The number of intermediate moves is almost endless but we have a set of standard intermediate moves you'll come across or variations on these standards.
This is one of our Foundation Workshops and is ideal for experienced beginners, intermediates or anyone wishing to develop their secondary dance role. More experienced dancers are sometimes unaware they are still missing some core skills.
This intensive session is especially useful if you find that the jump from beginners to intermediate is very daunting - knowing these moves will help ease the transition.
| Date |
Sunday, 6 April 2025 |
| Time |
4:00PM - 6:00PM (2 hours) |
| Where |
Papanui High School |
9 foundation intermediate moves covered by 2 instructors to teach both lead and follow roles:
- Basket Hip Catch, Backhander, Travelling Ochos
- Duck Turn, Crossbow Manhattan, Pretzel
- Simon's Comb, Sway, Shoulder Pull
Content is available online after the workshop.
Who Is This For?
- Beginners who have been attending the improvers review (if you are unsure please speak to one of our teachers)
- Experienced dancers wishing to develop both roles (lead and follow)
- Anyone aiming to become a Taxi dancer or Teacher
Bear in mind:
- We may limit the number of couples but don't worry this workshop is usually held twice a year
- You do not need a partner to book a place on this workshop as we aim to match up leads and follows
Workshop Content
A new 2 hour workshop for dancers to explore the various fun ways we can dance Modern Jive such as,
- Partner Blind (taking it in turn to wear a blindfold)
- Music Mashup (dancing to short clips of music in succession)
- Steals (three people but only two dancing at any one time)
- Quick rotation (rotating around a number of partners to the same song)
- Dancing in public spaces
These different activities are also categories in many Modern Jive dance competitions, they're not only fun but also highlight aspects of technique that benefit our regular social dancing.
This workshop is not about being judged but about improving one's own enjoyment and dance skills.
Attendees should be able to:
- link moves together without stopping
- dance most of the standard beginner moves
The workshop will be presented by Matt and Zoe. Zoe is a long time experienced dancer who currently teachers on Friday nights.
