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| Saturday 10:30 -11:15 |
Dance Along with Melody Bear
Join Melody Bear and her young dancers as they tell the story of Melody Bear’s journey on her magical swan through an enchanted world of dance. Part performance, part dance class, this taster session will introduce young children to the world of dance. Presented by author and dance teacher, Jill Bridger and based on the Melody Movement early learning syllabus. For children aged 7 years and under. Parents are welcome to stay and watch! |
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| Saturday 10:30 -11:15 |
Dirty Dancing Class
This class will teach you a classic routine inspired by the moves of Dirty Dancing. Bring your friends and get ready to have the time of your life! taught by choreographer Richard Marcel from Tiffany Theatre College. Richard has worked with Madonna, George Michael and Diana Ross and is dance consultant for the BBC series Strictly Dance Fever . |
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| Saturday 10:45 - 11:30 |
Musical Theatre Class
Learn a fantastic musical theatre routine with expert dance teacher David Ball of The Midlands Academy of Dance and Drama. This session will have you dancing a simple and fun routine by the end of the class! David has choreographed for West End and Broadway shows like Cats, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, The Rocky Horror Picture Show and Cabaret.
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| Saturday 10:45 - 11:30 |
Ballroom Class
Let Kerry Bienek and James Goodman (son of Strictly Come Dancing judge Len Goodman) guide you around the floor in this fabulous ballroom class. You don't need to bring a partner, so just come along and get ready to take to the floor in style! |
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Saturday 10:45 - 11:30
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Hip Hop Class
Come and learn some energetic and fresh choreography with Carrie-Anne Ingrouille from The Centre. Carrie-Anne has most recently performed at Breakin' Convention 2007 with Dance 2XS, and has appeared in the Edinburgh cast of the hit show Into The Hoods with Zoo nation. This class is ideal for beginners, people returning to dance and to people who have experienced some of this style before. |
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| Saturday 11:00 - 11:45 |
Learn the Routine: Grease!
This fantastic and fun class is taught by Danielle Crockford, a graduate from Urdang Academy who is currently performing in the West End show! Danielle has also appeared in the feature film Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire and shows Spirit of the Dance and Santa Claus the Musical. |
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Saturday 11:00 - 11:45
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Urban Dance Class
Charlie Bedford fuses hip-hop and grime to create his own unique style. A seamless blend of speed and funk and fun, Charlie is the choreographer for Bristol’s Angels Dance Academy. This hip-hop class is perfect for all levels of hip-hop dancers, so bring in the funk and get going in this session that is fun, achievable, and accessible to all who have a passion for dance! Presented by Future Cheer.
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| Saturday 11:30 -12:15 |
Irish Dance Class
This class will introduce you to some of the basics of Irish dance. Taught by Roisin Mullins, an exceptionally talented young Irish dancer who has performed with Michael Flatley’s Lord of the Dance and represented England at the World Irish Dancing Championships. |
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| Saturday 11:30 -12:15 |
Cheerleading Class
With Jessica from Space City Zoo Cheerleading Squad. Cheerleading has taken the UK by storm and Space City Zoo will teach you some hot cheer moves! Space City Zoo is the award winning squad and this class will demonstrate what happen when dancing and cheerleading coming together, UK style! |
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| Saturday 11:45 - 12:30 |
Freestyle Masterclass
Anna Jones, President and Fellow Examiner of the IDTA will introduce you to a 16 bar Freestyle routine for intermediate and advanced level dancers. This class will include many of the syllabus steps and movements from the Anna Jones Freestyle technique as well as embracing current trends. Expect to learn kicks, spins and contemporary arm and hand movements performed at varying tempos. This session would suit dancers with Freestyle experience, but also dancers with experience in other styles including Jazz, Ballet or Latin. Casual wear and trainers or jazz shoes would be most appropriate for this class. |
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Saturday 11:45 - 12:30
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Hip Hop Class For 12 -16's
Following on from fantastic feedback last year Andy Instone from Urban Strides is back to educate and inspire. Andy breaks down real deal hip hop dance and makes it accessible and fun. Andy has choreographed for hip hop heavyweights Sean Paul and Fat Joe and has worked with the choreographers of Missy Elliot, Mariah Carey, Michael Jackson and Jay-Z. Andy is also artistic director of Urban Strides one of the UK’s leading hip hop dance companies. |
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| Saturday 11:45 - 12:30 |
Latin Ballroom Class with 'Strictly' star Karen Hardy!
Come and enjoy this unique chance to be taught some stunning Latin choreography by Karen Hardy, the fun and vivacious champion of BBC's Strictly Come Dancing 2006! As well as winning the competition with partner Mark Ramprakash, Karen is also an award winning professional dancer, holding an endless list of accolades including World Masters and British National Champion of Latin American Dance. It doesn’t matter your level or experience this class is all about coming along and having a good time, with that little kick of discipline that will make you a better dancer! Karen will let you in on some special tips and tricks along the way and add a dash of Cha Cha and Jive to the mix! Partners provided if you don't have your own. |
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| Saturday 12:00 - 12:45 |
Yoga Ballet Fusion Class
Dancer David Olton’s unique class incorporates elements of yoga, Pilates and dance to energise, strengthen and lengthen the body. A complete mind body spirit class. David has appeared in a host of top West End shows including Fame, Fosse and Cats. |
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Saturday 12:00 - 12:45
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Hip Hop and Krumping Class
All the way from the United States, Nick Gonzalez from Season 2 of So You Think You Can Dance will bring his unique style of street Hip Hop fused with elements of LA Krumping to the UK in this exclusive class. Nick Gonzalez is a master hip hop teacher and has performed with Usher, Omarion and Pitbull and choreographed for the MTV Music Awards. Don't miss this unique chance to dance with one of the dance world's rising superstars. |
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| Saturday 12:30 - 13:15 |
Intermediate Classical Ballet Masterclass
With Lorraine Swain from Masters Performing Arts. For the past 2 years Lorraine has been deputy classical coach for the ‘Billy’ boys in the West End musical Billy Elliott! This class is suitable for intermediate or advanced exam level dancers and the session will be based on artistic interpretation, style and musicality rather than a technical focus.
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| Saturday 12:30 - 13:15 |
Ballroom Dance Class with Strictly Come Dancing's Anton and Erin!
Your chance to dance with TV’s Strictly Come Dancing stars Anton Du Beke and Erin Boag. In this unique class, Anton and Erin will teach a routine from Simply Ballroom, the hit international stage show which they choreographed. Simply Ballroom is celebrating its third year with a brand new touring production and a Universal DVD of the show and Anton and Erin will be signing copies after the class. Don’t miss this special opportunity to dance with one of Britain’s favorite and most talented dancing couples. |
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| Saturday 12:45 - 13:30 |
Contemporary Dance Class
An introductory class in Contemporary technique taught by Nikki O’Hara from Bird College. Nikki has worked with Motionhouse Dance Theatre and is currently working with Wired Aerial Theatre. She has also worked with ITS and has choreographed a number of youth dance companies.
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| Saturday 12:45 - 13:30 |
Musical Theatre Class
If you love musicals this class is for you. Janet Devenish from Stella Mann College takes this upbeat class bound to razzle-dazzle all who join it! Janet has had an incredible career, performing musicals such as 42nd St, Lust and The Baker's Wife. She was also the original Meg Giry in Andrew Lloyd Webber's classic show Phantom of the Opera!
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Saturday 12:45 - 13:30
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‘Fusion Funk’ Class with Rudeye Dance Agency.
International Choreographer and top Pineapple Dance Studios teacher Stuart Bishop from the UK’s no 1 dance agency ‘Rudeye’ will be teaching a ‘Fusion Funk’ class for all levels, a mixture of Hip Hop, Jazz, Locking, Popping and Robotics.
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| Saturday 13:00 - 13:45 |
Belly Dance Class
Talented belly dancer Fleur Estelle teaches you how to belly dance with a breakdown of the basic technique: sharp hip drops, powerful shimmies, sensual snake arms and much much more...Fleur has brought belly dancing to the masses appearing on BBC1's Hustle, alongside Akon on ITV's CD:UK and on BBC2's Strictly Come Dancing: It Takes Two. |
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Saturday 13:00 - 13:45
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American Street Dance and Hip-Hop Class
TKSPIN teach this exciting class introducing new waves of American Street and Hip-hop Dance. TKSPIN have performed with and choreographed for a number of leading artists and companies from Whitney Houston to Alvin Ailey Company. |
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| Saturday 13:30 - 14:15 |
Tap Class
With Phil Thomas, Dance Captain on West End show Mary Poppins and teacher at Urdang Academy. Phil teaches in a range of styles from Tap Dogs, Broadway style, and Hollywood Musical style to contemporary Tap style. This class is ideal for elementary level dancers looking for some fresh moves! |
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| Saturday 13:30 - 14:15 |
Capoeira Class
Part game, part fight, part dance - Capoeira defies classification. Originating on the streets of Brazil, this beautiful movement style is characterised by rhythmic kicks, sweeps and footwork. Join Mestre Ponciano Almeida and Capoeira Group Cordão de Ouro to learn some basics and experience a distinctive Capoeira class with live percussion, singing and a spectacular Capoeira demonstration in the 'roda' (circle). Mestre Ponciano has taken Capoeira to the silver screen, appearing in Harry Potter and The Goblet of Fire and performing on a roof top for the iconic BBC Capoeira idents. |
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| Saturday 13:45 - 14:30 |
Musical Theatre Taster Class for Under 16's
With Ian Meeson of IDTA.
Do you want to be a star on the West End stage? This introduction to the IDTA's Musical Theatre Syllabus is the perfect way to start. Fusing a range different dance styles, you'll learn some of the basics of Musical Theatre and feel prepared to take the first step a towards that spotlight! |
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| Saturday 13:45 - 14:30 |
Latin Ballroom Class with Strictly star Karen Hardy!
Come and enjoy this unique chance to be taught some stunning Latin choreography by Karen Hardy, the fun and vivacious champion of BBC's Strictly Come Dancing 2006! As well as winning the competition with partner Mark Ramprakash, Karen is also an award winning professional dancer, holding an endless list of accolades including World Masters and British National Champion of Latin American Dance. It doesn’t matter your level or experience this class is all about coming along and having a good time, with that little kick of discipline that will make you a better dancer! Karen will let you in on some special tips and tricks along the way and add a dash of Cha Cha and Jive to the mix! Partners provided if you don't have your own. |
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Saturday 13:45 - 14:30
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Urban Strides Hip Hop Class
Following on from fantastic feedback last year Andy Instone is back to educate and inspire. Andy breaks down real deal hip hop dance and makes it accessible and fun. Andy has choreographed for hip hop heavyweights Sean Paul and Fat Joe and has worked with the choreographers of Missy Elliot, Mariah Carey, Michael Jackson and Jay-Z. Andy is also artistic director of Urban Strides one of the UK’s leading hip hop dance companies. |
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| Saturday 14:00 - 14:45 |
Ballet Class
Taught by Elizabeth Greasley. Elizabeth will teach a short solo inspired by a well known Classical Ballet, so you can experience the joy of performing one of these breathtaking roles. Elizabeth trained with the Royal Ballet and English National Ballet and is currently teaching and choreographing for the Tiffany Theatre College. The class is most suitable for students working on inter foundation level or above.
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Saturday 14:00 - 14:45
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Breakdancing Class
This class will introduce you to a series of basic Breakdancing moves and get you started and give you vital advice about the correct warm ups and tip and techniques to help you learn to Breakdance safely. Taught by Barry Edmonds of the British B-Boy Association. |
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| Saturday 14:30 - 15:15 |
Dance UK Professional Masterclass
Classical Ballet with English National Ballet. Part of a programme of classes for professional level dancers. This class will be taught by Choreographer Antony Dowson of English National Ballet. Participants need to have had three years full time training and a familiarity with ballet terminology and technique - Elementary standard. Reccomended clothing: leotard tights and ballet shoes or jazz shoes, leggings/jogging bottoms T shirt and bare feet.
Antony Dowson trained at The Royal Ballet School and has been Principal Dancer with The Royal Ballet, member of the faculty and Head of Dance at English National Ballet School, Guest Teacher with many international companies and schools. Has created roles in works by Ashton, Bintley, MacMillan and Tetley whilst at The Royal Ballet. As a choreographer, Antony has created a huge range of work including English National Ballet School’s end of year performances; National Youth Ballet; The Royal Academy of Dance Gênée competition and Memento for The Royal Ballet’s Inspired by Ashton programme at the Linbury Theatre.
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| Saturday 14:30 - 15:15 |
Strictly Salsa
Strictly Come Dancing choreographer Richard Marcel teaches this fantastic salsa class that will teach you some hot moves, fabulous footwork and of course some sensational spins and styling that will seriously impress on the dance floor. Richard has choreographed many of the professional routines on the hit BBC show, from the groups 'Dirty Dancing' routine to Kylie Minogue's special guest appearance! Your chance to be taught by one of the hottest UK choreographers - this class is not to be missed. |
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| Saturday 14:45 - 15:30 |
Ballet Class
A traditional Ballet class suitable for all ages and abilities focusing on technique taught by Lorraine Razzell, Ballet teacher at Urdang Academy. Lorraine trained at the Royal Academy of Dance in London and is now head of Part Time courses at the Urdang Academy including the popular Urdang Associates.
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| Saturday 14:45 - 15:30 |
Purestar Dance Class
With Kylie Minogue's Dance Captain! Kylie Minogue's Dance Captain and Choreographer Timmy Noble and his fantastic team will bring a fresh dynamic! DO NOT MISS this chance to dance like the stars of MTV. This class will include Purestar's unique brand of up-to-date commercial dance performance, blending energy, inspiration and creative talent to accelerate your chances and give YOU the edge! Prepare to be inspired.....
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Saturday 14:45 - 15:30
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Commercial Dance Class
A unique chance to take a class with choreographer to the stars Gary Lloyd. Gary choreographed the X Factor and American Idol tours and working with top artists including Leona Lewis, Basement Jaxx, Rachel Stevens, Anastasia and Pink. In this class sample Gary's trademark mix of commercial hip hop fused with anything from tango to contemporary theatre! |
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| Saturday 15:00 - 15:45 |
Advanced Tap Class
Janet Devenish from Stella Mann College will take you through lots of tap technique and style in this fun yet challenging class. Janet was an original West End cast member of musical 42nd Street and this tap class will put you through your paces in classic West End style! Perfect for tap dancers with experience looking to hone their technique and add some serious style to their performance.
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Saturday 15:00 - 15:45
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Boy Blue Hip Hop Masterclass
Dancer, choreographer and teacher Kenrick ‘H20’ Sandy is one of the hottest names in Hip Hop dance. His dance troupe Boy Blue has recently been awarded an Olivier Award for Outstanding Achievement and Kenrick himself has choreographed for Nathan, Shystie, Iceberg Slimm and Charli and danced with Dizzee Rascal, The Sugababes, Victoria Beckham, Misteeq. This class will introduce Kenrick’s renowned unique style and offer dancers with some experience a chance to improve your skills and add some creative flair. |
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| Saturday 15:30 - 16:15 |
Lindy Hop Class
Classic partner dancing that will take you back in time with Ryan Francois. A former US Open and American swing dance champion, Ryan has been a popular coach for the last two seasons of Strictly Dance Fever and also choreographed a series of incredible swing and jive routines on BBS's Strictly Come Dancing. He choreographed for the Tony Awards and Swing on Broadway. No need to bring a partner as you will be paired up in the class. |
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| Saturday 15:30 - 16:15 |
All Singing and All Dancing Class
For dancers and singers with some experience, this class will introduce the principles of Integrated Performance and get you on the road to the West End! Including guidance on breathing techniques, Taught by experience teacher and performer Ben Tribe of Urdang Academy. Ben has performed in shows including Cats, Beautiful and Damned, Babes in Arms and My One and Only. |
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| Saturday 15:45 - 16:30 |
Advanced Salsa Class
Learn some exciting Salsa in this fantastic and fun class, perfect for participants with some experience of Salsa or of other dance styles trying Salsa for the first time. Come along and learn some new steps and some fresh stylings. Offering the chance for experienced dancers to improve their technique with one of the country's top teachers and performers led by Laith Sami and his European Champion team, the Diablo Dance Company. |
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| Saturday 15:45 - 16:30 |
Cheerleading Class
Competitive cheerleading meets dance in this exciting class. Future Cheer is the UK’s ultimate competitive cheer and dance competition company. The highly acclaimed Future Cheer instructional staff will take your dance to the next level with elements of precision, speed, visual appeal, and style that is unique to cheerleading will make this class one of the most exciting classes you’ve been to in a LONG time! Don’t let the stereotype of “cheerleader” fool you… this class is HOT so if you think you can hang… Bring it ON!
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Saturday 15:45 - 16:30
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‘Fusion Funk’ Class
International Choreographer and top Pineapple Dance Studios teacher Charlotte Stevens from the UK’s no 1 dance agency ‘Rudeye’ will be teaching a ‘Fusion Funk’ class for all levels, a mixture of Hip Hop, Jazz, RnB, Locking & Popping.
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| Saturday 16:00 - 16:45 |
Tap Class
Whatever your dance background or even if you haven’t done tap before, this class will help you understand the basics and you’ll get addicted! Taught by David Ball of The Midlands Academy of Dance and Drama (MADD). David has performed in shows including Cabaret, Cats and Fred Astaire.
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Saturday 16:00 - 16:45
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ZooNation Hip Hop Class
"One of the UK's hottest young dance companies" The Independent. This creative, high energy class is taught by ZooNation dancers and will introduce you to the company’s distinctive Hip Hop style. ZooNation’s show Into The Hoods was a smash hit at the Edinburgh Festival in both 2006 and 2007. The company have appeared on Graham Norton's 'When Will I be Famous' and on 'Blue Peter' and have also performed as part of Breakin’ Convention at Sadler's Wells. "ZooNation is probably the most high profile theatre company to harness the energy of hip hop dance." The Metro |
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| Saturday 16:30 -17:15 |
Dance UK Professional Masterclass - Hip Hop
With Zoonation's west end show, Into The Hoods, this class will introduce you to some professional level hip hop dance vocabulary and teach the an extract from the show. Suitable for experienced professional level dancers. |
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| Saturday 16:30 -17:15 |
Belly Dance Class
Talented belly dancer Fleur Estelle teaches you how to belly dance with a breakdown of the basic technique: sharp hip drops, powerful shimmies, sensual snake arms and much much more...Fleur has brought belly dancing to the masses appearing on BBC1's Hustle , alongside Akon on ITV's CD:UK and on BBC2's Strictly Come Dancing: It Takes Two. |
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| Saturday 16:45 -17:30 |
Ballet Black Masterclass
Aimed at experienced dancers, this ballet masterclass with Raymond Chai, Ballet Master from Ballet Black offers a unique chance to learn from a world class ballet teacher. Improve your technique and hone your style as Raymond takes your through barre, centre practice, pirouettes and allegro. Raymond has worked as a professional dancer and choreographer and has also been a guest teacher for Matthew Bourne's New Adventures, English National Ballet and Rambert Dance Company. |
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| Saturday 16:45 -17:30 |
Brazilian Samba
A unique chance to be taught the basics of sensational samba dance by the fantastic Monika Molnar who taught lead actress Romola Garai for the Hollywood movie Dirty Dancing 2: Havana Nights. This class will introduce you to the intoxicating rhythms, high energy and rich sensuality of Brazilian dance. |
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Saturday 16:45 -17:30
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American Street Dance and Hip-Hop Class
TKSPIN teach this exciting class introducing new waves of American Street and Hip-hop Dance taught by TK and Spin, founders of Masters of Movement performance troupe. TKSPIN have performed with and choreographed for a number of leading artists and companies from Whitney Houston to Alvin Ailey Company. |
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| Saturday 17:00 - 17:45 |
Tango Basics Class with Bianca Vrcan of Rojo Y Negro.
Bianca is one of the leading teachers, performers and choreographers of Argentine Tango in UK and this introductory class will teach you some of the basics of this dramatic and romantic dance style including the basic hold, how to navigate across the dance floor and traveling to music. Feel free to bring a partner or just come along. |
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Saturday 17:00 - 17:45
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Poppin' & Boogaloo Class
Learn how to contract and relax your body to create some classic poppin’ moves that will amaze your friends. Concentrating on various body parts, this session will expain the basics and introduce a range of moves from angular robotics to fluid body ripples. Taught by Danny Francis from Diva Dance & Dancetronica. Danny is one of the UK’s most successful practitioners of the Poppin’ & Boogaloo Dance styles. |
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| Saturday 17:30 - 18.15 |
Ceroc UK Class
Ceroc is a stylish form of Modern Jive which is a fusion of Salsa and Jive that is easy and fun to learn. Ceroc can be danced to almost any style of music, and this style of dance is a great way to meet people, have fun and keep fit all at once, so come along to this introductory session to get a taste of Ceroc - you'll be addicted! Teacher Tim Sant will put together a Ceroc routine based on 4 foundation moves. By the end of the taster class you should be able to dance the routine through continuously to a piece of music and have grasped the basic theories of lead and follow partner dance. Although this will be a partnered dance class you don’t need to bring a partner to join in. |
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| Saturday 17:30 - 18:15 |
Jazz Class
Direct from the United States, Michelle Alana will be bringing some smooth American Jazz to UK in this exclusive class. Slick, stylish and not to be missed, this class will introduce you to Michelle's distinctive choreography and help you build a range of moves into a smokin' Jazz routine. Michelle is Artistic Director for the Celebrity Dance Competition that has taken America by storm and is set to hit London. |
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| Saturday 17:45 - 18:30 |
Line Dancing Class
Learn some classic wild west steps with a funky twist with legendary line dancing teacher Johnny2Step! Johnny had previously been voted male line dance personality of the year and is a true showman bring line dancing to new audiences across the UK. Johnny ran the British line dancing championships and the British line dance display team, and also took part in the UCWDC world championships in TEXAS and won the title of male diamond showcase world champion. |
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| Saturday 17:45 - 18:30 |
Bollywood Class
Experience a range of Bollywood styles fusing elements of Bhangra, Raasgarba and Street into a fantastic and upbeat class. Taught by dance troupe 'Masti Dance' who have performed on BBC's hit show Hustle and various shows and national dance competitions across the UK and USA. This class will teach you the very latest steps and get you dancing like a Bollywood star!
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Saturday 17:45 - 18:30
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Nike Rockstar Workout House
Nike Rockstar Workout House brings the world the hottest innovation in fitness dance. Over the past 25 years, house dance has been an underground movement with it’s own language, music, moves and culture. Inspired by a recent swell of global interest, Nike Rockstar Workout House blends the athleticism of Nike with the world of house to transport participants through a deeply expressive and heart-pumping journey of music and movement. |
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| Saturday 18:00 - 18:45 |
Jive Taster Class
Taught by Simon Borland of Jive Nation this class will give you a taste of Modern Jive. Modern Jive is a partner dance which is similar to Salsa, but the big difference is that there is less foot-work to worry about and the learning time is much, much quicker. Jive Nation will have you dancing in no time! Whilst Jive is a partner dance, you don't need to bring a partner and expect to dance to the latest chart tracks. Presented by Modern Jive/ Leroc, Stand 194 (Sponsored by How To Jive DVD, Jive Nation). |
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Saturday 18:00 - 18:45
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Breakdancing Class
Breakdancing is creative, athletic and highly improvisational, so once you know the basics, you can make it your own. This session will take you through some simple moves and encourage you to improvise and mix in your own ideas and style so you are ready to battle! Taught by Lana of Diva Dance & Dancetronica.
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| Saturday 18:30 - 19:00 |
Big Dance Class: African Contemporary
An exciting introduction to some of Africa’s most energetic and rhythmical dance movements combined with the grace of the latest contemporary techniques. The class is tailored for anyone with a passion for dance and accompanied by live drums. Taught by a teacher from Dance Challenge. This class is presented by Big Dance 2008, a week long celebration of dance organised by the Mayor’s Office and will be held in London from 5th-13th July 2008. |
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| Saturday 18:30 - 19:00 |
Strictly Salsa
Strictly Come Dancing Choreographer Richard Marcel teaches this fantastic salsa class that will teach you some hot moves, fabulous footwork and of course some sensational spins and styling that will seriously impress on the dance floor. Richard has choreographed many of the professional routines on the hit BBC show, from the groups 'Dirty Dancing' routine to Kylie Minogue's special guest appearance! Your chance to be taught by one of the hottest UK choreographers. |
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