Schedule on Saturday 29.8.
12.00-13.15 Dancehall Steps, beginners
13.30-14.45 Dancehall, open level
Place: Flama Linnankatu (Linnankatu 84, 20100 Turku)
Price: 21€ / 75 min workshop
Lionel Foster, better known as Pops, is the founder of the famous Xqlusiv dance crew. Pops started dancing at age 5 and is one of Jamaica’s best-known and most respected dancehall dancers. In addition to dancehall, Pops dances other traditional Jamaican dances, such as kumina and revival.
Throughout his career, Pops has worked with many world-famous artists, including Elephant Man, Spice, Voicemail, Mr. Vegas, Beenie Man, and many others. Under Pops’ leadership, the Xqlusiv dance group has also won several high-level dance competitions and awards, such as the International Reggae and World Music Award (dance category, 2013), KFC Skankaz at Magnum Kings and Queens (2017), and the JCDC World Reggae Dance Championship (2017).
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Pops is passionate about teaching, and it shows: he is often described as one of Jamaica’s best dance instructors. Pops is particularly known for his teaching skills, and his classes always have a relaxed and encouraging atmosphere where all types of learners are accommodated. Both beginners and more experienced dancers can be sure they’ll learn a lot in his classes and leave with a smile on their faces.
More information: info@flama.fi
Henna Brandt is coming to Flama to bring a touch of confidence, sensual movement, and good vibes! Henna’s classes combine clear instruction, body awareness, and a supportive atmosphere—here, you can be exactly who you are and find your own way of moving. On the two workshops you’ll have the chance to explore both a soft, sensual and a more boldly seductive movement language.
Dive into the energetic world of authentic Jamaican dancehall on Saturday, August 29, when the legendary Pops Xqlusiv comes to Turku to teach!
