This week’s class will begin with a great focus on Footwork Technique which is fundamental to the dance language of House dance. Coordination and variations of steps closely connected to rhythm-work, weight management and groove is practiced through repetition with the purpose of moving from mind to body memory.
The participants are introduced to methods for practising the technique, so that the final intention of Freestyling/improvising can be explored during the last 2 days of the week. Dancers new to the style will need to be present for the first part of the week to benefit from the final days of classes. Dancers already familiar with House dance vocabulary may join from mid week on.
We will be working with a 360 degree awareness as House is commonly practiced in a Cypher. Participants will be challenged to apply direction, level changes (including light floor work), use of space, rhythm- and tempo variations. The final two days of the week, we will focus on the exchange with the other participants. The freedom of expression (of music and emotions) is the joy we reach for through exploring House as a social dance and a conversation between the participants.
Be willing to sweat and bring sneakers/running shoes.
The classes are held at Dansehallerne, Franciska Clausens Plads 27 DK-1799 Copenhagen V in Studio 3.
Getting there
Studio 3 is located on the ground floor with step-free access from the main entrance.
Continue straight on towards the changing rooms next to the Foyer. Studio 3 is located at the bottom right corner.
Dansehallerne has an elevator with step-free access to all floors. Accessible and gender-neutral toilets and wardrobes are available on the ground floor.
We kindly ask you to arrive 15 minutes prior to class in time for check-in with the QR code on your ticket in the Foyer.
All members can participate in Dansehallerne’s training activities – a year-round program with approximately 5 days of training per week and now also workshops every other week. This is for all professional members regardless of background in dance training, and it is also possible to participate in a drop-in class.
International guests can participate in training for free for up to 1 month. If you have comments or good tips for the training program, you can always send an email to the curators.
