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Chicago Style Steppin' with NY Chicago Style Steppers

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Donation – $7-25

Learn the smooth, sexy, and soulful art of Chicago-Style Steppin'.  Originating in Chicago, Steppin’ has its roots in Lindy Hop, Jitterbug and the Bop. It’s a sophisticated social partner dance usually done to R&B, Soul, Neo-Soul, Jazz, and Funk music. It grew in popularity in the ‘90s with classic songs like, “Be Thankful for What You Got” by William DeVaughn.  Beginning students will learn fundamentals like the basic “8-count” and simple turns, and intermediate and advanced students will learn to enhance their technique, style, and turns before moving on to more complex combinations.  

Yvette White is a founding member of the Steppers Set in New York & New Jersey formed in 2007. She has taught, workshopped, demonstrated, and expanded Chicago Style Steppin’ throughout the 5 boroughs as well as New Jersey. Yvette has collaborated with various community organizations, businesses, and dance associations, and appeared as a special guest on local media outlets and at cultural events along the East Coast. Yvette is excited about teaching new students and engaging more communities. For more information about Yvette and the Steppers set, go to: www.chicagostylesteppersnyc.com.

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