More than a dance studio. We are a movement.
Motion Pacific is a community organization and dance studio for Every. Body.
We queer the arts to build the world in which we want to live—joyful, liberated, and just. Through public events, Queer programming, and classes for all levels, we build community and collaborate to create spaces of belonging.
We have relocated from our 131 Front Street Studio. All classes are currently held at: London Nelson Community Center, The 418 Project, or Pacific Arts Complex. Please see our Adult Classes & Memberships tab and Relocation tab to learn more.
Calling all LGBTQIA folx and allies! Motion Pacific is partnering with The Diversity Center of Santa Cruz County and the London Nelson Community Center to host Dancing for Every Body.
Offered on the last Monday of the month from 5:00pm to 6:30pm, this is an accessible dance class during which participants can dance in a chair, with a cane, standing, or in a wheelchair. Dancing for Every Body will promote the mind-body connection, with a focus on easeful and fun movement, as dancers find the joy and resilience in their moving bodies, dance making, and story sharing.
Being Queer and nonbinary themselves, Motion Pacific Director of Queer Programming Mo Katzman will facilitate the class through a Queer lens. Mo is passionate about creating belonging through cultivating Queer spaces; they are interested in co-designing the class in response to the desires and needs of those present. No dance experience is necessary to join. A sliding-scale donation is requested but not required.
Class is held at the London Nelson Community Center at 301 Center Street. We look forward to seeing you there!
Motion Pacific is a 501(c)3 charitable arts organization. Learn the different ways you can help to support our important mission.
THIS STUDIO IS THE BEST. I take modern, jazz, dance party workout, burlesque, and tons of other classes here. This studio has been a second home to me, especially during covid. Dancing here around these wonderful people with these wonderful teachers has basically saved my life during this time of turmoil. Special shout-out to Collette and Meredith for being both wonderful teachers and for keeping this place running!!- Kelsey K (MP Student, Community Member)
I’ve danced at Motion Pacific off and on since I was a little girl. I’ve always had wonderful experiences with motion. The studio environment is incredibly supportive; both the staff and the dancers are very welcoming. The events are super fun as well and definitely my favorite way to spend a Saturday.- Jennifer M (MP Student, Community Member)
It's incredibly difficult to find a studio that is welcoming to adult beginners, so finding Motion Pacific was wonderful. Every class I have been to has been amazing and accepting of anyone who wants to try out dance. I know their children's classes are marvelous, but I highly recommend them for any adult who wants to start dancing as well. It's never too late!- Aquila S (MP Student, Community Member)
Motion Pacific is my home away from home!! They have the best variety of adult classes with amazing instructors. The studio is a highly inclusive space which strives to reach all corners of our community to offer dance to all. Motion Pacific has created a beautiful dance community for all ages. Come find your rhythm at Motion. You will not be disappointed.- Johanna S (MP Student, Performer, Community Member)
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