Our usual Saturday Lyrical Jazz Beginners open dance class teacher at Sydney Dance Company was suppose to be back from a 2 week break today.
When I arrived at reception the schedule listed a substitute teacher ( same substitute teacher as last Saturday's class).
I was a little disappointed and sent a text message to my acquaintance advising how it was going to be an easy class again this week and that I'll have to go for a swim afterwards.
I was so wrong about this week's class. What a workout! It was not just a workout but the routine included quite a bit of floorwork. Even the substitute teacher admitted it was getting to the type of routine in an intermediate class.
The music for the choreography was (I believe) "Faded" by Alan Walker. Again a haunting piece of music.
The substitute teacher was very good at explaining the steps and advising us not to watch anyone in front of you or in the mirror. It was all about "feeling the music" Think about what you had to think about - coffee, parking etc he gave as examples and to become a bit vaunable. (Oops spelling)
I tried very hard to feel the music but I still could not - I danced as if Nick was in the class - everytime the lyrics of the song "Where are you now?" repeated - I would think Where were Nick and Barry now?
My passion for dancing is slowly returning. I know I still have a way to go but I am remembering routines better now.
At the end of the class I thanked the teacher and made a comment to him that I thought he was going to take it easy on us today.
I had to retext my acquaintance to advise that the dance class was actually a hard core one but I was still going for a swim.
After class I went to Balmoral Beach again for a swim and to relax my aching muscles in the saltwater. The water temperature was perfect - so perfect that I didn't want to get out!
I wish I had photos or videos of my dance class but videoing of any dance routines are prohibited at Sydney Dance Company.
Tired but relaxed, I think I will sleep very well tonight.
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