"We're fools whether we dance or not, so we might as well dance."
Beginners 6:30pm (NO Drop-ins)
For those just starting out or those working on their fundamentals.
We will provide you the best foundation
available for starting and loving WCS. Students take multiple series of the Beginner class in order to work through
a set curriculum of skills and patterns.
Individual assessments to move up to Intermediate are available upon request.
Students are
highly encouraged to stay for the Dance Party afterwards in order to practice and retain their skills.
$44/$49
Intermediate 7:30pm (Drop-ins
welcome)
BY PERMISSION ONLY. We are now offering our Intermediate WCS class as a DROP-IN. Our Intermediate classes are designed for
the experienced dancer of any level who is proficient at the skills in our Beginner syllabus. A quick, free assessment is required
in order to qualify for the Intermediate class. Most people who have been doing authentic WCS for more than six months should
be able to complete the syllabus. We spend part of each class filling in the gaps in your 2008 foundation technique and the other
part teaching practical application of each concept to specific moves.
Students stay in the Intermediate class
in order to work through a set curriculum of skills and patterns. Each series focuses on new concepts and applications,
with little to no repetition. Half of each class is designed to clean and improve your basics and the other half is focussed
on building new skills and creating your own style. *If you are very experienced in other dance styles, you may take a few
private lessons to catch up, then join into the Intermediate class with permission.
DROP-IN FEE: $15. Or still buy a full series for
$49.
Students are highly encouraged to stay for the Dance Party after.
Project Class 8:30pm (NO Drop-ins)
BY PERMISSION ONLY.For students with extensive SWING experience. Project varies each series. September is "JACK & JILL BOOTCAMP!" month. Bridgetown
Swing and Sea to Sky are around the corner, so now is the time to be fine tuning your dancing if you are planning to compete in any
division. This series is going to be a hard core Swing workout where you will get specific, individual, loving and constructive critique
on you dancing. Check your ego at the door, and be prepared to emerge a transformed Jack & Jill dancer!
Appropriate for Intermediates
and up. NO DROP-INS. 8:30-9:30pm at Broadway Ballroom, 1050 W. Broadway at Oak. Free parking underground via alley. Stay after class
and get into FUNKNGRUVEN THURSDAYS for free - Contemporary WCS/Blues/Funk social dancing till 11:30pm. 8:30-9:30pm at Broadway Ballroom,
1050 W. Broadway at Oak. Free parking underground via alley.
TO REGISTER: Please arrive early on the first night to register. 604-733-1779.
ALL-WCS DANCE PARTY 8:30pm EVERY THURSDAY!
Can't make the class? Join us for the after-party!
Open social dancing DJ'd by Myles.
Music is 90% WCS with the occasional Salsa and NC2 thrown in or by request. Emphasis is on yummy R&B, dirty BLUES, classic FUNK,
and current RADIO GROOVES. Gorgeous floor, coffee shop on premeises giant mirrors, vaulted ceiling, stunning chandeliers, it's a dancer's
dream!
Enjoy snacks and videos on the big screen.
Drop $6/$7 or free with lesson.
Free underground parking.
FUNKNGRUVEN THURSDAYS are consistent Thursday nights exclusively for authentic WCS classes and party, and hosted by Myles & Tessa
at the best dance venue in the city!
Broadway Ballroom: 1050 West Broadway at Oak St. 604-733-1779 www.broadwayballroom.ca
All classes are PROGRESSIVE 4-week series.
A new series starts the first Thursday of each month.
No partner required.
Individual assessments
available by request.
Assessment is a critical part of the learning process for any skill. In school you had grades, in swimming you had badges, and in
karate you have belts. These all indicate the level and quantity of skills you have aquired and mastered. Without evaluation and assessment,
students have no idea where they stand, or where they're going. Assessment makes the teacher accountable for their students'
learning.
As accountable teachers, we believe you deserve to know where you stand and where you are going. Each of our classes
has a syllabus of skills and patterns along with qualitative standards for each level. Students can see which skills they have
learned and are working on mastering, as well as what skills they can look forward to learning next. When a student has mastered
all the skills for Beginner level, he can request an assessment. An assessment is a free, 5-10 minute informal observation of the
student's skills where the teacher compares the student's dance skills to the standards required for Intermediate level. If the
student does not meet the standards, the teacher will offer feedback and suggest skills to work on (such as in Private
Lessons) in order to get ready to move up to the next level.
