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Samba: Brazilian social dance class

  • PS1 Close Dance Hall 538 South Gilbert Street Iowa City, IA, 52240 United States (map)

Contact:
Armando Duarte • armando-duarte@uiowa.edu

Location:
Dance Hall (2nd floor, accessible via stairs only)
Please enter through east door (off the alley, adjacent to ramp)

Classes will run for 2 hours, divided in two sessions (5:30-6:30PM -- Beginners; 6:30-7:30PM -- Intermediate or Low Intermediate)

You are welcome to stay for the two sessions; the only difference between the two sessions will be the shared combinations.

There will be no set fees for the classes; and contributions are welcome (there will be a contribution jar by the studio entrance door with suggested donations).

 

Clothing: Dressing comfortably and for across styles/genres is highly recommended for Social Dance. Thus, wearing clothing that provides easy mobility for the entire body will ease a full range of movements required in the activities. Appropriate attire includes social and/or dance wear that people can perform comfortably and does not distract from moving, it should be form fitting and basic. 

Shoes:  Specific footwear is the ideal kind for social dance activities; thus, Ballroom dance shoes are highly preferable and  recommended. Other options with non-stick sole such as, jazz, tennis or character shoes with low floor adherence are also acceptable. 

Earlier Event: February 18
Long Pose Studio Group
Later Event: February 18
M.A.G.I.C.