Maryse Lebeau & Zack Richard in Brussels - Balboa, Shag & Lindy Hop for all!

Hello Brussels! Have you been missing some Balboa inspiration in Brussels? Have you been craving a cosy setting in which to practise and upgrade your skills? Are you dying to spend some time learning from and together with two people who have been at the forefront of the Balboa and Lindy Hop scenes for several decades? We hope you are, because we're preparing a week long workshop of evening classes and weekend daytime classes with Maryse Lebeau and Zack Richard. We'll work on both Lindy Hop and Balboa with several tracks focussing on different levels and specific thematics, both in couple and solo. In their own words: The O.G. Canadian swing dance couple, Zack and Maryse have a long history of success, by themselves or as coaches. Hailing from Montreal, Canada, they have the peculiar distinction of having founded and spearheaded not only one, but two major swing dance schools: first 88 Swing and then Swing ConneXion. Their number one passion is to make people fall in love with swing dancing and push their boundaries in an inclusive, familial environment. In other words they love nothing more than their students kicking butt and being cool about it. A mix of crazed silliness and laser-like focus on pertinent detail, their teaching has taken them around the world. There's nothing they are more passionate about than sharing their love of dancing... except maybe karaoke! SCHEDULE *TUESDAY* - Solo Routine 1 (18h-19h15): Get ready to unleash your inner dance diva! Zack is here to spice up your week with a sizzling solo routine that'll have you strutting your stuff like a pro. Those of us who are willing and able will take the spotlight over the weekend to perform it! - Balboa Intro 1 (19h20-20h35): Dip your toes into the balmy world of Balboa with this introductory class. Zack and Maryse will be your guides through this wonderful dance's basic steps. - Lindy Hop Intermediate (20h40-21h55): Take your Lindy Hop game up a notch! Join this intermediate class for a groovy journey into the heart of Lindy Hop. Zack and Maryse will help you spice up your rhythm, pump up your partner connection, and add some sizzle to your styling. *WEDNESDAY* - Solo Routine 2 (18h-19h15): Hump day just got a whole lot funkier! Dive back into the solo dance world with Zack, where we'll build up on what we saw on Tuesday! - Balboa Intro 2 (19h20-20h35): This class cranks up the heat, building on the basics with Zack and Maryse as your dance chefs. We will explore more open patterns of what is sometimes called Bal-Swing! - Balboa Int/Adv (20h40-21h55): For the daring souls who crave more Balboa excitement, join Zack and Maryse in this high-energy class. It's a dance firework of advanced techniques, dazzling styling, and tantalizing partner dynamics. *THURSDAY* - Solo Routine 3 (18h-19h15): Thursday's flavor? Solo sensation! Complete the routine, and become solo heroes! - Balboa Intro 3 (19h20-20h35): The Balboa adventure continues! Zack and Maryse are back with a bang, bringing everything together to set you on your hopefully long and fruitful Balboa journey! - Charleston Int/Adv (20h40-21h55): Join Zack and Maryse for an electrifying journey into the world of partner Charleston! Fresh variations and classics blend together to create unique, fun-driven content! *FRIDAY* - Slow Dance Discovery (18h-19h15): Get ready to discover the elegance and flow of slow dancing! Learn graceful moves and intimate connections that will set the mood for unforgettable moments on the dance floor. - Collegiate Shag Discovery (19h20-20h35): After a taste of slow tempos, it's time to crank it up again! Ready for a Friday night fever? Dive headfirst into the exhilarating world of Collegiate Shag with Zack and Maryse. This introductory class will have you bouncing to the rhythm in no time. - Collegiate Shag Int/Adv (20h40-21h55): For those craving a dance challenge, this class is a sizzling pot of Collegiate Shag greatness. Zack and Maryse will turn up the heat with more fun variations and dynamic partner play. *SATURDAY* - 14h-15h15: Balboa - Out and Ins: The Bread and Butter of Balboa - Dive deep into the heart of Balboa with ua as we unveil the secrets of "Out and Ins," the cherished core of Balboa dynamics. Get ready to dance like butter on a hot griddle! - 15h20-16h35: Balboa - Smoothness and Transitions - Let us guide you in creating seamless and smooth Balboa movements, taking fully on our roles as leads, follows and most importantly dancers! - 16h40-17h55: Slow Bal - Embrace the art of slow rhythms and elegant movement in a Slow Balboa dance class that's all about adding a touch of sizzle to your steps and becoming a versatile Balboa dancer. *SUNDAY (Balboa for experienced dancers)* - 13h-14h15: Balboa - Partnership & Connection - Sunday's dance journey begins with the essence of communication in Balboa. Join us for an in-depth exploration of the dance connection that makes Balboa so unique. - 14h20-15h35: Balboa - Variations & Musicality - Elevate your Balboa game with a sprinkle of variations and a dash of musicality. Learn how to modify and adapt classic and less classic moves to suit your purpose! - 15h40-16h55: Balboa - Connection & Flow - Cap off your weekend with a flourish! Get ready for a smooth and electrifying dance experience that will leave you craving more. Let's keep the dance floor sizzling! 🕺💃 PRICE: - One class: 20 euro - Several classes: 15 euro /per class LOCATION: Namahn, Rue de la Limite, 1210 Brussels REGISTRATION: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSenHA2cIJWYmjuGf0Gu4-dMBhppiHkXPPHsHfraaNWVVk6x1g/viewform