Blues FUNdamentals
In this class, we’ll explore the FUNdamentals of groove, posture, and the aesthetic qualities that make blues dancing unique. Whether you are new to blues or a seasoned shuffle veteran, there will be something for everyone as we work through basic grooves and step patterns in all directions and tempos, along with some simple turns. Expect a friendly-minded and welcoming session focused on relaxed grooving and partner connection, perfect for anyone curious about blues or looking to move more confidently to this beautiful style of music.

Funky Blues
Funky Blues is still Blues in feel, structure and chord progression, but late in the game in the 60s when its loud-and-proud Black Power cousin Funk came into town and musicians started wearing big afros and playing their Blues with a strong, rhythmically complex and percussive groove in the bassline. Dance-wise, prepare to channel your inner badass and get challenged with fluid, full-body grooves expressed both solo and together with a partner.

Blues Grooves Sampler (Solo Blues)
In this class, we’ll learn how to make the music visible through our movement and change up our dancing with every new musical vibe. Whether it’s a relaxed, mid-tempo Chicago tune, a fierce New Orleans song with attitude and sass, or a fast Jump Blues number: we’ll go into what makes the music distinguishable, we’ll discover ideas that allow each individual’s solo voice to develop, and we’ll also get a better grip on what constitutes this eclectic genre of music called the Blues!

Late Night Slow Grooves
Originally very popular in the Black Juke Joints of the American South and ever since then continuously danced whenever singer and guitarist are having a slow-off, Slow Drag and Grind were close embrace dances done to slow, emotionally intensive blues tunes and ballads. Find relaxation in your hip section and be challenged with intra-body blues grooves that might look simple from the outside but are intriguingly complex once you dig deeper.