Micro-Rhythms, Connection, and Starter Steps for West Coast Swing
Saturday, May 13, 2023, 01:00pm - Saturday, May 13, 2023, 04:30pm
Micro-Rhythms, Connection, & Starter Steps
for West Coast Swing
Workshop, Practice, and Class Night Out
on Saturday, May 13, 2023
1:00-4:30pm
Norwalk, CT
Understanding where movement comes from and how it influences your partner is essential to being a good leader or follower. This workshop is developed using three aspects to create a great dance: micro-rhythms, connection, and starter steps. This is a foundational aspect of West Coast Swing which can help any dancer improve.
Health Policy
We strive to balance providing a safe environment and a normal social setting. The following policy is subject to change at any time. By attending any of our classes/privates/events, you agree to this health policy. Effective May 26, 2025:
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Common Sense Health: If you are not feeling well, please do not come to dance class.
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Health Cooperation: Students will cooperate with any health requests from Erik Novoa, guest instructor, or staff (e.g., using hand sanitizer, using a mask, stepping outside to address a health issue, etc.).
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Registration: You must pre-register for these classes (see below). We do not have the staff to process credit cards or cash on-site for these classes.
Schedule:
1:00-4:00pm - Micro-Rhythms, Connection, and Starter Steps (Beginner and up)
This workshop intensive will be segmented into three parts (with short breaks in between each part):
Micro-Rhythms: This will explore how we use subtle movement to create a bond with our partner. That bond helps leaders and followers attach themselves in a way that seems "telepathic," which then creates the social solidarity necessary for good connection.
Connection: This section will expand on the idea of micro-rhythms to the development of lead-follow connection and application of movement.
Starter Steps: This will utilize the knowledge of micro-rhythms and connection to create various starter steps.
4:00-4:30pm - Practice Time
Practice what you learned.
5:00pm - Class Night Out
All attendees are invited to join us for dinner at a local restaurant (and maybe going to a local dance). This is a separate cost.
Pricing:
One Price: Includes all workshops & practice. Each workshop builds upon the prior lesson.
$45: by Sunday, April 16
$55: by Thursday, May 11
$60: from Friday, May 12 to Saturday, May 13
Registration/Check-in:
Your Instructor:
Erik Novoa: 3-time US Open West Coast Swing finalist and 2-time Hustle national champion
Find out more about Erik Novoa
Location
Dance Dimensions
15 Cross Street
Norwalk, CT
Important Location information:
Dance Dimensions is located on Route-1 (Cross Street) in the same shopping area as these other establishments: Brain Balance, Dogs Gone Smart, and Goodwill.
Parking Area
There is plenty of parking adjacent to Dance Dimensions. The parking area is well lit and marked. Please park closer to the entrance because that will place you closer to the studio entrance.
