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WHAT'S
IN IT FOR THE LEADERS?
Moves!
Leaders can always use more variety to their dancing to keep the followers
interested. But beyond moves, learning the basics of what makes up patterns will
help the leaders understand dancing better and move towards making up their own
patterns or expressions of the music.
WHAT'S
IN IT FOR THE FOLLOWERS?
Instructions
are usually directed towards the leaders when learning patterns. So, what's in
it for the followers? Well,
in addition to breaking down the leaders directions, the followers are
instructed on where and how to move with each pattern.
Their footwork is also broken down when the patterns require more than the basic
step. This gives essential insight into the kinds of movements that they are
expected to do, and how to best follow the lead. Following the lead of a variety
of dancers make you more versatile and allows you to have more fun dancing with
any type of dancer.
HOW DO THE
CLASSES WORK?
Classes
appeal to a wide range of dancers. For the beginners, all classes start with the
basic step, so that people just starting out can learn the step and participate
in the dancing later to get more practice.
The first part of the lesson typically includes the basic footwork and rhythym,
and a single turn for the followers. Following
that, several patterns are usually taught, which employ the basics and also go
beyond to new types of moves.
Often times both a beginning and intermediate pattern are taught. People
attending the class do NOT need to have a partner or sign up ahead for
registration. You may purchase the workshop or
drop-in, and we change partners often, so that you can experience dancing with a
variety of people, which is very helpful for improving your skills.
Intermediate dancers will benefit from the classes by learning new patterns each
week. Patterns are rarely repeated, so
that by attending classes regularly, leaders can build a large repertoire of
moves.
Similarly, followers learn the kinds of things to expect while dancing, as well
as tips for following intricate moves.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR THE LEADERS AND FOLLOWERS BOTH?
Both partners will learn more detail about patterns, as well as hints for
leading and following certain moves well. Learning more of the patterns and the
nuances of each of them will lead to your ability to lead/follow with any
dancer.
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