Forró Den Haag
Forró is more than just steps, it's about connection and self-expression. We believe the real joy of Forró comes from the fun you share when you truly connect with your partner and the music, which can be found even in the simplest steps.
Core Values
- Comfort & Respect: These principles are fundamental to every partner dance.
- Focus on Connection: The goal isn't knowing countless figures, but having fun and connecting to music, to each other and to the rich culture and history of forró.
Beginners 1
Tuesdays 18:30 - 19:30, Jan 20 to Apr 7
(no classes on Feb 17)
Requirements
Nothing! Just a strong desire to start moving your body and spreading Forró hugs around!
What to expect
The program content focuses on the most important basic steps and partner dance essentials, so you can feel confident on the dance floor. Even if you have some experience with other partner dances but never danced forró, this course is still suitable for you.
What’s next
After completing one trimester on Beginners 1 you will be ready to join Beginners 2 and the Open Level blocks.
Beginners 2
Tuesdays 20:00 - 21:00, Jan 20 to Apr 7
Thursdays 21:00 - 22:00, Jan 22 to Apr 9
(no classes on 17 and 19 Feb)
Requirements
Have completed the Beginners 1 course or equivalent. You should know how to execute the basic steps, xaxado, simple turns, and ‘troca de lado” movements.
What to expect
We give more attention to the technique and the foundations, allowing you to dance with more confidence and autonomy while learn a few new structures. This level run in two trimeters with different content in each. You can choose between Tuesday or Thursday when you register. If you cannot make on one class check with the teacher if you may come on the other group that week.
What's next
After completing two trimesters in Beginners 2 you should be ready to join Intermediate 1. Talk to the teacher before registering for the next level.
Intermediate 1
Thursdays 19:00 - 20:00, Jan 22 to Apr 9
(no classes on Feb 19)
Requirements
Have completed the Beginners 1 course or equivalent. You should know how to execute the basic steps, xaxado, simple turns, and ‘troca de lado” movements.
What to expect
We give more attention to the technique and the foundations, allowing you to dance with more confidence and autonomy while learn a few new structures. This level run in two trimeters with different content in each. You can choose between Tuesday or Thursday when you register. If you cannot make on one class check with the teacher if you may come on the other group that week.
What's next
After completing two trimesters in Intermediate 1 you will be ready to join Intermediate 2. Talk to the teacher before registering for the next level.
Intermediate 2
Tuesdays 21:00 - 22:00, Jan 20 to Apr 7
(no classes on Feb 17)
Requirements
Have completed the Intermediate 1 course or equivalent. ou must be able to identify the strong beat in any Forró song. You must be able to dance to slow and fast songs with control and confidence.
What to expect
At this level you are challenged to be more independent and creative as leader and follower. Having a fairly broad knowledge of the Forró universe, the technical work intensifies, and you begin to strive for an open, challenging, and interactive dialogue with your partner.
What's next
At the moment we don’t offer advanced classes. But it does not mean the learning stops, we are always offering workshops with local and guest teachers and private classes are possible. Talk to the teacher.
Open Level Block
Block 1 Thursdays 20:00 - 21:00, Jan 22 to Feb 26
(no classes on Feb 19)
Block 2 Thursdays 20:00 - 21:00, Mar 5 to Apr 2
Requirements
Have completed the Beginners 1 course or equivalent. You should know how to execute the basic steps, xaxado, simple turns, and ‘troca de lado” movements.
What to expect
This course runs for 5 weeks and focus on one specific topic at a time. We will start covering the basics and advance going in more detail at each week.
Topics During this Period
Block 1: Displacement - caminhadas and other possibilities
Block 2: Turns - energy and balance
Single classes
Possibility of joining with a drop-in class
Requirements
Check the requirements of the level you intend to join. In case of doubt contact us at contact@forrodenhaag.nl
What to expect
The classes are planned in a way that they complement each other during the courses. Joining for a single class mid course might be more challenging, but it is possible.
Your Forró Learning Journey
Our levels are designed to support your learning, not rank your talent. Being a good dancer requires technique, musicality, connection, movement range, and cultural understanding.
And we all have different strengths and areas of improvement.
Unsure of your level? Contact us at contact@forrodenhaag.nl for personalized advice on where to start!
Trimester Based Courses
Our courses are structured by trimesters (approx. 3 months) to ensure a consistent learning pace.
- Beginners 1: This is your introductory course and lasts for one trimester.
- Beginners 2, Intermediate 1, and Intermediate 2: Each have a minimum duration of two trimesters. Different content is covered across the two trimesters in each of these levels, allowing for deeper skill development.
Moving Up
Your progress is assessed continuously in every class. Our teachers will inform you when you are ready for the next level or if an extra trimester would best solidify your skills.
Practice is Essential
We consistently observe that our students who embrace the dance community and regularly attend social events gain the most benefit from the course content. Your ability to feel ready to advance is strongly linked to this external practice!
Social events are the perfect, supportive environment to apply and internalize all the concepts we explore in class, including movements, technique, and essential dance floor etiquette. This is where the magic happens!
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