BOULDER SHUFFLE DANCE CLASS
Join Boulder's Only Weekly Shuffle Class
Every Saturday at The Avalon
8-9pm on Saturdays on a weekly basis, we teach, drill and vibe out. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, our classes offer a supportive and non-judgmental environment to perfect your dance form. Our dedicated instructor guides you through every step, helping you integrate combinations into your flow and explore your creativity while balancing it with routine and discipline.
Burn a ton of calories, Have fun doing it.
Level up your shuffle footwork. Elevate your footwork and gain mastery of your flow. From learning basic steps to mastering advanced routines, our classes ramp up your skillset and tolerance to become a more resilient dancer.
We provide a platform for all dancers of all levels to learn new stances, moves, transitions, simple cycles, combinations, and choreography. For beginners, we start with the basics and build up, always doing routine drills as part of the learning process. For seasoned dancers, we continue to drill for refinement and mastery, but we also have a bottomless pit of training ready for you.
We can't wait to dance with you again!
Class Schedule Update
As we transition to a new location, our class schedule will be temporarily on hold. We are exploring options for a new time slot and format that will continue to offer the high-energy shuffle dance experience you love. Stay tuned for updates!
Personal Coaching
Looking for personalized attention and tailored dance lessons? Our personal coaching and one-on-one private lessons provide the perfect opportunity to improve your shuffle dance skills at your own pace. Contact us to schedule your private session today!
Words of support from Friends, Professionals & Students.
"Brady is a dedicated shuffler and teacher with an analytical mind and unwavering persistence in his craft. His organization and categorization of moves and combos is what really sets him apart from others."
J. Claire, Montreal shuffle dance teacher, entrepreneur & influencer. @jclairexo
A note from Nicole, my very first student, who I still teach every week.
"ブレイディはとても素晴らしいシャッフル ダンサーなので、ぜひ彼のクラスを受講してください。 / Brady is a super awesome shuffle dancer, you should take his class!"
Rie Imai, an amazingly talented Japanese shuffle dancer.
@rie.kumachan
"always keep up with what he's doing"
vancouver shuffle community leader and admin
@yvrshufflers
@vancityshuffler
"он очень хороший танцор"
St. Petersburg shuffle dancer.
@olya_shuffle
The Physical Benefits
Shuffle dancing is a fast-paced, high-impact dance style emerging from dance music culture. Propagated via the internet, this style of dance has gained popularity all over the world.
Engaging in shuffle dancing serves as an excellent cardiovascular workout, significantly enhancing heart health and overall stamina, making it a beneficial activity for those looking to improve their physical fitness.
Regular participation in shuffle dancing can lead to better quality rest and sleep, as physical exertion promotes relaxation and sleep readiness, making it beneficial for those seeking to improve their sleep patterns.
Enhancing Coordination and Agility
The complex footwork and rapid movements inherent to shuffle dancing substantially improve coordination and agility, contributing to better performance in daily physical activities.
The practice of shuffle dancing encourages concentration and focus, as dancers must synchronize their movements with the music and their fellow dancers, aiding in mental agility and cognitive development.
Small adjustments in technique can yield exponential improvements, with meticulous practice of simple movements enhancing lesser-used muscles, demonstrating the value of precision and attention to detail in shuffle dancing.
Emotional Well-being and Expression
"Nothing is better for relieving anxiety and lifting depression than dance. Nothing." This statement rings particularly true for shuffle dancing, which provides an expressive outlet and emotional release, offering significant mental health benefits.
Shuffle dancing serves as a powerful medium for emotional expression, allowing dancers to channel their feelings through movement, providing an outlet for emotional release and personal expression.
The stress-relieving aspects of shuffle dancing contribute to a calmer mind at bedtime, facilitating a smoother transition to sleep and highlighting the dance form's benefits for rest and sleep.
Boosting Energy and Mood
"Counterintuitively, if you want more energy, you need to move more." Shuffle dancing exemplifies this principle, as regular participation boosts overall energy levels and combats fatigue, demonstrating the energizing effects of physical activity.
The vigorous nature of shuffle dancing stimulates the release of endorphins, leading to a more vibrant and energetic disposition, and enhancing overall mood and vitality.
Socializing and Community Building
Shuffle dancing often takes place in social settings, fostering a sense of community and belonging among participants, and highlighting the dance form's social benefits.
The shuffle dancing community is known for its welcoming and supportive environment, encouraging participation from diverse backgrounds and fostering a sense of inclusivity and community among dancers.
Starting with solo practice and gradually moving to public performances allows dancers to confront and overcome social pressures and criticism, embodying the journey of skill acquisition, risk management, and fear conquest.
Influence of Dance Music Culture
As a cultural phenomenon, shuffle dancing offers a unique window into diverse expressions of music and dance traditions worldwide, serving as a bridge across cultures.
Cognitive Rewards
Learning and mastering the complex steps of shuffle dancing can enhance cognitive functions, such as memory and spatial awareness, making it a beneficial activity for cognitive development.
Progression from Fundamentals to Mastery
The creative aspect of choreographing routines in shuffle dancing fosters innovation and personal expression, highlighting the dance form's role in nurturing creativity and artistic expression.
Overcoming Challenges and Fostering Resilience
Shuffle dancing challenges individuals to test their bravery and mental fortitude, pushing them to take risks and embrace the possibility of failure, thereby fostering personal growth and resilience.
The iterative learning process in shuffle dancing demonstrates the power of persistence, highlighting how cumulative successes build from sustained effort, and reinforcing the value of perseverance in the face of challenges.
Facing and overcoming the challenges of shaping leads to a rush of dopamine from visual feedback, reinforcing the value of enduring discomfort for the sake of enjoyment and satisfaction, and illustrating the psychological benefits of overcoming challenges through shuffle dancing.
Precision and Attention to Detail
To achieve speed and the illusion of defying gravity in shuffle dancing, one must first slow down to refine technique, focusing on positioning, center of gravity, and weight distribution, emphasizing the importance of mastering foundational skills.
Small adjustments in technique can yield exponential improvements, with meticulous practice of simple movements enhancing lesser-used muscles, demonstrating the value of precision and attention to detail in shuffle dancing.
Improving Flexibility and Mobility
The angular movements of "shaping," a subgenre of shuffle dancing, intentionally induce discomfort, stretching the calves, ankles, and encouraging hip mobility, highlighting the dance form's physical benefits and its role in promoting flexibility and mobility.
Continuous Learning and Personal Growth
With its simple foundational steps, shuffle dancing is accessible to enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels, promoting inclusivity and making it a welcoming activity for a diverse range of participants.
The cycle of confronting discomfort, building muscle memory, and witnessing incremental successes in shaping extends valuable lessons to all areas of life, highlighting the interplay between effort, pain, and reward, and demonstrating the broader life lessons learned through shuffle dancing.
Stay in Touch
Your support means the world to us during this time of change. For the latest updates, questions, or just to say hi, please don't hesitate to reach out:
Brady can be reached at 720-646-7848 (text preferred). If you call, please leave a message as calls are screened.
Email: Brady2600@gmail.com