Known as the Fastest Tassle-Twirler from East to West, Peekaboo is the perfect combination of books and brains...and bumps and grinds. She is a certified Pilates Instructor and a Classically Trained Modern Dancer who studied under Bill T. Jones and the Mark Morris Dance Group, among many others. She received a BFA in choreography and performance in 2002, and has choreographed for Pinchbottom Burlesque (Voted Best Burlesque Show by New York Magazine). Along with modern dance she has extensive training in classical ballet, tap, as well as Afro-Cuban dance. She studied Salsa in Cuba with the dance group Cutumba. She is also an accomplished trapeze artist. She began performing burlesque over 4 years ago and currently is a favorite performer of New York nightlifers, performing at venues such as the Slipper Room, Le Scandal Cabaret, Starshine Burlesque, Pinchbottom Burlesque, Sweet and Nasty, and a host of other clubs.
This class is going to begin with a pilates mat warm up to strengthen abs, legs, and butt, then move into the cardio section which will include practicing twirling. You'll practice stretching and flexibility moves which can enhance your burlesque performances, gently working toward full splits, side bends, back bends, and more. This class is suitable for most levels of fitness or dance ability.
Classes are $25 for two, preregistered, or $15 for drop-ins. Wear clothes you would wear for a yoga or dance workout, and bring additional dancing shoes.
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Or, drop into the class with exact change (cash, no checks) of $15.
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Peekaboo will be teaching two extra classes February 24! At 2 pm, she'll be teaching Classic Moves of Burlesque, featuring the bump, grind, shimmmy, and glove peel! At 4 pm, she'll be teaching how to make your own pair of sparkling pasties! Supplies and tassels included.
To register for February 24, Instructor Peekaboo Pointe, Taught at 440 Lafayette.