The Muhlenberg College Department of Theatre and Dance offers the Lehigh Valley Community a complete schedule of high quality, non-credit dance and movement education courses for people of all ages through three programs: the Muhlenberg Community Dance Center, Tap Dance with Shelley Oliver, and The Pilates Center. Classes are offered in state of the art facilities located on the Muhlenberg College Campus.
Muhlenberg College Childrens Dance Center
Classes for Children, Teens & Adults
in Ballet, Pointe, Modern, Jazz, Tap
The Muhlenberg Community Dance Center (MCDC) reflects the spirit of the college’s dance program in its celebration of all dance and creativity. MCDC offers a safe and supportive environment through which students explore their creative and physical potential under the guidance of a fresh and qualified teaching staff. The curriculum is designed to carry a child from the earliest creative movement experience through pre-professional level work, with a focus on developing self-confidence and a life long appreciation for dance and other art forms. Classes are located in the Trexler Pavilion for Theatre & Dance. FALL BROCHURE (pdf format)
Tap Dance with Shelley Oliver
3 Levels of Evening Tap Classes for Ages 13 through Adult
Community Tap classes are designed to provide a unique dance experience that combines rhythmic expression and organic movement. The object of every class is for each student to have fun while learning and developing at their own pace in a supportive environment. Three levels of tap dance allow students to determine the degree of challenge that they enjoy while experiencing this American artform. Classes are located in the Baker Center for the Arts.advance classes i
Pilates Center
Fully Equiped Pilates Center Offering Instruction
Administered by Certified Pilates Instructors
The Pilates Center features the complete line of Pilates Equipment and props with four reformers, Cadillac, chair and barrel. Group mat and machine classes are offered along with private, semi-private and combination classes that can be worked around your schedule. Classes are located in the Pilates Center of the Life Sports Center.
The Center also offers Rolfing®-Structural Integration, a form of bodywork therapy that works to realign the body and release tension in muscles and connective tissue.
Massage and Bodywork Therapy
Executive Director, Karen Dearborn,
Director of Muhlenberg College Dance Program
Administrative Coordinator, Jessica Bien
Registration & Information 484.664.3087
484.664.3333 (Box Office)