8:00-8:30pm, Pre-Dance Lesson: "A Turning Waltz Taster", with Ari & Alyssa
This informative 1/2 hour lesson will give you all of the tools you'll need to get started mastering the fundamentals of the turning waltz basic. A great introduction to the dance for beginners, and a wonderful review of the concepts for the more advanced dancers (who may also consider taking the class in 'role-reversal' mode to challenge themselves further). Please get there a few minutes early as we will start promptly at 8pm as scheduled. Stay for the "Fabulous Friday Dance" to follow from 8:30 on.
- LOCATION: Om Culture, 2210 N. Pacific St, Seattle, WA
- COST: Lesson & Dance $10 (cash or check at the door only)
- 8:30-10:45pm: Stay & Enjoy the "Fabulous Friday Mixed Dance" at Om Culture
- 10:45-12am: Linger for the "Late Night Lyrical Dance Set"...
---------------- SATURDAY MORNING & AFTERNOON, June 9th -------------------
1) 10:00am - 12:15pm: MORNING WORKSHOP #1: “The Fluid Language of Waltz”, with Ari & Alyssa
In this two-hour session, you will learn the secrets of effortless movement and flow in your dance, and then expand your horizons in a way that that will allow you to create, play, and innovate effortlessly with any dancer at any level (BONUS: these are concepts that can easily be applied to any style you do, not just waltz). Level: Non-novice Beg/Int (basic waltz steps and partnering skills assumed)
A) 10:00-11:00 Doing it with a “Latin” Twist...
In this class, you'll learn how to both blend some fun Latin stylings into your favorite cross-step waltz patterns and how to spice up your waltz by transforming salsa moves into beautiful flowing Waltz variations.
B) 11:15-12:15 Setting it Free - An Intro to Fluid "Fusion" Waltz
Fusion waltz is a beautiful dynamic free-flowing waltz form that utilizes connection & energetics more than rote steps, but can also borrow moves from latin, swing, balboa, blues, or any other of your favorite dance styles and blend them into the graceful flowing movements & rhythms that we recognize as waltz. It's easy to learn and lots of fun to do! (CLICK HERE to see an example of fusion waltz with Ari & Alyssa).
- - LUNCH - -(on the town, 12:15-2pm)Bring your own, or join us for a group sit-down meal locally
2) 2:00 - 4:15pm: AFTERNOON WORKSHOP #2: Fabulous Cross-Step Waltz Combo's
Learn some fun new steps and combinations to take your cross-step waltz to the next level. (Level: Non-novice Beg/Int. Basic waltz steps and partnering skills assumed)
A) 2:00-3:00 "Raveling & Traveling Cross-Step"
These are fun, flowing combinations that allow you to both rotate and travel.
B) 3:15-4:15 "Shadow's, Spins, & Rollaways"
These are combinations that put the "Aaah" into your dance, and will add fun intricate motions to your steps. Great for follow's styling as well!
- LOCATION: The Century Ballroom, 915 East Pine St., Seattle, WA (2nd Floor)
- 10:00am-12:00pm: Workshop as per above
- 12:00-2:00pm: Lunch on your own or with group members (many local options available)
- 2:00-4:00pm: Workshop as per above
- 5:30-7:00pm: Join us for a GROUP DINNER @ McMenamin's Anderson School, 18607 Bothell Way, NE., Bothell, WA (We will meet at the tables outside the "Woodshop". CLICK HERE for the website)
At the Sons of Norway Hall (Bothell)
Just show up at the doorCome "festive" for the lesson & danceFeel free to bring a treat to share with the group for the dance
7:30-8:00pm, Pre-Dance Lesson: "Sliding & Gliding Waltz Variations", with Dean Patton
This 1/2 lesson will get you started with the basics of waltz. Please get there a few minutes early as we will start promptly at 7:30pm as scheduled. Stay for the fabulous "Waltz of the Roses" Ball to follow!
- LOCATION: Bothell Sons of Norway Hall, 23905 Bothell-Everett Hwy, Bothell, WA (plentiful free parking available)
- COST: $15
- 8-11pm: "Waltz of the Roses Ball", featuring the Valse Cafe Orchestra (Come Festive!)
3) 10:00am-12:00pm: MORNING WORKSHOP #3: “The Art of the Fast Waltz”
Explore the art of faster Rotary & Viennese style waltz's in the this fun, hands-on workshop that will well-prepare you for the Waltz Cafe this afternoon. Please get there a few minutes early as we will start promptly at 10am as scheduled. (Level: Non-novice Beg/Int. Basic waltz steps and partnering skills assumed)
A) 10:00-10:55am "The Effortless Art of Rotation"
In this class, we'll quickly review the fundamentals of faster rotary turns and add a few fun variations in for spice...
B) 11:00am-12:pm: "The Magic of Viennese Waltz"Taking it up a notch, we'll explore some of the wonderful steps and styling that make the Viennese Waltz the "grand dame"of the waltz family. The perfect way to prepare for some of Seattle's upcoming Waltz Balls, or for "Waltz Week in Vienna" 2018
- LOCATION: The Century Ballroom, 915 East Pine St., Seattle, WA (2nd Floor, Free street parking on Sunday. Plan to stay for lunch and the "Waltz Cafe" dance after the workshop)
- 10:00am-12:00pm: Workshop as per above
- 12:00-1:00pm: Lunch on your own or with group members (many local options available)
- 1:00-3:30pm: Stay & Enjoy the fabulous "Waltz Cafe" Tea Dance in the Main Ballroom (Cost: $9)
- 3:30-5:00pm: Join us for a no-host "Happy Hour" & social at the Tin Door restaurant (Century Ballroom)
6:30-7:30pm, Pre-Dance Lesson: "Introductory Waltz Class"
Come and enjoy an introductory waltz class. Stay for the "Waltz eclectic" dance to follow from 7:30-9:30pm.
- LOCATION: Lake City Community Center, 12531 28th Ave NE., Seattle, WA (Free parking on the street)
- COST: Lesson & dance $10 (cash or check at the door)
- 6:30-7:30pm: Stay & Enjoy the "Waltz Eclectic" Community Dance from 7:30-9:30pm afterwards