Workshop Overview
Take a break from work and move your body with an introductory swing dance lesson. A cultural phenomenon that developed in the early 20th century, it had a worldwide resurgence in the late 90’s and has been going strong since. We’ll get comfortable with dance posture, pulse, and moving around the dance floor. We’ll dance to some great swing tunes, focusing on contemporary black artists who helped shape the music and culture of this dance.
Note: dance/partner roles will not be gender-specificÌý
How to PrepareÌý
Wear comfortable clothing, flat shoes with smooth soles (socked/stockinged feet are fine as well) and bring a water bottle. We will be moving our bodies. Expect an increase in heart rate, and perhaps a little muscle soreness the next day!ÌýÌý
Intended Audience
All UÀ¶Ý®ÊÓƵ employees
Format
In-person, PAC Studio 1
Facilitator
Julie-Anne Desrochers is a staff member in the Faculty of Health. She has been an active member of the Swing and Blues dance scene in À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ Region for nearly 20 years, and has been teaching Lindy Hop, Blues (mostly Jukin’ and Ballroomin’ idioms) and choreography for 14 years at .Ìý