Advanced contemporary class will be cancelled Sunday, February 15. We hope to see you next week!

Foundations in Contemporary Dance

Aikido Peace Education Center | 1101 N State St. #200

Wednesdays from 6:30-8:00 PM

Winter 2026 series: January 7-28, February 4-25, March 4-25

foundDANCE is a beginner/all levels contemporary dance class—which means it is for: those who are new to dance, new to contemporary dance, returning to dance after a long time, and anyone looking for a class that prioritizes the joy of movement in a welcoming environment. We will cover movement fundamentals, guided improvisation, learning choreography step by step, all while being gentle with ourselves as we learn new things. At the heart of this class is the experience of moving with a group of people and the magic it brings.

foundDANCE is a 4-week series that begins again approximately every month with new material. The series format is designed for beginners to comfortably learn new skills and a movement phrase over the course of the month. 

Experienced dancers may choose to drop-in to any class with awareness that new material is introduced in week 1 and built on during the following 3 classes.

foundDANCE is offered in partnership with Soleil Chappelle AKA Body Swells. When you register, your receipt will come from Body Swells Craniosacral & Massage.

Rotating topics for Emergent Dance with Soleil Chappelle

Aikido Peace Education Center | 1101 N State St. #200

Tuesdays 7:00 - 8:30 PM 

Module 1 - Intelligence - that which cannot be artificial

Through dance improvisation, multi-media sensory experiments, and conversation, we’ll allow our minds to permeate our bodies and the space between us and all beings.

Inspired by the more-than-human world—animals, plants, fungi &&—we’ll reclaim our ways of thinking from mechanical, industrial, and algorithmic structures. We’ll draw new lines for the boundaries of our minds and redefine intelligence.

Some experience in any type of dance improvisation is recommended.

Not a heady person? Looking for an outlet for existential concerns? Feel stuck in your head? Confused about what this is but want structures for movement improvisation? This space welcomes you.

Groundswells and foundDANCE are offered in partnership with Soleil Chappelle AKA Body Swells. When you register, your receipt will come from Body Swells Craniosacral & Massage.

BRD’s advanced company classes are open to community dancers. A structured warm up will be followed by skill building and phrase work. Classes are taught by current Bellingham Repertory Dance members and occasional guest teachers.

Foundations in Contemporary Dance

Aikido Peace Education Center | 1101 N State St. #200

Wednesdays from 6:30-8:00 PM

Winter 2026 series: January 7-28, February 4-25, March 4-25

foundDANCE is a beginner/all levels contemporary dance class—which means it is for: those who are new to dance, new to contemporary dance, returning to dance after a long time, and anyone looking for a class that prioritizes the joy of movement in a welcoming environment. We will cover movement fundamentals, guided improvisation, learning choreography step by step, all while being gentle with ourselves as we learn new things. At the heart of this class is the experience of moving with a group of people and the magic it brings.

foundDANCE is a 4-week series that begins again approximately every month with new material. The series format is designed for beginners to comfortably learn new skills and a movement phrase over the course of the month. 

Experienced dancers may choose to drop-in to any class with awareness that new material is introduced in week 1 and built on during the following 3 classes.

foundDANCE is offered in partnership with Soleil Chappelle AKA Body Swells. When you register, your receipt will come from Body Swells Craniosacral & Massage.

Rotating topics for Emergent Dance with Soleil Chappelle

Aikido Peace Education Center | 1101 N State St. #200

Tuesdays 7:00 - 8:30 PM (starting February 3)

Module 1 - Intelligence - that which cannot be artificial

Through dance improvisation, multi-media sensory experiments, and conversation, we’ll allow our minds to permeate our bodies and the space between us and all beings.

Inspired by the more-than-human world—animals, plants, fungi &&—we’ll reclaim our ways of thinking from mechanical, industrial, and algorithmic structures. We’ll draw new lines for the boundaries of our minds and redefine intelligence.

Some experience in any type of dance improvisation is recommended.

Not a heady person? Looking for an outlet for existential concerns? Feel stuck in your head? Confused about what this is but want structures for movement improvisation? This space welcomes you.

Groundswells and foundDANCE are offered in partnership with Soleil Chappelle AKA Body Swells. When you register, your receipt will come from Body Swells Craniosacral & Massage.

Advanced contemporary class will be cancelled Sunday, February 1. We hope to see you next week!

Foundations in Contemporary Dance

Aikido Peace Education Center | 1101 N State St. #200

Wednesdays from 6:30-8:00 PM

Winter 2026 series: January 7-28, February 4-25, March 4-25

foundDANCE is a beginner/all levels contemporary dance class—which means it is for: those who are new to dance, new to contemporary dance, returning to dance after a long time, and anyone looking for a class that prioritizes the joy of movement in a welcoming environment. We will cover movement fundamentals, guided improvisation, learning choreography step by step, all while being gentle with ourselves as we learn new things. At the heart of this class is the experience of moving with a group of people and the magic it brings.

foundDANCE is a 4-week series that begins again approximately every month with new material. The series format is designed for beginners to comfortably learn new skills and a movement phrase over the course of the month. 

Experienced dancers may choose to drop-in to any class with awareness that new material is introduced in week 1 and built on during the following 3 classes.

foundDANCE is offered in partnership with Soleil Chappelle AKA Body Swells. When you register, your receipt will come from Body Swells Craniosacral & Massage.

BRD’s advanced company classes are open to community dancers. A structured warm up will be followed by skill building and phrase work. Classes are taught by current Bellingham Repertory Dance members and occasional guest teachers.

Foundations in Contemporary Dance

Aikido Peace Education Center | 1101 N State St. #200

Wednesdays from 6:30-8:00 PM

Winter 2026 series: January 7-28, February 4-25, March 4-25

foundDANCE is a beginner/all levels contemporary dance class—which means it is for: those who are new to dance, new to contemporary dance, returning to dance after a long time, and anyone looking for a class that prioritizes the joy of movement in a welcoming environment. We will cover movement fundamentals, guided improvisation, learning choreography step by step, all while being gentle with ourselves as we learn new things. At the heart of this class is the experience of moving with a group of people and the magic it brings.

foundDANCE is a 4-week series that begins again approximately every month with new material. The series format is designed for beginners to comfortably learn new skills and a movement phrase over the course of the month. 

Experienced dancers may choose to drop-in to any class with awareness that new material is introduced in week 1 and built on during the following 3 classes.

foundDANCE is offered in partnership with Soleil Chappelle AKA Body Swells. When you register, your receipt will come from Body Swells Craniosacral & Massage.

BRD’s advanced company classes are open to community dancers. A structured warm up will be followed by skill building and phrase work. Classes are taught by current Bellingham Repertory Dance members and occasional guest teachers.

Foundations in Contemporary Dance

Aikido Peace Education Center | 1101 N State St. #200

Wednesdays from 6:30-8:00 PM

Winter 2026 series: January 7-28, February 4-25, March 4-25

foundDANCE is a beginner/all levels contemporary dance class—which means it is for: those who are new to dance, new to contemporary dance, returning to dance after a long time, and anyone looking for a class that prioritizes the joy of movement in a welcoming environment. We will cover movement fundamentals, guided improvisation, learning choreography step by step, all while being gentle with ourselves as we learn new things. At the heart of this class is the experience of moving with a group of people and the magic it brings.

foundDANCE is a 4-week series that begins again approximately every month with new material. The series format is designed for beginners to comfortably learn new skills and a movement phrase over the course of the month. 

Experienced dancers may choose to drop-in to any class with awareness that new material is introduced in week 1 and built on during the following 3 classes.

foundDANCE is offered in partnership with Soleil Chappelle AKA Body Swells. When you register, your receipt will come from Body Swells Craniosacral & Massage.

BRD’s advanced company classes are open to community dancers. A structured warm up will be followed by skill building and phrase work. Classes are taught by current Bellingham Repertory Dance members and occasional guest teachers.

Foundations in Contemporary Dance

Aikido Peace Education Center | 1101 N State St. #200

Wednesdays from 6:30-8:00 PM

Winter 2026 series: January 7-28, February 4-25, March 4-25

foundDANCE is a beginner/all levels contemporary dance class—which means it is for: those who are new to dance, new to contemporary dance, returning to dance after a long time, and anyone looking for a class that prioritizes the joy of movement in a welcoming environment. We will cover movement fundamentals, guided improvisation, learning choreography step by step, all while being gentle with ourselves as we learn new things. At the heart of this class is the experience of moving with a group of people and the magic it brings.

foundDANCE is a 4-week series that begins again approximately every month with new material. The series format is designed for beginners to comfortably learn new skills and a movement phrase over the course of the month. 

Experienced dancers may choose to drop-in to any class with awareness that new material is introduced in week 1 and built on during the following 3 classes.

foundDANCE is offered in partnership with Soleil Chappelle AKA Body Swells. When you register, your receipt will come from Body Swells Craniosacral & Massage.

BRD’s advanced company classes are open to community dancers. A structured warm up will be followed by skill building and phrase work. Classes are taught by current Bellingham Repertory Dance members and occasional guest teachers.

BRD’s advanced company classes are open to community dancers. A structured warm up will be followed by skill building and phrase work. Classes are taught by current Bellingham Repertory Dance members and occasional guest teachers.

BRD’s advanced company classes are open to community dancers. A structured warm up will be followed by skill building and phrase work. Classes are taught by current Bellingham Repertory Dance members and occasional guest teachers.

Annual astrology Improvisation with Soleil Chappelle

Tuesday, 12/16 from 7:00-8:30 PM: Reflect on 2025
Wednesday, 12/17 from 6:30-8:00 PM: Look ahead to 2026

Drop-in only: $20 Cash or Card

Annual astrology Improvisation with Soleil Chappelle

Tuesday, 12/16 from 7:00-8:30 PM: Reflect on 2025
Wednesday, 12/17 from 6:30-8:00 PM: Look ahead to 2026

Drop-in only: $20 Cash or Card

Advanced Contemporary Dance class cancelled 12/14/25. We encourage folks to checkout the weekend workshop (December 13 and 14) with NYC based artist Wesley Ensminger at the Aikido Peace Education Center. Click here for registration and more details.

Wednesdays from 6:30-8:00 PM

November/December 2025: Wednesdays, 11/5, 11/19, 12/3, 12/10

Pricing: $80 Standard | $60 Discounted*

*The standard rate reflects the value of class. Please select this rate if you are able. If you are experiencing financial hardship, you may select the discounted rate with no questions asked.  If you need more of a discount, email Soleil at bodyswells@gmail.com.

foundDANCE is a beginner/all levels contemporary dance class—which means it is for: those who are new to dance, new to contemporary dance, returning to dance after a long time, and anyone looking for a class that prioritizes the joy of movement in a welcoming environment. We will cover movement fundamentals, guided improvisation, learning choreography step by step, all while being gentle with ourselves as we learn new things. At the heart of this class is the experience of moving with a group of people and the magic it brings.

foundDANCE is a monthly series that begins again approximately every month with new material. The series format allows participants to comfortably learn new skills and a movement phrase over the course of the month. Because the series is a cohesive whole, it’s ok to miss classes, but they aren’t able to be transferred into future series.

foundDANCE is offered in partnership with Soleil Chappelle AKA Body Swells. When you register, your receipt will come from Body Swells Craniosacral & Massage.

Tuesdays from 7:00-8:30 PM

November/December 2025: 11/4, 11/18, 12/2, 12/9

Pricing: $80 Standard | $60 Discounted*

*The standard rate reflects the value of class. Please select this rate if you are able. If you are experiencing financial hardship, you may select the discounted rate with no questions asked.  If you need more of a discount, email Soleil at bodyswells@gmail.com.

interDANCE is intermediate contemporary dance technique, improvisation, somatics, and performance training. It is designed to take the skills learned in foundDANCE to the next level and to slow down advanced movement pathways. If you have taken foundDANCE and are ready for more of a challenge, this class is for you! If you are an advanced dancer looking for subtlety and depth in your practice, this class is also for you! Open to all, previous experience in any dance form strongly encouraged. 

interDANCE runs 4-weeks at a time and begins again with new material approximately every month. Signing up for interDANCE as a series allows you to build on material over the course of the month and qualifies you for the discounted rates. Drop-ins are allowed while there is still availability. If you sign up for the series, it’s ok to miss classes, but they aren’t able to be transferred into future months once the series has started.

interDANCE is offered in partnership with Soleil Chappelle AKA Body Swells. When you register, your receipt will come from Body Swells Craniosacral & Massage.

BRD’s advanced company classes are open to community dancers. A structured warm up will be followed by skill building and phrase work. Classes are taught by current Bellingham Repertory Dance members and occasional guest teachers.

Wednesdays from 6:30-8:00 PM

November/December 2025: Wednesdays, 11/5, 11/19, 12/3, 12/10

Pricing: $80 Standard | $60 Discounted*

*The standard rate reflects the value of class. Please select this rate if you are able. If you are experiencing financial hardship, you may select the discounted rate with no questions asked.  If you need more of a discount, email Soleil at bodyswells@gmail.com.

foundDANCE is a beginner/all levels contemporary dance class—which means it is for: those who are new to dance, new to contemporary dance, returning to dance after a long time, and anyone looking for a class that prioritizes the joy of movement in a welcoming environment. We will cover movement fundamentals, guided improvisation, learning choreography step by step, all while being gentle with ourselves as we learn new things. At the heart of this class is the experience of moving with a group of people and the magic it brings.

foundDANCE is a monthly series that begins again approximately every month with new material. The series format allows participants to comfortably learn new skills and a movement phrase over the course of the month. Because the series is a cohesive whole, it’s ok to miss classes, but they aren’t able to be transferred into future series.

foundDANCE is offered in partnership with Soleil Chappelle AKA Body Swells. When you register, your receipt will come from Body Swells Craniosacral & Massage.

Tuesdays from 7:00-8:30 PM

November/December 2025: 11/4, 11/18, 12/2, 12/9

Pricing: $80 Standard | $60 Discounted*

*The standard rate reflects the value of class. Please select this rate if you are able. If you are experiencing financial hardship, you may select the discounted rate with no questions asked.  If you need more of a discount, email Soleil at bodyswells@gmail.com.

interDANCE is intermediate contemporary dance technique, improvisation, somatics, and performance training. It is designed to take the skills learned in foundDANCE to the next level and to slow down advanced movement pathways. If you have taken foundDANCE and are ready for more of a challenge, this class is for you! If you are an advanced dancer looking for subtlety and depth in your practice, this class is also for you! Open to all, previous experience in any dance form strongly encouraged. 

interDANCE runs 4-weeks at a time and begins again with new material approximately every month. Signing up for interDANCE as a series allows you to build on material over the course of the month and qualifies you for the discounted rates. Drop-ins are allowed while there is still availability. If you sign up for the series, it’s ok to miss classes, but they aren’t able to be transferred into future months once the series has started.

interDANCE is offered in partnership with Soleil Chappelle AKA Body Swells. When you register, your receipt will come from Body Swells Craniosacral & Massage.

BRD’s advanced company classes are open to community dancers. A structured warm up will be followed by skill building and phrase work. Classes are taught by current Bellingham Repertory Dance members and occasional guest teachers.

BRD’s advanced company classes are open to community dancers. A structured warm up will be followed by skill building and phrase work. Classes are taught by current Bellingham Repertory Dance members and occasional guest teachers.

Wednesdays from 6:30-8:00 PM

November/December 2025: Wednesdays, 11/5, 11/19, 12/3, 12/10

Pricing: $80 Standard | $60 Discounted*

*The standard rate reflects the value of class. Please select this rate if you are able. If you are experiencing financial hardship, you may select the discounted rate with no questions asked.  If you need more of a discount, email Soleil at bodyswells@gmail.com.

foundDANCE is a beginner/all levels contemporary dance class—which means it is for: those who are new to dance, new to contemporary dance, returning to dance after a long time, and anyone looking for a class that prioritizes the joy of movement in a welcoming environment. We will cover movement fundamentals, guided improvisation, learning choreography step by step, all while being gentle with ourselves as we learn new things. At the heart of this class is the experience of moving with a group of people and the magic it brings.

foundDANCE is a monthly series that begins again approximately every month with new material. The series format allows participants to comfortably learn new skills and a movement phrase over the course of the month. Because the series is a cohesive whole, it’s ok to miss classes, but they aren’t able to be transferred into future series.

foundDANCE is offered in partnership with Soleil Chappelle AKA Body Swells. When you register, your receipt will come from Body Swells Craniosacral & Massage.

Tuesdays from 7:00-8:30 PM

November/December 2025: 11/4, 11/18, 12/2, 12/9

Pricing: $80 Standard | $60 Discounted*

*The standard rate reflects the value of class. Please select this rate if you are able. If you are experiencing financial hardship, you may select the discounted rate with no questions asked.  If you need more of a discount, email Soleil at bodyswells@gmail.com.

interDANCE is intermediate contemporary dance technique, improvisation, somatics, and performance training. It is designed to take the skills learned in foundDANCE to the next level and to slow down advanced movement pathways. If you have taken foundDANCE and are ready for more of a challenge, this class is for you! If you are an advanced dancer looking for subtlety and depth in your practice, this class is also for you! Open to all, previous experience in any dance form strongly encouraged. 

interDANCE runs 4-weeks at a time and begins again with new material approximately every month. Signing up for interDANCE as a series allows you to build on material over the course of the month and qualifies you for the discounted rates. Drop-ins are allowed while there is still availability. If you sign up for the series, it’s ok to miss classes, but they aren’t able to be transferred into future months once the series has started.

interDANCE is offered in partnership with Soleil Chappelle AKA Body Swells. When you register, your receipt will come from Body Swells Craniosacral & Massage.

BRD’s advanced company classes are open to community dancers. A structured warm up will be followed by skill building and phrase work. Classes are taught by current Bellingham Repertory Dance members and occasional guest teachers.