District Zouk

This partner training team will work on techniques for social dancing. This season, the team will meet over 8 weeks with 100-minute weekly sessions. Each class will be split into 3 modes: Solo, Partner work, and Challenge. Below are some of the expectations and guidelines that we have carefully crafted to have the most transparency of the expectations and benefits.

Who is this Training Team for?

This team is aimed at dancers who:

• LOVE to dance and are looking for more opportunities to level-up;

• Have a desire to improve their skills through continuous learning, feedback, corrections and A LOT of repetition;

• Are able to share their time and growth with others;

• Will prioritize everyone’s growth as high as their own;

• Willing to motivate one another while lifting their collective results;

• Values trust, understanding, connection, quality of movement, safety and inclusivity;

• Have the discipline to continuously invest time outside of the weekly training sessions for additional practice sessions, as well as, dedicated training in strength, endurance, control and flexibility and cross-training.

What do I get out of being part of a Training Team?

Amongst numerous additions to your dance knowledge and repertoire, you will:

• Enjoy the magic and beauty of strength of friendship;

• Be surrounded by other dancers who share your goals;

• Improve your observation and learning skills and become a stronger technician;

• Improve social dynamics by learning the importance of understanding, patience, and flexibility;

• Have the opportunity to cross-train with other dances and teaching styles;

• Create friendships and opportunities that will help you achieve your goals.

WHO SHOULD AUDITION?

Alisson’s Brazuka Training Team is for dancers with extensive Brazilian Zouk knowledge (2+ years of serious training recommended, or equivalent) who have focus and dedication to improving skills.

AUDITION FORMAT AND EXPECTATIONS

Where and When?

• Wednesday, October 16th

• DanceSport Dupont Circle (District Zouk)

• 8:30 pm - 10 pm

What to expect:

The audition will be a ‘workshop style’ session that’s similar to one of our team trainings. You'll get a sense of how the team works and whether it's a good fit. 

Audition cost: $25

COMMITMENT DATES AND TIMES

• Wednesdays from 8:50 - 10:30 pm

• Dancesport Dupont Circle (2201 P St NW, Washington, DC 20037) 

• October 23 - December 18, with no practice during Thanksgiving week (8 weeks)

BENEFITS

Team members get discounts for progressive classes, workshops, and socials, and free entry to Monday Level 1&2 and practices.