Exotic Dance Series - 6:30-7:30pm Wednesdays

Pre-registration is required for this class.

Let's face it - every woman longs to be sensual and seductive, wants to be confident in her sensuality, wants to know how to give a killer lap dance and do a scintillating striptease, and probably secretly (or not so secretly) would love to try out pole dancing (in a private, safe, comfortable environment, of course!)

This workshop teaches you how to get in touch with your Inner Seductress and provides the skills you need to use later with your current or future intimate partner.

* You will learn a simple, beginner level, fun, sexy pole dancing routine, including a dramatic spin! You will feel the wind in your hair as you let you inhibitions go! You will also learn how to do most of the routine against the wall so you can use it right away at home.

* Striptease is all about teasing! There's a drastic difference between just taking it off, and turning it into a playful, flirtatious, attention-getting experience. You will learn how to strip with flair.

* Lap dancing is more involved (and much more interesting/fun/sensual) than just sitting on someone's lap and wiggling around! You will learn how to dance in an erotic, beautiful, sexy way - really, really close to your partner...

This class is intended for women who want these skills for "home use".

Your confidence will soar as you learn these sexy routines and realize that you have a sexpot in you, yes YOU! You'll feel empowered, feminine, and confident, knowing that you can turn on and use your sensual/sexual energy when the time is right...

Logistics

* Pre-registration is required.
* Choose your date above in the ticket section. Repeat the workshop if you want to review what you learned. Each month is more or less the same information and routines.
* Class size is small - only 6 students - so there is plenty of time to ask your questions. During the pole dancing section, you will have your own pole the whole time.
* Please do not use hand lotion before class (it makes pole dancing dangerous.
* For the pole dancing portion, you will need to remove rings, bracelets, watches, metal belt buckles, etc - anything that can scratch the poles (rings can also pinch your skin - ouch!)
* Dress comfortably in clothes that do not restrict your movement. Yoga/exercise clothes are a good choice. Jeans are not recommended - they are generally too restrictive. You can wear shorts or long pants - it doesn't really matter. I personally prefer capri or long pants for pole dancing, and some people prefer short shorts - it's your choice.
* Bring knee pads if you have them. They are not required, but they make the "floor play" section more comfortable
* Bring bottled water. Exotic dancing makes you thirsty!
* In case you're wondering, for the lap dancing portion, we practice with Bob, the foam mannequin, or Willie, the purple body pillow. At home you get to try it with your current or future partner. :)
* For the striptease portion, bring a full set of extra clothes (bra, panties, button-up shirt, and skirt), which you will layer ON TOP OF your workout clothes. The workout clothes will stay ON (no nudity!), and you will practice stripping out of the extra layer. The routine specifically uses a button-up shirt. By the way, men love it if you wear one of their shirts!
* After the workshop, you will be emailed a handout detailing the routines, plus suggested music, so you will remember what you learned.
* Our exotic dance workshops have a fun, supportive atmosphere where you can really get in touch with your sensuality, femininity, and creativity through exotic dance. The classes are very private - the curtains are closed during class and no spectators are ever allowed. There are no men in the studio during class. You will never be forced to do anything you don't want to do - if you don't like a move or suggestion, don't do it. Your comfort and safety in being able to let go and express yourself are of utmost importance to us.
* Women only (18 and older)
* The studio is at the NE corner of 18th and Union at the south edge of Capitol Hill. The building is orange with purple trim and says "Groovy Dancer" above the door.
* If you don't know the area, please leave plenty of time for driving and finding the studio. I won't answer the phone after class begins, so if you're running late and get lost, you won't be able to call for directions. Doors open 15 minutes before class starts. There is a coffee shop (Tougo Coffee) a few doors down where you can relax if you are early.
* Be ready to have a blast!

see less