Schedule for Saturday 29.8.
12.00–13.15 Dancehall Steps, no choreography (beginners)
13.30–14.45 Dancehall Unisex, choreography (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
Dance studio Flama’s traditional park classes will be held again this summer in the magnificent surroundings of Turku’s Linnanpuisto Park. Come and enjoy summer Wednesday evenings filled with the joy of dance and movement!
Sara Omar brings a wonderful blend of feminine energy, attitude, and confident movement to these summer evenings! In these workshops, you’ll get to dive into the world of commercial dance and explore a more sensual movement language in a safe and inspiring atmosphere. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced dancer, you’re in for a great time, new insights, and encouragement to express yourself through movement.
