Lucas Oliveira & Rose Curtis: Zouk Workshops In Dc!

Lucas Gabriel Oliveira & Rose Curtis will be coming to Washington, DC for a week's worth of workshops, practicas and socials! Lucas will be visiting Washington, DC for the first time. He's well-known in the zouk world and has taught throughout Brazil and elsewhere around the world. Rose is from Seattle and has been training with Lucas and other artists in Brazil since January.There will be a variety of levels of workshops, so there's something for everyone. SCHEDULETUESDAYS, MARCH 19 & 26Zouk Lab: Elements & Senses (Open-Level)8:30-10:30pmDanceSport Dupont CircleThis mini-series will meet for two weeks on consecutive Tuesdays, March 19 and 26. The series will explore how the four elements of fire, water, earth and air can influence the quality of your movement, as well as how each of the five senses are used in Zouk and their importance in understanding connection, grounding and musicality in one’s own body and in partnership.THURSDAY, MARCH 21Zouk Musicality Workshop (Intermediate)7:30-9:30pmDanceSport Dupont CircleOne of the most important types of connection in Brazilian zouk is our connection to the music that we dance to. Coming from a background in dance and music, Lucas brings a unique perspective on musicality. In this workshop, we will explore how an understanding of the structure of the music can enable you to better incorporate accents and phrasing into your movement. Zouk [hidden] Dupont CircleAfter the Thursday workshop, there will be a practica open to anyone. Students from the workshop can stay, and those who did not attend the workshop can join for a small fee.FRIDAY, MARCH 22Zouk Body Movement & Close Embrace Workshop (Open-Level)8:30-10pm Salsa with SilviaExplore how to fully use your body in connection with your partner, including isolations, undulations and close embrace.Zouk Social w/ DJ Power & DJ Viscious10pm-2amSalsa with SilviaGet your dance on with one of the most sought-after DJs in the US: DJ Power from New York City.SATURDAY, MARCH 23Zouk Creativity Workshop (Intermediate)1-3pmDanceSport Dupont CircleExplore how different songs and styles of music awaken creativity in three ways: in the melody (vocals and instruments), in the rhythm (timing), and in the harmony, the combination of both.Zouk Fluidity & Flow Workshop (Open-Level)3:30-5:30pmDanceSport Dupont CircleBrazilian zouk is known for its fluidity and flow, but achieving these qualities in your movement requires a lot of practice. Explore how to make the body move in one fluid movement using breath, on your own and with a partner. Stretch Workshop w/ Rose (Open-Level) 8:00-8:30pm Salsa with Silvia Prepare yourself for the evening workshop and social dancing by stretching your body and working out any kinks from the day. Rose is a movement therapist and will provide stretches and exercises based on any problem spots from those who attend the workshop. Zouk Variations of Flicks Workshop (Open-Level)8:30-9:30pmSalsa with SilviaLucas uses flicks in his dancing to add accents with playful and sharp movement. Expand your movement vocabulary and musicality with this variations workshop. Zouk Social w/ DJ Power & DJ [hidden] with SilviaGet your dance on and practice everything you've learned, with guest DJ Power from New York City.SUNDAY, MARCH 24Zouk Favorite Moves Workshop (Advanced) 6-8pm DanceSport Dupont CircleCome work on some of Lucas' favorite moves in this workshop for advanced dancers. Lucas will build on what he taught in the previous workshops during his visit and incorporate some of his more inventive techniques. MONDAY, MARCH 25Available for private lessonsTUESDAY, MARCH 26See Tuesday series information above WORKSHOP LEVELSWe are intentionally offering these as leveled workshops so all of our students can learn from these visiting instructors. Please be thoughtful about your own level in which classes you sign up for. If you have questions about which is a good choice for you, ask one of our District Zouk instructors.Open-Level Workshops: dancers should be familiar and comfortable with zouk fundamentals, as covered in our Level 1 series.Intermediate Workshops: dancers should be familiar and comfortable with zouk fundamental technique and patterns, including boomerang, yo-yo, and body movement.Advanced Workshop: dancers should have been dancing zouk for 1-2 years and familiar and comfortable with head movement and move complex patterns. TICKETS> Zouk Lab (March 19 & 26): $50 for the series > Open Level Full Pass (Friday-Saturday, Workshops & Socials): $80 online, $90 at the door 7 hours of workshops 2 nights of socials > Intermediate Full Pass (Thursday-Saturday, Workshops & Socials): $120 online, $130 at the door 11 hours of workshops 2 nights of socials & a practica > Thursday Workshop & Practica: $30 online, $35 at the door > Friday Workshop & Social: $30 online, $35 at the door > Saturday Afternoon Workshops: $25 each online, $30 at the door > Saturday Evening Workshops & Social: $30 online, $35 at the door > Sunday Advanced Workshop: $25 online, $30 at the door There are limited early bird full pass tickets available until March 15 or until they sell out. LOCATIONSDanceSport Dupont [hidden] P St. NW (GPS 1520 22nd St. NW)The Church of the Pilgrims Fellowship Hall (Entrance from the south side via stairs going down) Washington DC 20037 Salsa With Silvia Dance [hidden] Georgia Ave NW #104Washington, DC 20010 PRIVATE LESSONSLucas and Rose will be available for private lessons from March 20-26. Contact District Zouk on Facebook or at [hidden] to schedule a lesson.Rose is a massage therapist and yoga/movement teacher, and will be offering massages and body work during her visit. You can contact her at Rose Curtis Movement Therapy to schedule a session. WHO IS LUCAS OLIVEIRA?Lucas Oliveira has been a professional dancer for 12 years specializing in zouk and samba. He teaches throughout the year in several schools in Brazil as well as on cruise ships, at congresses, and in dance exchanges within and outside the country. His teaching engagements have [hidden] - BRA Endança Congress - BRA Congress Levada Zouk - BRA El Sol Zouk-POLAND- 2017 Zouk Fest-LONDON-2017 Zouk day Congress - BRA 2018Congress UAI ZOUK - BRA 2017/2018Congress Encontro das estrelas - BRA 2018/2019Prague congress 2018Up dance 2018/2019Brisbane zouk festival 2018 - AUSTRALIA WHO IS ROSE CURTIS? Rose Curtis is from Seattle, WA, and has been dancing and studying movement forms for the last several years. Her background includes sports, competitive Ballroom dancing, teaching Ballroom dance classes, and working as a corrective exercise specialist and massage therapist. She has trained and focused on Zouk for the last three years, traveling internationally to work with some of the most respected teachers, and has recently returned from training in Brazil to accompany Lucas Oliveira on his first US tour. As a massage therapist and corrective exercise specialist, and creator of Rose Curtis Movement Therapy, she has worked locally and abroad at Zouk festivals and sporting events, including the Seattle Zouk Festival, Madrid Zouk Bachata Congress, Dutch Congress, and the Pacific Northwest Ballet, and with many dancers and movement professionals throughout parts of the US, Canada, Europe, India, and Brazil. Dance, travel, and the study of human movement are her greatest passions, and she is so excited to combine them all into such rewarding work that allows her to share her knowledge and love with individuals and communities in different parts of the world. More Info below.