Category: Kootenay Dance News

Dear Dancers,

I trust this message finds you well and with time to enjoy the lovely Spring weather!

Here is a quick update: I will not be hosting any more North Shore Hall events for the time being.

I’m extremely grateful to and appreciate everyone who joined in at our dancing events over the past few years — thank you for your participation and for all the good energy, laughter, and memorable evenings.

The good news? Partner dancing under the stars is returning to Nelson. Before too long, and with warm evenings, we’ll be dancing once again at our unique and splendid outdoor venue near Lakeside. I’ll see you there with playlist favourites !

Keep an eye out for announcements with dates and details coming soon!

In the meantime, I’m pleased to continue to offer private partner dancing lessons. Personal lessons are excellent for:

Getting started
Building confidence and competence in leading and following
Fine-tuning your technique and musicality
Expanding your repertoire and your fun quotient.
Whether you’re a beginner or looking to take your dancing to the next level, private lessons will effectively help you improve and enjoy the experience even more.

Feel free to reach out to schedule a session or ask any questions. Private lessons for singles, and 1 or 2 couples at a time.

Partner dancing is a joy which I enthusiastically love sharing — and it is deeply satisfying to watch someone find their rhythm, confidence, and a fun creative connection through dance.

I’m also available for school and group classes in partner and folk dancing.

Wishing you a beautiful Spring!

See you soon — under the stars and on dance floors wherever we are.

With warmest regards,

Peter

Tango: A Dance that Touches the Heart and Soul

Join our Tango community and experience the connection, creativity, and freedom of this beautiful dance. No partner necessary – we’ll help you find one, or you can learn to dance with others in a fun and supportive environment.

Improve your lead and follow skills, unleash your creativity, and let the music guide you. 

NO memorizing patterns.

Our classes are perfect for beginners and experienced dancers alike.

InboxHello beautiful dancers ! Krissi here! As we’re nearing the end of winter, I am excited to invite you to my upcoming Dance Series in April for all levels called ~ Rebirth ~  

* This is a solo dance class and incorporates various rhythms for partner dancers to recognize and enjoy*  

The intention of this dance series is to come back into our bodies, shake out the kinks after a long winter, and celebrate the “Birth” of a new season and a new chapter! 

Clarify your intentions and connect with your joy through movement that is designed to feel good. 

This 1-hour dance class will have you moving your body in all the ways that feel pleasurable, shower you with warm feelings (and sweat), and leave you with a yummy endorphin rush! 

4-Week DANCE SERIES for all levels
~ Rebirth ~

Dance to uplifting rhythms, soulful melodies, and reflective instrumentals accompanied by simple choreography and guided free-dance to connect with your feelings, express your passion, and free your joy!

4 classes, 2 scheduling options:

TUESDAYS / 6-7:15 pm

April 8, 15, 22, 29

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WEDNESDAYS / 6-7:15 pm

April 9, 16, 23, 30

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$60 (4 classes)

At the Blewett Mountain Studio

(10 min from Nelson)

To register contact:

Kristina (Krissi) Burkhardt

250-777-7436
krissi@thejoyfulfollow.org

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Hello, everyone!

I’m  baaaaaack  from my amazing adventure in Costa Rica, and I’m feeling refreshed, renewed, and ready to dive back into our tango journey together!  I hope you all had a wonderful start to the year, and I’m excited to share this new chapter with you.

*Upcoming Schedule*

Mark your calendars for our upcoming lessons & practices on Saturdays. Same time, same venue: 

January 18, 25, February 1, and 8.

*My Heart’s Desire*

As we continue on this journey, I want to remind you that my goal is to help create a community that is safe, supportive, and inclusive space for all of us to explore our passion for tango together.

I believe that everyone deserves to feel seen, heard, and valued, and I’m committed to making our community a place where you can be your authentic self, fully expressed , while learning and growing along the way. Feel free to reach out if you need extra support or have some ideas/ suggestions to make things better. I’m all ears!

*Practice with Purpose *

To help you deepen your connection with the music and your own body, I encourage you to keep practicing your solo exercises – pivots, ochos, and balance exercises are all essential to developing your own unique style and freedom of movement. Remember, tango is not just about mastering steps, but about embracing the freedom to feel, express, and create.

*The Beauty of Tango*

As we dance together, I want to remind you that tango is a journey, not a destination. It’s a journey of connection, improvisation, and co-creation, where we get to infuse our own personality into the dance and connect with others on a deeper level. So, let’s savor every step, every moment, and every connection we make along the way.

I’m honored to share this journey with each and every one of you, and I look forward to seeing the beauty and joy that we can create together.

With love and tango,

Maria Baula- Schuh

(250)354-8085

FB: dancenelsonbc

“Building community: connect, move, and inspire, one hug at a time!”

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 Fusion Dancing ~ North Shore Hall

Exciting News!

Fusion Partner Dancing at the Fabulous North Shore Hall resumes in February! 

Please note the weekday change: events will now be held on Wednesdays.

Upcoming sessions:

• Wednesday, February 26
• Wednesday, March 12
• Wednesday, March 26
• 7:00–7:45 PM:  Beginner-friendly lesson ~ improvising in sync. All levels.
• 7:45–9:45 PM:  Social dancing mixer, no partner required

• Friendly, chill, all age inclusive.  Nelson’s premiere dance hall !
• We welcome all dancers, new and experienced from all styles.
• Only $5 at the door or e-transfer to peteclement@gmail.com

• Fusion dancing is a fun and fascinating way to enhance your partner dancing skills. 
• Fusion is fun because the learning curve is fast.  
• Fusion is fascinating because it provides for dancing to any music via the skillsets of improvising.
• Mixed genre playlists –  a curated fusion-able mix of swing, blues, tango, contemporary, oldies, waltz, chacha, and more ! 

Fusion means improvising in sync

See you on the dance floor!