NOVICE LEVEL
(5:30pm)
TWO STEP SECRETS
Step into the rhythm of country music with our six-week novice-level country two-step class! Designed specifically for beginners, this course offers a friendly and supportive environment where you can learn the basics of country two-step, a popular partner dance that’s a staple in country bars, dance halls, and social gatherings across the nation. This course is the perfect starting point for anyone looking to get started on “the right foot.”
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:
The rhythm and timing of country two step * The basic steps * Variety of Movements * The core left and right turns * Better leading and following
Review of basic steps and turns * Understanding the horizontal approach * Core variations and hand changes
The Three Assumptions * Breaking The Assumptions * Variations
Blending Variations * Extending Patterns * Core variations and hand changes
Weaves: A Whole New Level * The Inside Weave * Alignments
Review All Material * Blending Through Lead And Follow* Course Completion And Next Steps
Have to miss a class? Forgot a move you learned? No problem!
Get the video recaps of every class from the entire series. Yours to keep and review forever.
Who Should Enroll:
This class is ideal for beginners with no previous dance experience as well as those looking to clean up the fundamentals in country two-step. You may enroll alone or as part of a couple, making it perfect for singles looking to meet new people, as well as couples wanting to learn something fun together.
- Thursdays, July 18th to August 22nd
- Every Week 5:30pm CST
- 25323 I-45, The Woodlands, TX 77380
INTERMEDIATE
(6:15pm)
NEXT LEVEL TWO STEP
Step up your Two Step game with our 6-week Intermediate Country Two-Step Dance Class! Designed for dancers who are already comfortable with the basics of two-step, this course aims to refine your skills, add intricate patterns to your repertoire, and introduce dynamic techniques that will make you stand out on any dance floor. If you are familiar with the basic steps, rhythms, and turns of Two Step, this class is your next step forward.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:
Review of the basic steps and turns and elevate your two-step with advanced expansions that adds fluidity and style to your dance.
Expand on the core turns and movements and add cool variations and hand changes.
Two Step is more than just left and right turns. We will cover other cool moves such as checks and weaves.
If you’re going to dance Two Step, we are going to need you to be comfortable both leading and following turns.
The next step up for Two Step moves. We will be introduced to more advanced material such as lariats and syncopations.
Review All Material. Blending Through Lead And Follow. Course Completion And Next Steps
Have to miss a class? Forgot a move you learned? No problem!
Get the video recaps of every class from the entire series. Yours to keep and review forever.
Who Should Enroll:
This class will be taught with the assumption that the students are comfortable with the basic steps, rhythms, and turns of Two Step and are ready to advance to the intermediate level. It should be noted that we teach Traditional Two Step which is counted as “Quick Quick Slow Slow” with the feet passing. If you dance Two Step counted as “2 with the left, 1 with the right” or “Triple step, step”, it may be better to enroll on level 1 before attending this class.Â
- Thursdays, July 18th to August 22nd
- Every Week 6:15pm CST
- 25323 I-45, The Woodlands, TX 77380
NOV TO INT
(7:00pm)
WEST COAST SWING SECRETS
One of the most versatile of all partnered dances, WCS is perfect for any type of music and is popular at country dancehalls. If you’ve tried WCS and never “got it” or are just getting started, this course is for you. In this program, you will learn a little known secret approach that will make everything you learn from this point forward 10x easier. The truth is that learning to dance WCS is not as complicated as some make it out to be.Â
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:
Learn the basic concepts of WCS, including the slot, the 3 sections, intentions, and then onto your first category… the side passes
You’ll learn a second category of WCS moves, rolling passes
While sometime people learn the Sugar Push first, the pushes is an entire category of moves with a similar concept
NOW were stepping it up a notch, Introducing a core element of West Coast Swing, the whip patterns and variations. This is also your first introduction to 8 count patterns and the hidden structure that makes them work!
The final category of WCS moves is the Wrap In and Out. There are many cool moves in this category. Once you complete this class, you will have a full understanding of how WCS really works in full.
Review All Material. Blending Through Lead And Follow. Course Completion And Next Steps
Have to miss a class? Forgot a move you learned? No problem!
Get the video recaps of every class from the entire series. Yours to keep and review forever.
Who Should Enroll:
This class will be taught by going through the fundamentals of how West Coast Swing REALLY works and then progress through dozens of variations. This class is perfect for anyone of any level … beginner through professional!
- Thursdays, July 18th to August 22nd
- Every Week 7:00pm CST
- 25323 I-45, The Woodlands, TX 77380
NOVICE LEVEL
(7:45pm)
COUNTRY SWING SECRETS
Country Swing is the fastest growing type of dance in the world… of any style, in any genre. Sure, there are a lot of YouTube videos out there. Unfortunately, most just teach moves and few are taught by professional instructors. In this course, you will learn how it REALLY works and will learn a simple process that will make it smooth so you can look and feel good on the dance floor to both you and your dance partner.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:
Contrary to what many people think, Country Swing is more than just kids pushing, pulling, dipping, and spinning each other! Here you will learn the basic structure, timing, and flow of a cool dance.
Expand on the core turns and movements and add cool variations and hand changes.
More than just turning back and forth, this is where it begins to really become fun.
Now that you have some moves under your belt, we will take some time to smooth everything out, make it feel good, and keep from having that stereotypical “jerky” look
Could we really even call it country swing without adding a dip or two? These will be simple, easy to do dips that anyone can learn.
Review All Material. Blending Through Lead And Follow. Course Completion And Next Steps
Have to miss a class? Forgot a move you learned? No problem!
Get the video recaps of every class from the entire series. Yours to keep and review forever.
Who Should Enroll:
Whether you have danced Country Swing or not, this course will focus on first understanding how the dance really works and then will take you through a series of core moves that you can use on any dance floor with any partner. The unique approach will make learning fun and easy.
- Thursdays, July 18th to August 22nd
- Every Week 7:45pm CST
- 25323 I-45, The Woodlands, TX 77380
