West Coast Swing with Stanislav Ivanov
Saturday, June 24, 2023, 04:30pm - Saturday, June 24, 2023, 11:00pm
West Coast Swing with Stanislav Ivanov
Workshops and Dance
Saturday, June 24, 2023
Norwalk, CT
4:30 - 8:00pm: Workshop
8:00 - 11:00pm: Dance Party
In the West Coast Swing world, there are now two paths to enter the Champions level. The first is by winning a choreographed-routine division at the U.S. Open. The other is by attaining enough points through the Jack & Jill system—creating an improvised dance with a randomly selected partner and music. Both paths are exceptionally challenging and require substantial expertise to achieve.
Since Stanislav Ivanov started dancing West Coast Swing in 2013, he has taken the scene by storm. In that time, he has done what few dancers have dared to accomplish—reaching the Champions division through the Jack & Jill point system. Within 10 years, he placed out of Newcomer (March 2013), Novice (September 2013), Intermediate (November 2014), Advanced (May 2017), and All-Star (April 2023) in a division of improvisational, random-partnered competitions. Stanislav's accomplishment is a unique achievement and demonstrates that he is an expert-level dancer who has danced his way into the Champions division.
In these workshops, Stanislav will guide you through developing a dance from its most elemental "Newcomer" form to its most polished "Champion" level look.
Important Information
We strive to balance providing a safe environment while returning to a normal social setting. The following policy is subject to change at any time in the event of new guidance issued by the CDC, state, or local governments. By attending any of our classes/privates/events, you agree to this health policy. Effective January 1, 2024:
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Common Sense Health: 1) If you are not feeling well, please do not come to dance class. 2) If you've been in a high-density environment (plane, wedding, conference), it would be appreciated if you took a home-COVID test before your 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 will not be touching credit cards or cash for these classes.
Schedule:
Private Lessons (45 min) with Stanislav
Please register for your private below. Your registration only covers the floor fee ($20). Once registered, arrangements will be made to pay Stanislav for the private lesson directly ($100 for 45 min).
12:00 - 12:45pm - Taken ED
12:45 - 1:30pm - Taken JR
1:30 - 2:15pm - Taken LK
2:15 - 3:00pm - Taken PO & AH
3:00 - 3:45pm - Taken DE
4:15pm - Check-in and Arrival
During our check-in process we will have you sign a waiver (if this is your first time at the studio) and ask you to wash your hands. Some food and drinks will be provided.
4:30pm - Workshop 1: Creating the Perfect Social Dance
In this workshop, Stanislav will guide you through creating a perfect social dance by using classic and clean movements. This class will focus on technique and connection to create a series of patterns that a newcomer and novice dancer would use. This workshop will be the foundation for subsequent lessons.
5:30pm - Workshop 2: Making Your Social Dance Shine
This workshop will show you how to make your perfect social dance shine by adding more challenging elements and showing you how to make simple patterns "pop" with excitement.
6:30pm - Dinner Break (30 min)
Food and beverages will be provided. Feel free to bring any contribution to our dinner table.
7:00pm - Workshop 3: From Social Dance to Winning Dance
In this workshop, Stanislav will show you how to take the "perfect social dance" that you learned in the first workshop and turn it into a winning dance. This workshop will focus on creating interesting shapes and photographic moments.
8:00-11:00pm - West Coast Swing Dance Party
Dance for fun or try what you learned. This is your moment to shine! Let's have a great time dancing together!!
Pricing:
Special Price: Includes all workshops & dance
$50: by Wednesday, May 31
$60: by Sunday, June 18
$70: Monday, June 19 through Saturday, June 24
Dance Only: For those not taking any workshops
$20 for the Dance only
Check-in
Please check-in for the Stanislav Ivanov Workshop & Dance within 48 hours of the event.
Your Instructor: Stanislav Ivanov
Stanislav has been dancing ever since he was nine. He started with ballroom dancing first and competed in 10 dance in "International style." Eventually, Stanislav turned Professional and concentrated only in "Pro International Latin" and won multiple Ballroom dance competitions. In 2012, he became interested in social dances like Salsa, and finally started his West Coast Swing journey in 2013. After Stanislav started West Coast Swing, he couldn’t stop. He enjoys the versatility of the dance, bringing new emotions, options for musicality, and styling to every dance. He is known for his musicality, smooth movement, and great connection with his partners.
Stanislav is the highest "All-Star" level dancer and has won 20 All-Star Jack & Jill competitions ("Most 1st places" in the world) and has 306 All-Star competition points, the most in the world! Also, Stanislav has won 22 "All-Star Strictly Swing" competitions and finished 2nd in the most recent US Open in the Open Strictly Swing.
Having achieved all there is to achieve in All-Star competitions, Stanislav recently moved to the Champions division for future competitions.
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.
