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About Miss Bonnie

Bonnie is a Modern Dance Instructor and Certified Yoga Teacher in Bend, Oregon. She began dancing at the age of 6 and minored in Dance at Smith College.  Bonnie is available for teaching all levels of Modern Dance, including Parent-tot and Creative Movement classes, as well as Hatha Yoga.

It’s Official!

Posted on May 7, 2012 by Miss Bonnie

I am now a fully certified Yoga Teacher at the 200 hour level!  Hurray!

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Modern Dance Passe Turn + Barrel Jump

Posted on April 11, 2012 by Miss Bonnie

Sorry about the ad … this video is from eHow by Chell Garcia-Trias. Modern Dance Passe Turn & Barrel Jump — powered by ehow

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Adult Creative Movement

Posted on April 8, 2012 by Miss Bonnie

Hey Adults! It’s our turn to run around the room till we’re dizzy! Adult Creative Movement is here! “Adult Creative Movement is a fun and relaxing dance class for new or experienced movers to discover new possibilities with physical movement … Continue reading →

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Dance Around The World Camp!

Posted on April 6, 2012 by Miss Bonnie

This summer, Terpsichorean Dance Studio will be offering summer day-camp dance camps for kids ages 5 – 12!  I will be teaching a 3-hour afternoon camp called “Dance Around The World” in July.  Each camp will run from Monday – … Continue reading →

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Creative Movement

Posted on March 23, 2012 by Miss Bonnie

What is Creative Movement?  The answer may depend on who you ask.  In many cases it tends to be a euphemism for “pre-ballet” or “preschool-aged” dance classes,  which is a shame because Creative Movement can and should be for everyone … Continue reading →

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FAQ: Can you teach us to dance for our wedding?

Posted on March 21, 2012 by Miss Bonnie

While I am thrilled that you have found the Fish Hawk Wing website and blog and while I also wish you the utmost of marital bliss, please note that if you are looking for dance lessons for your wedding, you … Continue reading →

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Yoga Blog!

Posted on March 11, 2012 by Miss Bonnie

I’m taking a huge leap here, and now that I’m going public with it, I really have to finish my YTT200 training.  Wish me luck, and remind me to go study!!! I just wanted to share some blog posts from … Continue reading →

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What is the difference between “Modern Dance” and “Contemporary Dance”?

Posted on September 7, 2011 by Miss Bonnie

“Contemporary Dance” is a popular buzz word in the entertainment industry today, but even professional dancers and choreographers have a hard time answering the question “What is Contemporary?”  Those of us who attempt to define Contemporary Dance usually indicate that … Continue reading →

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Why Study Modern Dance?

Posted on September 7, 2011 by Miss Bonnie

Modern Dance is an ever-evolving art form that is rich in world-wide culture and history.  Its basis of natural movement provides an almost automatic avenue for self expression and allows the dancer to enjoy movement for the moment, and not … Continue reading →

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What is Modern Dance?

Posted on September 7, 2011 by Miss Bonnie

Modern Dance was originally inspired by dancers in the late 19th – early 20th centuries who rejected the rigidity and aristocracy of ballet. Modern dance pioneers incorporated the use of natural movement, breathing, contraction and release, suspension and floor work … Continue reading →

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