Seattle Dance Classes (Feb-Mar)
For full class descriptions, see the "Class Descriptions" page
FIVE MONDAYS's: (Feb 27-Mar 26) PLEASE NOTE: The MONDAY NIGHT classes are held at our new KIRKLAND Studio (Details sent upon registration)
MONDAY THEME: "Introduction to dance and dance connection!", CLASS LEVEL: Beginning
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7:00-8:00: "Blues Foundations - The Art of Partnering & Play" - Learn the true art of partner dancing with this fun blues-based introduction to dance framework, lead/follow connection, and energy as it applies to all forms of dance! Perfect for both beginning dancers or experienced dancers who want to focus on partnering and connection while learning a whole lot more about the blues....
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8:15-9:15: "Traveling Blues" (movin' & groovin' on the floor) - Learn how to rotate, move, and stretch across the dance floor with higher energy steps and combinations as you would see in "ballrooming" blues! Great to take in conjunction with the 7pm "Blues Foundations" class. CLICK HERE to see an example of the kind of fun and play you can have with travelin' blues.
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9:15-9:45 Guided practice and social.
FIVE TUESDAY's: (Feb 28-Mar 27), plus free practica until 10:00pm. PLEASE NOTE: The TUESDAY NIGHT classes are held at China Harbor (See directions below)
TUESDAY THEME: "Let's invent!", CLASS LEVEL: Intermediate (some basic dance experience required)
- 7:00-8:00: "Ari's Waltz Creations for Int/Adv Dancers" - Add such original steps as the "Barber's Combover", the "Seat Belt", the "Neck Strap", the "Double Dutch", the "Copa Catch", "The Turbine" and the "Maypole" to your cross-step repertoire! Perfect for int/adv level waltzers. CLICK HERE to see an example of Ari's "fusion" waltz
- 8:15-9:15: "Night Club 2-Step: Fun Combinations" - Learn a variety of fun, innovative combinations from Ari's library of moves and inventions; beautiful, flowing, and elegant as always. Perfect for int/adv level NC2S-ers. CLICK HERE to see an example of NC2S.
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9:15-10:00: Join us for our Tuesday Night Dance Practice at China Harbor (FREE) See UPCOMING DANCES for details.
FIVE WEDNESDAY's: (Feb 29-Mar 28) PLEASE NOTE: The WEDNESDAY NIGHT classes are held at our EASTLAKE Studio (Details sent upon registration)
WEDNESDAY THEME: "Focus on Connection!", CLASS LEVEL: All Levels
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7:00-8:00: "Blues - Fun & Play With Poly-Rhythms" - This session we will play with multiple rhythms and pulses happening concurrently in our partnering -- skills especially applicable to blues waltz. You will also learn the quiet art of lead/follow connection and the ability for both partners to lead and listen concurrently to each other and to the music -- the hallmark of great BLUES dancers! Designed for dancers of all levels.
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8:15-9:15: "Swinging Outside The Box! (Focusing on Musicality & Creativity)" -Improvisation begins with great connection -- to your partner and to the music. Learn to create musical phrases and conversations through your body that match the rhythms and breaks in the music. An essential class for developing the art of higher energy swing connection and the ability to lead or respond to 'powered-up' movement while connecting to the music -- the hallmark of great SWING dancers! Ideal to take in conjunction with the 7pm "Blues Poly-Rhythms" class. CLICK HERE to take a look at a youtube video of our swing teaser.
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9:15-9:45 Guided practice and social.
LOCATION:
- All Monday classes will be held a private studio/residence in Kirkland (near Totem Lake). Directions and parking details will be sent following registration. Doors open at 6:45. Come early to sign in, change shoes, stretch, warm up, etc.
- All Tuesday classes will be held at China Harbor, 2040 Westlake Ave N., Seattle, WA. There is plenty of free parking available. Doors to the dance hall open at 6:45. Come early to sign in, change shoes, stretch, warm up, etc. China Harbor has a full bar and dinner menu as well.
- All Wednesday classes will be held at a private studio/residence in the Eastlake Neighborhood of Seattle (just off I-5, at the intersection of I-5 & 520). Directions and parking details will be sent following registration. Doors open at 6:45. Come early to sign in, change shoes, stretch, warm up, etc.
COST:
Each class session includes over 5 hrs of instruction, 2.5 hrs of guided practice, and admission to the Tuesday Night Dance Practice at China Harbor!
TO REGISTER & PAY: Click on the "Registration" button in the menu on the top left side of this page to go to the Registration Page.
Payment can be made from the Payment page using PayPal or a credit card, or by check sent by mail, or paid at the door just before the first class. Payment by check will help you to avoid the additional online PayPal surcharge.
Class size is limited, so register early!
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"After understanding the importance of connection, Ari began teaching me how to have a conversation without words; to listen to the lead and to the music and to recognize opportunities for back-leading and interjecting my own expression. When done fluidly, the conversation goes back and forth and truly becomes a creation of two dancers. This is why Ari’s lessons are so important for both leads and for follows. It is this understanding of 'close-connection' that will not only make you a better dancer, but more importantly, a better dance-partner. For this reason, I highly encourage you to attend his classes and experience this kind of connection for yourself."
-- W.E., Sept 2010
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Swing, Blues, Balboa, Lindy, WCS, Night Club 2-Step, Hustle, Waltz (Rotary, Cross-Step, Fusion, Viennese), Foxtrot, Salsa, Merengue, Cha cha, Rhumba, One-Step, Styling, Connection, Lifts & Drops, and more! |
