Latin Contact Dance Workshop and Jam – A New Improvisational Dance

Latin Contact Dance is a NEW form of dance that combines the traditional steps and notions of partner dance found in Latin dance forms with the fundamentals concepts of Contact Improvisation.

It uses the simple movements of Salsa, Merengue, Bachata and Tango to explore the relationship between the leader and the follower as well as to improvise with these different dance forms in a fun way. This dance is directed towards body awareness, communication and creativity through movement, music and contact.

Contact Improvisation is a form of improvised dancing that involves continuous contact between two persons or more. Some key concepts explored by Contact Improvisation are the interchange of weight, touch, and movement awareness.

Please come in comfortable clothes and ready to dance barefoot!

This workshop is great for anyone who enjoys partner dancing, improvisation and latin music! You do not need to know any latin dance to participate in the class.

All levels and all bodies welcome!

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
Juliana Mendonca is a dance performer, choreographer and teacher. She graduated with a degree in dance from University Institute of Caracas, Venezuela in 2005, she also served as an instructor at the Performing Arts Department of the University of the Andes in Mérida, Venezuela (2012-2015). Juliana co-founded Raíz de Agua, a contemporary music and dance company. Juliana currently lives in Oakland, California with her husband and daughter, working as a dancer, choreographer and teacher.

QUESTIONS? Contact the instructor: juliana.mendonca.espinoza@gmail.com