Watkanda Dance Five Week Konpa Intensive
Tue, Sep 23
|2nd Floor of the skating ring
Dive into the elegance of Haitian Konpa! In 5 weeks, master the basics, build strong partner connections, and explore bold, stylish variations.
Time & Location
Sep 23, 2025, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
2nd Floor of the skating ring, 13800 Old Gunpowder Rd, Laurel, MD 20707, USA
About the event
Konpa Intensive Progressive Boot Camp (5 Weeks)
Step into the elegance, rhythm, and cultural richness of Konpa with our 5-week progressive boot camp. This series is designed for dancers who want to deepen their connection to Konpa, not just as a dance, but as a celebration of Haitian culture, music, and artistry. Each week builds on the last, helping you grow with confidence, connection, and authentic appreciation of the dance.
✨ What You’ll Experience Week by Week
Week 1: Foundations of Konpa• Introduction to Konpa: history, culture, and significance• Mastering basic steps, posture, and timing• Partner frame and comfortable connection• Exercises on weight transfer, balance, and body movement flow• Guided practice session
Week 2: Partner Connection & Musicality• Building strong lead and follow dynamics• Recognizing Konpa rhythm, beat, and structure• Timing drills: adapting to slow vs. fast Konpa songs• Introduction to improvisation through music• Social dance practice with rotations
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