Burlesque Dance Taster

About this course

This introductory session explores foundational burlesque steps and movements before combining them into a short choreographic piece. Teaching also covers posture, awareness of the body in space and performance techniques that add character and flair to movement. The class is designed as a one-off introduction to the style, allowing complete beginners to try burlesque dance and experience its performance elements without committing to a longer course.

What you'll learn

• Perform basic burlesque steps and movements
• Combine movements into a short choreographic sequence
• Apply correct posture and develop awareness of the body in space
• Use burlesque performance techniques to add character and flair

Is this course right for you?

The course is designed for complete beginners and does not require previous dance experience. It involves learning and performing a short choreographic piece, with an emphasis on trying the fundamentals of burlesque in a relaxed class setting.

• A one-off taster session rather than a multi-week course
• No previous dance experience is needed

Before you go

• Wear clothes that are easy to move in; T-shirts and leggings are suggested examples.