EAST COAST SWING with Mark Novak – Workshop

East Coast Swing: 90-Minute Class & 30-Minute Practice!

Get ready to jump, jive, and swing! Join us for an energetic and fun introduction to the classic East Coast Swing. This partner dance is a popular, lively style derived from Lindy Hop, danced to big band, jazz, rock and roll, and blues music.

• 90-Minute Instruction: Our comprehensive class is designed for All Levels!
• • You’ll learn the fundamental six-count basic step, essential leading and following techniques, and foundational moves like the change of place and simple turns. We’ll ensure you have a solid foundation to hit the dance floor right away!
• 30-Minute Open Practice: Immediately following the instruction, we’ll open the floor for a dedicated practice session. This is your chance to solidify the moves you just learned, try them out with different partners, and ask instructors questions in a relaxed, social setting.

• Level: All Levels Welcome!
• Duration: 120 minutes total (90-minute class + 30-minute practice).
• No Partner Necessary: We rotate partners frequently in class to ensure everyone gets to dance and learn the lead and follow roles effectively. Feel free to bring a partner, but it’s certainly not required!
• What to Wear: Comfortable clothes that allow for movement, and smooth-soled shoes (avoid sticky rubber soles).

Come discover the joy of East Coast Swing! It’s a fantastic workout and a great way to meet new people.

Mark Novak has a professional dance career which spans nearly 40 years. He has taught as a star teacher for studios and ballrooms throughout the Bay Area and Central Calif. He was the former Director of Bay West Ballroom of both San Rafael and Fresno. He has danced all over North America as both a competitor and floor show dancer, featured on stage, film, television and industry events. In 2005 he won the Rising Star Latin Dance Champion of Hawaii title and Rising Star Ballroom title of Colorado.

He was the Latin Representative for the Western States in the team match event of the Dancesport Superbowl Series 2002 at the prestigious Ohio Star Ball. He is a master teacher, recognized by the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dance and the National Dance Council of America. He looks forward to working with the Salsa Dance Academy of Marin.

Date & Time: January 31, 11:30AM – 1:00 PM

Address: 4140 Redwood Highway #8 San Rafael, CA

Note: Arrive 10 minutes before. No floor marking shoe soles allowed.

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