Freestyle Flatfoot Clogging from Scratch
Freestyle Flatfoot Clogging with Aubrey Atwater
Join renowned dancer, Aubrey Atwater, for a Freestyle Flatfoot Clogging class. Flatfooting is a traditional form of American step-dance with African, European, and Native roots. This class is open to all! Aubrey has joyfully and successfully taught many dancers online.
The capacity for this class is 15 students. This class is presented in collaboration with the John C. Campbell Folk School. Registration for this class closes on May 2nd, 2023.
Class Materials Needed
Students need: tap shoes or shoes with hard soles that slide well, comfortable and supportive clothing suitable for exercise, a hard surface--floor or board--to dance on.
Age Range
Adults
Skill Level
Beginner
About the John C. Campbell Folk School & Lessonface
For 96 years, the John C. Campbell Folk School in Brasstown, North Carolina has transformed lives, and brought people together in a nurturing environment for experiences in learning and community life that spark self-discovery. Since 2013, Lessonface has connected more than 30,000 students with over 2,000 great teachers for live music, language, and arts lessons online, delivering on our mission to help students achieve their goals while treating teachers equitably.
When
The class will meet for three weekly 80-min live online sessions on Wednesdays at 6 pm ET | 3 pm PT | 22:00 UTC on the schedule below. The first session is on May 3.
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Enrolled students receive 30-day access to the video recordings of the classes.
How It Works
Enroll above to save your spot in the class. Lessonface will send you a confirmation right away, and a Zoom link 24 hours before the class start time. You can log into your Lessonface dashboard to access class materials, communicate with your instructor, join the live Zoom session, and access the class recordings and chat transcript afterward. Class enrollments may be cancelled for full refund up to five days before the class start date, with the exception of the materials kit fees which are non-refundable.
Aubrey Atwater
From Warren, Rhode Island, award-winning musician, vocalist, writer, public radio commentator, and dancer, Aubrey Atwater presents captivating programs of folk music, dance, and spoken word. Aubrey is in great demand for performances and classes and has performed throughout the United States as well as England, Ireland, and Canada. She sings and plays the mountain dulcimer, old-time banjo, guitar, mandolin, and Irish tin whistle, and thrills audiences with her highly percussive clogging. In a scholarly, yet humorous way, Aubrey conveys the heritage behind traditional folk music and dance, showing a deep passion and understanding of folk history and its key players. Part of the acclaimed duo ...
Students Say
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Sue M. on April 4, 2021
Class: Freestyle Flatfoot Clogging
It exceeded my expectations! By having classes once a week, I could practice in between, and progress at my own pace. I could also go at my own pace, as it would be difficult to do 8 hours of dancing in one day!
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Mary A. on March 30, 2021
Class: Freestyle Flatfoot Clogging
Excellent
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Verified Student on March 30, 2021
Class: Freestyle Flatfoot Clogging
OK Recommend less talk, more movement
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Carrie G. on March 29, 2021
Class: Freestyle Flatfoot Clogging
Incredible. I learned so much. Aubrey Atwater is a fine teacher. She wove the elements of the class together so that I came out able to dance. It’s a big deal. She is amazing.
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Nancy W. on March 29, 2021
Class: Freestyle Flatfoot Clogging
I had taken Aubrey's weekend class at the Folk school before. It was a review for me and it was great.
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Janine C. on March 30, 2021
Class: Freestyle Flatfoot Clogging
Good. Specially appreciated availability of class videos for review after live sessions
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Verified Student on March 29, 2021
Class: Freestyle Flatfoot Clogging
Terrific! Aubrey Atwater has a very effective teaching style. Her grasp of the mechanics is very thorough and she communicates very clearly.
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linda g. on March 29, 2021
Class: Freestyle Flatfoot Clogging
excellent
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Lori A. on June 16, 2022
Aubrey is a wonderful teacher. This is a good class to learn the basic steps or to reinforce the basics.
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LOB on June 16, 2022
Delightful
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Verified Student on June 16, 2022
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Verified Student on June 17, 2022
Great fun. Something I always wanted to try.
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Paulette on August 2, 2022
Wonderful class taught at just the right pace. I loved the music she played, and the easy encouraging way she teaches.