Groundwork META Performance Weekender

We focus on the building blocks of movement patterns based on breathing techniques, coordination of the body, and sequencing all based on ballet and modern dance techniques. This is great for anyone who wants to add another dynamic to their craft as a dancer. Training Schedule Friday Training #1: 6:30p-8:30p (Beginner/Experienced Beginner) The Foundational Movement Hierarchy, Breathing, & Coordination and Organization Saturday Training #2: 10:30a-12:30p (Beginner/Experienced Beginner) Breathing and Coordination and Organization Review, Developmental Postures, & Ballet Foundations Saturday Training #3: 1:30p-3:30p (Beginner Intermediate) Modern & Ballet Foundations Ahorita Salsa Bachata Social: 7:00p-12:00a (Not included with pass) Sunday Training #4: 12:00p-2:00p (Intermediate) Breathing and Coordination and Organization Part II and Modern Foundations Part II Sunday Training #5: 3:00p-5:00p (Advanced Intermediate) Breathing and Coordination and Organization Part III and Modern Foundations Part III Pricing Breakdown 2 Hours: $49 4 Hours: $79 6 Hours: $109 8 Hours: $139 10 Hours: $169 12 Hours: $189 *You may use the Eventbrite link or you may Venmo Latisha Hardy at @latisha-hardy About Kason Hanson Kason Hanson is originally from Minot, ND. He began his dance training under the direction of Mr. Rinat Mouzafarov. (Graduate of the Vaganova Academy and dancer with the Bolshoi). In 2011 he moved to Jackson, MS. to join Ballet Magnificat’s professional training program under the direction of Jiri Voborsky, and Kathy Thibodeaux. Following the completion of his training, Kason focused his efforts towards conditioning and injury prevention for dancers. In 2016 he received his personal training certification through the American Council on Exercise and began teaching ballet technique and conditioning classes in Jonesboro, AR (2015-2016) and Colorado Springs, CO (2016-2018). In 2019 Kason graduated Summa Cum Laude as a Physical Therapist Assistant. He and his wife then formed META Performance, which provides movement and performance coaching for ballet dancers as well as training for athletes of other backgrounds. In the spring of 2020 Kason graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Health Care Science from the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs. Kason and his wife Ashley currently reside in Houston, TX. spending time with family and further developing the vision of META Performance. About Ashley Hanson Ashley Hanson is from Tucson, AZ. and attended the University of Arizona’s School of Dance where she studied under the direction of Jory Hancock, Melissa Lowe and Susan Quinn. While in Tucson, Ashley taught ballet, jazz, lyrical and tap to dancers of all ages and abilities throughout the Tucson region. In 2006, Ashley moved to Jackson, MS. to begin her professional training with Ballet Magnificat under the direction of Jiri Voborsky and Kathy Thibodeaux. In 2008 she was appointed to Company Apprentice and in 2009 to Company Artist. During her time at Ballet Magnificat, she taught and performed across the U.S. as well as several countries throughout the Middle East, Europe, Asia, South America and the Caribbean. In 2015, Ashley retired from Ballet Magnificat and moved to Jonesboro, AR. with her husband Kason. There she began teaching ballet, jazz, contemporary and floor/barre classes at studios and schools throughout the area. In 2016, Ashley and her husband moved to Colorado Springs, CO. where she taught ballet, jazz, and contemporary in both studio and college settings. In 2019 they formed META Performance to provide movement and performance coaching for dancers as well as training for athletes of other backgrounds. In 2020 they decided to move to Houston, TX. to spend time with family. Ashley and Kason currently provide movement and performance coaching to studios within the Houston-Metro area and are excited to continue expanding the vision of META Performance in the years to come.