Harkness Center Healthy Dancer Initiative program provides professional dancers in financial need with subsidized classes at three of New York City’s premier dance centers and free wellness workshops. The next application period will open in winter 2023.
Kinected/Kane School of Pilates
Movement Research
Movement Research, founded in 1978, is one of the world’s leading laboratories for the investigation of dance and movement-based forms.
The Playground NYC
Through movement-based sessions led by world-renowned choreographers, The Playground hosts workshops that create an open environment and encourage creativity and dialogue between dancers and choreographers.
Springboard Danse
Springboard Danse is a not-for-profit contemporary dance organization that centers career development and connects professional dancers, choreographers, and companies.
Since 2015, SpringboardX has presented Springboard artists in diverse opportunities worldwide. In an ongoing visionary expansion of the partnership between Springboard and Gibney (NYC), these intensives offer a taste of Springboard Danse in a non-audition workshop setting. Ranging from weekend workshops to two-week intensives, SpringboardX brings artists together for an up-close-and-personal experience, often accompanied by panel discussions and informal showings.
Training Programs
Training Programs offer full-time and seasonal opportunities for international and domestic dancers to deepen their experience both in and out of the studio.
Our aim is to offer a well-rounded training ground for dancers to improve their artistic and physical abilities while growing as critical thinkers, community builders, and artist-entrepreneurs.
GibneyPRO
GibneyPRO prepares emerging dance artists to thrive in a dynamic artistic landscape and facilitates a global network of professional relationships, including an intrinsic connection with Gibney Company.
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Independent Training Program
Gibney’s Independent Training Program offers students from around the world an opportunity for immersive study over 3, 6, 9 or 12 months.
The program includes options for professional or aspiring professional dancers. Each student selects a Program Track and builds a customized weekly class schedule based on their interests and professional goals.
Gibney training programs foster a supportive, non-judgmental environment where dancers can take risks, have fun, and grow while training at an advanced level.
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Summer and Winter Study
Summer Study and Winter Study provide dancers with an immersive experience in the NYC dance community. These programs are designed to build a supportive network and community, expose students to new and challenging ideas and movement styles, and share preparatory tools for building a sustainable career in the performing arts.
NYC WINTER STUDY
Join Winter Study for two weeks in early January.
Applications open in October and close in December.
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NYC SUMMER STUDY
Join Summer Study for four weeks in June or four weeks in July.
Applications open in January and close in April.
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Learning & Leadership Group Programs
Learning & Leadership Group Programs embrace the Gibney ethos of weaving together artistry, activism, and leadership. We welcome student groups for experiences at our Lower Manhattan location through NYC Group Visits, Director Amy Miller travels across the country to activate our Learning on Location opportunities with students and educators alike, and we develop Yearlong Learning collaborations with academic institutions toward deeper exchange.
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