How Cumbia Class Works

The five parts

In order:

• Warm-up
• Basic review
• One new move
• Rotate partners and practice
• Review to a full song

One new move only

Adding one move per class gives it time to stick before the next one arrives.

Class Structure and Experience

Cumbia class is designed for adult dancers. We focus on clear instruction and a welcoming atmosphere. You do not need any prior dance experience. Many students are new to dance. We guide you through each step. Our goal is for you to feel comfortable and confident. The environment is supportive and fun. You will learn to dance Cumbia with ease.

Each class starts with a warm-up. This prepares your body for dancing. It includes gentle stretches and rhythm exercises. Then, we review basic Cumbia steps. This helps solidify your foundation. It ensures everyone is on the same page. After the review, we introduce one new Cumbia move. This keeps the learning manageable. You will have time to understand and practice it.

We believe in active practice. You will rotate partners throughout the class. This is a great way to learn to lead and follow. It also helps you adapt to different dance partners. This prepares you for social dancing. It builds your confidence quickly. The rotation makes class dynamic and engaging. You will get to dance with many people. After practicing the new move, we review everything. We dance through the basic steps and the new move to a full Cumbia song. This brings it all together. You get to feel the rhythm and flow. This reinforces what you learned. You leave class feeling accomplished. Our method helps you progress steadily. It makes learning Cumbia enjoyable and effective. You will see your dancing improve each week.

About Our Group Classes

Our Cumbia group classes run in four-week sessions. Each session focuses on building your skills. The cost for a session is $95. This covers all four classes. You do not need a partner to join. Many students come by themselves. We make sure everyone has someone to dance with during partner rotations. This is part of our inclusive approach. Our classes are for adults only. This creates a focused learning environment. We keep sentences plain and short. This helps with understanding. Our classes are held at Dennis PaSamba Dance Company. Our location is 4820 W. Irving Park Rd., Chicago, IL 60641. We are in the Six Corners area. You can find free parking easily. If you have questions, text or call us. The number is 717-PaSamba (717-727-2622).

Life happens, and sometimes you miss a class. We have a makeup policy for this. You can make up missed weeks. Please note that we do not offer refunds for classes. We encourage you to attend all classes in your session. This helps with consistent progress. However, the makeup option provides flexibility. It ensures you do not miss out on learning. Our Friday Social is a good way to practice. It is not a substitute for a missed class. The Friday Social costs $15 to attend. It's an opportunity to dance socially. You can apply what you learned in class. It is a relaxed setting. Our focus is on clear, straightforward information. We want you to know exactly what to expect. We are here to help you enjoy Cumbia dancing.

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