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Gerard & Uxue

Gerard and Uxue are Lindy hop and Authentic Jazz teachers at Triple step dance school (Barcelona). Both of them have come from different backgrounds based in other dances and disciplines.

Gerard has been ballroom dancer, and tango dancer since the age of 7, while Uxue was rhythmic gymnastics, classical and contemporary dancer at the age of 9.

 Both of them have dedicated themselves to teach for more than 10 years dance, but the last 8 years more specifically to Lindy hop and solo dancing. 

 Their methodology seeks for the understanding of the movement, and its expression through swing music. Their knowledge of other dance fields gives them a unique perspective of how to use technique, self-expression and communication in partner dancing.  

Leticia Martin

For Leti, jazz dances are inseparable from their cultural context. Her approach, both as a teacher and performer, aims to be part of a lineage—the dancers who have carried (and still carry) this tradition. We are dwarfs standing on the shoulders of giants.

In constant search of groove and swing, Leti explores the ways the body resonates with music, as well as the development of improvisation and personal expression.

A Lindy Hopper since 2011, her dance is nourished by the diversity of styles in vernacular jazz, as well as by the stories and life experiences that surround them. Sharing and exchange are at the heart of her approach.

Today, Leti teaches Lindy Hop and vernacular jazz full-time in Montpellier, at the Montpeul’ Swing school. A passionate educator, Leti encourages her students to push themselves and find their own voice, while remaining carriers of the tradition of this dance.

Leti also leads an academic career, currently dedicating her research to exploring and understanding how jazz dances are perceived in France, and their place within cultural policy.

Nicolas & Alina

And the last detail, the pinch of salt in the mixture of butter and caramel – the third couple of teachers: Nicolas and Alina. Classes with them – a fascinating blend of French charm and Slavic austerity – are ultimately a joyful encounter, where everyone laughs and feels free to express themselves. Smiles and passion are always there, they like to share their knowledge in a relaxed and good mood.

We can count on Alina and her love of rigor to keep the cours serious, and on the historical digressions of Nico (graduate in history) to travel and learn while having fun! They had the opportunity to teach together “at home” (in France and Belarus), but also abroad, where they both won prizes in competitions, separately and as a couple. Many years of experience across Europe and the discovery of different visions, techniques and teaching methods strengthen their partnership, enrich it, and constantly inspire them for new projects.

https://nicoandalina.com/

Beginner – Caramel

You’ve just started discovering lindy hop, you attend regular classes or making regular workhors as a beginner and you have already made your first basic steps. This level is for you!

Intermediate – Kouignette

You have behind you minimum one year of experience in Lindy hop with classes, workshops, practices, etc… You already know the basic rhythms like the triple step, kick step and you lead/follow the classic variations in a couple in a relaxed way! Now you are ready to expand your vocabulary to set the track on fire!