We are thrilled to have renowned all-star dance pro, coach, and choreographer Erica Smith as our guest instructor on Saturday, May 10th. The event will be held at Ivy Creek United Methodist Church with 2 afternoon workshops. Erica will then lead a fun pre-dance lesson. Mark your calendars and be sure to attend this great event!
Erica is a World Professional Triple Threat Champion (West Coast Swing, Salsa and Hustle), Professional Just Hustle Champion, Hustle Hall of Fame Inductee, and a US Open Strictly Hand Dance Champion. Erica is an active Champion West Coast Swing competitor as a follower, Advanced/All Star West Coast Swing competitor as a leader, and a long time Director of JT Swing Teams DC – a performance based West Coast Swing Team.
Erica has also won numerous Switchly contests (Lead, Follow, Switch) in West Coast Swing. Erica is passionate about sharing her love of dance with her students. As a 15 time Top Teacher recipient, Erica is a highly sought-after instructor. Erica travels to 15-20 competitions and workshop weekends per year as an invited instructor, judge, performer, and Master of Ceremonies. Erica is a brilliant dancer and teacher who leaves a lasting impression on her admiring audiences and students.
Private Lessons
To schedule a private lesson with Erica contact Kristin Wenger at [email protected].
Schedule
2:30-2:45 pm: Check in/Warm up.
2:45-3:45 pm: Workshop #1: Along for the Ride (aka “Wheeeeee!”)
Erica will teach us how to execute some fun and easy rides for followers…AND leaders! Level: Intermediate and up
3:45-4:00 pm: Break. Check in/Warm up.
4:00-5:00 pm: Workshop #2: Variety is the Spice of Life
New ways to dress up your familiar basics! Level: Novice to Advanced (must know basic WCS patterns)
5:00-7:00 pm: Dinner break. Please note the church will be closed during this time.
There are many restaurants less than 15 minutes from the church. Stonefield: Mezeh, BJ Brewhouse, Qdoba, Noodles & Company, Mission BBQ, plus many others; Hollymead Town Center: Bonefish, Five Guys, Vinny’s, Timberwood Grill, McDonald’s, plus many others. Plus each has grocery stores such as Harris Teeter and Trader Joes.
7:00-8:00 pm: Lesson – Hot new pattern to spice up your dancing! Attendees need to know their basics.
8:00-10:30 pm: Dance: featuring Erica as DJ spinning the hottest tunes on the WCS circuit
Pre-registration Information
Pre-registration opens Monday, April 21 and closes Thursday, May 8 at noon.
For the best price we encourage all dancers who wish to attend this amazing day of dance to pre-register. The pre-registration package and workshop prices will NOT be available at the door.
Not a member but would like to become one? Go to Membership, complete the online membership form, add your membership to the cart, then come back here to add the workshops or package to the cart. Then complete your purchase from the cart using Paypal. NOTE: Paypal account not required; all major credit cards accepted.
Skill Requirement
Participation in these workshops requires a solid working knowledge and the skills to dance all basic patterns (starter step, side passes, pushes, whip) with good timing, on your own and with a partner.
Workshop Information
Workshop pre-registration is closed. See Schedule above for workshop descriptions.
Please note the workshop package and pre-registration prices are only available through the website until May 8th.
Prices at the door
Workshop 1 or Workshop 2: $25 each.
Dance Only Prices (includes the pre-dance lesson)
- $10 CSDS Members and students with ID
- $15 Non-Members