About this Event
3 days
8h a day
max 12 people
price 450$
level 1
GOALS
The focus for Module I is on understanding the music, the dance, the history and providing the
trainee with the right tools to teach Kizomba.
Module II is very practical and very hands on in terms of the dance. This module is focused on
developing dance skills while at the same time gaining the ability to teach intermediate and
eventually advanced classes, depending on the attendee’s progression.
TARRAXINHA
Leading & following technique: creating natural movement
Using fundamentals to break free from patterns
Applying posture and body movement on creative elements
Footwork vs Hip Work
Subtle indications, expressions and signals
Conveying information while considering nowadays styles and fusions
Practice time
GINGA
Ginga for ladies (aka lady styling)
Ginga for men (aka man Styling)
Ginga for partners (joint learning)
How to apply ginga in your dance: connection, disconnection and solos
How to teach ginga: joining technique with fun
Bringing energy and charisma to the dance
Practice Time
3
KIZOMBA
Kizomba Vs Semba
From a connection to a disconnection point of view
What elements are more appropriate for Kizomba depending on the type of music
Appropriate footwork, body movement, timing, rhythm and expression
How to set up your own creative elements
Practice time
SEMBA
Semba Social
Semba Show
Semba tricks
Playing with footwork
Developing style and creativity
Conveying information
Practice time
WRAPING UP
Preparing a demo
Teaching a class as a group: how to complement each other
Exam: preparing an intermediate class with creative elements
Dance Styles
Kizomba (33%)
Semba (33%)
Tarraxinha (33%)
Organizer
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