In 2007, she moved to Vancouver BC, where she began teaching Blues and east coast swing as well as DJing. She fell in love with Lindy hop and Blues dance, throwing herself into every learning opportunity she could find. Through her teaching, she hopes to create environments where her students feel safe, supported, and empowered to be their true, authentic selves.Īmanda began dancing in Chicago in 2004. Lila approaches blues dancing as an opportunity to connect body, emotion, and history. She finally settled down in Seattle (2018), where she launched Lila's Living Room Lessons, took a day job as a Montessori educator, and spent her nights supporting the local blues dance scene. After 8 years of training in synchronized skating and ice dancing (2004-2012), she fell in love with the partner dance, pursuing learning opportunities across the U.S., Canada, and Europe. Lila first encountered blues dancing in 2015, hidden in the back rooms of New York City bars. She has taught lessons and workshops in over ten different states across the US, and in international locations such as Germany and Brazil.**We are still requiring proof of vaccination and booster for all events no exceptions.** As of Sept 5th 2022 masks are optional at our events.Ĭome learn Blues pulse and aesthetic with Lila Faria and Amanda Wanner! Over the past six years, Lia has built up a WCS teaching base in the Washington DC area, and is now living in Seattle where she continues to work with the local dance community. Lia now has solo training in modern, hip hop and jazz, as well as partner knowledge & teaching experience in east coast swing, charleston, lindy hop, and blues. She then pursued formal education in theatre & dance, supplemented with 4 years experience in a collegiate modern dance company. She has been teaching partner dance for almost ten years time flies! She began her movement career with 12 years of competitive gymnastics, side training in ballet and choreographed performance. Lia is currently an All-Star level follow on the WCS competition circuit, and winner of the 2018 Rising Star Tour. Lia is available for private lessons while she is in Portland– please contact her directly on Facebook or by email at to make arrangements. Includes the 2 Lead/Follow workshops plus 5th Saturday lesson/danceĪdd the intensive or take it separately (evening dance not included)Īmbidancers are welcome to register for the main workshops as a leader and also take the Follower Styling Intensive. Early Bird pricing is available through March 27th.Please use the dropdowns to choose Member or Non-Member pricing.The main workshops are limited to 30 Leaders and 30 Followers - please choose your role below. To become a member or renew so you can receive member pricing, please click the link above, or join/renew at one of our dances.ġ Join the club to save money on these workshops AND get discounts on other PSDC dances and events (including BridgeTown Swing 2019) for an entire year!Īffiliate clubs include Eugene Swing Dance Club, Seattle Swing Dance Club, and the like.Ģ Available at the door only– the Saturday night lesson and dance are included with the main workshop event pass (but not with the Follower Styling Intensive). One-year PSDC membership is only $30 ($20 for full-time students). Lead/Follow Workshop #2: The Awesomeness of Space ManipulationĮarly Bird pricing available through March 27th, and members continue to get preferred pricing up through the day of the event - join or renew to save $$$! Lead/Follow Workshop #1: At the Right Time The Awesomeness of Space Manipulation: Learn to use the physical space between you and your partner to maintain good communication AND create rad dance moments! Schedule 11:30am Part 2 – A to B: There are many ways to move from one location to another, but how we do it makes all the difference! Lead/Follow WorkshopsĪt the Right Time: Implement and perfect the secret skill of making every dance have that magical, easy feel. Part 1 – Listening & Application: Learn how to hear the music we dance to in new ways, and show it to your partner in a way that’s uniquely you. Unlock your creative mind to explore follower styling & movement while maintaining a solid foundation of west coast swing dancing! Class Descriptions Follower Styling Intensive Keep up with the latest news on our Facebook event page. Join us for a special follower styling intensive plus three all level lessons with visiting All Star Lia Brown!
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