ZOUK CLASSES AT VMAC
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New series start the first week of every calendar month.
Once a monthly series has started, we don't accept late registrations. $75 for months with 4 calendar weeks. $93 for months with 5 calendar weeks. NO DROP IN PASSES! Each student must pay for the entire month-long series. All sales final, no refunds. No extensions. |
2025 Monthly Series Start Dates:
April 2nd - 5 Week Series May 7th - 4 Week Series June 4th - 4 Week Series July 2nd - 5 Week Series August 6th - 4 Week Series September 3rd - 4 Week Series October 1st - 5 Week Series Nov/Dec Combined Cycle - TBD |
✨ Head Motion Foundations – Brazilian Zouk ✨
🌸SUMMER CYCLE: JULY - SEPTEMBER 🌸
🗓 Mondays | 6:30PM–7:30PM + 30-Min Practica
📍VMAC | 2648 E Burnside St
📅 3-Month Commitment | 💲$85 per month, paid in monthly increments, or included in the Unlimited Bachata/Zouk Pass
This is an INTERMEDIATE-LEVEL class and is not beginner friendly. While this series is open to dancers who have completed Level 1, we HIGHLY recommend that students have taken at least six months of consistent Zouk Level 2 before enrolling. If we feel like you do not have the appropriate level of experience to take this class we may require you to un-enroll for the safety of the class.
Head motion is one of the most intricate and technical aspects of Brazilian Zouk. This series moves at a fast pace and requires a strong foundation in connection, timing, and body awareness. Students should already be comfortable with the fundamentals of Zouk, including traveling turns / compass turns, all the fundamental basics, dance on time, etc.
💡 Important Note:
The Intro to Head Motion series is a 3-month curriculum commitment, and our expectation is that students take the cycle at least TWICE before considering advancing. Repetition is essential to safely and effectively develop the body control and technique necessary for head motion work.
This class is designed for committed students looking to deepen their understanding of Zouk mechanics and elevate their social dancing with safe, connected movement.Ready to unlock the magic of head motion in Brazilian Zouk? This 3-month progressive series is designed to help you build a strong, safe, and expressive head motion technique from the ground up.
🌟 What You’ll Learn:
Core body mechanics & posture for head motion
Timing, flow, and control
How to lead & follow safely and confidently
Connection and musical expression through head movement
Each class includes technique drills, partner work, and a supportive environment for all levels. After class, stick around for a 30-minute practica to apply what you've learned and ask questions in real-time.
Whether you're brand new to head motion or ready to refine your skills, this is the perfect place to build your foundation and grow.
🎟 $85 each month for the full 3 months OR included in the Unlimited Bachata/Zouk Pass.
Join us and level up your Zouk! 💃🕺
Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdpsxcGkvuXCsRpDz-bSsFv4-W5uNuYmmWMp8HJvZAYxgygWQ/viewform?usp=sharing
🌸SUMMER CYCLE: JULY - SEPTEMBER 🌸
🗓 Mondays | 6:30PM–7:30PM + 30-Min Practica
📍VMAC | 2648 E Burnside St
📅 3-Month Commitment | 💲$85 per month, paid in monthly increments, or included in the Unlimited Bachata/Zouk Pass
This is an INTERMEDIATE-LEVEL class and is not beginner friendly. While this series is open to dancers who have completed Level 1, we HIGHLY recommend that students have taken at least six months of consistent Zouk Level 2 before enrolling. If we feel like you do not have the appropriate level of experience to take this class we may require you to un-enroll for the safety of the class.
Head motion is one of the most intricate and technical aspects of Brazilian Zouk. This series moves at a fast pace and requires a strong foundation in connection, timing, and body awareness. Students should already be comfortable with the fundamentals of Zouk, including traveling turns / compass turns, all the fundamental basics, dance on time, etc.
💡 Important Note:
The Intro to Head Motion series is a 3-month curriculum commitment, and our expectation is that students take the cycle at least TWICE before considering advancing. Repetition is essential to safely and effectively develop the body control and technique necessary for head motion work.
This class is designed for committed students looking to deepen their understanding of Zouk mechanics and elevate their social dancing with safe, connected movement.Ready to unlock the magic of head motion in Brazilian Zouk? This 3-month progressive series is designed to help you build a strong, safe, and expressive head motion technique from the ground up.
🌟 What You’ll Learn:
Core body mechanics & posture for head motion
Timing, flow, and control
How to lead & follow safely and confidently
Connection and musical expression through head movement
Each class includes technique drills, partner work, and a supportive environment for all levels. After class, stick around for a 30-minute practica to apply what you've learned and ask questions in real-time.
Whether you're brand new to head motion or ready to refine your skills, this is the perfect place to build your foundation and grow.
🎟 $85 each month for the full 3 months OR included in the Unlimited Bachata/Zouk Pass.
Join us and level up your Zouk! 💃🕺
Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdpsxcGkvuXCsRpDz-bSsFv4-W5uNuYmmWMp8HJvZAYxgygWQ/viewform?usp=sharing
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Assessment Requirements:
== Level 1 to Level 2 == > Basic Forward / Back, On the Spot > Viradinha > Lateral from Release Away > Lateral from Viradinha > Direction Changes > Left Turn from Basic > Simple Turn from Side Basic > Best Friend > Rocombole |
== Level 2 to Level 3 ==
SOLO WORK > Basic Box > Soltinho Square > Follows Bonus > Leads Inverted Lateral PARTNERWORK > Soltinho > Elastico > Yo-Yo > Bonus > Body Roll > Waves & Snakes |
ABOUT BRAZILIAN ZOUK
Brazilian Zouk with Deblin & Adayl
Brazilian Zouk is a contagious, elegant and sexy dance that expresses joy, freedom and harmony, examples of Brazilian cultural expression. The class is geared toward students with little or no Zouk training and will introduce its traditional and contemporary styles and roots. The goal is to create a welcoming and fun environment where students of all abilities and experience can enjoy Zouk in its various forms, and develop their skills while having fun and a great time dancing.
Brazilian Zouk is a contagious, elegant and sexy dance that expresses joy, freedom and harmony, examples of Brazilian cultural expression. The class is geared toward students with little or no Zouk training and will introduce its traditional and contemporary styles and roots. The goal is to create a welcoming and fun environment where students of all abilities and experience can enjoy Zouk in its various forms, and develop their skills while having fun and a great time dancing.
Stay Social With Us!
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ZOUK PROGRAM AT VMAC
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ZOUK 1 BEGINNERS
Consists of 3 one-month series: 1 Teal, 1 Orange, and 1 Navy. They don't need to be taken in alphabetical order, but all 3 need to be completed to be fully prepared for Level 2. They're all good for beginners! The class is geared toward students with little or no Zouk training and will introduce its traditional and contemporary styles and roots. The goal is to create a welcoming and fun environment where students of all abilities and experience can enjoy Zouk in its various forms, and develop their skills while having fun and a great time dancing. Wednesdays 6:30pm - 7:30pm with Deblin & Adayl Pass depends on the month...
Requirements:
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We highly encourage all students new to VMAC to take these classes from level 1 Beginners, even if they have been social dancing before or taken classes at other studios, to get familiar with our studios, teaching style, vocabulary, our VMAC culture and community.
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ZOUK 2 BEYOND BEGINNERS
Consists of 6 one-month series: 2a-2f. Can be taken in any order but all 6 need to be completed to be fully prepared for Level 3. The class will teach students fundamental movements utilized in Brazilian Zouk. These movements are the most common movements found in Zouk with a emphasis on connection, frame and timing. Students will typically repeat this program twice. Wednesdays 7:30pm - 8:30pm with Deblin & Adayl Pass depends on the month...
Requirements:
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ZOUK 3 INTERMEDIATE
Intensive 3-month Program
by Audition / Invite Only
The intensive is a 3-month commitment that includes level 2 and the 8:30PM intensive class. There are 2 units (3a and 3b), 3 months each. Both units must be completed to be fully prepared for Intro to Head Motion.
Closed to the public - must be approved before taking this intensive. Students will typically repeat 3A & 3B twice.
Requirements:
All 6 units of level 2 (2a-2f) must be finished. Instructors will send invitations to those students who are ready.
Intensive 3-month Program
by Audition / Invite Only
The intensive is a 3-month commitment that includes level 2 and the 8:30PM intensive class. There are 2 units (3a and 3b), 3 months each. Both units must be completed to be fully prepared for Intro to Head Motion.
Closed to the public - must be approved before taking this intensive. Students will typically repeat 3A & 3B twice.
Requirements:
All 6 units of level 2 (2a-2f) must be finished. Instructors will send invitations to those students who are ready.
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INTRO TO HEAD MOTION PROGRAM
3-Month Intensive Program Closed to the public - must be approved before taking this intensive. Instructors will send invitations to those students who are ready. The intensive is a 3-month commitment that includes level 3 and Intro to Head Movement Class. This introductory class gives an overview of Circular Head Motion, Roasted Chicken, Chicote & Traveling Tilted Turns. After three months you may choose to audition for the advanced head motion classes. Students will typically repeat this program 2 - 3 times. Wednesdays 8:30-9:30 pm (60min class) and Mondays 6:30pm (90min class) with Deblin & Adayl NO DROP IN PASSES! Each student must pay for entire 3-month unit. All sales final, no refunds. No extensions. |
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INTERMEDIATE HEAD MOTION SERIES
3-Month Intensive Program
Closed to the public - must be approved before taking this intensive.
There are 3 units (HMa, HMb, HMc), 3 months each. Units are not consecutive. You may join after being approved through the Intro to Head Motion Program.
These monthly progressive course focuses on the foundations and variations of head movement in Zouk.
Wednesdays 8:30-9:30 pm (60min class)
and
Mondays 8pm (90min class)
with Deblin & Adayl
NO DROP IN PASSES! Each student must pay for entire 3-month unit.
All sales final, no refunds. No extensions.
3-Month Intensive Program
Closed to the public - must be approved before taking this intensive.
There are 3 units (HMa, HMb, HMc), 3 months each. Units are not consecutive. You may join after being approved through the Intro to Head Motion Program.
These monthly progressive course focuses on the foundations and variations of head movement in Zouk.
- Unit A: Balao Synced, Unsynced, Reverse, Variations, Roasted Chickens Forward & Reverse & more
- Unit B: Chicote, Side Chicote, & Variations
- Unit C: Tilted Turns on the Spot & Traveling, Variations
Wednesdays 8:30-9:30 pm (60min class)
and
Mondays 8pm (90min class)
with Deblin & Adayl
NO DROP IN PASSES! Each student must pay for entire 3-month unit.
All sales final, no refunds. No extensions.
WORKSHOPS:
Various Subjects
Check the Workshops tab for more information about workshops that will continue to grow and develop your Zouk technique, musicality and body movement.
Various Subjects
Check the Workshops tab for more information about workshops that will continue to grow and develop your Zouk technique, musicality and body movement.
PRIVATE LESSONS
Private Zouk Lessons are also available with Deblin or Adayl
More information is on our Private Lessons Page.
For Private lessons with Adayl sign up here
More information is on our Private Lessons Page.
For Private lessons with Adayl sign up here
