Tuesdays April-May
FOUNDATIONS OF BACHATA
7-8:30pm (90 minute classes)
In this 8 week course, you will:
Develop a variety of basic steps
Learn the fundamental elements of Bachata music
Develop the roots of connection that allow you to both lead and follow a variety of basic steps
Please note: All dancers will learn both roles regardless of gender
Utilize weight transfer to improve leading and following
Use the elements of Bachata music to cultivate musicality in partnerwork
Apply various break steps and body movements to cultivate personal style
Practice and apply social norms of dance within partnerwork
Appreciate the Dominican roots of Bachata
These courses do NOT use pattern-based learning, as memorized patterns can prohibit creativity. You will learn the foundational elements of Bachata and will learn to create your own style of dancing using those basics, variations, and concepts of musicality.
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This class is taught by Jessica Taylor, owner of For the Love of Bachata.
She has an extensive background in educational psychology and methodology plus 15 years of professional teaching experience as a Spanish teacher. She has taught all ages and believes deeply in every person’s ability to learn with the right learning experience plus patience and support.
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Time: 7:00pm-8:30 pm
Location: Allegheny RiverTrail Park, 285 River Ave Pittsburgh PA 15215 (Off Freeport Rd in Aspinwall)
Free parking inside park, public restrooms
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NOT READY TO COMMIT TO 8 WEEKS?
A 4-week trial is available. Use code “4WEEKTRIAL” at checkout to pay 50% of the cost of the course now. If you want to stay for the 2nd half, you can pay the remainder via cash, Venmo, or Zelle.
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DISCOUNTS
Full-time student discount: use code STUDENT to save 40% on any class package.
Name your discount: If you need a discount to attend class, email me at fortheloveofbachata@gmail.com and tell me the price you can afford to pay for the class. I will make a custom code for you.