Monthly Dance Sessions - The Follies Girls: Knoxville's Unique Showgirls and Dance Troupe offering A Creative Space for Artistic Exploration

 
Where women who dance and sing find on-going artistic exploration in variety arts and entertainment. 

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Where women who dance and sing find on-going artistic exploration in variety arts and entertainment. 

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Tuesdays @ 6:30 PM = Charm the Chair (Jazz Chair Dance - Open Level)

This class embraces the art of theatrical chair dancing, infusing it with elements of jazz dance to create a captivating performance. Drawing inspiration from the iconic Fosse-Verdon style, it exudes a blend of elegance and allure. Designed for all body types, this class offers personalized adjustments to ensure everyone can participate comfortably. It’s all about confidence, charisma, and a touch of playful seduction.<br><br>Suitable for all levels. <br><br>Class is 45 minutes - with all new material for the first 30 minutes, then review and linking of the prior week for the last 15 minutes.

Wednesdays @ 6:30 PM = Tap Dance 101 (Beginner or Returning Students)

Tap dance is a lively and rhythmic dance form that produces sound through the striking of metal taps attached to the dancer's shoes. Originating in the 1600s, it gained significant popularity in America by the late 1800s and early 1900s. Known for its distinctive syncopated rhythms and the freedom of improvisation, tap dance is closely associated with jazz music, creating an energetic and engaging performance style.<br><br>Suitable for absolute beginners or those needing a refresh on tap dance basics.<br><br>Class is 45 minutes - with all new material for the first 30 minutes, then review and linking of the prior week for the last 15 minutes.

Thursdays @ 6:30 PM = Ballet to the Beat (Open Level)

This class blends the foundational elements of ballet, enhancing strength, definition, balance, and coordination, with the vibrant energy of pop, rock, and hip hop. It’s not your typical ballet barre, center and across the floor session; we embrace a playful twist on traditional techniques, acknowledging that as we age, our bodies need gentler approaches. Our modified Checcetti methodology ensures that every participant can engage joyfully and effectively.<br><br>Suitable for all levels. <br><br>Class is 45 minutes - with all new material for the first 30 minutes, then review and linking of the prior week for the last 15 minutes.