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Instructors
Ben Brown
Ashley Sparks
Ashley Sparks
Owner / Instructor
Sifu Ben Brown has been practicing martial arts for over 22 years. He is a 3rd degree black belt in Wu Shen Pai Kenpo and a black sash in Tai Chi Ch'üan. Ben has been teaching both kids and adults classes for 14 years and ran a youth program in Las Vegas for 10 years prior to moving to Kirksville.
“Martial arts have
Owner / Instructor
Sifu Ben Brown has been practicing martial arts for over 22 years. He is a 3rd degree black belt in Wu Shen Pai Kenpo and a black sash in Tai Chi Ch'üan. Ben has been teaching both kids and adults classes for 14 years and ran a youth program in Las Vegas for 10 years prior to moving to Kirksville.
“Martial arts have been a passion of mine since childhood. It is more than something I do- it is part of who I am and something I am passionate about passing on. Kenpo isn’t just punches and kicks- there is a focus on developing strength of character and my relationship with my students goes well beyond the mats.”
Ashley Sparks
Ashley Sparks
Ashley Sparks
Owner / Instructor
Ashley Sparks has been teaching and performing Middle Eastern (Belly)dance for over 20 years. Her passion lies in connecting movement and musicality- the idea that a dancer is the physical manifestation of the music. Her classes focus on teaching muscle isolations, strength, grace, and control while sharing an appreciat
Owner / Instructor
Ashley Sparks has been teaching and performing Middle Eastern (Belly)dance for over 20 years. Her passion lies in connecting movement and musicality- the idea that a dancer is the physical manifestation of the music. Her classes focus on teaching muscle isolations, strength, grace, and control while sharing an appreciation of music and culture.
Ashley's passion for dance extends to multiple partner dance styles (Brazilian Zouk, Swing, Lindy Hop, Bachata, Salsa, Blues) and the connection and community found on the social dance scene.
Alathea Barks
Ashley Sparks
Alathea Barks
Instructor
Alathea Barks has been dancing with Ashley for over 16 years. Her class (Fit & Flirty) is focused on health, friendship, and feeling good in your body. The class includes stretching for pain management and flexibility, fun cardio dances for heart and health, and some flirty choreography inspired by burlesque dance.
Our Mission
Smooth Moves Studios is a movement art space that offers a variety of classes and events. We aim to build community while promoting overall wellness and artistic expression through movement. Our instructors are passionate about what they do and work hard to offer high quality instruction in a fun and inclusive atmosphere. At Smooth Moves Studios, we strive to use our space not just for learning and entertainment, but to create opportunities for growth, connection, and friendship. Welcome to the Smooth Moves community!
The Studio Space
Our studio is about 1300sq ft with 46' of mirrors and a floating floor that is gentle on the joints. Come check it out!
Rejuvenate Wellness Center
Smooth Moves shares a building with Rejuvenate Wellness Center. Here we offer salt floats, massage therapy, infrared sauna sessions, and more! You can view our services, pricing, and book online via the link below: