This series of classes "First-level students" is focused on the needs of first-level students—those starting from zero up to being able to dance basic steps and attend their first social events.
What do we cover?
Class Structure
How to Structure Classes for Beginners: Strategies for effectively organizing lessons.
Fundamentals to Include: Key foundational elements that students need to learn.
Session Details
Ideal Number of Sessions: Recommendations on how many classes are needed for beginners.
Musicality Aspects: Which elements of musicality to introduce and how to explain them at this stage.
Engaging Techniques
Incorporating Individual Techniques: Methods to engage students while teaching personal techniques.
Managing Different Progress Rates: Strategies for teaching mixed-ability groups.
Building Community
Fostering Trust: Techniques for building trust between the instructor and students.
Creating a Sense of Community: Encouraging a supportive environment among students.
Student Motivation
Keeping Students Motivated: Tips for maintaining interest and excitement to advance to the next level.
Practice and Social Events
Organizing Practice Sessions: Best practices for structuring practice time.
Guiding Students to Social Events: Preparing students for their first social dancing experiences.
