Scottsdale Neighborhood Arts Place
4425 North Granite Reef Road
Scottsdale, Arizona 85251
480-947-4770
"SNAP"
Supported in part by the Arizona Commission on the Arts
with funding from the State of Arizona and the National Endowment for the Arts.
Mission Statement
To explore, express, and experience
creativity in all its forms through stimulating
learning opportunities within a transforming
community.
Scottsdale Neighborhood Arts Place (SNAP) is the 501(c)3 non-profit arts outreach arm of Scottsdale Congregational United Church of Christ. SNAP provides space for people of all ages to explore, express, and experience their own creativity. Originally called Ocotillo Center for Creativity and co-founded in 2007 by Rev. Katharine Harts, Lisa Sampson, Jill Marderness, Carrie Abts and Dan Loven, non-profit status was achieved in July of 2009 and the name was changed in April of 2010 to better serve and represent the citizens of south Scottsdale.
SNAP offers both adult and youth programming. Classes have included: Fitness and Flexibility 101, Zumba, Belly Dance Basics, Yoga, with Summer Musical Theater Explorations for youth and "Discover Science 4 Kids" a STEM (Science Technology Engineering Mathematics) youth summer camp.
Current programming focuses on our resident dance company, Dias Dance Life, www.diasdancelife.com, Yoga, Visual arts programming, partnering with local theater companies for rehearsal space and offering top notch instructors for individual music lessons. Future plans include Funtastic Fall and Spring Break Arts Camps plus an after school arts program.
SNAP presents special concert events and workshops in arts and personal improvement. Please see the information below for the latest happenings at SNAP.
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Community Drumming Circle
The Groove is in The Heart.
Community Drumming Circle
This Community Drumming Circle will be held in the SNAP Music Room every 3rd Friday 5:30-6:30 PM. Bring your own percussion or drum. Drums available if you don't own one. Ya'll Come! $5 suggested donation. Facilitated by Board Certified Music Therapist, Richard Bogen. For more info, click the link below or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
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Conscious Dance
CONSCIOUS DANCE, led by Don Titmus, also happens each 3rd Friday. Come try both the drumming circle and the dance - two arts experiences in one night! DJ Permie Don's guided dance is based on the 5 Rhythms of Gabrielle Roth. The Dance has 5 distinct music rhythms that move your body in a sequence promoting "Self-Analysis." Thoughts, feelings, and inspirations transform your movement into a Conscious Dance! Open to all ages 7 on up. No partner needed. Donation of $5-$25 requested as you are able and please RSVP to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Click the link below for info about the next Conscious Dance theme!
See video footage of Conscious Dance on Don's Facebook at DJPermieDon.
Conscious Dance DJ PermieDon
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Argentine Tango
ARGENTINE TANGO classes are here on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings! Contact Argentine Tango master instructor Rommel Oramas at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 928-301-5215 to help you get started on YOUR Argentine Tango journey here at SNAP!
The Tuesday evening PRACTICaNDO is especially suited for beginners:
7:00 – 8:30 PM CLASS 8:30pm – 11:00 PM PRACTICA
$15 class + practica $10 practica ONLY $10 class ONLYWednesday’s ARGENTINE TANGO CLASS is for more advanced students:
7:00 – 8:30 PM Specialty Class all levels
8:30 – 9:30 PM Fundamentals for beginners
Only $10 per person
EXPERIENCE ARGENTINE TANGO – A CHANCE OF A LIFETIME!!SPECIAL NOTE: Wednesday’s class is indefinitely suspended while Rommel and Daniela wait to find out if they may compete in the International Argentine Tango Competition in Buenos Aires in August. They are hopeful their 2nd Place award at the USA Championship will allow them to compete, and will keep practicing.
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Yoga classes
SNAP is a unique gem of creativity reaching into the community. It is a well kept secret oasis, offering diverse programs and classes. This opens a space for the Yoga class to be offered as an expression of Spirit moving through the body rather than simply "exercise", power or individual achievement of poses. The class is safely guided through asana, breath, energetics and alignment, leading to openness, grace, ease and joy. The silence of Savasana, (final resting pose) allows time to merge body, mind, spirit and drift into meditation - the true purpose of Yoga.
Come and be warmly welcomed into our Yoga class. Bring yourself just as you are and find the delight of a practice dedicated to the Joy of You. You will find a lovely Yoga room, props and space to discover that life IS better with Yoga. Classes are held Thursdays at 10 AM and the fee is only $10.
Let's tell the Secret of Yoga at S.N.A.P.!
Yoga for you
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Other Community Ensembles
SNAP welcomes Pat's Cello Ensemble, first Sundays at 2 PM. Chuck Peck and Phoenix AZ Shakuhachi Friends on first Saturdays at 10 AM. Both sessions are open to new attendees. Call the SNAP office at 480-947-4770 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for more info.
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Private Music Lessons
Private music lessons are offered through Scottsdale Neighborhood Arts Place for all instruments and voice. All instructors are professional musicians dedicated to sharing their knowledge with students of all ages and all levels. They currently perform or teach with such organizations as The Phoenix Symphony, Arizona Opera Orchestra, Arizona State University, Maricopa College District and more.
- Angela Attico - Voice
- Richard Bogen - World Percussion and Guitar
- Mary DiBartolo - Cello
- Constance Jahrmarkt - Violin (Suzuki, Folk, Classical)
- Jill Marderness - Bassoon and Saxophone
- Laura Strickland - Flute
- Erin M. Webber - Oboe and Beginning Piano
For further information, please call Coordinator Jill Marderness at 480-947-4770 or email your request to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Please note: 3% paypal.com fee will be added to the checkout total.
You may also support SNAP through the Compass for your Cause program offered at any BBVA Compass Bank branch.
When you open a new account at Compass, please use Affinity Code 90921 and SNAP will receive a $50 contribution from BBVA Compass for your Cause!
Questions may be directed to Mike Vanek, Sr. Business Relationship Manager at the Scottsdale and Osborn BBVA Compass branch, ph 480-783-6823.
SNAP thanks you and BBVA Compass for your support!
"I am certain of nothing but the holiness of the Heart's affections and the truth of the Imagination."
This statement written by John Keates reflects the vision of the Scottsdale Neighborhood Arts Place. It is our goal to provide a stimulating and supportive space for individuals to explore, express and experience creativity and imagination.
Scottsdale Neighborhood Arts Place, Inc. a 501C3 Corporation,
with an information line of 480-947-4770