Konpa Intensive Dance Class Phase 2 Extended (5 weeks)

Schedule

Tue, 07 Oct, 2025 at 08:00 pm to Tue, 04 Nov, 2025 at 09:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

13800 Old Gunpowder Rd | Laurel, MD

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Whether you’re new to Konpa or looking to refine your skill, this extended Konpa Intensive is for you. Join us every Tuesday at 8pm sharp.
About this Event

Take your Konpa journey to the next level with Phase 2 of our progressive boot camp. This 5-week series is designed to increase intensity for returning dancers while welcoming new participants into the flow. Each week deepens musicality, creativity, and connection, with tiered instruction that ensures all dancers grow at their own pace. Whether building stamina, exploring advanced partner work, or stepping into performance, Phase 2 blends challenge with cultural appreciation, making the experience enriching for every level.

✨ What You’ll Experience Week by Week

Week 6: Reinforcement & Onboarding

Returning dancers: review, speed drills, and stamina training

New dancers: crash course in basics, posture, timing, and partner connection

Paired learning with “dance buddies” + social integration practice

Week 7: Musicality Expansion

Syncopation, musical breaks, and advanced rhythm play

Improvisation drills for leaders and followers

Creative tasks to explore pauses and phrasing

Week 8: Advanced Partner Flow

Complex turns, double spins, and directional changes

Leaders: smooth transitions and floorcraft

Followers: styling, spins, and body expression

Week 9: Performance & Creativity

Group choreography and collaborative creation

Improvisation showcase challenges

Confidence building through peer feedback

Week 10: Celebration & Showcase

Combined performance with tiered roles for all levels

Social dance party with live feedback

Recognition of growth with certificates and reflections

Phase 2 is where dancers refine their artistry, challenge their skills, and experience Konpa as both movement and expression. With advanced techniques for seasoned dancers and supportive pathways for newcomers, this journey is designed to inspire confidence, connection, and creativity on the dance floor.

Konpa Intensive Class Dates are:

Tuesday Oct 7

Tuesday Oct 14

Tuesday Oct 21

Tuesday Oct 28

Tuesday Nov 4,2025



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13800 Old Gunpowder Rd, 13800 Old Gunpowder Road, Laurel, United States

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USD 40.25 to USD 135.23

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