Dance & MOvement program

Move, Connect, Inspire

Dance and movement are more than just physical exercise – they nourish the soul and invigorate the mind. We believe in the transformative power of dance to connect, inspire, and uplift.

Our programs are designed to help you explore movement while fostering a sense of connection within a supportive and inclusive community. Whether you’re a beginner, an improver, or an experienced dancer, our diverse range of classes and workshops offers something for everyone. Discover your unique expression through dance in a positive, fun, and welcoming environment.
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Programming

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multi-session
Dance Classes

Guides classes building skill and confidence. A diverse range of styles in a positive, fun, and welcoming environment – for beginners through experienced dancers.

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1-2 Session
Movement & Wellness Classes

Dance Fit, Stretch, MELT, and more. Classes designed to nourish the soul, invigorate the mind, and foster a sense of connection within a supportive community.

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1st, 3rd, & 4th tuesday · monthly
Line Dancing

A beloved recurring community event – join us the first, third, and fourth Tuesday of every month. All levels welcome, no partner needed.

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upcoming

Class Schedule

All current and upcoming Dance & Movement sessions.

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Interested in Renting?

We also provide affordable rental spaces for choreographers, dancers, performers, and movers to create, experiment, and bring their artistic visions to life. Availability is based on scheduling around our programming, so don’t hesitate to reach out for more information.

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Meet our Team

Meet the dedicated staff, instructors, and assistants who make learning fun and engaging every class.

  • Melissa Agocs
    Youth & Family / Dance & Movement Director

    (707)938-4626 ext.826

    Melissa Agocs is the Youth Programs Director at the Sonoma Community Center. She has many years of experience working with kids as a teacher and tutor to get them feeling confident and engaged in math. She loves making students think about numbers and patterns and believes there is a budding mathematician in all of us.

  • Regina Gregor
    Instructor

    Regina Gregor is a seasoned wellness practitioner with over 35 years of experience. Specializing in Massage Therapy, the MELT Method, and Essentrics, Regina is dedicated to helping clients achieve balance, relaxation, and healing. Regina’s commitment to enhancing the mind-body connection makes her a trusted partner in nurturing both physical and emotional resilience.

  • Shannon Lee
    Instructor

    Shannon Lee is a Sonoma Valley resident who has been teaching and practicing various forms of dance and movement for many decades. She is on staff at The Dance Center in Santa Rosa and developed barre/stretching courses as a zoom alternative during the pandemic. Shannon is also a science educator in the biology department at Sonoma State University and has taught at the university level for more than 20 years.

  • Elizabeth Piazza
    Instructor

    Elizabeth Piazza is a dancer, mother, student and teacher. Elizabeth earned her BA from Prescott College in Integrative Studies for Dance and Spirituality (2005). Prior to that she spent her early years training in ballet, competitive figure skating, and modern dance. Her classes create a nurturing environment for young dancers to learn the foundations of technique and self expression. Elizabeth completed her Wee Yogis certification in 2017, allowing her another avenue to empower and educate young people and families. She utilizes her unique skill set to help train, inspire and encourage people to live a life of creativity and discover their own magic.

  • Kate Leland
    Instructor

    Kate Leland is a retired dancer with over 50 years’ experience as an award-winning choreographer and dance teacher. She has taught ballet for many studios including Contra Costa Ballet, Shawl-Anderson, Marin School of Arts, and her own studios throughout the Bay Area. She has choreographed over 30 musicals including “A Chorus Line,” “Music Man,” “Grand Hotel,” My Fair Lady,” and “Evita.” Her fitness classes have been popular at many health clubs including Parkpoint Fitness Club.

  • Tiffany Carter
    Instructor

    Tiffany Carter-Holman grew up performing in South Lake Tahoe under the direction of Marcia Sarosik Dance Studio. She has a Bachelors of Arts in Music and has been a professional singer and songwriter for 15 years. She has overseen and directed theatre programs and dance camps for kids, toured across the United States performing in various variety music shows and currently writes country/americana music. Her favorite style of dance is Tap Dance as it incorporates her passion for music and rhythm through percussive footwork. Tiffany loves teaching kids and adults alike and has been sharing her passion for over 20 years.

  • Maythe Ortiz
    Instructor

    Teacher Maythe Ortiz has designed this class for beginners and intermediate level, completely bilingual (in English and Spanish) with the purpose of making this practice accessible to everyone.

    La Maestra Maythe Ortiz, ha diseñado esta clase para principiantes y nivel medio, completamente bilingue (en ingles y en español) con la finalidad hacer esta practica accecible para todos.

  • Courtney Meagher
    Instructor

    Courtney is from Sacramento, CA and loves all music. her favorite line dances are Our own Party and Countdown.

  • Victoria Petersen
    Instructor

    Victoria is from Camarillo, CA and is a So-Cal dance queen! She loves to dance to High Class and Four on the Floor (SoCal version of course).

  • Jake Pierce
    Instructor

    Jake is from Novato, CA and learned how to line dance from his mom. His favorite dances are Could be your last night lonely and Headphones.

  • Sophia de Leon Sanchez
    Instructor

    Sophia de Leon Sanchez has been studying and performing flamenco for 17 years. She has had the privilege of training closely with some of the finest flamenco artists in Spain, including Paloma Gomez, Carmela Greco, Eduardo Guerrero, Raquel Heredia, and Adi Movdat, as well as many esteemed teachers in the U.S. For five years, she was actively involved with Dance Chicago, where she performed numerous original choreographies in theaters across the city. Sophia has since relocated from Chicago to Sonoma and is thrilled to bring her passion, knowledge, and expertise in flamenco to her new community. As the 2025 Dance Artist in Residence, her work will culminate in a performance in late 2025.

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