ABOUT THE OWNER
Pamela Smith, owner of ARK-LA-TEX Steppers and instructor, fell in love with Steppin while stationed near the Chicago area. She is blessed by meeting leaders within the expansive dance community who’ve taught her to appreciate Steppin and who’ve helped her embrace the culture and lifestyle associated with the dance.
Pamela is a very driven and dedicated retired Veteran (30 years of service) who shares her love for Chicago Style Steppin by instructing, encouraging, and motivating others as they incorporate this dance into their lifestyle and
exercise program.
What is Chicago Style Steppin…
Chicago-Style Steppin or simply Steppin is a swing-like dance that originated in the Chicago area that has created a nationwide culture of its own. Steppin has gained popularity across the land particularly in urban areas throughout the United States.
Steppin combines elements of the New York Hustle and the West Coast Swing with the Jitterbug and Bopping creating a fluid partnered dance done in 6 count or 8 count steps.
The dance reflects male/female (leader/ follower) interaction on the dance-floor illustrated by two people engaging in a quasi emotional embrace sprinkled with conversation and laughter while moving along together for a moment in time by musical expression.
Our Beginning Steppin Class is for individuals, couples, and groups.
- Students are given an overview of Chicago Style Steppin
- Taught the core structure of the dance
- Instructed how to count and dance to an 8 count beat
- Shown basic techniques, concepts, and foot patterns
BENEFITS OF CHICAGO STYLE STEPPIN
- Encourages Movement
- Strengthens Heart & Lungs
- Builds Stronger Bones
- Tones Muscles
- Helps Manage Weight
- Increases Flexibility
- Improves Coordination & Agility
- Reduces Stress in Soldiers with PTSD
Membership 25.00 monthly (closed due to Pandemic)
- *Covers admission to any practice at any practice location. (Must be a member of Patrick Hayes Community Center.
- *Covers One FREE private Lesson per month
- *Covers 1 Free ARK-LA-TEX T-shirt
- *Covers priority Planning for event seating when available
- *Covers up to date Steppin Event ticket/ Hotel information
- *Covers Scheduled workshops at half price
Membership 10.00 (Closed due to Pandemic)
- * Covers ONE class of choice weekly
- * Covers priority Planning for event seating when available
- *Covers updated information for planned event travels keeping you in the know
FREE Virtual ONLINE Training through COVID-19 Pandemic