What We Are...
A place where arts and wellness live.
A small bespoke teaching and coaching studio specializing in helping people find, connect, and nurture their muse.
A space for performing arts and life development by a small group of instructors and practitioners.
What We Offer...
A dynamic schedule of offerings specializing in adults.
- Adult Dance Classes (Monday - Friday)
- Performing Arts & Wellness Workshops
- Rehearsal Space for Dance & Performance Art Organizations
- Voice Lessons (Monday - Saturday)
- Instructor Rental Connection (Low Rates)
Updated: 04/20/2023 - see calendar for more information.
Where We Are...
The Amused Life Studio
1400 N. 6th Ave. Suite B1
Knoxville, TN 37917
865-888-0341
info@theamusedlife.com
The studio is located within the 1400 Building, when arriving there, drive through the open gates and park in the back area. You will enter the building at the back entrance up the ramp and please press the doorbell if it's not open. Someone will be out to get you shortly.
OUR CALENDAR
If I can't dance, I don't want to be part of your revolution.
- EMMA GOLDMAN -
Dance Classes with Anna...
After studying various techniques for teaching adults of all levels, Anna is opening her studio with more knowledge and insight than ever, so all bodies take a spot on the dance floor, and let's connect. My only focus is on adults, emphasizing women who have always wanted to dance and never took the chance or who used to dance when they were kids and miss it terribly. I want you to know you can find your place on the dancefloor, and I honor every person who takes the risk to walk into a dance studio...hopefully, you'll find people who are ready, welcoming, and deeply glad you showed up.
Book A Class Session or Drop In...
Click the links to register for a full monthly session or any drop in date.
All classes are 1 hour in length unless otherwise noted.
- Mondays @ 6:30 PM Dancin' Dames: Adult Tap for Beginners
- Tuesdays @ 6:30 PM Broadway Babes: Adult Theatrical Dance
- Wednesdays @ 6:30 PM Charm the Chair: Adult Cabaret Jazz Chair Dance
- Thursdays @ 6:30 PM Ballet to the Beat: Ballet to Popular Music
- Fridays @ 6:30 PM Fling Fridays: 1 Time Only Classes *
Register for a Workshop...
Coming soon.
To sing is an expression of your being, a being which is becoming.
- MARIA CALLAS -
Voice Lessons with Maurice...
Known for his wide baritone range, depth of character and long locks, Knoxville native Maurice Hendricks isan accomplished performer with a a wide range of artistic experience. He holds a B.A. in music from Carson-Newman College where he studied under the late Dr. Angela Holder, and has done graduate work towards an M. M. in Vocal Performance at Converse College where he studied voice with Rebecca Turner. Maurice is a member of Delta Omicron International Music Fraternity and was a recipient of the Encouragement Award given by the Metropolitan Opera's National Council Auditions in South Carolina's District in 2012.
Book A Private Lesson or Consult...
Current schedule of availability - please call or email to schedule and inquire if other times are available but not listed.
- Mondays 4:00 - 6:00 PM
- Tuesdays 4:00 - 6:00 PM
- Wednesdays 4:00 - 6:00 PM
- Thursdays 4:00 - 6:00 PM
- Fridays 4:00 - 6:00 PM
- Saturdays by Appointment Only.
Connect to Learn More...
maurice.hendricks.baritone@gmail.com
Performance art is about joy, about making something that's so full of kind of a wild joy that you really can't put into words.
- LAURIE ANDERSON -
STUDIO FEATURES
If you're interested in teaching a small class here, hosting a small wellness group, holding a private lesson, booking your coaching sessions or something else...there are lots of options for a small list of instructors/practitioners at a very low rate. Contact us for more information and here's a list of things the studio has to offer.
Hot & Cold Water Cooler
With water provided by Crystal Springs delivery service - please bring your own water bottle, cup, jug, or whatever to reduce single-use plastics. It takes everyone to create a better world.
Scoop Lateral Trainer
Equipment designed to help develop stronger knees & hips that is zero impact on your joints and knees, can increase hip flexibility, and improve balance to prevent falls.
Donner DDP-100S 88-Key Digital Piano
DDP-100S digital piano with MIDI and upgraded 88-key progressive weighted keys, which has excellent stability, and accurately returns finger force. Fully-weighted keyboard piano restores more realistic feel and sound of the acoustic grand piano.
Resource Library for Movement & Voice
Available DVD and VHS resources for dance and movement training and development as well as sheet music, theory and historical perspectives on various performing arts and methods. Also equipped with a ROKU smartTV for taking classes with Steps on Broadday or other online resources.
The world is a complicated place, and there's a lot of division between people. The performing arts tend to unify people in a way nothing else does.
- DAVID RUBENSTEIN -
DIRECTIONS TO THE STUDIO
If you're looking for us for the first time, here's the best way to find us!
Door is locked after 6 PM (see instructions)...
INSTRUCTIONS:
The studio is located within the 1400 building. When arriving at the building, please go into the parking lot and through the open gates to park in the back area. Enter up the ramp at the back entrance and ring the doorbell IF the door is not open. Someone will be out to get you as soon as possible.