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Eden (עדן) "to delight in"
Eden Dance Collective is ESA approved!
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BELONG
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Click HERE to fill out our interest form
looking for a fun, creative outlet for your child? Eden Dance Collective provides an environment that will deepen their relationship with Christ, develop their artistry, and get them moving and active.
Click HERE to sign up for classes
Ready to jump in and get started? Eden Dance Collective offers a variety of dance and worship classes that your child will love! join us this season as we cultivate a Christ-centered community and register now.
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Eden Dance Collective is ESA approved!
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Interested in your child participating in performances? Eden Dance Collective hopes to facilitate worshipful and glorifying recitals in the near future. Please connect with us if you or your child would like to be involved!
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Eden Dance Collective is ESA approved!
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Ballet
Class Description
Class Layout
Times & Ages
Dress Code
In this class, we will build a foundation of movement as students begin to understand basic ballet technique, correct body placement, balance, proper turnout, and coordination.
We will begin each class at the ballet barre for technique. After our bodies are nice and warm, we will move to center for across the floor exercises, additional ballet movement, turns, leaps, and games.
MONDAYS
4:00-5:00pm (ages 4+)
@ Scottsdale Worship Center
TUESDAYS
12:30-1:30pm *combo class* (ages 4+) @ Awaken Life Church in North Phoenix
2:00-3:00pm (ages 9+) @ Hope Chapel in Glendale
THURSDAYS
9:30-10:30am (ages 4+)
@ Vida Church in Mesa
Girls may wear pink tights, leotard, skirt (optional), and pink canvas ballet shoes with their hair in a ballet bun.
Boys may wear a t-shirt with black athletic pants or shorts and white cotton socks.
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Lyrical
Class Description
Class Layout
Times & Ages
Dress Code
In this class, we will develop fluidity of movement as students work on their spatial and body awareness, floor work, leaps, turns, use of body weight, and individual artistry.
We will begin each class with prayer and worship. Students will spend a few minutes in scripture as we set the focus of our time together. We will then transition to center for warmup as well as various stretch and strengthening exercises. After our bodies are nice and warm, we will learn short combinations and choreography across the floor.
MONDAYS
10:00-11:00am (ages 7+) @ Streams Church in Glendale
TUESDAYS
12:30-1:30pm *combo class* (ages 4+) @ Awaken Life Church in North Phoenix
WEDNESDAYS
8:30-9:30am *combo class* (ages 4+) at Hope Chapel in Glendale
THURSDAYS
10:30-11:30am (ages 4+) @ Vida Church in Mesa
Girls may wear a dance leotard with leggings or athletic pants/shorts and cotton socks. Their hair must be pulled up and out of their face in some way. Boys may wear a t-shirt with athletic pants or shorts and cotton socks.
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Dance Worship
Class Description
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In this class, we will heavily focus on movement as a form of worship. We will spend time moving to different passages in scripture and prepare our hearts to lean towards what the Holy Spirit might have for us as we dance. This class will also consist of improvisational movement as the Spirit leads.
We will begin each class with prayer and worship. Students will then spend a few minutes in scripture as we set the focus of our time together. We will then transition to center for warmup and to prepare our hearts for continued worship. Students will then be led in various worshipful and prayerful movement exercises.
MONDAYS
10:00-11:00am (ages 7+) @ Streams Church in Glendale
TUESDAYS
12:30-1:30pm *combo class* (ages 4+) @ Awaken Life Church in North Phoenix
THURSDAYS
10:30-11:30am (ages 4+) @ Vida Church in Mesa
Girls may wear a dance leotard or t-shirt with leggings or athletic pants/shorts and cotton socks. Their hair must be pulled up and out of their face in some way.
Boys may wear a t-shirt with athletic pants or shorts and cotton socks.
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Creative Movement
Class Description
Class Layout
Times & Ages
In this class, we will focus on what our bodies are capable of! We will learn about upper and lower body coordination, unilateral and bilateral movement, sensory awareness, imagery, teamwork, confidence and musicality.
We will begin each class warming up our bodies and moving around the space. We will then transition to center for a variety of games and creative exercises. We will learn fun movement while practicing rhythm and listening skills.
WEDNESDAYS
10:30-11:00am Creative Movement (ages 3-6) @ Hope Chapel in Glendale
Dress Code
Girls may wear a dance leotard or t-shirt with leggings or athletic pants/shorts and cotton socks. Their hair must be pulled up and out of their face in some way.
Boys may wear a t-shirt with athletic pants or shorts and cotton socks.
“So, then, neither the one who plants nor the one who waters is anything, but only God who gives the growth. Now he who plants and he who waters are one, and each will receive his own reward according to his own labor. For we are God’s coworkers. You are God’s field, God’s building.”
1 Corinthians 3:7-9
“So, then, neither the one who plants nor the one who waters is anything, but only God who gives the growth. Now he who plants and he who waters are one, and each will receive his own reward according to his own labor. For we are God’s coworkers. You are God’s field, God’s building." 1 Corinthians 3:7-9
Eden Dance Collective is a Faith-based creative arts ministry based in Phoenix, Arizona for students to worship God through movement. As Christ's image-bearers, we are intentionally designed to cultivate our gifts so that He might be glorified through us. Dance allows us to commune with God and worship Him with our whole being - body, mind, and spirit. From our first breath in the Garden of Eden, we have been created to create.
Mission
Statement
Eden Dance Collective exists to cultivate a delight and passion for worship in a united community that is mutually encouraging and inviting. Our heart is for every student to develop a deep knowing of their identity in Christ through scripture, prayer, and movement while experiencing true joy in a creative environment. We pursue excellence in our dance training, technique, and performances so that Christ might be glorified through each student.
Core Values
Click here to check out Kathryn Thompson's devotional resource and learn more!
This dance film was created by Hannah Mucha, Kathryn Thompson, and myself. We were all suddenly back at home due to COVID-19 and decided to create this together as a symbol of creativity and connectedness in such a liminal space. Our senior year might not have ended the way we had intended, but this project allowed us to process and be creative together, even while living states apart.
This is a collection of various performances, class choreography and combinations, as well as some rehearsals during my time at Belhaven University. I gained so much from Belhaven - growth in my artistry, deepening of my faith, and friendships that I will deeply cherish for the rest of my life. I am so thankful for my dance journey here and for the time I got to spend at this place.
"FORMED" DANCE FILM
DANCE ARTIST REEL
This dance film was created by Hannah Mucha, Kathryn Thompson, and myself. We were all suddenly back at home due to COVID-19 and decided to create this together as a symbol of creativity and connectedness in such a liminal space. Our senior year might not have ended the way we had intended, but this project allowed us to process and be creative together, even while living states apart.
This is a collection of various performances, class choreography and combinations, as well as some rehearsals during my time at Belhaven University. I gained so much from Belhaven - growth in my artistry, deepening of my faith, and friendships that I will deeply cherish for the rest of my life. I am so thankful for my dance journey here and for the time I got to spend at this place.
"FORMED" DANCE FILM
DANCE ARTIST REEL
Eden Dance Collective is a Faith-based creative arts ministry based in Phoenix, Arizona for students to worship God through movement. As Christ's image-bearers, we are intentionally designed to cultivate our gifts so that He might be glorified through us. Dance allows us to commune with God and worship Him with our whole being - body, mind, and spirit. From our first breath in the Garden of Eden, we have been created to create.
Mission
Statement
Eden Dance Collective exists to cultivate a delight and passion for worship in a united community that is mutually encouraging and inviting. Our heart is for every student to develop a deep knowing of their identity in Christ through scripture, prayer, and movement while experiencing true joy in a creative environment. We pursue excellence in our dance training, technique, and performances so that Christ might be glorified through each student.
Core Values
Click here to check out Kathryn Thompson's devotional resource and learn more!
This dance film was created by Hannah Mucha, Kathryn Thompson, and myself. We were all suddenly back at home due to COVID-19 and decided to create this together as a symbol of creativity and connectedness in such a liminal space. Our senior year might not have ended the way we had intended, but this project allowed us to process and be creative together, even while living states apart.
This is a collection of various performances, class choreography and combinations, as well as some rehearsals during my time at Belhaven University. I gained so much from Belhaven - growth in my artistry, deepening of my faith, and friendships that I will deeply cherish for the rest of my life. I am so thankful for my dance journey here and for the time I got to spend at this place.
"FORMED" DANCE FILM
DANCE ARTIST REEL
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Taylor Simpson began her dance training at the age of eight years old. As a Southern California native, Taylor attended Dunamix Dance Project until she was 19 years old, receiving Faith-based training from American Ballet Theater Certified Instructors. during this time, Taylor had the opportunity to perform in several classical ballets, such as Cygnets in Swan Lake, Waltz of the Snowflakes in The Nutcracker, and The Fairies of Jewels in Sleeping Beauty. At the age of 16, she began teaching young ballet students at Dunamix and was able to choreograph for various recitals.
In the Fall of 2017, Taylor began her college career as an undergraduate student at Belhaven University, a private Christian college located in Jackson, Mississippi. In the Spring of 2020,
Taylor Simpson began her dance training at the age of eight years old. As a Southern California native, Taylor attended Dunamix Dance Project until she was 19 years old, receiving Faith-based training from American Ballet Theater Certified Instructors. During this time, Taylor had the opportunity to perform in several classical ballets, such as Cygnets in Swan Lake, Waltz of the Snowflakes in The Nutcracker, and The Fairies of Jewels in Sleeping Beauty. At the age of 16, she began teaching young ballet students at Dunamix and was able to choreograph for various recitals.
In the Fall of 2017, Taylor began her college career as an undergraduate student at Belhaven University, a private Christian college located in Jackson, Mississippi. In the Spring of 2020, she received her Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Sports Medicine and Exercise Science as well as her Certificate in Ballet and Modern Dance Technique and Performance. While at Belhaven, Taylor received her training from a variety of dance professors such as Laura Morton, Mia Whitehead, and Krista Bower, Belhaven University’s Chair of Dance. During her college career, she was a part of DOXA, Belhaven’s Dance Leadership Team, leading as an Event Coordinator and Collaborative Arts Member.
A significant portion of Taylor’s college experience was spent working with Belhaven University’s Dance Athletic Trainer, Miranda Layman. During her internship with Ms. Layman, she was able to receive hands-on experience working with dancers through their injury, treatment, and recovery process. She also had the opportunity to perform with Belhaven University’s Dance Ministry Ensemble as a company member and performer from 2018-2020, performing at a variety of venues and Christian organizations
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throughout the community. Through this experience, she was able to work with guest choreographers such as Vincent Harding, Abigail Harding, and Stella Almblade.
As a part of the DOXA leadership team, Taylor was given the opportunity to facilitate the DOXA Collaborative Arts Concert at Belhaven University, while simultaneously choreographing and creating a piece titled Type-ology for the performance. She was also a part of a collaborative dance film titled, Formed in the Spring of 2020. As a student, Taylor worked alongside other students and peers in their creative process, being involved in a variety of student works created for the annual Senior Dance Concert from 2017-2020.
In the Fall of 2021, she moved to Phoenix, Arizona and was given the opportunity to work as a Perfromance Arts Instructor at Basis Charter school during the 2021-2022 school year. This Spring, she taught at Fountain Hills Middle School and High School, where she led the school dance program and directed their Spring Dance Concert. She began working with Patriot Productions in January of 2024 as the Assistant Choreographer for their production of Beauty and the Beast. This was such a fulfilling experience for her and she is so thankful to have been part of the creative process on this project. Taylor is excited to continue to be involved in the arts community as she pursues teaching opportunities to facilitate worship and communion with Christ, collaboration, and kinesiology integration. Her foundation and background in exercise science has given her the tools she needs to help prevent burnout, injuries, and overtraining in dancers. She has a passion for working with students as they develop their own artistry and hopes to instill a deep love for the Lord and for this artform!
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she received her Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Sports Medicine and Exercise Science as well as her Certificate in Ballet and Modern Dance Technique and Performance. While at Belhaven, Taylor received her training from a variety of dance professors such as Laura Morton, Mia Whitehead, and Krista Bower, Belhaven University’s Chair of Dance. During her college career, she was a part of DOXA, Belhaven’s Dance Leadership Team, leading as an Event Coordinator and Collaborative Arts Member.
A significant portion of Taylor’s college experience was spent working with Belhaven University’s Dance Athletic Trainer, Miranda Layman. During her internship with Ms. Layman, she was able to receive hands-on experience working with dancers through their injury, treatment, and recovery process. She also had the opportunity to perform with
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Belhaven University’s Dance Ministry Ensemble as a company member and performer from 2018-2020, performing at a variety of venues and Christian organizations throughout the community. Through this experience, she was able to work with guest choreographers such as Vincent Harding, Abigail Harding, and Stella Almblade.
As a part of the DOXA leadership team, Taylor was given the opportunity to facilitate the DOXA Collaborative Arts Concert at Belhaven University, while choreographing and creating a piece titled Type-ology for the performance. She was also a part of a collaborative dance film titled, Formed in the Spring of 2020. As a student, Taylor worked alongside other students and peers in their creative process, being involved in a variety of student works created for the annual Senior Dance Concert from 2017-2020.
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In the Fall of 2021, she moved to Phoenix, Arizona and was given the opportunity to work as a Perfromance Arts Instructor at Basis Charter school during the 2021-2022 school year. This Spring, she taught at Fountain Hills Middle School and High School, where she led the school dance program and directed their Spring Dance Concert. She began working with Patriot Productions in January of 2024 as the Assistant Choreographer for their production of Beauty and the Beast. This was such a fulfilling experience for her and she is so thankful to have been part of the creative process on this project. Taylor is excited to continue to be involved in the arts community as she pursues teaching opportunities to facilitate worship and communion with Christ, collaboration, and kinesiology integration. Her foundation and background in exercise science has given her the tools she needs to help prevent burnout, injuries, and overtraining in dancers. She has a passion for working with students as they develop their own artistry and hopes to instill a deep love for the Lord and for this artform!
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